Top Best Chinese Restaurants in Massachusetts

"Gene's offers Xi'an-style Chinese cuisine, a little bit difficult to find elsewhere in Boston, and while the restaurant's name refers to the flatbread sandwiches stuffed with beef or pork, the real highlight of the menu is the chewy, garlicky hand-pulled noodles. Add a skewer of cumin lamb and a tea egg or two on the side. Counter-service, no-frills, and only open for lunch and early dinner."

"Gene’s Flatbread Cafe is tucked away from the typical hustle and bustle of Chinatown, but those who want authentic noodles know where to find it. Although they’re named after their flatbreads, their handmade noodles are really the star. For a chewy, glorious taste of China, leave Chinatown and find this little noodle shop."

"Ascending the steep staircase brings you to one of Chinatown's most impressive dining rooms (vast, dressed in red and gold), buzzing with a merry-go-round of shumai, fluffy barbecued pork buns, translucent shrimp and chive dumplings with tidy pleats, tender-chewy stuffed rice noodle rolls, egg custard tarts, congee, and a barrel of silken tofu drowned in ginger syrup. (There's also a buffet table with favorites like clams and black bean sauce and steamed Chinese broccoli.) The prices are low: you can expect to order half a dozen items—enough for two or three people—and keep the check around $30. Like most good dim sum restaurants, the line at weekend brunch time is as long as you'd find at a good diner or deli."

"Quincy is normally outside of our usual coverage area, but during these times we’re willing to do a lot for dim sum. China Pearl is offering takeout dim sum during lunch hours - call ahead at (617) 773-9838 to place an order."

"The menu here is amazing, somewhat overwhelming how many great options are available!. We ended up ordering the Lamb shank curry and duck curry as main dishes…”more. Offers takeout and delivery"

"Speaking of scallion pancake sandwiches—the saucy fried chicken-stuffed, wrap-style rendition ($8) at Bess’s Café in Brookline is on the crispy-and-flaky end of the spectrum, solid enough to be a meal but light enough to entertain the possibility of dumplings on the side. The casual, friendly eatery boasts a menu packed with tasty Chinese dishes—from noodles to buns to soups—that rarely exceed $10. For a simpler snack, pop in for a crispy scallion pancake; without the meat filling, it’ll only set you back $4."

"Down a side street and up a flight of stairs, Taiwan Café can be hard to find, making the journey part of the adventure. With more than 100 items, the sprawling menu incorporates something for everyone, especially those with an adventurous palate. (Lily buds, duck tongues, and pork intestines make multiple appearances.) Curious types interested in trying Taiwanese-style dishes - including soups, noodles, dumplings, and meats - are well-served."

"Lunch specials are well under $10, and include dishes like steamed taro with pork, sauteed shrimp with edamame, and braised ribs in BBQ sauce with spinach, all served with soup and white rice. From the regular menu, you'll find lots of soups, vegetables, tofu, noodles, and fried rice dishes for under $10. Or, go with a friend and share one of the "chef's specials" for under $20."

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"Founded in 1995, the original Lizzy’s is located in the heart of Harvard Square. They also have a location in Waltham. While their flavors aren’t as unique as some other shops, their ice cream will satisfy your craving without fail."

"One word: DELICIOUS We visited while traveling around Harvard. Stumbled upon while strolling through Harvard square bedazzled by the sheer abundance of r..."

"They take your classic flavors and make them unique, like making a cookies ‘n cream ice cream with milk chocolate ice cream and vanilla cookies mixed in instead of vanilla ice cream and chocolate cookies. But for the best experience, try out one of their seasonal flavors— they’re even more unique. #SpoonTip: Their dairy free ice creams are made from a variety of milks, from soy, to coconut, to hemp, so you’ll have no problem finding one that suits your needs."

"Or if there is over 100 inches of snow on the ground (thanks, Boston). We’re still going to stop into J.P. Licks for their extra creamy homemade ice cream, or perhaps a more seasonally appropriate latté."

"This corner establishment draws the lines for its niche at bakery-come-restaurant, famed not only for its pour-over coffee and its delectable in-house cupcakes, but also for its inventive brunch and dinner menus. The eggs benedict on the brunch menu has gotten rave reviews, while the dinner menu holds its own with a fantastic pea risotto served with pea shoot salad. The South End Buttery is a neighborhood fixture that simply you cannot pass by."

"This delicious sweet treat will be available in the cafe in November, so plenty of time to let the hype build. The pumpkin cupcake is topped with caramelized white chocolate frosting and candied pecans. It’s a cuddle up in a blanket, do-not-disturb, kind of cupcake experience."

"The Buttery, located in Boston’s South End, is a classic neighborhood eat-in and take-away bakery/cafe by day and a full-service restaurant and bar by night. They have a reputation..."

"Cutty’s in Brookline Village is our ideal sandwich shop, with carefully crafted combos that that don’t require a splurge. The all-natural, house-roasted, thin-sliced meat in the Roast Beef 1000 ($9.95) is piled high enough to give it serious heft—and it’s complemented by crispy shallots, sharp cheddar, and house-made Thousand Island dressing. But the bang-for-your-buck championship goes to Cutty’s Egg Sandwich ($5.95), which upgrades the requisite egg-and-cheddar combo with Iggy’s delectable brioche and an optional slathering of truffle ketchup."

"In-N-Out lovers will love the roast beef sandwich at Cutty’s. It’s made with piles of slow-roasted beef and Thousand Island dressing, which is the basis of In-N-Out’s “secret” animal sauce."

"Multiple locationsThe city is now awash in juice bars that also turn out yummy, vegan, gluten-free breakfast and lunch options. But we’ll forever have a soft spot for the ladies behind Mother Juice, if for no other reason than they have fully committed all three locations to the black art of toast making. Plus they serve their breakfast bowls all day, and you can order salads by the half or whole bowl."

"A post shared by Mother Juice (@motherjuice) on Feb 11, 2020 at 3:57pm PST. Mother Juice is a little on the steep side in terms of salad spots, but considering that all of their ingredients are organic, produced locally and hand-made on site, the price tag feels a little more justifiable. Everything on Mother Juice’s menu is deeply nourishing– but without tasting like it."

"Sweet Rice, with locations in both JP and Charlestown, has an extensive menu with Thai and Japanese options. There’s a seemingly infinite number of rolls to choose from, including one that pays homage to our favorite underwater character, SpongeBob. Sushi party boats for four people are available as well."

"Thai and Japanese restaurant Sweet Rice is open for takeout and delivery on Caviar and Grubhub, which means you can pair your chirashi bowl with a side of tom yum soup."