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China Chili

4.0 (1.1k reviews)
ModerateChinese, Seafood, Soup
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Good for groups
Good for kids

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House Chow Mein
Gayl B.

We did take out here with a great assortment of dishes: Crab cheese puffs Peking duck with bao and plum sauce Tangy lemon chicken Spicy garlic eggplant Fried rice with vegetables Vegetable Chow mein House chow mein Peking duck was fabulous! Crab cheese puffs were excellent (just not enough of them). Loved the lemon chicken, and although I don't like eggplant, this spicy garlic was great disguising the eggplant! Both chow meins were yummy. Can't decide which one I liked the best. I didn't feel like a needed to drink a lot of water after eating which sometimes I feel like after Chinese food. That's a good thing. Definitely going to make this place a go-to for Chinese food!

Judy L.

Go-to Chinese comfort spot China Chili serves up Cantonese, Szechuan, and Hong Kong-style dishes in a classic, no-frills setting. I've been here for both lunch and dinner, but lunch is my usual, fast, easy, and always hits. My favorite: House Special Chicken (not spicy) -- yes, I'm a wimp but it's flavorful and perfect every time. Service is always quick and friendly, which makes it an easy go-to.

Kung Pao Shrimp
Joy T.

This place has been staying steadily in business for awhile. And always busy when I am dining here. Spacious inside, with aquariums of fish and decor that let's you know you are at a Chinese restaurant. Staff is always helpful and fast. As is the food, hot and fast. Which is always an easy best to return. Their Kung Pao shrimp is always satisfyingly good. Jumbo prawns sauteed with dried chili peppers, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts and spicy Kung Pao sauce, then topped with peanuts. It comes with soup of the day and a vegetable roll, as this is their lunch special. Doesn't break the bank and tasty all around.

Tangy Lemon Chicken
Destiney S.

Had lunch with some coworkers (about 7 of us) and we all had a lunch special. I chose the tangy chicken again (sauce on the side) it was soo good! Service was prompt and friendly. Love getting lunch here!! I hope to visit more often this year cause it never disappoints

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Melissa K.

What a freaking gem. Came here for the first time and can genuinely say this is the best Chinese food spot in Phoenix, probably Arizona. Walked in and was immediately transferred back to the old school Chinese restaurants back east. We did the Phoenix dinner for 2 and substituted the pork for orange chicken. Everything was absolutely delicious. First came out the salad which was super flavorful and fresh. Fresh lettuce, noodles, amazing dressing and super tender chicken slices. It came with two wontons which were also soo good. Perfectly crisp and filled with a cream cheese stuffing that complimented the salad perfectly. Hot and sour soup was next and while that's not usually my favorite soup, it was great and had depth in the flavor. Then came our entrees, huge in size and definitely worth the price. The kung pao chicken had delicious flavor and veggies were perfectly cooked. The fried rice was not your average, it had chicken, shrimp and the most tender beef. The orange chicken was definitely my favorite. You can tell they use breast and the crisp on the outside was so perfect, sauce was sweet with a little kick, just perfect. Service was insightful, quick and friendly. I think my bf had his sprite filled at least 3 times and I was asked if I wanted another coke at least 5 The ambiance is authentic yet casual with Chinese art and tapestry on the walls, fish tank, etc. We will definitely be back.

Excellent meals
Kathleen S.

Soooo Even tho there are tons of Chinese options in AZ. This one by far exceeds them all You know when you arrive that its going to be authentic fresh & delicious we dont live close enough to go alot.....when on this side of town its our go to .....best Chinese

beef egg foo young
Bri D.

i haven't eaten from here in about two years, which makes me feel like somewhat of a cheater. however, the food still tasted as great as it did the first time! this go-around, i ordered beef egg foo young (been craving the dish for a WHILE, and was satisfied to have my wish fulfilled) with jasmine rice. i was pleasantly surprised to see that my order was followed exactly to the letter, and there were no mistakes or missing items. my only itch was that it was a tad greasy, but obviously no one's eating here for the health benefits. i'm proud to say that i ate my plate clean last friday. :)

Bar BBQ Pork Slices
Bill W.

The food has always been very good every time we visit. Which sadly isn't that often because it's a drive to get there. If I lived closer I'd eat there at least twice a week. The service is efficient because everyone shares the load. You don't just have one server. The ambiance is your typical large dining hall Chinese restaurant. A large open room with various sized tables with the typical paper table covers and zodiac paper place mats. If you don't know the vibe you don't get out for Chinese much. On to the food. For appetizers we got the BBQ pork slices. Very good but not anything great or special. I'd stick with the pot stickers for my appetizer of choice. Get the pork in an entree or the fried rice. For our soup choice we went with the sizzling rice soup. Very good with sliced chicken breast and veggies. And the rice actually sizzles. Since unlike some other restaurants it doesn't have shrimp or pork I might choose something else next time. Entrees. The star of the show in my opinion and others is the orange chicken. Not your standard chunks breaded and fried soaked in a sweet sugar syrup but a full chucked breast breaded and fried to a perfect crisp then sliced like a katsu and covered in a slightly sweet and slightly spicy sauce with hint of orange. I could eat this all by myself and be happy. Next we got the Mongolian Beef. Average. Not great, not bad, just average. Too saucy with too many onions. Nothing compares to China Chef in Morton Grove, IL. The pork fried rice. Pretty good with lots of bbq pork. Way more than you get in the slices. My only gripe with most places is there's no place for carrots and peas in fried rice. Bean sprouts and scallions is the way to go. But here it's the frozen veg carrots and peas combo. Oh well. Next time I think it will be mu shu pork instead of Mongolian and hot and sour instead of sizzling rice soup. One other comment. Like most restaurants in AZ. The egg rolls are really spring rolls. Hard pass as real egg rolls have won ton wrapper skins, shrimp and bbq pork with a hint of peanut butter in them. Outside of NY or Chicago I've never found the real deal.

