50 Best Chinese Restaurants near Menlo Park

“I recently started coming back again as they started their wine bar program. Food is always authentic and amazing but happy that they started opening later offering great wines for their wine bar. The owner even came by to offer some amazing wines! One of the few places that is open late in Menlo to hang out in.“

“Delicious food for this type of restaurant and lots of chicken, beef, pork, and vegetable options. There are also multiple noodle and rice options. There is a lot of turnover so the food is usually fresh and hot when I’ve been there. The staff is always friendly and some are multilingual. There are several tables so you can sit there and eat. The parking lot isn’t huge, but you can park across the street. Also, great value as well. The portions are so large we usually eat it as 2 meals, that is if we can stop ourselves. Haha“

“Hand-pulled pan-fried noodles is one of my favorite dishes. I get it at every restaurant that sells it. This restaurant had the best version of that dish I have ever had, by a considerable margin. I have never written a google restaurant review before, but the food was so good that it motivated me to write one.

It was like every ingredient was the best version of that ingredient and all the ingredients were all put together into one symphony of flavor. I was reminded of the first time I heard the Beatles.“

“This place isn't fancy. And it doesn't look like much. But it's clean, the water tastes good, the service is good. The food is good as long as you follow the instructions. If you've never been to home Mongolian BBQ before ask them to help you.“

“Food is soo fresh and tasty here. It's a no frills restaurant that has been making consistently awesome food since before I can remember. Don't sleep on the chinese chicken salad. My grandma traveled the world and said it's the best she's had in all of her journeys and I believe her. It's my favorite that I've had. I love that they put sauce on the side when you get sweet and sour or sesame chicken so that it doesn't get soggy before you get home to enjoy it.“

“The soup dumplings rock! Love the orange chicken and Mongolian need as well“

“Great food, if you’re from Singapore and Malaysia and missing food from home, great place to eat at. Recommend the Hokkien Mee, Chicken Rice and oyster Omlette. Crazy good! 👍🏽“

“The high reviews caught my eye. One thing to note is that the food though delicious was a bit too salty. We ordered like 7 dishes to share with 7 people family style but half of the dishes were just way too salty, even for my tastes when I personally enjoy heavily-salted foods. It could be a one-off but I also submitted this review for the free desserts (which is very nice and not too sweet).

Aside from that I would definitely give this restaurant a try again in the future if I hear that their salt levels were better balanced and accounted for.“

“Omg this might be the best chinese skewer place in the Bay. The flavor is amazing and the decor is so on point too. I love the veggie skewer options they have (must get a-choy and chives) and the meat skewers are tender too. I really wished they had a fried rice addition since that would go so well with the skewers.

I would recommend you join the waitlist before coming in person since it’s usually really busy. I would come back here many times!!“

“My wife and I stumbled into the restaurant when we were in the area for an appointment. Good prices, very good quality ingredients, and we were very pleasantly surprised with how much we enjoyed our lunch - hot and sour soup, pot stickers, dumplings, and beef soup noodle (which was brisket and excellent). Really nice server too. We will be back.“

“We went to the San Jose location a few years ago, so we were really happy to see them expand to the Mountain View area! The place was packed on a Wednesday night, but everything was still well organized and the food came out surprisingly quickly.

Overall, we had a great experience. Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious, but the rice pilaf with lamb shank, stewed mutton soup, and Amina yogurt with almond were the highlights for me. The portions were great and very satisfying.

Service was amazing as well. We’ll absolutely be back for more!“

“Food is wounderful and not that expensive… worth it….😃“

“We stopped by to get some soup on a cold Friday night and I'm so glad that we did. The soup was absolutely delicious. The noodles brought up childhood memories of my grandma's homemade noodles. The broth was very tasty and there were plenty of vegetables. My boyfriend had steamed buns with pork, he like them a lot. Very reasonably priced. We'll be back.“

“After my friend took me here, I came back the very next day and bring my other friends. It's a hidden authentic chinese restaurant. Food is very good. Price is very fair or even on the cheaper side. Dish portion is big.. The parking is a little bit not easy during busy hours. Only one lady serves the tables. She was quite busy.
Very happy knowing this place and will be back.“

“Mala Town was absolutely amazing. The selection felt incredibly authentic—just like the mala tang I’ve had in China—and it honestly brought me back home. The service was outstanding, and the staff created such a warm, friendly atmosphere. I ordered the signature bone broth, and it was savory, rich, and full of flavor. I would highly recommend this spot to anyone craving a true mala tang experience.“

“Vegan American Chinese cuisine in a strip mall. They make all the typical favorites using seitan to replace the meats and seafoods. They also have many vegetable and tofu based dishes.

The place is unimpressive looking, but the food was delicious. They also had a steady stream of customers both eating in the place and picking up food to take out. The service was good and the server was pleasant.

I had the corn and tofu soup and also the basil eggplant and tofu. The basil eggplant in particular was delicious and it came with plenty of tofu. The brown sauce was really tasty.

