20 Best Chinese Restaurants in Berkeley

Great China Chinese • $$
2190 Bancroft Way, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Peking Duck with Pancakes
Zhen Jiang Spareribs
Sweet and Sour Pork
Honey Walnut Prawns
Pork Dumplings
Walnut Shrimp
Mongolian Beef
Double Skin
Fried Rice
Chow Mein

“GC gets docked a star for two reasons: 1) limited access because the line is so long (reservations are only taken for parties of 6+) and 2) the kung pao chicken is disappointing. As an institution, GC has been the best Chinese food in the area for decades. It was once so small you could shoot an arrow from the front door to the back wall. Its corner spot now on Oxford & Bancroft is massive in comparison, so now more people can wait to get in. The space is modern and bright, but the food is thankfully not fusion or fanciful. The food is exactly what it says on the door: Great China. From the plump (but crisped-skin) potstickers to the mu shu pork to the spicy green beans to the Peking duck, it is deliciously predictable. When I order ma po tofu, I know I'm going to get silken cubes of tofu in a thickened shiny spicy red sauce with ground pork in perfect proportion. Service is as friendly as Chinese gets and effortlessly efficient and fast. Parking sucks; it's downtown Berkeley, people. But if my San Fran friends long to come here, you know it's worth the hassle.“

4.4 Superb158 Reviews
Royal Rangoon Burmese • $$
2826 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Ohnoh Kawt SWE Coconut Noodle Soup
Rangoon Lemongrass Chicken
Chicken & Shrimp Biryani
Rangoon Chicken Curry
Samosas Vegetarian
Basil Chili Lamb
Rangoon Noodles
Sesame Chicken
Tea Leaf Salad
Coconut Rice

“This wonderful gem always feels like home and has very interesting and healthy food. The Tea Salad has been a big draw for over 10 years. The lamb curry is exquisite. All of the staff are heartfelt and pure. Try this restaurant and have a Chai tea or glass of wine ? as well.“

4.8 Superb32 Reviews
Long Life Vegi House Vegetarian • $
1725 University Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Hot and Sour Soup of the Day
Eggplant Tofu Lunch Special
Green Onion Pancakes
Pot Stickers
Spring Rolls

“I like the sizzling rice soup with extra broccoli. Too many good options to recommend off the lunch menu. The lunch includes a cup of hot n sour soup plus a vegan egg roll and rice. The general Tso's chicken tastes a little better when it cools down. I also like the mushu vegetables with tofu instead of eggs.“

4.4 Superb43 Reviews
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Pho Le Vietnamese • $
1301 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Special Combo Beef Rice Noodle Soup
House Special Dumplings
Beef Soup
Pho

“We came here for dinner and had a good experience. We ordered a Thai iced tea, special combo beef noodle soup, spicy beef noodle soup, and dry stir fried beef chow fun. Everything was delicious, and the service was quick and attentive. The prices are reasonable and the portions are large. Overall a good experience!“

4.4 Superb42 Reviews
Noodles Fresh | Berkeley CA Chinese Cuisine Chinese • $
2430 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Noodles Stir Fry
Jiangxi Noodle Salad
Hainan Curry Chicken
Hainan Chicken
Taiwan Beef
Beef Soup
Pot

“Sat down and had food in front of me literally within 5 minutes - I came on a weekday late afternoon so definitely not typical meal times, but WOW that was fast and delicious. Lots of vegetarian options, my soup was delicious + I was there at the right time for lunch happy hour prices!“

4.2 Good98 Reviews
King Yen Chinese • $$
2995 College Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

House Special Chow Mein Hong Kong Style
Sizzling Rice Soup
Hot and Sour Soup
Mongolia Shrimp
Mongolian Beef
Szechuan Beef
Potstickers
Mu Shu Pork

“This is one of the best Chinese restaurants I've been to. I come here from the East Bay to eat their food. The chicken is always delicious and not a cheap chewy chicken. I've ordered many other things on their menu and it's always good. The service is fast and friendly. The ambiance seems formal but is casual.“

