Bao Down To These 5 Awesome Chinese Restaurants In CP

A small, Chinese joint hidden in the lanes of middle circle in CP, Fa Yian is the kind of place you go to when authenticity of the cuisine is top priority. Minimalist decor, calm music, and food that keeps you going back, these guys don’t play around when it comes to serving great Chinese to their patrons.

What to order: Wonton soup, Lemon Chicken, chicken momos.

The special bao and dumpling menu here is to keep an eye out for. You’ll find steamed baos, bao tacos, and even bao burgers on the menu {fusion much?}. Not enough? Choose from over 20 variations of dumplings for an alternative. They’ve got quirky interiors with swings for seats {yep, you’re literally suspended in mid-air} and chalked on walls.

What to order: Assorted dumplings and noodles.

One of the oldest restaurants in CP, Zen is the classic Chinese place you head over to with the fam. They’ve been thriving for years, with so many new eateries popping up so often and that’s only a testament to the quality food that you’ll find here. The ambience here is relaxed and makes for the perfect place to savour a hearty Chinese meal.

What to order: Wasabi prawns, chilli chicken, chicken fried wontons.

This one’s a household name—a name synonymous with the best Chinese comfort food. We absolutely love the Drums of Heaven here and go a little overboard each time we head over. They’ve got outlets all over the city, and you can never go wrong with a meal here.

What to order: Drums of Heaven, Hakka noodles.

Fine dining more your cup of tea? Shang Palace is the place to head to for an absolute Chinese delight. Perfect for meat lovers and vegetarians, their menu is as diverse and authentic as it gets. They do amazing duck rolls, pork belly and Saké cocktails, and we say you give it a shot.

What to order: Pork Belly With Garlic and Chilli Sauce, Steamed Seabass.