50 Best Chinese Restaurants in Tucson

“From out of town and stopped here based on the wonderful reviews! Couldn’t have bee happier! Owner was personable and highly involved in the care of quality food and the needs of the customers! Will stop here again!“

“Our favorite! So many great dishes... it’s hard to decide every time!“

“Great food at a great price!“

“A la carte dim sum and tea drinks. Fast, friendly service.“

“Their food, service and appreciation of their customers is superb. We visited 9 cities in China and ate at the best of the best. I was looking for a place in Tucson to compare and this is it. Have been back several times.“

“San Francisco quality Chinese and Szechwan food.“

“Every Sunday, my mother in law chooses what she wants for dinner and when she wants REAL Chinese food, we order from Mei Han! The food is amazing! It's a little pricey so we don't have it as often as we'd like but we we try to get it once a month. We always order our food to go so I can't speak of the in house service but the to-go service is awesome! Our food is always ready within 30 minutes and it is also hot and amazing! There isn't anything on the menu that we have tried and haven't loved. This is definitely a go to place for REAL Chinese food that is REALLY GOOD!! Thank you Mei Hon for making our Chinese food nights wonderful!!“

“Our server, Cheyenne greeted us promptly and took our drink & appetizer order of lettuce wraps.. She was not aware that we were there celebrating my wife's birthday, which I thought would've been conveyed to her since it was noted on our reservation. Our meals were very good! My wife had Mongolian chicken & broccoli, and I had Mongolian beef. Her meal was excellent! Mine was very good, however, the beef could of been more tender for my liking. The evening was topped off with a complimentary dessert of red velvet cake and fireworks at our table. We'll done P.F.Chang's China Bistro!“

“It’s a small mom and pop restaurant with a lot of heart. The employees are very friendly and the service is outstanding. The food is some of the best Chinese food I’ve had in a very long time. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.“

“Awesome food. Good service“

“Bravo! Great job and has been consistent over the years with quality and flavor. Love this place!“

“The Kung Pao Chicken is phenomenal!“

“Good healthy food. Friendly and excellent service.“

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“We love what Fred and his family have provided our community for so many years! With Fred, it’s like walking into a friend’s home. He learns folks names, asks how we are doing, remembers our life story and then there is the delicious food!! Thank you Fred and family for your absolutley excellent service and welcoming kindness! We appreciate you!“

“Food was excellent!! Friend Jon been going there for 27 years.“

“It may not be pizzazz on the outside but wait until you try the food! The service is on point. The food is absolutely amazing. My boyfriend had the sesame chicken with egg fried rice and it was spot on. I had the beef lo mein, equally delicious. And the fried dumpling appetizer is soooooooo good!!! Just a mom and pop shop but they know what are doing!! Have already told family to check it out before we cashed out.“

“My dad and I have been going to this restaurant often since we both moved here to Tucson. My dad is a disabled Vietnam veteran and we can't do much together so we like to go out to restaurants. This is the best Chinese restaurant that we found together in town. They have the best prices. Your waitress here will remember your order and your requests, and she will accommodate you beforehand the next time you come. We ordered the moo shu pork, which is the very best order on the menu, and we asked for two dishes of plum sauce and two plates because we like to be able to share our orders. The next time we came and ordered, we ordered the moo shu and she brought out two dishes of plum sauce and two plates. You really can't get better service than that.“

“A Hidden Gem for New England Style Chinese in Tucson!

As someone who has spent nearly a decade on the East Coast and loves New England-style Chinese food, I had spent my first years here in Tucson trying to find that unique flavor without any luck.

Well, it's been a few years now since I located this place and have to say this spot serves up the real deal, and it’s been my favorite since relocating!

The boneless spare ribs are rich, flavorful, and perfectly glazed. Beef teriyaki skewers are tender and packed with bold taste that pairs nicely with their fried rice and egg rolls always served hot.

The staff is incredibly friendly and always happy to make recommendations that never miss. And while the outside might not catch your eye right away, step inside and you'll find a clean, inviting space with a surprisingly nice aesthetic.“

“The food is great. We especially liked the dim sum options. It is located in a strip shop center on Speedway and the ambulance is very basic. But we did not care about that because we were busy devouring delicious crispy shrimp balls, scallion pancakes, and BBQ pork buns. We ordered a couple entrees too, Mongolian Beef and Chicken Lo Mein. They were also very good. I hope people support this place so it doesn't go away!“

“These are without exaggeration the best pork steamed buns I have ever had, and they were so cheap for the amount of food I got! They are so remarkably good I could not wait to finish them before posting this review. It did take about 15-20 minutes for them to make the order, but the results speak for themselves; You cannot rush quality, and even the most inexpensive meals can be extraordinary if prepared well. My favorite part is how well balanced the flavors are, how juicy they are, and how the vegetables are properly and fully cooked into the dish (unlike Panda Express or most other fast food replicas where the vegetables are just raw, warm, and soggy).

