Closed permanently as of June 22, 2025…read more Had many good meals here. Very unfortunate! Will miss this location!

Stumbled upon Dumpling Kitchen while I was in the area…read more Two of us ordered: kurobuta pork soup dumpling 8 pcs $11.95 beef roll pancakes $7.95 dry braised string beans 13.80 steamed shrimp and pork shumai $11.95 Could definitely go without the shumai. Everything else was decent. Put your name down if there is a line. It was a bit unorganized to get a seat and ordering took some time.

My family and I haven't been back here in years and upon arrival, it was very crowded. However, I…read morewas shocked to see that their number system is very well-organized. They separate parties by # of seats so each category on the TV moved at its own pace. It was also useful to have the TV showing our numbers, because the mic they use to say it is hard to hear. The dim sum was yummy! We did wait until the end of our meal for the peking duck because they did not write it down and we didn't realize until the end. Overall, this place is always a must visit with the beautiful view!

I was a bit skeptical coming here after seeing the low reviews, especially since it's right by the…read morewater with amazing views. I was worried it might be one of those gimmicky spots with overpriced, low-quality food, but I was totally wrong. Upon entering, you can tell this is the kind of restaurant where people host weddings, birthdays, and special events. They even have private rooms you can book with karaoke! They also showcase their crabs and lobsters in tanks at the front, which looked incredibly large and fresh. Similar to another reviewer's comment, there wasn't a hostess available when we walked in, but someone came by quickly and seated us after only a couple of minutes. We were so happy to be seated right by the window, though honestly, most perimeter seats seem to have a great view. We enjoyed our meal as the sun set, and I'd highly recommend arriving or making a reservation about an hour before sunset to fully enjoy the vibe. They have a massive menu with plenty of traditional Southern-style Chinese dishes and dim sum options, so it took us about 10 minutes to finally decide what to order. I'll start with the mentaiko seafood fried rice, which was something I hadn't tried before, but I love anything mentaiko. The fried rice came out as a generous family-style portion. It wasn't bad, but I do think it could have used more seasoning - like a lot more seasoning. More mentaiko, more seafood, and stronger salty-savory flavors would have done the dish justice. As is, it's probably a good option if you're sharing with a young child. The crab crystal dumplings were a nice step up from traditional har gow, which I enjoyed. The salt and pepper fried tofu was exactly what I was hoping for: crunchy and salty on the outside, light on the inside, and not too filling. The squid and green beans from the specials menu were a bit of a gamble, but they turned out delicious. I'd definitely order that dish again. We also noticed they have a weekly specials menu that changes every day, and we're already planning to come back--specifically on Thursday because that menu looks delicious. Overall, Hong Kong East Ocean exceeded my expectations. The ambience and view were breathtaking, the service was efficient, and the food was delicious. I know some people mentioned the pricing being high, but I actually thought it was very reasonable for what it is. Compared to Chinese restaurants in downtown Berkeley, you're paying about the same, but the food is better and the view is unmatched.

The quintessential dim sum experience. When the service is on, it bustles. Tasty noms, and when…read morethere aren't carts with the dim sum you want, just ask one if the ladies sporting an earpiece. Dinner is much more sedate but equally tasty. The renovation really perked up the place.

Best Wonton Soup in the area! Tasty, delicious like a warm…read morehug. So yummy and satisfying meal.

Special Noodle is located in Pacific East Mall towards the back. Ordered a pretty big spread that…read moreconsisted of beef rolls, dumplings, fried rice, and salt and pepper chicken bites. The dumplings were delicious and even better with some chili oil. The chicken fried rice had huge chunks of egg and chicken which I loved with a deep soy flavor. The salt and pepper chicken was decent, I think I prefer salt and pepper wings/fish/shrimp. The beef rolls weren't for me, though. It's typically one of my favorite dishes but it seemed to be lacking beef & I wasn't a fan of the lettuce filling or the roll itself being a bit too soft and doughy. Overall, a good experience. Our server was nice and everything came out quick!

The soup pan fried buns...the soup pan fried buns..the soup pan fried buns..saying this three times…read moremay stick ;) Wow, will definitely be back for these! So delicious..plump/juicy/crispy and golden brown..chef's kiss. Special Noodle in the Pacific East Mall has delicious noodle dishes, small bites/dim sum, and a pretty extensive and unique dining menu. We ordered a combination chow mein and pan fried buns. FYI, the pan fried buns take a bit of additional time and come piping hot. I would wait a few minutes before eating, or check out a video on @yelpbayarea of how to eat soup dumplings! Another note, you order from an iPad that's handed to you upon arrival once seated. Make sure after you 'add items to cart' you submit your order. We left that step out and didn't realize until a few minutes later. Staff is friendly and make sure to ask if anything additional is needed like napkins, etc. Overall a fun experience, fair pricing, located in the hustle and bustle of the mall, and cool digs if you're looking for a comfortable dining experience without the frills.

