50 Best Chinese Restaurants near Manhattan Beach

“My wife and I ate here on a whim, and it did not disappoint. We were on a time crunch so we decided to takeout. The three cup chicken and short rib dan mein were big hits in our house. Dumplings were also excellent. We look forward to dining at the restaurant again! Keep up the good work!

Parking: Parking is more than sufficient as it is shared with the shopping plaza.“

“to set the scene : it’s Wednesday night 8:55pm 5 minutes til closing at Panda Express.. I walked in the doors , boom . Kim was the Only one to shout out hell o & flash me with that beautiful smile of hers , she was welcoming , warming & extremely attentive!! Then she proceeded to take everyone’s order that came before me & knocked that line down ! EASY . As soon as it was my turn I expressed that I needed them spring rolls but I noticed there weren’t anymore . But KIM WENT ABOVE & BEYOND TO ENSURE MY NEEDS WERE MET ! She went into that kitchen & whipped up two orders of springrolls for ME . Sweet ole me . &&&& OFFERED SWEET & SOUR SAUCEEE. Oh em gee . Just amazing. I paid , he laughed & I seen this survey & was like “hey does this help you.?” & KIM was like “yeah dude” & boom here we are . 😎 it’s safe to say .. I needed that… & When you see this Kim . Know you a real one . 🙏🥀…“

“Best little place in town!!! So sad to see them closing, so happy I got one last fantastic meal!!!“

“I definitely recommend the chocolate xiao long bao“

“Had a great meal! Forwent ordering potstickers in order to try the enticingly named Gang of 4 ×4 - a delicious decision! The Mao's Hometown was just-right spicy, and I'm sure they put more than $2 extra shrimp on my order. Service friendly and prompt, loved the art. I felt as though I had wandered back into college in the early '70s.“

“Incredible experience - The staff were so accommodating and the food was genuinely the best Chinese I've ever had.
I had the soup dumplings which were so good I ordered seconds, followed by the pork belly bun which was recommended to me and I couldn't have been more happy!
I'm annoyed I only came across this place on the last day of my trip in LA or I would've come multiple times
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!“

“nice place, food was delicious and good service“

“I don't think you'd find a better value for food that's freshly cooked and potentially quite healthy. The Mongolian barbecue is only $5.99 a pound and I can't even buy food for that.
Meet right in front of you and available with plenty of fresh ingredients.
Not a fancy place but a good place to eat.
Highly recommended!“

“Family friendly, fast service and amazing food. We ordered the beef chow fun, lotus root and spicy fish.

Everything was authentic choosing reminded me of Hong Kong, fish was on par with china and the lotus root was reminiscent to my childhood.“

“I love their Porridge with pork and century egg/duck“

“Good atmosphere with great lightning. Such a nice chill place to eat Chinese food near USC!
Ordered the shrimp fried noodle, which was good in flavor— downside is that the dish was overpriced and a bit underwhelming appearance-wise. Also ordered the QuaiLin noodle, which was spicy at the right level— delicious!“

“I didn't actually dine this time. I went to reserve space for the weekend for my ladies social club. We HAVE eaten here many times. It's one of our favorite spots! The food is plentiful, the service is good and the staff is very accommodating. For the amount of food they provide, the prices are EXCELLENT! You get such a large amount of deliciousness for the simple, singular prices. LOVE the food quality and quantity! If you haven't already, you should give it a try. I'm sure you'll love it as much as we do.“

“Had a wonderful experience last night with my family to celebrate my 60 year wedding anniversary. Food and service were the best! I always enjoy dining here because everything is delicious and they always make you feel welcome.“

“I have not been here since the 90s, ordered the Wonton Soup-Small, and it was very good. Wontons were yummy and the pieces of Chicken and Shrimp all tasted fresh. Soup was pretty hot, took about 5 mins to cool down my soup. Sadly, no more donuts. Wish owners would make the place look nice because yes it looks
very rundown but food was good. Additional seating would be helpful. I dont remember the cost but for small soup was like $5 to $7 dollars. Glad this place is still here, memories from childhood.“

“Back in February, my significant other and I visited California, and one of the absolute highlights of our trip was the incredible Chinese food we had. From the very first bite, we knew we were in for something special. The flavors were bold, authentic, and perfectly balanced — you could taste the care and tradition in every dish.

