10 Best Chinese Restaurants In Columbus, Ohio

chinese restaurants in columbus ohio
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When traveling to Ohio, it would be unimaginable if you do not include Columbus in your itinerary. The capital city may be known for its football schools, but there are definitely top-notch attractions to explore. For example, when heading downtown, you will reach Columbus Museum of Art where you can enjoy a stunning collection of European and American paintings. The museum also boasts a sculpture garden that lets you enjoy a pleasant stroll and admire a myriad of sculptures. You should also visit Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Enter the animal kingdom that is inhabited by diverse wildlife from different continents. Making a visit to German Village is also highly recommended as it features brick houses from the 1800s. Of course, you need to think about what to eat during your vacation. A fan of Chinese food? Here is your guide to the best Chinese restaurants in Columbus, Ohio.

1. Jiu Thai Asian Cafe

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

An eatery does not have to be posh and large to be able to provide a pleasant dining experience, like Jiu Thai Asian Cafe. The small and humble diner serves a delectable selection of Chinese dishes with specials like house wonton, vegetable fried rice, and pork dumplings. Soup, cold dishes, and charcoal BBQ are also available. What is more, you can also treat yourself to hand-stretched noodles, pad thai, and beef ramen.

Jiu Thai Asian Cafe

Address: 787 Bethel Rd, Columbus, OH 43214, United States

Website: Jiu Thai Asian Cafe

Opening hours: Mon, Wed - Fri: 11am - 9pm; Sat: 11:30am - 9pm; Sun: 11:30am - 8:30pm (closed on Tue)

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2. Golden Chopsticks

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Golden Chopsticks on Sunday, February 7, 2021

Promising a casual setting and numerous options for traditional Chinese cuisine, Golden Chopsticks is another restaurant that you should check out in Columbus. Taste the authenticity of every dish served at the restaurant. You may want to start with something light like steamed dumplings or fried wonton before moving on to chicken with broccoli, egg foo young with pork or beef with green peppers. Fried rice, Singapore noodle, and spicy pad thai are also available for those who like to indulge in a variety of cuisines.

Golden Chopsticks

Address: 4081 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43228, United States

Website: Golden Chopsticks

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10:30am - 9:30pm; Fri - Sat: 10:30am - 10:30pm; Sun: 11am - 9:30pm

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3. Sunflower Chinese Restaurant & Lounge

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Set in Sawmill Center, Sunflower Chinese Restaurant & Lounge is the right restaurant for those who wish to satisfy their appetite in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Wonton soup and sunflower soup are the popular appetizers here. Then, you can try the spicy Szechuan fish and Peking duck. A selection of drinks, including coffee, soft drinks, and beer, are available to accompany your meal.

Sunflower Chinese Restaurant & Lounge

Address: 7370 Sawmill Rd, Columbus, OH 43235, United States

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:30am - 10pm; Fri: 11:30am - 11pm; Sat: 11am - 11pm; Sun: 11am - 10pm

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4. Ding Ho Restaurant

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Chicken, pork, beef, or seafood—we've got all the protein options for you! Which one is going on your order?

Posted by Ding Ho Restaurant on Wednesday, January 26, 2022

Having served visitors since 1956, Ding Ho Restaurant is a veteran Chinese restaurant that serves not only delectable Chinese cuisine but also liquor and wine. You can fill up on good food here before continuing your adventure in Columbus. For starters, try the barbecued shrimp or Chinese fried chicken wings. Also make sure to enjoy the honey pecan chicken or moo goo gai kew.

Ding Ho Restaurant

Address: 120 Phillipi Rd, Columbus, OH 43228, United States

Website: Ding Ho Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 9:30pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10:30pm; Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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5. Lucky Dragon

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If you are a huge fan of spicy food, Lucky Dragon is a Chinese restaurant you must visit in Columbus. This spacious and casual establishment is best known for its Sichuan specialties that are spicy and addicting, like Szechuan string beah and spicy Szechuan beef. If you want to try the other dishes, they also serve a classic selection of Cantonese dishes. Be sure to order the tiki cocktails, an excellent accompaniment to your meal.