4.2 Good67 Reviews
Da Lian Restaurant Chinese • $
1674 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Noodles with Pork Brisket
Spicy Beef Noodle Soup
Hand Pull Noodles
Hot and Sour Soup
Seafood Claypot
Beef Chow Mein
Sesame Bread
Salt

“Happened to pass by this while walking around; so glad I discovered it! I plan to go back soon! I went there for lunch; ordered the dry sautéed string beans with tofu as a lunch combo so it included salad and rice. The flavor was great and the portions are just right.“

4.3 Superb34 Reviews
Kirin Chinese Restaurant And Cocktail Bar Chinese • $$
1767 Solano Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Kirin Beef and Sesame Chicken
Shanghai Garlic Noodles
Sizzling Rice Soup
Honey Walnut Prawns
Steamed Dumplings
Hot and Sour Soup
Kung Pao Chicken
Manchurian Beef
Tan Tan Noodles
Crispy Calamari

“Our pastor introduced us to this place. Since then, we have been here for dates and group events. We also ordered take out delivery. Each time, the food has been served hot, fresh, and tastes good. Good portion sizes. Customer service is good. Would ho again.“

4.2 Good36 Reviews
M & S Kitchen Chinese • $
6336 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Sweet and Sour Chicken
Shrimp Fried Rice

“Decided to try a new spot. This place is good. The guy working was super cool too. Did not go light on the shrimps either (I already ate a bunch before I took the pic lol) didn’t look like there was anywhere to sit so assuming take out only.“

4.3 Superb15 Reviews
T C Garden Restaurant Chinese • $
2507 Hearst Ave, Berkeley

“Delicious food, generous portions, and kind staff! I’ve been addicted to their orange chicken and Lo mein - the chicken is crispy, has a lovely citrus taste because they add fresh orange slices, and the noodles aren’t overcooked or oily. The sweet and sour soup side is great too! Great to come here, especially as a student.“

3.9 Good8 Reviews
Bao Dim To Go 包点厨房 Chinese • $
2125 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley
3.9 Good10 Reviews
Chengdu Style Restaurant Chinese • $$
2600 Bancroft Way, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Crispy Fried Chicken and Eggplant in Garlic Sauce
Steamed Sliced Fish with Ball Pepper
Boiled Sliced Fish in Hot Sauce
Eggplant with Garlic Sauce
Yangchow Fried Rice
Toothpick Lamb
Tan Tan Noodles
Sichuan Maocai
Fish Boiled

“A delightful Chengdu-style restaurant! From warm hospitality to authentic Sichuan dishes bursting with flavor, every moment was a joy. The Sichuan maocai, sichuan boiled fish and Mapo Tofu were highlights, accompanied by impeccable service. A must-visit gem for spicy cuisine lovers!“

3.9 Good55 Reviews
Dumpling Time Dumplings • $$
1795 Fourth St, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp & Pork Siu Mai Zhu Rou Shao Mai
Crispy Sesame Tofu Squares Zha Dou Fu
Garlicky Green Beans Da Suan Qing Dou
Beijing Noodles Zha Jiang Mian
Beet Buns with Taro Filling
BBQ Pork Bao Cha Shao Bao
xlb Zhu Rou Xiao Long Bao
Chicken Gyoza Dumplings
Xiao Long Bao Tom Yum
Sweet and Sour Wings

“Excellent dumpling place located in the heart of West berkeley, good selection of dumplings including some of my favorites like pan-seared pork buns and Szechuan noodles. It's a place that they stay open a little later than most of the dim sum spots in the east bay. Note. This is not a cheap dim sum place and all the stuff leans towards the more expensive.“

3.9 Good58 Reviews
隆江猪脚饭 Long Jiang Pork Knuckle Chinese • $
2125 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley
3.8 Good11 Reviews
Camille Restaurant Vietnamese • $
2507 Hearst Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

L to R Spicy Cumin Noodles and Hot Pot
Eggplant Tofu over Rice
Oxtail Noodle Soup
Noodles in Soup
Style Seafood
Crispy Fish
Spicy Beef

