Dim Sum Garden in Chinatown is affordable and BYOB, which makes it a great spot to start a night or anytime you want some soup dumplings.

Han Dynasty is a Sichuan Chinese place in Old City that works great for big groups or a casual weeknight dinner.

Han Dynasty in University City serves two main purposes - a place to eat some of the best Sichuan food around, and a full-on sports bar.

Bing Bing is a non-traditional dim sum spot in East Passyunk that’s great for a casual date or weeknight dinner.

DanDan is a Sichuan and Taiwanese spot in Rittenhouse with a good and convenient Happy Hour.

Tom’s Dim Sum in Chinatown is the best alternative when there’s a long wait at Dim Sum Garden.

With its purple walls and loungey feel, Sampan may feel a bit outdated, but the pan-Asian food more than makes up for that.

Buddakan is a huge Asian fusion spot in Old City that you’ll probably go to at some point for a bachelor/bachelorette party.