The noodles had that perfect chewy texture, and the sauces were rich without being overpowering. We still talk about the crispy fried chicken wings OMG!!!! — perfectly seasoned with skin so crisp it crackled — and the way the stir-fried vegetables kept their fresh crunch while soaking up all the flavor.

The staff was warm, the service was quick, and the atmosphere had that perfect mix of comfort and culture. It wasn’t just a meal; it was an experience that stuck with us. We’ve had Chinese food plenty of times, but this spot raised the bar.

If we ever go back to California, we’re making a beeline straight back there. 10/10 — truly unforgettable!“

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“Chowking (131 W Carson St, Carson, CA 90745) never disappoints! The Beef Wonton Noodles are flavorful and comforting, perfect for satisfying any craving. The Sago’t Gulaman and Naicha Milk Tea are refreshing and perfectly balanced in sweetness. Their Halo-Halo is a must-try — creamy, colorful, and filled with all the classic Filipino ingredients. And the Taho is just like home — warm, soft, and sweetly nostalgic.

Overall, great food, friendly service, and a clean, inviting atmosphere. Definitely a 5-star experience for anyone craving authentic Filipino-Chinese comfort food!“

“My wife and I have been in need of a new Chinese restaurant and we have finally found it. This restaurant is well worth the drive to Redondo to get some of the best food I have had in a long time. The service was prompt and courteous. The drinks came right away and they took our appetizer order at that time. The crab rangoons came out first and are some of the best I have had ever! We ordered quite a few items to sample and find our new favorites, also to be able to take home and share with our parents. Every dish was perfectly cooked and wonderfully seasoned. The portion size was very large which gave us plenty to share and to take home as well. The meat was all very tender and flavorful and the rice and noodles were perfect as well. I can't say enough good things about this place. We will now only be coming here for our Chinese food cravings, which is quite often. I should also not that it seems the menu is very extensive with all your favorite Chinese and Thai dishes and the hot sake was very tasty as well. Make sure to try this place when you get your next craving.“

“What can I say. They did everything right. Great food, it was hard for me to stop eating it. The egg drop soup is insanely fantastic. The service was excellent. Very kind and attentive staff. We ordered multiple dishes and, each one was up to par. I definitely recommend this spot.“

“Service fast Great food!!!! Being from Chicago we were unsure n went on Yelp-This restaurant came highly recommended“

“Every thing look so yummy n fresh ... Every body pls join n try it at Chinatown Express“

“If you like quality Chinese cuisine, go to Little Asia ASAP! My party of three loved the food! We had egg rolls, sesame chicken, lemon chicken, and string beans with beef. We shared those dishes and had to force ourselves to stop eating once we were full! I highly recommend this great restaurant!“

“I am Din Tai Fung’s biggest fan and the today went to the Santa Monica location located inside Santa Monica Place :) Stunning location and recommend sitting outside: the views are immaculate!! I got to try the new matcha jasmine latte which was a 10/10 for me. I appreciate the ceremonial grade matcha comes unsweetened and the jasmine milk tea is sweetened so it’s the perfect blend. Some of my personal favorites: shrimp fried rice, string beans, & crab xiao long bao, & cucumber salad :) Sam was our server today and he was an absolute gem!!’ So professional and nice!! I can tell this location has a great and strong management team. The way all the employees present themselves shows structure and genuineness. Can’t wait to be back again“

“Very nice good location and parkig“

“⭐ 4/5 – Fast, Filling, and Convenient for USC Students

Northern Cafe offers a quick, satisfying meal near USC. It’s a great choice for anyone in need of a filling bite on the go, but don’t expect it to be a stand-out culinary experience.

