24 Best Chinese Restaurants in Santa Ana

“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.“

“Ok, you must get down to Pik Up Stix on West MacArthur Boulevard! The food is incredible, the experience wonderful, and the most amazing thing about this place is the Manager, Jesus, truly, he is a gentleman as he goes “Above & Beyond” for each and every customer!

Get down here, YOU’LL LOVE IT!!!!

Thanks so kindly, Jesus, you
make this place “Magical”

Daniel F. Harb, ARRT, RT(R)
Ezekiel Capital Group, LLC“

“Really fun atmosphere, especially since they have live music on Saturdays.
My favorite dishes were the grilled chicken gizzard, perilla frog, and grilled garlic chives. The green tea beer was also very refreshing and paired well with the food.

The whole experience reminded me of the summers when I used to work on projects in northern China and go out for skewers and beer with coworkers. Definitely a memorable spot.“

“This place has great food and the sweetest owner/workers. I came during maybe Christmas Eve or Christmas day, none the less, they were open on the holidays. The lady who helped me was super sweet and just gave the best hospitality. Her husband (?) was also so nice and super helpful. I didn’t stay to eat there since I had my dog in the car, but people who came after me pulled up a chair and seemed to enjoy the environment. The parking lot was a bit rough around the edges so I was a tad hesitant but once I came into the store with welcoming smiles, it was all good. The food was super hot when received. I also had a bit of a drive home since they were one of a few places open that day. When I got home the food was still super hot. Also I think I spent about $10-15 but I had so much food that lasted a few days. Portions were huge, I liked it. Food was super tasty the day received and still good over the few days it took to eat the rest. Was easy to reheat in the microwave and a pan on the stove. Egg rolls also easy to reheat in air fryer. Note: I thought I posted when I last came here during the holiday season but it looks like it didn’t transmit.“

“Pretty good soup/noodles. Noodles were bouncy and good amount of chew. The broth was good and very comfy. Portion sizes were on the smaller side, but I left very satisfied. The liangpi was also really good. The chili sauce was the weakest part of the liangpi but still good overall.“

“When I first tried this place, I came back several times because the food was simple, authentic,“

“This is our favorite spot! They have great food and portions for a good prices I recently ordered party plates for a birthday and they did not disappoint. Everyone loved the food, and I saved money in the process. Support your local businesses!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I visited Papa K in California and it was such a great experience! The Egyptian food is absolutely delicious – authentic, flavorful, and feels just like home. 😋 The portions are very generous, and the prices are really affordable, which makes it even better. The service was excellent; the staff were so kind, welcoming, and always smiling, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for real Egyptian cuisine. I’ll definitely be back! ♥️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ زرت مطعم Papa K في كاليفورنيا وكانت تجربة أكثر من رائعة! الأكل المصري عندهم لذيذ جدًا – طعمه أصيل ومليان نكهات وكأنك في مصر بالظبط. 😋 كمان كميات الأكل كبيرة جدًا والأسعار مناسبة وفي متناول اليد، وده بيخلي التجربة أحلى وأحلى. الخدمة ممتازة؛ الموظفين في منتهى اللطف والترحاب، ودايمًا بيستقبلوا بابتسامة، وده بيخلي الجو دافي ومريح. بجد أنصح أي حد عايز يجرب الأكل المصري الأصيل إنه يزور المكان، وأنا أكيد هرجع تاني ♥️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Salmon Many leading nutritionist consider salmon to be one the best foods you can eat. Thanks to an array of healthy nutrients along with a punch of protein, salmon is a fantastic food for anyone looking to eat healthier or lose weight. And thanks to its flavor and texture, you can cook salmon in endless ways. Salmon is famous for its omega-3 fatty acids. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Omega-3 fatty acids may decrease triglycerides, lower blood pressure, reduce blood clotting, decrease stroke and heart failure risk, reduce irregular heartbeats, and in children may improve learning ability.” But the benefits of eating salmon extend far beyond those omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon also provides bioactive peptides. These improve joint cartilage health, increase insulin effectiveness, and control the inflammation of the digestive tract. Luckily, salmon is delicious both hot and cold. It’s a perfect family meal that pairs well with other high nutrient foods like spinach and black beans. Plus you can use spices like mustard and ginger to make the meal all the more appealing. Lastly, salmon is delicious when served cold on salads. So whether you are eating your dinner in a restaurant or eating it at home, the leftover salmon will make for a healthy lunch the next day.“

