Jacksonville’s Chinese food scene is surprisingly diverse for a Southern city, offering everything from authentic regional specialties to innovative fusion concepts.
Here’s where locals are getting their dumpling fix in 2025.
1. Blue Bamboo Canton Bistro
Chef Dennis Chan has created something truly special here – a perfect blend of his family’s traditional Cantonese recipes and modern culinary techniques that’s unlike anything else in Jacksonville.
His honey garlic brussels sprouts are so good they’ve converted vegetable haters, and the Hong Kong crispy noodles with seafood showcases the perfect balance of textures and flavors that defines great Cantonese cooking.
2. Chopstick Charley’s
This unassuming spot in a strip mall on the Southside serves the most authentic Sichuan food in Northeast Florida, no contest.
The owners don’t hold back on the numbing Sichuan peppercorns or chili heat, creating legitimate flavor explosions that have built a dedicated following among heat-seekers.
Their mapo tofu will make you sweat in the best possible way, while the dry-fried string beans somehow manage to be addictively crispy yet tender.
3. Silver Dragon
Sometimes you just need that perfect American-Chinese comfort food, and Silver Dragon delivers exactly that with exceptional quality and no apologies.
Their General Tso’s chicken is exactly what you want – crispy, sweet, spicy, and completely craveable.
The crab rangoon might not be authentic, but they’re perfectly crispy with that creamy filling we all secretly love.
4. River City Dumpling House
This St. Johns Town Center favorite specializes in northern Chinese dumplings and noodles made fresh daily in their open kitchen.
Their soup dumplings (xiao long bao) with that perfect burst of flavorful broth have developed a cult following throughout Jacksonville, while their hand-pulled noodles with beef showcase perfect chewy texture that only comes from traditional techniques.
5. Mayport Fusion
This innovative waterfront spot combines Chinese culinary techniques with fresh Florida seafood in a concept that celebrates Jacksonville’s coastal identity.
Their salt and pepper local shrimp showcase Mayport’s famous seafood through a Cantonese lens, while their whole fish preparations change based on the day’s catch.
The breezy dining room with water views creates the perfect atmosphere for enjoying sea-to-table cuisine with Chinese flair.
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