50 Best Chinese Restaurants in San Diego

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

“Taiwanese hot pot, you choose the ingredients and the broth, they promptly cook it for you. If you appreciate deep soup flavors, and love meat, you can eat here for $15-20 per person. Simple atmosphere, basic service. 5 stars because it’s delicious.“

“I snapped a quick photo of my bowl right as it hit the table, relying on the app that tracks my macros to find this spot. It pulled up this exact dish when I was in a rush for lunch, and honestly, the portion was legit—plenty of protein and everything I needed to hit my goals. The noodles were cooked perfectly, and those fresh, crunchy cucumber strips added a great texture. The place is super efficient and kept things moving while I grabbed a quick bite.“

“delicious food! all of it“

“Haidilao is an awesome hot pot place, it’s affordable and totally worth it! I’d recommend the chicken broth. Great experience, would recommend.“

“Absolutely gorgeous inside , definitely one of my new favorite spot now for skewers, been here twice and I’m glad I came , service is great, friendly and attentive, & most importantly food is bomb . Will come again , & again.
Xie Xie :)“

“Part of my wife's order came to the table very late as we were finishing everything else we ordered. The manager however, comped the late arriving order as well as my wife's other appetizer order on their own initiative. We appreciated that and we do plan on returning soon.“

“The noodles for Beef brisket noodles soup and cold noodle soup were fabulous. Mild spicy for the noodle soup was enough spice for a kick without being overwhelming. Beef was very tender. The cold noodles was a favorite. The noodles were chewy and paired with a sesame sauce. The lamb stir fry (not pictured) was ok. Lamb meat was tender but did not expect the greens to be all cilantro.“

“The Chinese food was good!“

“The person that greeted was so nice and welcoming. My first time here and she was very helpful with the menu. Food tastes amazing-so well seasoned and generous especially the lunch bowl-it was a lot! This place will now be my go to since it’s so close to work!“

“Absolutely delicious. Great service and a wonderful experience for my Husband’s birthday. The many options on the hot pot menu make it impossible to try them all in one meal so we plan to return again soon! A relaxing and fun dining experience!“

“My sister and I were shopping in the area and needed a quick spot to eat and we found this place on google. As soon as we walked in we could smell all kinds of delicious stuff going on. The food was great and the service was amazing and the prices were pretty decent. I would definitely come back!“

“Top Asian food spots for me in San Diego. Prices are cheap and the dishes are so yummy. Get ready to drink lots of water because their spicy dishes can be fire. I love them! I've gotten a few of their dishes to try and you can't go wrong with any of them! Very attentive staff too!“

“Great local spot for delicious food! Generous portions too! We typically order to-go because the place is packed on weekends! Ordering online is easy and the dood is always ready when promised. You don't go there for.the ambiance... you go there for delicious meals! Check out their menu and order with confidence. We are never disappointed with our choices! Our go-to's are the noodles with beef and the green beens... and then we go from there!“

“This was one of the best meals I ever had. The cumin beef noodles were AMAZING and the cabbage and beef pancakes. The music was good, service was friendly and funny, and overall an amazing experience!! Would definitely come back if I didn’t live out of town“

“Everything here is delicious, especially the Braised Pork. It is so tender and flavorful. It melts in your mouth with the most delicious sauce. The portions are large for families. Theb servers are very friendly and attentive. I visit here every time I come down from Los Angeles.“

“Whenever we go to San Diego we stop by here, the salt and pepper wings are that good. We even get a plate of them to go to take back with is. Seriously good food, great staff and its the little things that make it really good like the zodiac place mats and fried things they give you with the sweet red sauce when you first sit down. A lot of Chinese restaurants just dont do it right like golden house does. Dont go changing :)“

“I loved 🥰 best place more more“

“Bomb food 🥘 clean dining area good service“

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Tried Aztec Smash Burger for the first time and was genuinely impressed.

The burgers were excellent~crispy smash patties, fresh buns, and great flavor. I added lettuce, tomato, and pickles to the Jalapeño Smash Burger and it was delicious. Burger was Slightly too salty, but still fantastic.

The coolest part was experiencing a ghost kitchen / virtual food hall for the first time. You order, get a text when your food is ready, enter your code at the lockers, and your food pops right out. Super easy & efficiency.

