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    4.0 (2.7k reviews)
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    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:30 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Tiffany S.

    Finally had the chance to try their Peking duck- and it lives up to the hype! Usually duck is so fatty, and there's so much bone to sift though- but this is beautifully presented. Duck meat so tender and firm. No bones at all! Also ordered the mung bean noodle appetizer- wasabi forward, found this refreshing! Also ordered the thrice cooked pork and it was so flavorful and tender. Also had the ants on a log noodle seafood dish. The noodle/ seafood dish was the only dish I thought was just ok - will come back to try other things on the menu! Overall, this restaurant exceeded my expectations- and now understand why they have so much hype! The cook has been here for over 40 years- so they're doing something right. Loved our server- he's so Bay Area! He had a gigantic lighter in his pocket of bad boys that he showed us and we loved his personality. Definitely a place where you have nice dinners, celebrations, and a great place to take folks if they're from out of town

    Green beans
    Loella D.

    Glad I finally got to try! Came around 11am and got seated immediately. Large portions and friendly service. Chow mein and green beans are amazing. The tofu was a bit greasy for my liking. Everything seemed made to order and not too salty or spicy (wish it was spicier actually). I had a good experience and I'll be back!

    Karen r.

    If you come to this restaurant, and I highly recommend you do, keep in mind it is very popular and there will be a wait. The only question is how long. We were expecting to wait a long time, but we got there before it opened on a Sunday, and only waited about 10 minutes. We felt very lucky! We came here in a big group, which is definitely the way to do it because you can get a variety of dishes. Everything was absolutely delicious! The Peking duck was our favorite. But we also liked many other dishes. The only dish that I would say was not fantastic was a fried rice, but that could be just my taste, because someone else actually liked it. This is a really terrific place to come with a group for delicious Chinese food. Highly, highly recommend.

    Rucha S.

    Visited Great China on a Saturday evening around 7:30 pm. As expected, the place was packed, and we were quoted a 30-45 minute wait. Surprisingly, we were seated in about 15 minutes, which was appreciated. Menus were brought promptly, and service throughout the meal was quick and friendly. We ordered the spring rolls, black bean tofu, and ginger scallion fish fillet. The spring rolls were crispy and generously filled, but the filling noticeably lacked salt, which made them fall flat. The chili oil served alongside tasted old and was essentially plain oil with just a hint of chili, offering little depth or heat. The black bean tofu was bland and underwhelming, lacking the bold, savory flavor typically expected from the dish. The ginger scallion fish fillet was decent--the sauce itself had good flavor--but the portion of sauce was too small, so overall the dish felt muted and incomplete. While the staff was friendly and efficient and the restaurant clearly has strong demand, the food itself was just okay and didn't live up to the hype or the wait. Overall, solid service, but the flavors were disappointing given Great China's reputation.

    Pot stickers
    Sharon S.

    We don't typically go across the bay to eat but Great China is one of those places we make the exception for. I was able to get reservations for seven of us on a Sunday night. Although the restaurant is in a big space, this place gets super busy and packed. Making reservations is the best way to go. My kids only wanted the Peking duck and insisted we order two whole ducks for seven of us. I thought this was a bit overambitious but know better to never to underestimate my kids. In addition to the duck, we also ordered a pot sticker, salt and pepper calamari, Mongolian beef, ant climbed the tree (glass noodles with shrimp, peppers, mushrooms, water chestnuts), Chinese string beans and fermented bean curd Ong choy. Everything was delicious and we ate all of the duck and most of the rest of the dishes! Our only regret is we forgot to ask for the duck carcasses to take home for jook or soup. Yes, Great China will give you the carcasses if requested post-dinner. Parking can be challenging nearby as the location is close the the Cal campus, but there is a small, paid parking lot across the street.

    Fried Rice
    Martha G.

    We came on a Sunday around 7 PM and were quoted a 15-20 minute wait, but we were seated in about 10 minutes, which was a nice. We wanted to sample a variety of dishes, so we ordered quite a bit: chicken chow mein, chicken fried rice, Mandarin wings, Kung Pao chicken, beef & broccoli, hot & sour soup, salt and pepper prawns, and pork dumplings. The portions are definitely generous. Food: Pork Dumplings: Flavorful and tasty, though I wish they came with more dipping sauce. Hot & Sour Soup: One of the standouts of the night--super flavorful, comforting, and perfect for chilly weather. Chicken Chow Mein: A bit overcooked on the noodles but still flavorful. Fried Rice: Nice and salty (in a good way!) and paired well with the proteins when we finally got the rice (it came last). Kung Pao Chicken & Beef & Broccoli: Both were flavorful and solid overall. Mandarin Wings: Good addition to the mix. Salt and pepper prawns: another standout dish. Service: This is where the experience was mixed. Our dishes came out very spaced apart--sometimes 20+ minutes between plates. It made it hard to enjoy the mains together with the rice or chow mein because things would either get cold or we'd finish one dish long before the next arrived. Our server also wasn't very attentive, and she repeatedly discouraged us from ordering as much as we did. I explained we wanted variety and leftovers, but she pushed back a couple of times. Maybe she was just trying to let us know the portions are large (which they are), but it came off a bit odd. On the flip side, one of the staff members bringing out dishes--possibly a busser--was actually more attentive and helpful than our main server. Overall: 3.5/5 The food is delicious, portions are generous, and the wait time was better than expected but this place is pricey compared to other Chinese restaurants. The pacing of dishes and uneven service kept it from being perfect, but I'd still come back--especially for that hot & sour soup.

