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Best Chinese restaurants nearby in Bayside

Pho Hoang

Pho Hoang

4.7
(1k+)
• Vietnamese • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 3.2 mi • 40 min
$5 off on $25+
"I have ordered from Pho Hoang a few times before, and every time it's been good. Although, there are some times where my roasted duck banh mi is lacking in the amount of meat they give me. Which sometimes can be a bit disappointing. However, I received my order today and that was NOT the case at all. Whoever made my banh mi today, I wish you a long and happy life. Hands down one of the best banh mi I have received from Pho Hoang. The portions were generous and delicious as always. The Cantonese Triple Delight is consistently good. Portion size is always great and the food overall is simply amazing. Pho Hoang is my favorite place to order from and I will keep coming back for more, especially if i keep receiving such good banh mi!!"
"Placed order for pick up..Pork was so dry and only a few piece. Vietnamese Spring Rolls (4 Pieces) 越南炸春卷 (4 were also so dry inside the filling and not crispy. Ordered the Fried Crispy Shrimp 炸虾 but was not in the bag. "
Pho Xe Lua 火车头牛肉粉
Rare thin beef, brisket beef, tripe, and tendon. Rice noodle beef soup base. Served with basil lemon sprouts.
$15.83
Cantonese Triple Delight 鸡鸭叉烧饭
Cantonese style Bbq, three slices of meat chicken roasted duck and honey roasted pork with sauteed garlic cabbage over rice.
$14.81
Vietnamese Spring Rolls (4 Pieces) 越南炸春卷 (4
Fried crispy rolls with pork, shrimp, shredded carrots, and taro fine noodles.
$10.88
Pho Fresh Thin Sliced Brisket 熟牛肉河粉 C3
Fresh thin sliced brisket. Rice noodle beef soup base. Served with basil lemon sprouts.
$17.46
Piao Xiang Rice & Noodles 飘香小馆

Piao Xiang Rice & Noodles 飘香小馆

4.7
(30+)
• Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 1.9 mi • 34 min
20% off on $40+
"If you scrolled here looking for ramen I promise you you came to the right place...these folks are the MASTERS of ramen. The portions are perfect, the flavors are perfect, the packaging keeps everything fresh. Would I order here again? I already ordered over 6 times since moving to Queens! And the passion fruit tea is on point! There's no better place than piao Xiang."
"5. 招牌米粉 / 시그니처 쌀국수 / Signature Rice Noodles are delicious!! Great value and excellent service!"
5. 招牌米粉 / 시그니처 쌀국수 / Signature Rice Noodles
汤底:猪骨 大骨头 猪骨汤底。食材:上海青 白菜 西兰花 豆芽 木耳 豆泡 鹌鹑蛋 米粉 。内涵花生类 如果您有食物过敏,请告诉我们。Soup base: Pork bones, large pork bones, pork bone broth. Ingredients: Shanghai bok choy, cabbage, broccoli, bean sprouts, wood ear mushrooms, tofu puffs, quail eggs Rice noodles. Contains peanuts. Please inform us if you have any food allergies.
$14.99
3. 招牌土豆粉 / 시그니처 감자당면 / Signature Potato Noodles
汤底:猪骨 大骨头 猪骨汤底。食材:上海青 白菜 西兰花 豆芽 海带 腐竹 木耳 豆腐丝 豆泡 鹌鹑蛋 蟹棒。内涵花生类 如果您有食物过敏,请告诉我们。Soup base: Pork bones, large pork bones, pork bone broth. Ingredients: Shanghai bok choy, cabbage, broccoli, bean sprouts, seaweed, dried bean curd sticks, wood ear mushrooms, shredded tofu, tofu puffs, quail eggs, crab sticks. Contains peanuts. Please inform us if you have any food allergies.
$16.98
铁板五花肉 / 철판 삼겹살 / Iron Plate Pork Belly
Succulent beef slices over steaming rice, garnished with a hint of onions, served with a side of pickled vegetables.
$16.98
吉野肥牛坂 / 요시노 규동 / Yoshino Beef Rice
Aromatic bone broth infused with spicy mala, packed with vibrant vegetables, mushrooms, tofu, and lotus root slices.
$16.98
Kin House: Chinese Classics by Wonder

