Top 15 Chinese Restaurants in Moscow 2026–2027: A Ranking of Moscow's Best Restaurants

It’s easy to choose a Chinese restaurant in Moscow based on its name, but it’s harder to choose one based on its cuisine. The city is home to restaurants with chefs from Guangzhou and Sichuan, establishments serving Peking duck carved at the table, hot pot restaurants, and fast-food spots in Moscow City.

We’ve compiled a list of 15 places where Chinese cuisine in Moscow is best represented: from upscale dining rooms with VIP booths to affordable spots with a bill of up to 1,000 ₽. For each restaurant, we’ve listed the address, average check, signature dishes, and dining style, and the names link to cards with menus and reservation options. Prices and hours of operation are current as of October 2026.

What the Chinese Themselves Eat

Chinese cuisine brings together dozens of regional traditions. Traditionally, there are eight major culinary traditions: Shandong, Sichuan, Cantonese, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Fujian, Hunan, and Anhui. In Moscow, four styles are most commonly found:

• Beijing and Shandong. Northern cuisine based on wheat: noodles, jiaozi dumplings, baozi steamed buns, and the capital’s signature dish—Peking duck.

• Sichuan cuisine. Spicy and aromatic, built on a combination of chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. The most famous dishes are mapo tofu, kung pao chicken, and hogo.

• Cantonese. A southern cuisine with an emphasis on seafood, steamed fish, and dim sum, which is eaten with morning tea in Guangzhou.

• Northeastern. Dishes from the border region of Dongbei, well known to Russians: guobaozhou (pork in sweet-and-sour batter), fried dumplings, and braised vegetables.

In everyday life, the Chinese eat simple, hearty meals. For breakfast—zhou rice porridge, baozi, and fried youtiao; for lunch—a bowl of noodles or rice with two or three side dishes; and for dinner—a communal meal. Dishes are placed in the center, and everyone takes a little bit. Hence the ordering rule: one dish per person, plus soup and rice. Hot tea without sugar is served with the meal. Hogo gathers groups of friends in the winter and on holidays: it’s both a dinner and a long conversation around the table.

The best Chinese restaurants in Moscow adhere to these very traditions: the menu features regional specialties, the kitchen is staffed by chefs from China, and the dining room features round tables with a rotating center.

How the Ranking Was Compiled

The list of top Chinese restaurants in Moscow was compiled by the editorial team at moscow-city.guide based on restaurant profiles, menus, and guest reviews. Each restaurant was evaluated according to six criteria:

• Cuisine. Regional specialization, chefs from China, and the availability of signature dishes: Peking duck, hogo, dim sum, and hand-pulled noodles.

The top two spots were taken by restaurants serving the best Peking duck and offering the widest variety of regional cuisines. Positions 11–15 went to establishments with unique concepts: a panoramic restaurant in City, the palatial “Turandot,” a Sichuan restaurant featuring hogou, and two fast-casual concepts in Moscow City.

Ranking of Chinese Restaurants in Moscow

Below is a list of the 15 best Chinese restaurants in Moscow, ranked from premium dining rooms serving Peking duck to fast-casual spots in Moscow City.

1. J. Z. Peking Duck

A three-story restaurant on Tsvetnoy Boulevard, named after the signature dish of Peking cuisine. The duck is roasted whole and carved at the table, preserving its crispy skin and juicy meat. The menu covers six regional cuisines of China—from Shandong to Shaanxi—so it’s easy to find something for every palate here.

The space is divided into different areas. On the first floor is the Qing-Feng bistro for a quick meal; above it are a premium dining room and 13 VIP rooms. The interior is designed in a classic Chinese style: red lacquer, carved screens, gilded dragons, and round tables with rotating centers. They also serve hoguo and host tea ceremonies here.

• Cuisine: Beijing, Shandong, Cantonese, Hunan, Sichuan, Shaanxi

• Address: 21 Tsvetnoy Boulevard, Bldg. 2

• Average bill: 3,000–6,000 ₽

• What to order: Peking duck, dim sum, baozi, Kung Pao chicken, mapo tofu, bianbian noodles

• Best for: business dinners, family celebrations, large groups

Hours: Mon–Thu 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., Fri–Sun 11:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m.

2. Mr. Lee

One of the capital’s most famous Chinese restaurants and the most expensive on this list. It is currently located in a historic estate on Povarskaya Street. Chef Li Zhang oversees the kitchen, working alongside nine chefs from China, ensuring that classic dishes are prepared here according to authentic recipes.

The dining room seats 147 guests; in the summer, a 64-seat terrace is open, and VIP rooms are available for private events. The bar menu features sake, baijiu, rare Chinese wines, and signature cocktails. Peking duck is carved to order right in the dining room.

