Chinese cuisines have penetrated so much into the Indian market that we have a lot of unique Indo-Chinese dishes like Chinese Bhel Puri, Chilli Chicken, Manchurian, Chowmein, Manchow Soup, Spring Rolls, Szechwan, and Fried Rice. Fried Rice has been popularized so much in India that it is a must on the menu of every restaurant in India. Although there are many options for Chinese food across India, we often want to experience authentic Chinese food and indulge in the delicacy of its original flavours. Therefore, here it is, we have compiled the list of the best Chinese restaurants in Chennai.
🗓️ Last updated: July 2026
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✨ Best Premium: Pan Asian
👨👩👧 Best Family: Southern Chinese Restaurant
🐟 Best Seafood: Mainland China
| # | Restaurant | Cuisine Highlights | Cost for 2 | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asian Hiive | — | ₹450 (₹) | 💸 Budget Pick |
| 2 | Southern Chinese Restaurant | — | ₹700 (₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 3 | Kim Ling | — | ₹1,700 (₹₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 4 | Orange Wok | — | N/A | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 5 | Mainland China | — | ₹2,000 (₹₹₹) | 🐟 Seafood |
| 6 | The Cascade | — | ₹1,000 (₹₹) | 🐟 Seafood |
| 7 | The Chinese Story | — | ₹950 (₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 8 | Soy Soi | — | ₹1,700 (₹₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 9 | The Noodle Theory | only vegetarian food | ₹600 (₹) | 💸 Budget Pick |
| 10 | Flower Drum | — | ₹1,000 (₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 11 | Nasi And Mee | takeaways, also deliver to your doorstep | ₹1,400 (₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 12 | China Town | — | ₹1,400 (₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 13 | Pan Asian | — | ₹5,000 (₹₹₹₹) | ✨ Fine Dining |
| 14 | Chap Chay- The Raintree | — | ₹3,000 (₹₹₹₹) | ✨ Fine Dining |
| 15 | The China X O | — | ₹4,000 (₹₹₹₹) | ✨ Fine Dining |
| 16 | Scallion | — | ₹2,500 (₹₹₹₹) | ✨ Fine Dining |
| 17 | Stix | — | ₹3,500 (₹₹₹₹) | ✨ Fine Dining |
| 18 | Chin Chin | — | ₹1,800 (₹₹₹) | 👨👩👧 Family Dining |
| 19 | Main Street | — | ₹3,000 (₹₹₹₹) | ✨ Fine Dining |
| 20 | The Golden Dragon | — | ₹3,500 (₹₹₹₹) | ✨ Fine Dining |
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1.Asian Hiive
On top of the list is Asian Hiive. The average cost for two people is Rs.450. Must-try here are Pepper Chicken Sticks, American Chopsy, Chicken Fried Rice, and Chicken Noodles. This place remains open from 12.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. to 3.00 a.m. Asian Hiive is located in Anna Nagar.
💸 Budget Pick
2.Southern Chinese Restaurant
This place is known for its pleasant ambiance and great food. A few Must-try dishes here are Prawns, Chicken, Spring Rolls, Noodles, and Drums of Heaven. This place remains open from 11.00 am to 1.00 am. The cost for two people to dine here is Rs.700. Southern Chinese Restaurant is located in Anna Nagar.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
3.Kim Ling
This place is known for its great ambiance and dim lighting. On the must-try list are Szechwan Chicken, Momos, Wonton Soup, and Hong Kong Chicken. The cost for two people to dine at this restaurant is Rs.1700. This restaurant is open from 11.30 am to 3.330 pm and from 6.30 pm to 11.00 pm. Kim Ling is in Anna Nagar East.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
4.Orange Wok
This restaurant does not have seating facilities, only takeaway or delivery options are available. On the must-try list are Konjee Crispy Lamb, Chicken Taipei, and Chicken Szechwan Noodles. It costs around Rs. for two people to dine at this restaurant. This place is open from 12.00 pm to 3.00 am. Orange Wok is located in Ekkadunthangal.
5.Mainland China
Prior booking your tables is recommended for this place. The must-try list includes Dragon Fish, Teriyaki Chicken, Crackling Spinach and Drums of Heaven. The cost for two people is around Rs.2000. This place is open from 12.00 pm to 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. Mainland China is in Velacherry.
🐟 Seafood
6.The Cascade
This is a great restaurant to dine in for all the spice lovers. The must-try list includes Gragon Roll, Fish Panngang, and Chicken Wonton Soup. The cost for two people would be Rs.1000 on average. This place is open from 12.00 pm to 3.00 pm and 7.30 pm to 11.00 pm. The Cascade is located in Moggappair.
