Cantonese Restaurants near Boston, MA

“We are in Boston for a couple of days from England and decided to explore Chinatown. A lovely gentleman recommended Dynasty to us as being one of the best. We arrived at about 11am this morning and had a lovely meal with tea. So pleased we came as it was the highlight of the day for us. Hopefully you get lots of tourists . Thank you“

“Classic Chinatown spot for roast meats. The roast duck and crispy pork over rice were flavorful and came in generous portions. The setup is straightforward—order at the counter where you can see all the meats hanging, then enjoy hearty comfort food that hits the spot. Service is quick and efficient, exactly what you’d expect from a no-frills eatery. The pork is good but duck is a bit greasy.“

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“Authenticity is the name of the game. Having brought two of my friends here for an afternoon lunch, they were stunned by how good the clay pot rice was! For them, it was a new dish. For me, it was nostalgia. The aromas from the pot were addicting, the crispy rice at the bottom and edges were great, and the rice itself was seasoned very well. Although they ordered small sizes, I’d recommend getting a medium if you’re a big eater (but they say it’s for two servings).

Service is as expected: straightforward and quick, yet still slow enough to ask for dietary restrictions or specific changes to a given dish (e.g. I asked for no cilantro). If you know Cantonese, Mandarin, Taishanese, or one of a couple other dialects, it’ll help you for sure. Otherwise, don’t worry too much about it if you feel pressured to order fast.

The lunch atmosphere was very hustle and bustle; I can only imagine what it’d be like by dinner time. Besides that, seating is limited and the room is quite tight so you might be asked to share a table if you have an odd number of people.

Lastly, is the food-to-dollar ratio worth it? Kinda. If you’re not a big eater and don’t eat this often, then yes. If you are and do, then no. But if you want a taste of home *and* to share that experience with your friends, this is a prime place to visit.“

“A Chinatown staple and my current favorite restaurant and bakery close to the Chinatown gate. Their bakery churns out the most creative and delicious baked goods in Chinatown like variations of the pineapple bun with coconut or cha siu and so many mooncakes. Credit card limit is low ($10?) and easy to hit. The dim sum is fresh and top notch. The aunties behind the counter are so kind and attentive.“

“This restaurant is amazing. Exceptional service, food, and atmosphere. Great architecture and historic design.“

“food is pretty good, not outstanding but it’s SO worth it for the price. dim sum in boston can be expensive, but at hei la moon it’s not !! the restaurant also gives a classic chinese banquet hall vibe, with the satin tablecloths and chairs. definitely a great spot to fix your dim sum cravings!!“

“It was my first time trying this location. I was introduced to it by the one in Quincy, but it seems the Brookline branch has more dishes. The staff in Quincy mentioned that the Brookline one is currently fine-tuning and updating their menu, so I’d love to come back and try it again next time.“

“This hole in the wall is not pretty Inside,but they do have Cantonese/Hong Kong Style food. They are Cash only. We got the curry sauce pork on spaghetti and Beef stew & wonton soup. The service was decent. Don't have have expectations for service at any Asian places. Our food came fast, but getting our bill took time. They got pretty busy. The wontons tasted homemade and the broth was very rich in flavor. The curry sauce was thick and tasty. The pork was perfectly cooked. Overall, a good experience“

“saw this restaurant and it's james beard nominee chef on phantom gourmet, so when i drove up from the Cape to see my Uncle we decided to check it out… i grew up in the neighborhood so was neat to see the old hood! this place used to be a bakery, and has been transformed into a hip counter service option for breakfast/lunch, etc....sparkling clean, friendly counterperson, was my first impression...there is a nice window facing counter with stools to sit at and enjoy your selections...we both ordered the fish congee and i got the rice noodles with hoisin sauce and my uncle ordered the rice noodles with curry fish balls, and we ordered green tea...all the dishes were so yummy! i'm talking deliciousness every bite. i worked in chinatown for 17 years so im familiar with most of the dishes, its a good varied menu of the staples and the unexpected ...the congee was an appetizing and creative presentation with nuts and different colorful toppings for added flavor and esthetics ...had such a delicate fish flavor....we plan to return soon...want to try the french toast and also the rice with salt and pepper chicken...the bao selections look tempting as well! busy area but we found hancock street parking and saw spots on Billings Rd as well...highly recommend.“

“Went here for the first time today. My friend & I arrived in time to enjoy the lunch specials. The food came out hot and was very tasty. I’m very picky with my Chinese food and this place is very good. We will definitely be returning. Our waitress was very friendly & attentive. The servings are very generous. I was able to bring home enough food to have another meal“

