50 Best Chinese Restaurants near East Elmhurst

“Awesome! Good food, nice price and lightning fast delivery!

All the classics! I take sea scallops with shrimp and broccoli, yellow rice, but whatever.

Just call direct, they know your address after your first order. Faster than a stupid corporate app!“

“Great oyster mushroom and rice rolls“

“authentic! great presentations and great flavors“

“This is a small but great place to grab a quick bite. Their curry fish balls and rice noodles are delicious and fairly cheap. There aren’t many places to sit, but if you manage to snag a spot, it’s best to eat everything while fresh. I’ve been here a few times now and am always looking forward to the next time!“

“The Qianlong Shansi in this restaurant is amazing! The dishes are delicious in color, flavor, and you can feel the strong traditional flavor in every bite, especially the unique seasoning, which makes people want to stop. Whether it is a family dinner or a gathering of friends, it is an excellent choice and highly recommended to everyone!“

“The atmosphere is very warm and welcoming. The women sitting at the front is very friendly and welcoming as well. As soon as we sat down they handed us our menus and gave us time to decide what we wanted to eat and drink. I give them 5 stars !!“

“Pleasantly surprised to find this authentic spot full of amazing flavors in the middle of our Williamsburg day trip! Walked in for lunch, we got lucky to get in before a big party, but either way their service is great- I asked for recommendation and I was not disappointment. I only wish I had more mouths to feed at my table so I could have ordered everything to try. I thoroughly enjoyed the “husband and wife special” chilled beef and tripe in chili oil and peanut bits, and the sautéed green beans. I believe if you get the lunch special for the dishes you’d get a side white rice, which is much needed to mix with all the delicious sauces! I also ordered the dan dan noodles which were also very delicious. They have quite many options in their menu and all seems really great to eventually try. If you enjoy sichuan flavors this is your spot!“

“This was my second time here and we had a bunch of things! The standouts for this place was the crab roe Tofu, the summer max (cocktail), the pea shoots, fatty beef in sour soup, the feihong spicy shrimp, and the fish blossom(sweet and sour). This place is definitely a must visit and will definitely come again.“

“Hands down probably the best Chinese food in the city. I could eat here everyday.“

“Very authentic Chinese food, especially the stinky tofu and soup that we tried! The waiters were very attentive and friendly. They also offered Tsing Dao beer, which was a treat as it's a local Asian beer! The stinky tofu was extremely well made and tasted great (although, smell not so much).

Outdoor seating is also available at this location, if you happen to bring your pet!“

“This small cafeteria is nestled in Manhattan's Chinatown, serving up some of the most authentic Chinese food I have eaten anywhere in the city, let alone out of the country. The portion sizes, as can be attested by the spicy chicken curry with hand-pulled noodles and grilled pepper chicken served with rice, are huge. Flavor profiles have that perfect mix of Chinese and Indian spices, like home-cooked meals. Prices are very reasonable, considering the portion sizes. Although small and usually crowded, the line goes quickly.“

“Not a bad choice of you are in the mood for something different. Overall the food is good the portions are generous. Service is ok, great place to take pictures. They peking duck was good they slice it for you tableside. The caviar wasn't good with the toast, there's no taste. Didn't order liver, it's every tough and not silky. The lamb was good, everything that's spicy we order aren't spicy. Even the chilli oil was not spicy. The fish we order was very fresh. Beef was tender. Would recommend but probably would go back because the flavor isn't my thing. That's just me. The cooking time for the food was controlled very well. It just wasn't my thing.“

“Ate there yesterday for the first time. What a find! The food is excellent, staff is wonderful, pricing is great. I loved how clean everything was. Enjoy!“

“Chicken, duck, pork, rice and cabbage—oh my. Super tasty. Out does everyone in the zip code. No exaggeration.“

“Got the Beef Noodle Soup, medium spicy, with fish ball toppings. The meat was perfectly tender, very easy to chew and the soup was also the right heat level, medium was perfect if you enjoy eating ramen. The vibes were great, very open area and lots of space. 10/10 would eat here again!“

“First time trying it and fell in love with. Soup base are flavorful and won’t make you feel thirsty after eating. Staffs are super friendly, price is very reasonable for the amount of food and quality service, love the soft serve ?. Also, restroom is clean and super considerate.“

“We found a new Chinatown favorite here… highly recommend! ❤️“

“A family friendly noodle shop! Besides the tasty dishes, the service is great and friendly. My favorite sweet is brown rice cake! The original noodle is a cheer-up dish after a long day!! Watch out: The portion is HUGE!! Definitely recommend!?“

“Ottimo ristorante di Ramen (giapponese e non quello "tarocco" o fatto con quello istantaneo del supermercato) che offre anche una fantastica selezione di ravioli. Prezzi tutto sommato accettabili per la media della città e acqua gratuita. Posto piccolo, accogliente, staff cordiale e velocissimo. Porzioni corpose quindi ordinate con cautela o non riuscirete a finire tutto.“

“Came for dinner with a group of Chinese friends. Food is good but not what I would called Sichuan. I can recommend the Sautéed pea shoots, Peking duck w soup, Cucumber salad and the Mapo tofu. I CANNOT recommend the grilled fish, it was terrible.