• Cuisine: Chinese, Pan-Asian

• Address: 52/55 Povarskaya St., Bldg. 2, Barrikadnaya Metro Station

• Average check: 8,000 ₽

• What to order: Peking duck, dim sum, beef in black pepper sauce, carp in sweet-and-sour sauce, fried milk with orange sauce

• Best for: business meetings, formal dinners, special occasions

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–12:00 AM

3. Old Sichuan (Druzhba)

The successor to the legendary “Druzhba” on Novoslobodskaya Street, which moved to the Kitay-Gorod district. Here, they serve spicy Sichuan cuisine without adapting it to European tastes. Many of the guests are Chinese: they come here when they want to eat just as they do at home in Chengdu.

The dining room on the second floor is decorated in a traditional style: red lanterns, paper patterns on the walls, and carved screens. Round tables with rotating centers are set up for groups, while private booths are available for a romantic dinner for two. The restaurant hosts banquets.

• Cuisine: Sichuan

• Address: 25 Lubyansky Proezd, Bldg. 2, Kitay-Gorod, Lubyanka, Kuznetsky Most

• Average check: 1,500–2,000 ₽

• What to order: “Three Flavors” beef ribs, fried carp with tofu and bean sprouts, boiled chicken in spicy sauce, pork roll with cucumber, hand-pulled noodles

• Best for: spicy food lovers, groups, banquets

Hours: Daily 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.

4. China Garden

One of Moscow’s first private Chinese restaurants: it has been operating since 1994 in the World Trade Center. Over the past three decades, it has become a popular venue for business lunches, and its regular guests include Chinese delegations and businesspeople.

The interior is understated and classic: white tablecloths, dark wood, calligraphy and paintings on the walls, red lanterns, and stone guardian lions at the entrance. Tables are spaced out to allow for relaxed conversation during meals. The cuisine is Cantonese, featuring signature dishes.

• Cuisine: Cantonese, signature dishes

• Address: 12 Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, CMT, 1st floor, Vystavochnaya Metro Station

• Average check: 2,000–3,500 ₽

• What to order: steamed sea bass with ginger and soy sauce, Sichuan-style beef, dim sum, spring rolls, Peking duck

• Best for: business meetings, negotiations with Chinese partners

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–11:00 PM

5. Hong Kong

A restaurant on the 25th floor of the Holiday Inn in Sokolniki with panoramic views of the city. The kitchen is led by Dmitry Shursakov, a chef who has been working in Moscow since 1991. He is known for his unexpected combinations and striking presentation, so Chinese classics are served alongside his signature dishes here.

The interior features decorative panels, brass light fixtures, deep-hued furniture, and rugs with floral patterns. A VIP area is available for private events, and there is a separate bar.

• Cuisine: Chinese, Pan-Asian, signature

• Address: 24 Rusakovskaya St., Sokolniki Metro Station

• Average check: 2,500–3,000 ₽

• What to order: Peking duck with mandarin pancakes, “Belka” carp in sweet-and-sour sauce, crispy zucchini and eggplant with sesame seeds, mango cheesecake with coconut parfait

• Best for: dates, dinner with a view, small private gatherings

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–11:30 PM

6. China Club

The Novikov Group restaurant, located in a mansion on Krasina Street, is one of Moscow’s first modern Chinese restaurants. The kitchen is led by two chefs—Andrey Likhachev and Wang Zhiping. Classic Chinese dishes are complemented here by European fare, and the wine list—with an emphasis on France and Italy—was curated by sommelier Alexey Chernov.

The mansion seats 90 guests. The interior was designed by decorator Albina Nazimova: a classic foundation, oriental décor, and sofas with silk cushions. For business meetings, there are private rooms; for celebrations, there is a banquet hall with a grand piano and a fireplace that seats 24 guests for a sit-down dinner or 50 for a buffet.

• Cuisine: Chinese, European

• Address: 21 Krasina St., Mayakovskaya and Belorusskaya metro stations

• Average check: 3,000–5,000 ₽

• What to order: Peking duck, handmade dim sum, Sichuan-style beef, pike perch in sweet-and-sour sauce, Kamchatka crab meat stir-fried in a wok

• Best for: business lunches, intimate banquets, dinner in a relaxed atmosphere

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–11:00 PM

7. Soluxe Huaming

A restaurant in the Huaming Business Park near the Botanical Garden, specializing in the cuisine of China’s northern provinces and the Yangzhou tradition. Chef Yang Peiwen is a master of Northern Chinese and imperial court cuisine and a recipient of professional awards. He recreates imperial recipes without simplifying them.

The interior is designed according to feng shui principles: soft lines, warm lighting, and a restrained Eastern aesthetic without excessive decor. For receptions, there are VIP rooms for 10–20 guests, where meals are served on imperial porcelain.

