50 Best Chinese Restaurants in San Jose

“Great spot for Chinese food in downtown San Jose. I've been to their Fremont location a few times, but I think this location is a bit better since the portions are bigger, and the food is a lot less oily. My personal go-to dish is the beef wrap and mapo tofu, both of which have been fresh, flavourful, and generously portioned everytime I've been here. Staff are polite and service is pretty quick. The restaurant itself is clean and can get pretty crowded during lunchtime. Overall, definitely worth going to this place.“

“Glad to find an authentic Szechuan/Chinese restaurant in the neighborhood. It's not a fancy restaurant but the food is delicious. We ordered fish filet with golden soup, mapo tofu with pork intestine, sizzling squid, and sesame balls. All are good except the sizzling squid was not sizzling in hot plate and the squid looks very different from the photo on the menu. The owner told us that the menu was misprinted with picture of squid legs (they serve the body part). Maybe they should cross out that picture so there won't be disappointment due to wrong expectation. Other than that, the restroom is clean but needs some update. All in all, we enjoyed the food and will definitely come back again.“

“This has become my favourite place for noodles and dumplings! Their noodle quality is fantastic - very much like hand-pulled noodles, they have that beautiful lightly chewy texture and the flavour of their sauces are good too.
Xiaolongbao are good quality as are the wonton in chili oil, but my favourite is the beef noodles, they make the best lunch or dinner.
Prices are great for the quality you get - if you're hungry, check the portion sizes because they're on the smaller end compared to what you might expect from westernised places, but for me this makes it super easy to have a few dishes to try at a time!
I will be a regular here 😁“

“good place，“

“I’ve been CEO noodles since its grand opening. Already ordered multiple time for my family and friends. Highly recommend the takeout foods in canned containers if you want to save up for one week in fridge, ask the staff for the canned items, they even give you discount for order over $300. My friends all love the beautiful glass bottles from 8oz to 16oz, especially the veggie appetizer paired with rice,noodle or even salad.“

“Owner and server were very friendly and accommodating. This is a great hole-in-the-wall Chinese restaurant for those looking to try out local spots. As for the food, each plate had plenty to feed a whole family and was delicious. They don’t skimp out on how much food you get compared to franchise restaurants. I might come back again if I’m ever in the area.“

“I was curious to try this place after driving past it so many times and home eats in Cupertino let me down the last time I ate there. We had the eggplant and combo noodle special and a bowl of rice. The food was pretty tasty and fresh but I felt like it was expensive for Chinese food. 25$ for noodles and about $17 for eggplant, 3$ for rice. Service and ambience was nicer than your typical Chinese restaurant but was it worth another visit? We’ll see“

“Very good food! Fresh, tasty, saucy.“

“We got the nanjing roasted duck and beef noodle soup here, and they were both very delicious! I would definitely come back here again. The roast duck was cut well, and its skin was very crispy. The sauce was special and complemented the duck well. I can see why this was highly recommended here. As for the beef noodle soup, it was on the sweeter side, and the beef tasted like it was red braised. If we get the same next time, we definitely need to get some plain rice to balance the saltiness and sweetness.“

“We love how fresh these buns are manually made. They are delicious with a few different interesting flavors. The spicy mince pork and tofu buns are our favorite. It still tastes good the day after. It may seem pricy, but the portion of each order is large, so it's totally worth the money. Only gets 4 stars from me because the frozen wonton have so little meat. They tasted great though, but not much filling at all. Generally, we're happy with the food and the super fast service. Definitely come back for more bao buns, but probably not the wonton.“

“Had a really great experience at Dough zone! The cucumbers and green onion pancakes are amazing and so are the dumplings. We have tried the noodles and fried rice as well, and they are good too. Looking forward to trying more of their menu next time!“

“Favorite Chinese restaurant in all of Bay Area! Great food, great service and cool place. Ordering food thru phone is easy, but you can wave them down easily if you need to modify. We always order the spicy fish fillet, sautéed green beans and another meat dish. Try to come with a bigger group so you can try more dishes. Also love that they give kids plastic cups and utensils. Always busy during lunch and dinner rush for a reason, but they move quick.“

“This mom-pop shop makes everything to order and the combos are as affordable as Panda Express! We love this place and will definitely frequent it in the coming years :) My husband is Chinese and he said it's one of the best spots for Chinese cuisine in the area.“

“Last location of a once great chain, I was a bit worried it wouldn't live up to my childhood memories and nostalgia. It definitely live up to and surpassed them. Food was just as I remember as were the portions and prices. Thanks for keeping open and keeping up with the old ways.

A note to people that have not been to this former chain before, this is not authentic Chinese food, it is Mr Chaus Chinese food. If you're looking for authentic Chinese food seek other businesses.

