Asian food is becoming increasingly popular in the United States, thanks to a growing number of restaurants that offer an authentic, home-cooked experience. In addition to traditional Chinese dishes, there are also many Asian fusion restaurants that combine flavors from different cultures.
If you’re looking for something a little more adventurous, you can find a great selection of Asian-inspired restaurants in Detroit. From sushi to ramen, you’ll be able to find something that fits your needs and tastes.
Chuan Tian Xia
When you want to try something a little different from the usual Chinese fare, you can always head to Chuan Tian Xia. This restaurant in Sunset Park, Brooklyn is a newcomer to the scene and has already gained a loyal following for its fiery dishes.
Its menu, a work of art in itself, offers a selection of spicy Szechuan dishes that are perfect for a night out on the town. You can order everything from pineapple fried rice served in a pineapple with pink shrimp to Chongqing spicy chicken, a dish whose flaming Chengdu dumplings are topped with ground pork in a puddle of chili oil and dried chilies.
If you’re a fan of spicy Chinese food, you can also check out Han Dynasty, a popular restaurant in the East Village. The dan dan noodles are the star of this popular spot, but they also serve up a delicious cumin lamb burger.
You can get your Chinese fix from a number of restaurants around NYC, but you should consider taking a trip out of the city to savor some of the best Asian cuisine. Here are a few of our favorite spots that have amazing Chinese cuisine and a great atmosphere to boot.
This Shanghai restaurant in Bayside, Queens serves up some of the best soup dumplings in town. The small dumplings are thin skinned and bulging with delicate gravy, making them a must-try. It also has a variety of other Shanghai specialties including West Lake beef soup, and you can order carryout or delivery.
Public Village
They also have a great selection of Jian bing, which is a Chinese crepe-like dish with fillings that range from spicy ramen to Peking duck. The restaurant's roasted cold noodles and crispy beef patties are two other standout items.
Located in the Westwood Village area of Los Angeles, Public Village is one of the city's best restaurants for Asian cuisine. It offers a wide variety of traditional Chinese food and more, including dishes that are unique to the region.
While a majority of the restaurant's menu is made up of Sichuan dishes, there are plenty of other options, too, from Hunan charcuterie to Nanjing salted duck to pig trotters in chile oil. You can even get your hands on a "grill chilled noodle wrap" that's a new take on jian bing.
This is a small, intimate restaurant that focuses on Sichuan cuisine. You'll find a great variety of noodle soups and dumplings, as well as some more traditional Chinese dishes like egg foo young and chow fun.
They also have a small bar that serves drinks and cocktails. They have a few more restaurants on the premises, including a sushi bar and a burger joint.
Followsoshi
A new stall in a Chinatown mini mall on 40th Road, Followsoshi is one of the most unexpected food finds in town. Its bright red sign beckons customers to enter what feels like a food court of sorts, but instead of tables it serves takeout dishes. It specializes in jian bing, which are crepe-like Chinese street food that are often folded and stuffed with an array of fillings. Jian bing can come with shredded potato, seaweed salad, Caribbean-style seafood and a number of other flavors, including spicy ramen, Peking duck and spiced beef.
Other options include roasted cold noodles, which are flat, rectangular noodles fried on the griddle and filled with many of the same fillings as jian bing. There are also baos (yeast-leavened filled buns), "rolling donkey" rice rolls with sweet bean flour, braised pork and more, as well as a variety of soy beverages. The menu also features a slew of Caribbean-inspired dishes, including jerk cauliflower wings and fried mushroom nuggets. This tiny restaurant near me is a must-visit if you’re looking for a tasty meal without breaking the bank.
Ding Ji
Another must-try is the pearl noodle, which features a hefty dose of chile oil. Other notable items on the menu include the xiaolongbao (a bowl of pork and shrimp in a sweet chili sauce) and the jianbing, a small bowl of steaming congee topped with an egg and scallions. Located on lower Main Street, Ding Ji is a popular spot for the breakfast and lunch crowds. It also has a cleverly decorated dining room that’s home to tiny Uyghur musical instruments and Silk Road market scenes. The Xinjiang cuisine here draws inspiration from multiple countries and ethnic groups, with grilled lamb kebabs and rice casseroles topping the list of things to order.
Star Kitchen
At 14 years old, this Chinese fusion joint has been around longer than many of its competitors. Besides offering up a wide variety of Chinese dishes, it also boasts some of the best happy hour specials in town. This is especially true of their signature wurst, which consists of a massive platter of smoky braised pork belly that's a must try for any meat-lover.
Star Kitchen's menu is a hefty one, but their selection of drinks and brews makes it worth the trip. Aside from a fine selection of micro brewed beer and cocktails, they've got an impressive wine list to boot. They've even mastered the art of recommending just the right bottle to match your gastronomical needs. They've also made it convenient for you to order their impressive offerings via the Beyond Menu mobile app, which is free to download and use on your mobile device. The app offers a number of useful features, including a handy order tracking system, free delivery and free refills on any beer and drink. It's the most convenient way to dine on your schedule, without breaking the bank.
Fuhu
Located in Resorts World Las Vegas, Fuhu is a fine dining restaurant with an extensive menu of Pan-Asian dishes. This is the latest restaurant from renowned chef Joseph Elevado, who has a long history with Asian cuisine. He has worked as the executive chef at Treasure Island/Aria’s Social House, Wynn’s Andrea’s and Jing in Downtown Summerlin.
Guests can expect to find an array of high-end Asian dishes, including vegan basil beef, sticky lamb chop and Szechuan-crusted filet mignon. The menu also features a variety of seafood options, including king crab tempura and pan-seared scallops.
The brunch menu is impressive, with cold starters and hot main courses ranging from octopus with pickled cauliflower to vegan chick’n noodle. You’ll also find French onion soup dumplings and seared foie gras.
A wide range of meats and seafood is available on the dinner menu, including New York striploin, 45-day dry-aged tomahawk or black hawk American Wagyu reserve steak. The restaurant also serves sushi, sashimi, and raw bar items.
In true FUHU fashion, you’ll find an excellent mixology program to complement your meal. You’ll find a selection of specialty cocktails, as well as beers, whiskeys, and other spirits.
In addition to its enticing food and beverage offerings, the restaurant’s ambiance will make you want to come back for more. The venue’s vibrant, multi-dimensional design offers retro touches and modern Chinese details and features a lush indoor-outdoor garden. A curated soundtrack of high-energy tracks from two DJ booths guides the experience throughout the day and night.
