47 Best Chinese Restaurants in Oakland

“This has been my go-to crepe place for so many years and I am very sad to find out that going forward they will only have fried wonton wrap 薄脆 instead of fried Chinese donut 果子 in the crepe. The flavor is still good but for $12 ($1 additional for sausage), I don't know whether I can continue to justify buying this as a breakfast item, especially without the fried donut :(“

“The most excellent and flavorful vegan dining one could imagine. An explosion of aromatics, herbs and spices. Fabulous and delicious!“

“Wowowow. The hand-pulled noodles here.....so bouncy! Not gloopy at all and don't easily fall apart like hand-pulled noodles that I've had at other places either. Recommend the Chongqing street noodle option especially if you're in for some Szechuan numbing spice (there's a tinge of it in the broth). Broth has a slightly heavy-handed salt taste to it but at least it's not MSG-ridden (surprisingly didn't feel the need to drink a lot of water while I was here). I also tried the traditional beef shank noodle soup. The non-spicy version is a bit bland but still a good option if you're looking to enjoy mainly the noodles in some sort of broth. Beef shank has standard taste and tenderness. Very polite staff. No wait at all for dine-in seating on a Sunday at around 11 am, for reference. Overall great spot for some noodle comfort food! Cash or Venmo only.“

“This place is one of my favorite places for this type of noodle and soup. The price is not bad and the food is really flavorful! I also got the chow fun and it was way too over priced costing me 18 or 20 bucks and the portions were not that great. Parking can be a pain but I was lucky to find parking on a Saturday a block away. I recommend trying this place if u like ho fun!!“

“Solid Cantonese bbq spot in Oakland Chinatown. I've only ever gotten various meats for takeout from here, but everything I've tried was pretty good. My go to is their roast duck, which is $17.50 for half and $33.95 for a full. It's not cheap, but the meat is more flavorful and moist compared to some of the other bbq shops I've tried. Both the siu yuk (roast pork) and chasiu (bbq pork) go for $12.95/lb, so prices are reasonable. I don't like chasiu so I've never had that here, but their siu yuk is good as well. The best deal here is their spiced duck feet and wings, which only go for $3.95/lb. I love snacking on them! There's also seating here so you can order and eat here, but I've never eaten here as I prefer to bring the food home to eat.“

“Deliciously wonderful unique food.“

“traveling and yelped this .. just go..“

“Vegetables are fresh & crisp! Multitude of choices on menu. Take out available. Conveniently located off 580 freeway in Diamond District. My Go to- Veggie Fried Rice- Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings or Cod (fish). Hot Soup- Bok Choi See menu online“

“I've been in DT Oakland for the past decade or so for a conference every year, and my friend recommended this spot. I'm glad to finally check this out. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking, usually metered parking. Seating: Great for groups. Room for about 70 people with good groups for 5 or more. Vibes: Welcome to Downtown Oakland. You're close to a lot of other good eatery spots, historical monuments, and other pleasant sightseeing places. The place itself is nothing too flashy. It's a grit and grind area, but they are unapologetically proud of their social recognitions. There's nice pop music in the background. Great place for a food adventure or family/groups. FOOD: Deluxe Combination Chow Mein (Recommend) This is a wonderful medley of beef, bok choy, bean sprouts, onions and chicken with their hand-cut signature noodles. The noodles were truly one of a kind, from their appearance to their soft/chewy texture and nutty flavor. The sauce was reasonably mixed around, which made it pretty savory. Be sure to ask for some hot sauce! CUSTOMER SERVICE: Great! Ordered for pick up and they were prepared! TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 Stars. Fantastic! Good food, reasonable prices, and a calming experience. Yes there are lot of food choices here but their noodles really do stand out. I appreciate the delicious food and their hard work. Wishing the best to Charles Hung, family, and team on their business! TIPS: * Too many choices! Bring a friend or two to mix and match * Top 25 noodle places in San Diego!“

“Food was so good and authentic tasting here. Uncommonly large selection of specialty Chinese herbal soups that are "double boiled" the way traditional soups should be made with a great, clean taste. Steamed lotus leaf rice also had a clean, fragrant aroma. I also haven't had such delicious Chicken noodle soup in a while. Highly recommend the food and hope to try more. Restaurant was full but there was seating upstairs as well. Service is excellent and mainly provided by an efficient, smart lady.“

