12 Best Chinese Restaurants in Elmhurst

“9/27/2024: (Update #2)
My favorite spot to get boiled dumplings in Elmhurst! I’m a bit biased - I grew up in this neighborhood, so Lao Bei Fang is very nostalgic to me. When you see the bright red awning, you know you’re at the right spot. The pork and leek boiled dumplings here are very hearty, meaty, and super juicy. They’re thicker-skinned dumplings which are definitely going to leave you full. Came here last week with my husband for a fast, casual experience with cafeteria-style seating and good dumplings. A box will fill you up quick in this no-frills restaurant. Don’t forget to load up on the chili oil, soy sauce, and hot sauce!

2024 pricing-
? $3 for (4) pork & leek fried dumplings
? $6 for (8) pork & leek boiled dumplings

4/29/2021: (Update #1)
Still cash only & we noticed that the prices for the dumplings haven't increased for a couple of years now! My fiance and I ordered the #1 Pork & Leek Fried Dumpling (8 pieces, $4.25), #2 Pork & Leek Boiled Dumplings (8 pieces, $4.25), and #44 Scallion Pancakes w/ Beef ($4.50). Had a pretty mediocre meal at Lao Bei Fang Dumpling House last night though. The fried dumplings were much too charred and dry, compared to the previous times we've had meals here. The scallion pancake was not appetizing at all, being too thick and flavorless. The limp lettuce and the 2 thin beef circles didn't go well together either. At least the Pork & Leek Boiled Dumplings were still good - next time we'll just stick with multiples of that dish!

6/10/2019: (Original Review)
Lao Bei Fang Dumpling House is always a good comfort food stop, if you're in the mood for some delicious greasy foods. My boyfriend and I came here after a day of rock climbing and it really hit the spot. We ordered the #1 Pork & Leek Fried Dumpling (8 pieces, $4.25), #2 Pork & Leek Boiled Dumplings (8 pieces, $4.25), and #28 All-in-one House Special Hand-Pulled Noodle Soup ($8.75). Filling, good portions, and reasonably priced. Street parking could be a bit tricky, but is available (metered and free). Cash only, and they call your number when your order is ready!“

“服務人員親切，用了很足，味道也很夠。推薦啤酒鴨，雞捲，和當歸湯“

“Calling this place “no frills” of pretty on-target, my dinner date walked over to the fridge to grab beverages that we ordered and never came. The tv, which still has it's “energy guide” sticker was playing a mix of YouTube music videos and commercials which seemed perfect for the adolescent guests who outnumbered the adults when we arrived just after 7 on Sunday night.
But that's not why we're here! Momo's and Liang Fen, authentic Nepali style, and a side of gyuma, traditional blood sausage with rice flour.
The Liang Fen are cold wide noodles wrapped around a filling that seems to be tofu. The “dry” version isn't in a broth, but it's hardly dry, it has a super yummy chili sauce that's just the right spicy, and the texture is a little chewy, but not tough. Very good
The blood sausage has the same grainy texture of British blood sausage, but the addition of toasted rice flour gives it a more pillowy texture. Also served in a light sauce with dried red chilies, it lit me up in the most pleasant way.
Then Momos with jhol sauce, fragrant of sesame, garlic, ginger and more chilies, spicy but not too much.
It's probably great as takeaway, but the pageant if interesting locals in and out, and Sabrina Carpenter and Taylor Swift with commercials for streaming services made for an unforgettable meal.“

“Came with my boyfriend whos been here multiple times and said it was delicious, and he wasn’t wrong. We got chicken, squid, chinese sausage, ricecake, shrimp, and beef skewers that were ALL amazing. HIGHLY recommend the spicy powder on any skewer you order. I have low tolerance for spice, but it was just a small kick for a couple seconds. I will be coming here way more often, I found my favorite food spot for late night snacks.“

“I had a vegetarian ramen (with chili oil added since I love chili oil) for only $8 and it was such a wonderfully flavorful, delicious & filling meal!Notes:-I paid with cash (I’m not sure if there are other payment options)-Food court seating area was clean & nice!-Please make sure to tip if you’re able to & support this small business ?“

“Very fresh, authentic Chinese cuisine. Service was good (slow at first), but friendly and attentive. So glad to have a good Chinese restaurant in the neighborhood!“

“There very kind and easy going, only funny complaints is they give me no forks when I order takes out but to be fair I have my own fork and knife but still the gesture would be nice but this was at first but they have gotten better, I would recommend this place 100%“

“Authentic Chinese Restaurant serving roast duck, pork soy sauce chicken etc. Also they have full men written in English. Lunch with over rice dishes is very affordable. There was a line waiting to buy the Chinese roasted meats.

Vegetarian options: Buddha Delight, and various noodle dishes and Chinese Vegetables“

“The lady was really nice the food was great and super cheap ! Just 9 bucks for rice or noodle with 4 side dishes
Enough to feed two people
We really enjoyed it and will come back.
The place is small just one table , but we were lucky enough that we got to sit and eat. But you can always take it to go and sit at a nearby park to eat.“

“We were just in the area looking for somewhere to eat and stumbled across Taste of China. So glad we came here. Tasty food at a reasonable price and we did not have to wait too long even though the red was busy. Several Chinese families eating here which is always a good sign. I’ll be back! Thank you“

“I love it very cheap and delicious! PERFECT if you're starving and want a big cheap lunch.
Most low range Chinese restaurants around the city have almost identical menus and food. This one is no different but is even cheaper than the rest. $10.75 for a quart of lo mein! Perfect for take out. Very filling and perfect for a big lunch.“

“My taste buds are still tingling from our last visit! This was one of the best mouth-watering General Tso's chicken I have ever tasted. The waitress was prompt and polite. Not only that, the place is also well maintained and tidy.

Kid-friendliness: Great place to bring your kids!“