50 Best Chinese Restaurants near San Lorenzo

“My family has been going to this place for years. Great food, large portions sizes, last my family of at least 2 to 3 meals. Even with my brother eating a lot of food. Food always ready in 15 minutes when you order to- go. If you decide to eat at the restaurant, keep in mind the restaurant is small, so a group larger then 4 I would call ahead.

Parking: There is street parking or you go down the alley way before the restaurant and there are 2 spots behind the restaurant reserved.“

“Cantonese style restaurant that has been in San Lorenzo for many years. My family only wants to eat their favorites so one day our rotation will change!Our usual for family of 4 with 2 kids:Beef fried riceChicken chow meinEggplantGreen beansSometimes we’ll order chicken and vegetable, chicken/beef and broccoli, or orange/lemon chicken.Portions are returning to pre-pandemic levels which is a great sign.“

“Dropped by to dine in. Been going to this place for a while but it was only for takeout.

The place has old school chinese restaurant vibes. The food is the star here. Everything tasted better right out of the kitchen. The service was okay. When we went there was plenty of parking and seats.

Overall a gem in the area.

Parking: Plenty of parking.“

“This place was great! We got a little carried away with ordering for two but the food was tasty and it was fun!

Update:
1.Suggest ordering in batches so the food is fresher as you're eating.
2.The pickled cucumbers are so good, and goes well with the skewers.“

“The broth is satisfying, flavorful, and has just the right amount of numbing spice. I highly recommend the beef bone broth soup base with either medium or spicy heat. The Szechuan spicy base is good, too!

You can choose from various meats, seafood, veggies, and noodles. Pick whichever ingredients you want as long as it meets the minimum 0.8 lbs (they charge you by weight)“

“The picture says it all. 😋“

“The cook came out to chat with us! Yummy food!“

“Overall 6/10 (where 5 is average and 10 is the best meal I've ever had)

I got the Pickled Vegetables and Shredded Pork soup noodles and a Fried Tofu. Unfortunately the grill wasn't on for skewers (I dined early before dinner rush).

Pickled Vegetables and Shredded Pork soup noodles
- Broth wasn't that flavorful and looked and tasted a little like boiled dumpling water (which isn't necessarily bad). There was a lot of sesame oil and was too salty
- Noodle texture was the saving quality. Great chew.

Fried Tofu
- There was a lot of tofu in each piece which was great.
- It wasn't seasoned well. Quite plain; there was a sort of sweet soy oil at the bottom of the plate but being that it's fried tofu, it wasn't a great mix.“

“I Have been coming here for
For more years than i can remember this is the best in the area. The staff is great. They always remember me and my favorites even when I haven't been able to stop by for many months. I hope this place is around for many years to come thank you.“

“Overall Good & Reasonable Price“

“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 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍“

“This is one of my two favorite Chinese places in the Bay Area. I've been going there for like 15 years, miss them a lot when I'm in DC working. It's a very affordable place, the lunch deluxe deal is unbeatable. They can also do dishes that are not in the menu for the connoisseurs like pak chit kai, the traditional steamed half hen with a tangy and tasty ginger garlic scallion condiment. It's no frills, but we are not here for a Michelin experience but to eat really delish Chinese Cantonese plates. And the owners are always really nice and they speak Spanish (at least some, and they are funny)“

“The price is low, the food is tasty and the portion is large. We ordered a few and none is very spicy. The whole fish, black bass is very fresh and cooked with flavor. Smoked pork has strong smoke flavor. The husband-wife team is from Sichuan. The chef cooks slowly with care. Our cold beef mixture dish came out last after 40 minutes.“

“Good food with ALOT of choices“

“Pho or Yunnan? Yunnan for me. I think it’s healthier. Nothing like a bowl of numbing soup in the winter. The rice noodles go down so nice and the toppings are more elegant in taste and texture. The soup base really takes it. Can’t go wrong with the fish fillets.“