For the quality and amount of food we received, the value is great. In a world where burgers keep getting more expensive, this concept just makes sense: great food, lower overhead, and better prices for customers.“

“The food was really good, and the bartender was super nice and welcoming. Unfortunately, it was really, really hot inside, which made it difficult to fully enjoy the food and the overall vibe. I think the experience would have been so much better if the temperature had been more comfortable. Other than that, I enjoyed the food and appreciated the great service.“

“I moved away from San Diego in 2017 and their salt and pepper tofu is the one meal I miss the most 😂 Sooo good“

“This restaurant came highly recommended and it did not disappoint. I tried the Roast Duck Noodle Soup and Walnut Shrimp. The duck was really delicious with a very nice broth. Every bite was a delight. I enjoyed the shrimp - plump and juicy with a lightly citrus white sauce and roasted walnuts. I would order it again, but there are a lot of items on their extensive menu that I would also like to try. Very nice, low key service. Clean and pleasant dining room.“

“This place was SOOO good! Everything was packed with flavor, and you can truly tell every dish is made with care. The food tasted fresh, authentic, and was honestly one of the best meals I've had in a long time.
What made the experience even better was the people. You can tell it's family-run because everyone was so kind, welcoming, and treated us like we were guests in their own home. They made us feel comfortable from the moment we walked in, and that kind of hospitality is hard to find these days.
If you're looking for amazing food with incredible flavor and a place that feels like home, I highly recommend checking this restaurant out. We will definitely be coming back!“

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

“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.“

“Came here last week with family of four on Friday. Dumplings were great, many varieties.very good soups and seaweed salad. Same quality and taste as Din Tai Fung but much better value and no lines and crowds (yet!)“

“Our waiter, Nick, was excellent! He served us with a big smile and was very attentive throughout our meal. The food was good overall. The only issue was that the broccoli pieces were a little too big and slightly undercooked. Other than that, we had a great experience, and Nick’s wonderful service made it even better!“

“Best sushi in San Diego at reasonable prices! Delicioso!!!“

“For noodle purists and seekers of authentic regional comfort, finding a bowl that truly transports you can be a lifelong pursuit. Having traversed the bustling noodle alleys of Shanghai and sampled celebrated destinations like Magic Noodle in Las Vegas, my standards for handmade noodles are exacting. Yet, nestled right here in the heart of San Diego, Noodle and Bun has effortlessly claimed a spot among the very best in the country.
The Star of the Menu: Spicy Beef Brisket Noodle
The crown jewel of the meal was undoubtedly the Spicy Beef Brisket Noodle paired with house-made knife-cut noodles. The texture of the noodles is a testament to true artisanal craftsmanship—chewy, robust, and possessing that ideal rustic variance that only skilled hand-cutting can achieve.
What truly elevates the dish, however, is the masterclass in spice balance. Too often, stateside Sichuan-inspired noodle houses lean too heavily on Sichuan peppercorns, rendering your palate completely numb after just a few bites. Here, the kitchen demonstrates remarkable restraint and precision: the peppercorn profile is aromatic and vibrant, enhancing the rich, tender beef brisket without overwhelming the senses. It is a masterclass in flavor equilibrium.
A Minor Misstep: The Xiao Bao
No dining experience is entirely without flaw. The Xiao Bao arrived slightly overcooked—likely a casualty of a bustling, high-volume evening service. However, even with the structural compromise from a bit too much time in the heat, the quality of the ingredients could not be masked. The filling tasted undeniably fresh, and each bite remained impressively juicy, hinting at a very capable kitchen even when running under pressure.
Service and Practicalities
* Service: Attentive, welcoming, and efficient. The front-of-house team manages the rush with grace, keeping the energy upbeat.
* Parking: As expected for the vibrant Fourth Avenue corridor in downtown San Diego, parking is a formidable challenge. Be prepared to circle for street parking or utilize nearby paid garages.
The Verdict
Noodle and Bun delivers where it matters most: extraordinary, authentic noodle-making that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with international heavyweights. Minor kitchen hiccups aside, this is an essential destination for anyone who appreciates the soul of hand-crafted pasta.“

“The food was delicious. The music and the vibe of the place was amazing. The staff was attentive and on point!“

“Fried chicken was delicious and fried noodles.“

“Ok, my daughter wanted Chinese and we stumbled across the Corner Cafe. What a happy surprise. Not fancy and they do a brisk take out business... But worth dining in. Portions were huge and delicious. Everything is home cooked and amazing. They do wings and were able to do mine gluten free. They were maybe some of the best wings I have ever eaten. Worth it just for that. The pork with Chinese broccoli was also a hig as well as the from scratch hot and sour soup. One of my favorites and out did Din Tai Fung HANDS DOWN. Highly recommend! The owners were awesome too and took the time to make sure our order was perfect“

“My friends and I drove down from LA to eat at Ying Li and it was amazing!

