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.“

“I came about 30 min before closing and was so extremely pleased with my experience and my food. Alexia helped me and she was amazing and provided excellent customer service. She was super sweet taking my order and even asked the cook if they would make more chow mein for my order. The location was clean, I got my order quickly. Thank you!“

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

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

“Went with my 89 yrs. Old mother. She was the one that prevented me from giving this place a 5 stars. Her complaint/observation?
The food was NOT WARM enough, I asked if it could be warmed up in the microwave? They DON'T HAVE ONE.
(2 strikes) My complaint?
Hearing my Mom's bitching and complaining.
Bty, the Brazilian employee who served us, was very nice and friendly. Will I go back?
Yes, but by myself or a friend;)“

“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!“

“nice place, food was delicious and good service“

“Really love this place - they have a location in playa vista too. We shared the tofu seaweed salad which was amazinggggg. Then I got the dan Dan noodles (photo included) - a little small in portion but really fresh, great flavor to the sauce. Finished the meal with the veggie steamed dumplings.“

“Great hidden gem... Mostly regulars here, so I'm glad a friend brought me! everything was delicious, very typical chinese restaurant so familiar flavors... Portion size is amazing. Great value for family style eating. If u don't take leftovers home, ur a better eater than I...

Vegetarian options: They are willing to sub tofu or to make dishes without meat.“

“Just moved here and came across this place and it is hands down amazing! Love the jajangmyeon and sweet and sour pork. Spot on and hits the spot. Service was great! The waitress was very friendly and accomodating. Wish I took a pic of the food to post but it looked so good we ate it so fast haha

Kid-friendliness: Very kid-friendly. Even gave my son chopstick trainers?“

“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.“

“Tip: Tell them that the Chinese food down in Manchester serves more in the combo. Why the old lady serves very little as if it were Panda Express. Since if they say that they serve well what it should be for the prices! I recommend the Soup especially when you feel sick!“

“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.“

“Very nice good location and parkig“

“Upscale southeast Asian-French fusion brasserie with a unique twist in culinary flavors. The Grilled Pig’s Tail with the house made fish sauce was simply sublime. Yum-o’licious!“

“This location is always busy. However, they can always manage regardless of situation. Quelly, the counter person is very accommodating, she even suggested the right order for the family. They always wear a smile. The whole crew were happy during our stay in the dining. They also gave us coupon for the next visit. Thank you, Chowking!“

“Too many people at the buffet table sometimes!!! One man brought his own containers. Not good!!! The man at the cash register is not too friendly. This is my favorite Asian food place in my area. The food is always fresh.

Vegetarian options: They have a food bar where you can pick your vegetables and the cooks will prepare your food for you.

Parking: The parking lot is small. It's shared with other businesses in the small shopping center.

Kid-friendliness: Family style restaurant.

Wheelchair accessibility: Buffet food tables are easily accessible for wheelchairs.“

“This was our first visit here and we really enjoyed the food. To start we had the crispy crab/cream cheese wontons. They were creamy and full of chunks of crab meat. For dinner we shared the Sweet & Sour pork, Mongolian Beef and the Veggie Low Mein. It was all super tasty! The low mein had tons of freshly sautéed carrots, brocolli, zuchini, cabbage and snow peas in a great sauce. The Mongolian beef was super thin and tender sautéed with green onion in a rich sauce. The sweet and sour pork was very traditional but you could see and taste the quality... no skimpy cuts of pork or over breading! I was wonderful! The manager (or owner, not sure) was offering a free garlic noodle dish to any table with a check over $50... we had never tried garlic noodles before but they were so simple but so rich with a buttery garlic sauce that they paired perfectly with the rich sauces of the other dishes. Service and atmosphere was wonderful. We will be back to try more! *Bonus they had a large TV (no sound but with subtitles) playing the World Series!

Vegetarian options: The table next to us was a large all vegetarian group. They had tons of options on thier table which they all seemed to enjoy.

Parking: Parking available behind the restaurant with a direct back entrance.“

“Just love the food there always cook just right and quickly brought to you very little waiting time

Parking: Nice lot to park after lunchtime because it does get full during this time but other than that you call find parking there's about 10to 12 spots and handicap spit also“

“I stayed at the Fairfield Inn and looked for a Chinese restaurant nearby so my family and I could try it out.
A la carte menus are basically large plates of food that can be shared by 2 to 4 people.
Personally, I found the seasoning to be perfect, and my wife and elementary school children were very satisfied and ate their fill. Fried rice and meat dishes are the best☆
The staff at the shop had a warm personality and the service was attentive, and when I told them I was Japanese, they even gave me chopsticks.
I ordered a little too much and ended up with some left over, but I was able to put it in a take-out container and take it out. They also provided white rice as a service.
There were many take-out customers, and several groups came to pick up their orders while they were eating.
The location of the restaurant is also close to various other restaurants, so you can eat with peace of mind in a safe place. This is a recommended restaurant if you want to eat Chinese food in Los Angeles.
I would like to stop by again when I come to Los Angeles.“