I'm excited to try more of their menu in the future. Basically if I want to eat out and China Pasta House is open, all other restaurants might as well be closed to me; I'm going to China Pasta House instead.“

“When entering the restaurant, we were impressed with the cleanliness and our friendly waitress Jaime that greeted us with a smile. She was very friendly and accommodating to making us feel welcome. Jaime was johnny on the spot from beginning to the end of meal and checking to take care of our needs. we had egg drop soup that was unlike other ones that were watery and lacked substance. Egg rolls crispy and full of vegies. Had Chicken and broccoli that the lunch portions were like a dinner with some to take home. Good portions!! We will return again!! Thanks Jaime for making our visit one that we want to return!!“

“Tofu vegetables and rice was delicious!!“

“the waiter was super friendly and helped with deciding what to order.“

“Best Honey Walnut Shrimp I’ve ever eaten in my Life. I highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Excellent food! This is a must try place. Our new favorite for Cantonese.“

“I eat lunch here often and only once in the last few months have I gotten chicken that was meh. The staff is very friendly, and the food is fresh and hot. Yesterday, one of the dishes I ordered had some available, but they let me know a fresh batch was almost done and asked if I wanted to wait. I'll definitely be back!“

“This is my favorite restaurant in Marana. This is my favorite restaurant in Tucson! It’s just so…amazing and atmospheric! My all time favorite part about the restaurant is the character. It’s tranquil, in all meanings of the word. It’s quiet and calming. The architectural features add to the environment as well. Such as the glass wall that features a waterfall within it. I could stare at that for hours. The food is great too! I especially love their orange chicken and sushi options. Aside from that, they have a variety of options including Chinese, American and other foods. They even have a selection of deserts as well as salad items to choose from. I love coming here and hopefully, I’ll come back again soon.

Parking: There is often available parking at this restaurant.“

“Finally! Some respectable Chinese food in Tucson. Discovered this hidden spot en route to a show at Centennial Hall. What it lacks in its basic ambiance is more than made up for in well-balanced, non-greasy, fresh and flavorful cuisine. Owner is lovely and accommodating. Seriously, if you're in the area, try to stop in (there's an elevator down an alley around the corner from the staircase if you need it).“

“We got the orange chicken and sesame chicken. It was delicious. The place was spotless. They even directed a fan towards us for our comfort because it's very hot today. We took home a ton of leftovers and only spent $35. Highly recommend.“

“This is one of the most authentic Chinese food restaurants I've been too in Tucson. I absolutely loved the Mongolian Beef (lots of onions but very yummy) and House Special Fried Rice. We will definitely be going back. The seating is very tiny inside, but it was worth our drive from Oro Valley.“

“I put in a pickup order to the incorrect PeiWei (oops) and when I went in to grab the order at the Ina location, the ?manager was very kind and understanding. He instructed us to cancel our order with the broadway location and they made our food very quickly. Thanks again!“

“I've been going to the Broadway near Craycroft Pei Wei for about ten years because the food is always great and the service is prompt and courteous.

I am especially impressed by an employee named Josh who never fails to provide superior service and has patiently explained the app and various specials to me on more than one occasion.“

“I ordered the cashew chicken. The sauce was good and the chicken was juicy and cut easily. They were mostly bites sized pieces. They gave a generous amount of rice. My fiance got the beef & broccoli. He really liked it. He also got chicken lo mein. The noodles were good and the flavor was really good, though he said the chicken was only ok. He was impressed overall. We also got the crab rangoons for appetizer, they were good.
The service was great. She was friendly and attentive. She even packed up out leftovers for us and spared us making a mess.
We enjoyed dinner. We will definitely be back when we're on that side of town.“

“Great food for a good price - friendly staff.“

“First time going here I had the house fried rice. Portions were gigantic I loved it. My friend had the sesame chicken again very healthy portions and amazing. Pricing was great as well and the service was excellent. I would highly recommend this place to others.“

“last day of our vacation. The wife chose this spot and the kids cried. we went inside and ate. It was very American. I did find patriotic values from this establishment and if I hypothetically came back I would visit here again. 😂😂🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸“

“If you are gluten-intolerant, this is your Chinese restaurant. Excellent, excellent! Best GF choices since Lotus Garden closed. This is my new favorite east-side go-to restaurant.“

“We were pleased with our dining experience. After placing our order at the register at the rear of the restaurant, we sat at one of the tables and our beverages were brought to our table. Our food was also brought to our table when it was ready. We are vegetarians and were very pleased with the number of options available. They had a better selection of tofu dishes than most Chinese restaurants. My dining companion got Happy Tofu, which was basically the sauce and veggies that would normally be in Happy Family, but with tofu instead of meat. I got Mongolian Tofu, like Mongolian Beef, but with tofu instead of beef. Both were very tasty. Portions were very generous, both of us had enough left over to bring home for another meal.

