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The best Chinese in Charlottesville

Taste of China leads our ranking for Chinese in Charlottesville. Readers voted it first in Best of C-VILLE in 2026. The Red Lantern and Peter Chang Charlottesville come next.

  1. 1Taste of ChinaReaders' choice, 2026
  2. 2The Red LanternReaders' runner-up, 2025, 2026
  3. 3Peter Chang CharlottesvilleReaders' choice, 2025

18 Chinese restaurants are open in and around Charlottesville. The top 5 are ranked first; the rest follow.

Ranked by Guide2 from readers’ polls, critics and local food writers (how we rank). Edited by Lauren Critzer. Updated October 11, 2026. No restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.

The top 5

How we rank

  1. 1Taste of China

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville
    • Won Best of C-VILLE 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers [1]
    • Finalist in Best of C-VILLE 2025 for Chinese, voted by readers [2]
    Where
    612 Albemarle Square, Charlottesville, VA 22901
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  2. 2The Red Lantern

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville
    • Runner-up in Best of C-VILLE 2025 and 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers [1]
    Where
    221 Carlton Rd #16, Charlottesville, VA 22902
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  3. 3Peter Chang Charlottesville

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville
    • Won Best of C-VILLE 2025 for Chinese, voted by readers [2]
    Where
    2162 Barracks Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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  4. 4Ming Dynasty Restaurant

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville
    • Finalist in Best of C-VILLE 2025 and 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers [1]
    Where
    1520 Seminole Trl, Charlottesville, VA 22901-1419
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  5. Asian Express
    Photo: asianexpressva.com

    5Asian Express

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville
    • Finalist in Best of C-VILLE 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers [1]
    Where
    909 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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More Chinese in Charlottesville

13 more · A to Z
  1. Bambu Dumpling and Noodle House
    Photo: bambudumplinghouse.com

    Bambu Dumpling and Noodle House

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville

    “We pick ingredients carefully and use only the freshest and natural ones to prepare every dish, and have been trying to cook them in a healthier way to provide the most nutritious food.”

    Where
    245 Merchant Walk Ave Ste 200, Charlottesville, VA 22902
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11 AM to 9 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Sat11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Sun11 AM to 9 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallWebsite

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  2. Got Dumplings

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville

    “Got Dumplings serves authentic and traditional Chinese food in Charlottesville, Virginia.”

    Where
    1395 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903
    Has
    Takeout · Catering
    Order onlineDirectionsCallWebsite

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  3. Hong Kong

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville

    “family owned in harvard square since 1954”

    Where
    32 Mill Creek Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22902-8718
    Today
    Closed for the day
    On the menu
    Barbecued Spareribs $15.50 · Egg Rolls (2) $8.95 · Almond Cookies (4) $6.50
    Has
    Full bar
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue12 PM to 8 PM
    Wed12 PM to 8 PM
    Thu12 PM to 10 PM
    Fri12 PM to 11 PM
    Sat12 PM to 11 PM
    Sun12 PM to 8 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

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  4. Seoul Korean BBQ and Hotpot
    Photo: seoul.restaurant

    Seoul Korean BBQ and Hotpot

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville
    Where
    100 Zan Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901
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  5. Tea House

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville

    “We blend authentic Chinese and Japanese cuisine in a welcoming spot with hearty house specials and fresh sushi rolls prepared daily for real satisfaction.”

    Where
    325 Four Leaf Ln, Charlottesville, VA 22903-0004
    Today
    Open now until 9:30 PM
    Has
    Takeout
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    Wed11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    Thu11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    Fri11:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sun11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
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  6. Yuan Ho

    Chinese restaurant · Charlottesville

    “We use fresh ingredients every day to ensure outstanding quality, offering fresh, consistent and contemporary Chinese cuisine.”

    Where
    117 Maury Ave, Charlottesville, VA 22903-3009
    Today
    Open now until 10:30 PM
    Has
    Takeout · Delivery
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 10:30 PM
    Tue11 AM to 10:30 PM
    Wed11 AM to 10:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 10:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10:30 PM
    Sat11 AM to 10:30 PM
    Sun12 PM to 10:30 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

    Checked Oct 5 · Report a change

Worth the drive

Within about half an hour of Charlottesville.

  1. Chang Xing Chinese Restaurant

    Chinese restaurant · Fishersville
    Where
    30 Windward Dr #108, Fishersville, VA 22939
    Today
    Closed today
    On the menu
    Egg Roll $1.95 · Wonton Soup $4.85 · Chicken Lo Mein $9.45 · Sweet Tea $2.95
    All hours
    Mon10:30 AM to 9 PM
    Tue10:30 AM to 9 PM
    Wed10:30 AM to 9 PM
    Thu10:30 AM to 9 PM
    Fri10:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sat10:30 AM to 10 PM
    SunClosed
    Get directionsCallMenuWebsite

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  2. Chen's

    Chinese restaurant · Lovingston

    “This esteemed Chinese restaurant in Lovingston offers an unparalleled culinary experience, specializing in high-end, authentic dishes that reflect traditional Chinese cuisine.”

