Everyone craves Chinese takeout. And if you don’t, more dumplings for us. West Haven is packed with incredible Chinese spots—sizzling lo mein, crispy orange chicken, steaming soup dumplings. Whether you’re after General Tso’s or something more authentic, we’ve got you. Need it with extra rice? We understand. Prefer it spicy? Of course. And if you just want egg rolls for dinner, we say: obviously. These are the best.
Bao’s Chinese Kitchen
$ | (203) 934-1461 | WEBSITE
General Tso’s chicken isn’t authentic Chinese? Next you’re gonna tell us lo mein isn’t a real noodle dish. But guess what—this is our list, and we love this crispy, saucy, perfectly-balanced chicken, especially served in the combo (with fried rice and an egg roll). And if that’s not good enough for you, try the chicken lo mein. It’s also delicious.
China Sea
$ | (203) 937-5968 | WEBSITE
You might be heading to China Sea after a long day in West Haven. Don’t miss out on the House Special Lo Mein (see below). This local favorite serves the best General Tso Chicken around—crispy, tender, with just the right balance of sweet and spicy in the sauce.
Panda House
$ | (203) 933-2822 | WEBSITE
A Chinese restaurant where Kung Pao Chicken lacks its expected kick. Fried chicken wings alongside veggie fried rice. Panda House is a puzzle, and our favorite piece is the spring rolls. These crispy golden parcels are filled with fresh vegetables, and pair well with anything on the reliably familiar menu.
Golden Island Restaurant
$ | (203) 937-6800 | WEBSITE
The appeal of Golden Island Restaurant is that there’s something on the menu for everyone. And this perfectly balanced Sesame Chicken is an ideal companion to anything you might order. If you’re dining with friends, add a side of their popular fried rice (it always arrives steaming hot). But if you’re eating alone, be sure to get it, too. Even if it’s just accompanying your view from that huge window.
Golden Dragon
$ | (203) 931-8465 | WEBSITE
Golden Dragon took everything we love about Chinese takeout and leveled up. Their General Tso’s combo is coated in that perfect sweet-spicy sauce, nice and crispy, with a generous portion of fluffy white rice. The boneless spare ribs are tender, but stand strong under the weight of all that flavor.
United China Restaurant
$ | (203) 937-8047 | WEBSITE
You can look at that General Tso’s chicken and know exactly how it tastes—perfect. And we’re happy to confirm. It’s crispy, deliciously sweet-spicy, and made even better by whichever fresh ingredient they use. We’re partial to the combo with fried rice, but you can’t go wrong with the dumplings or crab Rangoon.
Lucky Kitchen
$ | (203) 937-7699 | WEBSITE
Lots of folks praise the bourbon chicken at this West Haven Chinese takeout spot. And with its unbeatable prices and friendly service, we enjoy it plenty. But the real standout here is the overall experience—food that’s consistently delicious, prepared timely by the staff, and convenient whether you’re dining in or ordering through Uber Eats with free parking nearby.