47 Best Chinese Restaurants near Pleasant Hill

“Nice atmosphere but the best part is the food. Great selection with some hard to find items. They definitely know how to spice the food - can’t be beat“

“You can never go wrong with Ming's!

I've been here for their lunch special a half-dozen times over the past year, and it's been consistently excellent. Great price for the amount of food, and every entree I have ordered has been great, especially the spicy eggplant with tofu. The portions are very generous too - my wife and I always end up bringing home leftovers.

My family and I often order takeout for dinner here as well, and again, have never been disappointed. Everything is exceptionally fresh - the veggie and seafood options are my favorites.“

“Always such good food with so many choices. Always very friendly staff as well. Love eating here“

“We went for lunch after hearing they were closing in June because their lease is not being renewed. The lunch menu was extensive compared to other Chinese lunch menus I've seen. All three of us ordered different things. 2 were pork and one was beef. All were nicely prepared. Lunch included fried or steamed rice, wonton, egg roll, hot and sour soup and one entree. We asked for tea and one person got apple juice.“

“I’ve been coming to ChinaChef for over a year now, and it’s easily one of my favorite spots! The food is always delicious, everything has great quality, fresh ingredients, and amazing flavor. It’s also very affordable, which makes it even better.

The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and you can tell it’s a family-owned restaurant. The people here are always friendly and go out of their way to help. Whether it’s dine-in or takeout, the experience is always great.“

“I'm confused by the lack of recent reviews.. i went here the other night because they were open til 11:45pm which is awesome cus i clock out at 11.. went with a safe order, some zhangzhou rice n a couple chx skewers.. this place is the real deal whoevers reading this, you can safely ignore the old shitty reviews. The food was just insanely good.. not a particularly complicated dish but its one of those.. anyone can do this but few have mastered it* 100% worth it to try this place out. Happy new year everyone ^_^,!,,!“

“The best Panda Express I've tasted. I don't know if I caught them on the right day or what. It was my first visit there. But I plan on going back. Everything was flavorful. I like the green beans n chicken. But generally the green beans are undercooked. These were decent, very decent. I recommend this particular Panda Express.“

“Best Chinese food in Contra Costa County. Totally Authentic Sezchuan style. A must try for anyone who loves great flavors.“

“Excellent! Tonight was one of the best meals we’ve had here and are so happy to be able to continue to support the restaurant. So thank you for some of the most fresh best tasting Chinese food in Walnut Creek!“

“I love their beef noodles! And the meat is not too bad - not chewy/fatty. Could use extra veggies or add a little more but otherwise it's ok. The morning silog are great! My daughter loves bangus so she orders bangus silog. We can't order bangus anywhere else (main stream restaurant) so this a treat for her. Breakfast has limited time so make sure to get there before it ends. My daughter and I order sesame balls to take home and eats halohalo for dessert (summer time treat) afterwards. We also order taho for winter treat to finished off our visit. This store is like a fast food place - first you order and pay for your food at the counter. Then wait for your food to call in and enjoy your food either eat-in or take out. Just like any other fast food restaurants.
This review/comment is based on my personal experience and not meant to cause any harm or malicious intent.
I recommend for you to try it“

“Aberdeen Cafe in Martinez is a hidden gem. The food is authentic and full of flavor, with a great variety of traditional Chinese dim sum dishes.

The service was friendly and efficient, making the experience enjoyable. Pricing is affordable, and the portions are generous. Whether you’re craving dim sum or a full meal, Aberdeen Cafe is a must-visit in Martinez.“

“Highly recommend their beef noodle. Freshly pulled noodle and consistent high quality with the broth and beef. Always have a better experience here than they sister shop in Fremont, and I'd prioritize a stop here every time I come to Concord. Other dishes are decent too. Can get crowdy especially during peak hours, so expect a queue!“

“Their food is so good. They are quick, efficient and extremely nice. I get lunch there at least once a week. Their specials are great and affordable. The egg rolls I got today were the best I’ve ever tasted and their chow mein was amazing. I highly recommend this restaurant!!“

“Stunning experience. It is elevated modern restaurant with Chinese cuisine offers short, creative menu of craft and delicious dishes. We’ve got chili wontons as appetizer, black bean chicken and mapo tofu as entrees. Everything were delicious, full of flavors, beautifully presented. Don’t forget their take on craft cocktails! Outstanding and friendly service was on point - checked us at very right moments. Will definitely visit again. Good for both family and romantic dinners!“

“Great Asian delicacies in warm hospitable atmosphere.

Foods are homy and they have variety of choices such as different meat, vegetarian and seafoods.