The decor is honestly bizarre, as my friend put it, a mahjong factory. Service was ok, but dishes were slow to be served.“

“Large quantities and yummy food! We got 2 combos for two for 6 ppl and it was more than enough food. We got the classic spice with bean curd and king oyster mushrooms, chicken wings, and pork belly. We also got the tomato soup with fish and beef with lotus root and wide noodles plus milk custard and spicy noodles. Would come again!“

“Very Delicious Buffet hotpot w many items to pick“

“The prices here are great—very cheap and affordable. However, they don’t accept cash, and the food quality is a bit questionable. I ordered the dumplings, which were quite salty even without soy sauce. The steamed dumplings are 10 for $5, while the fried ones are 7 for $10. Unfortunately, the fried dumplings weren’t crunchy at all. You need a key to access the restroom, and there’s no tip or tax added.“

“We tried the restaurant for the first time. We went on a Friday night and every table was taken and the place was very loud. People kept coming and going the whole time we were there. The food was very good, a bit spicy for me even asking to tone it down, but enjoyable non the less. We would definitely go back.“

“beautiful hidden gem in the city! I’ve had my fair share of mediocre neo-chinese cuisine, but I believe they perfectly bridge the gap between traditional and new creative ideas when it comes to designing their own menu and setting the atmosphere.“

“Generally I give the total five star to this restaurant considering its flavor, service and environment. The steamed pot chicken soup is super good I will definitely choose this every time, on top of that I like sugar cake and highly recommend it. Besides, tomato beef soup, Dai style stir fried beef are also nice to try.“

“"It isn't too spicy for Chinese people, but It is for French people"

The owners are adorable and super friendly, we really had a great time!
The dumplings are delicious, you can ask for the hot sauce on the side so as not to risk having your mouth on fire ?

The price remains a little high, too bad it would have been a perfect score without that¡

@lvs.kid“

“The dumplings are very filling!! I loved the cucumber salad was so crunchy and fresh. The chef choice was nice.

Seaweed salad 9/10
Cucumber salad 10/10
Chef choice dumplings ?
Pork fried sautéed dumplings 10/10
GREEN BEANS 10/10!!

Can’t wait to come back and try the rest!

Service quick and atmosphere relaxing.

Thanks!!“

“Incredible Food. Incredibly attentive and professional staff. Instant favorite.“

“MLW is a classic spot, especially if you're into those famous pork buns (char siu bao) that everyone talks about. The buns are soft, sweet, and packed with flavorful roast pork – definitely a must-try. Besides the buns, they’ve got other dim sum items and pastries like dumplings and egg tarts, and they’re all pretty tasty. It's affordable too, which is why so many locals love it. As for the vibe, it's super casual – don’t expect anything fancy. It’s a bit old-school, with limited seating, so it's perfect if you're just looking for a quick, no-fuss bite.
Overall, if you’re in Chinatown and want something cheap and delicious, Mei Lai Wah is definitely worth checking out. Just go for the pork buns!“

“We came as a party of 11 and they were very accommodating, but I recommend making such a big reservation well in advance.

The food was excellent - the spicy dishes were hot in a flavorful way, and everything tasted delicious and authentic. The service was good, though I think they got confused with our orders because we were such a large group. I highly recommend visiting! ?“

“Panties Soup in Buns are great and authentic. They are using unleavened dough. It still tastes pretty good, even though I personally prefer half unleavened dough. One of the bests I can find on local.

Pork soup dumplings were below my standards. Fillings/meat are not fresh.

Drunken chicken is pretty good. Not too much wine in this dish. It’s beginner friendly.“

“Quite informative! It’s so spicy that I feel quite comfortable! From the service to the dishes to the environment, there is nothing I haven’t mentioned yet!
My wife has a day off today, and our family is here again, which is quite exciting.
But when we left after having enough wine and food, the waiter caught up with us, sir! gentlemen! Please stay...! Your wallet dropped.

