Mandarin Grill
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Authentic Chinese Food in Mexico. WHAT?
Mexicali Chinese food emerged in the early 1900s when Chinese immigrants settled in Mexicali after facing exclusion in the U.S. Blending Cantonese cooking with Mexican ingredients, they created a bold, regional fusion cuisine. Despite discrimination, the community thrived in La Chinesca, Mexicali’s historic Chinatown. Today, with over 300 Chinese restaurants, the city is known for dishes like fried rice with chorizo and soy-marinated tamales—a flavorful testament to cultural resilience and innovation.
🥢 What Defines Mexicali Chinese Cuisine?
Mexicali Chinese food is a flavorful fusion that blends traditional Cantonese techniques with bold Mexican influences. The result is a regional cuisine that’s spicy, hearty, and deeply satisfying. Drawing from local ingredients and tastes, this style of cooking has evolved into a beloved identity in northern Mexico. Here are six key characteristics that make it stand out—each reflected in the dishes served from Monday to Sunday.
1
Spicy by Design
Dishes like Kung Pao and Mongolian styles bring serious heat.
2
Noodle Staples
Lo Mein and Chow Mein are go-to comfort foods with local flair.
3
Familiar Proteins
Beef, chicken, and shrimp dominate—often with sweet or tangy sauces.
4
Veggie-Friendly
Options like Braised Tofu and Vegetable Deluxe cater to plant lovers.
5
Full Plate Format
Meals come with rice, egg rolls, soup, and fortune cookies.
6
Sweet Meets Savory
Pineapple Chicken and Sweet & Sour dishes balance sugar and spice.
60K+
Meals
Served
20 +
Years in Tucson
4.2
Google Rating
6
Days a Week
Happy Customers
5/5
Went here for my little brothers bday with family. The server was funny and even made a small cake out of rice. My brother loved it so much he took it home. The soup is the hot and sour soup. Bbq beef lo mein and I forgot what the last one was. All in all, GREAT FOOD and fun atmosphere. Been coming here for years too
Sarai Springs
5/5
The food was phenomenal and the waitress was very nice 👍🏼 chicken Hawaii was 🔥
Cat M
5/5
Their food is outstanding! Try everything. Pepper spiced prawns are my favorite. Imperial chicken is also awesome. This is their lunch special. Sauteed spicy shrimp. Yum
Kristin Thompson
5/5
THE FOOD IS AAMAZING. THE FOOD U CRAVE OVER AND OVER. I Love that it's family oriented we will definitely be coming back.
Langi