Vegetarian options: Wide variety of vegetable dishes and tofu dishes.“

“very delicious very affordable very attenatitive we will definitely be back. we had house combination egg fun young and house combination pho“

“I love everything about this place!
It’s decorated so zen and simple and very clean…The waitstaff is so friendly,efficient and lovely.
The food couldn’t be fresher or tastier. They don’t skimp with the meat and vegetables…we enjoy the menu very much and always leave satisfied and there are always leftovers, they are very generous with the portions!! Finally, it’s quiet and easy to have conversations ❣️“

“I didn’t get any names but the lady and gentleman working the front were absolutely amazing and I don’t normally leave reviews. When walking in I was greeted with smiles even though it was late. The gentleman was so helpful when I was trying to pick what I wanted he helped describe flavors of the entrees! Customer service was just amazing! Thank you!“

“I typically don't take the time to review Fast Food restaurants but this Panda Express has certainly earned a five-star review. The combination of cleanliness, attentive service, and great food makes it standout and other places could learn from what they are doing there. If you're looking for Panda Express and this location is a little further awaybots worth the extra travel time. I highly recommend visiting this location!

It’s one of the cleanest fast-food restaurants I have ever encountered. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the spotless dining area and well-organized serving stations. It’s clear that cleanliness is a top priority here, and it truly enhances the overall dining experience.

What stood out to me even more was the level of engagement and thoughtfulness displayed by the staff. You can tell that the management treats their employees well, as everyone seemed genuinely happy to be there—a rare find in the fast-food industry. The team was attentive and proactive, ensuring that everything was in order and that customers were satisfied.

To my surprise, the manager even came out to check on us while we were enjoying our meal. This personal touch made the experience feel special and showed a commitment to excellent customer service that is often lacking in fast-casual dining.“

“The most delicious food. I highly recommend you do take out though. We have been ordering take out from here for years. I wanted my sister and her family to see how delicious it is, so we dined in, and the experience was not good. The owner was rude multiple times. Maybe it’s because we went in 45 minutes before they closed, or maybe it’s because we have kids, but an owner should make customers feel welcomed so they want to come back.“

“the food was great. the server let me taste the smoked plum juice. definitely have to get that next time. staff was friendly and helpful for first time being there.“

“This place is amazing! They still give large portions of food for prices before inflation. I can feed my family of 4 under $50. That's amazing! The staff is very curtious and attentive. They are the best value in town for comfort Chinese American food!“

“Excellent Service at Panda Express on S Houghton Rd!
I visited the Panda Express at 9130 S Houghton Rd, Tucson, AZ 85747 today and had a truly positive experience, largely thanks to the manager, Uyen.
While I wasn't entirely satisfied with the rice, Uyen quickly turned my experience around. I overheard her conducting a very encouraging review with an employee nearby. When she learned about my issue with the rice, she proactively offered me an extra side of noodles, which I really appreciated. It's that kind of attentiveness that makes a great manager!
I was also very impressed by Uyen's leadership style. Listening to her review with her employee, I was struck by how encouraging she was. It was genuinely awesome to witness such positive and supportive leadership in action, and it truly made my day.“

“Delicious pork steamed buns. Great Kung Pao chicken, and the dumplings with spicy chile sauce out of this world. Very nice, underappreciated restaurant with excellent service.“

“The ambiance was nice, which always helps with a good meal. I ordered fried rice, mushroom, and orange chicken. The food is fresh and tastes delicious as usual. The crafted mango guava tea drink was refreshing. The food portion was very generous for the price. The staff was friendly! Panda is always a great place for some quick Asian goodness.“

“This is one of the best food places in the student union simply because they maintain integrity. There are no GrubHub kiosks, so you can always count on using your meal plan here. Staff and managers are friendly and efficient. You'll be in and out quickly even in a long line at lunchtime.GrubHub kiosks in the student union hinder other food places and are detrimental to well-managed establishments.However, the food quality at this Panda Express is not good compared to other franchise locations. You can expect to get a ligament in your chicken and or overcooked/oily food from time to time.“