Order the best Chinese near Santa Monica, CA

Best Chinese Restaurants Nearby in Santa Monica

Greenburi

Greenburi

3.8
(10+)
• American • Asian Fusion
$0 delivery fee • 13.8 mi • 67 min
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Chinese Orange Ginger Tofu Bowl
Roasted tofu in citrusy orange-ginger glaze with romaine, green cabbage, carrots, and corn. Topped with pumpkin seeds, wonton strips, puffed rice, and scallion. Gluten-free without wonton strips.
$13.45
Japanese Teriyaki BBQ Chicken Bowl
Tender poached chicken glazed in sweet-savory teriyaki, layered with romaine, red cabbage, carrots, corn, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Sunflower seeds, crispy fried onions, and crunchy rice bring a flavor-packed crunch in every bite. Gluten-free.
$13.94
Chinese Orange Ginger Chicken Bowl
Poached chicken in a tangy-sweet orange ginger vinaigrette with romaine, green cabbage, carrots, and corn. Finished with pumpkin seeds, wonton strips, crispy rice, and sliced green onion. Gluten-free without wonton strips.
$11.95
Japanese Teriyaki BBQ Tofu Bowl
Golden roasted tofu with teriyaki glaze over romaine, red cabbage, carrots, corn, and cherry tomatoes. Sunflower seeds, fried onions, and puffed rice make it irresistibly crunchy. Gluten-free without fried onions.
$10.4
Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box

4.1
(5k+)
• Fast Food • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 9.7 mi • 44 min
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"Always love the milkshakes!! "
"My Two Tacos were delicious with lots of crunch and a tiny bit of spice. My Strawberry Red Daze Red Bull® Infusion w/ Red Bull® Peach Edition was absolutely delicious with lots of fizz and plenty of ice."
Build Your Own Munchie Meal
Pick between 1 of 4 different entrees, 2 sides and a drink to create your own Munchie Meal. We believe in the freedom of choice. 2010 calories.
$15.51
Jumbo Egg Rolls (3)
Our egg rolls are filled with ground pork, cabbage, celery, carrots, onions & spices, with a side of sweet & sour sauce. You can't go wrong, really. 570 calories.
$6.43
Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger™ Combo
2x 100% beef seasoned as it grills, hickory smoked bacon, melty American & Swiss style cheese, ketchup, mustard & mayo on a buttery bun plus fries & drink. 2510 calories.
$16.45
Mini Churros
Bite-sized Mini Churros dusted with cinnamon sugar. Perfect for sharing, with yourself. 350 calories.
$3.19
Lotus & Lime

Lotus & Lime

4.7
(100+)
• Asian Fusion • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 4.0 mi • 39 min
"Best health food ever. Only one I've been happy to order twice. Get the wagyu bowl to start, then the Protein Combo Purple Rice Bowl"
"Incredibly fresh and delicious! Thoughtful layers of taste and texture. Excellent portions. Veggies were crisp and chicken was juicy. Sauces were fire. Will be ordering from here again and again. My friend is a chef and he was very impressed - we keep talking about how fresh and good it was! Get itttt."
Chicken 50-50 Bowl
Our most popular bowl. Chicken and the perfect combo of half purple rice, half mixed greens, with crisp cucumbers, shredded carrots, seasonal snow or snap peas, fresh pear slices, cashews, and fresh cilantro and scallion. Finished with your choice of Lotus & Lime signature sauce — bright Ginger Lime, rich "Peanut" Sauce (nut-free, made with roasted sunflower), or savory Tamarind Garlic. Everything is gluten, dairy free, and peanut free including all sauces. Remove cashews to make it nut free.
$15.3
Pineapple Coconut Green Smoothie
Whole spinach, pineapple, and banana with a dash of lime juice and coconut milk Gluten, dairy, soy free. Zero added sugar. Vegan.
$5.95
Chicken Purple Rice Bowl
Our classic chicken and rice bowl. Tender roasted chicken over fragrant purple rice with crisp cucumbers, shredded carrots, seasonal snow or snap peas, fresh pear slices, cashews, and fresh cilantro and scallion. Finished with your choice of Lotus & Lime signature sauce — bright Ginger Lime, rich "Peanut" Sauce (nut-free, made with roasted sunflower), or savory Tamarind Garlic. Everything is gluten, dairy free, and peanut free including all sauces. Remove cashews to make it nut free.
$15.42
Protein Combo 50-50 Bowl
A little of everything. Half purple rice, half mixed greens, chicken, pork, and organic tofu with crisp cucumbers, shredded carrots, seasonal snow or snap peas, fresh pear slices, cashews, and fresh cilantro and scallion. Finished with your choice of Lotus & Lime signature sauce — bright Ginger Lime, rich "Peanut" Sauce (nut-free, made with roasted sunflower), or savory Tamarind Garlic. Everything is gluten, dairy free, and peanut free including all sauces. Remove cashews to make it nut free.
$17.11
Evans Melts and Wraps

