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San Diego · checked November 13, 2026
The best Chinese food delivery and takeout in San Diego
The 2 places in San Diego we'd order Chinese food from tonight. Start with Steamy Piggy (xiao long bao, pork and chive dumplings, chow mein), then Eastern Dynasty (roast duck (half or whole), lobster noodles).
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Steamy Piggy
Get: Xiao long bao, pork and chive dumplings, chow mein
Soup dumplings and noodles are packed to go. It was the critic's pick for xiao long bao in 2025.
Good to know: Phone (858) 492-0401. Pickup waits can run long at peak hours.
Where we found it: San Diego Magazine: Best Restaurants 2025 (xiao long bao) (2025) · Toast: Steamy Piggy online ordering
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Eastern Dynasty
Get: Roast duck (half or whole), lobster noodles
The duck skin stays crisp in the box if you eat within 20 minutes. Cantonese barbecue packs well and reheats fine in a hot oven.
Good to know: Call (858) 836-1168 to order pickup. Half duck is about $23, whole about $39.50. Open for lunch and dinner, closing around 8:30 pm.
Where we found it: San Diego Magazine: Best Restaurants in San Diego 2023, Best Chinese critic's choice (2023) · mmm-yoso: Duckin' Around, a roast duck comparison (2026-07)
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What is the best Chinese food delivery in San Diego?
Steamy Piggy in Kearny Mesa (Convoy). Get xiao long bao, pork and chive dumplings, chow mein. Soup dumplings and noodles are packed to go. It was the critic's pick for xiao long bao in 2025.
Where can I get Chinese food takeout in San Diego tonight?
Chef Amazing's list for San Diego: Steamy Piggy (Kearny Mesa (Convoy)), Eastern Dynasty (Convoy). Each one does takeout or delivery; order from the place's own site when it has one.
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How we pick: our own stories and guides first, then this year's critics and best-of lists; every place checked open and checked to do takeout or delivery. Photos marked "a photo like it" show the food, not that place's. Delivery areas and hours change; check before you order. Chef Amazing is not paid by any place on this page.
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