    Pork Dumplings
    Amber L.

    We've eaten at a few Bib Gourmands in the past and we mean it when we say it: this place deserves a star. We had a reservation and the place was so packed it had a line around the block at the opening for dinner service. The wait was about 15-20 minutes from when they opened as they were working quickly to get everyone seated and setup. We were seated at their family sized tables in the back and the service was fantastic. We ordered quite a bit of food since we had a large party so here's a list of what we got: Pork dumplings 8/10 - devoured in minutes within our party, everyone loved it. Salt & pepper spare ribs 10/10 - some of, if not, the best we've ever had. Perfect seasoning and chew to them. Fried rice 9/10 - just delicious, nothing special about it and yet still amazing. Ginger scallion crab 6/10 - seafood is not really our thing to be fair, but we still did enjoy the meat, the sauce was a bit of a miss though. Duck bone soup 9/10 - unbelievably good, the cilantro and onion pack it with flavor and the consistency is great. Broccoli, beef, and string beans 8/10 - a classic just done right, seasoned well and broccoli with a good chew; beef perfect texture and velvety. Chicken chow mein 10/10 - perfect chew, perfect flavor. Would've ordered another if we weren't so full. Peking duck with steamed buns and flat bread 11/10 - on this scale an 11 denotes it's the best we've ever had, just in case you thought we failed 1st grade math. Crispy skin and delicious, tender meat. Great China is undoubtedly some of the best Chinese food we've ever had. Add onto the fact that it's at a better value than other places and it becomes clear that this is a special place. The food itself deserves a star but sprinkle in the service and it begs the question as to why it doesn't have one. More on the service actually, they were incredibly patient as we ordered many dishes with different requests and were on top of everything from refilling water and tea to removing plates. When the only issue with a place is the parking situation then you know it's good. (Side note: parking is pretty hard to find and we saw a lot of cars getting tickets for invalid parking so keep an eye out). That shouldn't deter anyone though as this place might just be worth that fine, half kidding. Do yourself the favor and come here at all costs.

    Ant Climbed the Tree
    Andrea R.

    I celebrated my birthday at Great China with a party of 7 people, and it was a great experience! I walk by this restaurant all the time, and it is always full of people and smells so good. I'm so glad I got to try it! As soon as we walked in, I saw it was a large open space with lots of seating. We ordered 7 family-style dishes to share, and they were all great! The duck was delicious with crispy skin. The honey walnut shrimp had a particularly great sauce. The green beans were also a hit. Honestly, everything was good! The service here is also amazing. The staff was very attentive and even consolidated our food onto smaller plates halfway through the meal to make more room at the table. Overall, this was a great meal, and I look forward to returning and trying more dishes!

    Walnut Prawns
    Melinda K.

    Not bad for a modern Chinese restaurant serving authentic Northern Chinese cuisine. You know it's legit and delicious when tons of Chinese families dine in there. We ordered four family-sized dishes that were popular on the menu: Walnut Prawns- more like honey walnut shrimp, but in an orange version. Citrusy and tangy sauce that wasn't too watery. Guo Ta Fillet Fish- steamed to softness and generous on the green onions and cilantro Black Bean Noodle- the original version of Jiajiangmen, but with shrimp added. The noodles were chewy and thick, smothered in onions and black bean sauce, which was of a thick consistency. Salt and Pepper Spareribs- flavorful with garnishes, a bit spicy, and the meat easily fell off the bone. Overall, the service was nice despite a 45-minute wait for a table during dinner on a weekend. They even have a nice bar with a full display of alcohol. Conveniently located near the UC Berkeley campus, but parking is available a block away.

    Alice H.

    We came here to celebrate a birthday and ordered the Peking Roast Duck, Double Skin, Zhen Jiang Spareribs, and Chinese String Beans with Beef and Mushrooms. The Peking Roast Duck and the Double Skin were both excellent! The whole duck was deboned and came with 24 pancakes, which you can pair with plum sauce and scallions. My favorite dish was the Double Skin; it was my first time trying it. It came with Mung bean noodles, carrots, cucumber, egg crepe, calamari, shrimp, sea cucumber, onions, mushrooms, and pork. The combo of ingredients created a flavorful and unique texture that I really enjoyed. I highly recommend this dish! The other dishes were also quite good. *Make sure to make a reservation online to avoid a long wait. Parking is a bit difficult around the area.

