I went here after a Google search... I wanted some good Chinese Fried Rice! This place is tucked in the cuts off Broadway. The inside is not clean--its very dirty. The refrigerator where the refreshments are kept, the glass appears that it hasn't been cleaned in months! It's pretty ran down on the inside, with a super high counter, so you can't see into the kitchen area. I ordered the Ben's Special Fried Rice. The rice was good, although overpriced, and especially for the condition of the restaurant and are. I paid $30.00 for 2 orders of house special Fried rice. Although I actually loved their chilli/jalapeno sauce, I probably wouldn't go back because of the condition of the place.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 5
Andrew Snyder
Fantastic Chinese food, their orange chicken special of the day is the best I've had in a long time. Will definitely be coming back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tai Tokeshi
Wednesday chicken special is the GOAT and the black bean/pepper hot sauce is legendary
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Merlin Edwards II
They made me some mapo tofu. It was great!
Ryan Fisher
David and his parents are the best. Get the Kung Pao Chicken, or the Singaporean Rice Noodles. Get extra of that hella good sauce they make, it’s addictive. On Wednesdays their fried chicken special is crazy good but you need to get there early because it’s a long line
Gloria Dials
I was finally able to try this restaurant today, I traveled from Pittsburg via BART just to try it. I was at Jack London Square last week, I attempted to try it, but they had already closed. First, I must say that the staff is very friendly, provide service with a smile, efficient. They fix your order when you place it, food is fresh, not sitting under heating lights. I got the Chicken Fried Rice that everyone ranted and raved about in the reviews. It was $14.00 for a medium sized take out container. It tasted okay, but I was anticipating better. I ate some there, took the rest home. It was full of Chicken breast, a bit dry, very little vegetables and barely any egg. I was also surprised by the prices on the website, the items are much cheaper by at least $6.00. I realize the cost of living has gone up, and they have to charge more. It would be helpful if they update your menu/prices so new customers won't be blind sided. Especially, since they only accept cash payments. This was not my favorite so, I won't be going back, do not recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
C Porter
Ben always takes care of the people
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cashew Chicken
Elson
Hole in the wall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ΔXIUS LIИK
So, picture this: I stroll into Ben's joint expecting a flavor fiesta in my mouth, but what do I get? A lukewarm greeting and an interior that's as exciting as watching paint dry. Seriously, they need to hire an interior decorator who didn't flunk out of design school.Now, let's talk about the menu. It's like they threw darts at a Chinese takeout menu and whatever it landed on, they added. Variety is the spice of life, but Ben's takes it to a whole new level of confusion. General Tso's chicken meets sweet and sour pork in a bizarre dance of culinary chaos.But hey, the food wasn't a total disaster. It was edible, I guess. If you're into that kind of thing. I've had more exciting flavor explosions from a microwave dinner, though. And the portions? It's like they're rationing rice in a post-apocalyptic world. I left hungrier than a vulture at a vegan buffet.Service, oh boy. The waitstaff was about as attentive as a sloth on sedatives. I had to wave my arms like I was directing air traffic just to get a dang refill on my water. And don't get me started on the wait time – I could've grown a beard waiting for my Kung Pao chicken.Now, let's talk ambiance. The place is about as cozy as a Siberian prison cell. The lighting is so dim; I thought I was having dinner in a cave. And the decor? It's like they raided a thrift store from the '80s and said, "Yeah, this'll do."In conclusion, Ben's Chinese Cuisine is the kind of place you go to when you've lost all hope for a fantastic meal but still want to convince yourself you made a reasonable choice. It's not the worst, but it's not winning any culinary awards. Three stars, only because I'm feeling generous today. Cheers to mediocrity!
Delicious food at great prices; The chicken fried rice is phenomenal. The restaurant itself could seriously benefit from a renovation and perhaps more outdoor seating.
Parking: High crime area for vehicle break-ins, especially during daylight hours. Our windows get peered into at least half of the times we come here.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Rice
Heezy Yang
Loved this place! I was visiting from Korea and I needed some Asian food with rice. The place is small and simple but Ben and the other perosn working there were very friendly. They offered hot tea, and more rice! Food was good and the prices were reasonable. I highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
yori frenzli
I absolutely love there noddles, I give them a 5 star just for the noddles and special sauce, and there rice is good, I not sure about every thing else on the menu.
Food: 5
Bob Journey
The restaurant is old and melancholy. In the kitchen, an old man is wok-warming. Can get hot tea for free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Ajinkya Taware
Really good food, very fresh. I ordered the chicken fried rice as takeout, chicken was fresh and juicy, not overcooked and the taste was spot on. Goes well with the included hot sauce which is mildly hot.Ambience is not great as it is a warehouse neighborhood, recommend food as takeout.
