50 Best Chinese Restaurants near San Ramon

“Been getting to go here since the old Pleasanton location. The food has always been great and the taste has been the exact same since the old location. While the dine-in area might be a slight downgrade from the old Pleasanton location, I would definitely recommend this place to someone hoping to grab some good Sichuan food in the East Bay.“

“Very tasty food, and super friendly stuff!!“

“My #1 favorit neighbor restaurant. Good food, good service and reasonable price
Perfect place for family and friends together without cooking stresses. The chefs are amazing and flexible. We 6 friends did our own special orders. The turnout was so delicious!!!
Highly recommend.“

“My new favorite spot! Everything we ordered was excellent and super fresh, fast and friendly service too!“

“‘Ono grinds at a great price 🍹“

“Everything on the menu is great. Friendly staff, they feel like family when you're there. Been here dozen times and consistently amazed. I didn't like Hot and Sour soup before I tried it here. I always make sure to get it when I'm here, as I try it at other places and nothing compares. Other favorites are honey walnut shrimp, chow main (combo but really any choice is good choice), and beef with black pepper sauce. My Grandpa would always get sweet sour fish fillet, which was tasty but not my first choice. Try this place next time you head out in search of a great Chinese Restaurant. I wish I could make it out there more often, so if you're nearby, you're in luck!“

“Been going here for years. This is a staple in San Ramon and I have great memories of this friendly and delicious restaurant!“

“The Kung Pao chicken was different, I did not like the chicken in it today. But I luckily got 2 items. The new sweet and sour dynamite chicken was excellent!! It was really spicy like I like. The girls at the front counter were not welcoming at all, they came off a bit rude. But I will be back for more Dynamite chicken. 😀“

“I’ve had malatang at so many different places and this is by far my favorite! The flavor is amazing and perfectly balanced. The staff are always super nice and friendly too. Definitely one of my go-to spots whenever I get the chance. Highly recommend!!“

“This is a smaller-scale Chinese restaurant, but the food quality is excellent! We ordered a variety of dishes, all of which were truly delicious. My favorites include the Sichuan-style sliced beef, stir-fried eggplant and beans, spicy wontons, and clay pot rice with salted pork and vegetables. Parking is convenient, and the prices are very reasonable. I will definitely come back again!“

“Overall Good & Reasonable Price“

“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!“

“Warm, inviting hole in the wall kinda place. Their food always hits the spot. We’ve been here many times and never had a bad experience.

Personally I keep coming back for their broth based dishes. They’re so flavorful. Perfect for when you’re feeling under the weather or just want something light.

The guy at the counter is really nice but can have a bit of a problem communicating. Luckily they have a QR code menu that works well. Just don’t request modifications verbally without a translator.“

“Really solid dumpling spot in downtown Walnut Creek. Dumpling Hours has more of a casual, old-school local restaurant vibe, which I personally liked. It is not the kind of place that feels super fancy or overly polished, but that actually made it feel more authentic and comfortable to me.

The food was the best part. The xiao long bao were juicy and flavorful, and I really enjoyed the larger dumplings as well. They were filling without feeling too heavy, and they had that satisfying handmade dumpling texture. One dish that stood out more than I expected was the wood ear mushroom salad. It was fresh, light, and had a nice texture that balanced really well with the dumplings.

Service was pretty typical for a busy dim sum-style restaurant: straightforward, quick, and not overly chatty, but totally fine for the type of place it is. I actually don’t mind that when the food comes out hot and the meal moves smoothly.

Overall, I liked the local feel of the restaurant and would definitely come back when I’m in the mood for xiao long bao and dumplings. It is a nice option to have in Walnut Creek, especially if you want something casual, comforting, and different from the usual downtown restaurant choices.“

“I've always appreciated a restaurant that has the vibe of hard working people who puts quality and service first. This joint has that. It also has authentically tasty meat skewers that I've been trying to hunt down since I left China 30 years ago.

Pricing is reasonable for the quality and quantity you get.“

“I was visitng from kansascity. Loved Large mithai options and paratha keema.“

“Great food. Found this while on a work trip. Pork buns are amazing custard buns has to be one of the most amazing desserts I’ve ever eaten. WOW!!“

“I and my husband took our sons, grandson, sister and brother-in-law to dinner, waiters were pleasant and helpful and the food just so delicious. A member in our group is a retired chef and said it was the best Chinese dinner he had had for a long time. Just clean Chinese cooking done the way it should be, We all agreed. Thank you for making the end of 2023 a delightful experience.“

“Amazing food, the portions are worth the price, the outside area is beautiful and I will always sit outside. The service is pretty good with food taking a few minutes to arrive if the restaurant isn't too busy. The servers are amazing, especially Anthony. He is always very enthusiastic and kind. Best service out there.“

“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!“

“My go-to for Chinese food in Dublin!“

“My wife and I have been dining at Gold Chopsticks for years and we love it. They have an extensive menu and I love trying all the amazing dishes. You could easily get hooked on their Pot Stickers with their homemade sauce, Wor Won Ton Soup, Sweet & Sour Prawns, Combination Fried Rice, Broccoli Beef, etc. And I really don't know how anybody can beat their Black Pepper Beef Sizzling Platter, it is awesome on so many levels!!!“

“Really good food great service great prices“

“Simply the best Chinese food in town! Jessica has been there for years, and it is a family! Her smile and friendliness meets you at the door EVERY TIME. The ambiance is always so welcoming and comforting. The food is absolutely rib sticking good. I must have, a must try, a must keep coming back 💓“

“first time there it's was nice tasty pot got my vote too come back again“

“Delicious sweet and sour tofu, S&S chicken, General Tso’s chicken, and beef with broccoli.“

“服務親切，充滿濃濃的台灣味，而且食物好好吃！推！“

“Great food, Good serving size“

“Great customer service the lady that serve us was nice and polite, the price of the food is reasonable and give good portion the time we went there were not busy so I feel happy about it

Today I went to order take out it was so good the mix veggie with fish and beef chow mein
Love the taste of the food
Food were awesome
Service amazing
Friendly awesome
Atmosphere amazing.