    Honey walnut prawn
    Allison S.

    Came here for a birthday dinner and the place was definitely packed on a Saturday night. I'd suggest you make reservations! Really nice interior but stuffy inside and half way through our meal we were uncomfortable. The volume level is extra loud so just be prepared. As for the service, it could have been way better. We sat there for a very long time waiting for someone to take our order. We didn't know who our server was and 4 tables that sat after us ordered before us even though we were actively trying to flag someone down. Didn't get water refills often and they forgot half our drink order every time we placed one. When refilling the water the waitress did it so sloppy it spilled all over the wall table and floor next to our chairs. The food could have been better. There were some dishes I avoided ordering from pictures online that I would normally order at a Chinese restaurant. The spring rolls were a bit mushy inside but nice they give you sweet and sour and mustard (interesting choice). Potstickers were huge but missing veg and umami taste. The Peking duck flavor was good, I just wish it wasn't so minced up, it made it very hard to pick up and eat, especially at the end. The veggie fried rice was salty but not much umami again. The worst were the sweet sour pork and honey walnut prawns. It lacked sweetness and the sauce was just flat. I had one of each and didn't want anymore. The fry on it wasn't great either, more batter than shrimp. The calamari was alright but lacked the pepper taste and were tiny. My favorite dish was actually the string bean with tofu and mushroom. This reminded me the most of actual Chinese cuisine.

    7/13/25 FYI. Interior.
    Lee D.

    3.5 stars rounded up. Far from our last visits.... Quality/Quantity - My wife was craving this restaurant. She comes here often. So it is spoil my wife night and we ordered all her favorites: Peking Roast Duck - This is the ONLY Peking Roast Duck my wife eats. Crispy skin and lean meat. Too bad today some of the skin still had a few feathers on it and it turned my wife off. Good thing the meat was lean, tender, and of good quantity. See pictures. My daughter and I were not fans of the mushu wrappers/pancakes. We prefer buns. But my wife liked and preferred the mushu. Double Skin - My favorite of the dishes, also see the video for the mixing show, lol. If this dish had a little more mustard/wasabi, that would have been even better. Decent quantity, especially for a size "small." Combination Fried Rice - My daughter ordered this. Again, decent quantity, but it could have used more flavor, more spices, more soy sauce...? Atmosphere - The place still looks good. Going on 13+ years; congrats. Street parking, but we strategically chose to come on a Sunday for free easy parking. Parked only 1/2 a block away. Open 6 days a week from 11:30am to 8:30pm or 9pm; closed Tuesdays. Service - A miss today. Barely saw our waiter and when we asked the two "bus girls" for wipes, they did not seem to speak English?!?! Eating with our hands (mushu wrappers and duck) was very messy. I had to get up a few times to wash my hands. Price - $135 + tip; I felt expensive for what we got today with both the food and lack of service. Owner Comment - Congrats on your families success since 1985. Congrats on the second generation owners of the restaurant! I watched you build this new location in 2012...? Even after 10 years, this place still looks so modern.

    Beef, green beans and mushrooms.
    Annette C.

    Modern industrial interior was nice, bright and clean. We were greeted warmly and seated promptly. The food is fresh, clean, and well prepared. The potstickers are some of the best we've ever had. I cut one open with my fork and yummy juices came out, it was so hot and moist inside. The chow mein noodles almost tasted like they were homemade. We loved it. The beef was tender and the green beans were perfectly cooked. We barely spoke, too busy stuffing our faces. The portions were generous too, got to take some home. I really enjoyed the attentive service as well. Will definitely be coming back!

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    Ask the Community - Great China

    What is the average wait time for a Sat night at 5:30 for a party of 5 people?

    Probably already 30 min if not more.

    Will you be open on Thanksgiving night? Try to call the number but no one is picking up the phone

    Closed every thanksgiving

    Can u bring a cake or cupcakes in for a b'bay celebration?

    Yes, but they charge $1 per person dessert fee. Standard for bringing in outside food into a restaurant.

    How long is the waiting time for Peking duck?

    Once you place the order, it comes out based on what you ordered. Didn't need a special order anything. Came out maybe 30 minutes after we ordered and food came out.

    Do they offer any vegan options? I see vegetarian items on the menu but i am assuming they all have fish sauce, right? Does anyone know? Thank you!

    Usually Chinese do not use fish sauce, just Thai and Vietnamese. Ask, when you order.

