Pearl River Deli is known for their Hainan chicken, but don’t be fooled - there’s so much more going on at this to-go window in Chinatown.

Kim Chuy in Chinatown specializes in the coastal cuisine of Chiu Chow, a city in the eastern part of Guangdong province.

Wong Kok is a fast-paced Cantonese restaurant in Chinatown serving dim sum all day.

Full Moon House is a Chinese seafood restaurant on Hill St. where every day is a celebration.

Phoenix Inn is a certified Chinatown institution, known for their unique mix of traditional Cantonese dishes and modern Chinese-American fare.

Foo Chow is a longstanding Chinatown spot serving a variety of great dishes.

Chinese Friends is a no-frills restaurant on Broadway that serves Chinese-American fare and has no affiliations with NBC (that we know of).

Qin West is an LA mini-chain serving excellent bowls of noodle soups.

Tian’s is a solid option if you’re in Chinatown and craving dim sum.

Golden Lake Eatery is a family-run Cambodian restaurant in Chinatown with excellent lok lak.

Yang Chow is a Chinatown classic known for their famous slippery shrimp.

Ma’s Chinese Islamic is a Chinese restaurant in Anaheim with excellent Halal options and plenty of space for big groups.

Szechuan Place serves our favorite Chinese food in Northridge.

Needle is an order-at-the-counter restaurant in Silver Lake serving Cantonese food.

Mei Wei Jin Hai is a Chinese Islamic restaurant in Monterey Park with fantastic regional dishes.

Alice’s Kitchen is an HK-style cafe in Monterey Park with good food and a great space for big groups.