From dim sum carts to Sichuan heat, these independent, community-rooted kitchens capture St. Louis’s Chinese flavors today. Expect hand-pulled noodles, Taiwanese hot pot, and classic American‑Chinese comfort, all verified open and widely praised by trusted local critics.
Chinese Food in St. Louis (2025)
9 Places
From dim sum carts to Sichuan heat, these independent, community-rooted kitchens capture St. Louis’s Chinese flavors today. Expect hand-pulled noodles, Taiwanese hot pot, and classic American‑Chinese comfort, all verified open and widely praised by trusted local critics.
Lu Lu Seafood & Dim Sum
Chinese restaurant
A family-run anchor of the Olive Boulevard corridor, LuLu delivers Cantonese seafood, weekend dim sum, and banquet classics. The mother–daughter team’s long-standing presence and community events make it a go-to that local press regularly highlights.
Cate Zone Chinese Cafe
Chinese restaurant
This University City favorite put Dongbei flavors on the local map with hot crisp fish, cumin beef, and hearty noodles. Featured in Sauce Magazine’s essential list and praised by St. Louis Magazine, it now also has a Chesterfield outpost.
椒点 ChiliSpot
Restaurant
Sichuan cooking with the real peppercorn tingle: mapo tofu, boiled fish with green pepper, and Chongqing chicken. Consistently recommended by the Post‑Dispatch’s critic and favored by the area’s Chinese community for its breadth and bite.
Corner 17
Chinese restaurant
Hand‑pulled noodles made in full view and a menu that spans dumplings, wontons in chili oil, and modern tea drinks. A Delmar Loop favorite with strong community roots and notable coverage from local media and critics.
Tai Ke Shabu Shabu
Taiwanese restaurant
Taiwanese shabu shabu with an induction‑bar setup and a menu that also features three‑cup chicken and popcorn chicken. Recognized by Sauce Magazine in 2025 as essential, it’s an engaging way to explore Taiwanese‑Chinese flavors with friends.
Soup Dumplings STL
Dumpling restaurant
From the team behind Private Kitchen, this casual spot focuses on hand‑made xiao long bao with beautifully seasoned broths. Lauded by Riverfront Times for its singular focus and craftsmanship, it remains a favorite for dumpling devotees.
Wei Hong Seafood Restaurant
Restaurant
A Cantonese bakery and BBQ counter known for roast duck, soy sauce chicken, and classic buns. The takeout format keeps lines moving before holidays; locals rely on it for festival cakes and savory pastries.
Umami Seasons Hotpot
Hot pot restaurant
A newer Delmar Loop arrival offering Taiwanese‑style hot pot in a welcoming setting. Covered by Riverfront Times, it’s an interactive meal where you choose broths and ingredients, great for groups exploring regional Chinese hot pot traditions.
Wonton King
Chinese restaurant
A Hong Kong‑style mainstay with weekend dim sum service, congee, roast meats, and seafood dishes. Noted by Riverfront Times and community directories, it remains a reliable stop for Cantonese comfort along the Olive corridor.
