Sometimes you want a full-on Cantonese feast you can share with the group, with a lazy Susan overloaded with stir-fries and fried rice; sometimes you’re looking for that ultra-authentic Sichuan peppercorn tingle; sometimes you just want American-Chinese classics like a sticky red-glazed sparerib and a crunchy egg roll. These essential Orlando Chinese restaurants will satisfy your cravings.
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Lam’s Garden photo via Lam’s Garden/FacebookHotto Potto
1700 N. Semoran Blvd., 407-930-5366 Meats aren’t too out of the ordinary, though live blue crab, lobster, shrimp and bass keep it interesting. Stock base and spice levels can be adjusted according to taste, though “numb-spicy” isn’t as excruciating as you might think/hope. Open daily, and until 5 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays
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1700 N. Semoran Blvd., 407-930-5366 Meats aren’t too out of the ordinary, though live blue crab, lobster, shrimp and bass keep it interesting. Stock base and spice levels can be adjusted according to taste, though “numb-spicy” isn’t as excruciating as you might think/hope. Open daily, and until 5 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays
Photo by Rob BartlettTasty WokThis modest Cantonese corner noodle house where the dishes are ‘ cheap, authentic and downright delicious ‘ and roasted birds dangle freely. The space is small, relatively unadorned and perpetually bustling with families, though heads are typically buried in bowls. We recommend the curry-infused Singapore rice noodles ($9.50), roast duck ($5.95), and chicken ($5.25), hacked into bite-sized chunks and served with a secret dip ‘ soy sauce and sesame oil were the only ingredients I was able to glean ‘ offer a proper juicy-to-crisp ratio.
Tasty Wok FacebookTasty WokThis modest Cantonese corner noodle house where the dishes are ‘ cheap, authentic and downright delicious ‘ and roasted birds dangle freely. The space is small, relatively unadorned and perpetually bustling with families, though heads are typically buried in bowls. We recommend the curry-infused Singapore rice noodles ($9.50), roast duck ($5.95), and chicken ($5.25), hacked into bite-sized chunks and served with a secret dip ‘ soy sauce and sesame oil were the only ingredients I was able to glean ‘ offer a proper juicy-to-crisp ratio.
Tasty Wok FacebookLam’s Garden
2505 E. Colonial Drive, 407-896-0370 Lam’s Garden finally serves dim sum on rolling carts, but only on the weekends. For chef suggestions, the menu recommends snow flake chicken which comes with oysters and snow peas, emerald shrimp which is coated in cilantro and broccoli, and Mongolian beef that comes with bamboo shoots and scallions coated in spicy sauce.
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2505 E. Colonial Drive, 407-896-0370 Lam’s Garden finally serves dim sum on rolling carts, but only on the weekends. For chef suggestions, the menu recommends snow flake chicken which comes with oysters and snow peas, emerald shrimp which is coated in cilantro and broccoli, and Mongolian beef that comes with bamboo shoots and scallions coated in spicy sauce.
FacebookBento Asian Kitchen + Sushi
151 South Orange Ave., 407-999-8989 Sushi and noodles are all the rage at this cool lunch spot. Handsomely presented “torch rolls” with conch, scallops, salmon, tuna and sriracha are luscious, while spicy red tobiko proffer a proper pop. Bento boxes run the gamut and a bonanza of boba awaits tea-totalers. Known for their affordable yet quality sushi and stir-fry, Bento Cafes have been popping up all over the state.
Bento FacebookBento Asian Kitchen + Sushi
151 South Orange Ave., 407-999-8989 Sushi and noodles are all the rage at this cool lunch spot. Handsomely presented “torch rolls” with conch, scallops, salmon, tuna and sriracha are luscious, while spicy red tobiko proffer a proper pop. Bento boxes run the gamut and a bonanza of boba awaits tea-totalers. Known for their affordable yet quality sushi and stir-fry, Bento Cafes have been popping up all over the state.
Bento FacebookTaste of Chengdu
2030 W. Colonial Drive, 407-839-1983 Your senses will perk by the tongue-numbing, gut-burning pleasures of Tang’s stunning dishes, like the whole lobster hacked and reassembled with its carapace adorned in an alluring mix of chilies, peppercorns, garlic and cilantro like some sort of offering to Zao Jun, the Kitchen God.
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Photo by Rob BartlettTaste of Chengdu
2030 W. Colonial Drive, 407-839-1983 Your senses will perk by the tongue-numbing, gut-burning pleasures of Tang’s stunning dishes, like the whole lobster hacked and reassembled with its carapace adorned in an alluring mix of chilies, peppercorns, garlic and cilantro like some sort of offering to Zao Jun, the Kitchen God.