It’s worth picking up gold! Thank you little sister!
The food is good! Better character!
Thank you??! !“

“Great quality dining and shopping. Whether dining at one of the great restaurants or shopping to cook at home, you won’t be disappointed.“

“Good snack. Been snacking here for years. They show up most days when not rainy and when the low temperature is above freezing. Price for the most skewers have gone up from $1.25 several years ago to $2.5 now. Takes just several minutes for most orders outside of the busiest days.“

“The hot pot soup base is rich and fragrant, and paired with rich ingredients, every bite will leave you with endless aftertaste. The meat and vegetables are very fresh and taste tender after being rinsed. It's like enjoying yourself every time you eat here.“

“Tasty food and the service was incredible—we were promptly seated and had our drink orders taken so quickly. The menu is huge (even for a vegetarian), so set aside some time to delve into it. Once we placed orders, our food also all arrived extremely quickly and was really fresh and tasty.“

“The place is heavenly. The decorations, statues, interior design, barista station, and the elegance of the mansion-like restaurant makes me want to return one of these days. I ordered a delicious bowl of Teriyaki Chicken, and my body felt healthy with the dose of sesame. I requested a complementary side of Teriyaki Sauce with that order. When I rechecked the menu, I missed a dish I overlooked. My gut then should have told me to get the Mongolian Beef, one of the most prized Chinese cuisines of all time. Even the waiter who professionally served me recommended it. Nonetheless, I want to invite my party of fabulously dressed friends here. We have been exploring many restaurants, and this one is very, very elegant. It is time to return one of these days for the Mongolian Beef.

Vegetarian options: One of the salads, Buddha’s Delight, is a dish I recommend. Highly nutritious and delicious. Many desserts, soups and salads have customizable ingredients vegans can see before placing an order.

Kid-friendliness: On my visit, there was a modest family, a single mother family, who happily visited the restaurant and dined there. So yes, it is family-friendly.“

“A very fun and entertaining meal. Everything was really good - my favorites were the broad chili noodle and mushroom Peking duck. They really like to add a bit of flair with their meal presentation. I do wish that you could eat the mapo tofu rice after it's set on fire - who doesn't love crispy rice? I guess they use some sort of accelerant that makes it inedible.

We overordered because the entire menu sounds really good - the leftovers heated up well. The staff was really attentive and helpful.“

“Great atmosphere. Great ambiance.“

“Great food and good value“

“enjoyable and great food“

“I recently dined at New Chinatown Restaurant and Bar, and it was an exceptional experience. The fusion of Chinese and Thai flavors is both innovative and delicious. The menu offers a fantastic variety of dishes, and everything we tried was fresh and perfectly seasoned. The ambiance is inviting, with a modern twist on classic decor, making it a great spot for both casual meals and special occasions. The staff was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall great atmosphere. I highly recommend New Chinatown for anyone looking to enjoy high-quality Asian fusion cuisine in a welcoming environment.“

“WOW!!! This was my most favorite restaurant from the time in which I lived in NYC. If you don't mind the sketchy scavenger hunt it'll take to find this place, it is ABSOLUTELY worth a visit.

When I found out how cheap their dumplings were, I knew I had to find the gusto to give this place a try. I eventually found the abandoned (and as an "urban explorer" of abandoned buildings, I do mean ABANDONED) shopping mall in which this place is located. A few sketchy characters stood by the entry door, which reeked of urine. Still, once I was inside it was game on, and into the basement I went. After a few twists and turns I found this place, where a handful of people were already busy eating.

I ordered two plates of dumplings and was so stuffed I could hardly walk. Their steamed dumplings and bao were both delicious, and I could see them being freshly made right in front of me.

The steamed dumplings were so good that I spent $30 for 60 frozen dumplings to take to work for lunch for the week! Those did not disappoint, either.

Again, I repeat, I lived in NYC and this was my most favorite restaurant, not to mention cheaper than even the cheapest hot dog cart, too!!! Forget D1n T@i Fung (which I've also been to, btw)--come here and spend ten bucks on a plate of bao and dumplings instead. They'll be just as much cheaper as they are more delicious.“

“I’ve been here twice. The food has been fantastic and authentic both times. Quick service as well. Only complaint is that both times, it has smelled like natural gas in the area we were sitting near the front. They should really get that checked out.“

“Delicious dim sum and pan fried flounder!“

“I’m from China and had been long craving authentic good quality Chinese food. When I was in NYC this summer with my parents and boyfriend, we went to try this place out, and that was one of the best meal I had in my life! We tried Beijing duck and skewers as well as some vegetable dishes, everything was so delicious, nicely put together, and other items on the menu also looked authentic and delicious. Will visit this restaurant every time I come to NYC.“

“tried the salty Duck egg fried rice with shrimp and it was full of flavor. must try!“

“It’s great food and a great price. There are so few tables and many customers. The outside isn’t even aesthetically nice for you to take your food to go and eat it outside. If your plan is to buy food and take it to go, this is the right place for you.“

“$4.25 for a small container of thick, chewy rice noodle rolls with fresh, perfectly cooked, shrimp and an egg! Breakfast of Champions! No line when I went around 9am and service was fast and efficient. No chitchat but I wasn't there for small talk ? After I recieved my order, I took a few steps back and just dug in! Yum! Great cheap eats in NYC! ?“