“I recently visited a restaurant where the customer service truly stood out. From the moment I walked in, the staff was friendly, attentive, and made me feel welcome. They were quick to address any requests, ensuring that my dining experience was smooth and enjoyable. The waitstaff checked in regularly without being intrusive, and their recommendations were spot on. It’s clear that the team values their customers, and it made the meal even more pleasant. I would highly recommend this restaurant not just for the food, but for the outstanding service that made me feel genuinely cared for.“

“Was looking for a place to eat on my birthday new years day, my stepbro picked it out, he said he ate there 20 yrs ago, I was reluctant as it looked outdated and empty,but I was surprised when the food came in quickly, the staff was friendly and the plates of food were huge! I kept asking my bro if he accidentally ordered family size, nope. We ordered egg rolls, 1 order must have had 10 pieces! Delicious spare ribs, wonton soup, honey walnut prawns (jumbo!) Mongolian beef, they gave us almond cookies instead of fortune, that was a nice change,there was so much food leftover to take home, I'll be going back, I don't know how they can afford to give so much for so little $, very reasonable.the only thing was the place was so cold, we were both freezing. no heat!“

“Ordered take out. The owner is very friendly. Price is reasonable and portions are large! Food is delicious Everyone in my group enjoyed their dinner. Only negative is that it lacks some spice, but I think they just didn't want to over spice it. They gave us chili oil on the side which gave the food plenty of kick!

If you like spicy food, definitely don't hesitate to order the spicy items. It's manageable.“

“Good food , great staff“

“great food and customer service! we came here based on another review and we were not disappointed!“

“They have good food here and they still open“

“非常好吃，超愛煉乳銀絲卷“

“This is a small, nice, neighborhood plaza Chinese restaurant with a very authentic menu that more than just dumplings. They have many traditional dishes too. If there’s something you don’t see, ask and they may be able to make it.

The beef noodle soup and soup dumplings are my favorite. My brother loves the sesame noodles, which he can’t find most places.

Dine in seating is limited to five tables, but I’ve never had an issue getting a table. They are very accommodating.

I don’t know what it is, but they have the best jasmine tea. I usually bring a container and take any leftover tea.

Parking: Small, shared parking lot but rarely full“

“This spot is walking distance from me, so on the days I feel lazy it’s affordable and the menu has healthy options.
3 stars because the quality could be better. I usually like to order a lunch special - the soups could be more generous with the egg drop. Also every now and then I bite into an egg shell in my egg fried rice - I get it happens sometimes with cooking eggs esp if they’re moving fast but not the most pleasant thing to experience when you’re eating. The service is friendly, and they pack the meal nicely to go.“

“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.“

“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!“

“We started going here regularly before COVID and then took a break and we've been back the past couple of months. The food is very good and the servings are very generous. We love the staff, they're very nice people. Try the soups..“

“The environment is beautiful and the service is average. I asked the waiter three times to get a tissue before I got it. The product is very average. The duck was not roasted on the same day, like African roast duck, which was very poor. The lobster smelled of gasoline. It may be a problem with the delivery merchant. But Yi noodles and fried rice are worth thumbs up?“

“I have been to a bunch of Chinese restaurants in the area, but I always keep coming back to Leo's. The food is just better here, and some of the best Chinese cuisine you'll find in the East Bay. The unassuming family-run restaurant is rather small, but the service is excellent, and the food is always fresh and flavorful. And they are very agreeable to modifying a dish to suit your taste. The menu is large and features some unique dishes. The tangerine beef was a perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and crispy... almost like eating candy. And the dried cooked green beans are a regular favorite for me, crunchy and flavorful. They have a full bar and wine list too. Always a good meal here.“

“I'm really glad I tried this local place. I had the teriyaki grilled chicken, and the shrimp fried rice, and both were excellent. The chicken had more grilled color on it, and was less fatty than the Panda Express version. The portions were very generous. Probably the best fast-food chinese food I've had in a loooong time :)“

“The place is unkempt at times, yet I still find myself coming here a lot for their fried chicken dinner meal. Delicious, it also comes with some in-house made venegrate/pickled veggies, which reminds me of the shops on the countryside of Vietnam, delicious.

