Chinese Food in Allentown (2025)
Asia Restaurant
Asian restaurant · Salisbury
Set in a converted house and run by chef-owner Alex Zhong and May Zhong, Asia balances a broad Chinatown-style menu with personal hospitality. Recognized by Lehigh Valley Style and cited by local media, it’s a small operation with big flavors.
Hunan Springs
Chinese restaurant · Wescosville
A family-run fixture since 1994 inside a historic coach house, Hunan Springs is known for steamed whole duck, family-style plates, and a wide Chinese menu. Frequently highlighted by Lehigh Valley Style, it’s a go-to for celebratory dinners.
China King Allentown
Chinese restaurant · Allentown
A West Hamilton stalwart, this family business has been serving Allentown since 1987. The menu sticks to well-made standards and draws loyal regulars who swear by the hot-and-sour soup and crisp fried chicken wings.
Dragon Palace
Chinese restaurant · Allentown
A reliable Airport Road option with an expansive menu and hearty portions. Active on local delivery platforms with solid recent feedback, it’s a convenient pick for late-day takeout or a quick dine-in meal.
New Garden Chinese Restaurant
Chinese restaurant · Allentown
Neighborhood counter-service promising no added MSG and cooking with vegetable oil. Known for reliable fried rice, wings, and late hours, it’s a practical everyday choice that locals keep in their rotation.
88 China Premium Chinese & Asian Cuisine
Chinese restaurant · Lehigh County
A small west-side kitchen turning out well-priced standards plus a few quirky regional throwbacks you don’t often see locally. Friendly service and steady hours make it a handy stop near errands.
Happy Garden
Chinese restaurant · Allentown
Center City standby noted for quick delivery and generous portions. The straightforward menu and late hours keep it popular with nearby residents and night-shift workers looking for a dependable Chinese fix.
Rice Family
Rice restaurant · Allentown
Family-run and versatile, pairing a broad Chinese menu with sushi so mixed groups can share easily. Dishes like ma-la lamb and Shanghai-style pan-fried noodles add interest beyond the basics.
Ume Asian Cuisine
Restaurant · Allentown
A downtown newcomer opened August 30, 2025, blending Chinese staples with Japanese and Thai in a polished setting. Reported by WFMZ, it’s already drawing buzz for sit-down meals on Hamilton.
Hunan Garden
Chinese restaurant · Allentown
A Liberty Street mainstay for classic American-Chinese comforts, with online ordering and long hours. It’s the kind of reliable, family-run counter that anchors weeknight routines in the neighborhood.