Kin House: Chinese Classics by Wonder

American • Chinese
$0 delivery fee • 4.2 mi • 42 min
Beef & Broccoli
What we think about when we crave Chinese flavors: tender marinated beef and crunchy broccoli in a rich ginger-garlic and soy sauce. Served with jasmine rice
$18.48
Pork Egg Rolls
Crispy egg rolls filled with minced pork, cabbage, and carrot. Served with a side of sweet chile sauce
$5.75
General Tso's Chicken
This Chinese-American crowd pleaser is all about the tasty, savory, sweet-tangy sauce our juicy, lightly battered chicken is smothered in, along with broccoli. Topped with scallion and served with a side of jasmine rice
$18.35
Pepper Steak
A satisfying, flavorful classic featuring sliced marinated beef, bell peppers, and onions stir-fried in a savory, peppery sauce. Served with jasmine rice.
$18.35
Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings

Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings

Shanghainese • Chinese
$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 40 min
Newly Added
Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings 南翔小籠包
pork, flour, water, ginger, scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, gelatin broth 猪肉、面粉、水、姜、葱花、酱油、香油、皮冻 Signature pork soup dumplings filled with juicy minced pork and rich broth — delicate skin, savory filling, and a burst of flavor in every bite. 经典招牌原味小笼包,皮薄馅多,汤汁浓郁,猪肉鲜香滑嫩,一口爆汁,回味无穷。
$11.74
Braised Beef Noodle Soup 招牌紅燒牛肉麵
beef shank, wheat noodles, bok choy, soy sauce, beef broth, vegetable oil 牛腱、面条、青菜、酱油、牛骨高汤、植物油 Rich and flavorful beef broth with tender braised beef and chewy noodles — hearty, savory, and deeply satisfying. 汤头浓郁鲜香,牛肉软嫩入味,面条劲道顺滑,口感醇厚、香气四溢。
$17.39
Shanghai Stir-fried Udon 上海粗炒麵
pork, bok choy, udon noodles, house special sauce, vegetable oil 猪肉、青菜、乌冬面、秘制酱汁、植物油 Thick pan-fried noodles tossed with shredded pork and bok choy in a rich house special sauce — savory, smoky, and full of flavor. 面条粗滑香浓,猪肉鲜嫩入味,青菜爽口清香,酱汁浓郁,口感层次丰富。
$15.04
Beef Stir-Fried Udon 牛肉絲粗炒麵
Beef, bok choy, udon noodles, house special sauce, vegetable oil 猪肉、青菜、乌冬面、秘制酱汁、植物油 Thick pan-fried noodles stir-fried with tender beef and bok choy in a rich house special sauce — savory, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. 面条粗滑劲道,牛肉嫩滑多汁,青菜清香爽口,酱香浓郁,口感丰盈饱满。
$17.39
Mr Bo Bo

Mr Bo Bo

4.8
(20+)
• Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 2.4 mi • 28 min
"love finding restaurants like this who just do everything right"
"Cantonese Sausage Rice Casserole 腊肠煲仔饭 are great"
Snowflake Beef Rice Casserole / 雪花牛煲仔饭
Served with broccoli, fried egg & ice tea.
$15.1
Cantonese Sausage Rice Casserole / 腊肠煲仔饭
Served with broccoli, fried egg & ice tea / 配菜:西兰花,煎蛋,和 柠檬茶.
$12.12
Cantonese Sausage Rice Casserole 腊肠煲仔饭
Served with broccoli, fried egg & ice tea / 配菜:西兰花,煎蛋,和 柠檬茶.
$15.71
Taiwanese Grilled Sausage / 台湾烤肠
Served with ice tea / 配柠檬茶.
$3.54
Gao's Crab & Kabob

Gao's Crab & Kabob

4.2
(100+)
• Chinese • Seafood Restaurant
$0 delivery fee • 3.2 mi • 49 min
"Is a awesome restaurant for the night"
"Gave a two only because the seasoning is good m. The fact that you guys charged me 9.00 for three little piece of pork feet is crazy. I will never prefer from guys again 360 BBQ WILL ALWAYS GET MY MONEy. YOU GUYS NEED TO GIVE A BETTER AMOUNT OF FOOD .."
Big Lamb with Fat Skewer 大肥瘦羊(2)
Skewered lamb with a balance of meat and fat, seasoned and grilled, garnished with sesame seeds. Two pieces per order.多汁的羊肉串,肥瘦相间,烤至完美,撒上烧烤料。每份两串。
$6.77
Big Beef With Fat Skewers 大肥瘦牛(2)
Juicy beef skewers marinated and grilled, featuring a balance of tender meat and fat, sprinkled with sesame seeds.多汁的牛肉串经过腌制和烧烤,肥瘦相间,滋滋冒油,烧烤王者。
$6.75
Small Beef With Fat 小肥瘦牛(5)
Tender beef skewers with a balance of lean and fatty cuts, grilled to perfection. Five pieces per serving.嫩牛肉串秘制腌制,肥瘦相间,碳烤美味。
$9.11
Small Lamb With Fat 小肥瘦羊(5)
Tender and juicy lamb skewers marinated and grilled with a savory blend of spices, featuring a balance of lean and fatty cuts. Five skewers per serving.嫩羊肉串经过调味和烤制,肥瘦相间的美味与炭火的完美结合。每份五串。
$9.03
Lucky Mao

