Bridgeport’s Chinese food scene is legendary in Connecticut. But most visitors only know the neon-lit storefronts along Main Street. Beyond the takeout counters and weekend dim sum crowds, there are culinary gems where families have perfected recipes for generations. Discover the authentic flavors that make this city’s Chinese dining truly exceptional at these ten standout restaurants.
Oriental – Chinese Restaurant
$ | (203) 368-1571 | WEBSITE
Fried chicken is obviously great, but deciding between takeout or delivery can be stressful. You don’t have to do that at Oriental – Chinese Restaurant, because the food here arrives hot either way. This welcoming spot should be where you go to stock up for authentic Chinese meals with plenty of leftovers.
Peking Restaurant
$ | (203) 331-0088 | WEBSITE
If you’re looking for a place to eat Chinese food in Bridgeport that won’t be confused for a takeout joint with fluorescent lighting, you don’t have a ton of options. But you do have Peking Restaurant, a welcoming spot that feels like a neighborhood favorite, only the standard egg rolls have been replaced with unique twists like wingettes in their dishes—and despite the fact that it’s close enough to downtown to hear the city buzz, there are no generic buffets or rushed service.
If you’re hungry, order something from their menu of flavorful classics like General Tso’s chicken or their signature chicken wings.
Fortune Cookie Kitchen
$ | (203) 332-1877 | WEBSITE
If you’re in Bridgeport, Fortune Cookie Kitchen is probably already your go-to Chinese take-out spot, because no matter how many other menus you look at you’re always going to want more of those egg rolls. Our favorite is the fried rice with duck sauce, but just about everything at this friendly little counter-service spot is worth trying. It’s got generous portions that feel bigger than the restaurant itself when you’re digging in, too.
Kitchen No.1
$ | (203) 368-9898 | WEBSITE
If you’re someone who misses the days of eating Chinese food in a dining room, you’ll appreciate Kitchen No.1, because with their upgraded packaging and quality chopsticks, it probably feels a lot like a proper meal. For the rest of us, it’s still a great place to order from, and not just because there’s always ample parking right outside.
This take-out only spot doesn’t have any tables, but it does have quick service and a menu of saucy chicken and broccoli with generous portions that would really impress you if they were served at a family gathering.
Fei Ma Restaurant
$ | (203) 373-9522 | WEBSITE
At Fei Ma Restaurant, you can always count on a bustling dining room, the sizzle of woks echoing from the kitchen, and tables tucked into a cozy space that feels like a neighborhood secret. Fei Ma isn’t just quick, though. The Chinese menu is outstanding. Start with the General Tso’s Wontons, navigate the saucy richness of the Beef Teriyaki, and definitely get generous portions that leave you satisfied without breaking the bank—most dishes hover around $12-$18.
It’s the go-to spot for delicious Chinese cuisine in Bridgeport’s North End.
Peking Garden Chinese Restaurant
$ | (203) 335-5958 | WEBSITE
Peking Garden focuses on classic Chinese-American fare, and first-timers here should get the boneless spare ribs. Crispy and glazed, the pork tastes almost like candy, and comes served over just a scoop of rice that’s all tucked into a takeout container. They also have great options like pork fried rice with a bit of crunch from the wok-seared grains and perfectly fried chicken wings with skin straight from the fryer.
They get busy around 7pm on the weekend and don’t take credit cards, but you can usually walk in and grab a spot at one of the simple tables.
China Sky Chinese Restaurant
$ | (203) 366-4753 | WEBSITE
China Sky falls right into that sweet spot of Chinese restaurants that aren’t quite destination dining for anniversaries, but definitely outclass your average takeout joint. It’s a spacious place, so you can typically drop by and find seating without a fuss, yet it maintains a warm, neighborhood vibe with friendly staff who’ve been welcoming regulars for years.
They offer more than just the classics too, with standout Crab Rangoons and consistently good dishes whether you’re dining in or grabbing food to go.
Family Garden
$ | (203) 335-0506 | WEBSITE
Family Garden delivers white tablecloth-worthy Chinese food brought to you in a clean, welcoming space with prices that beat the market standard. The fried rice is as good as you’ve heard, but it’s not the only thing you should be eating here. The meals are prepared with love and high quality, the service is excellent, and you’ll have trouble slowing down once you start enjoying the friendly atmosphere.
New Kitchen
$ | (203) 334-3838 | WEBSITE
Being able to find authentic pork fried rice that arrives hot and perfectly seasoned on a busy Friday night should be an enumerated Constitutional right. Until that day comes, we at least have New Kitchen. This exceptional Chinese restaurant is the type of place that only locals know about, and while the food isn’t going to blow you away, you’ll come to regard their fresh, tasty dishes like old friends.
Hong Kong Express
$ | (203) 372-3888 | WEBSITE
Hong Kong Express has been serving Bridgeport for years, but it remains the top choice for Chinese food in the area. The cozy dining room has plenty of tables and a kitchen turning out classics like orange chicken and house special lo mein. The real reason you’re here though is for the food. We love its signature orange chicken, a craveable dish with crispy texture and sweet-savory sauce.
Other standouts include the egg rolls, a family recipe that we (and all of our takeout-loving friends) can’t get enough of.