Lucky Dragon

Address: 2800 N High St, Columbus, OH 43202, United States

Website: Lucky Dragon

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 10pm; Sun: 11:30am - 10pm

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6. Fortune Chinese Restaurant

Editor’s note: establishment is permanently closed

Come to Fortune Chinese Restaurant on Dublin Granville Road and get the chance to savor authentic and fresh Chinese dishes that are carefully prepared by the restaurant’s passionate chef. Start right by ordering some egg rolls, spring rolls, and steamed pork dumplings. Be sure to order the dishes recommended by the chef, such as braised whole fish, sesame chicken, and shrimp with black bean sauce.

Fortune Chinese Restaurant

Address: 3635 W Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235, United States

Website: Fortune Chinese Restaurant

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 11pm

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7. Lei's Asian Bistro

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Order to go or delivery !!!

Posted by Lei's Asian Bistro on Thursday, February 28, 2019

If you happen to be traveling to Polaris Neighborhood Center LTD, make a stop at Lei’s Asian Bistro during lunchtime to rest and recharge your energy. You would not be able to resist the tasty pork fried rice, sweet and sour chicken, and Hunan chicken. Their house specials like Szechuan triple and shrimp with scallops are also worth trying.

Lei's Asian Bistro

Address: Polaris Neighborhood Center LTD, 2107 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240, United States

Website: Lei’s Asian Bistro

Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 9:30pm; Sun: 12pm - 9pm (closed on Mon)

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8. Hong Kong House

Editor’s note: establishment is permanently closed

Come to this no-fuss Chinese restaurant called Hong Kong House to enjoy a superb lunch or dinner. Whether you are looking to indulge in some dim sum, seafood, or Sichuan dishes, all are available at this restaurant. Some of the most popular dishes include Szechuan dan dan noodle, fish fillet with pickled cabbage, and diced chicken with dry red chili. Enjoy them with a generous serving of fried rice.

Hong Kong House

Address: 1831 W Henderson Rd, Columbus, OH 43220, United States

Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)

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9. Xi Xia Western Chinese Cuisine

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Kenny Centre Mall is one of the best shopping malls that you should visit in Columbus. While enjoying your time hunting for your favorite items, make sure that you spare some time to stop by Xi Xia Western Chinese Cuisine to awaken your taste buds. As the name says, this eatery serves an excellent combination of both Chinese and Western dishes. Favorites include cucumber in sauce, short ribs, Szechuan spicy chicken leg, and salt and pepper chicken. You will surely leave the restaurant feeling full, happy, and ready to go on with your shopping spree.

Xi Xia Western Chinese Cuisine

Address: 1140 Kenny Centre Mall, Columbus, OH 43220, United States

Website: Xi Xia Western Chinese Cuisine

Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11:30am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11:30am - 9:30pm

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10. Lan Zhou Noodles

Lan Zhou Noodles
Source: Photo by Flickr user Charles Haynes used under CC BY-SA 2.0

Last but not least is Lan Zhou Noodles, a simple but pleasant eatery that is popular among the locals as it serves delicious noodle soups and dumplings as well as chicken and beef dishes. You will not want to say no to crab puffs, mixed cucumber, spiced beef, and sweet and sour pork ribs, will you? If you like vegetables more, you should try their green vegetables with garlic sauce, Szechwan tofu, and spicy eggplant with garlic sauce. And, do not forget about their pork and cabbage dumplings and golden fried rice.

Lan Zhou Noodles

Address: 10 E 12th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201, United States

Website: Lan Zhou Noodles

Opening hours: 11am - 9pm (daily)

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Indulge in delicious Chinese food in Columbus

Dim Sum Breakfast
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What is a vacation without delicious food? The only way to keep your stomach happy at all times and to ensure that you have the energy needed to explore every single corner of Columbus is to tuck in and fill up with delicious dishes. Be sure to visit some of these best Chinese restaurants in Columbus mentioned above.

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