Lucky Mao

4.4
(300+)
• Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 7.7 mi • 51 min
Farther away (+$3.99 fee)
"Sichuan Dan Dan Noodles I had never tried Dan Dan noodles before and was curious why so many people talk about them. Now I know - especially from here, they are an instant addiction. The heavy sauce holds the chili, the scallions, and the crushed peanuts to the noodles and gives every bite the maximum flavor possible. The portion was enough for two people, but I decided to have the whole thing for lunch and leave my other dish for later/next day. Later I had a small taste of the Orange Chicken, fried rice and the unusual egg roll from the Lucky Lunch Special Set , but the noodles kept me full till the next day. This gave the flavors of the chicken and the rice even more time to meld, and the portion was large enough for 2 meals. I went with the recommended level of spice heat, I think for me extra chili would have been too much. The delivery was carried in a reusable, Velcro-close insulated bag, the containers are deluxe."
"The food was very fresh and delicious, every time we order the quality is the best, the chicken dishes are cooked and seasoned nicely."
Lucky Dinner Set
Your choice of one entree, base and appetizer
$15.87
General Tso's Chicken
Our signature dish. Boneless chicken, marinated, fried, then wok-fired with dried chilies and whole scallions. Sweet, lightly spiced, and full of flavor. Served with white rice.
$13.17
Lo Mein Noodles
Classic lo mein egg noodles with crisp cabbage, carrots, and your choice of protein.
$13.63
Pan-fried Pork Dumplings
Pan-fried pork dumplings filled with cabbage, green onions, ginger, and sesame oil. Allergens: Wheat, Soy, Sesame.
$9.11
Chief Beef Noodles

Chief Beef Noodles

4.5
(30+)
• Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 38 min
"They make delicious beef brisket noodle."
Braised Beef Brisket Noodle 红烧牛腩米粉(面)
香脆爽口、配粉必备、0添加剂、100%原食材制作
$18.89
Original Broth Beef Shank Noodle(Non-Spicy) 原汤牛腱米粉(面)(无辣)
精选蜂窝小肚、Q弹香辣、0添加剂、100%原食材制作
$14.05
A3 Cucumber Salad A3 凉拌黄瓜
卤味浓郁、流沙蛋芯、0添加剂、100%原食材制作
$5.19
Freshly Blanched Beef Noodle(Non-Spicy) 鲜烫牛肉米粉(面)(无辣)
秘制卤汁、精选前腿小牛腱、0添加剂、100%原食材制作
$17.54
Umi Tea Fried Chicken & Sushi

Umi Tea Fried Chicken & Sushi

4.4
(300+)
• Japanese • Sushi Bar
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 42 min
"The bubbles milks were delish - loved them . The sushi & Pork Gyoza were fresh as always . My fav place "
"The Seafood Ramen was ok, I felt like it was missing something. The sea urchin, omg, it was so good. I just wish it were two for the price they only give you one. Everything was fresh even though it's a little far and it was a little cold. I am happy with my order nothing wrong. Just wish it were two urchin sushi for the price."
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Fixed Ice level Lactaid Milk (冰量限定,无乳糖牛奶)
$13.95
Brown Sugar Bubble Milk 脏脏鲜奶
Oolong milk tea with peach flavor, available cold or hot, and sugar customization from 0% to 100%.
$8.21
Peach Milk Oolong Tea 白桃珍奶
Pork dumplings; choice of steamed or fried.
$8.19
Beef Ramen 牛肉拉面
Pineapple and passion fruit green tea with jelly. Options for ice: regular, less, warm. Sugar levels: 0%, 30%, 50%, 70%, 100%.
$18.05
Yunnan Rice Noodle House

Yunnan Rice Noodle House

4.5
(90+)
• Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 3.2 mi • 39 min
"yummy :) ordered this about 3 times now and only once did they not give me the enoki mushrooms I asked for, sill good!"
"No meat in this noodle just plain fat"
云楠番茄金針菇 肥牛砂鍋米綫 / Yunnan Tomato Rice Noodle Soup in Clay Pot with Beef Slices & Enoki Mushroom
Extra hot and spicy.
$19.88
雲楠原味骨湯过桥米綫 / Yunnan Original Rice Noodle Soup
Hot and spicy.
$17.17
雲楠川味香辣过桥米綫 / Yunnan Rice Noodle Soup with Spicy Sauce
Hot and spicy.
$18.42
牛肉串 / Beef on Stick
Hot and spicy.
$3.25
Chubby Skewers