🍜 The
Decent dumplings and noodles, fresh and filling
Portion sizes are large, which makes it a great value for the price
Some dishes could benefit from a bit more seasoning, but overall, it’s good for a quick fix
🏡 The Atmosphere: 3.5/5
Small space, usually crowded—not ideal for relaxing, but perfect for a quick bite
If you’re in a rush or need something filling, it’s a great option
🛎️ The
Service is quick and efficient, but there’s little to no personal interaction
You order at the counter and your food arrives fast—perfect if you're in a hurry
💰 The Verdict: A Convenient and Quick Option
✅ Large portions for a good price
✅ Quick service, great for those in a rush
✅ Good dumplings and noodles for a quick meal
❌ Not much variety or flavor depth, dishes could use more seasoning
❌ Limited seating, not a great place to relax and dine in

Would I return? Yes, for a quick, no-fuss meal. It’s not a destination for a special night out, but it works for a filling stop when you're nearby.“

“We love the food from Mandarin and the service from Ling Ling, the woman who works at the front. It’s been our go to place for Chinese food for quite some time. Consistently delicious and usually fast for takeout. Highly recommend! We love the lo mein, Orange chicken, eggplant tofu, mapo tofu, egg rolls, and beef with broccoli.“

“I order from No. 1 Chef often via Postmates. Something went wrong this time (not their fault, their computers were down), so my hubby and I took a quick trip to pick up our order. The lady was SOOOO nice and helpful over the phone. With that said, the food here is top notch! When I need comfort food, I get the egg flower soup and dumplings. The soup is ALWAYS hot and fresh and just feels like a hug. I've also ordered the egg fu yun, and trust this place is NOT stingy on the portions. Everything I've had has never disappointed. Yes, it may look like a hole in the wall, but if you want the kind of Chinese food that satisfies, give this place a try.“

“Vanessa N. was so sweet greated us with a smile and a wonderful personality.. She was so calm and professional easy to talk to. My wife and I enjoyed Vanessa recommendation. Definitely will be coming back again. We enjoy the food. Great portions, very clean kitchen and bathroom Music and Air-condition set perfect. Not to loud actually carry a conversation at your table and still able to hear your spouse or friends. Vanessa really added a special part to this great restaurant. Prices are very reasonable $ Ask for Vanessa N if you want amazing service. Thank you for making are first visit amazing.“

“The food here tastes so delicious and of quality Cantonese. The food is prepared correctly, you are not shorted on ingredients ! My fried rice was not greasy (instead of flavor) had plenty egg and vegetables like fine Chinese dining. This is thee best mom and pop Chinese over here! The orange chicken is incredible and the sauce is what I remember orange chicken to taste like!!!!! They are serving quality Chinese food unlike a lot of other places in the area!“

“Haven't been back to PFchangs in a while but the quality of the food hasn't change, always been good, but there has been changes on how the serving sizes. And also their dessert menu always have been small but I feel like it got smaller. Other than that, enjoyed our experience and the 8.99 cocktails are sooo worth.“

“This Chinese restaurant exceeded all expectations! The service was exemplary—attentive but not overbearing, and the staff made sure we had everything we needed. The food was outstanding, especially the General Tso’s chicken, which was crispy on the outside and tender inside. The ambiance was equally impressive, with stunning Asian-inspired décor and cozy lighting that set the perfect mood for a meal. It’s the perfect spot for both a casual dinner or a special celebration!“

“I've been coming here for a few years and the food is always great and the service is always wonderful. They're so helpful and welcoming. It's just a straight up, old school, Chinese restaurant serving up the classics. Portion sizes are pretty big and always tasty. I have not had a bad experience here yet. Nothing bad to say about this place at all.“

“Everything here is fresh and delicious – that’s the best way to sum up this lovely place. Soft background music, an incredible selection of dishes, and all of it unlimited: fish, beef, baked mussels, rolls, pastries, a fantastic egg soup, and so much more. Absolutely five stars, especially at just $20 for an all-you-can-eat experience.“

“Very authentic chicken fried rice. It was the best that I've had in a long time“

“This is by far the best of the combo chinese food restaurants' orange chicken. And i really like the flavor of their chow mein, it's more garlicky than other places which are more bland. But i usually go out of my way to go here if i get the chance.“

“One of my favorites places when we don’t know what to eat. First time we ate here was probably because another restaurant had a long wait and we randomly tried it out.

