Best Chinese Restaurants in Downtown LA (90013)
1 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
China Cafe
An OG GCM stall serving unchanged Chinese-American comfort since 1959.
Worthy Picks
#1
China Cafe
7.6
A long-running Grand Central Market counter doing classic California Chinese-American plates in a fast, cafeteria rhythm. Portions are generous and the cooking hits comforting notes—think chow mein, fried rice, and wonton soup—more about nostalgia and value than modern regional precision. Service is brisk and no-frills, fitting the market crawl vibe.
Must-Try Dishes:
House wonton soup, Hong Kong-style chow mein, BBQ pork fried rice
What makes it special: An OG GCM stall serving unchanged Chinese-American comfort since 1959.