25 essential Chinese restaurants in the Detroit area you should have tried by now

From decades-old, family-owned establishments to new fusion spots focusing on contemporary flavors, these restaurants are offering up some of the best Chinese cuisine in the Detroit area.

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The Peterboro
420 Peterboro St., Detroit; 313-833-1111; thepeterboro.com
If you’re in the mood for something more than the classic takeout, the Peterboro features modern cuisine in a chic surrounding, with craft beer and cocktails available as well.
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The Peterboro

420 Peterboro St., Detroit; 313-833-1111; thepeterboro.com
If you’re in the mood for something more than the classic takeout, the Peterboro features modern cuisine in a chic surrounding, with craft beer and cocktails available as well.

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Shangri-La
6407 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield (Orchard Mall); 248-626-8585; dineshangrila.com
Visitors enjoy Shangri-La’s dim sum, as well as its cashew chicken and seafood. Residents come here for a tasty dinner at an affordable price.
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Shangri-La

6407 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield (Orchard Mall); 248-626-8585; dineshangrila.com
Visitors enjoy Shangri-La’s dim sum, as well as its cashew chicken and seafood. Residents come here for a tasty dinner at an affordable price.

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Midtown Shangri-La
4710 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-974-7669; midtownshangri-la.com
Shangri-La is the name of a mythical Tibetan paradise, and this restaurant is fairly close. Inside you’ll find a full bar as well as a plethora of menu options.
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Midtown Shangri-La

4710 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-974-7669; midtownshangri-la.com
Shangri-La is the name of a mythical Tibetan paradise, and this restaurant is fairly close. Inside you’ll find a full bar as well as a plethora of menu options.

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Trizest
33170 Dequindre Rd., Sterling Heights; 586-268-1450; trizest.com
Trizest specializes in Sichuan cuisine. It is also known for their stir-fried cabbage, bean and curd fish, and squirrel-shaped fish.
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Trizest

33170 Dequindre Rd., Sterling Heights; 586-268-1450; trizest.com
Trizest specializes in Sichuan cuisine. It is also known for their stir-fried cabbage, bean and curd fish, and squirrel-shaped fish.

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Hong Moy
7415 Harper Ave., Detroit; 313-922-2690
With over two decades under its belt, Hong Moy is positioned to please the pickiest customers. The restaurant features all the classics and then some on the menu.
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Hong Moy

7415 Harper Ave., Detroit; 313-922-2690
With over two decades under its belt, Hong Moy is positioned to please the pickiest customers. The restaurant features all the classics and then some on the menu.

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Rainbow Restaurant
22048 Farmington Rd., Farmington (Farmington Crossroads); 248-427-8265; raindowfarmington.com
With affordable lunch and dinner options, Rainbow gives you the option to order from a large selection of entrees or combo meals, which feature chicken, shrimp, or veggies.
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Rainbow Restaurant

22048 Farmington Rd., Farmington (Farmington Crossroads); 248-427-8265; raindowfarmington.com
With affordable lunch and dinner options, Rainbow gives you the option to order from a large selection of entrees or combo meals, which feature chicken, shrimp, or veggies.

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Dynasty Chinese
1115 W. Warren Ave., Detroit; 313-832-8999; dynastydetroit.com
Dynasty Chinese is an affordable location often frequented by Wayne State students. No one knows good, cheap Chinese takeout like a college kid.
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Dynasty Chinese

1115 W. Warren Ave., Detroit; 313-832-8999; dynastydetroit.com
Dynasty Chinese is an affordable location often frequented by Wayne State students. No one knows good, cheap Chinese takeout like a college kid.

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Jade Palace
13351 W. 10 Mile Rd., Oak Park; 248-545-8088; go2jadepalace.com
Featuring an assortment of classic Chinese dishes and takeout, Jade Palace also has the space to host larger groups or families.
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Jade Palace

13351 W. 10 Mile Rd., Oak Park; 248-545-8088; go2jadepalace.com
Featuring an assortment of classic Chinese dishes and takeout, Jade Palace also has the space to host larger groups or families.

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Kwong Village
6600 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-897-8789
Kwong’s food and customer service has helped the eatery to establish itself as a go-to spot for quality takeout and dine-in services.
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Kwong Village

6600 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-897-8789
Kwong’s food and customer service has helped the eatery to establish itself as a go-to spot for quality takeout and dine-in services.