I would absolutely recommend this place and go again. Not fine dining but a good place to pick up a tasty meal, especially if you’re vegan or vegetarian! Recommended.“

“We enjoyed the green peppercorn fish. It was pretty sour. If you order large they let you pick four additional side items like tofu, cabbage, mushrooms, or noodles. I wouldn't recommend that you get the barbecue as the barbecue meat didn't look the same as in the photos. I think Tai-Er, which is down the street, is better quality but this is a good place for a quick bite.“

“This place really hooks up Chinese food! I got a stacked plate of noodles and general tso’s chicken and house special. Definitely worth the price and easily could be a few meals in ones. I enjoyed the outside seating area for a few bites before I hit the road. This place is great for locals or for people driving and need something quick. I will be back again to try more dishes.“

“I truly appreciate the authenticity of Chinese cuisine, and the exceptional culinary skills showcased. The special tea duck, in particular, captivates my taste buds with its exquisite flavor. Each bite is a delightful experience, making it a standout dish for me.“

“has your typical chinese-american items like beef broccoli but also some more unique fusion-style dishes. the pineapple bun sandwiches caught my eye & the tingly spicy was a creative take on a spicy chicken sandwich with chinese ingredients. the fries were crispy & well-seasoned but too oily for my liking. the meal was good, although i’d imagine their other stuff is more impressive.“

“I had a great experience here! The rice noodles were delicious—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked with a rich, satisfying broth. The service was just as impressive: everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome throughout the meal. If you’re looking for tasty rice noodles and warm hospitality, I would definitely recommend this place. I’ll be coming back again!“

“Best vegan food in Palo Alto. I eat here as often as I can. FYI, it's cash only for smaller orders. Very highly recommended.“

“Has been the dumpling spot for us going on two years now. We come here about one a month-ish but LOVE this place. One time my boyfriend and I ate 50 soup dumplings between the two of us. It was amazing.
Another time, we were coming back from half Moon Bay and decided to give the frozen dumplings a try. The guy who’s always there (don’t know his name sorry!) gave us directions on how to do it and even gave us some paper to line the pan with so they wouldn’t stick. We super enjoyed them at home! On our visit to go pick up the frozen dumplings, we met a man there who says that he’s from Napa and stops by whenever he’s in the area. (Wow!)

Our faves are: Pork Soup dumplings, Pork chive, and Chicken Corn dumplings 🥟
Thank you for all the yummy dumplings!
-Nina & Camden“

“Clean tables, food is amazing, third time coming here. First time was an online order, me and my husband needed to try in person and the customer service is phenomenal. There is a Front of the house lady, she is so sweet, she always recommends something new to try.“

“A good Chinese restaurant with above average food. We tried the cabbage and pork boiled dumplings, the steamed pork soup dumplings, and the pan fried pork soup dumplings. The pan fried soup dumplings were the best – good flavor, crispy bottoms, and juicy soup inside. The boiled dumplings were only okay. I thought the pork filling for the boiled dumplings was a bit musky, and I found a piece of gristle in one dumpling. The steamed pork soup dumplings could have used more soup but were otherwise fine. We also ordered a side of cucumber salad, which was decent overall but a bit salty and garlicky. The service was brisk and professional. They brought us rice for no extra charge – a nice touch. We thought the atmosphere was pleasant overall, with warm lights and plants.“

“Understated hidden gem on Castro St. I often bring my friends and family here and they love the green beans, the XLBs, and the Shanghai pork fried dumplings. The temperature and skin of the dumplings are always fresh and hot. My favorite spot to go for dumplings, never disappoints.“

“This is not my usual Chinese restaurant go to, but it was a pretty decent find. My mom orders from this restaurant every now and again. We ordered the Mapo tofu and cilantro beef. The tofu was served in a sweet chili, thin sauce, which packed plenty of flavor with with each bite. It was delicious. I had more mixed feelings about the cilantro beef. If you like a lot of flavor and moderate spice, then you will love this dish. I can handle mild to moderate spiciness, but I felt that this dish had way too much going on. It was just a lot of contradictory flavors, all saturated in spiciness, that was more painful than pleasant. However, my mom loved the cilantro beef, and I have to admit, it went really well with white rice.“

“The picture says it all. 😋“

“The best Chinese food my daughter and I have had in a long time. She’s says it’s the best she’s EVER had, and she loves Chinese food. I recommend this place 💯“

“Absolutely loved this place! The food is outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The restaurant is spotless, and the ambiance is just perfect: calm, comfortable, and really inviting. It's the kind of spot where you can actually relax and enjoy a meal without the noise and chaos you find elsewhere.
What really sets it apart is the ordering experience — you order right from your phone, which is both seamless and genuinely fun. It feels modern without being gimmicky. Highly recommend to anyone looking for great food in a clean, peaceful setting. Will definitely be back!“

“A lovely white tablecloth setting. Great service and delicious food. A lot like Wings in San Jose which is out of business now😭. So yes I love that we found King Chuan Restaurant 😍“

“Everything was delicious, especially the stinky tofu, pork intestine rice noodles, and lamb spine hot pot. The stinky tofu is the best I’ve had in the South Bay, and the seasoning on both the lamb spine hot pot and the rice noodles was just right. Highly recommend!“

“Some of the best hot pot I have had and the customer service was great“

“Peaceful oasis after a stressful day of meetings.

