Looking for a yummy Chinese meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Chinese restaurants around Mesa, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.
1. Asian Cafe Express
Topping the list is Asian Cafe Express. Located at 1911 W. Main St., Suite 3, the Chinese spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly Chinese restaurant in Mesa, boasting 4.5 stars out of 553 reviews on Yelp. This spot offers a wide variety of Chinese fare — try out a favorite like the cheese broccoli chicken with light sauce or opt for the Szechuan-style shrimp. (The full menu can be seen here.)
2. Ginger Zing
Next up is Ginger Zing, situated at 3460 E. Southern Ave., Suite 109. With 4.5 stars out of 196 reviews on Yelp, the Chinese and Asian fusion spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.
Start off with appetizers like cheese puffs, crispy dumplings or edamame before opting for popular main dishes like the Mandarin orange, served with a choice of protein in a tangy sauce; the ginger Mongolian with onions cooked in a garlic sauce; or the Thai peanut with bamboo shoots and carrots. (Check out the full menu here.)
3. Dragon Express
Dobson Woods's Dragon Express, located at 1125 W. Baseline Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Chinese spot, which offers desserts and soup, four stars out of 251 reviews. From lo mein and chow mein to fried rice and veggie dishes, this spot serves up a variety of Asian dishes. (Check out the business' website to take a peek at the full menu.)
4. Nan Zhou - Hand Drawn Noodle House
Check out Nan Zhou - Hand Drawn Noodle House, which has earned four stars out of 187 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Chinese and Asian fusion spot, which offers noodles and more, by heading over to 111 S. Dobson Road. Try items like beef fried rice, stir-fried seafood noodles, fish ball soup and more. Chef's specials like the salt and pepper ribs and specialty drinks like the honey peach smoothie are also on the menu.
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