Parking can be difficult in this old plaza depending on the hours. Seating usually doesn’t take too long.

One of the best things about this places is the noodles. House made, can be adjusted to your liking. They’re perfectly chewy and have a nice texture to them.

When I first visited, one of my favorites places dishes here was the kung pao chicken. It used to be very unique, fried super crispy before mixed with the carrot, peanuts, peppers, and other bits. On our recent trip, it’s seems like they completely changed the recipe, it’s on the sweet side, no carrots or other veggies and peanuts were just added on top. I lost one of my favorite dish here, would never order the current kung pao chicken again.

Not pictured or ordered since it was a hot day, but one of my favorites is their beef noodle sou. It’s a great comfort dish with excellent flavor and good portions of meat and veggies

All of their dry noodles or cold noodles are delicious as well.

One of their house specialty entrees I really enjoyed and will order again is the spicy spare ribs. Super crispy, good spices. Might be a bit on the oily side, but it’s delicious.

XLB are good, not the best but perfectly fine. Juicy and good flavor.

Cold cuts are good as an appetizer, you can choose however many you want and portions are good.

Staff is very friendly and helpful. I would say they get swamped a bit during busy hours as they handle tables and also take out orders.“

“The more I come here, the more I appreciate it. The portions are great, at a really fair price and I love everything I've tried. Really solid if you're trying to get protein on a budget.

Parking: If you're coming during a really busy hour, there will be very few parking spots, but people are in and out quick so a spot opens up fast.“

“This is our go to Chinese food place for decades now.Im happy to see that they are still trying in this economy and after pandemic like most of the old businesses are closing down they are still trying to serve delicious food and still stay reasonable and affordable.I was here last night with my parents and my kids and im surprised that they are turning into modern ambiance now.they are under construction and by looking at it they are doing good I cant wait to see the final outcome and will definitely be back again.Incase your wondering what I always order from them is there famous salt and pepper pork chop,house special fried rice,house special beef,salt and pepper shrimp head on and the complimentary dessert at the end. we spent 100$ including tip and lots of to go food and for a dinner price i think it still affordable and worth it.“

“Can you get better Chinese food in LA for far cheaper. Absolutely, but you’d have to drive to SGV. For the Westside, this is about as good as it gets. The soup dumpling were thin skinned, flavorful and juicy, and everything else, from the Mapo tofu to the beef roll was very decent.“

“Great service and great food, one of the servers was very happy to serve me and the other server was happy to see my girlfriend and I excited for a good meal. Just finished eating the food and my girlfriend and I are very satisfied. God Bless them, that their buissness may grow and prosper with blessings and beautiful roots.“

“Me and the the fam do laundry across the street so naturally the wife want her Starbucks. Always passed by this place and it just caught my eye. Don’t know why. I took a menu from the spot and kept it in the glove compartment for some time. One day I was coming down from some acid and was hungry like a mofo. Oh before I say anything more I must mention that when I saw the menu I saw they had shrimp fried rice and that is all it took to seal the deal. However, I am VERY SKETCH on my shrimp fried rice. I only get it from one spot and it’s been like that for around 13 years. Anywho. Coming down from that and I said “screw it! Let’s try it” got the shrimp fried rice and the lunch special of orange chicken. The sfr was dank! Wont compare it to the other but honestly I was impressed. My wife said the orange chicken was ok and that the chicken was hard. I tried it I loved the sauce and the fried rice…well I had just tried it so no difference. I told her that I kinda saw that coming from the chicken bc of the big menu that they have so that is the only negative but I will definitely mess with this place again! Oh the service was quick and straight to the point. The way it should be.“

“Food - pretty good but not great
Service - nice people but minimal service
Ambiance - clean and comfortable

I have been to many Northern Cafes and have been looking forward to this one. I noticed most of the reviews were about dumplings and realized this one is more specialized for dumplings (boiled, pan-fried and steamed XLB varieties.

