23 Best Chinese Restaurants near Castroville

“My first time here and I've been walking by it for years now. Li Yuen Chinese Restaurant located in Castroville is a small little place with a few tables. They have really good lunch and dinner specials. I got the sweet and sour chicken lunch plate and it came with fried rice, egg roll, soup, and sweet and sour chicken. The portions were generous and the food was delicious! I would recommend coming here for Chinese food. #LetsGuide“

“The Mrs wanted Chinese and her regular spot was closed. Went here for the first time. Got some fried rice and chow mein. Very tasty and although it was two of us, plenty of food for four. Great tasting, priced right and staff was very friendly. Definitely will be back.“

“Decem and QQ gave us the BEST service we have EVER received. No exaggeration. They provided our group with such a wonderful experience and ALL of our food was amazing. We had chow mein, wings, Mongolian beef, sweet & sour chicken, rice, wor wonton soup, ginger tea, and the sesame seed dessert balls (I don’t remember what they were called). Above all, they treated us like family. We will absolutely be having more family dinners here. If you are reading reviews to see where you should go to eat this is THE place to go. P.S. You must try the chicken wings!“

“New to the area and I give them 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ I ordered a combination plate half fried rice half chow mein and salt and pepper chicken extra garlic add peppers…. Very very tasty. I’ve tried other restaurants in the area and this one is my favorite!!!“

“Mandarin Garden Review

Currently traveling and wanted Chinese food, looked at the reviews of all the Chinese restaurants in the area and chose this place based on other people's experiences!

Small House Wonton Soup: White fish, charsiu, lots of plump handmade pork wontons, carrots, zucchini, napa cabbage, mushrooms, and bok choy in a clear, light broth. Hearty, and good for about 3 people. 7.5/10

Beef Chow Fun: Wok stir-fried wide rice noodles in soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, ginger, green onion, perhaps a little shaoxing wine and sugar. Well seasoned with the distinct taste of wok-hei. Generous with the beef. Not too much mung bean sprouts and shredded carrot, which I appreciated. Amazing, I was very pleasantly surprised. I grew up eating beef chow fun and it is my go-to order at Chinese restaurants, and this is one of the best I have tasted. 9.5/10

Mongolian beef: Requested to be non-spicy. Looks amazing, lots of beef, good texture, but flavor was okay. Had just a slightly off taste that I personally didn't like. Tasted like the meat is just a little old or sitting in the marinade for too long and the flavor has oxidized. 6/10

Walnut Honey Shrimp: Huge shrimp pieces deep fried in a light batter and tossed in a light sweet mayo sauce, and topped with perfect lightly candied walnuts. So so so good. 10/10

Ice Tea: Tastes like McDonald's sweet tea but less sweet. Not bad, just not my cup of tea (no pun intended). 6.5/10

Overall, I enjoyed this restaurant. Big portions. Very fair price. Clean restroom. Hard working and attentive staff with big smiles. Thank you for a great meal! I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a quick and hearty lunch or dinner.

这个饭馆的做饭很好。 我最喜欢你们的牛肉炒粉！好吃了😋 你们的家人很努力。一定要好好休息。“

“Super fresh creative Chinese food that is reasonably priced. Best in the area. Highly recommend“

“Usually when I visit my Brother in Salinas, we decide to try Chinese Cuisine once when we visit. This is probably one of the Best Chinese Restaurants you can find in Salinas! Staff are very friendly, Service is great, and the Food was Amazing. I Ordered both Fried Rice & Lo Mein last time ordered, and they both had an Amazing Taste. Highly Recommend.“

“Great food, the best in town. I have been eating here for over 25 year, probably one of their original customers as I worked near by.“

“Fast for pickup.
Good ambience.
Decent menu.

Fish menu items are worth trying.

If you are new, takeout portions are great, once they got to know me the portions went down :(

Vegetarian options: No idea if veg & non-veg are cooked in the same wok.

Dietary restrictions: I go for less salt and they did make sure of that.

Parking: Just avoid rush hour times.“

“The meals are so filling, fresh, and delicious ! The service is warm and the atmosphere is spacious and welcoming. It was our first time visiting after our shopping trip and was so satisfied with the taste and servings 🫶🏾 I recommend all of their dishes, they literally can’t disappoint 🔥🔥🔥“

“I enjoyed the food, the wait was a little long, but there was some language barriers, the waitress was nice but didn't quite understand some of our questions, the hostess was very helpful and answered our questions about the selections on the menu, and made sure our order was right. I loved the design, pictures, and overall atmosphere of the restaurant.“

“Best place ever. Super friendly staff and amazingly delicious food!“

“Been coming here since I was 7 years old .. some of the best times of my life have been in the China garden the food is fresh and the atmosphere is relaxing

Wheelchair accessibility: It is very easy for people with disabilities to get in and out the door entrance and the workers are very respectful“

“Greatness 💯🔥. Very friendly. Good good food.“

“Chef Lee's is hands down the best Chinese restaurant in town! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. Their General Tso's Chicken is crispy and tangy, the dumplings are handmade and packed with flavor, and the hot & sour soup is the best I've had. The portions are generous, and the service is top-notch—friendly, fast, and attentive. Whether dining in or taking out, the experience is always fantastic. Highly recommend this spot for anyone craving authentic and delicious Chinese cuisine!“

“The patient's breast hearing sleep is off the hook. They got the best best Chinese food that any other Chinese restaurant has they're friendly. They're courteously. They're clean respectful. You know, anybody reads this R your knees to go there and find out themselves. You have to give you for $10 to give you a quality of food that is so good. You get filled up.You want more but you can't because you're too full“

“Excellent Chinese food. Superior and less expensive to a Chinese restaurant I patronized in downtown Salinas.“

“We have coming here since it changed hands. We really enjoyed the previous owners and the new owners are keeping up with expectations.We usually get takeout and they are always very happy to help us get everything in the car.The food very good, including the Mongolian beef, snow peas and bbq pork, wonton soup and the house fried rice to name a few.Give them a try. I think you’ll like this place.“

“They have great lunch specials. They are also very accommodating for people that are in a lunch break. In the past, I worked in the agriculture industry and we would call ahead and they would have the plates already on the table covered keeping warm. The staff they have had in place for many years and they do an amazing job.“

“Been coming to this place for years love it“

“This isn't your ordinary Panda Express. The owner or the GM is breaking All the rules for a Panda Express of the past! The food was freshly made with vegetables you haven't seen before. Crunchy broccolini and the like. The steak bowl sirloinAppeared and tasted like Angus!! We ate there three times and it was consistent, you may as well have been in a three-star Chinese restaurant. SIX STARS for a Mall resteraunt!?“

“I was thoroughly impressed by my experience at Panda Express. From the moment I stepped in, the inviting aroma of freshly prepared dishes set the stage for a delightful meal. The staff was friendly and efficient, guiding me through the menu with helpful suggestions and a smile.

My order arrived quickly and was a perfect blend of savory flavors and satisfying textures. Every bite confirmed the commitment to quality and freshness that Panda Express is known for. The modern, clean ambiance added to the overall experience, making it a comfortable place to enjoy a meal.

I left feeling excited to return and explore more of the menu. As a new customer, I can confidently give Panda Express a 5-star rating for an outstanding dining experience!“