“I am very happy to dine at this restaurant tonight. I have been reluctant to eat at restaurants since the pandemic and am pleased we stepped out of our comfort zone. The place was sparkling clean, service excellent and offered many healthy choices. The meals my wife and I ate were fresh, delicious and large. Do not hesitate to step inside to enjoy the tasty, healthy and plentiful food served here. You will not regret it.“

“5 Spiced Kitchen is conveniently located in Montclair and the food is delicious! Our party of six enjoyed our shared entrees which included seafood, beef, potstickers and veggie spring rolls. 5SK has a full bar as well. Prices were a bit high- I'd say $$$ on a scale of 1-4. However, we will go back and enjoy again!“

“Came by on Tuesday night and it was a slow night, with lots of tables still open. Everything is pretty straightforward. You can add beef or lamb in your order at the counter (not available at the self serve area). I aimed for a medium plate of food and accidentally got myself a large plate by the time I got to the end of the self serve table. I just kept piling on item after item, oops! I did end up with leftovers, which I packed and happily finished for lunch the next day. I like heat, but the lowest level of heat for the stir fry was just about enough for me. Anymore heat and I don't think I could enjoy the food. I'd love there to be a level or two below this lol. I was expecting a mild, tinge of spice, but this felt like a full on medium. I liked my plate, but my stomach didn't like me afterward. Their strawberry tanghulu was good! Wanted to try a tomato version but the one left in the box didn't look really fresh. Looking forward to coming back to try more!“

“The Dumplings are amazing!“

“Love this hole-in-the-wall place for lunch. Ben's the dad working the stove, Dave's the son who takes the orders. Tiny little greasy spoon (make sure you keep your jacket on if you're wearing something special b/c the space is small and the cooking smells will stick on ya). Americanized-Chinese but in a way that is old-school traditional. I order the same thing every time and I think that's pretty much how it is with all the regulars. Seriously yummy chili sauce. My entire lunch situation is about balancing the ratio of chili sauce with rice so I get the perfect mix. I try to avoid eating too much rice but these carbs are worth it with the sauce.“

“A little Spice is good for your Life! And this spot is Hot :D“

“traveling and yelped this .. just go..“

“The family likes to come here whenever possible. This time we ordered the dumplings, XLB, spicy wonton, pan fried dumpling, cucumber salad & the pea shoots.Everything is tasty; the pan fried dumplings had a nice crisp bottom crust & the little tin for the XLB makes it perfect for slurping up any missed juiciness. Both veg dishes were nice & fresh. The dumpling making lady seemed to be having a great time churning out dumplings & we enjoyed watching that yumminess being made in front of us.“

“Good duck and noodle soup!“

“This place is definitely a hidden gem in Oakland! Last week I was craving some Chinese so where did I go? Panda Express of course! lol. I haven't been there in ages and boy oh boy the food was so bland. Sorry Panda! What a disappointment. Fast forward to the weekend and I stumbled across Lucky Chef Chen and this place hit the spot! Shared a meal with a friend of mine and everything was surprisingly good. Chow mein, fried rice, sweet and sour pork, broccoli, wow! Staff was very friendly also. Glad this restaurant is a part of the local community serving us delicious food. Support this mom and pop!“

“BRING CASH, Classic old school American Chinese food. This place been open for 47 years( I know because I asked the lady working behind the counter). It taste like it did when I was a small child. The dry fried ribs taste the same..I remember when me and my dad would go get haircuts at Jackie's cuts and Styles a few doors down and my dad would buy a Quart of dried fried ribs. We could sit in the van post hair cut eating dry fried ribs with hot mustard. IT TASTE THE SAME. No it's not pretty but the food Go Crazy. I didnt get to take a picture because I ate it too fast.“

“very good fried noodles and claypot dishes“

“I'm just giddy that we tried Becky's. In the place I lived before moving to Oakland, there was an expensive, high-end Chinese place we loved. The freshest vegetables, the best ingredients. We Doordashed every option and fairly hated all of them. Then we found Becky's. We've tried it three times and like it better each time. Even Doordashed, it shows up piping hot and wonderfully presented. The walnut prawns are excellent. The wor won ton soup was what I've been looking for since we moved here 5 years ago. I drive by the location on College Ave. almost every day but never thought of stopping in. Can't wait to try it in person.“