Chubby Skewers

3.8
(30+)
• Asian • BBQ
$0 delivery fee • 3.2 mi • 43 min
$10 off on $50+
"the A4 beef and A5 Beef & Lamb Skewer Combo very delicious.Golden Fried Mini Buns6 Pcs great with the dip. I would order again."
"Shrimp patty didn't have enough shrimp and also the meat sticks were so small and didn't even reach half way down the stick"
Charcoal-Grilled A5 Wagyu Fatty & Lean Skewers 5Pcs
Freshly charcoal-grilled for a smoky aroma, lightly charred exterior, and tender, flavorful bite.
$9.99
Signature Wagyu Fried Rice
Wagyu and rice wok-fried over high heat for distinct grains and a rich, smoky aroma.
$14.54
Charcoal-Grilled Lamb Skewers 5Pcs
Freshly charcoal-grilled for a smoky aroma, lightly charred exterior, and tender, flavorful bite.
$9.99
Charcoal-Grilled A5 Beef Brisket Skewers 5Pcs
Freshly charcoal-grilled for a smoky aroma, lightly charred exterior, and tender, flavorful bite.
$9.99
Haidilao Hot Pot 海底捞火锅 (139-23 39th Ave)

Haidilao Hot Pot 海底捞火锅 (139-23 39th Ave)

Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 3.2 mi • 54 min
Spicy Malatang
Side dishes: 100g bean sprouts, 3 cabbage leaves, 3 slices of luncheon meat, 2 crispy sausages, 3 quail eggs, 2 pieces of corn, 4 bamboo shoots, 4 tofu puffs, 6 tofu skins [may be substituted depending on the season] Main dish: Rice; Optional: Beverage / Porridge Allergen information: Wheat, soy, fish, eggs, pork, dairy
$24.76
Design Your Own
Priced by add-ons Customize your hot pot w. your preferred level of spiciness & ingredients. Allergy Information: Wheat, Soy, Fish, Eggs, Pork, Dairy
$24.6
Tomato Malatang
Side dishes: 100g bean sprouts, 3 cabbage leaves, 3 slices of luncheon meat, 2 crispy sausages, 3 quail eggs, 2 pieces of corn, 4 bamboo shoots, 4 tofu puffs, 6 tofu skins [may be substituted depending on the season] Main dish: Rice; Optional: Beverage / Porridge Allergen information: Wheat, soy, fish, eggs, pork, dairy
$25.26
Golden Soup Malatang
Side dishes: 5 slices of layered beef tripe, 2 pieces of corn, 6 green bamboo shoots, 2 crispy sausages, 3 Sichuan noodles, 4 tofu puffs, 6 strips of tofu skin, 3 pieces of cabbage; [may change depending on season] Main: rice; optional: fruit / drinks / porridge. Allergen info: This product contains wheat, soy, fish, eggs, pork, and milk.
$25.52
Susuru Sushi & Ramen

Susuru Sushi & Ramen

4.2
(400+)
• Japanese • Sushi Bar
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 41 min
"It always arrives fast! Perfect munchies it's warm and my California Roll looks like a flower bouquet so cute! Look how beautiful and affordable!!"
"The Beef Ramen / 日式牛肉拉面 wasn't so bad. The noodles were good, but the beef was flavorless and chewy. The portion was decent for the price. It wasn't bad for a delivery order, but I wouldn't order it again."
Tonkotsu Ramen / 豚骨拉面
Pork broth, chashu, bamboo shoot,seaweed,half seasoned egg, green onion, black garlic oil, fish cake, corn.
$17.89
Beef Ramen / 日式牛肉拉面
Spicy.
$16.82
Spicy Tuna Roll
Steamed or fried dumpling.
$11.62
California Roll
Clear poke broth, miso base, Japanese hot sesame oil, chashu, bamboo shoot, seaweed, half seasoned egg, green onion, black garlic oil, fish cake, corn.
$7.48
Lali Guras

