Chinese Restaurants in Charleston
Discover the best chinese dining experiences Charleston has to offer
XO Brasserie
XO Brasserie is a casual, neighborhood Chinese spot in Charleston known for excellent dumplings, chicken plates, small plates, cocktails and dessert. Service is fast and team-focused—great for a relaxed night out rather than anything formal.
Chef Loong Dim Sum & Soup Dumplings 笼师傅
Chef Loong is a casual spot in Charleston for real-deal dim sum and soup dumplings, not the fast-food Chinese takeout. People rave about the scallion pancakes, shumai with pork and shrimp, and you’ll also find solid beef, pork and chicken dishes.
Pan Garden
Pan Garden is a casual strip-mall Chinese spot people in Charleston order takeout from all the time — think soup, beef, chicken and shrimp dishes done reliably. It’s not fancy, just honest, family-friendly Chinese that’s great for a birthday meal or a regular weeknight.
King BBQ
King BBQ is a casual spot doing Asian–Lowcountry fusion where people rave about the ribs and pork — the chef/owner even made Top Chef finals. It’s been busy since opening, so expect a lively, no-frills meal rather than fine dining.
Great Wall
Great Wall is a casual, family-run Chinese spot locals have been coming to for decades — expect simple, hot dishes like chicken and pork, often ordered to go. Service is efficient and friendly, and it's the kind of place where regulars know what they want.
Old Li‘s Restaurant
Old Li’s is a casual, lively Chinese spot in Charleston that seats over 100 and does big family-style dishes — people rave about the beef, pork, chicken and fish plates. I’ve had their food in-person and via Uber Eats; it’s honest, homey Chinese that’s easy to share.
Beautiful South by Kwei Fei
Beautiful South by Kwei Fei is a casual Chinese spot in Charleston mixing flavors from south of the Yangtze with American Chinese classics — think ribs, chicken, pork and beef dishes that hit the spot. Lots of locals rave (and come back) for the familiar comfort food and friendly service.
Zen Asian Fusion
Zen Asian Fusion is a casual spot locals hit up for reliable Asian and sushi fare — think beef and chicken dishes, tuna rolls, wraps and wings. Pretty popular (4.5 stars, lots of repeat customers), great for takeout or a relaxed weeknight meal.
Chow's Restaurant
Chow's is a no-frills, casual Chinese spot in Charleston that's been around forever — locals mention coming since the '80s. People like the chicken dishes, though some customers gripe they removed items like sweet and sour chicken and egg in the fried rice.
Ichiban Steak House & Asian Fusion
Ichiban Steak House & Asian Fusion is a casual spot in West Ashley that does hibachi-style steak and chicken, plus sushi and Chinese-style soups. Folks say you can get seated quick for lunch and the sushi and hibachi are solid for a spur-of-the-moment meal.
Dragon Palace Chinese Bistro
Dragon Palace Bistro is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in an unassuming mall on Daniel Island where people rave about the chicken, beef, pork and shrimp dishes. Service is friendly, portions are generous, and it feels like one of the only legit Chinese places near Charleston.
Golden Bowl
Golden Bowl is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston that folks like for fast service and decent pork, chicken, beef and those wrappers. Expect straightforward, affordable takeout or dine-in — nothing fancy, just solid, quick Chinese food.
Super Wok
Super Wok is a casual, quiet Chinese spot that locals hit for big portions of chicken, pork, ribs, beef and hearty soups. Great for a quick lunch or an easy family dinner when you want solid, no-fuss takeout.
Asian Garden
Asian Garden is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston where folks rave about their soupy dishes, chicken, beef, shrimp and wings. Reviews are mostly positive (4.3/58) — people say they wished they'd taken photos and “can’t say enough good things” about the food.
Asian Fusion Buffet
Asian Fusion Buffet is a casual, cozy spot where you help yourself to a mix of Chinese and other Asian dishes—think seafood, fish and plenty of shrimp options. Locals say the food is tasty, service is friendly, and it's a quick, no-frills buffet vibe.