    Where
    73 Callohill Dr, Lovingston, VA 22949
    Today
    Open now until 9:30 PM
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Sat11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Sun11 AM to 9:30 PM
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  3. East Gourmet

    Chinese restaurant · Ruckersville

    “Savor the flavors of Chinese, seafood, and vegetarian delights in Ruckersville.”

    Where
    98 Stoneridge Dr N, Ruckersville, VA 22968-3381
    Today
    Open now until 9:30 PM
    Has
    Takeout · Delivery
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat12 PM to 10 PM
    Sun12 PM to 9:30 PM
    Get directionsCallWebsite

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  4. Great Wall Chinese Restaurant
    Photo: greatwallbedford.com

    Great Wall Chinese Restaurant

    Chinese restaurant · Fishersville

    “The Great Wall Restaurant, Reader's Choice Award Winner for 15 years, offers authentic chinese cuisine prepared by professional chefs, using the highest quality ingredients.”

    Where
    2576 Stuarts Draft Hwy, Stuarts Draft, VA 24477
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    Has
    Lunch specials · Catering · Private dining · Takeout
    All hours
    Mon11:30 AM to 9 PM
    Tue11:30 AM to 9 PM
    Wed11:30 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11:30 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sun11:30 AM to 9 PM
    Get directionsCallMenuWebsite

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  5. Great Wall Restaurant
    Photo: greatwallorange.com

    Great Wall Restaurant

    Chinese restaurant · Orange

    “We have been serving delicious Chinese food in our community for over 20 years and counting.”

    Where
    555 N Madison Rd, Orange, VA 22960
    Today
    Closed for the day
    Has
    Takeout
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Wed11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 8:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Sat11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Sun12 PM to 8:30 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallWebsite

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  6. Hunan Best
    Photo: hunanbestchineserestaurant.com

    Hunan Best

    Chinese restaurant · Louisa
    Where
    501 East Main St, Louisa, VA 23093-4181
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    Has
    Takeout
    All hours
    Mon11 AM to 9 PM
    Tue11 AM to 9 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11 AM to 10 PM
    Sun11 AM to 9 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

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  7. Panda Garden
    Photo: pandagarden.com

    Panda Garden

    Chinese restaurant · Louisa
    Where
    400 E Main St, Louisa, VA 23093
    Today
    Open now until 9 PM
    Has
    Takeout · Delivery
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11 AM to 9 PM
    Wed11 AM to 9 PM
    Thu11 AM to 9 PM
    Fri11 AM to 9 PM
    Sat12 PM to 9 PM
    Sun12 PM to 9 PM
    Get directionsCallWebsite

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  8. Peking China II
    Photo: peking-china-ii.lany.io

    Peking China II

    Chinese restaurant · Fishersville
    Where
    2857 Stuarts Draft Hwy, Stuarts Draft, VA 24477
    Today
    Open now until 9:30 PM
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11 AM to 10 PM
    Wed11 AM to 10 PM
    Thu11 AM to 10 PM
    Fri11 AM to 10 PM
    Sat11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Sun11 AM to 9:30 PM
    Get directionsCallWebsite

    Checked Oct 5 · Report a change

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How we rank

Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Charlottesville’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.

When our editor has eaten at these herself, her picks and notes appear at the top of this page.

What changed

Questions

What is the best Chinese in Charlottesville?
Taste of China. Won Best of C-VILLE 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers; Finalist in Best of C-VILLE 2025 for Chinese, voted by readers. The Red Lantern and Peter Chang Charlottesville come next.
How many Chinese restaurants are in Charlottesville?
18 are open in and around Charlottesville as of October 2026, including Asian Express, Bambu Dumpling and Noodle House, Beijing Station, East Garden, Got Dumplings and 13 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 14 more, in Scottsville, Fishersville, Lovingston, Gordonsville, Waynesboro, Ruckersville, Palmyra, Orange and Louisa.
Where can I order Chinese online in Charlottesville?
7 have online ordering on their own websites: Asian Express, Bambu Dumpling and Noodle House, East Garden, Got Dumplings, Hong Kong, Szechuan Restaurant and Yuan Ho.
Is Panda Garden in Charlottesville still open?
No. Panda Garden has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Shang Hai Restaurant in Charlottesville still open?
No. Shang Hai Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.

Sources

  1. 1Best of C-VILLE, Best of C-VILLE 2026: Best Chinese food, 2026. Checked Oct 6, 2026. Archived copy.
  2. 2Best of C-VILLE, Best of C-VILLE 2025: Best Chinese food, 2025. Checked Oct 6, 2026. Archived copy.

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