50 Best Chinese Restaurants near Poway

“I visited Ju Feng Yuan in Poway for the first time recently and was really impressed! This Chinese establishment specializes in handmade XiaoLongBao, handmade dumplings, beef noodles, pancakes, and stir-fried entrees. Upon entering I delighted in seeing the adorable smiling dumpling boy character. Despite being in a strip mall, this clean, well decorated restaurant exudes a classy vibe. The tables are elegantly appointed, to include a tablet ordering system. The interface was clear and easy to navigate. Not at all cumbersome and clumsy like those tacky Ziosk machines. My waiter was very friendly, helpful, and attentive. He thoughtfully offered recommendations, and I enjoyed visiting with him. The Green Onion Pancake was outstanding, although oddly served in a basket. My Pork Wontons in Chili Oil were excellent. Not overly spicy, just about perfect for my taste. Among the finer versions of this dish I’ve had. Overall, I highly recommend and look forward to visiting again soon.“

“I accidently ordered from the wrong location for pickup and was ready to pay a second time just get the food but they insisted I did not pay again and prepared the food I ordered anyway. Absolutely lovely people, it was very kind of them. As for the food itself, it was great with generous proportions to boot.“

“We have been going there for over 20 years. The food and service is always good. Not fancy but the food is good. It is in a mall area easy to park with no problems. You can always count on a good meal and reasonably priced.“

“Looking for a replacement Chinese Restaurant, since my favorite closed down. Ran out of options in Poway. So decided to give 369 a try. They had a few Chinese options, so tried the Broccoli Beef lunch special. I was pleasantly surprise, very good flavor and large portions. The regular portion would feed two. They also sell Beef Chow Fun. I normally have to get this at a sit down place. Theirs is pretty good. One day I will try the Ramen.“

“Great food! Highly recommend!“

“My partner and I stopped in for a change-up in our usual picks. All in all, it was a very pleasant experience. The restaurant setting is quaint and familiar feeling. The service was fantastic with both the chef and server being very nice and considerate. The menu is full of different options to try. We ordered the spring rolls and two tofu dishes. All of it was good and freshly cooked. Remember to give the food a minute to cool down before you dive in. The only reason I didn't give it five stars is from not being wowed, but it's not a bad thing. It's a staple food spot with standard food taste and quality. You won't be upset stopping by, but you maybe wouldn't go out of your way ro try it again if you weren't in the area.“

“I love the workers and food here. Most of the time that I come here, I pick up or order the family meals. Once in a while, I order 1-person meals. The workers are always professional, even during peak hours. I always get the food warm and tasty.

I've always received my food at reasonable times. I would never mind waiting 25 minutes for a family meal or 15 minutes for a 1-person meal. I always expect that they're busy and that they can run into any unexpected problems. However, I've only had one serious issue in the past with an order that they were able to make, but didn't and prioritized in-person customers.

This was some time in 2021 or 2022. At around 1:50pm, I placed a 1-person order online before work (1 side, 2 entrees). I went to pick up the order around 2:05pm (15 minutes later). The order wasn't ready. I told the cashier about my pick-up order. The cashier mentioned that they were working on it. While waiting, I saw the workers taking new orders from several in-person customers. Some of those customers got their food immediately and the others got it about 5 to 12 minutes after they ordered. I ended up getting my food around 2:20pm, even though I had ordered my 1-person meal around 30 minutes before they did. This is the only serious issue I've had with this Panda Express. One of the workers apologized about the long wait time for a small order. Other than that, they've always been great with customer service, quality of food, and serving time.“

“Our server Cam was awesome and food was great! Got to try it. Great dumplings!!!“

“Second time here and it didn’t disappoint. The original beef bone broth is rich, flavorful, and packed with authentic spicy kick. The fried skewers are crispy, fragrant, and perfectly done. Great quality, generous portions, and consistently delicious. Definitely one of my go-to spots for malatang.“

“The shrimp fried rice and green beans had good quality and quantity.

The ox throat appetizer was mid. Tasted lots of cumin but seemed to need some salt.

The cumin beef noodles was tasty, but I felt like it could've used more beef.

I would come back tho if craving authentic, quick and no frills Chinese food and flavors.“

“I want to start off by saying that the service alone should be the reason why you come here. I am always greeted with so much joy and happiness. The owners and their daughter are running this place beautifully.

