Well, in the Chinese restaurant scene in A Christmas Story, the most interesting aspect might be how it challenges the traditional Christmas narrative. Instead of a cozy home with a big Christmas tree and familiar food, we have a family in a Chinese restaurant. The food served there, which is so different from the common Christmas fare, is a big draw. Also, the cultural elements such as the Chinese music playing in the background and the strange - to the family - utensils used, all contribute to making this scene full of interesting details and a great addition to the story.