50 Best Chinese Restaurants in Sacramento

“If you were thinking of ordering Chinese food from your local orange chicken mill, please don't. It is difficult to find an amazing restaurant in the turgid swamp of modern Chinese victuals, and I'm very pleased to say this is one. Avoid any buffet-style offerings, and enjoy an authentic Sacramento experience at Frank Fat's.

From the moment their concierge took our vehicle away from our meager, hungry hands--to the moment our server, Luis, held the door for us on our way out--my grandmother and I had a fantastic evening we won't soon forget. She has been coming to this Sacramento hotspot since the year after it opened. (They opened in 1939)

Luis, our server, was amazing. It was my first time in the restaurant, despite my grandmother's incorrigible tenure. Luis explained to the both of us the exquisite delicacies we were soon to enjoy, and also a few that I will have to return and sample on a later occasion. We ordered the half Peking duck, the honey walnut prawns, and the delectably spicy Singapore rice noodles. It was absolutely to die for. Turns out you make a saucy little taco out of the rice buns that come with the duck. It was absolutely more awesome than I could ever describe.

We've all had honey walnut shrimp right? No, you haven't. I hate to gatekeep like that, but unless you've had this one, you legitimately haven't had the proper dish.

Right as we were winding up, and as I thought bursting my stomach open in a public place would be worth it just to taste the amazing food for a moment longer, Luis brought us a special gift: a slice of their famous banana pie. Now, although my grandma says it's different every time (she's been going for 84 years, anyone know a solid banana pie supplier?) she did say it was one of the best she has ever had. If I hadn't had the need to escort my toddling grandmother out of the restaurant as she used to do for me at Charles Cheddar's Fun Factory and the like, I would have crammed nearly that entire slice of pie in my face. I had to resign the majority to my grandmother, despite it being a sacrificial offering for my first time in the establishment.

It took like, I don't know, 3-5 minutes between when Luis dropped off our check, to when he was holding the door open for us as we left the restaurant. How was he not there and then suddenly there?? He was like Batman. My grandma has to hold on to me and we kind of have to do ballet to get through narrow spots and doorways without her loosing her balance, so this was a godsend in itself. If the service up until this point hadn't been amazing already, this would have secured Frank Fat's a spot in my heart.

Thank you, Luis, you rock. Managers you better read this and give that dude a raise. I'm serious, I'll come back and ask about it; I don't wanna be a Karen, but I will for Luis. I'm just joking, but really. Guys. Recognize that man's amazing service. In fact, everyone there was absolutely amazing. Our busboy or whatever his job title is got my grandma her coffee order, and I could tell that's not really his gig. But, she got it as fast as an amazing coffee could be brewed and delivered. Thanks dude, wish I got his name.

I hope I got Luis' name right. Oh jeez. Ohhh jeez.

I had my leftovers and got the inspiration to write this. Full disclosure here: I've never felt more free and loose. A meal here might help your marriage. Idk, I'm not a doctor, and I went with my grandma.

Frank I'm guessing is no longer with us, wild assumption (85 years), but my oh my if he didn't birth the most amazing Chinese food restaurant I've ever been to, then I'll be a Peking duck.“

“If you’re looking for authentic Chinese food and restaurant, then this is the place for you. Service was great! Very attentive and quick. Lots of options to choose from. Food was very good too. Will definitely be back. Lots of parking available too.“

“As a hotpot lover, I could never fine a better place in Sac then Grand Hotpot Lounge. I visited this place 4th time in a month. The happy hour option is just the BEST! If you like AYCE and great options with hotpot then you can’t miss it out. Definitely will come back with more friends.“

“Came for dinner one day. Casual dumpling restaurant.

Food was generally good. A lot of strong and savory flavors.

Enjoyed the beef roll the most! The meat inside was tender and juicy, while the wrapping was crispy and flaky.“

“My husband and I are newer to the Sacramento area so we haven’t found too many go-to spots yet. We wanted Chinese food and so I looked up places around us and this one had really good reviews. It was about 20 minutes from where we live. The staff was very very friendly, they checked in with us and asked if we needed anything as we ate. We got two different combination plates and a side of potstickers. The plates come with whatever main item you choose and pork fried rice and chicken chow mein unless you tell them otherwise. The plates were pretty packed, the food was hot/fresh and it was very delicious. The potstickers are fried but not overly crunchy which we like. Very good and affordable compared to other places we looked at. The only downside is there is no restroom and nowhere to go in that little plaza and it smelt like someone was smoking cigarettes in the back. Other than that, it was a great first time experience and we will definitely come back!“

“Their food is the Bomb, my favorite is house fried rice with extra shrimp and cream cheese wontons… I’m pretty sure the rest of the food is good…. The service is superb and they give you enough food to share… 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌. My rating is 5 + 5“