Evans Melts and Wraps

4.6
(70+)
• Mexican • American
$0 delivery fee • 7.7 mi • 52 min
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"The Original Chicken Wrap (chicken, lettuce, tomato, honey mustard)l Great flavor, fresh simple ingredients"
"There was a solid amount of food for the price and it tasted pretty good."
California Wrap (chicken, spring mix, tomato, cucumber, cheese, avocado, honey mustard)
Chicken breast, spring mix, tomato, cucumber, cheese, avocado, honey mustard, Wrapped & rolled on a flour tortilla.
$14.94
Tuna Melt​ (tuna, cheddar cheese, sourdough bread)
Creamy tuna and melted cheddar are packed between griddled sourdough for a crisp, golden finish. A warm, classic melt with rich texture in every bite.
$15.55
Tender Wrap (Romaine, tenders, jack & cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch, avocado)
Delicious wrap with romaine lettuce, chicken tenders, mix cheese, bacon, avocado, & ranch.
$14.58
Chipotle Chicken Melt (jack cheese, grilled chicken breast, chipotle sauce, sour dough bread)
Grilled chicken breast, melted jack cheese, and smoky chipotle sauce come together on toasted sourdough for a warm, creamy melt with a gentle kick.
$18.02
Peet's Coffee

Peet's Coffee

4.8
(3k+)
• Coffee • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 23 min
"The vegan sandwich is amazing "
"The Roasted Turkey Parmesan Ciabatta was yummy and so fresh today, and I don’t know why I procrastinated about ordering the Vegan Morning Glory Muffin . Tastes great, lots of texture. One of my favorite baristas must have made the Café Cortado today - it was just perfect. Thanks everyone! "
Caffe Latte
This coffee house favorite adds silky steamed milk to shots of rich espresso, finished with a layer of foam.
$6.77
Iced Caffe Latte
Cold milk and freshly pulled espresso create this delicious symphony, poured over ice and fresh foam.
$7.2
Featured Dark Roast
A rotation of Peet's signature dark roast coffees, brewed every 30 minutes so you can get the most flavorful, freshest cup.
$4.12
Baridi Cold Brew
Freshly ground Baridi Blend steeped with cold water for 12 hours to produce a sweet, smooth, and refreshing iced coffee without acidity or bitterness.
$5.51
Sunny & Fine's Breakfast Burritos

Sunny & Fine's Breakfast Burritos

4.1
(20+)
• Tex-Mex • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 7.8 mi • 49 min
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15% off on $20+
Build Your Own Burrito
Two scrambled eggs with your choice of meat and/or other toppings wrapped in a fresh tortilla.
$16.01
Bacon Breakfast Burrito
Two scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, breakfast potatoes, and melted cheese wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla.
$13.81
Sausage Breakfast Burrito
Two scrambled eggs, sausage, breakfast potatoes, and melted cheese wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla.
$12.38
Grilled Steak Breakfast Burrito
Two scrambled eggs, crispy turkey bacon, breakfast potatoes, and melted cheese wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla.
$16.55
Din Tai Fung

Din Tai Fung

4.8
(2k+)
• Comfort Food • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"Ugh everything was so good / the green String Beans with Garlic were perfection - the Cucumber Salad were addicting - the Noodles with Spicy Sauce - sun glass noodle ... incredible"
"Ordering from here is my weekly treat. Pork Chop Fried Rice, Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao (10 each), Noodles with Sesame Sauce, Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao (6 each) and trust me, get the Side of House Spicy Sauce and put it on the Pork Chop Fried Rice. Its not cheap, but i enjoy every bite of it and its enough for 2 meals. Everything is delicious and packaged beautifully every time."
Kurobuta Pork Xiao Long Bao (10 each)
Each of our Xiao Long Bao is carefully weighed and folded by hand to achieve our signature Golden Ratio of 18 folds and stuffed with top-quality Kurobuta pork marinated in a blend of carefully-selected seasonings. Paired with the piquant aromas of fresh ginger and green onion, every bite is the perfect bite.
$17.5
String Beans with Garlic
Freshly-cut string beans, coated with minced garlic and tossed over high heat for a savory, umami-packed bite.
$16
Cucumber Salad
Crisp Persian cucumbers combined with cuts of mild fresno chili peppers and sliced, fresh garlic—all tossed together with drizzles of sesame oil and our signature Din Tai Fung chili oil.
$8.93
Fried Rice with Chicken
Tender chicken, delicately-scrambled egg, freshly-chopped green onion, premium Taiwan-grown rice—plus a touch of salt and seasoning—are tossed together over high heat, enhancing the light flavors and carefully-selected textures.
$17.39
Wacky Wok

