Nestled just north of Atlanta, Sandy Springs is bustling, prosperous, and cosmopolitan—the kind of place where you’ll find multi-generational families rubbing elbows with entrepreneurs, and where Chinese restaurants are both neighborhood anchors and magnets for food lovers from across Metro Atlanta.
Whether you’re seeking a big family banquet or a quick lunch between meetings, these kitchens define the city’s love of good living, big flavors, and southern hospitality.
1. Royal China Restaurant
Royal China has been drawing crowds for decades, especially for its stellar dim sum and refined banquet fare.
On weekends, the spacious, chandelier-lit dining room is alive with tables of friends and families passing bamboo baskets of har gow, steamed pork buns, fried turnip cakes, and custard tarts.
At dinner, the kitchen knocks out expertly roasted duck, crispy whole fish with ginger and scallion, and sizzling platters of wok-kissed beef.
Service is polished but always friendly, and staff are adept at guiding newcomers through the dizzying menu.
2. Tasty China
The name doesn’t lie: bold, authentic flavors set Tasty China apart.
Specializing in the deep heat and bright aromatics of Sichuan cuisine, the menu boasts peppercorn-heavy dishes like mapo tofu, chongqing spicy chicken, Dan Dan noodles, and cumin lamb.
Staff never blink at “extra spicy” requests, and the kitchen uses high-quality meats and fresh veggies regardless of heat level.
For the less adventurous, milder stir fries and tender dumplings offer gentle comfort. With both lunch specials and banquet options, it’s a favorite for both young urbanites and families seeking a little culinary adventure.
3. East Pearl Seafood
Serving the best Cantonese seafood north of downtown, East Pearl is a destination for crab in black bean sauce, steamed whole fish, and pan-fried noodles glossy with scallion oil.
Weekends see families enjoying dim sum—chewy shrimp rice rolls, steamed pork spare ribs, and sticky rice. Couples linger over Asian-inspired cocktails, and regulars chat up the waitstaff, sharing tips on off-menu favorites.
The ambiance is low-lit and slightly upscale, perfect for anniversaries or multigenerational gatherings.
4. Chin Chin
A staple in Sandy Springs’ dining scene, this local chain is all about consistency and friendliness.
The honey sesame chicken is crisp and sweet, the egg rolls stuffed full, and the orange beef remains a perennial hit with all ages. Chin Chin is especially loved for its relaxed, easy pace—never rushed even at lunch time, with plenty of space for gatherings.
Takeout orders come out quickly and precisely packed.
5. Panda Express
Panda is Sandy Springs’ pick for lunch on the run, after-practice meals, or post-shopping food court feasts.
Orange chicken and Beijing beef are hits with all ages, and there’s always a quick line and a friendly greeting at the counter.
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