Many Chinese restaurants close on Mondays, making it tough to find authentic flavors. But you don’t need to settle for mediocre takeout when Tulsa’s finest spots actually welcome diners at the start of the week. It’s often easier to snag a table while everyone else is debating what to cook anyway.
CHENGDU
$ | (918) 615-6008 | WEBSITE
CHENGDU is perfect for date nights, family dinners, group celebrations, or any other occasion that calls for authentic Chinese cuisine. This welcoming restaurant’s menu stays true to its roots with consistent excellence. From the mapo tofu to the Szechuan beef, every dish delivers on flavor, thanks to traditional spices and fresh preparation. It’s the kind of place you return to again and again—their family-style meals like dumplings and spring rolls never disappoint.
Dragon China Restaurant
$ | (918) 607-7697 | WEBSITE
Tulsa doesn’t have a lot of places with truly authentic Chinese food, but we do have Dragon China Restaurant. It’s a little bit classic Sichuan, a little bit standard Cantonese, and every bit a place where you come to enjoy fresh, flavorful meals in exchange for prices that make you want to come back again tomorrow.
It’s a clean, friendly restaurant where steaming plates of General Tso’s chicken occupy half of the tables, next to savory black pepper beef, fantastic egg rolls, and homemade egg drop soup.
Egg Roll Express
$ | (918) 749-5541 | WEBSITE
Egg Roll Express is from the same family responsible for building a reputation for consistently delivering high-quality, fresh ingredients cooked to order, and it feels like a blend of both—basically, a Chinese restaurant with quick drive-through convenience. Both of the other places might offer casual dining, but neither of them has a service that’s as quick and efficient with generous portions that often result in leftovers.
You’ll find dishes like Beef Lo Mein and Orange Beef right next to bourbon chicken and the classic Egg Rolls priced at very good rates.
Lisu Thai Kitchen
$ | (918) 949-9377 | WEBSITE
Lisu Thai Kitchen stands out like a vibrant spice market in a strip mall full of chain restaurants, because that’s exactly what it is. It’s cozy and unpretentious, and dinner here feels like you’re in the background of a family reunion photo.
Red curry with chicken takes center stage, but it’s the small Thai plates and customizable noodle dishes—fresh spring rolls with that kicky peanut sauce, chicken curry egg rolls, basil stir fry with ground chicken—that are worth navigating the parking lot for, even when all you want to do is order takeout and watch Netflix.
Asian Fusion restaurant
$ | (918) 835-1888 | WEBSITE
Asian Fusion restaurant comes from the same folks behind Tulsa’s best Chinese spots, where even a Tuesday takeout order can be hard to come by. This local favorite, just off the main drag, trades its sister restaurants’ traditional charm for bright modern lighting, sleek bamboo accents, and casual comfort. The menu skews Chinese, but fried rice is the centerpiece.
It shares a stage with Moo Goo Gai Pan, Thai Curry Pineapple Fried Rice, Cleopatra Chicken that spills off the plate, and sesame-topped everything. It’s a solid option for quick lunches, family dinners, and other casual outings.
Eggroll Kingdom
$ | (918) 250-5218 | WEBSITE
Eggroll Kingdom has one of the most recognizable dining rooms in Tulsa, in part because it’s located in a quiet strip mall where the Chinese restaurant’s Asian-inspired cheerfulness practically radiates from the spacious interior. Order lo mein and fried rice to start, then grab generous portions of expertly prepared dishes, vegetarian options, and whatever else catches your eye. There’s no wrong choice here.
Super Wok
$ | (918) 749-0901 | WEBSITE
When we’re in Brookside and craving Chinese, we head to Super Wok. It’s a beloved spot known for its dedication to the community, and much like at all the best neighborhood joints, the food here is some of Tulsa’s freshest. Of course, this isn’t just a dumpling restaurant. There’s a full menu of excellent healthy options as well, many of which are made with premium ingredients like fresh vegetables in every order.
You probably won’t have a hard time driving through, but Super Wok does welcome regulars.
Panda Express
$ | (918) 364-6898 | WEBSITE
Panda Express delivers a familiar comfort from the moment you pull into the drive-thru lane. The honey walnut shrimp and double orange chicken with white rice taste as satisfying today as they did when you first tried them years ago. Bring your family, your coworkers, your cravings—Panda’s still got it. If you want something sweet afterward, the fortune cookies are right there in the bag.
Wok Wok
$ | (918) 834-9996 | WEBSITE
On our latest trip to Wok Wok, we sat near a family celebrating a birthday and a group of regulars who seemed to know the staff by name. The Tulsa spot isn’t as formal as that description suggests, though. Dishes can be inexpensive, but nothing will leave you unsatisfied. The highlights are the flavorful sesame chicken and savory Mongolian beef. Wok Wok is a cozy place, and the wait is only about 15 minutes, making it a reliable choice for a meal that doesn’t require a fancy reservation.
MANDARIN TASTE
$ | (918) 878-7998 | WEBSITE
If you’re hoping for a spontaneous dinner at Mandarin Taste, Thursday is your best bet for walking in without a wait. Realistically, though, you’ll want to call ahead to secure a table on a busy weekend night. Not many Tulsa Chinese spots still require reservations weeks in advance after establishing themselves as local favorites, but this Sichuan-inspired destination has maintained its popularity since it first opened in its sleek modern space with Oriental accents.
Chopsticks
$ | (918) 488-0266 | WEBSITE
Housed in a simple, unassuming building that might have been featured in a local business directory, Chopsticks occupies that sweet spot between quick-service convenience and genuine Chinese comfort food. Get there a little early so you can grab a booth by the window with a pot of tea. Eventually the aroma of sizzling beef and vegetables—or the thought of Chopsticks’ generous portions selling out—will draw you to the counter.
EggRoll Street
$ | (918) 254-8994 | WEBSITE
On almost any night of the week, EggRoll Street is one of the liveliest Chinese restaurants in Tulsa. The dining room is boisterous, the service is quick and friendly, and the bubble teas are refreshing. Their delicious Asian dishes, like pepper chicken and chicken lo mein, are best when shared among a small group eager to tackle as much of the menu as possible.