50 Best Chinese Restaurants near St. Matthews

“Great dim sum experience, I can see why it is Louisville’s favorite! The crispy duck was divine!“

“Sadly this location has really gone downhill. Less people then used to be here. Time to get food from kitchen excessively long. Server was great. She told us the owner tried to cut labor costs and cut kitchen staff. Plus the ac was not working. She had to wear an ice necklace to stay cool. Insane.“

“I’ve been to Chongqing and Sichuan province in China twice, and had many meals there. This restaurant is authentic and absolutely delicious. Highly recommend the Sichuan brisket noodle soup and the Chongqing spicy chicken. I never thought I would be able to taste these flavors again without traveling back to China, but I am so thrilled to have found this place! 😍😍😍“

“They're in a food court. There's nothing they can do about the atmosphere. The food and service are great!“

“In my opinion this is as good as it gets in Louisville. The food here is the best around. I especially love the Lo mein… pork… I order spicy. The egg rolls are delicious. My only wish is a better “eat-in” experience, but the food is what counts. I stop by weekly and carry out. You can’t go wrong with Double Dragon on Goss.“

“01/15/25: I work down the street and a co-worker and I went and ordered takeout. fast, friendly, fair and & DELICIOUS!!! The attendant hand you a ball and points you towards the bar and you can add whatever you want to your bowl and then they cook it up in front of you with your choice of brown rice white rice fried rice or noodle! The prices is based on the weight. $7.99 per pound. for the two of us, we spent $22. y'all don't sleep on this place!“

“We’ve loved Yen Ching for at least 15 years. The food is awesome and the staff are friendly and welcoming. We have tried the tofu with vegetables in garlic sauce, Mongolian beef, and beef with vegetables in garlic sauce. Wonton soup and Crab rangoon are the best around! Highly recommend this place! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“This little gem in Louisville has been a staple of great Chinese food for 15 years. Always friendly, this family owned business is a MUST when seeking to quench your Chinese food cravings. You will not be disappointed.“

“This is one of the two best Chinese restaurants in Louisville. One is more authentic, and this place is for all the 'chinese takeout' staples. & I mean no insult or disrespect in that. Both are delicious and both serve a purpose. Also the nostalgia when dining in makes me just as happy as the food. The general Taos, spicy orange chicken & Singapore noodles are the best I've ever had!!“

“What a pleasant surprise! The staff were so friendly, and the wait from ordering to being served was practically nonexistent. The food was absolutely delicious—I can’t stop thinking about it. I really want to go back and try some of the other dishes!“

“Please note it's carryout only.

Clean, quiet, super friendly staff and fantastic food at good prices. Location on Southside can be a bit congested but you can sneak right out onto Strawberry for a light or a detour.

Will definitely be back. Pepper steak was awesome. Big menu. Recommended.“

“The food and service is excellent. I keep coming back for the General Tso chicken. incredible!“

“My favorite, The service is great and it’s always clean, the food is consistent and it’s delicious“

“Love this place! Their food is always consistent and taste amazing. It’s my go to spot if I want to eat out or treat myself.“

“First time here!! We ordered food to go and it was hot and ready when we got there. Our food was plentiful and very tasty. We were able to get 2 meals out of it.
We will be back! The photos are only a portion of the big portions they gave us!“

“I would give a 3.5 if I could. This place is takeout only, so I went and placed an order. The owner’s young daughter took my order which was super cute. I got the sweet and sour chicken and the lo mein. The chicken by itself was pretty bland, but the sauce was good. The noodles were ok, but could’ve used a bit more flavor. Price is reasonable and service fast.“

“Best Chinese ive had in louisville. Staff was really friendly and helpful. Food was great. I love the way the cook the chicken. It was all crispy. We had the braised chicken and the general chicken. Everything had good flavor. Portions were good size. Actually a bit much. We couldn't finish. We will definitely be back!“

“I go here at least once every week or every other week. The fried rice is the BEST and I will ONLY eat from this Chinese restaurant. The people that work there are very nice and I love the 2 ladies that work there. All I do is call to place a to go order, give them my name, and they automatically know who I am and what I get is how often I go here 😂🤣😂🤣🤣😂. I would recommend to go here if you want to try some amazing Chinese food. They get 5 BIG STARS FROM ME 💜“

