Fried chicken IS SO CRUNCHY, somehow they increased crunchy by 3x over other fried chicken. A++++++ ate many and will again
East Bay Area Resident
Judging by its name you can't really tell what kind of Chinese food Ark Chinese restaurant offers. I think it was probably a noodle restaurant focusing on items from northern China. However it seems that the new owners have hired a cook that can also make Cantonese dishes. As a result the menu is more extensive and there are quite a few selections to choose from.
We ordered the pan fried green onion pancake, hand pulled beef noodle soup, tomato beef chow mein, beef stew noodles and sweet sour ribs. All were fairly good but I should note that the flavors were quite intense...as in too much salt or too much sugar. If you do pay a visit, keep that in mind. You may want to tell them to cut back on the salt and spices.
More importantly the prices are quite reasonable for a restaurant on Park Street in Alameda. Entrees, dinner items, generally run around 15 dollars or so.
The decor is ho-hum but the dining room is certainly quiet....perhaps too quiet , or maybe we were there too early. They could use some flowers or some paintings to liven up the place. Maybe play some K pop or something. The wait staff are friendly and helpful though.
if you're looking for an inexpensive place to eat before you see a movie or just in the area, give Ark Chinese restaurant a try. The food might assault your taste buds but the prices won't assault your wallet.
P Slote
Still the best Chinese on Alameda. Thank goodness they stay in business!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lex Band
The best hot and sour soup I've ever had, made even better by the addition of hand pulled noodles. I've been all over the Bay looking for the best dumplings and the XLB at Ark is my favorite. Their chow mein is also fabulous. Ark is definitely a hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Juicy Pork Dumplings, Cumin Lamb, Hot and Sour Soup
Christina Ho
Must tries / particularly good here: - Dry fried chicken wings - Egg braised tofu
My other favorite items to order: - Green onion pancake (very crispy and fried) - Cumin Lamb - Chicken chow mein (not hand pulled, just the normal version) - Dry Fried String beans
Menu is quite extensive so I’m sure there are other hidden gems we haven’t discovered from here!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pete Y
I don't know why I haven't tried this local restaurant before. The food was really good! It's reminiscent of the mom & pop Chinese cafe comfort food of yesteryear. It's a bit greasy like it too. The customer service was awesome. Very friendly. They do have more vegan options than other Chinese restaurants. The prices are relatively cheap compared to other restaurants. I'll be going back for more!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
John
Great spot on Park Street. The hand pulled noodles are fantastic as well as the sweet and spicy chicken wings. Other highlights include the beef noodle soup which is great on a cold night and the xiao long bao. There are so many Chinese restaurants in Alameda but, the noodles and wings make Ark standout amongst the rest.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mushroom Handcut Noodle Soup, Juicy Pork Dumplings, Salt & Pepper Shrimp, Beef Noodle Soup, Hot and Sour Soup, Mongolian Beef
John K
Great spot on Park Street. The hand pulled noodles are fantastic as well as the sweet and spicy chicken wings. Other highlights include the beef noodle soup which is great on a cold night and the xiao long bao. There are so many Chinese restaurants in Alameda but, the noodles and wings make Ark standout amongst the rest.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mushroom Handcut Noodle Soup, Juicy Pork Dumplings, Salt & Pepper Shrimp, Beef Noodle Soup, Hot and Sour Soup, Mongolian Beef, Wonton Soup
Miguel Franco
really good spot. I love their lunch specials and mock chicken. Super sweet staff always treats me really well even if I am just ordering one thing and eating there.
Fast and friendly service, their lunch menu is very affordable with a good selection vegetarian/vegan options including mock chicken
Vegetarian options: About 10 vegetarian dishes available
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Clifford Brooks Sr.
Worst place ever...Order food came didn't know what it was and we ate...2 1/2 hours later.. Threw up every where... Never again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Lili Gong
Checked the reviews and really wanted to go. So I called to order ahead of time. But they close from 4-5. Hopefully Google can update the business hour.
Great food. Great Value. It is on my Go To list.