    I got a voicemail confirming my reservation, and it said that there needs to be a minimum $35 per person charge. Is this being enforced? We plan to eat a full dinner there but this seems a bit unreasonable.

    Yes and no, from experience with taxes and tips trust me your bill will come up to at least $35 per if not more - duck alone is $50 and all other dishes in $20 ranges

    Do you allow a special event dinner with a party of 50 people? Who can I reach to plan a wedding anniversary dinner?

    Yes, they are able to accommodate large parties. You should email them at events@greatchinaberkeley.com or james@greatchinaberkeley.com

    Will you be open for lunch on Monday, memorial day?

    When will indoor dining reopen?

    Great China will be open for dine-in service March 30. You can book reservations for parties of 6 or more online at www.greatchinaberkeley.com or call the restaurant at 510-847-7996

    What are the reheating instructions for the Peking Duck?

    When will the restaurant be reopened for din in?

    Great China will be open for dine-in service March 30. You can book reservations for parties of 6 or more online at www.greatchinaberkeley.com or call the restaurant at 510-847-7996

    Is sit down dining available yet?

    No I was there sat and still togo only

    Dine in Open yet?

    Not yet.

    When will sit down dining be available?

    Great China will be open for dine-in service March 30. You can book reservations for parties of 6 or more online at www.greatchinaberkeley.com or call the restaurant at 510-847-7996

    Is sit down dining available yet?

    No, unfortunately.

    Sir down available now?

    Sit down dining is not available as of 06.28.21.

    Is this place open for sit down dining yet?

    No, not as of yet.

    Is the outdoor dining open?

    Hi!! Is the restaurant open for sit down dining yet with the lift of the stay at home order?

    Great China will be open for dine-in service March 30. You can book reservations for parties of 6 or more online at www.greatchinaberkeley.com or call the restaurant at 510-847-7996

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    Noodles Fresh - Jiangxi Noodle Salad ($13.50) - rice noodle with chicken, seafood flavored chili sauce, bok choy, bell pepper, garlic and scallions

    Noodles Fresh

    (254 reviews)

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    Downtown Berkeley

    I work just down the street at AIMC Acupuncture School, and Noodles Fresh has become a favorite for…read moreme and many of the students and staff. It's one of those spots that keeps us nourished during busy clinic and class days. They have a great lunch special and honestly you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I was stuck on the Dan Dan noodles and the Beef Tendon Stew for a while, but the Chen Pi Beef and the scallion pancakes are also standouts. The tea selection is wonderful too. I even brought my parents here when they were visiting from New York, and they still talk about it. That's saying something considering how many Chinese takeout spots there are in NY--this place is another level: fresh, thoughtful, and truly feels gourmet. What also makes this place special is the community feeling. When we hosted our Lunar New Year celebration at the school, they hung our flyer in their window and even came by with a tray of egg rolls for the event. The owner is so sweet, and I love that Blue Moon is on the menu because it's her favorite. The space is open and inviting but still cozy, and the service is always great--intuitive and warm. Even the younger staff I've seen seem genuinely grateful to work there. We're lucky to have such a lovely neighborhood restaurant nearby.

    This place is so lovely, delicious, and affordable! Highly recommend, and it's a family-owned…read morerestaurant. I had been meaning to dine in for a while and only regret not visiting sooner. I enjoyed the Hunan Hot and Sour Soup on a cold, rainy day and it was an incredible meal. The service was excellent!

    King Yen Restaurant - Shrimp and broccolli + chow mein lunch special

    King Yen Restaurant

    (372 reviews)

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    Elmwood

    We hosted our son's First Holy Communion luncheon at King Yen for over 30 guests, and everything…read morewas fantastic. Raymond was wonderful to work with--kind, professional, and made planning seamless. Charles took great care of us the day of and ensured everything was perfect. The food truly stood out. We started with potstickers and lettuce wraps, then enjoyed Seafood Delight, Tofu Special (my favorite!), Dry Green Beans, Mongolian Beef, Sweet and Sour Chicken, House Fried Rice, and House Chow Mein. Every dish was absolutely delicious, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. If you're looking for a place to host a large group with amazing food and exceptional service, King Yen is the place!

    Honestly I kinda knew even before we decided to eat here that the food was going to be meh but bc I…read morewas too lazy to drive out to Oakland for more authentic Chinese food we decided to eat here. Anyway we ordered their king yen special fish filet ($23 ), sizzling rice soup, and string beans w/ chicken in black bean sauce. Fish was OK, it had a sweet tangy taste to it but I felt a little creeped out bc it tasted slightly undercooked. String beans dish was prob the most bland dish I've ever had. Sizzling rice soup was also disappointing bc the broth had zero flavor. Since it's the first dish we tote it up because you were so hungry. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you want absolute delicious Chinese food. The service was great though.

    Great China - chinese - Updated May 2026

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