“I have came here very regularly since I was a small child. They did change owners once, but they’ve always maintained great food, great service. They are very hard-working. They are very consistent. I have eaten at many Chinese food places around Louisville in my 32 years and a lot will honestly leave me disappointed and sometimes sick. Here I’ve always loved the food. I’ve always got great portions for good prices and the prices remain consistent over all the inflation through the years.“

“This tiny gem of a restaurant is a St. Matthews treasure. I eat there often and am always amazed by the quality, flavor, amount and prompt friendly service. Their curry and Szechuan chicken never fail to burst with flavor. I’ve truly always had a great experience here.“

“We got honey chicken, broccoli in spicy garlic sauce, and lo mein. All were fresh and delicious. My only wish is that the broccoli was spicier, but it was still very hood. They also gave us free veggie rolls and they were great too! Portions and prices were good too. Very friendly atmosphere as well. This was our first time ordering from here, but it definitely won't be the last!“

“this is one of my favorite lunch places downtown. the buffet has limited options but everything is hot and fresh.“

“Highly recommend! Always great service!!! Dine at the bar- Michelle is AWESOME...“

“These guys never miss. 54 points, 15 rebounds, 12 assists, 3 steals, and a block! I’ve been ordering from here since 2004 and it’s still just as good as 20 years ago. Best sweet and sour chicken in Louisville. Best Chinese in Louisville. Their bourbon chicken is something special as well, and their fried rice. They need to go back to their old egg rolls though but they still get an A++ from me.“

“Best Kung Pao in Clifton! probably the whole city in my opinion.“

“Been ordering pickup/delivery here for years. Usually at least once a month. Food is solid nothing that blows me away but it's reasonably priced, tasty, and good portions. Service is excellent. They've never gotten an order wrong or failed to include an item in the order.“

“Been coming here for years now, honestly one of the few places around that actually gives real portions of their food. I always have plenty of leftovers and extremely good flavor and seasonings to boot.

Seriously can't recommend this place and really hope they can get even more successful to get their own bigger building someday.“

“This is my most favorite restaurant. I wish they would get on to doordash so I could have it delivered across the bridge to Jeffersonville Indiana. When I worked downtown Louisville at Humana we would eat there at least three times a week. All of the employees loved this restaurant. Please consider going on to doordash. I am disabled and cannot drive anymore so I cannot go to the greatest restaurant in Kentucky or Southern indiana. Thank you“

“Friendly staff. They have dine in available but the bulk of their business seems to be take out orders. With the amount of door dash order pick ups they had while my family and I were eating, I knew the food would not disappoint. My wife enjoyed the lo mean and my daughter her orange chicken.“

“They’re my favorite Chinese cuisine spot. I’ve been only eating Chinese from here for four to five years and it’s the most consistent restaurant I’ve ever been to. The food and service is always amazing and they keep their restaurant very clean including the kitchen. Would rate a 10/5 stars if I could 🙏“

“This is one of our Families favorite restaurants. Try their Orange Chicken, Shrimp Fried Rice, Spare Ribs, Pepper Steak and Beef and Broccoli dishes. Also, their shrimp egg rolls are Great too. Plus, their Friendly and they have your food ready within minutes. I definitely Recommend this business.“

“We had a great time at King Buffet! The selection of Mandarin dishes was impressive, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The restaurant was clean, and the staff kept everything running smoothly. At one point, they quickly refilled a dish we liked, which we appreciated. A very satisfying visit overall !“

“The food is always hot and appetizing. Every bite is delicious and worth the price. We love their food ‼️“

“Honestly? This place surprised me in the best way. Ate at The Place Deluxe Buffet and every single station felt intentional. The steaks were juicy and properly cooked, not the dry, forgettable kind you usually expect from buffets. The seafood was fresh and generous, and you could tell they didn’t cut corners with the ingredients. What really stood out was the variety. There’s so much to choose from, but everything actually tastes good—no filler dishes, no “just there for display” food. It genuinely felt like a curated spread instead of a chaotic buffet table. The service deserves its own mention. The staff were attentive without hovering, quick to help, and genuinely pleasant the whole time. It made the experience feel relaxed and smooth from start to finish. And let’s talk about the price—because this is the shocker. For how deluxe everything feels, it doesn’t destroy your wallet. You get premium-quality food, great service, and a full-on indulgent experience without feeling like you overpaid. If you want a buffet that feels elevated, satisfying, and actually worth it, this one’s a solid yes. I’d go back without thinking twice. 🍷✨“

