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10 Best Chinese Restaurants in Phoenix

Phoenix’s Chinese restaurants range from Sichuan cooking and soup dumplings to familiar combination plates, generous takeout, and Chinese-Mexican fusion. The right choice depends on the flavors you want, whether you are dining in or picking up, and how much variety your group needs.

Use the menu style, spice flexibility, portion approach, and service format to make the shortlist. The ranking includes restaurants with regional specialties, picture-based ordering, lunch pricing, family-style dishes, vegetarian or vegan choices, catering, and walk-up pickup.

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Our ranking of Chinese restaurants in Phoenix is editorial. It combines public reputation, how focused each business is on this service and the information it gives about its work.

Featured positions are clearly marked and only offered to businesses that already earned their place in the guide.

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10 Chinese Restaurants in Phoenix Compared

Old Town Taste, Phoenix#1
What it does well
  • Picture-based tablet ordering

Old Town Taste

4.71,401 reviews
1845 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281, United States
Works well for
Diners seeking Sichuan specialtiesFamilies ordering from picture menus

Old Town Taste brings Sichuan-style Chinese cooking to a casual Tempe setting with dine-in, takeaway, delivery and no-contact delivery. The menu includes mapo tofu, Chongqing chicken, Mongolian beef, egg fried rice, tomato egg soup, noodles and vegetarian or vegan choices. Tablet ordering uses dish photographs to make selection easier.

It suits families, groups, students and diners seeking either spicy, numbing Sichuan dishes or more familiar American-style Chinese plates. Lunch and dinner service, counter or table seating and reservations support different visit styles.

Harmony Kitchen, Phoenix#2
What it does well
  • Large portion sizes

  • Lunch-hour pricing

Harmony Kitchen

4.7526 reviews
1320 E Broadway Rd Ste 104-106, Tempe, AZ 85282, United States
Works well for
Authentic Chinese diningGenerous lunch meals

Harmony Kitchen serves Chinese food with dishes described as authentic, strongly flavored, and generously portioned. Diners can expect options such as sweet-and-sour chicken with rice and pork intestines, alongside other dishes suited to trying less familiar specialties.

The restaurant fits dine-in meals, repeat visits, and groups looking for substantial portions. Lunch hours offer lower prices than the restaurant’s regular pricing, while the larger interior and fast service support casual meals without a lengthy wait.

Wong's Restaurant, Phoenix#3
What it does well
  • White-tablecloth Chinese dining

  • Broad noodle and stir-fry menu

Wong's Restaurant

4.62,158 reviews
10540 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85037, United States
Works well for
Family-style Chinese dinnersTakeout with substantial portionsLunch or casual nights out

Wong's Restaurant presents familiar Chinese noodles and stir-fries in an understated white-tablecloth setting. Its menu is represented by dishes such as orange chicken, Mongolian beef, walnut shrimp, Happy Family, fried rice, soups, egg rolls and cream cheese puffs, with combinations offering rice and additional sides.

The restaurant works for family dinners, casual nights out, lunch or takeout. Generous portions and a dining room able to accommodate different party sizes make it practical for sharing, while hot, made-to-order plates suit diners who want a full sit-down meal.

Chino Bandido, Phoenix#4
What it does well
  • Mexican and Chinese cooking combined

  • Menu built around varied combinations

Chino Bandido

4.56,660 reviews
310 W Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85023, United States
Works well for
Mexican-Chinese fusion mealsFirst-time menu guidanceRice bowls and burritos

Chino Bandido makes its identity clear at the counter: Mexican and Chinese cooking meet in rice bowls and burritos. The Phoenix restaurant is a counter-service choice for diners who want menu combinations that move beyond a single culinary tradition.

First-time visitors can receive help working through the menu, including its varied combinations. Familiar favorites include Jade Red pork and chicken, rice and beans, chile relleno and jerk chicken, with fresh-baked cookies available for dessert.

China Chili, Phoenix#5
What it does well
  • Regional dishes and Asian cocktails

China Chili

4.52,879 reviews
302 E Flower St, Phoenix, AZ 85012, United States
Works well for
Diners seeking regional Chinese dishesGroups wanting varied shareable portions

China Chili is a Phoenix Chinese restaurant serving regional Chinese dishes and Asian cocktails in a traditionally decorated casual space. The menu has included honey walnut prawns, wonton soup, curry chicken, wings, orange chicken and MaPo tofu, with portions that can support takeout leftovers.