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Photo by Rob BartlettChuan Lu Garden
1101 E. Colonial Dr, 407-282-3388/ 407-282-3399 Colonialtown’s Chuan Lu Garden employs plenty of fiery stimulants in their authentic, real-deal Sichuan fare. Must-try dishes: cumin lamb, laced with aromatic and mouth-numbing Sichuan peppercorns, and Lanzhou-style beef soup with hand-pulled noodles.
www.chuanlugardenorlando.comChuan Lu Garden
1101 E. Colonial Dr, 407-282-3388/ 407-282-3399 Colonialtown’s Chuan Lu Garden employs plenty of fiery stimulants in their authentic, real-deal Sichuan fare. Must-try dishes: cumin lamb, laced with aromatic and mouth-numbing Sichuan peppercorns, and Lanzhou-style beef soup with hand-pulled noodles.
www.chuanlugardenorlando.comChina Hut
7615 S Orange Blossom Trail, 407-240-0467
China and Peru have enjoyed a long-standing diplomatic friendship; now diners can benefit from their culinary partnership. While the traditional Chinese fare is less than remarkable, the flavors of Peru shine
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7615 S Orange Blossom Trail, 407-240-0467
China and Peru have enjoyed a long-standing diplomatic friendship; now diners can benefit from their culinary partnership. While the traditional Chinese fare is less than remarkable, the flavors of Peru shine
China Hut FacebookEmpire SzechuanEmpire SzechuanHuNan Taste
5148 W. Colonial Drive, 407-930-3188 This is a relatively new restaurant that opened over the summer and serves authentic Hu-Nan style Chinese food. They have been known for serving huge portions that can easily feed a family for an affordable price.
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5148 W. Colonial Drive, 407-930-3188 This is a relatively new restaurant that opened over the summer and serves authentic Hu-Nan style Chinese food. They have been known for serving huge portions that can easily feed a family for an affordable price.
HuNan Taste FacebookJoyful Garden
5210 W. Colonial Drive, 407-270-8810 Newish eatery Joyful Garden Seafoods Restaurant, specializing in popular Hong Kong fare, as well as lesser-known Fuzhou cuisine. Aquariums in the back of the restaurant house a few live critters for the taking, and take we did. One glimpse of the crystal crab’s ($25 per pound) ghostly white exoskeleton had us intrigued enough to drop $50 on a 2-pounder steamed in a simple garlic sauce.
Photo by Rob BartlettJoyful Garden
5210 W. Colonial Drive, 407-270-8810 Newish eatery Joyful Garden Seafoods Restaurant, specializing in popular Hong Kong fare, as well as lesser-known Fuzhou cuisine. Aquariums in the back of the restaurant house a few live critters for the taking, and take we did. One glimpse of the crystal crab’s ($25 per pound) ghostly white exoskeleton had us intrigued enough to drop $50 on a 2-pounder steamed in a simple garlic sauce.
Photo by Rob BartlettMagic Wok
6700 Conroy Road, 407-522-8688 Magic Woks proximity to Dr. Phillips and Isleworth means pro golfers, pro ballers have enjoyed their branded American Chinese and traditional Shanghainese cuisine. We were surprised by their tube-like rice noodles – thick-cut and chewy – mixed with chicken, scallions and celery in a slick sauce. While the stir-fry was nice, it didn’t compare to the beef chow fun ($10), which knocked us over with its heady wok-fired fragrance
Photo by Rob BartlettMagic Wok
6700 Conroy Road, 407-522-8688 Magic Woks proximity to Dr. Phillips and Isleworth means pro golfers, pro ballers have enjoyed their branded American Chinese and traditional Shanghainese cuisine. We were surprised by their tube-like rice noodles – thick-cut and chewy – mixed with chicken, scallions and celery in a slick sauce. While the stir-fry was nice, it didn’t compare to the beef chow fun ($10), which knocked us over with its heady wok-fired fragrance
Photo by Debbie Tea via UnsplashMing’s Bistro
1212 Woodward St, 407-898-9672 The selection is impressive and, more importantly, as authentic as any you’ll find in cities with large Chinese populations. So don’t come expecting to find egg-foo-this and sweet-and-sour that; bastardized Chinese fare can be had up the street at P.F. Chang’s. The dining room is spacious, high-ceilinged and almost proletarian in its essence. Dumplings ‘ shrimp, pork, taro and turnip ‘ are dim sum staples, but a true gauge of a kitchen’s worth is the quality of its chicken feet ($2.50), and this kitchen does ’em right
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1212 Woodward St, 407-898-9672 The selection is impressive and, more importantly, as authentic as any you’ll find in cities with large Chinese populations. So don’t come expecting to find egg-foo-this and sweet-and-sour that; bastardized Chinese fare can be had up the street at P.F. Chang’s. The dining room is spacious, high-ceilinged and almost proletarian in its essence. Dumplings ‘ shrimp, pork, taro and turnip ‘ are dim sum staples, but a true gauge of a kitchen’s worth is the quality of its chicken feet ($2.50), and this kitchen does ’em right
Ming’s Bistro FacebookPeter’s Kitchen Chinese Bistro