I will be back soon now that I know it has kept up the old ways 💪🏼🎉“

“This was my first experience at Scrumptious Dumpling in San Jose's San Pedro Square, but it won't be our last. Loved everything that we ordered, especially the pork noodles. Very attentive service from our server, too.“

“For the first time, surprised to discover that there’s such a delicious Chinese restaurant in South San Jose. I ordered two dishes: one salt and pepper fish fillet, and one dry-fried beef chow fun. It was really so delicious! I truly love this Big Fish Restaurant! I must come here often!“

“Most delightful restaurant experience ever!

Owner is an absolute gem!

She vents the orders containing broccoli so it won't yellow on your drive home!!!

Food is fabulous, fresh and cooked to perfection.“

“We usually eat here and it is very good. The meat are fresh and the soup base is tasty unlike others“

“I tried the duck wings. The lady was hesitant to sell them to me but I said I like chicken wings and I think duck wings might be better. Place is kind of dirty especially their credit card machine (first she wanted cash and I didn't have any but said I'll bring cash next time) and then it was OK to use my card. The duck wings are tasty! There's less meat on a duck wing than on the wings of modern mutant chickens, but it's all dark meat and yummy.“

“Food has great flavor, the menu is very complete and their portions are very generous“

“Very good rice noodles！A large portion of food, I have a light taste and my mom prefers more flavor， I ordered the mushrooms and she got the tomato beef, we both are very satisfied the noodles. Staffs are very friendly, they call us immediately when they found my mom left her hat in the restaurant. Very good service!“

“Outstanding food and service for such a small place! Love their onion cakes (no one makes a lighter, airier one!), garlic chicken (both non-spicy), Hot and sour beef and harvest pork (both spicy). Very friendly staff and owner — always willing to accommodate special requests. Highly recommended!“

“The crepe rolls reminded me of the ones I’ve had in China and were impressively large. The dough sticks were perfectly fried and so crispy. We also loved the soups and congees, with the lamb soup standing out as a rare and delicious treat. Everything we tried was flavorful and satisfying. Definitely a spot I will return to!“

“We waited a few minutes at lunch time on a Sunday. We ordered crispy noodle and fried taro with egg and peanuts. The crispy noodle arrived first. I think I prefer a bit more sauce so the crispy noodle can soak it in. The fried taro was a great comfort food. Service was efficient.“

“The noodle soups and fried flour cakes are 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽!“

“Owner and their family is amazing!!!
So quick and freshhh! ❤️ I love it here. Their Chinese food is absolutely delicious!
I had a large order and she helped me take the items to my car bc it was just myself.
Spicy chow main is my favorite!!
Flavor is always there!“

“Wow! I’m reading a lot of negative posts. But I’m a fan I love the food it’s fresh and tasty I found this place about 4 months ago and I go weekly and don’t seem to have a problem with the food. The reviews I read go way back it must have changed cause it’s nothing like people are saying years ago. It’s yummy and I’m picky with Chinese food I know a good place when I’ve eaten there.“

“Highly recommended! This place is great!“

“Nice little restaurant with indoor seating a comfortable atmosphere and delicious food. It was my first time here and though I chose not to stay and eat the place is very inviting and so was the staff. I got the teriyaki chicken for lunch and i was very pleased with how tender, moist and delicious it was. I highly recommend this place.“

“We've been here twice, once for lunch and once for dinner, and have been very impressed with the food on both occasions. They offer dim sum exclusively during lunch, while dinner features a menu of classic Cantonese dishes.

The quality really shines through – you can tell they use fresh ingredients, and everything is well-seasoned and expertly cooked. A standout from our dinner was the steamed live red grouper; it was cooked to perfection and incredibly tender. During our lunch visit, the beef organ stew was a highlight – the organs were clearly fresh and stewed to a wonderful softness.

The staff members are friendly and welcoming. However, it's worth noting that they seem quite understaffed during peak lunch times, so while the service is friendly, it might not be the speediest. Just set your expectations accordingly.

The decor definitely has a nostalgic 2000s Hong Kong feel. A modern refresh would certainly elevate the dining experience.