The meals are priced reasonably low and their tea pots are yummy.“

“Very small restaurant, I only order to go.
Absolutely my favorite Chinese food in Walnut Creek and pleasant hill. No one else comes close.
The flavors from their wok are perfect, the sauces are spot on, and the portions are generous.“

“Looking for Valentine's dinner with family and came here as the places we wanted to go were packed. But so glad we did as the food was beyond expectation. We started out with the corn chowder soup ..excellent and best we've had anywhere. Ordered Salt and Pepper Fish with slices of onions and peppers, Orange Chicken with a tangy sweet unique flavor, honey walnut prawns, and shrimp fried rice. All were excellent and we'll definitely be back. I'd drive across town just for the corn chowder.“

“We’ve been to Szechuan restaurant several times, both dine in and take out. The food is always great and the staff is very friendly. Last night’s meal was particularly good. We ordered a couple of new dishes which were yesterday‘s specials. One had eggplant and chicken and the other was some fish dish. We had it as take out for a dozen guests at home. All of our guests were complimenting the food and asking where we got it from. Thank you Szechwan Restaurant.“

“Peony Garden is one of the best spots for delicious Chinese food, especially if you love dim sum and seafood dishes. The service is friendly, fast, and attentive, making the dining experience even better.

Their dim sum is fresh, flavorful, and served hot—perfect for sharing with family and friends. The claypot seafood dishes are a must-try, packed with rich flavors and quality ingredients. You can really taste the freshness in every bite.

Whether you’re stopping in for weekend dim sum or a relaxing dinner, Peony Garden offers great food, warm hospitality, and an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine. Highly recommended—support this wonderful local restaurant!“

“The best service ever. Delicious food. 💯 recommend“

“The food was good as usual. It was not very busy for a Sunday but the staff looked tired and not very enthusiastic. They should enforce dress codes for servers. The floors were sticky when you walk into the restaurant. The water glassed were plastic instead of glass. The restaurant needs deep cleaning and freshen up the atmospher. You can see all the storage freezers when sitting in the dining room when they can be hidden with a decor curtain or a trifold divider. They don't bring the bill to the table or accept payment at the table only at the cashier which is weird for a sit down facility“

“Been going here for 20 years. Never a bad meal!“

“Excellent service and the food was delicious.“

“Spectacular food. I mean Spectacular. And I love the small restaurant ambiance of simplicity on Clayton Rd. Authentic and creative food, with modern American style too. If you're looking for great Chinese food and a great menu too choose from this is the place!!“

“This place is hands down one of the best Chinese food I’ve had in CA. Taste and flavor is there and food is very fresh. I don’t understand why there’s bad reviews because it doesn’t reflect what I’ve had here. There’s just one guy serving tables here, so service can take a bit when they’re busy. But it’s worth it. Don’t miss out because you see a few bad reviews. In the Bay Area over all, most Chinese food tastes so watered down and lacks flavor. This place is great.“

“Excellent house-made noodles!“

“I stopped by during a transfer at Martinez Station. I was impressed by the cleanliness of the restaurant and the friendly service. The BBQ pork fried noodles and wonton soup were also delicious, and I'll definitely visit again if I have the chance.“

“I travel a lot for work and love Chinese restaurants. This one one is superb.
Pros
Great location
Great atmosphere
Very authentic
Delicious kung pao chicken(definitely recommend)
Great sweet and sour soup and salad!
Great price for the lunch special.
Very clean and great interior.

I wish most mom and pop places followed this interior design, it’s beautiful

Cons
Can’t think of any!!!!!

Will come here again when in the area! I recommend you try it.“

“I LOVE this restaurant. The food just gets better and better. Every time we add something new to our order, we fall in love with more dishes. I love Chinese food and am super picky. So to have been able to find this gem has made me and myFamily super happy! Sunday movie nights are filled with yummyChinese food and a good show/movie!“

“As a family we’ve ordered superior Chinese food from Nanking even before it was NanKing when it was Uncle Wu’s. Never disappointed until tonight. All food we received was cold even the rice. Little flavor as well. Very cold making the special evening not enjoyable and we live one mile from them.“

“I had their General Tso's chicken with a side of steamed rice, and it was super good! The amount was enough to fill up up and I still have about a lunch portion left.

Definitely plan on coming back. You know a place is good when you're willing to drive 30 minutes to eat there.“

“We had the chow mein, sesame vegan chicken and tofu and veggies. All were delicious! There were many people in the waiting area ordering vegan options. Surprised there aren't any reviews here yet. They had lots of vegan options and we're knowledgeable.“

“Excellent place to meet up with friends and family to have a great time with yummy food“

“The taste is very good, I will go there again next time.“

“Treat yourself to a fantastic Chinese meal. The food is top-notch, with delicious handmade dim sum and excellent entrées. The owners are meticulous about quality, and I feel fortunate to have this restaurant nearby. As someone who considers herself a good judge of Asian food, this is truly my favorite.“

“I have been going here every other Saturday for about 3 years. Love their food. It never disappoints. Everyone we take there loves it. We are treated very well. Love the staff. Love the food!