Osaka Asian Bistro
Osaka Asian Bistro is a casual West Ashley spot that mixes sushi and Chinese/Japanese plates — expect rolls, tuna, tempura shrimp, soups and salads. Service gets good reviews (Ava mentioned by name), and the Sunny Roll (spicy tuna, tempura shrimp, light rice) is a local favorite.
Bamboo Garden Restaurant
Bamboo Garden is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot and small grocery where you can grab quick, reasonably priced meals like soup and those little piece-style dishes people rave about. It’s not fancy, but locals say the food is good and authentic — handy when good Chinese is hard to find here.
New China Wok
New China Wok is a casual, no-frills spot in Charleston where locals and visitors grab dependable Chinese takeout or dine in. The Chef’s Special Seafood with big shrimp, scallops and crab gets a lot of praise, and people say the seafood and shrimp dishes are consistently fresh.
P.F. Chang's
P.F. Chang’s is a casual, quiet spot downtown where you can get American-style Chinese favorites like ribs, chicken and shrimp, plus sushi and the usual salads and desserts. It’s a solid, no-frills place for lunch or takeout — the hostess was polite and accommodating when I went.
Ocean City Restaurant
Ocean City Restaurant is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston where people rave that "food is always very good here." Customers mention chicken pieces, shrimp, pork and soup — solid, homey dishes at a budget-friendly price.
Green Garden Asian Cuisine
Green Garden Asian Cuisine is a casual, budget-friendly Chinese spot in Charleston with solid soup, pork and chicken dishes and very reasonable prices. The staff are friendly, it's a good lunch stop, and the place feels like a no-frills local favorite.
Chopsticks House
Chopsticks House is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot downtown where locals grab takeout or sit in for classics like pork, beef, chicken and ribs. Reviews say the food is consistently fresh and flavorful, and people are glad the dine-in is open again.
Jiang’s Asian Kitchen
Jiang’s Asian Kitchen is a casual spot in Charleston serving Chinese and Japanese-style plates — think lo mein, spring rolls, chicken, pork, shrimp, and hearty soups. Reviews praise the spring rolls and lo mein; it's a straightforward neighborhood place, not fancy but solid for takeout or a low-key meal.
China Palace
China Palace is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston where people rave about the General Tso chicken, shrimp dishes and wings. It’s mostly takeout since COVID, service is quick (they had my order ready when I arrived).
China Taste
China Taste is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston — people rave about the General Tao’s chicken and the chicken lo-mein, and others mention steak, beef and fries on the menu. It’s inexpensive, food tastes fresh according to reviews, and it’s a solid quick-bite option, not fancy.
Tokyo Express
Tokyo Express is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston that locals hit for reliable beef, shrimp, and the sesame chicken lunch combo. It’s the kind of place that’s always solid—good takeout and affordable prices, nothing fancy.
Peking Gourmet (5300 Rivers Ave, N. Charleston)
Peking Gourmet on Rivers Ave is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot locals hit for shrimp, pork and chicken dishes — people even pick up multiple to-go meals. It’s the kind of place a New York–raised Chinese food fan and asphalt crews from Sanders Bro’s both like for reliable, familiar plates.
Wings & Hibachi R Us
This is a casual, no-frills spot known for wings — especially the honey lemon pepper/ lemon pepper ones people rave about — plus Chinese-style staples like house fried rice, spare ribs, shrimp and burgers on the side. Expect simple, affordable comfort food, not fine dining.
Peking Gourmet Chinese Restaurant
Peking Gourmet is a casual, family-run Chinese spot in Charleston that mostly does straightforward takeout and counter meals. People rave about dishes like chicken, pork, tuna and their wraps — food comes hot and fresh, nothing fancy but solid and friendly.
Great Wall Hibachi
Great Wall Hibachi is a casual, no-frills spot in Charleston where people rave about the beef, chicken, wings, shrimp and big soup portions. Service is friendly and fast — some say everything was amazing, others found a plate just okay, but prices and lunch specials are solid.
China Chef
China Chef is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in town where the chicken, wings and shrimp fried rice come hot and tasty. Portions are big for the price and folks say the food is always fresh and really good.
