50 Best Chinese Restaurants near Bala Cynwyd

“My family and I 5 generations have enjoyed your food over the years. From my granny (who has now past) my mother, myself, my children, and now their children. The food is always fresh, tasty and having moved down south trips back up North include a 30 - 40 min drive from New Jersey. Love the family, when we come for food we often talk about our children as we are in the same age group and update on the new things. Visiting soon will be making a trip over.“

“My family had a wonderful time here for my son's 11th birthday! He wanted to try out the hibachi experience, so we reserved a hibachi table. There was another family at the table across from us enjoying a meal as well. The food was incredible (though not one of us managed to catch a piece of it in our mouths), my husband said it was the best meal he's had all year. The hibachi room is decorated with murals of video game & cartoon characters like Mario & SpongeBob, which was great because my son is a gamer. We brought a birthday cake in with us, and the other family joined in to sing "Happy Birthday" & shared his cake with us. The service was great. It was an all around wonderful time, & we will definitely be returning!“

“The food was delicious and the service was great. Already looking forward to returning and trying other items on the menu.“

“Always a must stop when staying in Philly! I crave their cold sesame noodles!!! The fried dumplings are excellent as well!!!“

“It is indeed a modern take on Chinese. Good quality and the server handled our large group easily.
I had an issue with a misplaced item, and the staff was exceptionally kind and helpful in solving it. I haven't received this level of concern and help at any restaurant that I can recall.“

“All the rave reviews are true! I visited with a friend from out of town and we had a feast of our favorites. Nearly everything on the menu is vegan, and it was hard to choose! The lunch special is a fantastic value and includes soup and a spring roll. We chose the miso soup, which we agreed is the most flavorful we've ever had. The staff are friendly and really helpful, and the food came out really fast - truly cooked to order. And, as if that weren't enough, the prices are incredibly reasonable. 10/10. I can't wait to go back!“

“We had a few different things off the menu and shared. Everything was amazing. All of the ingredients were fresh, the servers had great recommendations, and the service was prompt. We will definitely be back in the warmer months to enjoy the outdoor seating.“

“When a restaurant goes viral online, there’s a reason why.

I’ve had this place saved for weeks, so I finally called in an order. This location does take out only (no seats to sit) but their spring garden location does dine in.

My order: dry pepper wings, dry wok string beans, pork belly sweet chili oil, Dan Dan noodles, scallion pancakes.

The dry pepper wings were the BEST wings of my entire life. I’ve had Chinese takeout wings a handful of times, but these were seriously life changing. I understand why people rave about them.

The scallion pancakes were also amazing. I feel most places make them too oily and soggy, but this place makes theirs crispy, which I highly appreciated.

The other dishes did not stand out as much but were still delicious.

We paid $60 for 5 dishes and have enough leftovers to last us 2 more meals. They’re very generous with their portions like others mention. I will definitely be returning!!“

“Cindy is very nice to her customers! She loves to greet everyone when they come in to support her business. Yes I recommend this business“

“I want to take a moment to give a huge THANK YOU and shout-out to Meghan, my bartender!

Some people serve drinks, but every once in a while, you meet someone who serves up something even more valuable — genuine kindness, great energy, professionalism, and an experience that makes you feel appreciated. Meghan does exactly that.

From the moment you sit down, she makes you feel welcomed. She is attentive, personable, and knows how to create an atmosphere that keeps you smiling. Her service isn’t just about what she pours into a glass — it’s about the care, conversation, personality, and positive energy she brings to the entire experience.

Meghan, thank you for being Amazing at what you do! Your hard work, patience, and hospitality do not go unnoticed. You are one of those people who can turn an ordinary visit into a memorable one.

So, Meghan
Thank you for your outstanding service, your beautiful spirit, and for simply being YOU!“

“Food and service were awesome“

“Made reservations at 7pm at loch bar for my sister’s birthday. I got there first and since my sister was a few minutes away, the host couldn’t seat me without her. My sister arrived at 7:05pm and the host informed us that it was busy therefore we would have to wait at the bar until there is a table available. I’m not sure what is the point of a reservation, if you won’t be seated right away. The bartender was really nice and welcoming. 20 minutes later, there was an open table. The appetizers were delicious especially the mussels!!!! The caviar and potato skin were sooo good as well. The oysters were fresh & cold just how I like it. I ordered shots of clase azul for my sister’s bday and we decided to do a bump of caviar & a shot of clase azul. It was a great combo! Thank me later.“

“We had a great experience at Kungfu Hotpot in Philadelphia—the ingredients were incredibly fresh. The all-you-can-eat selection and friendly service made it a fun and memorable dining experience that we would definitely recommend.“

“Delicious food. Great service. Clean and delicious !“

“Best bao buns in town I recommend it“

“Enjoying my lunch The atmosphere is beautiful the food delicious the host was amazing and the place was nice and clean a place where you go and enjoy your company the food and don’t forget the cold beverages the strawberry lemonade is unbelievable“