“I'm going to be honest. I thought I was going to a place where I could street fight, like in the game. This was not the case. 🫤 However, the food was good. That's why I gave it four stars. But if you're looking for a place to street fight, I would go somewhere else.“

“Since a couple of Chinese restaurants have shut down in Louisville, I've been looking for one to call my favorite. THIS is it! Best Mongolian Beef in town BY FAR, and I've sampled Chinese restaurants across the city. The menu is expansive; hard to imagine someone who likes Chinese food being unable to find something to eat. The food comes in generous portions, and the restaurant presents a very clean, orderly atmosphere. Servers are quick to respond, and very courteous ....we have never been disappointed by the service here. Prices are very reasonable. We are going back this week for a late Father's Day dinner to celebrate my becoming a grandfather!“

“I have ordered probably 50 times by this time. They would know. They are amazing. They are fast, they have messed up maybe 2 times, only forgetting drinks those times, but they offered to bring the drinks to me. They called to say they would be very late because they were backed up and they were very nice about it. They always treat me nice. They put in coffee news when I ask. I always get delivery. I will always order from here. Food is amazing, it's not for everyone, but if you don't like it, go somewhere else. This is my favorite delivery chinese restaurant.“

“Stopping through Louisville and from Denver. Stayed at a local hotel and this place does not disappoint. My wife and I ordered the Kung Pao chicken, egg roll, and fried wonton and all were delicious. Super reasonable pricing but then again, when you're from Denver, everything is super reasonable. I doubt if I'll ever be through Louisville again but I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“The service is amazing, portions are large enough to share. We order often and never had a bad meal. My favorite is the shrimp Lo mein and fried dumplings. Keep up the great job.“

“Huge selection of menu items! Dined in … delicious meal served to us quickly and everything was hot and full of wonderful flavor. Didn’t take long to have dinner brought to us and apparently lots of customers order ahead and pick up on the way home.“

“Singapore Mei Fun is unbelievable. Better than PF Chang’s Singapore street noodles. Amazing fried rice. Generous portions. Must try.

Takeout is best. Not much of a dinning room but works in a pinch.

Hidden gem in prospect/springhurst area. This is THE SPOT for Asian cuisine in prospect/norton commons area!“

“My entire family has been coming here since I was a kid. Almost 20 years. I’ve watched the owner’s daughter grew up and go to college.
Now I take my own kids here on the weekends for a nice treat
Some of the best Chinese food in the city. We live almost 45 minutes away now, but still make the trip just for some good Chinese food and amazing company!“

“I’ve been going here since 2019, even through Covid. The people there have always been nice and consistent.

The portions are quite large, which makes the pricing valuable. So order a small unless you have very big appetite.“

“Honestly, the food is good, but the hospitality is even better. I wasn’t expecting such a genuine and sweet service. It really makes a difference when you’re taken care of by someone so thoughtful. Definitely coming back for the great atmosphere!“

“Happy Dragon is the best Chinese food I have found in Louisville. I have to travel around the city often for work, and I'm always excited when my work brings me to Taylorsville Road, since I know it means I'll get to have some great food. Try out the Bourbon chicken, bamboo chicken, or ask for an extra spicy combo lo mein, you won't regret it. The only bad thing about this restaurant is it makes all the places near my side of town taste so bad in comparison. Seriously, I've tried bourbon chicken at a dozen places in Louisville, and no where else can even come close.“

“My favorite, The service is great and it’s always clean, the food is consistent and it’s delicious“

“Good food. Good prices. I would recommend the place to anyone who likes Chinese food.“

“Every bit as nice a food establishment as I first started going there .“

“Went by from church on the way home. It was takeout. It was really fast. The service was great and the food was great. Not as good of a deal as it use to be. It was just under $10 for the lunch special. I got Chicken with broccoli. It came with an egg roll.“

“I don't usually leave reviews but I just want to say this is some of the best Chinese takeaway restaurants I've had. The orange chicken is made with real orange peel and tastes fresh not frozen and the rice is always tasty as well. They give a free soda with your order and the portion is great enough for 2 meals. I'll be ordering from here from now on. Not too expensive either.“