“I look forward to visits to Berkeley and my lunches at Camille Restaurant.I noticed improvements in service and quality of the food with the new management.I enjoy the many menu options and have not been disappointed with any of my selections.“

3.8 Good19 Reviews
Chang Luong Restaurant Chinese • $$
2517 Durant Ave, Berkeley

“I have to say it is one of the best crispy fried pork with sauce(溜肉段) I tried. I don’t mind the service. The owner is a interesting guy. I first asked if it is (authentic) north-eastern cuisine, because the owner is speaking southern accent. The owner is super impatient and asked me to the name of the restaurant. He also keeps complaining he is too tired. Anyway, would definitely come again.“

3.7 Good19 Reviews
Pho Tasty Vietnamese • $
2101 Milvia St, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Filet Mignon & Fat Brisket Pho
Wor Wonton Soup
Egg Roll
Pho Bo

“Looking for some good ole Noodle Soup comfort food and read the reviews about this place so thought I'd try it... I got the Wonton Noodle Soup with Egg Noodles. It came with a very generous amount of Shrimp & Pork Wontons with Sliced BBQ Pork on top with Bok Choy. De-lish!!!!! I also order the Egg Rolls but for $14 for 5 which came out to roughly $2.80 each and I thought it a bit pricey (maybe because I did a delivery order) but they were good! Over all this place is a little more pricier than other Vietnamese/Pho restaurants but the quality of food is superior! This place is definitely on my repeat list!“

3.8 Good56 Reviews
Chen's Garden Chinese • $
1818 Alcatraz Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings
Singapore Style Chow Mei Fun
BBQ Pork with Egg over Rice
House Special Fried Rice
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Chicken Fried Rice
Shrimp Fried Rice
Orange Chicken
Beef Chow Fun

“Whoa! They have fish maw soup! I'm not used to seeing these kinds of ingredients outside of Chinatowns. I was so happy! The salt and pepper tofu was perfect--crispy on the outside and blisteringly hot on the inside. It wasn't too salty, either. The green beans were crunchy and delicious. My kid couldn't get enough of the seafood and tofu soup, which had some of the wispy bits of egg like egg drop soup except, you know, not dyed yellow. Food was copious for the price. Looking forward to going back!Earlier, we had the pan fried noodles as a pick-up order and the person on the phone asked if we'd be eating it right away or if we'd be eating it later, so she'd pack it accordingly. We said we'd be eating it later so she put the sauce into a container separate from the pan fried noodles. This was thoughtful, since it ended up being perfectly crispy with the right amount of chewiness when we put it together later.I really appreciated all the bok choy in the noodles. I'm tired of places that put in a ton of waxy white cabbage and carrots as filler. The number of shrimp wasn't skimpy, and they were juicy and big, not those sad wee ones. I'm looking forward to coming back to try more things!Google "Chinese restaurants 3.5 rule" if you get a chance.“

3.7 Good36 Reviews
Tanghuo Kungfu Hot Pot • $$
2041 University Ave, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Signature Spicy Hot Pot

“Tried this place on a whim one night and was really pleasantly surprised! I love the style of personal hot pot when you get to pick all your own ingredients, but it had been a really long time since I've found one near me. I loved this place! All the ingredients were so fresh and they were very quick after we gave it to them. It was also fairly priced in comparison to Berkeley prices - it's $16 per pound and mine ended up being around $18.50. I thought it was well worth for the quick service, great food, and comforting, cozy atmosphere.“

3.5 Good16 Reviews
眷湘Easterly Berkeley Chinese • $$
2142 Center St, Berkeley

Customers` Favorites

Mongolian Beef
Fried Rice

“Really good flavors (a bit too salty) and authentic Hunan cuisine (meaning some chicken dishes will have the chicken chopped up, bone-in, skin on; the shrimp might be unpeeled and heads on; mild is still pretty spicy; organ dishes, etc.). If you are looking to get a flavor of authentic Hunan food, this is the place; if you are looking for American Chinese food you might be disappointed.“

3.7 Good47 Reviews