Top Best Chinese Restaurants in Gaithersburg

"The sister restaurant to Merrifield’s Uncle Liu’s, Mala Tang is where Arlingtonians go for Chinese hot pot. The menu also offers a variety of appetizers and Sichuan dishes such as cumin lamb. Hot pots are customizable with dippers like fish balls, prawns, “mala’ spicy beef, and a number of vegetables."

"One of the most beloved hand-held foods just got more fun with… bubbles!. At Tiger Fork, the bubble waffle is served with two scoops of ice cream plus “fun stuff.” The “fun stuff” is a random assortment of toppings from sprinkles to crushed cookies to pixie sticks chosen by the kitchen. You might not know what toppings you’ll get, but you know sugar overload is guaranteed!"

"Dragon-covered walls, ornamental China, Oriental art and vibrant colors make this underground Hong Kong-styled spot Instagram-worthy. Food is a bit over-priced, but you are paying for the ambiance. Still drooling over these amazing spicy chili wontons from @tigerforkdc that we ate at our #TTInsider dinner this week!"

"Tucked in DC’s hip Blagden Alley, Tiger Fork transports customers into the heart of Hong Kong. Guests sip on milk tea while entertained by dragon-filled murals sprawled across the walls. Tiger Fork accents traditional Hong Kong cuisine with hints of modern multi-cultural flavors."

"So this entry may not look like much on the outside but just wait until stepping inside. This casual, kid-friendly eatery serving Chinese fare is a must visit in northeast. The menu features appetizers and cold dishes, soups, chicken dishes, Szechuan and country style entrees, BBQ, rice, noodle and soups and desserts."

"Yes, Panda Gourmet is attached to a Day’s Inn on New York Avenue. But for years, the Szechuan restaurant has thrived. It may be unassumingly placed and decorated, but substance precedes style in this case; the food is incredible."

"You might not expect much from a restaurant set in a Days Inn on the road into town. But you would be wrong. Panda Gourmet serves a menu full of Sichuan specialties that are worth the trip out."

"In the food world, Peter Chang has become the equivalent of Waldo, with devotees of the chef’s sometimes magical cooking wondering, on any given night, which of his seven restaurant kitchens (from Richmond to Rockville) he’s commanding. Here’s one way to tell: Order the scallion bubble pancakes, which on a recent night at his Arlington outpost were every bit the showstopper they had been in his pre-expansion heyday—big and round and puffy as lanterns, without even a trace of grease. One misstep aside (an unremarkable duck special), the meal hummed along at that high level."

"5 out of 5 stars Restaurants Chinese Arlington. After leaving his post as the chef for the Chinese Embassy, Peter Chang popped up at Chinese restaurants around the country and vanished as soon as devoted fans tracked him down. The chef has since shed his elusive persona and opened a small chain of restaurants bearing his name."

"Finding good Chinese food in Arlington isn’t easy, but Peter Chang is an exception. Chef/owner Chang is the former chef of the Chinese embassy, and if you’ve ever wanted to use a straw to consume a dumpling, “Peter’s Big Bun” soup dumplings will help you accomplish that goal. For things that don’t require slurping, get some of the massive stir-fry hot pots."

"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants Chinatown. If you’re having a hard time finding Full Kee in the cramped streets of Chinatown, just look for the ducks hanging in the window—they’re a tantalizing glimpse at the fresh Cantonese cooking that awaits you. Waste no time and order the shrimp dumpling soup made with roast pork and Chinese greens, arguably the restaurant’s best dish and certainly its most popular."

"Enjoy fine dining in Washington, DC with premium aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef at Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Open for dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 202-393-4488. Learn MoreMake a Reservation"

"The Islamic Center is located on Massachusetts Avenue NW, the bustling D.C. street lined with embassies, often referred to as Embassy Row. Architect Mario Rossi designed the mosque in the Neo-Mamluk style of architecture made popular in 15th century Egypt."

"Unique features: The Chevy Chase Rec Center or as my kids now call it, THE TOY PLAYGROUND!. There are so many fun bikes, trikes, play kitchens and toys to play with!. The splash pad was so much fun and the playground is really large."

"VEGZ is a mostly vegan, mostly Indian restaurant in Washington, DC. Vegan items, such as the Vegz Burger, stir fried okra, crispy Brussels sprouts, and fried yellow lentils are clearly marked. The prices are also very reasonable, so you can get a great meal without hurting your wallet. Open daily for lunch and dinner Counter service vegan options take-out, delivery VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$"

"Offering both vegan and vegetarian options, Chef Swarn Singh created Vegz from the comfort of his mother’s kitchen. You’ll find delicious homemade hummus pita, freshly cut parmesan fries, and papdi chat as appetizers, then circle into your main course and enjoy items like masala dosa and paneer uthappam crepes, mixed vegetable korma, and other Indian-styled options."

"Georgetown Cupcake is probably the most well-known spot to get the best desserts in Georgetown. It is the base for the reality TV show, DC Cupcakes, which first aired in 2010. The show since gained worldwide fame for this small bakery and its co-owners."

"I hesitated to include Georgetown Cupcake in this list, but it's an old-reliable shop. If the line is less than two hours, these cupcakes are definitely worth it, but there are many other great cupcake places in DC to explore as well."