• Cuisine: Northern Chinese, imperial, avant-garde

• Address: 16 Wilhelm Pieck St., Botanical Garden metro station

• Average check: 3,000–4,000 ₽

• What to order: Peking duck, rare regional dishes

• Best for: business receptions, dinners with partners, private events

Hours: Daily 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.

8. Feifan Hogo

A specialty hot pot restaurant located 380 meters from the “Prospekt Vernadskogo” metro station. Guests choose a broth, then select thinly sliced meat, meatballs, seafood, vegetables, tofu, and mushrooms, and cook everything right at their table. Waitstaff advise on cooking times and help prepare the sauce.

The spacious dining room with panoramic windows is perfect for long dinners. Many of the patrons are visitors from China. The restaurant hosts private events and offers a loyalty program.

• Cuisine: hot pot (huo guo)

• Address: 37 Vernadsky Prospekt, Bldg. 1, “Ektos” Business Center

• Average bill: 2,500–3,000 ₽

• What to order: hot pot with beef and seafood, Yangzhou fried rice, fried rice with kimchi, pumpkin fritters, sesame balls

• Best for: groups, long dinners, guests who enjoy cooking their own food at the table

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–12:00 AM

9. Chinese News

A restaurant on Novy Arbat designed in the style of a Chinese market street: neon signs, red lanterns, painted screens, and colorful seating areas. In the center of the open kitchen stands a charcoal grill where duck and chicken are prepared.

The kitchen relies on handmade preparations: the dough for xiaolongbao is rolled out by hand, bianbian noodles are pulled on the spot, and nourishing soups are simmered in porcelain pots. A private room is available for private gatherings.

• Cuisine: Chinese

• Address: 17 Novy Arbat, Smolenskaya or Arbatskaya metro stations

• Average check: 1,500–2,500 ₽

• What to order: xiaolongbao, charcoal-grilled duck and chicken, bianbian noodles with beef, Sichuan-style chicken, soup in a porcelain bowl

• Best for: dinner with friends in the city center, a first taste of Chinese cuisine

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–12:00 AM

10. Chinese Cuisine

A Cantonese restaurant on Sretenka where Chef Zhang Xiancheng from Guangzhou has been cooking since it opened in 2014. Before coming to Moscow, he worked at Marriott and Sheraton hotels in China. The menu features Cantonese classics: dim sum, spare ribs in sweet sauce, and fish.

The three dining rooms, which seat 98 guests, blend the aesthetic of an English pub with sculptures from the Han and Tang dynasties and contemporary Chinese art. Deep red tones, dark wood, and soft lighting create an intimate atmosphere. There is a bar serving signature cocktails and homemade lemonades, and the terrace is open in the summer.

• Cuisine: Cantonese

• Address: 1 Sretenka, Sretensky Boulevard, Chistye Prudy, Turgenevskaya

• Average bill: 1,500–2,500 ₽

• What to order: dim sum with shrimp, crab, and eel; Cantonese-style pork ribs with rice wine; Peking duck; mapo tofu; fried milk

• Best for: dinner in the city center, dim sum lovers, small gatherings

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–12:00 AM

11. Mume

A contemporary Chinese restaurant on the 90th floor of the Federation Tower in Moscow City. The kitchen is led by Chef Jackie Wu, formerly the chef at the Michelin-starred Duddell’s restaurant in Hong Kong. The menu is rooted in imperial culinary traditions, featuring intricate techniques and ceremonial presentation.

The interior was designed by a Singapore-based firm: vibrant stained-glass windows, futuristic furniture, and panoramic windows offering views of all of Moscow. VIP rooms are available for private gatherings, and the restaurant hosts weddings, corporate events, and banquets.

• Cuisine: Chinese, imperial tradition

• Address: 15A Druzhinnikovskaya St., “Federation” Tower (East), 90th floor, Krasnopresnenskaya Metro Station

• Average check: 4,000–5,000 ₽

• What to order: imperial cuisine dishes, signature cocktails

• Best for: special occasions, weddings, corporate events

Hours: Daily 1:00 PM–12:00 AM

12. Turandot

This palace complex on Tverskoy Boulevard is one of the most beautiful Chinese restaurants in Moscow. It features six spacious dining rooms and eight private dining rooms, a two-story rotunda with a crystal chandelier, and a “Florentine courtyard”—an atrium with marble columns.

The menu features a blend of Chinese and Pan-Asian dishes made with ingredients from across Asia, as well as European cuisine. There is a vegan menu, and live music is performed in the evenings.

