22 Best Chinese Restaurants in Sarasota

“The other reviews were absolutely right—this is likely the most authentic Chinese restaurant in Sarasota. The flavors are well-balanced, with sauces that are neither overly salty nor sweet—just the way Chinese cuisine should be. While the menu is tailored slightly for American tastes (all fish are filleted, so no really fresh whole crispy fish I was hoping to find in traditional Chinese dining), the dishes still deliver on taste.

One standout was the braised tofu, which reminded me of the flavors I experienced in Hong Kong—rich, savory, and comforting.“

“Perfect for Takeout & Solid Value!

If you’re craving honest, no-frills Chinese food served with a side of genuine kindness, China Garden is your spot. The owners here are the real stars—friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about making sure every customer leaves satisfied. Don’t expect white-tablecloth fine dining; this is the kind of cozy, unpretentious eatery where the focus is on hearty portions, quick service, and wallet-friendly prices.

The food won’t dazzle gourmet snobs, but it’s reliably tasty and hits the spot. Classics like orange chicken, beef and broccoli, and vegetable lo mein are flavorful, generously portioned, and priced fairly. The fried rice is a standout—greasy in the *best* way—and the egg rolls are crispy and packed with filling. It’s the kind of meal that feels like a warm hug after a long day.

Parking is available (a small lot out front), but truthfully, this place shines as a takeout joint. The dine-in area is simple and clean, with a few tables for those who want to eat immediately, but the real convenience is grabbing your order to enjoy at home. Pro tip: Call ahead—they’re lightning-fast with takeout prep!

What makes China Garden special isn’t just the food; it’s the *people*. The owners greet regulars warmly, crack jokes while handing over your order, and make you feel like family. For affordable comfort food with zero pretension and loads of heart, this spot is a winner.

**Final verdict:** Skip the fancy stuff and come here for a satisfying, budget-friendly meal. Perfect for weeknight takeout, casual lunches, or supporting a local small business that truly cares. 🥢✨“

“Amazing!! Hands down the best in sarasota! The food is so fresh tasting! Extremely Friendly and fast service. I cannot say enough good things. A million stars out of 5. My family will be regulars! My picky elderly father even loved it. My 12 year old says, “it’s amazing!!!”“

“Food was phenomenal. Absolutely delicious. We had shrimp, seafood, chicken, lo mein, rice, crab Rangoon and more. Prices were reasonable and portion sizes are as expected. No shrinkflation that I can tell. Not a sit down restaurant, so only plan for take out.

They crab Rangoon was the best I have ever had.

We will absolutely be back, and this is now are go-to Sarasota Chinese place.“

“We dine with Josie for my daughters birthday tonight. So impressed with her knowledge of menu and happy attitude. We come eat here lots and tonight was a very special experience thanks to our awesome waitress. We hopes you can fix up the kitchen issues because we do love coming to eat at PFchangs.“

“The Rice Box - Sarasota: A Takeout Gem for Pan-Asian Cuisine

The Rice Box in Sarasota is a fantastic choice for takeout if you’re craving well-executed, flavorful Pan-Asian dishes. Our order included a Crab Rangoon appetizer, which was perfectly crispy on the outside with a creamy, delicious filling.
For mains, I had the Tofu in Bourbon Sauce, while my friend enjoyed the Three Meat Fried Rice—both were excellent. The flavors were spot on, and the food arrived exactly as we ordered it.
Portion sizes were generous, easily enough for two meals per person, making it an outstanding value for the price. Everything was well-prepared, fresh, and delicious, with no mistakes or missing items—a rarity for takeout!
If you’re looking for satisfying, high-quality Asian cuisine at a reasonable price, The Rice Box is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!“

“We picked up takeout from bamboo Garden - under new ownership and it shows! The food is delicious - all your fav NY style Chinese favorites! Be sure to have their Shrimp Egg Rolls and Chinese Donuts! The Mongolian Beef has a great taste.....yummm the BEST! We found the food very fresh and well made. . I highly recommend this place. Great portion sizes and great quality and attention to detail.“

“I went there just before closing last night. I have been out of work and eating nothing but soup and salad for the past two months.
Finally, I have been working again and had enough money to eat better, so I ordered their seafood delight.
The quality was so amazing... I devoured it alone🤣. I'm ordering it again tonight.😋. Very friendly people and very clean !!
6 star review from me !!“

“My favorite chinese restaurant. Love their food and you get so much for your money. I get 3 meals out of everything I buy. I love a family owned business ike this.“

“Quite serviceable. Not gourmet sit down fine dining, and tables are basically used by folks waiting for their orders, but excellent for what it is, a strip mall take out joint.