Orange chicken and noodles with beef

Always served hot. Portions are large. Very tasty and great service. Very clean on the inside.

Menu 8/13/25 (ig: @cravingswithcat)
Catherine N.

The portions here are so big, we got a two person combo and had leftovers for two people. My favorite was the Honey Walnut Shrimp, wish it was crispier though. The workers are super attentive and nice. The restaurant is big with lots of seating and was busy when we came for a weekday dinner! ig: @cravingswithcat

House Special Chicken
Dawn M.

Probably the best fried rice I've had in awhile! Picked up some food to bring to the hospital. I ordered over the phone amd was ready by the time I got there. I ordered the shrimp lo mein. The dish was flavorful, the noodles were perfect, and came with a great amount of shrimp. The vegetable fried rice was also a great balance. Not too greasy. Light and tasty. Lastly, the house special chicken was very filling. The chicken chunks alone were huge. It actually tasted like real chicken too. The sauce was light and probably could've used more sweet chili flavors. Over all it was great experience. I'd bring my husband back to try more items!

Janet L.

The location, service, and ambiance - absolutely 5 stars! However, the food is a bit ok the salty side for me, hence the 4-star rating. As the photo shows, we ordered some meat dishes and some veggie dishes. The eggplant with chicken was my favorite. The pan fried noodles' dish is crispy and flavorful. We ordered a couple vegetarian dishes for a friend who is vegan and she felt accommodated with the Kai Lan and mixed vegetables that were picked out for her. I'll probably go back only if a meeting or a banquet is being hosted there. Side note: Parking could be a bit tricky for large banquets.

Mongolian Beef w/fried rice and egg roll

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Nothing to rave about. Large menu mediocre food. Prices are decent. The food was buried in the sauces not appealing to me

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Great food everything Is tasty and big portions. Very roomy and service is excellent! Family friendly big tables to share the time.

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1 year ago

The Peking Duck is fabulous!!! All was very good felt just like being back in Beijing.

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1 year ago

Delicious food and great service. Lunch special is big enough for two meals at a great price.

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2 years ago

I've been visiting China Chili's for the past 14 years, and have never had a bad meal. Service is fast, and the lemon chicken is amazing!!

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1 year ago

Delicious food. Fast service. No waiting. Ambiance is pleasant. Good experience inside dining and experienced timely takeout

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3 years ago

I'm a regular here food is quick and tasty I order here at least once a month and recommend to anyone who asks for great Chinese food

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2 years ago

Excellent service, great food. You gotta try the fried fish. The mapo tofu (fried) is pretty good

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Good food, fast service always consistent. Love love love gotta thank TikTok for this recommendation

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Food was good....a little too many onions in the Mongolian beef for my taste but other than that really good food.

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Food and service is always great here and the best authentic Chinese restaurant I've been to in phoenix.

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delicious all I can say is a delicious!. I judge every Asian restaurant by their orange chicken. This was the very best by far.

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Does restaurant except reservations?

China Chili does accept reservations. Just make sure to call and find out how far in advance a reservation will be accepted.

Do they serve dim sum?

No they don't.

Are they open Christmas day?

Went there today. They are saying only carry outs in Christmas Eve and Christmas this year.

Is the dinning room open for dinning in?

Not yet. I just went to pick up take out last night.

Are they open anymore? I am only getting a busy signal when trying to order...

I ordered from them last week... I usually get a busy signal a couple times before getting through.

Are there many gluten free options here? (Hoping for answers other than just steamed vegetables without any sauce, etc)

Yes there's plenty of gluten free options such as any type of meat or seafood with sautéed vegetables, and more just ask them and they can make it gluten free.

How is the Peking Duck?

Good

Does China Chili take reservations?

What are the hours for Christmas Eve?

I believe they're normal business hours.

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Recently I heard very good things about this Asian restaurant. I couldn't wait to go and try their…read moreegg foo young - an American asian staple by which I and many others judge an asian take out restaurant. To be clear, I am a New Yorker and know good fast Chinese food. The ambiance was promising. It looked like I was finally going to find what I've been looking for in Phoenix for years. For whatever reason, Chinese restaurants in Arizona serve egg hockey pucks and cover it with various items and call it egg foo young. I even asked about it before I ordered it. Alas when I got home and saw what I had, I was disappointed. It's faster to make it this way but the egg hockey puck had no taste - zero. They could have at least added oyster sauce, a little soy sauce, maybe nam plah, and perhaps sesame oil. It was tasteless. A complete miss. I also ordered something simple, shrimp spring rolls. They were delicious! I inhaled them and will order them again. I'd go again just for the spring rolls. Maybe they have other dishes that are good and I may not entirely give up but the egg foo young is a no go.

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Droopy, dusty fan. Gross.
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YAM MAMUANG BORAN - green mango salad
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