“I paid 22$ for two plates (two items combo). If you want to eat on a bugdet this is your place. One plate probably has enough salt to kill a small child. Very greasy but still tastes good even though the meat had been sitting under the heat lamp for while. When you hear cursing and yelling in Cantonese in the back of the restaurant you know its good. Not the best spot I've been to but one shouldn't complain when you aren't spending much.“

“This is such a great family-run spot with delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere. I’d definitely recommend the beef chow fun and the fried rice! Any place that can truly nail the classic Chinese staple dishes earns major points in my book, and the fact that it’s family owned makes it even more special.“

“We came in starving and left happy and full with leftovers! We ordered today's special, spicy garlic Chicken, mandarin Kung Pao Shrimp, chive dumplings, Mix Vegetables and the Lo Mein Beef. We dove into the food before I could take a proper before picture.“

“It’s been awhile since I’ve written a 5 star review on fast food Chinese food. Wow! I am really satisfied with the quality of the food here! The orange chicken was fresh, crunchy and delicious. The beef broccoli was so tasty. The beef was well cooked and thick! The chow mien and rice was tasty as well. Portion size was A++++++++. Price is A+++++++ Quality is A++++++++“

“This was my first time here and I came kind of late, so they were out of a lot of items. I ordered the shrimp fried rice, wonton soup and orange chicken. I should have gotten the family meal. Maybe next time. The 4 person family meal is $25.99 and 6 person family meal is $35.99 and they look like a ton of food. My rice and soup were made fresh and really good! I will definitely have to come again (a little earlier) and try some of the other dishes“

“Food was delicious.
I ordered 1 item combo plate. The chow mein was thick how I like it and the mushroom chicken tasted great.

I did go before noon so everything was fresh.
The ladies that helped me were nice.“

“I've been coming here on and off for a few years now. The food has always been consistently good. This place has a lot of classic choices that you find in any Chinese food place, but they do them very well.

I got chow mien, fried rice, grilled chicken, and the pepper chicken. Everything is fresh and good tasting. Always worth a visit.“

“This is honestly the best chinese food place i have been to!! Their service is great, their workers are so kind,THE FOOD IS BLAZING GOOD!!? anyone who COMES HERE MUST TRY THE WONTON SOUP MY MOM GETS THE WONTON SOUP WITH PEPPER FISH INSIDE THE BEST SOUP EVER ESPECIALLY IF YOU LIKE WONTONS AND VEGTABLES THEY DO NOT SKIMP ON SHRIMP OR VEGTABLES...GREAT PRICE ....YUM YUM ..“

“I got the BBQ chicken and (steamed) rice with the ginger scallion sauce and it was so good! The chef and employee were also very nice and were available for any questions we had.
I also got a Thai iced coffee with milk and it is wow! It’s very strong, so fair warning, but also very good! It’s not super sweet or bitter - it’s the perfect in-between.
For the food and coffee (with tip) the total came out to about $24 as of January 2026. I will gladly pay that again! :)“

“The honey sesame chicken breast is great! Very flavorful and delicious! The food, service, and atmosphere are all 5-stars! I would rate the experience a 5-stars on all fronts! This location is in the food court. Check out this Panda Express restaurant if you are in the food court.“

“The best dumplings!! I had The Fried Chicken (6 Pieces) at Down Town Disney. Try these yummy dumplings filled with Seasoned Chicken, Pepper Jack Cheese-filled dumplings, battered and crusted with corn flakes. Deep-fried and served with jalapenos & a side of spicy cilantro mayonnaise. You will not regret it. Good luck to the owners just amazing food on wheels.“

“Probably the best Chinese food I've had; food tastes great and STILL tastes good after reheating!! I'm hard to impress and this place blew it out of the water.
I had the chow mein, beef broccoli, mushroom chicken, and wontons. The wontons were really good too. And it was all actually affordable too!! Better prices than other places I've seen. Will come back if I'm in the area. ❤️✨“

“Still the best place to get noodles. I have noticed that the menu has been condensed significantly and they don't have as much on the menu.“

“I really like this place I walk there on my lunch break a lot and the orange chicken is really good its always fresh and they pack the box full and it's only $5. Ans plus they are always really nice and friendly and always make me feel welcome when I walk in“