Peking duck and kung pao chicken share obvious DNA—their origins, their bold flavors, their power to transform a dull evening. Yet, crispy skin with hoisin sauce wrapped in a pancake delivers a distinctly different thrill than chilies dancing with peanuts in a wok. We’ve savored Atlantic City’s Chinese offerings to find the exceptional. If you crave authentic excitement beyond the usual takeout carton, your search ends here.
Chang He Chinese Kitchen
$ | (609) 347-1188 | WEBSITE
A straightforward dish, really—just chicken and broccoli in a simple sauce. But what makes it memorable is the generous portion and the tender, perfectly cooked chicken. It’s got a savory flavor with a hint of garlic, and the broccoli is coated in just enough sauce to keep it moist without being soggy. Compared to other Chinese spots with their extensive menus, this one is quite limited, but at just under ten dollars, it’s an excellent take-out option for the value.
Hong Kong house
$ | (609) 344-1644 | WEBSITE
The chicken lo mein at Hong Kong House is a local favorite, and skips the usual heavy sauces to let fresh noodles and tender chicken shine. Here, your satisfaction comes in the form of a generous portion that melds with crisp vegetables and savory soy-based seasoning. Order one for reliable delivery, or snag a quick takeout meal on your way through Atlantic City.
Chef King
$ | (609) 344-2377 | WEBSITE
Every element of Chef King’s fried chicken wings is in peak performance mode. The wings are hot and crispy, BBQ spareribs are charred to perfection, and tender beef with broccoli adds a much-needed richness. Always go for the combo platter, which includes flavorful egg rolls and a generous portion of fresh vegetables. The Atlantic City location is busy on weekends, but their takeaway and delivery options have way shorter wait times.
P.F. Chang’s
$$ | (609) 348-4600 | WEBSITE
Among the spots on this guide, P.F. Chang’s wins the most attentive service award by a landslide. Chicken and broccoli, rice, and noodles join those plentiful portions on generous plates of quality ingredients. We like to add extra sauce and finish our meal off with a refreshing drink. For something a little less heavy, they also serve endless options from their robust dinner menu with excellent service from staff like Flora, Sam, and Sonny.
Kwi Noodle House
$$ | (609) 348-4411 | WEBSITE
Kwi Noodle House’s general tsos chicken is unapologetically indulgent, with a glossy sweet-and-spicy glaze coating perfectly crisp pieces of chicken, served alongside steaming white rice. It’s the kind of dish that stays with you for a while, but at this convenient casino spot, there’s plenty of space to settle in and digest—or enjoy a late bite after the show winds down.
Lillie’s Asian Cuisine
$$ | (609) 441-2000 | WEBSITE
Lillie’s Asian Cuisine doesn’t try to reinvent Chinese food. Instead, they serve classic dishes like soft shell crab and lobster, fresh fish, and decent sushi rolls. But everything is executed perfectly: the seafood udon arrives with piles of tender meat, and the Singapore noodles are loaded with flavor. Our favorite is the egg roll, which adds a crispy crunch to the hearty portions. This place gets popular, so to avoid the casino noise, try requesting a private table when you book.
Imperial Inn
$ | (609) 347-8810 | WEBSITE
For authentic Chinese, head to Imperial Inn in Atlantic City when you’re craving something special. While this spot is known for traditional cuisine, they also make the Peking Duck perfectly crisp, with tender meat, a sweet glaze, and a generous amount of hoisin sauce. It’s all served with steamed pancakes and fresh scallions. We’ve been known to order one for dinner and take the leftovers for another meal.
Noodle Bar
$$ | (609) 340-4000 | WEBSITE
We’d slurp just about anything if it came in a steaming bowl at 3am, especially when it’s tucked away behind the baccarat tables. But our go-to order is the five spice beef noodle soup with vegetables. For a couple of extra dollars, you can add wontons to either soup, but we prefer to keep it simple so we can focus on that rich broth with no distractions.
Eastwind Chinese Restaurant & Noodle Bar
$$ | (609) 340-6110 | WEBSITE
Eastwind Chinese Restaurant & Noodle Bar is a Chinese spot in an Atlantic City casino that always keeps a couple classic dishes on rotation. If it’s the capital-F flavorful beef with broccoli with tender slices and perfectly steamed florets, put a busy block on your calendar and do whatever it takes to get there. But what really makes this dish is the savory brown sauce, which should be a legally required component at every Chinese restaurant in the city.
Golden Wok Chinese Restaurant
$ | (609) 449-0688 | WEBSITE
The standout at Golden Wok is the take-out service, and understandably so. Still, their accommodating approach to special requests shouldn’t be overlooked. The kitchen prepares dishes with no oil or cornstarch in a way that feels genuinely considerate, and the whole experience is topped off with decent prices and reliable availability. Choosing to visit despite the area’s reputation will be a decision you’ll look back on as practical in the months ahead.
