Chinese cuisine has been a popular favourite in Glasgow for decades, thanks to the city’s long-established Chinese community.
While many Glaswegians enjoy a Chinese takeaway at home, there are also plenty of fantastic restaurants across the city that are well worth a visit.
Here are 14 of the best Chinese restaurants to visit in 2026.

5. Lychee Oriental
If you are in the mood for some incredible Chinese food, head down to Lychee Oriental on Mitchell Street where you are sure to be fed well as their dishes are bursting with flavour. The restaurant opened in Glasgow city centre back in 2015, with a second premises opening in Shawlands earlier this year. Go for the twice cooked pork belly. 59 Mitchell St, Glasgow G1 3LN. | Supplied

6. Ka Ka Lok
Situated near Charing Cross, Ka Ka Lok is very much a neighbourhood favourite They have a wide range menu with their roast duck being terrific. 175 St George's Rd, Glasgow G3 6JD. | Supplied

7. Dumpling Monkey
Dumpling Monkey can be found on Dumbarton Road in Partick. It’s a great place for a quick bite with their noodles being a favourite amongst those from the West End with the restaurant always being busy. Order beef flank with mooli and some special dumplings. 121 Dumbarton Rd, Glasgow G11 6PR. | Dumpling Monkey

8. Zhima
Zhima is one of Glasgow's newest Chinese restaurants but has already left its mark on the city with plenty of people heading to the new city centre spot to sample traditional flavours with a modern twist. Check out the Xianjiang cumin lamb. 35 St Vincent Place, Glasgow G1 2ER. | Zhima