The chicken soup broth was healing. Lightly herbal, full of veggies. The owner is really sweet and I felt really taken cared of. There’s plenty of space - great for groups big and small.

There’s a great sauce bar and orange slices and other snacks.“

“One of my fave dumpling places—only place that I found that had lamb handmade dumplings. The handmade dumplings are always so juicy and flavorful. I also love the salt and pepper tofu and green onion pancakes—they’re always perfectly crispy. The frozen dumplings are also really easy to steam at home. 10/10“

“We have not been here in many years. What a pleasant surprise they still deliver the same great quality food and service. And now, they have outside seating too. They still have the traditional carts roaming around the dining room with delicious choices. We liked that the classic dimsum fare was still being served and they do not scrimp on portions, unlike many dimsum places in Millbrae and Daly City. The shu mai was juicy and large, as were the shiu bao. The tofu skin wrap had a lot of filling instead of several layers of tofu skin. The ham suy ko was plump and crisp on the outside but chewing on the inside with a good amount of filling. We came for a late lunch but they were still full. Their service was friendly but brisk and efficient. The place was clean and pleasant. We will be back!“

“Vegetable fried dumplings, soy sauce noodles, and green onion pancakes were all incredibly good. Staff was supremely helpful, kind, and personable. Highly recommend!“

“look for the 3 item specials but also the cho chow mein, Mongolian beef and beef noodle soup are all really good. fast service and friendly.“

“IMO the best chinese food place in downtown San Carlos - their sizzling rice soup, and sizzling eggplant vegetables are 😋. You can also do a Bubble tea takeout - do try their Mango yakult (no caffeine) and Thai iced tea. Staff is friendly.“

“I've come here many times now over the past year or so, and would highly recommend. The food is fresh and delicious, consistently high quality. Similar Chinese restaurants often make me feel a bit queasy after, I think because of the quality of the ingredients, but I've never had this issue here. Good price too.“

“This is a good old Cantonese place. It has been my family go to back in the days. Now a day, they don't have that much business. We do stop by ever so often to get our OG food fixes in. Some of their servers is a bit rude, but don't mind them. This is just how they work.“

“We did a walk in around 10:40 so there were plenty of tables and parking.

We had dimsum brunch here and ordered the standard: siumai and hargow which had slightly different names on the menu but did have pictures. Overall it was delicious and the pieces are large.

Pro tip: if you want to order from their main menu, you’ll have to come after 11 especially for their specialties like the duck.“

“This is our go to Chinese restaurant. We like it here because it is clean and food is great. The owner is very kind and welcoming. We can ask for our food to be adjusted to our taste which we appreciate as we don't like it too salty and must be without MSG. We always order here the fried rice, sweet and sour pork, and their soup. Parking is also no problem.“

“I had lunch here for my 1st time. I will be back for many more lunches. Thank you folks very much and I’m looking forward to scarfing my left overs for dinner.“

“Great food, can be busy during dinner time. So show up early.“

“Great spot if you’re looking for comforting Chinese breakfast or a quick meal. Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. The tomato and egg rice was flavorful with plenty of fresh tomatoes, and the congee was warm and comforting. The baos were juicy, and the side dishes paired nicely with the meal. The restaurant was clean, the staff were friendly, and service was quick even during lunch time. Definitely a place I’d come back to!“

“It’a a Chinese restaurant with open kitchen that is pretty neat - by itself the place deserves a five star!
The dish is tasty and my favorite is the sauteed noodles or Chao Mian which has a great sensation coming from the wok’s high temperature induced Maillard reaction - it’s called Guo Qi 锅气.
Service is pretty good here - owner and staff are friendly and helpful.“

“Having enjoyed their dishes many times for months, It’s beyond “Very Satisfying”! Excellent, delicious food! Quality well maintained although it is a hard time under C-19. Hygiene suggestions n requests well followed! Thanks 🙏 Customer Service outstanding! Highly recommended 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍“

“I absolutely love Ping’s Bistro! I’ve been to a lot of Chinese restaurants, and this place has some of the best dishes I’ve ever had. The cauliflower is incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked—it has the perfect balance of crispiness and seasoning. My favorite dish, though, is the mushroom and ham. It is honestly the best I’ve ever had in my life. The flavors are rich, comforting, and cooked to perfection.

The food tastes fresh, the portions are generous, and every dish we’ve tried has been consistently delicious. The staff is also friendly and welcoming, making the whole dining experience even better. If you’re looking for authentic, high-quality Chinese food, I highly recommend giving Ping’s Bistro a try. I’ll definitely be coming back again and again!“

“great food. good service“