50 Best Chinese Restaurants in Denver

“I still crave the soft shell crab lettuce wraps that they removed from their menu! Their chicken latziji is still fire and I still order it to go since I love it so much. I came here to write that they need to bring the soft shell crab lettuce wraps back!!! 😋 also another standby that I miss was the eggplant dish!“

“Generally speaking the food is consistent. House made dumplings and noodles can’t be compared. I should have written something years ago about how great they are. They have another location in Washington Park but I haven’t visited. Overall my family and friends have coming over the years and we are just astonished. It used to be a space where restaurants kept on changing and FWTT has become a staple in Cherry Creek. I hope the community realizes this hidden gem for what it is. Great food, incredible wine and maybe one of the best patios in the area. Pork dumplings and the duck noodles are my go to with a spritz on the patio.“

“Amazing food and drinks. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable !We will definitely be going back!“

“Best scallops I have ever had. Great food, traditional Chinese. The restaurant is “older” don’t expect sleek Americanization. Focus on the great food.“

“We drove 50 miles because it's just that good. Best food and service in town, worth the drive. Very friendly and sweet staff. They make you feel like family. The food.... Amazing! Highly recommend. Best hot and sour soup I've ever had. The Mongolian Beef, FANTASTIC!!!
We'll be back!“

“10 stars 🌟 Incredible experience from start to finish. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Very warm and comfortable environment. Extremely clean and open feeling dining space. Truly a neighborhood restaurant that will always make you want to return for more. Singapore noodles were amazing. The staff really was the highlight of the meal. I felt like family at the table. Holly was very friendly.“

“First of all, not a dine-in place. All delivery or carry-out, just a counter with a small busy kitchen behind it, older Asian men talking to each other as they cook it up back there, and cranking out only deliciousness for the last 40 years (Its on the site)!!
It's all good, truly, but I think their Pork fried rice is the best in town. Ask for it in the cardboard carton so it stays hot longer!!“

“Small, simple family setup serving authentic Chinese dumplings and bowls of noodles. Tried the dumpling sampler with mixed results. The pork dumplings are for sure good. Also enjoyed the meat in the beef noodle bowl, as well as the wontons in the wonton bowl. Both broths were tasty and nourishing. Egg noodles were just ok though. Worth a try!“

“Love this place!! Spicy broth is the best and the special sauce is even better.“

“The flavors were authentic and delicious, but the texture of some of the dishes missed the mark.

Di San Xian (three treasures): Firstly, the standout. We liked this a lot! Flavors were on point and the potatoes and eggplant were cooked perfectly

Char siu (pork shoulder): Tasty, but very tough and dry. It's true that pork shoulder is naturally leaner and tougher than pork belly, but the meat was also cut in a way that made it especially stringy (see last photo where the longest side of the piece follows the grain instead of cutting across it). Would love to have more sauce to offset the dryness, and for the cuts to be made in a way that makes each piece easier to chew!

Laziji (a spicy fried chicken dish): The flavor was perfect, but the chicken was not crispy

I think it's still worth a try. If you aren't familiar with these cuisines, hopefully you'll experience and enjoy these new flavors. They did NOT go easy on seasonings just to make the food more accessible or tame“

“Very friendly and great food for a very good price. I feel welcome when I enter and have had a great experience each time I’ve gone to Chi’s Express. Chi’s appears very clean and sanitary, a welcome change to some other local spots.

The lo mein noodles are the best I’ve had at a by-the-scoop restaurant by a large margin, while the Wontons and Egg Rolls have good taste but aren’t very crunchy… I still like them better than a nearby scoop restaurant with similar prices.

The front of house is always busy during the day so the food is regularly turned over and stays fresh, yet the service is still very fast, both for the pre-made steam table items and to-order meals.

My favorites so far have been the Lo Mein, Orange Chicken and Double Mongolian Beef and Chicken, but I want to try the Volcano Chicken again because the first time I tried it was early in the morning and I think it may have been reheated because it was very tough and I want to give it another shot… As with most similar restaurants, it is probably best to go near lunch time to get the freshest food, especially since they always move fast if there is a line anyways.

I am a big eater, but a single two-scoop combo is still too much for me to finish, but I still sometimes get a three scoop combo and eat half before school, and finish it with the drink for a late lunch, which keeps me fed and satiated for the whole day and keeps me from spending too much at pricy vending machines or ordering delivery!

Some people complain that they add too much rice/noodles to the box, (imagine complaining that you got TOO MUCH food!) but compared to the scoops you get from Panda Express or other local shops, every food portion at Chi’s is very generous, and the container is almost spilling out every time I order! While most restaurants have a measured cup that barely fills the section of the container, Chi’s Express scoops on a much larger portion than any other restaurant would use to fill the two small sections in the to-go container, and the three-scoop combo comes with a generously filled second container that is larger than the side order containers from Panda etc… They definitely do not skimp, and the big side portions are great anyway because they are very delicious.

