3 Best Chinese Restaurants in Carlsbad, CA

Expert-recommended Top 3 Chinese Restaurants in Carlsbad, California. All of our chinese restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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P.F. CHANG'S CARLSBAD

5621 Paseo Del Norte,
Carlsbad, CA 92008 Directions

Since 1993

Specialty:

Gluten Free Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps Gluten Free Mongolian Beef Gluten Free Beef With Broccoli Gluten Free Chang's Spicy Chicken Gluten Free Chicken With Broccoli Gluten Free Mongolian Trio Gluten Free Fried Rice Gluten Free Pad Thai Gluten Free Singapore Street Noodles Gluten Free Egg Drop Soup Gluten Free Chocolate Souffle Spicy Tuna Roll Kung Pao Dragon Roll Shrimp Tempura Roll California Roll Dynamite Roll Egg Drop Soup Wonton Soup Hot and Sour Soup House Salad Asian Caesar Salad Thai Peanut Salad Mandarin Crunch Salad Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts Chili Garlic Green Beans Cold Cucumber Salad

"P.F. Chang's Carlsbad offers an exceptional dining destination for a delightful dinner experience to savor delicious and authentic Chinese cuisine. This modern and fusion-style Chinese restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring a lovely variety of fresh and flavorful dishes. P.F. Chang's Carlsbad presents fresh food which are prepared using traditional and natural ingredients by their skilled chef. The restaurant shows a great selection of vegetarian and vegan options as well. The restaurant has plenty of parking and a great location off the freeway. The wait staff preserves a top level of service and caring. Families dining at P.F. Chang's Carlsbad can expect well-served kids' meals, which include an entree, drink, a side item (such as fresh fruit), and rice. The restaurant provides take-out, delivery, and catering service for customers' events, and they also offer additional entertainment as television and free wifi connectivity, to make the dining experience more memorable. They accept credit cards and Apple Pay to make transactions easy.

2026 Update: P.F. Chang's enhanced the service section by emphasizing guest-focused and attentive customer service. P.F. Chang's added online ordering as a dining convenience option and expanded the use of catering services to include family gatherings, business functions, and special occasions."

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Price:

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Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps $17.29
Mongolian Beef $28.29
APPETIZERS:
Japanese Wok Fired Calamari $17.99
Crispy Eggplant $13.29
Flaming Red Wontons $17.79
Chang's Chicken Lettuce Wraps $17.29
Chang's Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps $17.29
Edamame $11.69
Vegetable Spring Rolls | 3 Count $10.99
Pork Egg Rolls | 2 Count $11.49
Crispy Green Beans $13.29
Pork Dumplings $15.79
Shrimp Dumplings $15.79
Crab Wontons $15.79
Dynamite Shrimp $17.59
BBQ Pork Spare Ribs $18.49
Northern Style Pork Spare Ribs $18.49
MAIN ENTREES:
Stir Fried Eggplant $19.79
Mongolian Beef $28.29
Beef With Broccoli $23.29
Pepper Steak $24.59
Teriyaki Beef $24.59
Kung Pao Beef $23.69
Sesame Beef $24.59
Black Pepper Filet $30.99
Chang's Spicy Chicken $21.29
Crispy Honey Chicken $21.69

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Contact:

(760) 795-0595

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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PANDA EXPRESS

5630 Paseo Del Norte, Suite 141,
Carlsbad, CA 92008 Directions

Since 1983

Specialty:

Honey Sesame Chicken Breast Beijing Beef Honey Walnut Shrimp Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Mushroom Chicken Sweetfire Chicken Breast The Original Orange Chicken Black Pepper Angus Steak String Bean Chicken Breast Super Greens Chow Mein Fried Rice White Steamed Rice Brown Steamed Rice Hot Orange Chicken Broccoli Beef Kung Pao Chicken Chili Crisp Shrimp

"Panda Express serves delicious and authentic Chinese cuisine with more health-conscious options. They supply tasty signature Chinese entrees to a broader audience. The workers are professional, helpful, and attentive. They submit samples and help you with combination options. Panda Express is a multi-branch restaurant; however, its legacy is achieved by delivering the same food quality in all its locations. This commitment ensures that customers can expect the same delicious flavors and culinary experience, regardless of which Panda Express they visit. The restaurant provides outdoor seating to make the dining experience more memorable. Must try their Orange Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, Beijing Beef, Chow Mein, and Honey Walnut Shrimp. The restaurant provides take-out, delivery, and catering services, and they offer extra entertainment as television. They also accept credit cards.

