Why the 'Best Chinese Food in America' Is in Las Vegas

American restaurateur and writer David Chang almost broke the foodie internet when he declared “the best Chinese food in America is in Las Vegas” on his Instagram earlier this year. While we are inclined to accept any food flattery towards Las Vegas, we needed some proof. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal restaurant reporter Johnathan L. Wright, a major Chinese food fan, to ask what makes Las Vegas the Chinese food destination in America and where to find the best bites.

Restaurants mentioned: 

• Shanghai Taste
• Xiao Long Dumplings
• Wing Lei at the Wynn
• Red Plate at The Cosmopolitan
• Mott 32
• The Noodle Man on S. Rainbow
• Ping Pang Pong at the Gold Coast
• Chinglish Cantonese Wine Bar 
• Xiang Wei Xuan
• China Mama
• Palette Tea Lounge
• Chengdu Taste

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