The 8 Top Chinese Takeout Restaurants in San Diego
Sometimes, nothing hits the spot like some solid Chinese takeout – whether you’re craving crispy orange chicken, slurp-worthy noodles, or dumplings that disappear way too fast. Lucky for us, San Diego has plenty of options for top-notch takeout.
Here are our go-to spots when only Chinese food will do!
Golden City
A Convoy classic for a reason. Golden City serves up big portions of Cantonese comfort food, from perfectly crispy salt-and-pepper pork chops to house-special lobster.
Wei Wei Asian Express
A hidden gem on University Ave, Wei Wei Asian Express is all about fresh ingredients and flavorful wok-fried dishes. Their Mongolian beef and garlic eggplant are must-tries, and they make some of the best hot & sour soup in town.
Steamy Piggy
Dumpling lovers, this one’s for you. Steamy Piggy is famous for their handmade dumplings and bao, but don’t sleep on their sesame noodles or honey walnut shrimp. Everything is fresh, fast, and absolutely delicious.
Mandarin Wok
For big portions and bold flavors, Mandarin Wok is a go-to. Their kung pao chicken has just the right amount of kick, and their lo mein is packed with flavor. Bonus: They’ve got some of the best lunch specials in town.
Beijing City
For Chinese food in North County, give Poway’s Beijing City a try. All their dishes are made fresh-to-order, but the kung pao chicken, garlic shrimp, and spicy fish and tofu are some of the favorites.
Chef Wong Chinese Cuisine
Chef Wong, located in Carmel Mountain, has built a solid fan base in North County. Try the fried cream cheese wontons for an appetizer and the chow fun noodles or the Xiao Long Bao, a steamed bun with pork.
Golden House
Although it’s located just miles from the Mexican border, Otay’s Golden House serves up some great Chinese food that’s worth the trek. Be sure to ask for the salt and pepper chicken when you call in your to-go order; no meal is complete without this local favorite.
Little Chef Chinese Take-Out
When take-out is included in the name of the restaurant, it’s a given that it makes this list. This Ocean Beach establishment is cash only, so come prepared when you pick up your order.
Give the wonton soup, egg rolls, and chow mein a go and consider eating your meal by the beach, which is just a couple of blocks away.
There you have it – our roundup of the spots that’ll satisfy those Chinese food cravings when they strike. From Convoy classics to hidden neighborhood gems, these takeout spots have us covered when we’re in the mood for dumplings, noodles, and all the wok-fried goodness.
See you there, San Diego!