Wacky Wok

4.4
(2k+)
• Asian Food
$0 delivery fee
$8 off on $55+
"Overpriced, but the soup was full of veggies, was super fresh and tasted homemade. The eggroll was not large by any means. Compared to others it was a small egg roll. Overall it was delicious just not a good value for the price. I'd get the LG soup next time. Wor Wonton Soup 馄饨汤 Jumbo Chicken Egg Roll (0ne piece each order)"
"What a rip off ye mu shu is - 17.99 at least for a small container hidden in a bugger container. Ridic! So smaller portion than what u are paying for. Soup is fine. "
Fried Rice 炒饭
Mixed with your choice of protein, egg and green onions.
$15.19
Steamed Rice 白饭
Spicy. Our popular white meat chicken dish that is carefully fried and served in an orange sauce.
$3.41
Orange Chicken 陈皮鸡
Our most popular soft noodle dish stir-fried in a brown sauce with green onions and cabbage and your choice of protein.
$17.69
Wacky's Lo Mein 捞面
4 pieces. Small size. Mixture of cabbage and shredded carrots and fried until golden brown.
$15
Lee's Chinese Fast Food

Lee's Chinese Fast Food

4.5
(400+)
• Hawaiian • Chinese
$0 delivery fee
"Perfectly cooked and moist chicken , with the OG Hawaiian Mac and white rice 12/10 lunch meal for taste and value"
"Food did not taste good, Salty, not appetizing. "
Combo B
Choice of two entrée with chow mein & fried rice.
$9.94
Eggrolls (2 Pieces)
One item with rice or chow mein.
$2.64
Mini Meal
Choice of one entrée with chow mein & fried rice.
$7.08
Combo A
Chicken wontons served with diced chicken and mixed vegetables.
$8.02
XIBEI 西贝 UCLA

XIBEI 西贝 UCLA

4.6
(60+)
• Chinese • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Beef Short Rib Oil Splashed Hand-Pulled Noodles牛肋骨油泼面
Based on fragrant jasmine green tea, fused with ripe mango and refreshing grapefruit, then blended with smooth coconut milk. Featuring a delicate tea aroma, rich tropical fruit flavor, and a refreshing, naturally sweet finish.
$22.5
Sarku Japan

Sarku Japan

4.7
(4k+)
• Japanese • Asian Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Chicken was nice and well done, great portion and they included a cup of teriyaki sauce :) can't go wrong with this place"
"Ordered double portions of meat and it was the best dollar for dollar value I've had on DoorDash all year. this is my new go-to for the "lunch turns to dinner" meal for sure. "
Chicken Teriyaki Entrée
Our famous chicken teriyaki features tender American Cage-Free chicken marinated in-house daily, cooked to order, and finished with our signature teriyaki sauce. Served with steamed white rice and mixed vegetables. Upgrades to noodles or fried rice available.
$15.18
Chicken & Shrimp Teriyaki Entrée
A craveable combo of tender, American Cage-Free chicken and succulent shrimp, cooked to order with mixed vegetables and finished in our signature teriyaki sauce. Served with steamed white rice. Upgrades to noodles or fried rice available.
$16.48
Chicken Bento
The best of Sarku in one box. Our signature hand marinated chicken teriyaki served with steamed white rice, a fresh salad, 4 California rolls, and 3 dumplings. Upgrade to noodles or fried rice. Some items may vary by location.
$17.54
Chicken & Steak Teriyaki Entrée
Savory chicken and steak cooked to order on the grill with mixed vegetables and our signature teriyaki sauce, served over steamed white rice. Upgrades to noodles or fried rice available.
$20
Joy Luck Kitchen