Lali Guras

4.5
(100+)
• Himalayan/Nepalese • Noodles
$0 delivery fee • 6.9 mi • 47 min
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
"amazing authentic Nepali food "
"I basically order the beef thenthuk every month and it's only $10 for hearty dinner. Cant go wrong. "
Chicken Thali
Chicken Thali typically includes a variety of dishes such as chicken curries,rice traditional curries, daal and a selection of pickles and chutney.
$15
Veg Thali
Vegetable thali typically includes a variety of dishes such as vegetable curry, Rice, daal ,saag Selection of pickles and chutney . .
$12.26
Steam Momo
Soft, delicate steamed dumplings filled with perfectly seasoned meat or vegetables. A classic Nepali comfort food served with a side of authentic, tangy tomato and chili chutney.
$11.18
Chowmein
Rice. pork fried. pork jhol veggie curry lentil green mustard tomato achar mula ko achar red onion and lemon pieces.
$11.49
Baro 1376

Baro 1376

4.3
(100+)
• Asian Fusion • Stew
$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 62 min
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
"The best fried pork and noodles reminded me of kalingpong"
"These momos are absolutely mouthwatering! The perfect blend of flavors and the soft, doughy texture make them irresistible. A must-try for all momo lovers out there! "
Chicken Momo
Tender chicken dumplings served in a savory broth.
$10.06
Pork Thali
Tender pork served with a variety of Nepali-inspired accompaniments.
$14
2.Chicken Chow Mein
Tender beef strips served with a flavorful Nepali-style curry.
$11
Beef Sukuti Thali
Traditional Indian street food snack made with a flavorful chickpea paste.
$16
Happy sushi & ramen

Happy sushi & ramen

4.2
(200+)
• Japanese • Sushi Bar
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 40 min
"The fruit tea was really good, the tea wasn't over powering and the fruit flavor didn't taste artificial. The Takoyaki was also better the any I've had before."
"Food looks nothing like the picture. Egg Drop Soup was thick with pieces of gluten like pieces broth was clear and soup look nothing like the picture. Yuk! Ramen Beef Ramen /日式牛肉拉面 came with two strips of beef.Broccoli with Protein came with no rice"
Beef Ramen /日式牛肉拉面
Pork broth, chashu, bamboo shoot, seaweed, half seasoned egg, green onion, black garlic oil, fish cake,corn
$16.59
Takoyaki / 章鱼小丸子
Steamed or Fried dumpling.
$9.28
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Grilled teriyaki chicken, fish cake, stir-fried bean sprout, bok choy, bamboo shoots, wood ear, red ginger, chopped scallion, boil egg and nori (seaweed).
$8.38
Tonkotsu Ramen / 豚骨拉面
Spicy.
$15.95
ChaHalo茶话弄

ChaHalo茶话弄

4.8
(40+)
• Chinese
$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 42 min
Jasmine Green Milk Tea
Jasmine green tea, as light as an early spring breeze A light, fragrant jasmine green tea with milk. Fresh and floral, with the airy feel of an early spring morning.
$8.01
Osmanthus Oolong Milk Tea
Our best-seller, with over 50 million cups sold worldwide. Osmanthus oolong tea blends with milk, releasing an elegant and uplifting osmanthus fragrance with a lingering roasted aroma. Embrace the osmanthus blossoms falling in a serene and cozy autumn.
$8.08
Orchid Scented Green Milk Tea
The fragrance of orchids in every sip Made with light Maofeng green tea that has a natural orchid like floral note, blended with fresh, sweet milk. Light and fragrant, a good pick for something refreshing.
$8.01
Dancong Oolong Milk Tea
Dan Cong oolong from Chaozhou's high mountains, 400-1000m up Made with Judiaozai Dan Cong oolong from the high mountains of Chaozhou, Guangdong (400 to 1000 meters elevation). Has a clear amber color with almond and dried fruit notes, a rich floral fruity sweetness, and a smooth, lingering finish.
$7.98
Panda Malatang - 3717 Prince St

Panda Malatang - 3717 Prince St

Chinese • Japanese
$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 50 min
"Value Diy Combo hot pot is so good and lots of ingredients. Very delicious and clean!"
Value Diy Combo
customer can choose from all the add-ons with limitations: 4 from the protein and 4 from the vegetable
$22.49
Crispy Fried Pork Trotter
customer can choose from all the add-ons with limitations: 4 from the protein and 4 from the vegetable
$5.99
Lakeside NYC

Lakeside NYC

4.3
(50+)
• Asian Fusion • Japanese
$0 delivery fee • 6.6 mi • 54 min
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
Thali Platter
Basmati rice, lentil soup (dal), seasonal vegetables, house pickles (achar), and papad.
$15.48
Jhol Momo
Steamed dumplings served in a warm, spicy roasted tomato and soybean broth.
$15.79
Steamed Momo
Stir-fried Himalayan noodles with cabbage, carrots, and aromatic spices.
$14.11
Chowmein
Tomato-butter sauce with charred chicken.
$13.69

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