“Every time you come to or pass by Sacramento, you must come to this famous "OLD GUI LINE" Rice noodles shop in Beiwan to eat a big bowl! The boss is a conscientious businessman. Each bowl of Rice noodles is served with two kinds of meat and soup. Customers can add about 10 kinds of seasonings at will. The key is free of tips! No tips! Each person can eat very full for $15 (including tax), making every guest satisfied. Merchants must be given full marks!“

“If you're looking for a place to enjoy delicious and reasonably priced Chinese dim sum, this is a hidden gem you must visit. The dim sum is impressive, featuring classics like har gow, siu mai, and char siu bao, all made with fresh ingredients and bursting with authentic flavors.

The prices are wallet-friendly, making it easy to indulge in multiple dishes without breaking the bank. Each bite reflects the care and expertise of the kitchen staff, elevating even the simplest dishes into something memorable.

The restaurant's atmosphere is warm and welcoming, complemented by a team of attentive and friendly staff who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience. Whether you're a dim sum enthusiast or a first-timer, they'll happily guide you through the menu.

Overall, Yi Long Dumpling combines great food, affordability, and excellent service into an experience you’ll want to repeat. Be sure to stop by on the weekend to enjoy those freshly baked buns! Highly recommended!“

“What a great concept!
The flavor is top notch and authentic.
The staff here are just simply amazing!
Restaurant like this will simply put all the restaurants that branding themselves as healthy, trendy, convenient, affordable to shame. Plus it’s just super delicious!“

“Love this place. You get so much food that you will have left overs the next day. So good.“

“Friday, 10/25/2024 - Tried "Pho Viet Anh" for dinner for the 1st time. Address is 9529 Folsom Blvd A, Sacramento, CA 95827. They have a nice medium parking lot. We found parking right away. Domino's Pizza is in the front of the building and they are towards the back. Upon arrival....

Pros
1) There was no wait. We seated ourself.
2) the waiter was very nice and patient with us. He let us review the online menu.
3) they didn't provide any hard copy menu. You have to scan the QR code for the menu. It's located on the table.
4) we got the strawberry Lemonade drink ($5.00). It was very tart. A little hard to drink. But we dranked it.
5) We got the large combo pho ($17.00) with the greens on the side. The broth was good. We didn't need to put any of the sauce condiments into the pho broth. We just ate it as is.
6) we got the chicken viet sandwich ($10.20). Sandwich was really good. But watch out. The jalapeño is super spicey. We removed a few jalapeño and the made it less spicey.
7) water tasted good. No funky or metal taste.
8) clean. Our table, chairs, utensils plates, bowls, cups looked clean.
9) they did check on our table to make sure all was good and if we needed anything else.

Cons
1) the menu is small. not much to choose from. But it makes it easier to pick something to eat.

Conclusion
We liked this restaurant. Customer service was great. Food menu is small, but perfect. Made it easier to pick something quickly. Pho was delicious. Chicken viet sandwich was great. Parking was easy. We didn't have any wait time. We'd go here again.“

“Absolutely delicious. I would have a picture but my fat ass smacked up the food so fast I couldn't take a picture. Great price had a nice little lunch for two for about 20. The staff is very sweet. Definitely coming back and going to try the rest of the menu.“

“Authentic and delicious Chinese cuisine. Staff are friendly, food is good and prices are reasonable. Definitely a go-to for when the need for some delicious general chicken or fried rice is required.They have ample seating room and tables are low enough to support wheelchairs.“

“The noodle soup is good. Definitely unique with the crispy fatty pork and fried peanuts. I never had Guilin rice noodle before, so it didn’t have the same nostalgia points for me.

3star for the service. It was fast, but the waitress was a grumpy.

Place is packed with Chinese patrons, loud with people talking, and one guy was eating while watching a show on his cellphone with volume turned up.“

“This is still my go to place for Vietnamese and Chinese food. It's not the number 1 taste spot but pretty good still. For me it's the best value. Come here pretty consistently for the pho, fat noodle stir fry and salt and pepper chicken. Always hot the spot!“

“Truly awesome food. Don't let the outside deter you.

I've been coming here for years. The owner, Tony, is a great guy, and makes great food. I recommend the Orange Chicken if you like the crispy sweet/sour/spicy kind of chicken.

Call ahead and place an order. It's takeout only.“

“The pan fried pork dumpling with the house sauce is great and the wrapper is made in house. The cream cheese wontons are not my cup of tea because of the onions in them. Overall would come here again! 12 dumplings for $9 and the dumplings are a good size too.“

“Lovely owner and great place to go with family!“

“First time coming to this place, I’m so glad that they opened in Sacramento as I’m always craving for some Chinese local food such as skewers and spicy food 🥘. Price is reasonable to me that they currently have discount for students and those who shared the their promotion flyer on social media. Must try: lamb / pork belly with mushrooms/ oyster/ pancakes/ rice noodles and dumplings 🥟. Will come back soon:) good luck on your new business 🤗“

“Corner store. Family owned & operated. Foods always amazing.

