43 Best Chinese Restaurants near Sylvan Lake

“China Express is hands down one of the best spots around! The service is always fast, friendly, and welcoming—you can tell they really care about their customers. The food is consistently fresh, hot, and full of flavor. Every dish tastes like it’s made with care, and the portions are generous for the price.“

“I received an order via Uber Eats. The food was wonderful! What made my order more appealing was the fact that I ordered the Butter Cake which included a Carmel sauce and Vanilla Bean ice cream and someone in the kitchen made sure to put the ice cream in a container which they placed in a bag of ice. Everything was perfect!“

“We had dinner on Sunday and Ethan was our waiter. He was very welcoming, attentive, and went above and beyond. Our food was delicious and we had a great time. Thanks!“

“Found this restaurant on google yesterday. I wanted to try something different and noticed that it was close to where I live and had better reviews than the other Chinese food place I’d been accustomed to going to. That in itself was a plus for me!
I placed my order online:
Sweet and sour chicken, my girls favorite dish…
Broccoli chicken, my husband’s favorite…
And
Pepper chicken for myself. I had never heard of it but was genuinely curious because I love pepper steak.
Everything was delicious! The fried chicken rice was fluffy and seasoned well. The sweet and sour sauce was tasty and had a good, thick consistency. The pepper chicken could’ve had more of the bean sauce on it for me so next time I’ll ask for extra. The peppers and broccoli were tender and the chicken in all of the plates was really good. My 11 year old daughter said to tell you “we’d give 100 stars if we could” and she’s my picky eater lol
Customer service was excellent, the young man even held the door open for me! Definitely going again!!!“

“My husband, daughter and I stopped in for the first time tonight and the food, staff, and atmosphere was amazing. Even my picky 8 year old loved it and tried everything! We will be back very soon! This is our new favorite spot👍“

“Top notch Food, very authentic Chinese food. The staff is the best, food service is fast and delicious. 3 dining rooms and can host larger gatherings. The bar service is well stocked Chinese and American beverages. Atmosphere is relaxing and not loud when busy. This restaurant design is relaxing.
Thx for a wonderful time and mouth-watering dinner.“

“Best Chinese food in metro-Detroit, hands down! Nothing frozen, all fresh..they hand bread the chicken and it is fried to absolute golden brown perfection! The general Tao’s sauce is the best I’ve ever had. Egg rolls are light and crisp. Happy you is amazing consistent, I’ve been a customer for 10+ years and I’ve never been disappointed. They are also extremely friendly, portions are big and the prices are very reasonable! A+++“

“One of my favorite Chinese restaurants in the area. Quick for pick up meals and friendly staff. Usually the chicken and rice are perfectly cooked, moist, and delicious. I've tried a few other dishes that have all been good too. Would definitely recommend.“

“I’ve been here a few times as it’s consistently tasty each time. While the menu focuses on noodle variations it offers other tasty treats. Watching the noodles crafted by hand is quite entertaining. It’s made in a similar way that pizza is made, instead of spinning dough into a saucer, here they perform fancy jump rope techniques into thin tasty noodles cooked in seconds. Adorned with various proteins, veggies, & spice levels there’s bound to be something you like. I find these flavors to border the authentic side vs. Panda express. Aside from the great eats I like the fact that there’s a ev charger in the parking lot (not free though).“

“Food is very good! Egg rolls are not greasy like many other restaurants. First time for us, we’ll definitely be back!“

“Moved to Pontiac and this is just down the street from me. Ordered General Tso chicken and for $11 I got like 2 lbs. in a big white Styrofoam box (packed) They do NOT skimp on the portions and the Pork fried rice was amazing and the Egg drop soup was also good. I have their menu on my refrigerator and plan on ordering almost everything on the menu before the year is out.“

“I have enjoyed eating there for many years and would recommend it to all my friends. I hope they open for inside dinning soon.“

“The food was average, but the egg roll was delicious! One thing I really liked about this place is that you can see the kitchen while they’re cooking — everything looks clean and organized. The bathroom was also very clean. Overall, not the best food, but the place itself is nice and well-kept.“

“The sweet and sour chicken is not what it used to be. The sauce was vinegary. There were no green peppers or pineapple. The plum sauce for the egg roll was the same.“

“First time here and it was very good. Being a native metro Detroiter I recall the days of fabulous almond boneless chicken (ABC) from one particular restaurant. 30+ years later, I’m still searching for that taste. This place is pretty darn close. The lunch combo portion was huge, more than enough for two very generous servings. In fact when I picked up the order the bag was so heavy I checked inside to be sure I had gotten the right order. The chicken was tender and breading crisp despite my not eating it for 45 minutes after picking it up. The gravy is the a bit salty neon yellow I recall. The fried rice with a few bean sprouts mixed in was equally good. I did not care for the eggroll, but its importance was marginal. The place is primarily carryout, although they have a few tables where you can sit and enjoy your food. My order was ready promptly. So if you’re one of those metro Detroiters looking to satisfy“

“Be careful when ordering online. They automatically tip themselves. (I always tip cash) They got double tip on a carry out. Food was okay. Not like when previous owners had it.“

“The only place around here to order sushi from. It's kind of a shame they don't have a dining room, but I'm happy to take all of their food home and plate it up myself. Absolutely delicious, fresh, and they are fast when you order online.“