It fits diners seeking a relaxed lunch or dinner with familiar favorites and distinctive regional choices. The restaurant also suits guests who want adjustable spice levels, as dishes have been prepared to match individual preferences.

Liyuen, Phoenix#6
What it does well
  • Chinese, Mexican and American menu

  • Walk-up pickup window

Liyuen

4.51,653 reviews
1602 S 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007, United States
Works well for
Takeout meals and generous lunch specials

Liyuen is a walk-up pickup window serving a broad menu of Chinese, Mexican and American food. Chinese favorites include sesame chicken, beef with broccoli, fried rice, lo mein, egg rolls and jalapeño chicken wings, with lunch and dinner specials available.

It suits takeout diners seeking generous portions and familiar comfort food, especially during a workday lunch. The format is built for pickup rather than dining in, and customers may wait outdoors while orders are prepared. Popular periods can bring a longer line.

Kungfu Kitchen, Phoenix#7
What it does well
  • Soup dumplings and Chengdu bingfen

  • Broad Chinese menu

Kungfu Kitchen

4.51,570 reviews
1250 E Apache Blvd #101, Tempe, AZ 85281, United States
Works well for
Diners exploring Chinese dumplings and noodlesVegetarian and vegan Chinese-food diners

Kungfu Kitchen serves Chinese soup dumplings, noodle dishes and stir-fries in a casual dining room. Its menu also includes items such as spicy beef with tripe and tendon, hot and sour soup, beef stew noodle soup, fish fillet, dumplings and green onion pancakes.

The Tempe restaurant suits diners exploring a broad Chinese menu, including vegetarians and vegans. Standout choices include juicy soup dumplings, stir-fried noodles with vegetables and summer bingfen jelly, a Chengdu-associated dessert that is less common on Chinese restaurant menus.

Wong's Chinese Dining, Phoenix#8
What it does well
  • Combo platter specials and hefty entrées

Wong's Chinese Dining

4.51,408 reviews
1139 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, United States
Works well for
Diners seeking generous Chinese combo meals

Wong's Chinese Dining is a modest Phoenix restaurant serving Chinese food, combo platter specials and substantial entrées. The menu includes house fried rice, egg drop soup, General Tso chicken, house lo mein and egg foo young, with takeout available for diners who want a quick meal.

It suits neighborhood diners seeking familiar dishes, filling combination meals and lunch specials rather than a formal dining setting. The dining room is described as small and no-frills, while recurring themes include hot, freshly cooked food and generous portions.

New Asian Kitchen, Phoenix#9
What it does well
  • Broad selection of Chinese dishes

New Asian Kitchen

4.5692 reviews
4231 W Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85053, United States
Works well for
Quick Chinese lunchesCasual dinners with familiar dishes

New Asian Kitchen is an easygoing Chinese restaurant in a Phoenix shopping plaza, offering a broad selection of familiar dishes. It fits quick lunches, hearty dinners and takeout-style cravings, with menu choices including crab puffs, egg drop soup, mushroom chicken and sesame beef.

Lunch specials add a practical option for midday dining. The restaurant is also suited to groups ordering several chicken dishes to share or compare, with service described as quick for casual visits.

George Yang’s Chinese Cuisine, Phoenix#10
What it does well
  • Made-to-order classic Chinese dishes

  • Dine-in, delivery and catering

George Yang’s Chinese Cuisine

4.41,030 reviews
6048 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016, United States
Works well for
Family Chinese meals and lunch specialsTakeout, delivery and event catering

George Yang’s Chinese Cuisine serves classic Chinese comfort food for dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering in Phoenix. The made-to-order menu includes orange chicken, Mongolian beef, General Tso’s, lo mein, chow mein, fried rice, pot stickers, egg rolls and hot and sour soup, alongside vegetarian-friendly choices. Lunch specials offer a practical format for family meals, while generous portions suit takeout and group orders. Popular dishes include crispy sweet-and-sour chicken, shrimp egg rolls, crab wontons, lettuce wraps, moo shu and sizzling soups. The relaxed, wood-paneled dining room adds a calmer setting for a neighborhood meal, and online ordering supports quick pickup or delivery.