This was my second time and I had a wonderful experience on both occasions.

The staff are so welcoming and friendly! The food is amazing and portions are generous.

My favorite dish was the salt and pepper chicken wings. They had a superb crunch and savory flavor.

I can’t wait to come back for another great meal!“

“Tried the new Hot Honey Chicken- BOMB 🧑🏾‍🍳 👌🏽💋 EVERYTHING WAS BUUUTHIIINN! 🔥 🤓“

“Wah Shing Chinese Food offers delicious food, generous portions, and amazing service! Everything is made fresh to order, and they are impressively fast at getting your food ready. The staff is friendly, attentive, and truly committed to providing excellent customer service. It’s a great spot for a quick, delicious, and satisfying meal. Highly recommended!“

“Fried garlic pork with steamed rice 😍“

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

“Amazing 🔥love this place ! I’ll be back over and over . It’s been a while since I been as a young lady but it’s Comming back just as good!“

“My first time going here in September 2025 was so awesome, booked a trip again in November 2025 just to eat here again. Ok, I lied. I did not book the 2nd trip just to eat here but we did eat here twice when we went back to San Diego.

It's that good. Prices are reasonable, portions are amazing! So much food relative to the price. It's very delicious. We got the spicy crispy chicken (forgot what's it called), spicy fried fish, spicy lamb/beef dish with cilantro and dumplings. Everything was so good. I'm from Massachusetts and I thought this was one of the best Sichuan food I've had.

We're planning on going back whenever we're back in town.“

“We called in a take out order for 3 things. French Beef always delicious. Chicken fried rice - left alot to be desired. Roast pork noodle not the quality I expected. On the phone they said 20 minutes I got there and waited another 45 minutes. We have been coming here for the past 2 years the prices were a little high but the food was always amazing. Now I guess we need to find a new spot ... over an hour wait and $80 for take out!!“

“Been coming here since I was a little kid and will forever go“

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

“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.“

“Very good food and great service every time.“

“Chicken rice was good, they got my order wrong once on DoorDash where I wanted the sausage sticky rice and got some different rice dish instead.

The noodles we got a little too oily in the takeout container but otherwise tasty.“

“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!“

“PRETTY SENSATIONAL ! We had just done a bunch of shopping at Vinh-Hung Supermarket on Saturday and decided that we should have lunch at the Hong Kong BBQ Dim Sum & Kitchen...situated inside the supermarket. You know it didn't look too flash but it was packed out and the food going out to the tables looked pretty good. I asked a female server if we could get a table for 2...and she pointed to the only vacant table in the cafe. WHOO HOO ! I sat at the table watching the activity while my wife took an urgent phone call about her ill mother. A server named Joe came by and I asked for iced waters. THEY CAME OUT FAST ! Joe brought us menus which we checked out in detail. WOW.... there was some neat stuff on their menu. We kicked things off with a SHRIMP DUMPLING Appetizer ( $6.38 ) ! For our mains my wife selected HONEY WALNUT SHRIMP ( $21.95 ) while I chose KUNG PAU SPICY BEEF ( $17.95 ). You know when you try a brand new eatery you never know what to expect but I had been seeing some pretty good looking dishes ferried out to the tables while I waited for my wife. Our Shrimp Dumpling Appetizer arrived in next to no time and tasted SENSATIONAL ! WHAT A GREAT START ! Our mains came out together and the serves were GINORMOUS ! And darn did they look good. My wife went nuts over her Honey Walnut Shrimp....an authentic Chinese dish. I tried it and OMG it tasted beyond delicious ! My Kung Pau Spicy Beef & Rice BLEW ME AWAY ! FLAVOR KICK FLAVOR KICK..get the message. My delicious serve was huge and I actually had the rest for lunch today....still tasted awesome. THIS PLACE DELIVERED WAY BEYOND OUR EXPECTATIONS !“

“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!“

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