50 Best Chinese Restaurants near Swampscott

“Very pleased with the service professionalism and kindness of the staff of Gourmet Gardens in Swampscott MA. The food is very delicious and bountiful too!!“

“Went there for a corporate holiday gathering. The staff were terrific and it was such a fun, interesting chance to learn, laugh and connect with colleagues. Staff are so attentive, kind and patient. A wonderful place!“

“I came here with a group of 6 so we got to try a good number of dishes.

My favorites were the hot and sour soup (good flavor, lots of tasty fillings, and the small size could easily feed all of us), the beef chow fun (great wok hei and textures, though the beef seemed potentially undercooked), and the spicy dry fried calamari (perfectly crispy and chewy and savory and spicy).

The seafood with crispy noodles was also good. I thought most of the seafood I tried was good, but the scallops were not that great as they felt overcooked. I also didn't like that the sizzling fish had skin on it, but that's just a me thing.

Overall it's a good option for a big group, and I'd come back for the three items I enjoyed the most -- they were executed well.“

“Great new place in Malden!! Authentic flavors and very high quality ingredients. The meat especially was of really good quality- We got the beef tendon special which was a hit (VERY tender) and some other specials that were recommended. Moderate spicy was a little too hot for me so I will probably do Less spicy next time. It wasn’t a bad spicy though, the spice came from the fresh peppers and was tasty. Service was great, atmosphere was pleasant. Will def be coming back!“

“Pleasantly surprised! The place was actually quite busy on a Friday afternoon. First caveat.. if you do not like lamb do not go here. There was a distinct lamb smell in the air because...lamb is really their specialty! We tried a few things.. beef and lamb, and by far the lamb was better. The noodles were the highlight, great texture and unlimited length! My comment makes it kind of funny that the noodles were harder to eat in my stir fry because it was one big noodle. Funny problem to have. Anyways I'll be back to try more stuff!“

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“excellent! piping hot and delicious, authentic“

“Great food,we always order to go. I highly recommend Tung!s. Taste. Food is always fresh,delicious and service is great“

“We had a great meal at Fuchun Ju and would definitely recommend it if you’re looking for excellent Chinese food in Boston.

We tried several varieties of soup dumplings, the scallion pancakes, and the Peking duck. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. The standout for us was the scallion pancakes—they were wonderfully flaky, crisp on the outside, and absolutely delicious. The Peking duck was also excellent, and we really enjoyed the smaller soup dumplings.

The only dish that wasn’t a favorite was the large pork and crab soup dumpling. It was very well made, but the crab flavor was stronger than we expected and overpowered the pork for our taste. If you enjoy a pronounced crab flavor, you may love it.

One tip: the large soup dumplings take about 25 minutes to prepare, so be sure to order them as soon as you sit down if you plan to try them.

The restaurant is located in a nice area that’s easy to find, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. Overall, we had a very enjoyable dining experience and would happily return to try more of the menu.“

“I love eating there. Dim sum and dinner menu .“

“the downside is the delivery charges cost $7 so I can't order regularly too expensive“

“You literally get a days worth of food for five dollars. it’s takeout only and I suggest you bring a bag. The food is a lot better than a lot of Chinese restaurants. Great service too. Closed on Sunday. Staff don’t speak English and are not very friendly. Just tell them what you want give them cash and leave.“

“Great service and amazing food. We will be back.“

“Love the place, especially Kevin, the bartender. Good service, friendly atmosphere, this is where we celebrate friends birthdays and other celebrations“

“It is a gem in Boston Chinatown serving the Hong Kong favorites. 香滿園是波士頓唐人街的香港美食必到之處，家庭式，鮮食材，唔好走寶！“

“I haven't sorceress from this place in years and I see over the years it has changed from Billy TSEs to Billy Cs. I ordered delivery and when the driver got here, he immediately asked for a tip, before trying to give me my foodm first of all that is BEYOND RUDE. You dont know if I tipped on card or if I did have cash for you, but just EXPECTING it. No you dont get a tip in my eyes, that is not OK. If you're delivering and all you are expecting is a tip every time, I feel bad because not everyone tips.“

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“China River is one of those low-key gems that never disappoints. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and hits every time—whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and everything tastes like it was made with care instead of rushed out.

The staff is friendly and efficient, and the overall vibe is calm and comfortable. It’s the kind of spot you keep coming back to because you know exactly what you’re getting: quality, consistency, and real comfort food energy.

