Las Vegas Chinatown has quietly become the city's most authentic dining destination, where locals skip the Strip's overpriced offerings for real-deal Chinese cuisine. From hand-pulled noodles to perfect soup dumplings, this Spring Valley corridor delivers flavors that rival any major Chinatown.
These ten restaurants represent the best of Vegas's Chinese food scene, chosen for their authenticity, consistency, and devoted local followings. Each spot brings something unique to the table, from regional specialties to family recipes passed down through generations.
📍 All 10 Locations
⚡ Quick List
- China Mama — Hand-Pulled Noodle Perfection
- Xiao Long Dumplings — Soup Dumpling Champions
- Palette Tea Lounge & Dim Sum — Elevated Dim Sum
- Pot Master Street Food — Hidden Street Food
- Noodle Pot — Comfort Bowl Masters
- Big Dan Shanxi Taste — Supermarket Noodle Genius
- Fish With You — Sichuan Fish Specialists
- Xiang Wei Xuan — Authentic Hunan Haven
- Capital Seafood Restaurant — Dim Sum Institution
- Rice To-Go — Budget Comfort Classic
1. China Mama
✨ Best for: Hand-Pulled Noodle Perfection
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.6 · 2028 reviews · $$
China Mama dominates the Vegas Chinese scene with impossibly silky xiao long bao that burst with savory pork broth and hand-pulled noodles that arrive at your table still steaming. The mapo tofu here packs serious heat with numbing Sichuan peppercorns, while their kung pao chicken balances sweet, spicy, and nutty flavors perfectly. Families pack the dining room nightly, and for good reason—this is comfort food that tastes like it came straight from someone's grandmother's kitchen, not a commercial operation.
Must-Order:
Xiao Long BaoMapo TofuHand-Pulled Noodles
Insider Tip: Arrive early or on weekdays to avoid the crowds and enjoy a more relaxed dining experience with Mindy's excellent recommendations.
2. Xiao Long Dumplings
✨ Best for: Soup Dumpling Champions
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.4 · 2487 reviews · $$
Xiao Long Dumplings earned its TikTok fame through sheer dumpling mastery, crafting soup dumplings with paper-thin skins that hold lakes of rich, meaty broth. Their pork and vegetable dumplings arrive perfectly pleated and pan-fried to golden perfection, while the green beans get tossed with preserved vegetables and garlic until they're addictive. The spicy edamame provides the perfect cooling contrast to the rich dumplings, and the lightning-fast service means you're never waiting long for your fix.
Must-Order:
Soup DumplingsPork and Vegetable DumplingsGreen Beans
Insider Tip: Call ahead during peak hours since this TikTok-famous spot fills up quickly, especially on weekends.
3. Palette Tea Lounge & Dim Sum
✨ Best for: Elevated Dim Sum
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.4 · 1862 reviews
Palette Tea Lounge elevates the dim sum experience beyond the typical cart service, with made-to-order dishes that showcase real technique and premium ingredients. Their Peking duck arrives with house-made pancakes and perfectly rendered skin that shatters at first bite, while the xiao long bao here rivals any you'll find in the city. The noodle dishes demonstrate serious wok skills, with each strand perfectly coated in complex sauces that balance sweet, salty, and umami notes that keep families returning week after week.
Must-Order:
Peking DuckXiao Long BaoNoodle Dishes
Insider Tip: Visit during early dim sum service for the best selection and most attentive service before the lunch rush hits.
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4. Pot Master Street Food
✨ Best for: Hidden Street Food
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.7 · 593 reviews · $$
Pot Master operates like a true street food stall, serving Sichuan comfort food that locals guard as their secret weapon for authentic Chinese cravings. The mapo tofu here delivers serious heat with silky tofu swimming in crimson oil dotted with numbing peppercorns, while the fish ball wonton soup provides perfect comfort with hand-formed wontons floating in rich, clear broth. Their braised duck falls off the bone and arrives swimming in a sauce so complex you'll want to drink it straight.
Must-Order:
Mapo TofuFish Ball Wonton SoupBraised Duck
Insider Tip: Enter early to secure a table at this hidden gem, as locals pack this cozy spot during dinner hours.
5. Noodle Pot
✨ Best for: Comfort Bowl Masters
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.0 · 692 reviews · $$
Noodle Pot has anchored this Chinatown strip for years with beef noodle soup that converts skeptics into regulars with one slurp of the rich, bone-deep broth. The dan dan noodles pack serious Sichuan heat with ground pork and preserved vegetables creating layers of flavor that build with each bite. Their pork and shrimp wontons get folded by hand daily, creating delicate packages that burst with savory filling, and the prices remain shockingly reasonable for the quality and generous portions.
Must-Order:
Beef Noodle SoupDan Dan NoodlesPork and Shrimp Wontons
Insider Tip: Come during off-peak hours to avoid the dinner rush when locals flood in for authentic noodle fixes.
