The Ultimate Guide to Elizabeth’s Chinese Food Restaurants

Order in or take out at these Chinese restaurants in Elizabeth!

Elizabeth’s unique array of culinary delights allows you to travel around the world with every bite. In this culinary stop, discover the delicious foods of China. Find your new local favorite or try a unique Chinese food meal from these restaurants.

New Kam Po Garden

Location: 400 Rahway Avenue
Hours: Tues - Thurs, 11 AM - 10 PM | Fri - Sat, 11 AM - 10:30 PM | Sun, 11:30 AM - 10 PM
Menu

New Kam Po Garden is a small dining spot in town that is a friendly restaurant and a local favorite. Located within the Big “A” Plaza off of Rahway Avenue, New Kam Po sits at the end of retail shops, and its simple interior lets its menu do all the talking. Their food is fresh, delicious, and served up by their warm staff. Note that this location does not offer delivery.

Local Order Recommendation: “The New Kam Po is by far the best takeout Chinese in Elizabeth, not even close and I've tried most of them. The chicken wings with shrimp fried rice is killer, and the portions are huge.” - chetnluz, TripAdvisor

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Yummy Wok

Location: 357 Washington Avenue
Hours: Mon - Thurs, 11:30 AM - 11 PM | Fri - Sat, 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM | Sun, 12 PM - 11 PM
Menu

Yummy Wok has a lengthy menu with all of your favorite orders from General Tso’s to fried rice and lo mein. Their list of specialties includes protein-packed combination platters, like their combo of boneless ribs, teriyaki beef, and chicken fingers, or their order of sweet and sour chicken, sweet and sour shrimp, and chicken wings.

Local Order Recommendation: “Best Orange Beef on the planet” - thomas S., Uber Eats

Chan’s

Location: 701 E Jersey Street
Hours: Tues - Thurs, 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM | Fri - Sat, 11:30 AM - 10 PM | Sun, 12 PM - 9:30 PM
Menu

Chan’s is nestled on the corner of Jersey and 7th and always has their door open to new customers. Their tiny location has some seating options and a walk-up counter for orders, where you can expect the team at Chan’s to go through your order at pickup to ensure you’re getting everything you asked for, so no worrying about forgetting a bag or a missing rice container. Note that this is a cash-only restaurant.

Local Order Recommendation: “Thee best Shrimp Egg foo young on this earth!” - Miss Missa, Google Reviews

Lucky 8

Location: 416 Morris Avenue
Hours: Tues - Sat, 11 AM - 9:30 PM | Sun, 12 PM - 9 PM
Menu

Right behind the Caribbean Super Market, tucked into the corner of the shopping center, is Lucky 8, a tasty fast casual eatery. Order online for pickup or delivery and chow down on their authentic flavors from the comfort of your home. Lucky 8 doesn’t skimp on their portions, so expect to enjoy their food for lunch the next day! Lucky 8 does not offer tofu substitutes but does have a selection of vegetable-based dishes.

Local Order Recommendation: “The boneless spare ribs with extra bbq sauce was my favorite. It was really good. Customer service was great & their prices are good.” - J A M., Yelp

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Great Wall Chinese

Location: 655 Newark Avenue #3
Hours: Mon - Thurs, 11 AM - 9:45 PM | Fri - Sat, 11 AM - 10:45 PM | Sun, 12 PM - 9:45 PM
Menu

Great Wall Chinese makes classic Chinese food dishes and offers them on their budget-friendly menu. Affordable and authentic, Great Wall Chinese balances the best of both worlds in their small eatery. They also have a Family Order section of their menu with trays of their most ordered dishes meant to be enjoyed family-style. This is a cash-only location, but they do have an ATM available within the restaurant.

Local Order Recommendation: “General’s chicken and pork Lo Mein. Very good flavor, generous portion, arrived piping hot. Great value.” - Mark D., Uber Eats

Royal Palace

Location: 709 Elizabeth Avenue
Hours: Mon - Thurs, 11 AM - 10 PM | Fri - Sat, 11 AM - 11 PM | Sun, 12 PM - 10 PM
Menu

Don’t miss out on the local gem, the Royal Palace! Hiding behind the bank on the corner of Elizabeth and New Point, this American-Chinese food spot has a tasty assortment of fried foods and diet dishes. Enjoy your food inside at one of their tables, but keep in mind that the cash-only location only accepts orders via their counter or phone call, so if you want to order, call the restaurant at (908) 289-8895.