“Cute little HK cafe with all the aunties and uncles! We got the chicken wings and French toast. The chicken wings had really good flavor and was still crispy and juicy. The French toast was nice and toasty and not oily at all! They were really nice and the food came out really fast - a good quick eat place!“

“Food is excellent! Easy to order and take out and glad they remained open during Pandemic period. It was our "go-to" place for good food.“

“Hole in the wall with good noodle soup, at very reasonable price. Guilin def has a distinct regional flavor and I myself like it alot. You would be amiss not to try it out. I'm not sure why this place is rated so low.The only downside are their hours. Can't get it for dinner after work!“

“I love this place. It's been here forever. As a kid, I remember my mom and my grandma taking me here for dinner or getting me sizzling rice soup when I wasn't feeling well. As an adult, I stopped coming because... life, but I have recently gone back, and I was so happy that the food tasted as good as I remembered it. I even tried their crispy duck (as a kid, I didn't have the pallette), and it was AMAZING!“

“I haven't even pulled off from in front of the location because I wanted to make sure that I left my review so I didn't forget and while it was fresh on my mind I didn't even make it home before trying some of my food because it smells so delicious.So it was a little bit disappointed because outside the place doesn't look that great so I was nervous about whether the food was going to be good or not because outside but this is why they say do not judge a book by its cover. They do not have steam tray anymore but they have rice plates which you can either get steamed rice (white rice,) fried rice, chow mein for an extra dollar you can add meat.They have a variety of different items you can choose from for Rice plate. I asked what she recommended she told me orange chicken and Mongolian beef so I opted into the orange chicken because I was already looking at it and let me tell you I was not disappointed total came up to 10 bucks I did not have to wait more than 10 minutes the food was hot fresh flavorful and quick.If you are in the area or even if you're not in the area and you want some cheap but good tasting nice quality food come here the orange chicken was not too overwhelming with the orange flavor but you can tell that it was a fresh orange sauce it was supposed to be spicy but it wasn't super spicy to me the batter is super crispy and crunchy is lightly coated with just the right amount of sauce and it's enough meat in there to where you're not getting overwhelmed with the batter the chow mein had Fresh Veggies like bean sprouts green onion white onions and cabbage and was not overcooked and was flavorful. Easily 8.5 out of 10 will definitely be back. I'm in the car right now debating if I want to go back and order the Mongolian beef or not. Definitely one of the better places in Oakland I will say the regular menu is kind of expensive though but if you can afford it get it and a plus is a ginger ale for a $1.50“

“Oh my God this place is so good Mama and Papa the owners that's how we know a mess. Always been real sweet, kind-hearted, treat everybody the same and most of all always always there to help out when needed....Thank you, Mama & pap's & all your employees as well. They always greet you when they see you as you how you doing family all the way around. I appreciate them so you haven't been there that's a place to go their food is fantastic...Vegetarian options: You suggest they will do... You got to appreciate thatDietary restrictions: If you have any I'm sure they wouldn't mind working with you if you do have any dietary restrictions...Kid-friendliness: Always meet your needs they greet you as you come in. They make sure that you leave completely.Wheelchair accessibility: There's nothing blocking the door or there's nothing at the doorway that'll make it hard for a wheelchair to come in it's on the first floor.“

“Cloudy Friday with a few missions accomplished in Oakland/Alameda Homedepot, we (my fiat and I) were slowly rolling out the main entrances. I was avoiding eye contacts with the Hispanic bros who are waiting for work in the front. Not now but good to know that you guys are around... I think... Wait! I see pho and 10.95 and where?!!! Tasty Bowl! and 10 minutes later, I'm sitting down waiting for P1 (pho combo) for $10.95. Not a scam... yet.... (btw, BBH no pig feet $13.95, with pig feet $17.95, I was amused by the flexibility they think this can be....: )) It's piping hot and a hearty bowl of pho. Not huge not small and just right, though it's hard to fish out the thin sliced stick meat. But there are quite few big pieces of briskets and even with some long time boil neck meats. Garnishments are quite fresh as well. Is it because they are next the very famous Pho King that they need to work extra harder? Regardless, if you take the trouble to post a sign outside of H.D. and I see it, I'm sold. Probably no one would disagree with me that the amount of effort and energy you need to keep the business running, safe, competitive, profitable (another 100 words later), you need more than 10 miles of work and imagination. Plus, have you ever seen any restaurants have their original price crossed out with a discounted price? I've never. They exactly remind me of the ppl in Vietnam, creative and survival oriented. This is why they caught another immigrant like me. Only suggestion is to clean the table and siracha bottle better. They are kind of greasy. Sometimes cleanness is the first thing to propel ppl. It doesn't take much to correct it. Slowly rolling out of the mall now...“