“Food is fresh and good. Credit card fee takes the joy away. Bring cash.“

“Delicious yummy 🤤 ! It was very nice atmosphere!“

“I can’t speak to in-house service or atmosphere. But we’ve been getting the same exact takeout (chicken subgum chop suey) here for years, so it’s easy to compare. It was good for awhile, then really went way down in quality. But now for the last 2 orders in 3 months, it has noticeably improved and is excellent! Fresh green crisp vegetables and tender chicken- $14/quart which is plenty for two. Not sure if the change is in ownership or chef, but whatever it is, it’s great again!“

“Delicious food, reasonable price, and large portions“

“First time getting food from here. I had Sweet and sour chicken. They gave a large portion with a beautiful presentation. The only complaint I have is the food was very bland. It could have been seasoned better. I will go back for a different selection.“

“Food was fresh and delicious and plentiful. Extras were taken with us to have another whole meal again. I would highly recommend this restaurant.“

“They were pretty slow when I visited. There was no brocolli beef ready though, which is what I wanted. They made a fresh batch for me though in just a few minutes. Not the best Chinese food but okay for a quick lunch. My fortune cookie gave me an underhanded compliment, "You are as beautiful as you are intelligent." thanks?“

“Some of the best kosher Chinese food I've ever had. The general tsao chicken is amazing. Just the right won't of spicy with some crunch. The Szechuan chicken is also a great option of you like spicy and I don't think it has any added sugar (another huge plus for me)

I'd put this place up against the best Chinese kosher places in NY and day.“

“This place is Fantastic,. the Eat in experience is great Sizzling Hot food great tasting food anybody has take out. you need to experience this .“

“Good chow !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“Fantastic food. You must try the dim sum if you go.“

“Solid Chinese food option!!! I got the beef and broccoli “Dinner” that came with fried rice and an Eggroll and it was really good! Great price for the amount of food you get and the owners are so sweet. Definitely worth checking out and supporting good people and good food.“

“I went here when my daughter had a volleyball tournament nearby. I didn’t have very high expectations based on the exterior but The food was much better than I expected and the Service was kind. The atmosphere was a little rundown and not that many customers were there. It seemed like they had more carryout business than in house dining. It was enjoyable.“

“Their food is always delicious. I’ve pretty much ordered half the menu and have never been disappointed! The prices are fair with good portions. Of course they’re halal! & they have gluten free options!! Definitely a must try! & they are clean and friendly as well! 🙂 I would give it 5 stars!“

“Service was fast and all the food was hot and delicious. I was with a party of 4 and everyone at the table enjoyed their food. Our plates had so much food that we all needed Carry out containers. They give you a lot of food for the price. The atmosphere was quiet and a good place to take a date.“

“From Lotus Express, a meal divine,
A symphony of flavors so fine.
In every bite, a story unfolds,
Of ancient traditions, lovingly told.

The noodles danced with savory grace,
A perfect blend, no flavor out of place.
The dumplings, tender, filled with delight,
Each morsel a wonder, each bite a flight.

Sweet and sour, a harmonious play,
Tickling taste buds in a joyous array.
The fried rice, a golden, fragrant treat,
A hearty dish that felt complete.

Spices whispered secrets from afar,
Transporting me to where the great chefs are.
Each dish, a testament to skill and care,
A culinary journey, rich and rare.

Oh, Lotus Express, how you impress,
With each delectable, mouthful caress.
A meal from you is more than just food,
It's an experience, a soul's renewal, a mood.“

“Deliciously food great owners. Love their hospitality love to go there all the time“

“Rating food is somewhat subjective, but I love & at times Crave Chineese food, especially Egg Foo Yung, a friend treated me that dinner & now I'm hooked on this tiny carry out restaurant. Super delicious, very generous potions & Best Priced menu, not to mention pleasant service too. This little place on M-59 is very busy, a needle in a haystack. My opinion, the go to place for egg foo yung, yummy!!“

“This is that hole-in-the-wall Chinese spot your grandpa used to rave about and it still is. Been here since the early 90s for a reason! The sear and smokiness on the fried rice I got was to perfection and it was the old g-ma that cooked it, very legit American Chinese cuisine“

“This place was excellent. We drove 45 minutes looking for authentic 东北 region food, and not only was it exactly what we were looking for, it is among the best Chinese restaurants in the metro Detroit area. The service/staff was also wonderfully friendly. We enjoyed every minute there.“

“Surprisingly good for such a small place. I especially like the hot & sour soup. Seems like every place makes it a little different, some good, others, not so much. Their version is awesome. Also, the pad Thai - very tasty.“

“Delicious Bourbon Chicken 🍴“

“This is our favorite takeout Chinese restaurant in Clarkston. They do a great job at cooking the food as requested (veggies cooked through) and have some gluten-free options. They work with you and will substitute chicken without the breading when requested. We will be ordering from them on Christmas - our tradition.“

“Great food and portions. Very nice lady that runs the place.“

“I’m really glad I tried this place. The sweet and sour chicken is so good! My takeout order was ready promptly and the staff is very friendly. Food is packaged with care and the portions are generous. This will be my go-to spot for Chinese food.“