Chinese Food in Tucson (2025)

A Tucson original for Guilin rice noodles and house-made wheat noodles, founded by Claire Wang. Featured by Bon Appetit and regularly praised by Tucson Foodie, it’s a go-to for Sizzling Garlic Noodles and Guilin spicy-sour bowls.

Near campus and beloved for northern Chinese comfort—handmade noodles, dumplings, buns, and tea eggs. Highlighted by Tucson Foodie for top dumplings and admired by local critics for value and authenticity.

A Tucson staple where locals return for wok fragrance and Cantonese-Sichuan standards. Tucson Foodie spotlights its Mongolian Tofu and cucumber in garlic sauce; regulars swear by the roast meats and chow fun.

Known for Sichuan specialties—think cumin lamb and peppercorn zing—alongside American-Chinese comforts. Frequently recommended by local food writers; the restaurant emphasizes classic flavors and a broad regional menu.

House-made noodles and dumplings anchor a menu that spans Northern favorites and a few Sichuan hits. Cited by Tucson Foodie among Tucson’s best; regulars love the beef noodle soup and hand-formed dumplings.

Reviewed by This Is Tucson for its Northeastern Chinese stews, meat pies, and a vast regional menu. Order the Jingdong meat pie, soup dumplings, or Dongbei stew; it’s a distinctive counterpoint to Tucson’s Sichuan-leaning scene.

A modern counter-service dim sum spot from a founder connected to Noodleholics and Jun Dynasty. Covered by This Is Tucson and Tucson Foodie; expect siu mai, har gow, soup dumplings, and Portuguese egg tarts all day.

This bare-bones, family-run shop turns out Beijing-style pies, buns, and hand-pulled noodles. Recently profiled by This Is Tucson and included by Tucson Foodie; order tomato-egg noodles, pork-and-scallion pies, and cold cucumber salad.

Beloved by locals for bold flavors, from spicy lamb noodles to griddle-cooked wings. The family operation keeps late hours and an expansive menu; community buzz and steady service show staying power.

A Speedway standby mixing Cantonese-American comfort with noodle soups. Noted in local roundups of noodle shops by Tucson Foodie and This Is Tucson; lunch combos and shrimp noodle soup are smart orders.

A long-running, family-owned favorite known for value-packed lunch specials, vegan-friendly options, and crowd-pleasing classics. The steady following and decades of service make it a true Tucson staple.