If you’re in Beverly and craving solid Chinese food that actually delivers, this place is a safe bet every single time.“

“We had a great experience at Clay Pot Cafe ! Everything we ordered really hit the spot.
The curry fish balls were flavorful and had just the right amount of spice definitely a must order. The chicken sausage clay pot was delicious, with perfectly cooked rice and rich, savory flavors that really brought the dish together.
The fish congee was a huge hit with the kids they absolutely loved it! It was comforting, fresh, and full of flavor.
Overall, a fantastic meal for the whole family. We’ll definitely be coming back!“

“This is the place to go! The food is incredibly authentic, and the service is wonderful. A quick warning, though: the portions are huge and definitely meant for sharing! We ordered two plates for two people and didn't even come close to finishing. The restaurant is small, but the moment you walk in, you just know you're about to get the best Taiwanese food. The chefs are super friendly, too. 10/10! Bonus: the hot tea is free. Pro tip: make sure to order some extra rice!“

“Always quality food, and top notch friendly service. I will always highly recommend Su Changs, as a great dining experience.“

“Great spot amazing food and great owner. I personally love the summer shrimp.“

“Just want to give a shout out to Osaka Lucky Garden. They were very accommodating and patient with my nana in a wheelchair ♿️ (Even when we came through the wrong entrance for that, when the rear has handicap access and parking). Also with my child that got impatient towards the end. They even helped with having my grandmother navigate through the back entrance once we were done with our meal. Big kudos!!“

“I love coming here. I used to live across the street. The food is still amazing The portions are more than enough you’ll have leftovers The owners are very sweet respectful always attentive to your needs always checking if everything is OK. The food is fresh hot Definitely visit every time in town.“

“BEST CHINESE FOOD WITHIN 50 MILES. 5 stars without a doubt. The food is always amazing. Ask for extra duck sauce.
Only issue with the place and believe me you'll learned to ignore them because of how good the food is, sometimes when they say 20 minutes for pick up its more like 45 minutes but that's fine. Their prices seem to be on par with other Chinese food places in the area, in my opinion all Chinese food is over priced but hey can't fault them for wanting to make money. Their food is well worth the price. we spend about $65 every time we go. It's enough food to make 2 adults uncomfortably full with enough left overs to do it again the next day. It's just as good reheated.“

“LOVE Honga! We've been going there for at least 10 years and it never disappoints. We just finished our latest take out order and my husband and I said the same thing we always say - So Good! The people that work there (own?) are super nice too.“

“This is one of my top restaurants during my trip to Boston. Their teas were so refreshing and come with a clay pot on top. As for the toast, it had a golden crispy outside with a gooey condensed milk custard inside. 10/10. The meals were large and filling, and this was the juciest chicken leg.“

“Tried it for the first time today. I really enjoyed the Hot Sour hand pulled noodle soup. I got extra noodles and medium spice. I will definitely be ordering again. The broth was packed with flavor, it all arrived hot and well packed. Give it a try.“

“Excellent food. Friendly service. Warm atmosphere.“

“Ordered the food to-go and was very happy with the food! Ordered sweet and sour pork, fried prawns, fried rice, and lo mein. The meet was cooked perfectly, food was packaged carefully, and the delivery was early. The food perfectly hits the spot when craving American-Chinese food :)“

“It’s exactly as you expect. Quick, flavorful & at a good price in a hole in the wall environment. Recommend the tomato based broth with sirloin. The bbq tripe skewer was great in flavor & crunchy texture. The bbq sausage felt like it was missing a flavor (maybe ginger or just cooking it longer to char/carmelize?) to complete it. The wife also says the tofu skin is wonderful.“

“Delicious food and good service here .“

“Treat you like family Food is amazing“

“They gave me 6-7 bowls of rice and gave me some really good 41 general tso chicken. And then the Chinese uncle in the back gave me a LOWWWWW taper fade after giving me my order, which was great! Also the tra la le lo tra la la shark with blue shoes attacked me, but the Asian uncle in the back the kitchen protected me with his magical wok hay!! The employees treat me very well and the food is very good for its price! And the food comes with a barbadillo crocodillo with 6’7 boba tea milk shake. I had a very good time here! I would give this place 5/5 stars review because of the magical Asian uncle that uses his ladle to fight his enemies away from the Asian Dynasty! P.S. 674121“

“I like it here. Nothing special but the place serves good food, good portions, and at a good price. Checks the three big boxes for me“

“Honestly, I love this place when it first opened! My friend and I became obsessed with the dumplings and literally joked about how we dreamed of them once a month for our shared double date night. Recently, we went back for our monthly date night and the menu has totally changed. Don’t get me wrong, it’s still very good. But I beg of you to please bring back the dumplings!“

“Great place,food and service. Owner Kevin and staff makes you feel like family“

“Excellent Food!!!! Loved the Chicken Chow Mein. It was packed with fresh white chicken and veggies were perfectly cooked. The Pork Fried Rice was super fresh and had big pieces of fresh pork. The egg roll was huge and not greasy. Delicious!!!!!“

“The vegetable fried rice is the best fried rice I have EVER tasted. Life changing. The service was fast, and the portion sizes were hearty. It was also super inexpensive for being in the city, and honestly cheap in general. Highly recommend“

