China Best Restaurant

Their fried rice was literally the worse fried rice I have tasted. It was stale with weird flavors mixed in.

Quick & delicious— Came here two days in a row for lunch!

This restaurant has been here since 1988 & is the definition of a hidden gem. They are tucked away in the hills of Hayward, but also close to Cal State East Bay.

I am a sucker for quick lunches. At China Best Restaurant, not only is it affordable, you get massive portions. Each meal is cooked to order so you’re getting steaming hot & homemade food. You should expect a ~15-20 minute wait for your food, but I promise it’s worth it!

Their menu is quite large, but very easy to read & makes sure that everyone has something to eat. I was excited to try their beef with bitter melon combo (comes with chow mein & steamed rice)! I chose the black bean sauce. The second day, I ordered the same combo, but asked them to sub the beef with chicken. They happily accommodated my request & quickly took my order over the phone.

I was not prepared for the amount of food that was piled into that takeout container— and for only $15 too! Each combo could easily be 2-2.5 meals.

Both days, the beef and the chicken were succulent but still had the right amount of chew. The bitter melon was cooked exactly how I like it, still had a nice crunch! The noodles were seasoned lightly, which was a nice change of flavor for typical Chinese restaurants where everything is overly salty!

They have plenty of seating if you’re looking to dine in rather than order takeout. The restaurant presents itself as a fairly standard place to eat because the food speaks for itself. No need for fancy decorations. I will say, the restaurant is very clean which I appreciate. Next time I’m around, I’ll dine in so I can try out a bowl of soup.

Make sure you ask for some chili oil, I’m not sure if it’s house made but it’s a nice Szechuan style chili oil and it goes so well with the chow mein!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Its our favorite local spot. Good food good prices

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is authentic and very flavorful. The owners are very friendly as well. I Higlhy Recommend this restaurant for your next enjoyable meal!

Best chow mein and chicken around! Very friendly staff and quick service! Only Chinese place my fiancé and I go to in town! ? highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ordered take out. The owner is very friendly. Price is reasonable and portions are large! Food is delicious Everyone in my group enjoyed their dinner. Only negative is that it lacks some spice, but I think they just didn't want to over spice it. They gave us chili oil on the side which gave the food plenty of kick!

If you like spicy food, definitely don't hesitate to order the spicy items. It's manageable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jessica, the owner is awesome and the food is great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sesame Ball

Portions were very generous and the owners were extremely nice. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Consistently good Chinese food, with good portions. I walk over here often from
CSUEB campus.

Delicious food and great service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The woman taking orders and preparing drinks is very nice and pleasing!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Beef Ham or Vegetables Chow Fun, Sesame Ball

Delicious every time !
Try one of the noodle soups, as well.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hands DOWN...BEST CHOW FUN!! I get the Beef chow fun.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hands down... the best chow fun I have had since a kid growing up in San Francisco!!!!

BEEF CHOW FUN....GET IT!!!!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tried something different, Mongolian beef with fried rice combo and Hot and sour soup. Both were very good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hot and Sour Soup, Chow Mein with Meat, Combination Chow Fun, Wor Wonton Soup, Salt & Pepper Pork, Combination Pan Fried Noodle, Mongolian Beef