Overall, the excellent food is the main draw here, and it's more than enough reason for us to return many times.“

“Totalmente esquisto 🇵🇪🙂🌸 desde que llegue a California es la comuda oriental más rica ,su pato asado ufff“

“allsome is all I can say“

“Great place for lunch!! 😋“

“I like to think of myself as a fried rice connoisseur. I've had hits and misses in San Jose and Edna Ray Chinese is a definite hit. Two thumbs up!“

“Great food, fast service��� Large parking lot and easy to get to.“

“Ever go to a place and you ordered a dish that looks/sounds good and you order it and it was so delicious that when you go back again it will be the only thing you order. My wife brought me home Honey Walnut Shrimp. I received it cold but the size of the shrimp made me go wow! It was delicious and I couldn't finish it. The following week I went back and told the counter guy my last week experience, I own a restaurant and I know they love positive feedback. Guess what I did? I ordered it again and ate it in the parking lot in my car. It was very hot and much better than I expected. I'm now afraid to try anything else. I looked for shrimp & lobster sauce but did not have. That WAS my go to dish!“

“Great place to meet up with the locals. Price on drinks are responsible and they have great food too. Highly recommend this hang out!“

“The dim sum was good , I wouldn't say great. I think most of the seasonings were a little on the light side. The Sui Mai was on the small side. Other than a few complaints the food was pretty good. The prices were very reasonable . I would probably visit them again.“

“quick serve... yummy 😋 food.. with it halal“

“Highly recommended! This place is great!“

“Another authentic Hong Kong café. They serve classic dishes like baked pork chop rice, just as you’d expect from a traditional HK spot. It’s usually not too busy, so getting a seat is easy—I’ve been here five times and never had to wait. The food comes out quickly, which makes it a great option if you’re in a hurry and don’t want to spend too long on a meal.“

“It's been over 10 years since we've been to this place. It was famous for cantonese style foods. Last week before going to Napa visiting Far Niente Winery to take pictures of the golden Ginkgo Trees in Nov, we stopped by here for the Braised Chinese Herbs duck noodle soup, one of our favorite.
The place is still the same, the parking lot is small and luckily we found a spot in front of the restaurant.
The restaurant is clean, the servers are extremely attentive and pleasant. We ordered the braised duck noodle soup with crispy Chinese donut, extra fried garlic and pot belly.
The soup is still so tasty and the duck braised perfectly with all the herbs and spices. It's still the best anywhere.
The prices are still very reasonable.
It did hit the spot as they say and we'll be back here again for this, although we don't like the area so much.“

“The best Israeli Shawarma in the Bay Area.CA“

“4 star. Good food and friendly.“

“Mmmm, our goto for Chinese fast food delivery.“

“Can’t find you a better deal. Rice plate 2 item bbq for $12. It’s a $20 min for credit. No min for debit. The roast pork should have better skin, since the one here the skin didn’t crackle all the way thru so it’s a little tough. But the meat is super tender. The roast duck is not as fatty and it’s super flavorful“

“There are a ton of vegan/vegetarian Vietnamese restaurants in San Jose and this is certainly a standout. Although further away from folks coming from the rest of the Bay, it is worth a trip for the food, service, and prices. When looking at the menu, I noticed some items had a small symbol indicating 'vegan' so I asked to make sure with our server. She explained that everything on the menu is now vegan friendly since they've switched over their mock meat supplier which I assume used to be vegetarian. Great news! We started with their fresh Spring Rolls - a set of three sliced in half. I thought these were decent but nothing exciting. I felt it lacked mint or avocado to really kick it up and the mock meat inside was a bit bland. Pass on this in the future. However, the main entrees here were phenomenal. The Lotus Salad was fresh, crunchy, tangy, and came with vegan shrimp chips. They provided a vegan pineapple dressing but we really didn't need it as the small amount of sauce in the salad went a long way. Their Bun Bo Hue was also very fragrant - wonderful vegetable broth with noodles, tofu, mock meats, and some veggies. The real winner here was their Broken Rice dish which was fantastic. All of the pork substitutes were well seasoned and it brought me back to the flavor and somewhat textures I remember from consuming meat. It was definitely a great meal that we could not finish in one go. Taking it home and reheating our rice was easy so they are definitely take out-friendly. Prices here are lower than other vegan Viet restaurants so that makes transitioning to a plant-based diet or reminiscing on old eating habits a lot more affordable and easier. Thanks DiLac for a great meal and I'm looking forward to returning again in the future.“

“We had a dinner at the restaurant to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Ping Pong Diplomacy. Dynasty Seafood is an amazing top shelf experience. Elegant surroundings, gourmet chinese food, great service. Some of my favorite dishes: cold platter with roast pork, char siu and jellyfish, abalone with bok choy, succulent smoked duck, and lobster noodles. If you are planning a dinner to celebrate a special ocassion, this is the restaurant“

“Food are amazing, wagyu beef is beautiful and staff are very accommodating“

“This is our go to Dim Sum spot, locally. It always great food. Sometimes the servers pass us by, but there’s these two ladies that ALWAYS come to our table. They get us what we want to eat. So, we’ll keep coming back!“