I was hoping for the noodle specialties like the one in Gardena (which is my favorite in the region, 10 min more drive for me).

We ordered:
- crab dumplings- steamed, XLB style, it was pretty good
- lamb dumplings- pan fried, it was ok, a little oily
- beef noodle soup- it was ok, they only served with thin noodles, we preferred other handmade varieties at the Gardena store

We also ordered the beef rolls to go, it looked exact like the ones shown on the poster, ha ha.

Overall, pretty good if you are hungry dumplings!“

“I was searching for Chinese fast food and found this place. Conveniently located not far from the airport and the owner was friendly and attentive. I ordered the pork short rib (soy glazed), fried chicken wings (sweet and sour), and curry chicken (very flavorful). Since I got there 30 mins before closure, one third of the entrees were sold out but I’m still pleased with the what I got. I would recommend both curry chicken and chicken wings, the pork ribs are a little bit saltier to my preference.

Would consider coming back and try their rice or noodle next time!“

“The food is amazing! Favorite takeout place. Beef broccoli, cashew chicken and pork fried rice are my favorites. Their cream cheese wontons, pot stickers and egg rolls are amazing too. The egg drop soup is also good. Would definitely recommend, prices not too bad too! Small building though with only 1 or 2 tables“

“The food here is actually pretty good! I usually go for their Wonton soup- such a comforting meal but I recently ordered a few side orders and everything is actually delicious! The staff is also very friendly. I found my new Chinese food store!“

“This comment is for food only as I had someone do the pickup. The two-item combo is $11.99 and five-piece wing is $10.38, not a bad deal given the inflation era we have been living in.

We ordered:
Combo 1: Fried rice/Singaporean noodle half half,
Orange chicken, Spicy fish tofu. They all have excellent tastes and texture. The fish and tofu has a little numbing pepper in it which tastes legit and I really like it.

Combo 2: Chow Mein, mixed veggie, black pepper chicken, salt pepper shrimp. Again, the taste hit the spot. The shrimp is crispy enough to chew and eat the shell too.

5-piece wings: the wings are crispy outside and juicy inside. The original flavor makes it mild and not overall salty. Perfect for fried chicken.

In my opinion, the food is much better than Panda Express as they are less greasy and way less saltier. If you crave for a quick bite of fast food Chinese, I would highly recommend Golden Scoop!“

“This is a fun dim sum restaurant where your family can go and choose different types of dim sum and fried bread from a cart when you're craving dim sum on the weekend.

Vegetarian options: Stir-fried Bok Choy

Parking: There is a parking lot at the shopping mall, so you don’t have to worry about parking.“

“What an awesome little restaurant that popped up here. Was looking to try something new and found this amazing little bao spot. The most amazing thing is how they fry these bao. The bottom is hard and crunchy and the top is soft, making a soup filled bao in either seafood, curry or the standard pork. They sell them in quantities of 6 and 2 to 3 is enough to fill me! Highly recommend a quick lunch or dinner here, you won’t be disappointed in the authentic flavors.“

“My recent visit to this Chinese restaurant left me thoroughly impressed. The service was outstanding, with the staff going above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction. The food was a revelation, a perfect blend of textures and tastes that delighted the palate. The ambiance was serene, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner or a family gathering, this restaurant is sure to exceed your expectations.“

“I wish I knew they sell fried tilapia. I been getting my fried tilapia elsewhere this whole time until I found out they sell them. Ong they're soooo good eating it with the lemon they supply it with ?

Kid-friendliness: My kids love coming here for their gum ball and toy machines ? "Mom can we go to the fish house to get gumballs?"“