“Today was our first time here and we will definitely be back! It’s a nice aesthetic and the staff was very welcoming! We started off with the cucumber salad and the minced chicken lettuce both were delicious and flavorful. The cucumber salad had the perfect amount of heat. They brought out complimentary edamame which had a unique flavor, maybe anise, very good. For our entrees we had chicken lo mein and kung pao chicken. The kung pao was absolutely delicious. Very generous portions we were very full! The meal ended with complimentary fruit. Our server was so nice and friendly!“

“Great Food and amazing drinks“

“Great food with great service and the atmosphere was a Vibe....will be back soon.“

“Great Food and amazing drinks“

“Friendly, attentive, knowledgeable staff. Great fresh vegetarian options with delicious tomato broth. Good vibes and music. Clean bathrooms.“

“I love the lemon grass soup w/the scallops & shrimp & rice noodles. It’s actually the only thing I have been getting there for the past 2 years. Yesterday the scallops were HUGE & whole...they’re usually broken, small ones!“

“I wanted to try some authentic Sichuan food in Philly and I have become a huge fan of this restaurant.

I decided to dine-in and was greeted by the nice host. He gave a recommendation for their Zhong Dumplings (pork) as an appetizer and it looked good so I definitely wanted to see how they came out. They have a spice level system when ordering so I wanted to try my dishes at the 2nd tier since they have a top tier at Cheng-du level and I'll see if I can try that level next time. I wanted to try something I haven't seen on many menus and got an order of their Cumin Beef.

They use a QR code and ordering though the cellphone. It has some technical issue and it didn't take away from the helpful host placing my order.

The cumin beef arrived first and was very pleasing to see with the dried chillies and the veggies like celery and onion that looked amazing and not like some places that just put them in after they have been overcooked. The dish was very flavorful with a good kick and the beef was very tender and not dried out. The portions were worth it for the price and I enjoyed the meal.

I got the zhong dumplings and they looked like they were freshly made. They had a large size and decent amount of filling in a sweet and spicy sauce that is not like a too vinger heavy or too thick like some sweet and sour sauces. The dumpling wrapper had a good bite to them and I was satisfied with this recommendation.

I was full and happy after my meal and still had enough leftover cumin beef to take home. I will definitely recommend this to my coworkers in North Carolina when they visit our Philly site and I will be looking at other recommendations from the staff. It is also great that they have a BYOB so I would recommend taking a group of friends to order they combo sets while enjoying your wine or beers.“

“We were on our way to the Chinese Lantern Festival, and I told my girlfriend I wanted to stop in Chinatown beforehand and get some authentic food. We got there a little after 6:00, so quite a few places had already closed, but thankfully Ji Bei Chuan was still open… and WOW. It did not disappoint.

Everything was absolutely incredible. The flavors, the freshness, the spice, the dumplings… every single bite was so good. You could really tell everything was made with care, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip.

One of our servers was absolutely wonderful—so friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The other server seemed like she just didn’t want to be bothered, which is okay. It didn’t ruin the experience for me, but I wanted to be honest in my review.

If I ever find myself in Chinatown again around dinner time and this place is open, I’m stopping here again without a second thought. The food alone is worth it.“

“Everything is fresh and delicious! Atmosphere is very friendly, they treat you like family!“

“Wait staffers very helpful with menu“

“Great local spot for fresh yummy food“

“CASH ONLY. They have an ATM on site though.

This place is great!

Typical Chinese takeout spot with a pretty standard menu. They have a great lunch deal during the week where you get an entree and either a soup or soda for like $10.

I’ve tried a bunch of things here and have never been disappointed. Portions are a good size and I usually have leftovers.“

“all food Good 100 persen like“

“It’s by far the best Chinese food I’ve ever eaten. Not only is the food delicious, the owner, Cary and his staff are the nicest people. I highly recommend them! Also, they deliver. #wontonsoup #exceptional“

“We had my grandmother's 91st birthday celebration here in April. It was a party of 18, family style, and it was the best experience ever! The food was delicious, a great variety, beautiful plate presentation, and a warm atmosphere. The staff was attentive to our every need, the restaurant was clean and inviting and our entire group had an amazing experience! We will definitely be back!“

“Awesome dumplings. Food seemed very authentic. Great service, quick too.“

“Eggplant yum. Dan Dan noodles yum. Delish.“

“They have so many options for vegetarians/vegans! The veggie dumplings were nice and I’m looking forward to try more dishes like orange tofu while I’m at Temple. Great option for late night eats. The place is clean and relatively easy to find healthy options!“

“The best“

“I absolutely love this kind of food! The place was a bit quiet when I arrived, it was past lunchtime, so that made sense. As soon as I sat down, the staff was very welcoming. Even though there was a bit of a language barrier, the service was still warm and attentive. Watching them cook behind the curtain honestly made the whole experience feel even more special.

Right after my food arrived, the place started to fill up. It’s a small spot, but perfectly located and really charming. The ribs, bok choy, garlic eggplant, and corn were all incredible, seriously, so flavorful. Even though I ordered the mild option, it still had that perfect touch of spice.