The spice dishes are generally set for an American palate, so I could see someone who has a need for heat being disappointed. (I don't, and I don't know what happens if you ask for it spicy.) Unlike the spice, they do not hold back on the sugar, if it comes with a sweet-ish sauce, it will definitely be quite sweet - i.e. bourbon chicken, even Gen. Tso's is more sweet than hot.

The shop next door is a cigar bar, so for me, it's just as well it's take out. I don't smell it inside, but the sidewalk air is sometimes tainted and on those days I'm happy to let my nose reset on the drive home. And I do drive by a couple other places to get here.

I don't understand the criticism of the egg rolls in some reviews. They may not be outstanding hand rolled gems, and I feel pretty certain they are from the same supplier that services most (all?) of the similar take out places locally, but they are well executed, always fried to order hot, and really rise above with a dab of the hot mustard (not the insipid packets, but the little cups of the "good stuff" - not on menu, just ask).“

“Best Chinese food I’ve had in SRQ & I’m a local. My husband is a very picky eater but he had no complaints here. Even the children loved their food, got pretty full and had leftovers. The service was excellent, I had to call and let them know how good the food was halfway through my meal. My belly is full and satisfied. If you’re curious, it’s real chicken. 5 out of 5 all around the board🫶🏾“

“I don’t typically make food reviews, but I will say this is worth it. The food here is phenomenal. When I finished eating,I was completely stuffed and hardly made a dent in my food. I have at least three meals worth of food left over and I got everything for around $18. The service is relatively fast. I only waited about 10 minutes, which is good because I don’t really have time on my lunch break. 10/10 service and I will definitely be back.“

“Always great. The food is not salty or oily. The Dim Sum menu offers a wide selection with no bad choices. Fast friendly service. Clean and inviting atmosphere. Lots of parking. This place is a real gem. Nothing like it within 50 miles.“

“Went there during my vacation at Sarasota. We stopped there almost every day of the week. It was one of the best Chinese restaurants I've eaten at, with some of the highest-quality seafood in the world.Have an Auspicious Year of the Dragon!“

“Always delish and hot! We love this place...a must!“

“Quality food, staff and ambiance“

“Second time I've gotten delivery from here and both times they were super fast with it. I got the dragon meets Phoenix and asked for extra spicy and it came with a ton of chicken and shrimp. I highly recommend this place if you haven't tried it yet“

“I had a large carryout order for a staff party and ordered 48 hours in advance. I spoke with the manager by phone due to a language barrier and was able to have my large order with special requests translated to the cooks. I did pay a deposit which was deducted from final payment. All the food was ready on time, staff were helpful and they helped put all the food in the vehicle. The food was Fantastic and Fresh!!! I recommend them for carry-out any time!“

“I ordered the "House Lo mein", and for the first time in 17 years, I can say the food was better than I expected. china Kitchen will now be, the only place I will refer as well as order from exclusively.

Parking: Easy to get to and no problems finding a spot.“

“I want to give a huge shoutout to the PEIWEI Express at University Town Center Mall! The manager goes above and beyond for the customers, paying incredible attention to every detail. Her kindness, professionalism, and dedication truly stand out. Congratulations to the store for having such a fantastic leader on the team—what an amazing experience!“

“Best Chinese food we've had after trying many in the 5 yrs we've lived here. General Tso's combo, Vegetable fried rice, Egg Rolls, Spring rolls, Crab Rangoon- all fresh, tasty, generous portions, fair prices, excellent service, made to order (we like not spicy) Very good, will visit again.“