“Always good food. Prices are more than some, but the quality is good. Food is quality, staff is always pleasant. Not nearly as salty or greasy as lots of other "cheap" places. We always come here when we want healthier, quick, options.“

“Love the dry fry rib cooked perfect had a lot of meat on them broccoli beef is really good as well fried rice was okay I believe I have the barbecue pork fried riceWheelchair accessibility: Nothing special it's just that there's no steps you can just roll up there“

“Daughter recommended this place and no regrets. We ordered Sizzling rice soup with chicken, Pork belly sliders, Big Boss fried rice, lettuce wrap, salt & pepper fish, Cilantro mushroom chicken siu mai and Eggplant and crispy tofu. Sooo yunmy most specially the Pork belly sliders.“

“Used to be old D&A Cafe. But the funny thing is that it is now under the ownership of the bbq/roast duck lady from a super market that my mom used to go to. The food here is good and the portions are big. We usually get the wontons only soup and then the 3 items as it comes with soup. Their braised fish with tofu is amazing. Highly recommend. Their fried spare ribs / sweet and sour spareribs and green beans with chicken is a good staple as well. The service is fast. That is all you need. Ambience is nice but again remain the same as old D&A cafe. They got newer bench and tables though.“

“In addition to nice fresh donuts they also have a wonderful lunch steam table with chicken, chicken strips, fried fish, steamed vegetables, fried rice, chow mein and a few other items at very reasonable prices. I usually get the fish plate with vegetables or chicken and chow mein. You'll have to go early though as they sell out frequently throughout the day. They also have a nice assortment of bottled drinks.Parking: Parking is a little tricky because it's a tiny lot but be patient as cars are frequently pulling in and out and you'll be able to find a spot in a matter of minutes.“

“Jin Sing Restaurant in Oakland offers a variety of lunch specials that are both affordable and quick, making it an ideal choice for lunch takeout. The menu provides a good selection of dishes, and the portions are satisfying for the price point. Service: The service is efficient, with staff ensuring that orders are prepared and ready for takeout promptly, which is appreciated during busy lunch hours. Food Quality: The food quality is consistent, with flavors that meet expectations for a quick lunch option. The dishes are well-prepared, and the ingredients seem fresh. Value: The lunch specials are competitively priced, providing good value for money, especially for those looking for a fast meal during the workday. Overall: Jin Sing Restaurant is a reliable spot for those in Oakland looking for a quick, tasty, and reasonably priced lunch takeout option.“

“Really solid Chinese food. I've now gotten the won ton soup, chow mein, and Mongolian beef a few times. Bottom line is this is my new go-to Chinese spot.The service has been prompt and friendly (I've always got take away).The location is bare bones but clean.Chicken Chow Mein was a large portion, great flavor, and the chicken was cooked perfectly (thin cut, tender, tasty; most places overcook). I do wish the noodles were more al dente, they were a bit soft for me. There could also be more chicken.Mongolian beef was my favorite, really tasty, pretty classic brown Mongolian sauce with Sichuan pepper.The won ton was solid too, I can't find better in the immediate area. Broth was good. So many won tons! They were good, shrimp and (I think) ground pork inside. Shrimp were tender (another thing many places overcook). Pork filling was kinda bland but given other flavors it's fine. Other stuff in there: BBQ pork, chicken, squid, shrimp, maybe some beef, some greens .... But just a few pieces of each.“

“Food is basic and good, Price is okay, Service is okay. Menu is confusing. Still don't understand the $5.99 breakfast menu. If adding a drink is $2.00 extra or just making the drink cold is $2.00 extra. Is the $5.99 bottom half of the menu only one item? Like is one egg is $5.99?“