3922 E. Colonial Drive, 407-895-8174 Serving Hong Kong style cuisine, Chinese barbecue and live seafood. Much of their menu is filled with crab and lobster, but they are also known to serve steamy pork and and excellent dim sum. As a well known and highly recommended restaurant, Peter’s Kitchen has almost anything you can think of on their diverse menu selection such as Lobster with ginger and scallion ($32.99), pumpkin with egg yolk ($12.95), Crab meat with asparagus soup ($11,50) and for dessert crispy taro dumplings ($3.85)N
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3922 E. Colonial Drive, 407-895-8174 Serving Hong Kong style cuisine, Chinese barbecue and live seafood. Much of their menu is filled with crab and lobster, but they are also known to serve steamy pork and and excellent dim sum. As a well known and highly recommended restaurant, Peter’s Kitchen has almost anything you can think of on their diverse menu selection such as Lobster with ginger and scallion ($32.99), pumpkin with egg yolk ($12.95), Crab meat with asparagus soup ($11,50) and for dessert crispy taro dumplings ($3.85)N
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5600 W. Colonial Drive, 407-290-8008 This Taiwanese restaurant has a variety of interesting foods to order off their menu such as fried oysters, stir fry eggplant with shredded pork, and squid rice noodle soup. This foodie stop has a clean modern look with polished plates and fresh atmosphere.
Teriyaki House FacebookChina Tea
3050 Alafaya Trail Student Activites Center, Oviedo, FL 32765, 407-5421528
A great destination for Taiwanese street food at an affordable price, Taipei 101’s location and prices are perfect for college students on the go and anyone trying to beat the the lunch time rush hour.
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3050 Alafaya Trail Student Activites Center, Oviedo, FL 32765, 407-5421528
A great destination for Taiwanese street food at an affordable price, Taipei 101’s location and prices are perfect for college students on the go and anyone trying to beat the the lunch time rush hour.
Taipei101/FacebookSuper 8 Chinese Restaurant
1455 FL-436, Casselberry, FL 32707, 407-671-8118
This Chinese restaurant serves traditional cuisine that range from tasty noodle dishes to soups and stir fried meats. With a mix of simple and complex flavors and prices that are hard to beat, this restaurant is the perfect place for takeout, delivery of dining in.
Super 8 Chinese Restaurant/FacebookSuper 8 Chinese Restaurant
1455 FL-436, Casselberry, FL 32707, 407-671-8118
This Chinese restaurant serves traditional cuisine that range from tasty noodle dishes to soups and stir fried meats. With a mix of simple and complex flavors and prices that are hard to beat, this restaurant is the perfect place for takeout, delivery of dining in.
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126 N Orlando Ave., Maitland, FL 32751, 407-622-1116
With big portions at a low price, this chinese restaurant is a great option for family dinners or a quick bite. Their lunch specials menu is stacked full of options and they deliver too!
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126 N Orlando Ave., Maitland, FL 32751, 407-622-1116
With big portions at a low price, this chinese restaurant is a great option for family dinners or a quick bite. Their lunch specials menu is stacked full of options and they deliver too!
Adobe ImagesHong Kong Alley’s Kitchen
10625 E Colonial Drive, 407-969-0886
This restaurant serves authentic Cantonese and Chinese cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They also offer Dim Sum and catering and delivery services at a great price.
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10625 E Colonial Drive, 407-969-0886
This restaurant serves authentic Cantonese and Chinese cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They also offer Dim Sum and catering and delivery services at a great price.
Hong Kong Alley’s Kitchen/FacebookChina Brother
2087 Town Center Blvd., 407-854-0886
This family-owned restaurant offers traditional Chinese cuisine at a low price. The laid-back atmosphere is perfect for dining in or takeout without all the fuss.
Google ImagesChina Brother
2087 Town Center Blvd., 407-854-0886
This family-owned restaurant offers traditional Chinese cuisine at a low price. The laid-back atmosphere is perfect for dining in or takeout without all the fuss.
China Brother/FacebookGreen House Chinese Restaurant
12195 S Orange Blossom Trail, 407-438-0988
At the corner of Deerfield Blvd. and Orange Blossom Trail, this Chinese restaurant serve a wide array of traditional cuisine, such as seafood in bird’s nest, Moo Goo Gai Pan, pineapple duck. They offer takeout, delivery services and great lunch specials. br>
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12195 S Orange Blossom Trail, 407-438-0988
At the corner of Deerfield Blvd. and Orange Blossom Trail, this Chinese restaurant serve a wide array of traditional cuisine, such as seafood in bird’s nest, Moo Goo Gai Pan, pineapple duck. They offer takeout, delivery services and great lunch specials.
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