We’re lucky to live in a city with plenty of fantastic spots dedicated to Chinese food. Some are long-lasting staples serving traditional Chinese classics in areas with large immigrant communities like Chinatown, Bridgeport, or Uptown. Others are newer spots making creative dishes, like a speakeasy that serves mapo waffle fries, or a shared kitchen with salt and pepper chicken sandwiches. Whether you want a classic plate of chow fun or pineapple buns with truffle butter, a great meal is guaranteed at any of these 20 spots.
THE SPOTS
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Qing Xiang Yuan Dumpling
$$$$Perfect For:Casual Weeknight DinnerFirst/Early in the Game DatesLunchWalk-Ins
This Chinatown spot has a whopping 120 dumpling options (if you want to check our math, that’s 40 different types that can either be fried, boiled, or steamed). Even more impressive is how each handmade dumpling has a satisfying juiciness. And everyone seems to agree—the bright wooden dining room is constantly busy, often leading to long wait times on the weekends. But an hour is a small price for perfectly seasoned beef and onion, lamb and coriander, or tomato and egg dumplings.