The best Chinese restaurants in Florence

All the best places to enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine, from elegant restaurants to authentic flavors

Strolling through the streets of Florence, it’s now common to be guided by the aromas and flavors of international cuisines. Today, we’re discovering the best Chinese restaurants in the city!

Chinese cuisine is born from simplicity: dishes that are minimally processed but rich in flavor. Many chefs have turned this simplicity into haute cuisine, creating plates with surprising and delicious combinations, presented with style and precision. Others have remained true to a more authentic and popular identity, offering street food perfect for a quick yet tasty meal.
What unites them all is a deep culinary tradition and a careful selection of ingredients.

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Xinge GoGo Bistro
Viale Belfiore, 2
ph. +39 320 9681806

A truly unique bistro where every dish becomes an experience. Created by chef Xinge Liu, it elegantly blends Eastern and Western traditions. The stylish setting and beautifully presented dishes – from bright purple crystal dumplings to shiny bao buns and duck-whiskey cocktails – make dining here something to remember.

Xinge GOGO Bistro

Dim Sum
Via dei Neri, 37r
ph. +39 055 284331

A real institution in Florence for lovers of Chinese dumplings, served in traditional bamboo baskets. The menu is vast and creative, featuring both classic and contemporary combinations. Also excellent are the freshly made noodles, served in broth or stir-fried with meat, vegetables, or seafood.

Dim Sum

Fulin Luxury Chinese Experience
Via Giampaolo Orsini, 113r
ph. +39 055 684931

A perfect example of gourmet Chinese cuisine. The dishes, inspired by Beijing traditions, are refined for the most sophisticated palates. The elegant atmosphere and fine selection of Tuscan wines create a perfect bridge between East and West. In the kitchen, two young chefs lead a talented brigade. Don’t miss the signature cocktails, best enjoyed on the beautiful terrace.

Fulin – Luxury Chinese Experience

Pine & Apple
Via Dei Vecchietti 6
ph. +39 327 498 2488

A softly lit restaurant with velvet furnishings and crystal chandeliers, creating an intimate and refined setting. Pine & Apple offers high-end Chinese cuisine that intertwines oriental flavors with Tuscan influences. Try the bao and dumplings, paired with expertly crafted cocktails from the bar.

Pine&Apple

Bashifu Hotpot 巴师傅火锅
Via San Gallo, 2
ph. +055 709 4095

An authentic hotpot experience that brings the convivial spirit of Chinese dining to Florence. Here, you choose your own ingredients – meat, fish, or vegetarian – along with your preferred broth, from mild to spicy. Finally, select your dipping sauce to personalize every bite. A perfect spot for a slow, social dinner in a cozy and stylish environment.

Bashifu Hotpot

Su Guan - Cinese Vegetariano
Via della Scala, 22/R
ph. +39 339 268 8576

The first vegetarian Chinese restaurant in Florence. Traditional recipes are reinterpreted using ingredients such as seitan and tofu, presented in creative and colorful ways. Located just steps from Santa Maria Novella, the small but charming restaurant features stone walls and lush plants that create a warm, relaxing atmosphere.

Ravioli Wang
Viale Antonio Gramsci, 4r
ph. +39 055 285231

Via Francesco Baracca, 1f
ph. +39 055 291788

Two locations, one shared passion: dumplings. The extensive menu is almost entirely dedicated to this iconic dish, available in tasting menus featuring meat, seafood, or vegetarian options. The fried dumplings are a must, perfectly crisp and flavorful. You’ll also find Chinese classics like braised beef and chicken with almonds. A simple yet well-kept spot.

Ravioli Wang

Osir
Viale Spartaco Lavagnini 22
ph. +39 055 474942

A traditional Chinese restaurant offering both à la carte and fixed menus from Tuesday to Sunday, perfect for sampling various dishes. Many recipes are prepared in the wok, including rice in countless variations. The walls are decorated with writings and illustrations reminiscent of Eastern culture.

Arte d'Oriente
Viale Raffaello Sanzio, 6/A,
ph. +39 055 223055

A restaurant that celebrates Chinese culture through cuisine. Founded by Cristina – entrepreneur and chef – who opened it in 2018 with the idea of using food as a bridge between different cultures. Authenticity and passion are the hallmarks of every dish.

BoMò Chinese Street Food
Borgo la Croce 24/26R
ph. +39 329 7522093

One of Florence’s most beloved Chinese street food spots. Enjoy traditional dishes such as mo (or roujiamo), Chinese dumplings, and shengjianbao – small pan-fried buns with a juicy filling. The meat used in mo is pork stewed for hours in a broth of over 20 spices and condiments, resulting in an unforgettable flavor. A lively atmosphere, complete with a wall full of post-it notes left by customers.

BoMò Chinese Street Food