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Red Star
13944 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-581-1451; redstardearborn.com
Vegans can enjoy Red Star, as almost everything on the menu is or can be vegan. It includes vegan hunan beef, vegan general tso, vegan almond chicken, and more. It also serves Halal.
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Red Star

13944 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-581-1451; redstardearborn.com
Vegans can enjoy Red Star, as almost everything on the menu is or can be vegan. It includes vegan hunan beef, vegan general tso, vegan almond chicken, and more. It also serves Halal.

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China House
14361 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-935-8888; grubhub.com/restaurant/china-house
China House promotes itself as unpretentious with fantastic service. Come to grab a quick bite to eat and stay for the flavors and relaxing environment.
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China House

14361 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-935-8888; grubhub.com/restaurant/china-house
China House promotes itself as unpretentious with fantastic service. Come to grab a quick bite to eat and stay for the flavors and relaxing environment.

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Wing Hong Restaurant
18203 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield; 248-569-5527; winghong.info
Wing Hong has all the regular options available, and also features a Dim Sum menu.
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Wing Hong Restaurant

18203 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield; 248-569-5527; winghong.info
Wing Hong has all the regular options available, and also features a Dim Sum menu.

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New China One
7414 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-872-8888; newchina1detroit.com
New China One offers all the favorites, like Kung Pao Chicken and more. This eatery features vegetarian, seafood, and meat dishes with fresh ingredients.
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New China One

7414 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-872-8888; newchina1detroit.com
New China One offers all the favorites, like Kung Pao Chicken and more. This eatery features vegetarian, seafood, and meat dishes with fresh ingredients.

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Hong Hua
27925 Orchard Lake Rd., Farmington Hills (Orchard 12 Plaza Shopping Center); 248-489-2280; honghuafinedining.com
With vegan and vegetarian options, Hong Hua has a wide variety of dishes. Customers enjoy its dumplings, Peking duck, and beef dishes.
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Hong Hua

27925 Orchard Lake Rd., Farmington Hills (Orchard 12 Plaza Shopping Center); 248-489-2280; honghuafinedining.com
With vegan and vegetarian options, Hong Hua has a wide variety of dishes. Customers enjoy its dumplings, Peking duck, and beef dishes.

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China Wok
18670 Livernois, Detroit; 313-864-8899; chineserestaurant.business.site
Like the cooking vessel its named after, China Wok serves up massive portions for a great price.
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China Wok

18670 Livernois, Detroit; 313-864-8899; chineserestaurant.business.site
Like the cooking vessel its named after, China Wok serves up massive portions for a great price.

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Chen’s Noodle
30491 John R Rd., Madison Heights; 248-588-7823
Serving unique dishes, Chen’s Noodle specializes in wontons, tofu, duck, buns, rolls, and more. Its noodles and noodle soups are customers’ favorites.
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Chen’s Noodle

30491 John R Rd., Madison Heights; 248-588-7823
Serving unique dishes, Chen’s Noodle specializes in wontons, tofu, duck, buns, rolls, and more. Its noodles and noodle soups are customers’ favorites.

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Pekin Pavillion
6905 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; 313-259-1510; pekinpaviliondetroit.com
With a location right outside of Belle Isle, Pekin’s is the perfect spot to eat takeout and enjoy a view of the river and Detroit’s skyline.
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Pekin Pavillion

6905 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; 313-259-1510; pekinpaviliondetroit.com
With a location right outside of Belle Isle, Pekin’s is the perfect spot to eat takeout and enjoy a view of the river and Detroit’s skyline.

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Szechuan Gourmet
3951 Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield Hills; 248-988-9333; szechuangourmet.com
With daily specials, Szechuan Gourmet has affordable dishes such as steaks, chicken, soups, ribs, and wings.
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Szechuan Gourmet

3951 Telegraph Rd., Bloomfield Hills; 248-988-9333; szechuangourmet.com
With daily specials, Szechuan Gourmet has affordable dishes such as steaks, chicken, soups, ribs, and wings.

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Paradise Chop Suey
9333 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313-931-5911; paradisechopsueydetroit.com
Paradise is known for taking classic takeout dishes and updating them with modern interpretations.
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Paradise Chop Suey

9333 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313-931-5911; paradisechopsueydetroit.com
Paradise is known for taking classic takeout dishes and updating them with modern interpretations.

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Peking House
215 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak; 248-545-2700; pekinghousemi.com
Peking House is known for serving large portions. Visitors can enjoy a Chinese meal in the heart of Downtown Royal Oak.
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Peking House

215 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak; 248-545-2700; pekinghousemi.com
Peking House is known for serving large portions. Visitors can enjoy a Chinese meal in the heart of Downtown Royal Oak.

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