• Cuisine: Pan-Asian, Chinese, European

• Address: 26 Tverskoy Boulevard, near Pushkinskaya, Tverskaya, and Chekhovskaya metro stations

• Average bill: 4,000 ₽

• What to order: Chinese and Pan-Asian dishes, items from the vegan menu

• Best for: weddings, banquets, formal dinners

Hours: Daily 12:00 PM–12:00 AM

13. Chuan Yu

A Sichuan restaurant on Michurinsky Prospekt, where spicy and aromatic dishes are served alongside classic Chinese fare. The menu features vegetarian options and Pan-Asian dishes.

The restaurant is divided into eight themed dining rooms with capacities ranging from 8 to 70 guests—including “Panda,” “Emei,” and others. A separate room is designated for private parties. Guests arriving by car will appreciate the free parking, and takeout is also available.

• Cuisine: Sichuan, Chinese

• Address: 7 Michurinsky Prospekt, Bldg. 1, Lomonosovsky Prospekt Metro Station

• Average check: 1,500–3,000 ₽

• What to order: hogo, spicy Sichuan dishes

• Best for: banquets, family dinners, groups

Hours: Daily 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; it’s best to reserve a table in advance

14. Duckit

A fast-casual spot in the “Imperial” Tower featuring Peking duck as the star attraction. The open kitchen lets you watch each dish being prepared, and the concise menu allows you to grab a quick lunch in just a few minutes.

In addition to duck, they serve noodles, soups, flatbreads, and Asian appetizers. The restaurant opens at 8 a.m., making it a great spot for an early lunch before a meeting.

• Cuisine: Chinese street food

• Address: “Empire” Tower, Level -1, 3 minutes from the Moskva-City metro station, 4 minutes from the Delovoy Tsentr metro station

• Average bill: 500 ₽

• What to order: Peking duck, noodles, soup

• Best for: a quick lunch on a workday

Hours: Daily, 8:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.

15. CVC Chinese Cuisine

A Chinese restaurant in the Afimall City food court: order at the counter; the dining area is shared with other restaurants on the floor. The menu features classic dishes made according to traditional recipes.

The concept is designed for a quick and affordable lunch during work or while shopping at City. The restaurant is open every day.

• Cuisine: Chinese

• Address: 2 Presnenskaya Embankment, Afimoll City, 4th floor

• Average check: 700 ₽

• What to order: Kung Pao chicken, Sichuan-style beef, fried rice, noodles, soups

• Best for: a quick and inexpensive lunch

Hours: Daily 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.

Choosing a restaurant based on the occasion and budget

For a business meeting, restaurants with private rooms and a quiet atmosphere are ideal. China Garden in the Central Moscow Trade Center has been hosting Chinese delegations for decades; China Club and Soluxe Huaming offer private dining rooms; and J. Z. Peking Duck features 13 VIP private rooms spread across three floors.

The best Peking duck in Moscow is served at J. Z. Peking Duck and Mr. Lee: the duck is roasted whole and carved at the table. China Club and Soluxe Huaming serve it in the classic North Chinese tradition, while Duckit in Moscow City offers duck as street food for 500 ₽.

It’s a great spot to go for a group dinner. Feifan Hogo near the “Prospekt Vernadskogo” metro station is open until midnight, and at Chuan Yu on Michurinsky Prospekt, there’s a separate dining room dedicated to group dinners.

You can enjoy delicious and affordable Chinese cuisine in Moscow at Stary Sichuan, Kitayskaya Gramota, and Kitayskie Novosti: dinner will cost 1,500–2,500 ₽. For a quick lunch in the City, Duckit and CVC are good options, with bills up to 700 ₽.

Most of the restaurants on the list are located in the city center: near Kitay-Gorod, on Sretenka, Tsvetnoy Boulevard, Novy Arbat, and Tverskoy Boulevard. In Moscow City, Chinese cuisine is represented by three different formats—from the panoramic Mume on the 90th floor of the Federation Tower to the food court at Afimoll.

What to Look for When Choosing

• Cuisine by region. For those who love spicy food—Sichuan; for dim sum lovers—Canton; for duck—Beijing.

• Kitchen staff. Chefs from China and Chinese guests in the dining room are a sure sign of authentic cuisine.

• Group size. A round table with a rotating center is ideal for 6–12 people: dishes are ordered for the whole group.

• Budget. Dinner at a mid-range restaurant costs 1,500–3,000 ₽ per person; at a premium restaurant, it starts at 4,000 ₽.

Conclusion

Moscow’s best Chinese restaurants are perfect for any occasion: Peking duck for a festive dinner, hogou for a group gathering, dim sum for a date, and a quick lunch in the City. For a first taste of Chinese cuisine, try Kitayskaya Gramota or Kitayskie Novosti; for a business meeting, China Garden, China Club, or Soluxe Huaming; and for a special occasion, J. Z. Peking Duck, Mr. Lee, or Mume.

Menus, photos, and reservations for all restaurants can be found in the Moscow restaurant directory at moscow-city.guide.