From old-school Chinatown mainstays to upscale dim sum spots, America is home to a slew of unbelievable Chinese restaurants. In fact, there’s so much good food on offer that choosing a place to eat can be as overwhelming as deciding what to order. That's why we've rounded up the best Chinese restaurants across every state and DC – counting down to the one that serves the most delicious dishes of all.

Scroll or click through our gallery to discover the greatest Chinese restaurants in America – all perfect for celebrating Lunar New Year.

Our ranking is based on reviews, awards and accolades, and on the opinions of our well-traveled (and well fed) team. This list is unavoidably subjective.

The best Chinese restaurants in every US state, ranked