PS:
I am in no way connected to Chi’s Express… I have simply really enjoyed my new favorite before-school lunch spot that really hits the spot! The economy is tough, and supporting small businesses like Chi’s Express helps keep the community fed for cheap, without putting money into the pockets of the giant corporations that got us into this mess. Buy small, eat big!“

“I went to this restaurant for the first time yesterday, and I’m so glad I did! The owner was super nice and welcoming. I told her I was looking for something fried, and she recommended their new Chicken Cutlet with Garlic Sauce.

I was amazed! 🤩 It was exactly what I was looking for—the chicken was perfectly crispy, and the garlic sauce had just the right amount of flavor. Everything was delicious!

Definitely coming back to try more dishes. Highly recommend giving this place a try! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I love the experience. It was my first time trying that restaurant they were very nice. I love the decor. I love the menu the food taste great.“

“Once we found this place, it became a regular treat for takeout 🥡. Everything we order is consistently delicious. We've tried a variety of dishes and will continue to have this be our go to place for Chinese food. Plus, the owners are kind and proud of what they serve. Hard to find given the construction, yet definitely worth it.“

“Jade Cafe is easily one of my favorite places to eat. The food is always fresh, packed with flavor, and consistently delicious. Every dish I’ve tried has been well-prepared and full of authentic taste.

Beyond the great food, I also appreciate the owners and their willingness to stand by their values. It’s refreshing to support a local business that isn’t afraid to be true to who they are.

If you’re looking for amazing food and a restaurant run by passionate people, Jade Cafe is absolutely worth a visit. Highly recommended!“

“I'm super bummed to write this since wokano has been my comfort spot for 7 years and I order the same thing every time. It's what I get when I'm sad or want a treat to celebrate or a meal that feels like a hug.

Except this order I just got today included a rotten Thai tea which was so beyond unpleasant because I love Thai tea and get it with every order from here. I hope no one has the experience of soiled Thai milk tea. And my sesame tofu only had 2 pieces of broccoli but that's less of an issue than hazardous beverages. I'm just disappointed I guess. Almost everything else from here is great though.“

“Josh was an exceptional server. He had answers to every question we had and made a normal meal into a true experience. Shoutout to Chris who stopped by to check on us and is an amazing personality on the management staff. Great restaurant all around.“

“Had such a good time at PF Chang’s tonight. My wife and I were on a date night without the kids and our server Tanner made it feel really special. Super chill and friendly, actually paid attention, and just made everything easy. He suggested the Mongolian beef and it was so good, and he made some of the best cocktails I’ve had in a while. Food came out perfect, service was smooth, no weird waiting around. Honestly one of those nights where the server makes the whole place feel better. Hope we get him again next time.“

“My best friend and I stopped by for some PHO and potstickers for dinner. I have to say, this was probably some of the best PHO I’ve had here in the Denver metro area! What a hidden gem. I just kind of wish they had one or two more protein options for the pho, but my gosh, what we had was phenomenal. A must try if you like great pho. Now I can hardly wait to go back and try some of their other menu items!

Update: 8/24/2026. We had to go back and try another menu item, the Szechuan Chicken. Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!“

“The food was very good, and the portions were generous. We really enjoyed the dumplings and fried rice. The only issue was that the “Open” sign wasn’t very noticeable. We thought the restaurant was closed and almost gave up after walking quite a distance. Other than that, everything was great. I’d definitely recommend it.“

“I had the Panang curry and a Vietnamese iced coffee to caffeinate myself and help manage the spice.

The food was delicious. Loved the curry, creamy, flavorful, and spicy.

I think I was overcharged on the iced coffee though. I was charged for a milk tea on the register, which was more expensive.

It could've just been an honest mistake though, I wanna have one of their milder dishes next time. So I'm planning on coming back.“

“Good food and atmosphere.“

“We greatly enjoyed Hong Kong Cafe. We had never been there and we found it on line and noticed that they had very good reviews. We had a great meal for 13 people. The service was courteous, fast and excellent and the food portions generous and delicious. I only wish we lived closer so we could visit more often.“

“This is a hidden Gem in lakewood. The food is always great! Highly recommended any of the chef’s special shrimp dishes, we’ve had them all. The sizzling rice soup is the coziest soup in the cold months. The place is run by the sweetest family, always happy to see you.“

“We ate in the dinning room rather than the bar, thus the noise level was just fine and you could hear one another talk. All of our meals were excellent, from Peking duck, Moo Shu pork, short ribs and sushi. The service was a little slow however.“

“really great food, good prices“

“SO YUMMY! My dining companion is not a “trained chef” 😂 whatever below reviewer “Vonna Somethin“ but my partner is picky and we love Peter’s! Our food was delicious and the place was booming with orders so obviously they do things right often if not always! It is the only Cantonese restaurant in Denver that we will order from! The owner is really nice and knows exactly what good service and good meals mean to a person.“

“Unexplainably good. You must go. The happy hour is good“

“Food is deliocus and service is good here. Love to come here with friends. Excellent Vietnamese food.“

