Cuisine:

• Asian
• Chinese

China Pavilion At Chapala Description:
Its location is one of China Pavilion at Chapala's draws. One block down from State Street, it's strolling distance from shops and theaters. We are also taken by its sleek décor: petite canned lights above, deep red on the walls and a mahogany floor. The restaurant prides itself on a menu that fuses provincial Chinese flavors, and on cooking that exceeds expectations. The chicken-corn soup, for example, which has a wonderfully creamy texture and liberal amounts of chicken breast and corn kernels, is finished off with a swirl of egg drops. The half-rack of barbecued baby-back ribs appetizer is fine for sharing. Our favorite dinner entrée is the spicy basil-ginger beef---tender morsels of lean meat stir-fried with ginger, red chili and soy sauce, with a bevy of Thai basil leaves. Honey-glazed duck and an affordable dim sum sampler are also available. For dessert, go for the velvety green tea ice cream, served inside a flaky edible shell. A second location on Milpas Street focuses primarily on casual dining and all-you-can-eat buffets.