15 Best Chinese Restaurants in Portsmouth

“Quality food at a fair price. Also I LOVE the convenience of being able to order online“

“We’ve eaten here about 5 times now I think and I specifically waited to make my review until we had been a few times at least. The consistency of this place is on point, which is amazing because we’ve been trying to find a good take out place for a while now where we knew it would be good every time and this place has got it going on. Their food is amazing. This is the only place we go for Chinese food now and we even drive 40 minutes to get here it’s that good. We personally love the beef lo mein, beef and broccoli and the sesame chicken.“

“The lady was super nice. She did me a solid by giving me an egg roll last minute from another order so i wouldn't have to wait. Decent prices. Lowest I've seen in Hampton Roads. Busy stores and restaurants aren't here to kiss your a$$. Get your food. Pay and go home and enjoy it. Stop complaining about the person answering the phone. Maybe it's you!“

“I ordered yak during my lunch break but I didn't like the flavor, so I ended up throwing it in the trash. Everyone at work raves about this restaurant, so I decided to give them another chance and ordered shrimp egg foo young when I got off of work. And I am glad that I did, because it was very good. I will be returning.“

“Finally! I found a great Chinese restaurant. Got house fried rice and chicken and broccoli and they were both absolutely excellent! Lady at the counter was very friendly unlike the jerk that I've been abused by numerous times at another Chinese restaurant.
Topps China, you have a new customer!“

“The owners are so kind, friendly and accommodating. The food was top notch
Someone disliked the macaroni salad...unfortunately they forgot isn't American macaroni salad. It reminds me of my favorite Mexican macaroni salad in California. So good. Great service...delicious hot food. So many delicious choices. We will definitely be back“

“Aways friendly, ontime and delicious….been ordering for years and we are still ordering weekly… our only problem was no duck sauce once…..for amount of food and delicious ….the best value for chinese food in town…my favorite is pepper steak or egg foo young …have ordered many meals for whole family n never had problem with quality of the food“

“A Pretty good little Chinese food Takeout restaurant, and the Lady owner is kind and friendly. I would definitely prefer to give them business instead of fast food drive thru nearby. I like good fresh hot food, good service and good price from a local business like this one. Thank you China Li, and keep up the good work!“

“The Best Chinese restaurant around. You get a heaping amount of food, the friendliest working personal in a clean atmosphere. It's a small family restaurant who treats you like family and always smiling. I love Wong Kwok & my favorite is the Chicken Chow Mein. 😂 I come so often that they know my preference automatically.“

“Haven't been here in years because I moved states away but when I tell you I always go for their shrimp egg food Yung or they chicken yok. It never misses I literally grew up on their food. Now whenever I taste Chinese food in other cities I get sad and wanna cry because none will hit like mama chan's do“

“I work across the street from this place. It’s always my go to if I don’t bring my food to work. Very convenient to walk to I also love the staff for being friendly and interactive when they’re not busy. This place has been amazing with me. I definitely recommend a visit for this place if you haven’t done so!“

“So much more good than expected! So delicious! My roommate and I have food for days ... We thought we were just getting a meal each. It's enough for 3-4 meals each! We got 2 mains, egg rolls, chicken on a stick (it's so much chicken ❤️😍🤤 and SO good) and donuts for $40.... It's good for days“

“I recently visited China Ocean, a highly-rated Chinese restaurant in the U.S., and I have to say — this place absolutely lives up to the hype. From the moment I walked in to everything was spot-on. If you’re looking for authentic, flavorful Chinese food with great service, this is the place.

The atmosphere is cozy, clean, and welcoming. It’s not overly fancy, but it has a warm, relaxing vibe. The space is well-organized, tables are clean, and the decor includes some subtle Chinese elements that add charm without being overdone. Whether you’re dining with family, friends, or even solo, you’ll feel comfortable and at ease.

And the food? Absolutely amazing. Everything we ordered was fresh, well-prepared, and full of flavor. The orange chicken was crispy and tender with the perfect sweet-tangy balance. The General Tso’s chicken had just the right amount of kick, without being overly sweet or greasy. The shrimp lo mein had that authentic “wok hei” flavor — the noodles were springy, the shrimp fresh and juicy. We also tried the beef with broccoli, which was cooked perfectly with tender slices of beef and crisp vegetables. Every dish felt homemade, not mass-produced. You could taste the quality in every bite.

Portions were generous, ideal for sharing or packing up leftovers (which still tasted great the next day). The menu is extensive, so there’s something for everyone, whether you like spicy, savory, sweet, or mild flavors.

As for price, it’s more than fair. You’re paying for excellent ingredients, big portions, and real care in preparation. Most dishes range from $10 to $18, and for the quality you get, it’s worth every penny. It’s not fast food — it’s real food, cooked right.

Overall, China Ocean is hands-down one of the best Chinese restaurants I’ve been to in the U.S. It’s a rare find: authentic flavors, warm service, generous portions, and great value — all under one roof. I’m already planning to come back and try even more of the menu.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Highly recommended. If you’re in the area, don’t miss this place!“

“Food was delicious! 😋 We ordered Hibachi chicken and shrimp with double veggies and Hibachi Steak and shrimp with noodles and rice. First time there, definitely not the last. Workers were patient in answering our questions. Took 1 star off of atmosphere since the tables were sticky although I think it was from the type of cleaners used and not from being dirty. Only a couple tables so definitely not for a large group unless ordering takeout.“

“I went here recently, and the food is great and the workers are nice too. It was really busy and the workers were under staff, but they took the pressure well and got to my order fast and apologized for the delay and gave me a discount ? will be going there again“