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#BusinessRatingReviewsWorks well for
#1Old Town Taste 4.71,401Diners seeking Sichuan specialties
#2Harmony Kitchen 4.7526Authentic Chinese dining
#3Wong's Restaurant 4.62,158Family-style Chinese dinners
#4Chino Bandido 4.56,660Mexican-Chinese fusion meals
#5China Chili 4.52,879Diners seeking regional Chinese dishes
#6Liyuen 4.51,653Takeout meals and generous lunch specials
#7Kungfu Kitchen 4.51,570Diners exploring Chinese dumplings and noodles
#8Wong's Chinese Dining 4.51,408Diners seeking generous Chinese combo meals
#9New Asian Kitchen 4.5692Quick Chinese lunches
#10George Yang’s Chinese Cuisine 4.41,030Family Chinese meals and lunch specials

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Chinese restaurants serving Phoenix and nearby areas

The list covers Phoenix and nearby Tempe options, including Old Town Taste and Kungfu Kitchen. Since verified neighborhood clusters are not supplied for every restaurant, check the route from your starting point rather than assuming the closest-looking name is nearby. For dine-in plans, consider travel alongside seating style and party size. Pickup diners should check whether the restaurant is counter-service or a walk-up window, while larger groups may prefer a room and menu designed for sharing.

Dining formats and Chinese food options

  • Regional Chinese specialtiesChina Chili and Old Town Taste offer regional choices, including Sichuan and mapo tofu-style dishes.
  • Soup dumplings and noodlesKungfu Kitchen features soup dumplings, noodle soups, stir-fried noodles, and related dishes.
  • Familiar Chinese comfort foodMenus include orange or sesame chicken, Mongolian beef, fried rice, lo mein, soups, and egg rolls.
  • Lunch specials and combo mealsSeveral restaurants provide lunch pricing, combination platters, or practical midday meals.
  • Dine-in, takeout, delivery, and cateringFormats range from sit-down dining to pickup, delivery, no-contact delivery, and event catering.
  • Vegetarian, vegan, and adjustable-spice choicesListed options include vegetarian or vegan dishes and restaurants that can adjust spice levels.

How to compare Chinese restaurants in Phoenix

  1. Define your flavor targetAsk whether the menu leans toward Sichuan spice and numbing heat, regional dishes, familiar American-style plates, or fusion combinations.
  2. Check how the meal is servedCompare sit-down seating, counter service, walk-up pickup, delivery, and takeout before choosing a restaurant for your occasion.
  3. Match portions to your groupAsk which entrées, combinations, or shareable dishes are sized for several diners and whether leftovers are practical.
  4. Review dietary and spice needsIdentify vegetarian or vegan dishes and ask whether spice can be adjusted for the specific item you want.
  5. Time the visit around lunch offersConfirm which lunch specials or lunch-hour pricing apply and whether the menu differs from the regular dinner selection.

Common questions

Where can I find Sichuan food near Phoenix?

Old Town Taste in Tempe is the clearest match for Sichuan specialties, with dishes such as mapo tofu and Chongqing chicken. Kungfu Kitchen also includes Chengdu-associated food and spicy dishes. Ask about heat and numbing intensity if you are unfamiliar with the style.

Which listed Chinese restaurants are good for takeout?

Liyuen is built around a walk-up pickup window, while Wong’s Restaurant, George Yang’s Chinese Cuisine, Old Town Taste, and Wong’s Chinese Dining offer takeout. George Yang’s additionally describes delivery and catering, so it fits larger or more planned orders.

Are there vegetarian or vegan Chinese options?

Old Town Taste explicitly includes vegetarian and vegan choices, and Kungfu Kitchen is described as suitable for vegetarian and vegan diners. Menus change, so identify the dish and ask about ingredients or preparation when dietary requirements are important.

Can I find lunch specials in Phoenix Chinese restaurants?

Harmony Kitchen describes lower lunch pricing, while Liyuen, Wong’s Chinese Dining, New Asian Kitchen, and George Yang’s Chinese Cuisine offer lunch specials or lunch-focused formats. Confirm the applicable hours and whether the lunch menu includes the dish or portion you want.

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