GREATWALL
GREATWALL is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston known for big portions of chicken, shrimp, and pork dishes. Locals love it for cheap, consistent takeout and plenty of menu options—good for a quick, filling meal.
Hunan
Hunan is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in a shopping center that's reliable for takeout and okay for dine-in. People rave about the shrimp, chicken, soup and wings, and service is generally friendly even if the vibe is basic.
Number One Kitchen
Number One Kitchen is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston that does takeout and delivery — people often order General Tso’s chicken, egg foo young, wings, ribs and even fries. Service can be quick (35 minutes on a phone order), though items like fries have gotten mixed reviews.
ASIAN GOURMET
ASIAN GOURMET is a casual, no-frills spot in Charleston serving Chinese and sushi-ish options — people rave about the Kung Pao Chicken dinner combo, shrimp fried rice, spring rolls and wings. Service can be hit-or-miss, but if you care most about food (like I do), the dishes are solid and worth a stop.
Grand Buffet
Grand Buffet is a casual, budget-friendly Chinese spot in Charleston where folks go for basic chicken dishes and seafood without breaking the bank. Reviews say the food quality is good for the price, though it's nothing fancy — just solid, inexpensive meals.
Great Wall Express
Great Wall Express is a casual, family-friendly Chinese takeout spot that locals keep coming back to for classic chicken and beef dishes. It's nothing fancy but reliable — friendly service, affordable prices, and a place my family has been going to for years.
Oriental Express
Oriental Express is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston known for reliable beef and chicken dishes—good for quick takeout or feeding a hungry teen. Reviews say the food and service are consistently what you expect from fast, everyday Chinese.
Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant
Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant is a casual, no-frills spot in Charleston known for things like honey wings, fried rice (customers ask for no veggies/onions), and fried chicken wings. The chef tries to make people happy and the place gets mixed reviews, but locals keep going back for those dishes.
China East Restaurant
China East is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston where people say the food is okay and the shrimp is worth trying. Service is usually fast and friendly, good for delivery or a quick sit-down.
China Fun
China Fun is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston that does solid soup, seafood with rice and egg rolls, and plenty of beef dishes. Service is friendly, delivery and counter orders are common, and people seem to either love it or be skeptical at first.
New Peking Chinese Restaurant
New Peking is a casual, family-owned spot in Charleston known for quick, consistent Chinese takeout — people mention their soup, pork and beef dishes a lot. With a 3.6 Google rating, it’s straightforward, no-frills food that locals grab when they want reliable, inexpensive Chinese.
Jade Garden
Jade Garden is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot locals like for basic takeout—think pork, beef, and chicken dishes in familiar pieces and portions. It’s not fancy, but people say it’s reliable and plan to order again.
Shuang Xi Kitchen
Shuang Xi Kitchen is a casual, no-frills spot in Charleston for takeout or quick sit-down meals—think chicken and beef dishes, pork, soup and wings. Locals say lots of orders (across visits) have been very good, and last-minute delivery or pickup usually turns out worth it.
Hot Mustard
Hot Mustard is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot downtown where people rave about the chicken and quick takeout — I’ve seen orders placed at 4:40 and arriving by 5:15. It’s laid-back and cheap, though some reviewers mention no air conditioning inside and mixed opinions overall (3.5 stars).
China Buffet
China Buffet is a casual, all-you-can-eat spot in Charleston serving Chinese buffet staples like General Tso’s, fried rice, egg rolls and orange chicken. Folks say the buffet setup is nice but many dishes (including the sauces) don’t match expectations.
Flaming Wok
Flaming Wok is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston known for greasy General Tso, spicy Szechuan beef, and affordable shrimp lo mein. Expect quick service, mixed reviews on consistency, and solid takeout more than a fancy dine-in.
Panda Palace
Panda Palace is a casual, no-frills Chinese spot in Charleston that’s best for cheap takeout or delivery — think crispy General Tso, pork egg rolls, fried rice and soups. Service is usually quick and friendly; portions are generous even if the place gets mixed reviews.