“The food is tasty and spicy, which I like, I ordered the Mongolian beef. It wasn't clear or stated on the order platform that this was just the Mongolian Beef. Apparently it does not come with rice which is very disappointing. It should be clear on the order app that this doesn't come with rice. This is first time I didn't get rice with my Chinese meal.“

“I liked this spot but will pronot go to it again. The ladies waiting on us were super sweet. I loved the service. I feel like the soup lacks flavor. The flat noodles were too soft. It was still good. I should of gotten the egg noodle. That one was much better.“

“This place is a hidden gem. Definitely hole in the wall vibes (especially now that you aren't allowed to sit in and just do take out but you see all the chairs stacked lol). I was just finishing a big move with friends and we were starving. This place closes early but we were luckily able to do pick up for 5:20pm (right before they closed). I called over the phone and the lady was very nice! We ordered: 1. Salted fish and chicken fried rice - GET THIS. So flavorful and they packed a ton. This was a favorite amongst my whole group 2. Pork rib clay pot rice - we liked that this has the crispy bottom in the takeout box so it definitely felt like a clay pot rice. The flavor was great! We just wish that they had more pork ribs 3. Preserved sausage medley clay pot rice- this reminds me of HK. It had the dried duck in it too which added to the fragrance 4. Roast pork - I'm going to blame the fact that we came right before closing but this was a let down. The meat flavor was good but the pork skin was so thin and absolutely not crispy 5. Scrambled egg with chicken - a classic Cantonese dish. I wish the scrambled egg was slightly more smooth and less cooked but alas. Overall, would definitely come again and a more authentic experience than places like shooting star“

“All the years I've been going here, I can't believe I'm just now writing a review. This is my go to for Chinese takeout. The menu is typical fast casual Chinese, I've had some of the best cream cheese Rangoons and salt and pepper chicken here. Their war wonton soup is delicious and perfect for the cold. My go to is their prawns chow mein, they serve a massive portion of noodles and a good amount of shrimp. I always get the fried rice for my mom which she loves. Love the food, fantastic portions especially for the price - they give you exactly what you paid for and fast, efficient service. I love the staff. I've been a regular for a few years now and they always slide me extra crab Rangoons or egg rolls. Little stuff like that, on top of the good food, keep me coming back. I will always support as long as they're here.“

“Chinatown is definitely a difficult area to find the best of the best as far food is concerned because there is so much delicious food spread out within only a few blocks. This place will forever remain one of my favorites because all the food is made fresh, the selection is diverse and the prices won't hurt your pockets. If you aren't familiar with many traditional Chinese food staples like chicken feet or pork belly; it may be daunting at first, but trust me when I say that even the unfamiliar can quickly become your favorite; you just have to give it a try. If you don't believe me, just follow the crowd as any place with a line of at least 7-12 people constantly waiting; must be pretty good.“

“The food is great for that late night appetite… can’t go wrong with the scrambled egg beef over rice.“

“The service is excellent, so very friendly and accommodating. the food is DO VERY FRESH AND SO VERY DELICIOUS! Be sure to stop by, you'll be glad you did.“

“Ordered on DoorDash this week, first time customer and the food was delicious. I ordered honey walnut shrimp, good portion, flavor (not soggy, not too sweet), BBQ pork buns - tasty & crab wontons - crispy. Probably going to order again and try other dishes.“

“Make sure you check the website for their current location. Yelp's location is inaccurate. They are currently popped up next to Wondrous Brewing in Emeryville.My gf was at the brewery with her coworkers and brought some garlic noodles home. I was amazed with the crispy garlic noodles and the chili oil flavor I ate the whole thing before I even realized. The texture of the noodles is as if you were to eat instant noodles straight from the bag, nice and crunchy, with the flavor of spicy garlic noodles. I went on their website to find their menu so I can go buy more things.I got their garlic noodles again and also got their kimchi and bacon fried rice. Next time I'll get it in burrito form because why not? It sounds intriguing. But the fried rice was honestly only ok. It was average tasting. I will consistently go back for their garlic noodles and I will try more things from the menu. Great pop up find, wish them more business, cannot say this enough, I love the garlic noodles.“