Looking for high-protein-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are Bite, Orchard Grocer and Carol's Bun, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry high-protein-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Discover the best Chinatown restaurants with high protein options. Highly rated spots with authentic high protein menu items.
Chinatown's Premier High Protein Destinations
Explore the vibrant streets of Chinatown through a curated selection of eateries perfect for those looking to fuel up with high-protein meals. This diverse collection spans a global palette, offering everything from classic Chinese staples and savory Italian dishes to bold Mexican flavors and hearty American burgers. Whether you are craving a quick bite from a local favorite like Orchard Grocer or a refined sit-down experience at spots like Raf's or Boqueria Soho, these destinations ensure you never have to sacrifice nutritional goals for exceptional taste.
30 restaurants in Best Chinatown Restaurants with High Protein Options | Top Rated
- Bite · rated 5/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Orchard Grocer · rated 5/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Carol's Bun · rated 4.7/5: 21 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Café Habana · rated 4.6/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Boqueria Soho · rated 4.6/5: 12 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Spanish.
- La Contenta · rated 4.6/5: 10 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Barbalu · rated 4.6/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pep's on Grand · rated 4.6/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Katz's Delicatessen · rated 4.5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Bowery Meat Company · rated 4.5/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- $1.50 Fresh Pizza · rated 4.5/5: 4 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Trapizzino · rated 4.5/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Mikaku · rated 4.5/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Yokoya · rated 4.5/5: 9 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Bayard Sushi · rated 4.5/5: 44 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Japanese.
- Paesano's · rated 4.4/5: 13 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Il Brigante · rated 4.4/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Taiwan Pork Chop House · rated 4.4/5: 6 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Tonii's Fresh Rice Noodle · rated 4.4/5: 7 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Antique Garage · rated 4.3/5: 8 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mediterranean.
- lupe's East L.A. Kitchen · rated 4.3/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Barrio Chino · rated 4.3/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Rosella’s Pizza · rated 4.3/5: 11 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Vincent's · rated 4.3/5: 7 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Nam Son · rated 4.2/5: 5 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Dorlan's Tavern & Oyster Bar · rated 4.2/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- La Nonna · rated 4.1/5: 10 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Famous Ben's Pizza · rated 4.1/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Lan Zhou Ramen 107 · rated 4.1/5: 3 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Golden Unicorn · rated 4/5: 9 high-protein-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