Local Order Recommendation: “The chicken is delicious!!! I haven't tried great fried chicken in a while. Totally recommend great and fast service. If you're in the area in the mood for Chinese, go here!” - Jen Landaverde, Google Reviews

Red Apple

Location: 104 W Jersey Street
Hours: Mon & Wed - Thurs, 10:30 AM - 10 PM | Fri - Sat, 11 AM - 11 PM | Sun, 11:30 AM - 10 PM
Menu

Red Apple is situated near the Elizabeth River. Red Apple serves everything from lo mein to egg foo young to moo shu and more. Unsure of what to order? Their menu includes a chef’s suggestions section, Red Apple’s top picks from their large menu. This is a cash-only establishment; be mindful when picking up your order.

Local Order Recommendation: “My favorite always is the Special House Lo Mein and Chicken Broccoli (I specially order it with cashew nuts).” - Bea E., Yelp

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New Kosher Special

Location: 163 Elmora Avenue
Hours: Sun - Thurs, 11:30 AM - 9:45 PM | Fri, 11 AM - 2:30 PM
Menu

New Kosher Special serves kosher Chinese dishes to those who require their meals to adhere to the traditional dietary restrictions. Their list of authentic menu items is cooked and served in Szechuan, Hunan, and Cantonese style, and provides a huge selection of meals for whatever you’re craving.

Local Order Recommendation: “Steamed wonton in garlic sauce was amazing.” - M., Google Reviews

China Moon

Location: 216 Second Street # A
Hours: Sun - Sat, 11 AM - 11 PM
Menu

Just two blocks down from Jackson Park, China Moon has a menu of comfort food and American-Chinese favorites that’ll have you ordering again and again. Their menu is clearly labeled and splits it into traditional Chinese dishes and their American food options. Be aware that this is a take-out-only dining spot; there is no indoor seating, and delivery is not offered.

Local Order Recommendation: “They still make their egg rolls, and dumplings from scratch. Nothing frozen.” - Mary Mclaughlin, Google Reviews

Teriyaki Madness

Location: 505 N Broad Street
Hours: Sun - Sat | 11 AM - 9 PM
Menu

Teriyaki Madness is a popular fast-food chain in our area that offers a variety of bowls, appetizers, and noodles. This Asian fusion place is a mix of many culinary flavors from the Western world, but their menu does flaunt a handful of traditionally Chinese bites, including their orange chicken and fried rice.

Local Order Recommendation: “Sweet, tangy, and crispy--this orange chicken hits the spot every time!!!!!!!” - Crista A., Yelp

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New Chinese Gourmet

Location: 400 E Jersey Street
Hours: Tues - Thurs, 11 AM - 10 PM | Fri - Sat, 11 AM - 11 PM | Sun, 12 PM - 10 PM
Menu

In the Elizabethport district, you’ll find New Chinese Gourmet across the street from one of Elizabeth’s many murals. Offering both pickup and delivery, choose from their menu of chef specialties, healthy alternatives, and Super Gourmet Specials. These specials are combos with appetizers and entrees, like their barbecue spare ribs, two spring rolls, and two fried crab sticks.

Local Order Recommendation: “I ordered the general tso and it was absolutely delicious.” - Kervin, GrubHub

Jade Garden

Location: 1041 North Avenue
Hours: Tues - Thu, 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM | Fri, 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM | Sat, 11 AM - 10:30 PM | Sun, 12 PM - 10:30 PM
Menu

Jade Garden prides itself on its affordable meals made with high-quality ingredients. Find all your favorites on their menu, as well as some unique items like BBQ wings and French fries. Vegetarians, you’ll also find delicious bites from this location thanks to their detailed non-meat options available.

Local Order Recommendation: “The food here is cheap and delicious, especially the general tso's chicken and lo meins.” - Angel Ortiz, Google Reviews

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