Joy Luck Kitchen

4.6
(200+)
• Chinese • Cantonese
$0 delivery fee
"Orange Chicken was fire!!! First time ordering here and will definitely order again. Huge portions, good quality, super fresh Side lic Brussel Sproutels. Shared between 2 and have lots of leftovers. We also ordered a large Steamed White Rice (L) though the orange chicken comes with a small white rice. Worth it! We're going in person to pick up next time."
"Cute restaurant, very nice staff, quick preparation of food. Moo Goo Gai Pan was very tasty and good portion. Would order again"
Orange Chicken
Crispy on the outside. Tender on the inside. Stir-fried in our slightly tangerine sauce w. green onions
$18.98
Lo Mein
Classic vegetable egg roll stuffed w. onion, cabbage, celery & carrots. Deep fried to perfection
$17.66
Steamed White Rice (L)
Wok-seared chicken, peanuts, dry chili peppers, red bell peppers, water chestnut & zucchini stir-fried in spicy kung pao sauce
$3.88
Fried Rice
Crispy fried wonton stuffed w. cream cheese
$18.01
Chef Ming's Kitchen

Chef Ming's Kitchen

4.6
(1k+)
• Chinese • Vegan
$0 delivery fee
"Best Chinese food with the best prices in the area. Huge portions leaves you full, I ordered again."
"Wouldn't order again. Taste was almost none existent. Not crispy enough. One of the women helping me mentioned the fact that I took 10 mins to pick up that's no excuse. I cannot wait for MANDARIN Santa Monica to reopen after remodel. Their wings are slightly salty but in a good way. So flavorful! Chef Ming's portion was great! Although I did enjoy anything else."
L30. Sesame Chicken Lunch
Includes egg roll fried rice and choice of green salad or soup of the day. we only use all white meat with chicken dishes.
$15.33
L24. Fish Fillet with Garlic Black Bean Sauce Lunch
Six fried cream cheese wontons.
$15.35
10a. Crab Rangoons
Shrimp and chicken wontons with mixed vegetables.
$9.49
14. Combination Wonton Soup
Includes egg roll fried rice and choice of green salad or soup of the day. we only use all white meat with chicken dishes.
$11.22
Siam Chan

Siam Chan

4.6
(8k+)
• Pickup • Thai
$0 delivery fee
"The portions are very generous. You definitely get your money’s worth. My box was packed so full that they literally had to tape the lid shut because the food was overflowing. I can easily get multiple meals out of one order. Everything always tastes amazing and fresh, and the quality is consistently really good!"
"Really delicious! I buy the pad 51. Pad Thai very often. The portion is big! Definitely enough for two meals. The cabbage and peanuts are very fresh. I will continue to order it many times in the future."
51. Pad Thai
Stir-fried thin rice noodle with egg, chicken, shrimp, bean sprouts, crushed peanuts, and scallions.
$14.17
53. Pad See-Ew
Spicy. Flat rice noodles stir-fried with egg, broccoli and dark soy sauce.
$14.21
4. Egg Roll
Deep-fried wontons stuffed with cream cheese servved with sweet & sour sauce.
$9.78
Thai Iced Tea
Battered and frie chicken pieces stir-fried with orange peel sauce.
$3.89
Yue You Canton Kitchen 粤友记

Yue You Canton Kitchen 粤友记

4.2
(20+)
• Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
$8 off on $30+
Fragrant Beef Rice十里飘香秘制牛肉饭
Secret recipe beef rice. Tender beef with rich gravy, served with rice for an unforgettable taste.
$18
Signature Longjiang Braised Pork Trotter Rice 招牌隆江猪脚饭
Signature Longjiang braised pork knuckle rice. Tender and flavorful pork knuckle with rice, a Cantonese specialty.
$25
Bangkok West Thai

Bangkok West Thai

4.7
(5k+)
• Pickup • Takeout
$0 delivery fee
"The Thai tea is so good like oh my gosh and also since it is in a 12oz cup it is concentrated a little bit and you could pour more milk or whatever you choose to add in your drink to make it last long and it does not taste different!! And that pad Thai with chicken and no egg oof yes get it medium hot and it will HIT each and every time. Good portion size too just enough to fill you up and I will be or don't again for the third time yes I will."
"Mixed veggies are small for $16 but tasty. Pad Thai was surprisingly great. Egg Rolls are cute and the best!! Yellow Curry was okay but super bland. Just because something isn't spicy doesn't mean it shouldn't be seasoned. We will order again. "
Pad Thai (Chef's Special) Ⓥ🥬
Thai rice noodles with chicken and shrimp, egg, tofu, tamarind, Thai chili and bean sprout. Garnish crushed peanut, carrot, red cabbage, cilantro and lime on top. (Can be vegetarian*)
$20.54
Pad Se-Eau Ⓥ🥬
Flat rice noodles stir-fried with broccoli and egg mixed secret sauce with your choice of protein. (No Spicy) (Can be vegetarian*)
$19.61
Egg Rolls Ⓥ🥬
Crispy vegetable spring roll, delicately wrapped and deep-fried in vegetable oil until golden brown. Served warm with sweet and sour sauce. (Vegetarian) ( Contains Garlic* )
$13.2
Thai Green Curry 🌶️Ⓥ🥬
Coconut milk with bamboo shoot, bell pepper and basil leaves in green curry paste and your choice of protein. Hot and Spicy. (Can be vegetarian*)
$21.21
Dumpling Wei