“What a great place. Very hole in the wall. And we're im from thats a good thing. Give them your order and few minutes later great food. No bs just fast and clipped service We got the sweet and sour chicken and beef lo main. We will come again. Those 1 stars have to be fake.“

“Excellent food, large portions, friendly service, great prices. We got the orange chicken and lo mein. Both were delicious. Also ordered cheese cake for dessert, but they ran out, which I’m so glad they did because they gave us their mango mousse instead, and it was SO GOOD—I’ll be getting it again next time I order!“

“I guess I’ll leave one… I’ve been coming here since I was maybe 5 or 6… and now I’m 25 and go as I please (well .. it’s far from me now and I take the bus unless I got the funds for an uber) but I’ve loved it every single time … there’s a guy there that i remember when he was working there as a kid .. now we’re both adults and it’s crazy … the two old ladies who run the front are the best and have been .. my mom loves it too.. keep up what yall do.. I’m not even there rn and have not been in weeks but I will return soon ..“

“Went there today and was very happy with their service and the food was absolutely amazing.“

“Customer service and owners are kind and friendly. Food brought out quick. Delicious duck and Pho is exceptional.“

“This food was so good, the service was excellent! Even though we showed up late, she invited us to sit at a table and enjoy our meal in the restaurant. We ordered steamed dumplings, pineapple curry, and drunken noodles. Everything was so good, highly recommend the pineapple curry.“

“Have had this place 3 times. 10/10 it’s amazing and flavorful food. Vibes are great inside, and mein is a super friendly host. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area.

This serving sizes are huge here was one of the meals I did take out for.“

“Good service great food friendly“

“I love this spot but it cold 🥶“

“The Mongolian beef Thai spicy is phenomenal highly recommend this place“

“This is what you get when you ask the locals who has the good quality food.. I will make a point to come back here whenever I’m in town! 🥵 Spicy Yaki-Soba 🌶️ 🔥 Lup cheong (Chinese sausage), added pork belly, garlic, scallion, ginger, baby bok-choy, tri-color peppers, fresno chili, sambal hoisin, miso Mongolian sauce, soy sauce, pistachio, daikon sprouts, Thai basil, cilantro, SO. MUCH. FLAVOR. The best rangoons ever.. 🦀 🧀 🍍 Onion cream cheese, pineapple sweet & sour sauce, scallion, cilantro, tri-color fresno peppers, sambal hoisin (spicy), furikake seasoning And of course some amazing bao buns filled with pork Pics in comments“

“Love this place every dish on the menu satisfies and many fond memories cos I dine here on holidays birthdays and dates. Very generous gracious humble friendly profession staff if you have never tried it reward yourself and check it out. My fave moo shoo pork shrimp egg foo Yung anything to me in. My only complaint is I live 10 miles away.“

“The sweetest young lady smiled at me as soon as I walked in and she loaded me up, I had the orange chicken, fabulous, but I love all the hot fresh shrimp dishes ya all had! They were brimming to the top with big shrimp! The cream chez and crab wontons, I haven't seen any crab anywhere on other menus since Chicago, so glad I found this joint! They have a simple faded sign that says, We have been here forever, tried and true! A place I don't mind walking into! Thank you!“

“Always made fresh and tastes amazing 💯 recommend anyone that loves Chinese food to try this spot and you will be hooked 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“Solid Chinese takeout place. Admiringly I saw them open 1 day a week and wouldn’t pick up phone so I left a wordy review.
The food is the stuff that you’ll crave on any lazy night in. They’re super convenient from downtown and just assume they’re open.

I’ve been multiple times and found them good so it was just odd to see them suddenly gone.“

“Great local spot. It's built to be a take out only place so no seatting except to wait on food. It was my first time here and the lady who took my order was nice and very patient as I decided on what I wanted. I ended up getting a small hot and sour soup and chicken fried rice which were both really good! The portions are also pretty generous and the prices are reasonable compared to other places. All around a great local spot for the neighborhood and nothing beats being able to walk down a block to pick up some good food when I get the craving. I'll definitely be back!“

“This is the most delicious food , we got the sesame chicken , chicken and broccoli, general taos chicken . Wontons and steamed dumplings !!!! I will always come here from now on ! I have not found a great place since we moved from Vail CO and this is our place now !!!“

“good to eat😋“

“Sooo delicious, and best green curry and Mongolian beef I’ve had in Denver in a very long time! Definitely worth the trip from Littleton.

Other: Perfect portions, fresh ingredients, and super fair prices! Excellent service!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I am really happy with the price and portion of the food, and quality is not lacking at all. I could say the hot and sour soup needed a little more sour, but otherwise great and fully loaded with bamboo, mushroom, tofu, all the goodies!
Got all this, Lo mein noodles, Kung pow chicken, crispy noodles, and soup for just under $12. I ate half of this for dinner, (on the pictured dinnerplate is half from those two containers) so could easily be a 2nd meal or feed another person. Great place to check out!

*They also included utensils, napkins, hot mustard, duck sauce, soy sauce, and fortune cookies for free! Excellent!“