Now the food!! I have tried the chicken wings, chicken and broccoli, beef lo mein, veggie fried rice and plenty more… every single time they execute each meal wonderfully, so much that I don’t even consider any other restaurant in the area. I highly recommend this place, When you are looking for some comfort food and great hospitality This is the place to go“

“I ordered takeout through an app and was treated very well by Wan when I picked it up. Even though it was close to closing time, she greeted me very nicely and offered me a seat while it was being finished. As for the food, the braised beef noodles were very good, and the spicy pork was okay. Will definitely go back, because the food was pretty good and the service was excellent.“

“The food is great ! ordered the chicken with ginger along with rice. My girl friend ordered the pork with hot pepers. Food was served very hot and delivered within 10 minutes. What really impressed me is how tasty the food was. The portions of food were large.“

“It was my first time trying Hot Pot, the food was excellent. The experience was also great. Lots of options and everything was fresh.“

“The braised beef noodle is the queen!!! All other noodles are good too. The beef skewers were delicious, there’s cumin aroma in it, some people dont like cumin. You have to get the sweet tea in the bottle! Omg the jasmine aroma in it and not too sweet. The best noodle! They made it on the spot… Halal!! Wow… rare gem!!“

“Came to this restaurant with family for a late Chinese new year dinner this past Saturday evening. The menu is eclectic with what appears to be mostly northern China dishes. The food was very good, reasonably priced, and all in our party were happy. The restaurant is clean and the staff was attentive and friendly. A very pleasant experience.“

“This review is fir Shanghai saloon. Their cocktails are sone of the best in San Diego, including the most consistent old fashioned. I've had great old fashioned cocktails all over sd, but I'd return and it wasn't good. So it determined on who the bartender was. At Shanghai Saloon, every bartender names a rock solid old fashioned. My preference is with rye, so I order mine with Sazerac Rye. Their beer selection is vast and solid. Their prices for rare whiskey and tequila is really good compared to most sd bars. They do have sone very rare Japanese whiskeys and offer flights for certain whiskeys. Staff is always all smiles and super friendly. If you're craving a really good cocktail at a good price, I suggest you pay Shanghai Saloon a visit. Once you enter Dumpling Inn, head directly to the bar in the center of the restaurant, is open seating there.“

“Staying in the area for the weekend, so we tried this place and it was so good! We got sweet and sour chicken, spicy garlic beef, house fried rice and dumplings. Everything was very good, and big family style portions. Our server was very nice and friendly, I would definitely come back here.“

“the waitress was very nice and the food was good 👍 😋 👌“

“I loved 🥰 best place more more“

“We don’t live locally, but we come to San Diego every once in a while. Because we really like the restaurant next door, Spicy City, so we usually head straight there. But one time, someone in our group said they wanted Cantonese food, so we decided to give Easter Dynasty a try. To our surprise, we completely fell in love with the flavors. The dishes are very distinctive, each one has its own character, and the prices are very reasonable. After that meal, we decided this would also become one of those places we come back to every once in a while.“

“The Best Ever Chinese Restaurant I Have Ever Been To. My Tita's Loved It So Mucho!!!! 5 star Rating“

“This is our new best close option for Sichuan food and rivals any other we've tried in the county. The place is kind of small so might have trouble getting a table on the weekend, but we usually opt for takeout anyway. Everything we've tried so far has been very good and we'll be trying more items soon.“

“Fried garlic pork with steamed rice 😍“

“Yummy Chinese food! This family owned restaurant has great food fast.“

“The best place in San Diego for tasty, authentic dim sum from push-carts!🥰😀“

“I’m still thinking about the food from Chin's Szechwan. The Hunan chicken with black bean sauce was so addicting—bold, savory, and packed with flavor. I honestly couldn’t stop eating it and keep craving it even after the meal.

The sweet and sour pork was also a standout, especially because it was boneless, which made it so easy and enjoyable to eat. Even the bok choy with mushrooms completely surprised me—it tasted amazing on its own and didn’t feel like just a side dish at all.