🐟 Seafood
7.The Chinese Story
Prior booking of a table is recommended for this place as it has a very compact ambiance. On the must-try list are Dragon Chicken, Noodles, Wasabi Prawns, Egg Fried Rice, and Lamb Spring Onion. It costs around Rs.950 for two people to dine at this restaurant. This restaurant is open from 11.00 am to 11.00 pm. The Chinese Story is located in Porur.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
8.Soy Soi
This place is known for its elegant ambiance. They also have delivery and takeaway options available. The must-try dishes here are Pork Satay, pork rice, Salmon Maki, Chicken Satay sticks and Scallops. The cost for two people is Rs.1700. This place is open from 12.00 pm to 11.00 pm. Soy Soi is located in Kotturpuram.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
9.The Noodle Theory
This place serves only vegetarian food. On the must-try list are Dumplings, Brownies, Momos, Crispy Lotus Stem and Crispy Chilli Potatoes. It costs around Rs.600 on average for two people to dine at this restaurant. This restaurant is open from 12.00 am to 12.00 pm. The Noodle Theory is located in Kilpauk.
💸 Budget Pick🌿 Veg-Friendly
10.Flower Drum
This place also accommodates candlelight dinners for which prior booking is recommended. This must-try list includes Ice Kachang, Corn Cornet, and Veg Dimsum Platter. This remains open from 11.30 am to 3.30 pm and 6.30 am to 11.00 pm. The cost for two people would be Rs.1000. Flower Drum is in Adayar.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
11.Nasi And Mee
This restaurant is known for its pleasant ambiance. They offer takeaways and also deliver to your doorstep. Must-try dishes here are Sweet Soy, Sushi Boat, Dumpling Soup, Stir Fried Chicken, Kung Pao Tofu, Dimsum, Shrimp Roll, Curry Noodles and Massaman Curry. This place is open from 12.00 pm to 12.00 am. The cost for two people is Rs.1400. Nasi and Mee is located in Nungambakkam.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
12.China Town
On the list of must-try dishes from this place are Manchow soup, Chicken Momos, Dragon Chicken, Lamb, and Bread Pudding. The average cost for two people is Rs.1400. This place is open from 12.00 pm to 3.00 pm and 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. China Town is located in Gopalapuram.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
13.Pan Asian
This place is known for its great ambiance and pleasant music. On the list of must-try dishes are Pork, Dimsums and Sushi. This place is open from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. The cost of dining here for two people is Rs.5000 on average. Pan Asian is in ITC Grand Chola in Guindy.
✨ Fine Dining
14.Chap Chay- The Raintree
This place is known for its fine ambiance and seating facilities. The must-try dishes here are Corn Basket, Dimsum, Jasmine Tea, Crispy Lambs, and Shitake Mushrooms. This place is open from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. The cost for two people to dine here is Rs.3000 This place is located in Alwarpet.
✨ Fine Dining
15.The China X O
People often visit this restaurant for their great ambiance and tasty food. On the list of must-try foods are Fried Rice, Crispy Lotus Stem and Dimsums. China X O is open from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. The cost for two people is Rs.4000 on average. This restaurant is located in Leela Palace in MRC Nagar.
✨ Fine Dining
16.Scallion
This restaurant is known for its themed décor. On the must-try dishes are Dimsum basket, Pandan Chicken, Drums of Heaven, Sticky Rice, and Sushi. The average cost for two people is Rs.2500. This place is open from 7.30 am to 11.00 am and 12.30 pm to 3.00 am. Scallion is located in Ramada Plaza in Guindy.
✨ Fine Dining
17.Stix
Stix has a pleasant ambiance and great service. The average cost for two people to dine at this place is Rs.3500. On the list of must-try items are Prawns, Szechwan Chilli Chicken, and Spring Rolls. This place is open from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. This restaurant is located in Hyatt Regency in Tynampet.
✨ Fine Dining
18.Chin Chin
Chin Chin is known for its excellent service and mouth-watering food. On the must-try list are Prawns, Chicken, Crispy Lamb, Soups and Starters. The cost for two people to dine at this restaurant is Rs.1800. This restaurant is open from 7.00 pm to 11.00 pm. Chin Chin is located in T Nagar.
👨👩👧 Family Dining
19.Main Street
This place is known for its themed ambiance and live music. On the list of must-try foods are Mutton Biryani, Salads, Ice Creams and Gulab Jamuns. The average cost for two people is Rs.3000. This place is open from 7.30 pm to 11.00 pm. This restaurant is in the Residency Tower in T Nagar.
✨ Fine Dining
20.The Golden Dragon
This restaurant is known for its excellent service, great ambiance and tasty food. On the must-try list are Mushroom, Fried Rice, Chicken, Lamb, and Soup. The average cost for two people to dine from here is Rs. 3500. This place is open from 7.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. The Golden Dragon is located in Taj Coromandel in Nungambakkam.
✨ Fine Dining
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes — all featured restaurants are popular with tourists and offer English menus or staff who can assist. Several also serve vegetarian options and familiar spice levels.
Asian Hiive is the most budget-friendly at ₹450 for two — a good entry point to experience local flavours without overspending.
Average dining cost is around ₹2,063 for two. Prices can vary significantly depending on the restaurant type — tourist areas tend to be pricier than local neighbourhoods.
This guide covers 20 restaurants in Chennai, selected for food quality, tourist-friendliness, and value for money across different cuisine styles.
Asian Hiive is the premium choice at ₹5,000 for two — best for a special occasion or when you want to experience the finest local dining in Chennai.
Most tourist-facing restaurants in Chennai accept Visa and Mastercard. It is always wise to carry some local currency as smaller or family-run spots may prefer cash.
