Imperial Mandarin – Chinese
Steaming bamboo baskets arrive in a rhythmic procession at Imperial Mandarin, unveiling a treasure trove of translucent dumplings and savory, hand-crafted delicacies. The air carries the enticing aroma of fermented black beans and ginger, setting the stage for a feast of textures that ranges from the delicate snap of fresh shrimp to the golden, lacy crunch of fried taro. This is a space where the timeless art of dim sum is celebrated through every meticulously pinched pleat and simmering small plate.
3904, Convoy Street, San Diego, CA, 92111 +18582921222 http://www.imperial-mandarin.com0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Imperial Mandarin
Dairy-Free at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sharp Fin Gow, Fun Gow and Scallops Gow. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sharp Fin Gow, Fun Gow and Scallops Gow. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Aromatic Taro Turnover, Sharp Fin Gow and Squid in Hot Bean Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sharp Fin Gow, Scallops Gow and Steamed Pork Dumpling. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sharp Fin Gow, Fun Gow and Scallops Gow. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sharp Fin Gow, Fun Gow and Scallops Gow. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 4 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sharp Fin Gow, Fun Gow and Scallops Gow. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Imperial Mandarin
Imperial Mandarin in San Diego has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Lotus Seed Paste Bun (Steamed), Sweet Red Bean Bun (Steamed) and Vermicelli Singapore Style. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Imperial Mandarin
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fried Noodles with Beef, Pork or Chicken | 35.7 g | 107.5 g |
| Stuffed Duck Feet with Bean Curd Wrapped | 55.7 g | 76.2 g |
| Stuffed Bell Pepper with Shrimp & Pork | 14 g | 58.2 g |
| Rice Noodle BBQ Pork Roll | 135.3 g | 56 g |
| Rice Noodle Beef Roll | 126.6 g | 53.6 g |
| Chicken Bun (Steamed) | 7.6 g | 52.9 g |
| Sharp Fin Gow | 0.7 g | 48.6 g |
| Rice Flour sheet with sliced Beef | 114.6 g | 47 g |
| Rice Noodle Shrimp Roll | 126.8 g | 46.4 g |
| Rice Flour sheet with Beef & Pepper | 91.4 g | 42.1 g |
| Deep Fried Sesame Seed Shrimp Toast | 36.9 g | 38.4 g |
| Deep Fried Shrimp Ball | 5.6 g | 36.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Dim Sum
- Scallops Gow - $2.8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sharp Fin Gow - $2.8 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fun Gow - $2.8: Steamed meat and vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Har Gow - $2.8: Steamed Shrimp dumpling Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shiu My - $2.8: Steamed meat Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Meat Ball - $2.6: Steamed Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aromatic Meat ball - $2.6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Aromatic Taro Turnover - $2.6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Spareribs with Black Bean Sauce - $2.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Feet in Black Bean Sauce - $2.6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Duck Feet with Bean Curd Wrapped - $2.6 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, lunch
- BBQ Pork Bun (Steamed) - $2.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Pork Bun (Baked) - $2.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Red Bean Bun (Steamed) - $2.6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Sweet Lotus Seed Paste Bun (Steamed) - $2.6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chinese Turnip Cake - $2.6 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, lunch
- Fried Sesame Seed Puff - $2.6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Stuffed Bell Pepper with Shrimp & Pork - $2.6 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep Fried Sesame Seed Shrimp Toast - $2.6 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep Fried Stuffed Crab Claw - $3.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deep Fried Shrimp Ball - $3.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Gow - $2.6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Rice Dumpling with Meat - $3.95 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Egg Yolk Bun - $2.6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pan Fried Pork Dumpling - $4.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Pork Dumpling - $4.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Egg Pie - $2.6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Rice Noodle Shrimp Roll - $3.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Noodle Beef Roll - $3.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Noodle BBQ Pork Roll - $3.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bun (Steamed) - $2.6 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chinese Sausage Bun (Steamed) - $2.6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Squid in Hot Bean Sauce - $2.6 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bean Curd Roll in Oyster Sauce - $2.6 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Tripe with Turnip - $2.6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles and Rice
- Rice Flour sheet with sliced Beef - $8.25 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Flour sheet with Beef & Pepper - $8.25 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Noodles with Assorted Meat - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Noodles with Shrimp - $9.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Noodles with Beef, Pork or Chicken - $8.25 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Noodles with Seafood - $9.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vermicelli Singapore Style - $8.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Imperial Mandarin
- Is Imperial Mandarin dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Imperial Mandarin has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sharp Fin Gow, Fun Gow and Scallops Gow.
- What can I eat at Imperial Mandarin on a dairy-free diet?
- Sharp Fin Gow, Fun Gow and Scallops Gow carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Imperial Mandarin have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweet Lotus Seed Paste Bun (Steamed) and Sweet Red Bean Bun (Steamed).
- Is Imperial Mandarin gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Imperial Mandarin?
- Fried Noodles with Beef, Pork or Chicken, at roughly 107.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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