Great River Chinese Restaurant hayward CA foothill

I can’t say enough good things about this Chinese restaurant! Their chow fun is perfectly stir-fried with just the right amount of wok hei, and the salt and pepper fish is crispy, flavorful, and absolutely addictive. Every dish we tried was fresh, well-balanced, and clearly made with care.
What really sets this place apart, though, is the staff. Everyone is incredibly warm and welcoming, and many of them speak multiple languages, which makes the experience even more accessible and enjoyable. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this spot is a must-visit for authentic, delicious Chinese food with top-notch!

Nasty, oily and never the same. Always different taste. Really a hit or miss. Ling Ling pot stickers. Yuccccck!!!

First time in and lunch was super good, service was nice and really helpful we had soup of the day , tea, and kung pow shrimp

Four Stars - A Solid Choice for Comfort Food
I recently tried Great River Chinese Restaurant, a local Chinese restaurant, and came away pleasantly satisfied. It's not going to win any Michelin stars, but it's a dependable spot for a good, classic Chinese meal.
The Pros:
* Generous Portions: You definitely get your money's worth here. The dishes were piled high, and we had plenty of leftovers.
* Classic Flavors: They stick to the tried-and-true favorites, and execute them well. The Szechuan chicken had a nice kick, and the fried rice was flavorful and not greasy.
*Service: Our server was attentive and efficient, even though the restaurant was fairly busy. Food arrived quickly, which is always a plus.
* Good Value: The prices are reasonable, especially considering the portion sizes.
The Cons:
* Ambiance is Average: The decor is a bit dated, and the atmosphere isn't anything special. It's more of a casual, no-frills dining experience.
* Menu a bit generic: nothing really stood out as a unique or signature dish.
Overall:
Is a solid choice for a reliable and satisfying Chinese meal. It's perfect for a casual dinner with family or friends when you're craving comfort food. While it may not be the most innovative or stylish restaurant, it delivers on flavor and value. I'd happily return for another round of their classic dishes.

One of those family owned restaurants where you can get the most authentic Chinese food. Reasonable price. Service is slow but the crew is very friendly. Excellent Hot and Sour soup. I tried the Mongolian Lamb and found it delicious (I like hot dishes). I recommend this place.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 4

Quality of the food is so so.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Shredded Pork in Garlic Sauce

Generous portions. They give out fortune cookies which is a nice touch. Honey walnut shrimp seems to have added coconut milk flavor which is not my thing..

EXCELLENT restaurant, very good food, recommended for the whole family. Very good service and EXCELLENT Atmosphere. Thank you God bless ?

Hello I’m a YouTuber and I came in to try the food for the first time. I ordered the Mongolian beef which was a 10/10 we also ordered the bbq pork fried rice and fried chicken wings which were fried in a fish like batter and the rice was fried to perfection. However we did order one dish that was chicken and chowmein but we were giving a dish called pan fried noodles witch had thinly sliced chicken that looked undercooked the noodles were fried so they were crunchy and the sauce was very bland and it was a slimy sauce. We asked the lady if we can please exchange the dish as it was wrong and she told us no we can’t that we can order something else or get something else and pay half for the dish. Even though we did not touch the dish usually I’d get really upset because places should fix there mistakes and not lie or try to get more money from you witch was awful. However we still tried it to make the video and the only thing we were disappointed in was the effort that was not made to make things correct. This place would have gotten a 5 star rating however if you don’t order correctly you’re stuck with that dish or if they make a mistake they will not fix it . I give the food a 6/10 service 4/10. Mabe will try again

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 1

Tasty food and good service.

Food: 5

Service: 5

I have ordered take-out from here twice. First time, I ordered pork chow mein and really loved it! I think they have excellent portion and skill in cooking food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great place to get take out food for the weekend!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried or Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings 8 Pieces, Wor Wonton Soup, Szechuan Beef

AMAZING CHINESE FOOD IN HAYWARD CA.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We always enjoy our meals. Large portions.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was delicious. Service was great.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chow Mein, Mongolian Beef