Everything was flavorful, well-cooked, and super satisfying. Definitely a place I’ll keep coming back to.“

“Spicy House is always on my must-visit list whenever I’m in San Diego, and it never disappoints! My favorites have always been their signature Hunan-style dishes mainly Mapo Tofu and Steamed Fish garnished with spicy sauce are absolutely outstanding. Every dish we ordered was incredibly flavorful and fresh. The spice levels were spot on for our taste buds—bold and authentic without being overwhelming. The consistency in taste and quality keeps me coming back every time I visit San Diego. Highly recommend Spicy House to anyone looking for delicious and authentic Chinese cuisine especially with the Hunan touch!“

“HIDDEN GEEEEEM!!! This place is inside a grocery store which is unusual find but, hear me out... one of the best places for Chinese food. They have combo meals, and also ala carte meals and it just doesn't look and feel authentic, but it literally takes you to China, or Hong Kong. One of the best pork chops ever and also the steamed vegetables are so tasty! I would definitely go here for a quick lunch grab or a good sit down meal.“

“First time I came and very delicious food there .I was only one white person there ,all Asian there eat .They know where is good food !Very authentic Cantonese food .I enjoyed each bite .And service was excellent,good energy created better appetite!“

“A must, for great Chinese food. This place gives great service and always plenty of food with your order. They go the extra mile to make you smile. Everything is so tasty. We usually order to go, orders have always been made correctly.“

“Best BBQ Pork and the Lomein is great. Been coming since they opened and never disappointed.“

“Came here recently with a large group and was very impressed. All the food was delicious and came out very quickly. Excellent dim sum options and dinner dishes. Will come again when I visit again!“

“With 10 eateries in this tiny strip mall on a main road, you have a lot of choices. Choose this place. Fast friendly service. Great food at reasonable prices. Large portions. Want it mild? No problem. Like it spicy 🔥 they do that too.“

“My father turned 82 today and picked Pick Up Stix for his birthday meal. When my mother went to pay, Jack (the cashier) noticed that my mother had a retired military dependent identification. (My father served 23 years in the US Navy) He told her that they qualified for a military discount, Jack didn't have to do that, but he did and I am really appreciative. My folks are on a fixed income and every break on their budget helps. Thanks Jack! Truly awesome!“

“Absolutely delicious Cantonese food!

The stir-fried water spinach was incredible, and the beef was cooked perfectly—so tender and flavorful. Our child loved the food as well!

The red bean milk shaved ice was amazing, and the chicken was also incredibly tender. Even the rice was fragrant and delicious.

The egg tarts had just come out of the oven, so they were hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious.

I highly recommend giving this place a try! The only downside is the wait time. We visited on a Tuesday evening and still had to wait a little over 30 minutes, but it was definitely worth it.“

“Came here for take-out with my family and had a good experience. The restaurant has both inside seating and outside seating. Plenty of parking outside. Ordering was quick despite the large menu. The food was ready within 10-15 minutes.

My family ordered the Salt & Pepper Filet, House Rice Noodle, and Broccoli & Beef. The Broccoli & Beef was flavorful with a well-balanced sauce that's not too salty. The beef was slightly chewy, but still enjoyable. The Salt & Pepper Fillet was crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and had a nice kick of spiciness without being overly salty. The House Rice Noodles reminded me of pancit. The chicken was tender and juicy.

Overall, everything was well-seasoned without being overly salty which lets the flavors shine. Great food, generous portions, fast service, and a smooth take-out experience. I'd definitely recommend this place to friends and family!“

“Good [Original] Good“

“Chill, friendly, good food & reasonable price.“

“Super authentic and so good. Highly recommended the farmers stir fry, eggplant mashed with century egg, and mapo tofu. We had gotten another tofu dish that I can’t remember the name of but they had tried adjusting/fixing it to our taste but we decided we maybe just didn’t like it. They happily replaced it for us with the mapo tofu which we ended up loving. The portions were generous. There were two of us and we ordered three dishes with tons left over. I think we could have ordered two dishes and still have had some left over. Will be back next time we are in San Diego!“

“05/08/2026
-Shrimp w/ Green Pepper in Black Bean Sauce ($24.95) — Tasty sauce and perfectly cooked shrimp, though the onion and green pepper weren't the freshest.
-Deep-Fried Crispy Intestines ($19.95) — crispy and full of flavor!
-Rice ($2.00)

Note: They offer complimentary hot tea, making them one of the few restaurants that still do.

I had a wonderful early Mother’s Day lunch here.