“I always order out for my family the food is delicious especially there house special fried rice that is so flavorful and bbq spareribs isn’t to sweet it’s just right there is always an abundance of food. Best Chinese food I’ve tasted in lynn. Chicken wings are in some type of breading not like the other places were you can see the hairs on the chicken.I’ve been loyal and stick to this spot as I’ve tried others and food doesn’t compare . Owner is so sweet and it’s family owned they work very hard !!!“

“Fast, friendly service. Great selection. No pressure or rush. Very relaxing. Good flavors.“

“The meals they serve are fresh and tasty, the service they provide are excellent. A lot of seafood. Again, they always have delicious food. I have a wonderful experience everytime l go over there.“

“We only went to the bakery side to get some pastries for takeaway for the kids to sample. I loved the selection of moon cakes on offer, but the star of the show were the egg tarts, which were by far the most delicate and buttery ones I've ever tasted. I found the staff to be quite pleasant and very patient with the kids as they made their decisions. It is cash only.“

“To start.. this is coming a family of out of towners from Arizona. So we are driving around town on our last day in our rental car to kill time before our flight departs home. Our fantastic New England experience was coming down to just hours left. Our teenage son craved Chinese food. Not knowing what to expect and based solely on google reviews we chose this one. Of course where am I going to park. That seems to be a topic of interest around here. A small walk away there’s a nearby park I thought we could end up. But fortunately for us, we found free 2 hour curb parking w/ a 5 min walk away. It just got better from there. Nice lil place with windows facing the T train thingy running back and forth which we thought was pretty cool. Greeted right way no waiting. I guess to go orders is what every body does around here cause the phone was busy the dining area was not. They bring “Complementary” hot tea to our table? I hadn’t seen that in many years! Great lunch menu so affordable and the portions?! My goodness. I’m thinking we aren’t bringing it on the plane so eat all that you can!“

“The food here is good and for a good price. - Some of the negative review is funny as hell - like the one on yep by
Anna-Marie J who gave this place a one star. - she very nutty in the head. - oh my Grubhub driver won't enter my house and leave the food on the table cause i was showering so i left a negative review. While telling the whole world that they shower and leave there front door unlocked .“

“They're very nice & I enjoy their food. It's in a mall food-court which is kept clean by staff & hopefully good behavior of customers, so lower your expectations. They control only themselves & their food.

Kid-friendliness: It's a mall.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes. It's a mall in the USA.“

“We had the pleasure of savoring a delightful dinner experience at Gaga (嘉嘉) Seafood Restaurant nestled within Boston's vibrant Chinatown. Our culinary choices led us to two exquisite dishes: the "Braised Clayton Mutton with Radish" and the Salt and Pepper Squid. The mutton dish, thoughtfully seasoned to perfection, struck an impeccable balance that pleased the palate without overwhelming it with saltiness. The radish, expertly prepared, offered a delightful crunchiness while exuding a pleasing infusion of flavors. The Salt and Pepper Squid, undoubtedly a highlight of the meal, showcased remarkable freshness and a meticulous level of cooking that maintained its tenderness and flavor profile. The squid arrived neither undercooked nor overdone, a testament to the chef's skill in the kitchen. Furthermore, the affordability of the menu pleasantly surprised us, as the prices were notably reasonable given the outstanding quality of the dishes. Adding to the positive experience was the restaurant staff, who were not only efficient but also notably courteous, enhancing the overall dining atmosphere. Should you find yourself in Boston Chinatown, Gaga Seafood Restaurant is undoubtedly a gem worth discovering, offering an amalgamation of exquisite flavors, reasonable pricing, and exceptional service.“

“I know every Chinese restaurant was mobbed yesterday on NYE 12/31/25. On Tuesday 1/30 I placed a phone ordered with Hong Kong Cafe II in Peabody for a 530 pm pickup on NYE. I got there early and the place was mobbed. They called out peoples names as orders where ready. After 30-40 mins of waiting, we determined my phone order was lost, so they took my order on the spot, and prepared it, which was ready in about 10 mins. The food was piping hot and absolutely delicious when I got home. I called the restaurant to compliment them today 1/1/26.“

“Yo if you ever crave some good ol' affordable fast Chinese food, this is the most legit spot I've found in the Salem area! For the price, they give you large portions that are all fresh and made to order. All of the flavors are present and wayyy better than what you would get from places like panda express. If you're in the area, skip the chains and support these local shops that really know their way around a wok. Seriously, you get better food and better deals especially if you get a combo plate. Bless!“

“A true East Boston gem. When you order from this place, you are getting that affordable, classic American-Chinese food to perfection (it took me right back to my childhood). I also love that there is no delivery app. It was weird after only using delivery apps for the past 5-10 years, but it's worth it to know that the restaurant is employing a driver full-time and all of the money is going to their operation instead of to some soulless mega corporation. Highly recommend.“