Vegetarian options: They will customize to meet your needs“

“Came for lunch. The congee and rice noodles were very good. The chow fun was just meh. The service was good but the plastic dishes and bowls and paper cups for tea really cheapen the experience. I’ll come back to try the dim sum next time. We come to the shopping center a lot to eat at the other places and was surprised to have just noticed this place. It’s on the backside of the mall. They have been open for 2 years but their sign is now up and more visible.“

“I ordered the Mu Shu Pork on Christmas. It was the, dare I say, the best Mu Shu Pork I’ve had in several years. It was fresh, tasty and fulfilling. It was take out where the food sometimes loses its taste and freshness. This was not the case.
I gave 5 stars on atmosphere even though I realize it does not apply in this instance, but, when I’ve been in there, the atmosphere was good.
I’ve yet to have a bad meal here.“

“Went her last night with my family. Second time I had it. First time I had it delivered to my house this time we ate there. It was DELICIOUS 🤤 both times. So happy I live walking distance to my new favorite Chinese restaurant ❗️“

“Ordered from there tonight with DoorDash General Taos chicken 🐔. Thought all meals came with white rice , for 25 bucks I got a small plate of chicken an few stalks of broccoli. It was good just not for what I paid for ,“

“Delicious food! We had the soup dumplings, fried potstickers, cucumber salad and Dan Dan noodles. Everything was wonderfully flavored and a joy to eat! Great service, a cozy laid back ambiance - I look forward to coming back and trying more dishes!“

“Thank you Evie and all the staff for making our boys grad night dinner so special!! If you have not tried this place out you need too!! Amazing suchi and yummy Tao Tacos!!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4/5
I’ve got to hand it to this Panda Express! — even though prices have gone up a bit, they haven’t shrunk the portions like so many other places have. The food still comes out fresh, hot, and consistent every time I stop by. The staff moves quick, the place stays clean, and you can tell they care about keeping quality up. Definitely one of the better Panda locations around.“

“I really enjoy visiting this Panda Express location in Danville, CA. The environment is clean, welcoming, and well maintained.

Eva, in particular, is exceptional—she is always friendly, smiling, and highly professional in the way she takes care of customers.

Every time I visit this location, I leave with a positive experience. Thank you to the entire Panda Express team. Your employees are truly valuable assets, and you should be proud of every single one of them.

I hope the team receives recognition, even if it’s a simple thank-you email or phone call, because they genuinely deserve it.

Thank you,
Faisal
🐼🍱✌️“

“We drove up from Oakland and found this place on the way to WinCo. We will definitely be back if we can!

I disagree with Latoya Robbins' review, my husband and I thought the food was pretty tasty. It was a good selection of food. Loved the steamed fish, pork bao, fried prawns and egg drop soup. I was delighted they had some dimsum in steam baskets. Many Asian buffets kinda taste like this anyway. The only small compliant is that there was a tad overuse of oil in some of the dishes.

To be honest, we were kind of shocked at the price of $14.99 per person for lunch on a Saturday. That's the price of 1 burrito from a food truck 30 mins away in Oakland, much less a all-you-can-eat buffet.

The staff were nice and topped up waters fast. Golden Corral staff were never this attentive. The place was decently clean and neat, and of course, this isn't a 5 star buffet at the Wynn, and we've been to shadier and more crowded places with less choice + paid more, so we're happy with this find. 5 stars, great value for money.“

“FAT PANDA IN LAFAYETTE: A GLORIOUS FEAST, A SACRED FOOD DEBT JOURNEY

Step into Fat Panda in Lafayette, California, and you enter a world where food debt is not a burden, but an honor. This isn’t just a place to eat—this is where you indulge in the finest Chinese-American cuisine, with every bite carrying the weight of your inevitable food debt that you wear like a badge of honor. Every penny spent is a glorious investment in the art of flavor, a decision that you will never regret, no matter how many bank alerts follow.

The Beijing Beef—a revelation. The crispy, tender beef tossed in a rich, savory sauce that sings with every bite. Each piece is a perfect balance of sweetness and heat, wrapping you in layers of decadence. You will find yourself sinking deeper into food debt with every bite, yet unable to stop, because how can you ever deny such perfection?

Then there’s the Orange Chicken. The gold standard. So crispy, so tangy, and coated in a sauce that’s the perfect mix of sweet and citrusy. It’s an intoxicating dance of flavors that will have you begging for more, sinking you deeper into the bliss of food debt, but, truly, this is a debt you are happy to accrue. Why fight it when every bite feels like a personal reward for your willingness to surrender to its glory?

And let’s not overlook the Apple Pie Rolls—oh, the Apple Pie Rolls. A glorious, warm bite of crispy, golden-brown perfection with a sweet apple filling that feels like a warm embrace for your soul. Every piece is a journey to a higher plane, where food debt becomes an offering rather than a concern. When you dip them in the accompanying cream sauce, you’ve sealed your fate. You’ll be in debt for days, but it’s worth every moment of it.

And, of course, the Chicken Egg Rolls—crispy, filled to the brim with savory chicken and vegetables, perfectly fried to achieve that delicate crunch. These rolls are the epitome of indulgence, each bite building the mountain of food debt that you’ll happily climb again and again.

In Lafayette, Fat Panda is the ultimate destination, where every dish is a celebration of flavor, and every meal is a pact with food debt. You will surrender your finances, but what you receive in return is unmatched greatness—and a feeling that you have tasted the very essence of culinary glory.“

“We were visiting a friend in Moraga and stopped by for dinner. Based on the recommendations, we ordered seafood soup, salt and pepper fish, and asparagus chicken. We were very pleased and all the dishes were excellent. Service was wonderful and attentive. Highly recommended.“