Parking: It's next to a school so it can be crowded

Kid-friendliness: Family corner store for take out only.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes.“

“Best seafood restaurant to eat at“

“This is a cozy little Chinese restaurant that has incredible food. Best Orange chicken, Beef fried rice, and Wonton Soup. It’s a great location for casual dining. Prices are reasonable. Staff is attentive and efficient. My husband and I highly recommend. Looking forward to coming back.“

“I went here to order their cheung fun. They have shrimp and chive rice rolls, which is my favorite dim sum item, but you have the option to add eggs! It was delicious and I got a lot of food for how much I paid for one. The rice roll had thin layers and it was so good. I drove from Reno to try this and I was not disappointed. ? ?“

“Jade Foundation Cafe is a restaurant known by almost all Chinese in Sacramento. They are one of the best wonton noodle soup restaurants. They are famous for their wontons and dumplings with or without the noodles. The beef stew and pig feet are also my favorite dishes there too. They also have many yummy Chinese dishes, and porridge is also available. The service is fast and attentive.

Parking: The parking lot is very tiny and shared with many businesses and restaurants. Street parking is available but also hard to get.

Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant is wheelchair friendly“

“I enjoy the food very much. Sometimes I make special requests (no salt) and they are very great about accommodating me. Delivery is always curious and polite. The location is perfect if I choose to walk to the restaurant🙃“

“Always try to come here whenever I'm in the area. Sometimes they are closed and get depressed. Amazing food and tastes authentic. Fresh ingredients and friendly owners. Great place❤️

Vegetarian options: There is vegetarian options. You can even request vegetarian versions of original dishes.

Kid-friendliness: Is kid friendly.

Parking: Free parking, but try to be quicks because Sac PD like to give parking tickets on competitive parking areas like Broadway.“

“It was my first time having dinner at Gold Coast Cuisine inside one of their karaoke rooms last night. The room is very comfortable with music videos while enjoying our yummy dinner. All the dishes we have are very fresh and delicious. The service is excellent as well. The karaoke system is great. We have fun after the delicious meal.

Vegetarian options: Good selection of vegetarian menu

Parking: Although the parking lot is busy, many spaces are available within a short walk.

Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant is wheelchair friendly“

“I love love this place food is delicious and the people are great everyone is friendly and they give you lots of food I've been eating here for like 10 years“

“I came here specifically to eat at this restaurant on my way back from Lassen. It tastes delicious, has generous portions, and is reasonably priced. The claypot rice with pork ribs and roasted meat is delicious, as are the beef tenderloin with assorted mushrooms and chicken in roasted sauce. It's better than the Cantonese food touted in some eastern US cities.“

“I been coming here for years. I love ordering from the Lunch Specials Monday through Saturday 11:00AM to 3:00PM. I love #1 Sweet & Sour pork served with Pork Fried Rice & Pork Chow Mein. I always order to go the Chow Fun- Chicken Chow Fun-"Dry" so good. This is one of my favorite restaurants. Tell a friend a co-worker and family this one of the best restaurant's to go too ❤️ 👍“

“Alhamdulilah good food and friendly staff“

“Love this place. Been going since early 90s. Moved to North Carolina back in 2001 and yes I shipped C for four to north carolina. Worth every penny. Coming back to Sac this week for vacation. Always a place I go when visiting. In the south everybody talks about soul food. It's good and all but this is truly my soul food.“

“One of my favorite Chinese comfort foods. I started coming in 1986. I haven't been here in 7 years. Scrambled eggs with BBQ pork and veggies over rice Hoisen sauce Blend chili oil, soy sauce and hot mustard and then drench the plate.“

“This is our family canteen, serving authentic Chinese food. Whenever we don't feel like cooking dinner, we come here to eat. The owner is very welcoming, the service is excellent, and the food is very clean. Highly recommend this place for its great taste and affordability!“

“Kai was my server. First of all, this restaurants veggies are crisps, tasty, and just great tasting vegetables. Man, oh man, we ate the family meal deal, and it was super filling. Yous hear me!
No soggy food, no soggy veggies, great service, and KAI was phenomenal as a server! Boom, Bam, AWESOMENESS all around! Plus, the price was right for being in California and all!!!!!“

“Simply good food and dining in with a good atmosphere!!!!“

“I was waiting on a late flight and happened to fall right upon this place The owner (bar tender) is absolutely delightful. The whole crowd made me feel right at home. I will recommend this to everyone, when we are in Sacramento!“

“Good and authentic Hunan restaurant. Admittedly it would be difficult to know what to order if you aren't Chinese, but the typical Cantonese dishes won't be the best here.