Dumpling Wei

4.7
(100+)
• Cafe • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee
"The food was great and inexpensive! If you're looking for something easy and on the go then this is the place for you. You can also eat inside as well."
"Best Food ever. Perfect portions for the pricing. I would eat here everyday if I could. This is the future of chinese food"
A1. Pork Xiao Long Bao (5) 猪肉小笼包
ground pork, peanuts, green onion, broth filling
$9.52
H9. Garlic String Beans 干煸四季豆
string beans, white garlic sauce
$16
D3. Green Onion Pancake (6) 葱油饼
ground chicken and green onion filling
$5.57
B2. Chicken Potstickers (4) 鸡肉锅贴
smashed cucumbers, garlic & sesame oil sauce, red chilis
$9
Sanook Thai Cuisine

Sanook Thai Cuisine

4.4
(2k+)
• Thai • Asian
$0 delivery fee
"Got the Drunken Noodle and Pad Thai and both were great! Flavorful and with nice heat at Medium level. I'd definitely order again and love the BOGO deal they offer!"
"Drunken Noodle is the perfect portion and great flavor. Gaeng Karee (Yellow Curry) and Gaeng Keiow (Green Curry) were both good but portion should be double for the price as both are quite small with very little curry or ingredients vs other thai restaurants."
Pad Se-ew
Wide rice-noodle, Chinese broccoli, egg, garlic, choice of meats or tofu or veggie. Our Thai version of Chinese Thai classic.
$20.99
Pad Thai
Made from scratch. Rice noodle, bean sprout, garlic chive, egg, tamarind, lime, palm sugar, peanut, and red pepper.
$21.04
Hainanese Chicken & Rice
Tender chicken filet atop aromatic Jasmine rice, jazzed up with garlic and ginger. Comes with two zesty sauces, cucumber slices, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
$19.69
Drunken Noodle
Wide rice-noodle, garlic, baby chili, choice of proteins or vegetable, pepper corn, basil, bell pepper.
$21.43
India's Tandoori Hollywood ( Organic and Halal)

India's Tandoori Hollywood ( Organic and Halal)

4.0
(800+)
• Indian • Pakistani
$0 delivery fee
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"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely delicious! India’s Tandoori Hollywood has some of the best Indian food I’ve ordered in LA. The Chicken Tikka Masala was rich and flavorful, the Tandoori Chicken was perfectly cooked, and the Garlic Naan arrived fresh and soft. Everything tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and authentic. The portions were generous, the packaging was excellent, and my DoorDash order arrived hot and in great condition. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients. Definitely one of my favorite Indian restaurants in Hollywood. Highly recommended — I’ll absolutely order again! 🔥🍛"
"Smelt so good when I opened the bag!!! You know the rice is good enough for 2 people! ($5 rice!!) naan was so heavenly, buttery and soft! I asked for spicy (and I love spicy) and the spice is no joke! Delicious, I will be ordering again. P.S. I asked for utensils & condiments and only received condiments, no napkins or utensils, keep that in mind if you are in an office. "
Basmati Rice
Steamed basmati rice.
$5.61
Alu Samosa
Crispy pockets packed with spiced potatoes, peas, and veggies, paired with zesty mint chutney.
$7.58
Chicken Tikka Masala a la Carte
Tender boneless tandoori chicken tikka in a rich, creamy curry and yogurt sauce. Choose from Spicy, Medium Spicy, or Mild Spicy.
$19.14
Mango Lassi
The best Indian soft drink made with yogurt and mango.
$5.64
Fish and Bowl

Fish and Bowl

4.7
(700+)
• Japanese • Sushi Bar
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Great quality and amount for the price. Im genuinely satisfied and happy to have found this gem! "
"Both the Chirashi Bowl and Salmon Sashimi Bowl had small amounts of fish with unseasoned regular rice instead of seasoned sushi rice. Awful execution and we were both still starving afterward."
Sushi Set
Pick 1 roll (spicy tuna, salmon, California) come with 5 pieces sushi (salmon, tuna, albacore, yellowtail and shrimp) plus edamame.
$22.33
Miso Soup
Japanese bento box come with edamame, miso soup, rice, one choice of appetizers and one choice of roll
$3.72
Bento box
5 pieces
$25.15
Chicken Teriyaki
2 pieces
$16.18

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