2026 Update: Panda Express online ordering and digital pickup options continue to support convenient meal ordering. Panda Express continues to feature signature American Chinese entrées alongside rice, noodle, and vegetable selections. Mobile app ordering and rewards-related features may be available through official Panda Express platforms."

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Price:

Bowl Starts From $9.80
Plate Starts From $11.80
Bigger Plate Starts From $13.80
Panda Crafted Beverage $3.60
Balanced Protein Plates $1.80
Panda Cub Meal Starts From $8.10
A La Carte Starts From $4.90
Drinks Start From $2.75
Appetizer $2.10
Family Meal (5 Person)$48

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Contact:

(760) 603-8830

Mon-Thu: 10am - 7:30pm
Fri & Sat: 10am - 8:30pm
Sun: 10:30am - 7:30pm

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CHIN 'S SZECHWAN

2820 Roosevelt Street,
Carlsbad, CA 92008 Directions

Since 1976

Specialty:

Moo Shi Chicken Pao Hu Chicken Spicy Honey and Sesame Chicken Sweet and Sour Chicken Szechuan Garlic Chicken Tangerine Chicken Cashew Shrimp Chop Suey Shrimp Imperial Shrimp Ku Ting Crispy Shrimp Kung Pao Shrimp Ma La Shrimp Moo Shi Shrimp Pao Hu Shrimp Shrimp and Snow Peas Shrimp and Szechuan String Beans Spicy Honey and Sesame Shrimp Sweet and Sour Shrimp Szechuan Garlic Shrimp Tangerine Shrimp Walnut Shrimp Hunan Fish Fillet Imperial Fish Fillet Ma La Fish Fillet Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet Szechuan Garlic Fish Fillet Black Pepper Scallops Chop Suey Seafood Hunan Scallops Imperial Scallops

"Chin's Szechwan-Carlsbad proudly serves Chinese cuisine in a classic and elegant dining atmosphere. The wait staff are most welcoming and accommodating, showing their professionalism and attentiveness. The kitchen staff prepare every dish using the freshest and traditional ingredients, which are regularly sourced from local suppliers and farmers, with present their dishes with love and passion. Must try their Hunan Tofu, Kung Pao Tofu, Ma La Tofu, Mapo Tofu, Moo Shi Tofu, Ku Ting Crispy Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, Ma La Chicken, Moo Shi Chicken, Spicy Honey and Sesame Chicken. The restaurant provides take-out, delivery, and catering services for customers' events. They have wheelchair accessibility and accept credit cards for customers' bills.

2026 Update: Chin's Szechwan continues to include vegetarian, vegan-friendly, and gluten-free modification options for eligible dishes. Catering services remain available for group events with appetizer trays, entrée packages, rice, noodle dishes, and beverage options. Current menu offerings include Szechwan specialties, seafood dishes, noodle selections, dumplings, tofu dishes, house specialties, and lunch combinations."

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Best Asian Restaurant by Rancho Magazine in 2010 & 2011
Best Asian/Chinese Restaurant by Pomerado News Readers' Poll in 2014-2019 & 2023
License #4562986

Price:

APPETIZERS:
Egg Roll (2) $8.95
Shanghai Egg Roll (4) $8.95
Crispy Cream Cheese Wontons (5) $7.95
Crispy Chicken Dumplings (8) $10.95
Pot Stickers (8) $14.95
Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings (6) $13.95
Spicy Honey and Sesame Chicken Wings (6) $13.95
Golden Fried Shrimp (6) $13.95
Fried Pork Wonton Crisps (10) $7.95
HOUSE SPECIALTIES:
Black Pepper Beef $18.95
Chop Suey House $18.95
Hunan Fish Fillet $20.95
Imperial Double Happiness $18.95
Ku Ting Crispy Shrimp $19.95
Kung Pao Three Flavor $18.95
Ma La Three Flavor $17.95
Pao Hu Pork $18.95
Shanghai Crispy Pork $17.95
Spicy Honey and Sesame Double Delight $18.95
Sichuan Garlic Chicken $24.95
Tangerine Shrimp $25.95
Walnut Shrimp $27.95
SHRIMP:
Cashew Shrimp Starts From $18.95
Chop Suey Shrimp Starts From $18.95

Discount:

10% off total entree cost when ordering their large catering trays (5–10 people)

Contact:

(760) 729-0348

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11:30am - 8:30pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30 - 9pm

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