Their other dishes are great too.“

“Went here yesterday. It was our first time trying out food here but they formerly had an old location in Fremont. We had 5 adults and 1 child so gratuity was automatically added on to bill, but well worth it. The lady I believe was the owne,r gave us a scallion pancakes on the house. Great halal food. Recommend schezuan chicken!“

“I was pretty impressed with the quality of the food and the freshness. Tasted very delicious, my whole family was satisfied and everyone went for seconds and some thirds. If your in Hayward and you want to eat some tasty Chinese food, then go to China “

“目前最喜歡的螺絲粉😍😋“

“Ignore the old reviews about Datang, the Chinese restaurant. This is now Yummy Fresh - a hot pot meat shop. We've been needing this in the neighborhood! They are so helpful and nice! Come here for perfectly sliced hot pot meat. Beautiful kurobuta pork, Australian lamb, wagyu beef, Fuzhou fish balls, and even Chongqing broth starter.“

“East Oakland hood staple for dry fried ribs, chow mein, sweet & sour, and everything Chinese food. It's an old school hole in the wall. Mom and Pops owned joint. Food is always good, affordable, and on point.
They have Combo meals for a nice and fair price.“

“Deliciously wonderful unique food.“

“There's not many clay pot rice places around the area, but this is a pretty solid one. One of my favorite ones was The Chinese sausage one! It's got a good amount of meat and they did a good job not making the rice stick onto the pot too much which can be easily done if over cooked. There is also congee as well as yu choy for order as well if you're not interested in the main dishes. They also starred out with some pickled vegetables which was a nice touch. I recommend where you're eating a clay pot that You share with two people for the regular size as you might have leftovers if you're eating by yourself, Just ordering the bigger size will just add extra leftovers or if you have four or six people. The ambiance is also pretty nice too with a very large painting on one of the walls and decorative ceiling tiles! The furniture and tables don't look to have too much wear and they look pretty recent too. Waiters were mostly focused on cleaning up after a table, but they did refill water when stopped for and asked. Overall, it's just a solid place to get this type of dish with not too much fuss when ordering!

Parking: Parking might be a little bit difficult but keep searching, you might find one...“

“all the food there is great“

“The shop is clean, the service is enthusiastic, and the food tastes pretty good. The biggest advantage is that it doesn't take a break at noon. Several shops around me close before three o'clock and open after five o'clock in the afternoon. I walked into this store for this reason. I felt that the signboard was unattractive. I tried it and found that it was underestimated. Anyone who is interested can come and try it.“

“This is the best Chinese takeout place in the East Bay. Hands down. The food is always fresh since there are so many people who come here. Whenever something is running low, the cooks already have the next batch ready. I personally like the barbecue chicken or pork, as well as the ribs in black bean sauce. You can't go wrong with the salt & pepper fried fish as well. The best part is that it's very affordable!“

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

“Grand opening with free meals! Delicious!!!“

“菜很好吃。服務態度很好“

“muy buena comida y sopas también 😉😉😉“

“Food is so good..Honey walnut prawns..“

“Good dim sum and won ton soup. A 4 only because this is first visit and want to try more dishes. Shrimp dumplings are nice and large, delivered piping hot to the table. The shrimp filling is perfect. Vegetable dumpling is nice ( sorry the shrimp was sooo good). Chicken won ton soup also very good. Nice broth. We shall return“

“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.“

“As I opened up my plate—packed to the brim with chow mein, orange chicken, and sweet & sour chicken—I was nearly blinded by the golden sparkle of the orange chicken. Unfortunately, in my awe of the orange chicken, I found a short, type 2A strand of hair. I knew this couldn’t have been mine because I have long, thick, luscious, nearly curly hair (somewhere between 2C and 3A). I pulled that jawn out of my food and kept it pushing.I’m not one for formalities, so I was able to move past this. It’s up to you to decide if you’d do the same.Aside from this mishap, the food was deesh, and the service was even better. Will be returning.“