Fried chicken IS SO CRUNCHY, somehow they increased crunchy by 3x over other fried chicken. A++++++ ate many and will again
Judging by its name you can't really tell what kind of Chinese food Ark Chinese restaurant offers. I think it was probably a noodle restaurant focusing on items from northern China. However it seems that the new owners have hired a cook that can also make Cantonese dishes. As a result the menu is more extensive and there are quite a few selections to choose from.
We ordered the pan fried green onion pancake, hand pulled beef noodle soup, tomato beef chow mein, beef stew noodles and sweet sour ribs. All were fairly good but I should note that the flavors were quite intense...as in too much salt or too much sugar. If you do pay a visit, keep that in mind. You may want to tell them to cut back on the salt and spices.
More importantly the prices are quite reasonable for a restaurant on Park Street in Alameda. Entrees, dinner items, generally run around 15 dollars or so.
The decor is ho-hum but the dining room is certainly quiet....perhaps too quiet , or maybe we were there too early. They could use some flowers or some paintings to liven up the place. Maybe play some K pop or something. The wait staff are friendly and helpful though.
if you're looking for an inexpensive place to eat before you see a movie or just in the area, give Ark Chinese restaurant a try. The food might assault your taste buds but the prices won't assault your wallet.
Still the best Chinese on Alameda. Thank goodness they stay in business!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best hot and sour soup I've ever had, made even better by the addition of hand pulled noodles. I've been all over the Bay looking for the best dumplings and the XLB at Ark is my favorite. Their chow mein is also fabulous. Ark is definitely a hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Juicy Pork Dumplings, Cumin Lamb, Hot and Sour Soup
Must tries / particularly good here:
- Dry fried chicken wings
- Egg braised tofu
My other favorite items to order:
- Green onion pancake (very crispy and fried)
- Cumin Lamb
- Chicken chow mein (not hand pulled, just the normal version)
- Dry Fried String beans
Menu is quite extensive so I’m sure there are other hidden gems we haven’t discovered from here!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don't know why I haven't tried this local restaurant before. The food was really good! It's reminiscent of the mom & pop Chinese cafe comfort food of yesteryear. It's a bit greasy like it too. The customer service was awesome. Very friendly. They do have more vegan options than other Chinese restaurants. The prices are relatively cheap compared to other restaurants. I'll be going back for more!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great spot on Park Street. The hand pulled noodles are fantastic as well as the sweet and spicy chicken wings. Other highlights include the beef noodle soup which is great on a cold night and the xiao long bao. There are so many Chinese restaurants in Alameda but, the noodles and wings make Ark standout amongst the rest.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mushroom Handcut Noodle Soup, Juicy Pork Dumplings, Salt & Pepper Shrimp, Beef Noodle Soup, Hot and Sour Soup, Mongolian Beef
Great spot on Park Street. The hand pulled noodles are fantastic as well as the sweet and spicy chicken wings. Other highlights include the beef noodle soup which is great on a cold night and the xiao long bao. There are so many Chinese restaurants in Alameda but, the noodles and wings make Ark standout amongst the rest.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mushroom Handcut Noodle Soup, Juicy Pork Dumplings, Salt & Pepper Shrimp, Beef Noodle Soup, Hot and Sour Soup, Mongolian Beef, Wonton Soup
really good spot. I love their lunch specials and mock chicken. Super sweet staff always treats me really well even if I am just ordering one thing and eating there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Fresh handmade noodles separate this restaurant from others. Park in structure next to
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Fried Rice, Beef Noodle Soup, Beef Soup, Wonton Soup
Fast and friendly service, their lunch menu is very affordable with a good selection vegetarian/vegan options including mock chicken
Vegetarian options: About 10 vegetarian dishes available
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Worst place ever...Order food came didn't know what it was and we ate...2 1/2 hours later.. Threw up every where... Never again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Checked the reviews and really wanted to go. So I called to order ahead of time. But they close from 4-5. Hopefully Google can update the business hour.
Good very nice bast soup ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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