The lady was very nice with good mannerism I can tell the way she greet other and also while I was waiting customers do like the service and give her good tips so recommend that spot parking is good“

“We had very good service. The food we had was also good & its presentation was excellent.

The table & seats were very oriental Asian and fits the nice & pleasant looking decor.

Highly recommended to try at least once when in Dublin or Pleasanton.

May 2nd 2026 Saturday“

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

“We came here more than year ago for family reunion and we all loved the food here, this summer we came back here again for reunion. I love every dished my sister ordered.

The soup is amazing and I got two bowls of it and hope to comeback again next year. But the chef will be retired in few months. If you are in time in this area you better take the chance to enjoy the food here.“

“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.“

“I dont like to give small businesses a hard time, the food was amazing the only issue i have is the consistency of their hot and hour soup, ITS EXTREMELY THICK, I've been to house of dumplings and hong Kong city restaurant in the area, this is thr first time encountering soup being served like this. I hope I can either get a refund on the item or an exchange. None the less everything else was great, just wish I didn't pay 11 bucks for this item“

“We had an incredible dining experience at P.F. Chang's, and it was all thanks to our server, Jason C. From the moment we sat down, Jason was remarkably caring, attentive, and genuinely sweet—he went above and beyond the call of duty to make us feel welcome and valued.

Even though it was near closing time, Jason never made us feel rushed. Instead, he graciously allowed us to stay, relax, and continue our conversation in a warm, unhurried atmosphere. When a minor issue arose with the cream on our dish, Jason handled it with absolute perfection. He apologized sincerely and brought us a complimentary dessert to make things right, demonstrating exceptional pride in his work and customer care.

Jason truly understands what top-tier service looks like. Management material right here—his professionalism, warmth, and hospitality made our night truly delightful. Thank you, Jason!“

“I’ll keep coming back for those chicken katsu 💯“

“I thought about not writing this review because I don’t want yall to blow up my affordable Chinese food spot with amazing food. It’s hard to not want to gate keep this place.

Asia delight is a humble “point point” combo based Chinese food place. Think authentic Panda Express. Super affordable place where you can get a 2 item combo with chow mein/fried rice for $12.49. My go to is Chow mein, Chinese pork bbq, and the black pepper beef. This location appears to be the only one that carries the Chinese pork bbq.

On the side my wife and I split either the salt n pepper fish or chicken wings. A medium gets you about 6-8 pieces of chicken wings. Super solid and they don’t skimp on the amount on anything. So the value is there! Low key is enough to spread out into two meals.

Staff is direct and efficient. Quick with packing up your items and moving it to the cashiers for you to pay out. They have about 4-6 tables inside with chairs/slide in bench’s. Basically a quick spot to grab food and eat or take it to go.“

“What a great dimsum spot! I don't want to drive all the way to SF and I'm glad I don't have to. Service is quick.

My sister brought us here after she surprised my mom for mother's day. Now that we were in town, she had to bring us over.

The food portions are good, selection options are vast, and they made my favorite item to perfection. They even have roasted duck and it was cooked well!

Our cups were never empty with water and wait staff work cohesively.“

“Good food , great staff“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“I highly recommend Clouddish for having authentic Chinese food. It’s a tasty delight and a treat to the palette. I enjoyed the high quality rice noodle and effort that is put into soup base.

The deserts are unique and nothing you can find at other restaurants.“

“I absolutely love this place! The food is authentic and flavor is on point! The workers are friendly. I highly recommend this Chinese Restaurant!“

“Had a great dining experience at Hao Kee in Castro Valley! The food was authentic, flavorful, and reasonably priced. We especially enjoyed the BBQ meats, crispy fried chicken, and the Hainan chicken — everything was fresh and cooked perfectly. The portions were generous, and the menu offered a wide variety of traditional Cantonese dishes.

The staff was friendly and attentive, and the service was quick even during busy hours. If you’re looking for delicious Chinese comfort food and excellent BBQ specialties, Hao Kee is definitely worth a visit. We will be coming back to try more dishes!

Highly recommended!“

“First time here! We picked up the chicken fried rice, and as a pretty picky eater, I have to say I absolutely loved it! The fried rice was perfect and so flavorful. We definitely want to come back, dine in, enjoy the full experience, and try some of the other items on the menu. Highly recommend!“

“My kids, 9 and 7, first time having dim sum and they absolutely loved it. Living with a peanut allergy since birth has limited our dinning experiences with Asian cuisine. The young lady at the counter was very helpful in helping us try out the menu. We will absolutely return.“

“Best wonton soup outside of Oakland. Love that I can get good dim sum and Walnut Creek too. It's delicious for takeout as well as sharing lots of different things with friends while dining in person. So glad you are here in Walnut Creek!“

“Alamo Palace has been my favorite Chinese restaurant for over 30 years. The food has always been consistently delicious, the portions are generous, and the staff makes you feel like family every time you walk in.

What I love most is that it’s a small family-run business that truly cares about their customers and the local community. In a world full of chain restaurants, places like this are special and deserve support. You can tell they take pride in what they do, and that’s probably why they’ve had loyal customers like me for decades.

If you’re looking for authentic, consistently great Chinese food with friendly service and a hometown feel, this is the spot. Highly recommend supporting this local gem!“

“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.“