The Chinese people have a very long history of living on the west coast of the United States. But it was not until 20 years later that the Los Angeles Chinatown was first established. 157 years of living the American dream has allowed Chinese Americans to prosper amidst adversity. Hence, they also have a lot of time to cultivate their already renowned cuisine.

Once considered exotic in the earlier period, now it is one of America's mainstream fares. In terms of seeking the best Chinese restaurants in Los Angeles, these are the following top 5 places for Chinese food in LA.    

Garage Restaurant. Despite its peculiar name, this place is considered one of the most popular Chinese restaurants in Los Angeles in terms of bargain cost. For a price range below $10, one can feast on the best Chinese food in LA reminiscent of the local recipes from Tianjin City. This restaurant opens from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM every day.  

Luscious Dumplings. Another low-cost high-quality bistro serving excellent Chinese cuisine in LA is Luscious Dumplings. Most of its fares only entail the average price of $10 per meal. Staying true to its namesake, this place specializes on their assorted (and often vegetarian) dumpling menu. This place opens from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays and up to 2:00 PM on weekends.

Din Tai Fung. Din Tai Fung has established itself as one of the most respected eateries in Los Angeles Chinatown. This place specializes in steamed buns, with recipes reminiscent of traditional recipes from River Yangtze's southern Jiangnan provinces. This place opens from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

Dai Ho Kitchen. Anyone looking for the best noodle shops in Los Angeles ought to place an order from Dai Ho Kitchen. But in ordering a lunch meal, one has to do it quickly if not in advance. This shop only opens for 2 hours and 30 minutes, from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM.  

Chengdu Taste. Though this place only opened to the public in 2013, Chengdu Taste already elevated itself as one of the most prestigious Chinese restaurants in Los Angeles Chinatown. Its vast array of signature dishes is a product of old Sichuan cooking tradition. This place opens from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM for lunch and 5:00 PM to 10 PM for dinner.