6. Big Dan Shanxi Taste
✨ Best for: Supermarket Noodle Genius
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.6 · 196 reviews · $$
Big Dan Shanxi Taste hides inside Shun Fat Supermarket like a culinary speakeasy, where a James Beard semi-finalist chef pulls noodles by hand and transforms simple ingredients into Xi'an masterpieces. The hand-pulled noodles arrive with perfect chew and get tossed with complex sauces that showcase this regional cuisine's unique flavors. The savory stir-fries demonstrate serious wok technique, while traditional family recipes create dishes you won't find anywhere else in Vegas, making the hunt through the supermarket completely worth it.
Must-Order:
Hand-pulled NoodlesSavory Stir-friesTraditional Family Recipes
Insider Tip: Enter through Shun Fat Supermarket and turn left to find this unassuming restaurant tucked inside the market.
7. Fish With You
✨ Best for: Sichuan Fish Specialists
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.8 · 145 reviews · $$
Fish With You specializes in Sichuan fish preparations that transform fresh catches into spicy, aromatic masterpieces that locals can't stop talking about. Their signature sour soup with fish balances funky fermented flavors with fresh herbs and tender fish that practically melts in the broth. The Szechuan beef vermicelli delivers serious heat with glass noodles that soak up every drop of the complex sauce, while generous portions mean you'll definitely have leftovers for tomorrow's lunch.
Must-Order:
Sour Soup with FishSzechuan Beef VermicelliFish Dishes
Insider Tip: Take advantage of the ample parking at Shanghai Plaza, making this seafood specialist easily accessible.
8. Xiang Wei Xuan
✨ Best for: Authentic Hunan Haven
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 4.4 · 217 reviews · $$
Xiang Wei Xuan brings authentic Hunan Province flavors to Vegas with dishes that showcase this region's bold, spicy cuisine beyond the typical Hong Kong-style offerings found elsewhere. The griddle chicken arrives sizzling at your table with peppers and onions creating an aromatic cloud that announces your order across the dining room. Their steamed fish, selected from live tanks, gets dressed with ginger and soy for pure, clean flavors, while the lotus root provides a crunchy, refreshing contrast to the meal's heat.
Must-Order:
Griddle ChickenSteamed FishLotus Root
Insider Tip: Arrive early or late to enjoy a more relaxed experience and better service from the friendly staff.
9. Capital Seafood Restaurant
✨ Best for: Dim Sum Institution
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 3.5 · 311 reviews · $$
Capital Seafood Restaurant anchors Vegas dim sum culture with weekend service that draws multi-generational families for traditional cart service and expertly crafted small plates. Their har gow shrimp dumplings showcase translucent wrappers that reveal plump, sweet shrimp within, while the salt and pepper Dungeness crab gets wok-fried with jalapeños until every shell piece carries addictive seasoning. The steamed whole fish with ginger and scallions demonstrates classic Cantonese technique, with silky fish that flakes perfectly and sauce that begs for extra rice.
Must-Order:
Steamed Whole Fish with Ginger and ScallionsHar Gow Shrimp DumplingsSalt and Pepper Dungeness Crab
Insider Tip: Get there early for weekend dim sum as tables fill quickly, and ask servers about the freshest seafood selections.
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10. Rice To-Go
✨ Best for: Budget Comfort Classic
📍 Las Vegas · ⭐ 3.6 · 156 reviews · $
Rice To-Go delivers American-Chinese comfort food without pretense, serving generous portions of crowd-pleasers that have satisfied Vegas families for years without breaking budgets. Their General Tso's chicken achieves the perfect balance of crispy coating and sticky-sweet sauce that defines this dish, while the beef and broccoli provides reliable comfort with tender meat and perfectly cooked vegetables. The orange chicken maintains its fruity-sweet appeal with real orange flavor cutting through the richness, and combination platters stretch dollars further than anywhere else in Chinatown.
Must-Order:
General Tso's ChickenBeef and BroccoliOrange Chicken
Insider Tip: Order combination platters for maximum value, as portions easily serve two people at unbeatable prices.
Tips for Finding Great Chinese Food in Vegas Chinatown
Explore Spring Valley: The best Chinese restaurants cluster along Spring Mountain Road between Jones and Rainbow. This strip contains more authentic options than anywhere else in Nevada.
Ask About Specials: Many restaurants offer regional dishes not listed on English menus. Don't hesitate to ask servers about chef specialties or seasonal preparations.
Visit Shopping Plazas: Shanghai Plaza and other Chinatown shopping centers house multiple restaurants. You can comparison shop and often find hidden gems tucked between markets.
Time Your Visit: Weekday lunches often feature better prices and fresher ingredients, while weekend dim sum service brings out family recipes and special preparations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How We Picked These Spots
We selected these restaurants based on consistent quality, authentic flavors, and devoted local followings rather than tourist popularity. Each spot demonstrates mastery of their specialties while maintaining the reasonable prices that make Chinatown Vegas's best dining value.
Every restaurant on this list has a full profile on our site with photos, hours, reviews, and insider tips.
Last updated: February 2026