However the Hunan dishes are great. The Sichuan dishes are also around the best in the Sacramento area, but nowhere near the best Sichuan restaurants I've been to. However, great spices and flavors overall.“

“Why do the serve spaghetti at a Chinese restaurant? It taste good though. Smothered in cheese. I think the sauce is sweet and sour sauce. Happy hour drinks take forever to prepare and service needs work. Minus one star. Try the giant pork leg too.“

“Very good.“

“One of my favorite local restaurants. Always great service and yummy food! Been coming here for a few years now as I used to live in Rosemont. I moved about half an hour away now but I still meet my mom here every couple months. Worth checking out.

Vegetarian options: My family is vegan. I am vegetarian. There's enough options in the vegetable and tofu sections to have a variety of dishes for family style. Also I adore the vegetable tofu soup.

Parking: A few spots directly in front of Jade Garden and it's tucked into a big strip mall so worst case you can park 20 yards away. Plenty of space.“

“I came over via bus on the way back home from university, decided to drop by to eat the lunch special with Mongolian beef and chow mien. Bill came out to twenty (fifteen with the special + hot tea, five dollar tip). The beef and chow mien were alright, they were nothing special but there was an degree of flavor with the way the sauce and chili coated the beef and kneaded in with the (meatless) chow mien section. At the time of my visit, this place has the hallmarks of an 1980s holdover Chinese restaurant joint, with paper posters, gold-leaf printed olive carpet, plastic ivy, and those good ol, chunky chopsticks, cool natural lighting and ceramic plates.“

“My wife and I stopped here after being in the area for shopping and it was the Best chinese ive had im years the fried rice was great and the chow mein had the best garlicy pan fried flavored noodles i also really loved the salt and pepper shrimp . The service was great the atmosphere was nice and quiet and food taste like good old school flavored chinese i had alot of leftovers and took them home to my Duaghter and she fell in love“

“Been going here since I was a kid 80s 90s and now. Never disappoints.
I strongly recommend the honey walnut prawns lunch.
Comes with the soup of the day and a egg roll nice and hot and crispy

Parking: About 15 spaces available“

“My friend told me that the New China Restaurant in the Pocket Area is under new management, and they have new menus and new chefs. We decided to have our dinner there last night.I found out they have a new sign at the front door, and the dining room is completely remodeled. The dining room is brand new and comfortable.They have new menus, including many Hong Kong-style yummy dishes and drinks. Some sections listed are coming soon. I can't wait to see more delicious items added to their menu in the near future.All the dishes we get are so good, and we have excellent services. New China is my favorite restaurant in Sacramento now!

Parking: They have more parking space in the parking lot with a short walk if the parking in front of the restaurant is full.

Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant is wheelchair friendly“

“I think they have the best chow mein in town. And they make really good hamburgers (and perfect fries) for less than any of our local chain store/fast food places.Their broccoli beef is super yummy too. So to their fried rice. I haven't tried much else from their extensive menu but I suppose I should because I like all their food that I have tried. I am also very sensitive to MSG and have never ever gotten a headache after eating their food; and I react quickly and painfully to even a trace of that stuff in my food.
This is a take-out location. There is no seating for eating there, but they are fast with any order. Call your order in and it'll be ready when you get there.“

“Excellent quality and flavor. We ordered Siu mai, steamed pork and soup dumplings, but the real stars were the shrimp and pea shoot dumplings. I was definitely surprised about this location at a ghost kitchen and food pick up spot located in the north downtown area. Be aware that this is a automated/screen order venue that only accepts mobile payments and no cash.“

“AMAZING portion size, quality and food!! The salt and pepper fish was divine. The crunchy outer layer and the beautiful, flavorful tender texture on the inside is everything!! They were so kind to call and confirm my order when I added a special request.“

“So far so GOOD! I will be back to try more!So far I have been there probably 10 more times. Consistently yummy, delicious hot food and a ton of it. I ordered two lunch specials it fed 4 people for lunch! I wish this was my neighborhood restaurant!! GREAT PRICES ALSO!!“

“Wings restaurant is such a great place to eat, I came in almost closing time and the young gentleman who took my order was such a good sport about taking my huge order ... For one,.. one person... He made me feel comfortable as well as welcoming to ask "how many days will all this food last... One person? He chuckled and responded with" alot of days." That's the plan I said in return. Lol ... Great place to get some amazing mouth watering grub for the soul.. well and my thighs. Lol

Parking: I am not too fond of downtown Sacramento but this is right off of J Street and it was so easy to get to that location“