Everything was delicious. I’ll definitely be back soon. 谢谢“

“My husband and I love this place what makes it so good is the fact the lady and her husband know my husband’s order, no matter how often go as soon as walks in and they see it’s him, they’ll say same thing then say order…..down to the Ttttttt; always so nice and food is always fresh and hot.“

“used to loveeee their seafood spaghetti. cried when they downsized their menu T_T but i still enjoy the other dishes they still have up!!! only thing is that it feels like they change their format everytime i go in..? used to be a really nice, chic resturaunt, but now opted for a more take-out service, which i do not mind“

“Great food! delicious soft shell crab, vegetable dishes, soup dumplings, & more!“

“We love the varieties of food wonder provided to us, and we like how constantly we get extra coupons from wonder to get deals. From food ordering to pick up, wonder preparation service is great! As a regular customer, we are happy to continue food services pick up from wonder at the South Philly location.“

“I was looking for roast crispy duck. I didn't want to go to Chinatown because its gotten rundown, yucky traffic, expensive parking and horrible SEPTA. I decided to stay in my neighborhood so I could walk. I worried about it being expensive. Chestnut Hill is high end and the restaurant looked pricey. What a WONDERFUL SURPRISE! I was a solo table but still treated like a queen with lots of servers checking in, giving water and smiling. The roast duck in black bean sauce on the cast iron plate was SCRUMPTIOUS. It comes with a healthy side of white rice and delicate, flavorful bok choi. The skin was crispy yet NOT oily or greasy. The CHUNKS of tender duck meat were excellent. The sauce was thick, savory and yummy. FOODGASM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The portion was so healthy that I was able to take a container home for lunch the next day. Then I ordered the Mudslide ice cream pie for dessert. PERFECTION. Dense, creamy, sweet but not cloying with nut accents, fresh strawberries and cream as garnish. Cool treat on a humid Summer night. When the bill came, I was shocked that it was less than $40. I did not order a cocktail because I wanted to concentrate on the food. I gave them a big tip and said I am absolutely returning. I am also addicted to their spring rolls too. Two perfect crunchy flaky rolls filled with a balanced combination of shrimp, cheese, and cabbage that you can dip in duck sauce or mustard or just enjoy plain.“

“For those who grew up in Cantonese households all know what “熱氣 (yit hei)” is all about lol.

What first caught my eye was the name: “Heung Fa Chun” (杏花邨) is actually the name of a real housing estate in Hong Kong, which instantly gave me a sense of authenticity.

They serve all kinds of nostalgic HK style snacks, from steamed buns and zongzi to traditional pastries and desserts. A true hole-in-the-wall gem in Philly Chinatown.

I was feeling a bit “yit hei” (literally “hot air” in Cantonese), so I grabbed myself a 龜苓膏 (herbal jelly/gui ling gao, aka “turtle jelly”). It's one of the go-to remedies for combatting yit hei. If you’re feeling yit hei, like breaking out, getting sore throats, or even indigestion, you need to eat some gwai ling go.

I was quite surprised to find it here. My mom would be so proud I got it without her having to tell me.

Warning: it’s VERY bitter if you eat it on its own. Definitely add the syrup to turn it into a healthy sweet trea.“

“Great food! Easy walk from convention center! Enjoy!“

“Not your typical strip mall Chinese restaurant. Food is largely authentic and done well. Most diners were natives, which is always a good harbinger. I'm writing this review to also compliment Monica, our server. Her recommendations were spot on and her service was outstanding. Management would be wise to hold on to staff like Monica. This was out second time there and we'll be back again soon.“

“Recently tried this place and the food is delicious. I did a make your own bowl and the broccoli was crunchy and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I wasn’t a fan of dumplings wish they were chicken but weren’t bad . Definitely recommend“

“⭐🏆TOP PICK IN CATEGORY 🏆⭐
Hands down the best dumplings I’ve had in Philly. Everything about them is perfect and on point every single time. This is the blind-reach you keep in your pocket when you need a dumpling but don’t wanna search around too hard. Don’t over think it: go here.“

“The food is as amazing as the owner. HAN IS THE MAN!!! Get the Dan Dan Noodles.“

“This place is a must try if you are in the area. It was delicious.“

“Went to China Town today looking for Peking duck. We came across this restaurant and decided to try it. I was not disappointed! This might very well be the best Peking Duck I have ever eaten! We will be back for sure! The customer service was outstanding as well!“

“Jade Spring is the best Chinese food in the area. The counter lady, Cindy, is sweet and a great worker. She hooks it up with the cookies and sauces 🙂‍↕. the wait is reasonable. The restaurant is bright and inviting. They don’t take card but their Venmo and cashapp links are clearly placed making card payments like that easy peasy. The food is always fresh, super tasty, and not to mention presented beautifully. They give the perfect beef/broccoli ratio. Today I ordered general tso beef+broccoli and LOVED IT. Probably gonna be my go to order now 😅I also love how they give a 3 pack of spring rolls, a lot of places only give 2.
Also the deal where you spend $20+ (i believe) and get a free 24 oz water bottle is pretty cool! Their blue juice and half/half is also BOMB. It’s the perfect amount of sweetness 🤤 the only negative about Jade Spring is the fact they are closed on Mondays 😅“