07-04-2025
-BBQ Pork and Roast Duck on Rice $16.95- crispy pork skin, yummy! Roast Duck, mostly were bones

-Beef Stew Wonton Soup $14.95- tender beef and tasty wonton. The soup broth however was not at the desired temperature. It should be hot and not warm

Note:
Cash only“

“I wish I had the time to try each and every dish…what devoured was absolutely amazingly delicious“

“The best chinese food in San Diego...“

“Iron wok is a must try for anyone who enjoys Chinese food! All orders are cooked fresh and made to order. They have a wide variety of dishes on the menu to satisfy those looking for traditional Chinese dishes as well as those who are looking for more westernized dishes. It’s a lovely family owned business and Jennifer the owner is always friendly and welcoming to customers.
Some of my family’s favorite dishes that we recommend trying: salt and pepper chicken, salt and pepper shrimp, garlic tofu, rice noodles!“

“It’s been ages since I last visited this restaurant! A friend raved about their Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs (Guobaorou), so I came back with some friends. The portion of Guobaorou is generous, and it’s truly delicious—crispy and flavorful. We also ordered Jellyfish with Vinegar Dressing. The jellyfish here is quite thick and chunky, not the smooth, silky kind I’m used to, so I wouldn’t recommend it.

Then there’s the Braised Local Chicken in Iron Pot. The picture looked super tempting, so I specifically asked if it came with the steamed rolls (huajuan) shown in the photo. The waiter told me they only have steamed buns (mantou) instead. When it arrived, turns out they’re machine-made frozen buns bought from the supermarket. This dish is a letdown, so I don’t suggest it either.

On the bright side, the Sizzling Pork Kidneys were pretty good! We also wanted to order Peking Duck, but it requires advance reservation—make sure to call ahead if you want to try it.“

“The menu has a solid selection of meats and seafood. The highlights for us were the 5-Spiced Marinated Lamb, Marinated Pork-Belly, the Sweet Spicy Cajun Chicken, and the Cumin Squid—all packed with flavor and cooked beautifully over the charcoal, which provided a unique, smoky-char flavor. The sides/appetizers (Rice Paper, Beef Soup, Steamed Egg, House Salad) were similar to what you’ll find at most Korean BBQ places, but the Boiled Whole Peanuts were a pleasant surprise. They were perfectly boiled and had a great texture. As for the sauces, I highly recommend their House Garlic Sauce, Sea Salt Sesame Oil, and House-Spicy Powder, which pair well with their vast meat menu.
One thing to keep in mind is that the restaurant is pretty small, so it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to arrive as early as possible since it can get crowded very quickly. My group ended up waiting about 1.5 hours for a table. Despite the wait, the food was excellent, and the staff was very accommodating, attentive, and professional throughout the experience.
Overall, this spot is definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for something a little different from the typical KBBQ experience.
P.S. This might become a new “Fire Spot” for the homies to hang out 🔥“

“First off, we LOVE the lady behind the counter. If you don't like her, you don't appreciate the hustle. And furthermore, the food is delicious.“

“It was so good! I had to go get a second round of baos ❤️ My kids loved it too!“

“Xiao long bao pork steamed dumpling were the best we had. The wontons are good but the brith is clear and insipid, we actually brought them home to add very tasty homemade broth. The fried pork and chives dumpling were very well hand made not greasy, crispy bottom. The sauces are just chili oil and soy sauce, we will definitely order to go next time, eat at home with our favorite condiments since I think these would go great with Sriracha and good quality Japanese soy sauce I buy next door @ 99 Ranch.
You can watch the ladies making everything from scratch in the back, super cool and so much work involved. Parking in the back is best. You can also get some delicious bbq pork or duck in the place across from this. Very clean. No bathroom.“

“When we entered there wasn’t anyone, and tbh the restaurant’s design looked a little bare… it almost looked like it wasn’t doing well. When the food came, my entire family (with three kids) loved it. We were here for lunch and ordered noodles, and I could just say it’s comfort in my belly. Tho they took our order wrongly and served us an extra bowl of noodle (and we paid for it), we took it bcos we wanted to try something else from the menu.

A senior lady (I suppose she’s the one who cooked the dishes) came out and asked if everything was alright, and even gave us a free bottle of drink. Oh, there was also a small crowd also flowed in during our meal as well.

Would recommend!“