I love the egg drop and seaweed soup, and the long baos. The sautéed green beans are some of the…read morebest in the neighborhood. Lots of well maintained seating and an attentive and efficient staff. Well balanced background music. They have both physical and QR code menus.

I came here on a Saturday night dinner with my bestie. We came in and were seated immediately. Our…read morewaiter informed us to scan the qr code to view the menu + order. The space is very open, and you can watch the person hand wrapping the dumplings right outside their kitchen. We ordered soup dumplings, pan fried buns/soup dumplings, dan dan noodles, scallion ginger noodles, garlic green beans and chili wontons. All the dumplings and buns were done really well - seasoned great, perfect amount of soup in the right dumplings. The chili wontons were something new; it was dressed with a peanut sauce, which paired perfectly with the chili oil. Both noodle dishes were good, but not spectacular. The dan dan noodles were a bit soft in texture, and I enjoyed the peanut sauce in that again. The scallion ginger noodles had a bit more chew to them but they were still very good. The garlic string beans were a classic, no notes there. Very much a no-frills spot with good food, 10/10 would return!

Ming's seems like an establishment for dim sum in Oakland, and I am glad I finally got to try it…read moreout. The building itself is so unassuming, you'd never expect a great dim sum place to be here! Came on a Saturday mid-afternoon, and fortunately, did not wait too long for a table. My partner and I definitely ordered TOO much for just us two, but we wanted to try an assortment of things! The standouts were their rice noodle roll w/ crispy shrimp, siumai, and hargow. Their siumai and hargow were so plump and juicy! Usually they're tiny at dim sum spots. Everything else was good as well! We even took some home to our families. My parents really enjoyed their chicken feet too! Service was amazing and fast. They are so kind! I get why Ming's is people's fave.

Ming's Tasty is our family's dim sum go to…read more If you're coming on the weekend to dine in, come early, and if you're getting take away: call ahead! If you have done neither, kill some time by taking a walk to nearby Napolean for dan tat. Theirs are the best in Oakland Chinatown.

When I first heard of Great China, I assumed it would be more of a casual neighborhood mom-and-pop…read morespot, but I was definitely wrong. It's actually a popular, higher-end Chinese restaurant in downtown Berkeley, and judging by the number of people waiting to be seated on a weekend only 30 minutes after opening, it clearly does very well. One note: I often see long weekend lines forming even before opening, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation or arriving early. We came here with one thing in mind: Peking duck. It was prepared beautifully, with the exact nostalgic flavor and crispy skin I was hoping for. I also loved the way they presented the thin pancakes--half-folded and slightly overlapping each other--so you didn't have to worry about peeling each layer apart and accidentally ripping them. The dipping sauce and green onions were provided on the side, though I do wish they included thinly sliced cucumber to complete the experience. My husband also ordered the fish, which turned out soft, delicate, and delicious. It was a nice complement to the duck and rounded out the meal really well. My only real critique of Great China is the pricing. You're definitely paying a premium here, but the food does taste authentic and well-executed. Given the limited competition in the area, I can see why it feels justifiable if you live nearby. That said, it may not be as worth the splurge for people who already have easy access to more traditional, old-school Chinese restaurants.

Recently rediscovered this spot when we had a college reunion dinner here, and then took myself for…read morea Lunar New Year-ish dinner soon afterwards. Peking duck and potstickers remain among my favorites, and the egg fried rice is a sleeper hit. Sad to see they no longer open for lunch, but I don't blame them considering how packed the dinner service is.

For the gluten eating world...I'm told this is good…read more For the non gluten eating world...me...I liked the food I ate but there weren't a lot of options. And they don't have gluten free soy sauce which in my opinion is a no brainer if you want to be inclusive. I give it 3 stars for limited selection but 4 for taste. My daughter would say 5.

Dined here a few times and came back recently because I was craving some pan-fried dumplings, but…read morethis visit didn't meet my expectations. We waited about 15 minutes after putting our names on the waitlist, and no one greeted or seated us even though the waitress saw us. Another party even had to flag down a waitress, which was surprising since there were only a 3 tables occupied but 2 servers on the floor. We were eventually seated, though. As for the food, the seared bao wasn't fully pan-fried and tasted pretty plain. The wagyu XLB seemed freshly made, but the flavor could definitely be improved. My favorites ended up being the string beans and the sweet and spicy wings, which aren't even their main focus. The wings were crispy on the outside and still juicy inside, definitely the highlight of the meal. The restaurant is located at a nice area but the food needed to be worked on.