Freshest vegetables in California! Delicious 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I went here after a Google search... I wanted some good Chinese Fried Rice! This place is tucked in the cuts off Broadway. The inside is not clean--its very dirty. The refrigerator where the refreshments are kept, the glass appears that it hasn't been cleaned in months! It's pretty ran down on the inside, with a super high counter, so you can't see into the kitchen area. I ordered the Ben's Special Fried Rice. The rice was good, although overpriced, and especially for the condition of the restaurant and are. I paid $30.00 for 2 orders of house special Fried rice. Although I actually loved their chilli/jalapeno sauce, I probably wouldn't go back because of the condition of the place.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 5
Fantastic Chinese food, their orange chicken special of the day is the best I've had in a long time. Will definitely be coming back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wednesday chicken special is the GOAT and the black bean/pepper hot sauce is legendary
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
They made me some mapo tofu. It was great!
David and his parents are the best. Get the Kung Pao Chicken, or the Singaporean Rice Noodles. Get extra of that hella good sauce they make, it’s addictive. On Wednesdays their fried chicken special is crazy good but you need to get there early because it’s a long line
I was finally able to try this restaurant today, I traveled from Pittsburg via BART just to try it. I was at Jack London Square last week, I attempted to try it, but they had already closed. First, I must say that the staff is very friendly, provide service with a smile, efficient. They fix your order when you place it, food is fresh, not sitting under heating lights. I got the Chicken Fried Rice that everyone ranted and raved about in the reviews. It was $14.00 for a medium sized take out container. It tasted okay, but I was anticipating better. I ate some there, took the rest home. It was full of Chicken breast, a bit dry, very little vegetables and barely any egg. I was also surprised by the prices on the website, the items are much cheaper by at least $6.00. I realize the cost of living has gone up, and they have to charge more. It would be helpful if they update your menu/prices so new customers won't be blind sided. Especially, since they only accept cash payments. This was not my favorite so, I won't be going back, do not recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Ben always takes care of the people
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cashew Chicken
Hole in the wall
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So, picture this: I stroll into Ben's joint expecting a flavor fiesta in my mouth, but what do I get? A lukewarm greeting and an interior that's as exciting as watching paint dry. Seriously, they need to hire an interior decorator who didn't flunk out of design school.Now, let's talk about the menu. It's like they threw darts at a Chinese takeout menu and whatever it landed on, they added. Variety is the spice of life, but Ben's takes it to a whole new level of confusion. General Tso's chicken meets sweet and sour pork in a bizarre dance of culinary chaos.But hey, the food wasn't a total disaster. It was edible, I guess. If you're into that kind of thing. I've had more exciting flavor explosions from a microwave dinner, though. And the portions? It's like they're rationing rice in a post-apocalyptic world. I left hungrier than a vulture at a vegan buffet.Service, oh boy. The waitstaff was about as attentive as a sloth on sedatives. I had to wave my arms like I was directing air traffic just to get a dang refill on my water. And don't get me started on the wait time – I could've grown a beard waiting for my Kung Pao chicken.Now, let's talk ambiance. The place is about as cozy as a Siberian prison cell. The lighting is so dim; I thought I was having dinner in a cave. And the decor? It's like they raided a thrift store from the '80s and said, "Yeah, this'll do."In conclusion, Ben's Chinese Cuisine is the kind of place you go to when you've lost all hope for a fantastic meal but still want to convince yourself you made a reasonable choice. It's not the worst, but it's not winning any culinary awards. Three stars, only because I'm feeling generous today. Cheers to mediocrity!
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Delicious food at great prices; The chicken fried rice is phenomenal. The restaurant itself could seriously benefit from a renovation and perhaps more outdoor seating.
Parking: High crime area for vehicle break-ins, especially during daylight hours. Our windows get peered into at least half of the times we come here.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Rice
Loved this place! I was visiting from Korea and I needed some Asian food with rice. The place is small and simple but Ben and the other perosn working there were very friendly. They offered hot tea, and more rice! Food was good and the prices were reasonable. I highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I absolutely love there noddles, I give them a 5 star just for the noddles and special sauce, and there rice is good, I not sure about every thing else on the menu.
Food: 5
The restaurant is old and melancholy. In the kitchen, an old man is wok-warming. Can get hot tea for free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Really good food, very fresh. I ordered the chicken fried rice as takeout, chicken was fresh and juicy, not overcooked and the taste was spot on. Goes well with the included hot sauce which is mildly hot.Ambience is not great as it is a warehouse neighborhood, recommend food as takeout.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
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