Once a small farming town, Gilbert’s explosive growth as a family-friendly Phoenix suburb has brought with it a blossoming Chinese food scene.
These top restaurants mix community tradition with culinary adventure—serving as anchors for birthdays, takeout picnics at Freestone Park, and much-needed restaurant therapy after a long week in the desert sun.
1. Zheng’s Kitchen
Zheng’s is a bustling, always-busy spot just off the 60.
The menu is full of handmade dumplings, pillowy steamed buns, braised pork belly, and Chinese barbecue specialties like roast pork ribs.
Their weekend dim sum brings in families from all over the East Valley, while attentive servers herald favorites like shrimp egg rolls and cucumber salad.
2. China Taste
“Exactly what you want from good Chinese takeout” could be China Taste’s motto.
Quick service, big portions, fried rice with fresh peas and carrots, General Tso’s that’s crunchy and tangy, and lo mein that’s never greasy.
Locals pop in for lunch specials and families catch up over big platters before movie night at the megaplex.
3. Baby Kay’s Chinese Bistro
This intimate, modern bistro aims for authenticity—Szechuan seafood, eggplant with garlic sauce, dan dan noodles—and is beloved by Gilbert’s foodies, young professionals, and older couples alike.
The room is always humming, bar seats fill up fast, and the kitchen often sends out complimentary sweets for birthdays.
4. Panda Express
Panda in Gilbert is a field trip pit stop, youth group reward night, and midweek homework break for families and teens.
Kids love the sweet flavors, parents the fast service and variety, and the veggies and brown rice options keep everyone happy.
5. Flavor of China
A new favorite, Flavor of China is about big flavors and even bigger portions: beef broccoli, kung pao shrimp, and orange chicken served hot and loaded with veggies.
The owner is hands-on in the kitchen, chatting with guests, and sometimes sending regulars home with freebies just for being part of the Gilbert family.
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