Chinese Food in Modesto

Modesto’s go-to for dim sum, with order-by-sheet favorites like siu mai, rice noodle rolls, and custard buns alongside Cantonese family plates. Longstanding, family-run energy and steady crowds on weekends tell you locals rely on it.

A neighborhood stalwart opened by Bay Area restaurateurs who moved to Modesto in 1994. Expect Mandarin and Cantonese classics—house garlic chicken, hot spicy green beans, honey walnut prawns—and friendly, no-rush service all week.

A beloved, decades-old spot known for its garlic chicken and combo plates. Rebuilt and reopened after a fire, which the Modesto Bee covered, it remains a local fixture for classic Chinese-American comfort.

Family-owned and community-focused for more than a decade, with hearty lunch specials, sizzling platters, and big-portion combo dinners. It’s a reliable, unpretentious choice that locals return to again and again.

Casual, independently owned standby for American Chinese classics—think potstickers, lemon chicken, beef on a stick, and shareable family dinners. Takeout, delivery, and party trays keep it central to neighborhood gatherings.

An Athenian Plaza fixture with old-school combo plates, chicken in foil, and sizzling rice soup. It’s the sort of everyday, family-run spot that anchors weeknight dinners and casual celebrations.

Longtime Modesto address for Chinese-American comfort: orange chicken, Mongolian beef, pork fried rice, and crispy spring rolls. Family-friendly prices and steady takeout make it a dependable option on the east side.

A modest, independently owned shop praised for fried garlic chicken, egg foo young, and big-portioned chow mein. Friendly counter service and value-driven combos keep regulars circulating through the day.

Part hofbrau, part Chinese-American institution downtown—order BBQ pork, chow mein, and sweet-and-sour alongside hofbrau staples. Roadfood spotlighted its cross-cultural character and surprisingly excellent Chinese plates.