“Came here for late night meal after long shift and they’re about to close too. They didn’t rush me to order and to eat too. I ordered Wonton noodle and it tasted good. Noodle was al dente, wontons are succulent, but the broth is a bit bland. Definitely a place to go if you crave Cantonese style Chinese food.“

“We all thoroughly enjoyed our Hot Pot Buffet. Great value for high quality ingredients that were very fresh. We tried several choices not typically found at other restaurants. Our fantastic wait staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and highly efficient. We recommend Fairy Cafe and will definitely be back.“

“China Chopsticks has been a favorite of mine since 2001. I moved out of the area but still visit the establishment when I can and the food, quality and service has remained stella. \n\nThe General Gau's Chicken and Singapore Rice Noodles are just a couple of my favorites; however, everything I have tried is delicious. Great affordable prices too!\n\nI recently started working in Quincy again and I am excited that I will be able to enjoy their fine cuisine more regularly.“

“Updating my previous review after we visited Liyin again a few more time. The food has much improved. The congee is tasty, much better than before. The beef chow fung noodle has a great texture and flavor. Their in house hot chili oil is a great complement to the beef noodles. The shrimp rice roll is our favorite rice roll. It has scallions inside which enhances the flavor. We tried the hot milk tea and it's very authentic, like the ones in Hong Kong, and you can order it with desired sweetness level.

The staff is friendly, efficient, accommodating and able to speak Cantonese. I appreciate and enjoy that as part of the whole dining experience. Liyin is a great addition to the neighborhood.“

“While searching for a good Chinese restaurant nearby, we came across Westwood Jade in Westwood, MA, and it did not disappoint! The food, prices, and service were all excellent. The pork fried rice was perfectly cooked, soft with no hard grains; chicken wings were tender and flavorful; ribs were just right—not chewy or hard; and the chicken lo mein was saucy, loaded with chicken, and not overly sweet. The crab rangoons were crispy, warm, and had the perfect filling.

They even included all the essentials—plates, utensils, napkins, sauces, fortune cookies, and hot sauce. Everything was spot on. 10/10 experience — thank you, and God bless!“

“Came here with my family and honestly everything was great. We got the eel clay pot rice, salty & spicy squid, and a couple other Cantonese dishes — all came out quick, hot, and packed with flavor.

Service was friendly and the food tasted fresh. Not sure what some of the bad reviews are talking about, but our experience was awesome. Definitely coming back — this spot deserves more love“

“Updating my review:

Came back to my favorite Chinese restaurant. We ordered our usuals: West Lake beef soup, bok choy, and Yang Chow fried rice. But this time, we tried the sizzling steak with black pepper sauce. The steak was super tender, but the sauce was bland. We also ordered the double-cooked pork. This was good but not what I expected. It wasn't made of pork belly and scallions. The sauce was bland and it was not spicy and mostly cabbage. The prices had gone up, and the portions seemed smaller, although the service remains good.

Joyful Garden Chinese restaurant is indeed joyful! We were seated quickly with a pot of tea. Service was friendly, and food came out rather promptly. We started with West Lake beef soup and it was amazing! Light and delicious, I must say it’s my favorite soup.
Then, we shared an order of salt and pepper shrimp and calamari, bok choy, and Yang chow fried rice; everything was delicious! But the highlight was the pan-fried flounder; I just couldn’t get enough of it, just quite pricey for $40.95 market price. Plenty of parking and a much better option than going to Boston. I can’t wait to go back!“

“We came for the 10am Saturday dim sum. Got seated right away, but by the time we finished around 11am the place was packed. Everything was delicious and matched our expectation of a no frills dim sum experience. In addition to the typical dim sum dishes they also had some fancy options like the red rice shrimp rolls which was delicious and taste like rice roll, fried shrimp and youtiao in one perfect bite.“

“Craving dim sum that hits all the traditional notes without breaking the bank? This is your spot. From perfectly steamed dumplings to crispy spring rolls, every bite brings classic flavors done right. The portions are generous, the quality is solid, and the prices are hard to beat. A go-to for a comforting, authentic dim sum fix.“

“What a cool Asian restaurant, service is top notch and the food is stellar, the crab rangoons are next level, my personal new favorite rice is the Kimchi beef rice at this place! Can't wait to go back and try a few other things, also when you have leftover to go items they put it in a real nice tote bag with napkins and plastic ware. Just a really cool place... try it!!!“

“Always consistently great food, DJ playing great music on a Friday night, and owner Judy Chen rocks!“