“⭐ 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.“

“most people would probably label No. 1 Chef as a hole in the wall but I would rather label them as a hidden gem ?. Been eating here for about 5 years now and it’s still exquisite every single time. I really enjoy the authenticity and proper quality of their dishes. Thank you No. 1 Chef for always keeping your food fresh and delicious.“

“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.“

“Went in for pick up on a Friday night. Was busy, was able to order at the counter and wait 15 mins for order to be ready. I ordered the garlic broccoli, shrimp steamed wontons and cold noodles. The portion sizes were great and all 3 were under $40.
The broccoli had so much garlic it was almost overwhelming. If you are so so on healing stay away from this as it will kick that flu season in the guts! The cold noodles were okay, just wanted more sauce options and other veges in them. Wontons were tasty and good portion size. It was a good go to. With so much choice in Gardena this is up there.“

“불맛 짬뽕 맛집~~“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Kim's is a legacy business in this community. The food is good. It's necessary to make sure that the actual meal looks like the picture on the menu.While the food is good, I recently experienced a situation where the shrimp pictured on the menu were not large and colorful, like the ones in the picture. Next time, I will inquire and check. I recommend Kim's highly, I've eaten this food since the late 1960s!!!The standard meals are consistent, and the staff is accommodating regarding requests. It is necessary to get get a clear understanding of exactly what you're ordering.“

“AMAZING PLACE : I COULD HONESTLY SAY THIS PLACE IS AMAZING & LIKE A HOME ?!!! been coming here since I was a kid & still do !!

Only only only and when I SAY ONLY PLACE that brings me happiness ! :D especially the owner she’s the sweetest and kindest, the best human being ever !!! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!! ?“

“The food was delicious. I misremembered the name of one of the dishes I wanted & the lady made a couple of suggestions until I found the right one. Rice was included, though I forgot to specify that I wanted it. A while back, they didn't include unless you asked.“

“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.“

“Food was great however last week someone drove their car through the wall into the restaurant so now it's closed due to structurally unsafe“

“Its only a pick up place. Cannot dine in. The first time I ordered food (rice and lowmein, the food was delicious. I could not wait to go eat again! But then the second time when I bought more food to share with my fam.. it absolutely sucked. So maybe its a hit or miss place ??‍♀️“

“As a Chinese Korean whose parents had a jja jjang myun place in Korea and whose family friends were the Dragon restaurant owners, this is the most authentic and traditional jja jjang myun and jjang pong I've had in a long time. Jin Ja Roo!“

“The Best Buffet in the area! ? Rotation is on time so everything is Hot! Waiters are very kind and go beyond their duty to take care of you & your family. I advice to please bring cash for their Tip ?

Kid-friendliness: They have lots of Pizza ? & dessert ? for kids“

“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!“

“Best in the South Bay! 👍🏽👍🏽“

“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.“

“Food is great, i liked the short rib fried rice, the beans as side, the three cup chicken . Food arrived quick and the server was very kind and professional.
I was disappointed because of some kid’s nostopping screaming, i think the restaurant manager should have kindly said something to the kid’s parents because it s very annoying for the other guests.

Parking: Big parking lot“

“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!“

“Honestly this place was surprisingly good. I definitely recommend it since the price is decent and you get a ton of food. The quality of the ingredients are great. You can see garlic in the noodles.

Honestly, this restaurant was surprisingly delicious. Definitely recommended as the prices are reasonable and you get a lot of food. The quality of the material is good. There is garlic in the noodles.“

“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.“

“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.“

“I tried both the hot and sour soup and the egg drop soup, and they were absolutely delicious! The hot and sour soup had the perfect balance of tang and heat, while the egg drop soup was rich with plenty of eggs—definitely a step above other Chinese restaurants in the area. Both the Mongolian beef and Mongolian chicken were incredibly tender and packed with flavor. The cream cheese wontons and shrimp chicken egg rolls were outstanding—perfectly crispy on the outside with a savory, handmade filling. The food came out quickly, with a fantastic ‘wok hei’ aroma, and the service was warm and attentive. Prices are very reasonable, especially considering the generous portion sizes. I’m looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes!“

“I’m a local food critic and I love this place from the customer service to the food. It’s all smiles here and great food. Not bad parking either. Come here to eat before our beach trip. My girlfriend loves the food here too. Great first time try.“

“Very clean and friendly service tooDecent price had enough food for the next day too.

Vegetarian options: They will make you vegetarian dishes. They will add tofu if you like. I had vegetarian chop suey.

Parking: Strip mall parking“

“You're not gonna find a better meal! Incredible home cooked breakfast - bacon, eggs, pancakes and hash browns, made by a man that has cooked his whole life and knows cooking. Nothing better. And the Asian style noodles! Incredibly good. I could eat every meal here! I'll be back ALOT!“

“Their Seafood Noodle soup is the best ? it's made fresh and has lots of vegetables like I request. If you like the shrimp and fish, they will always accommodate with more of the meat. I prefer more veggies. I've gone to them since 2019 during the pandemic, and they're great with the freshly cooked items.“

“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.“