I've been here a couple of times and each time the food has been good! Others seem to rave about…read morethe double skin as well as sauteed crab meat with steamed buns so I'll have to get those next time. 1. Peking roast duck 3.5/5 I had really high expectations and unfortunately this roast duck was just okay. The skin was not super crispy but the duck itself had good flavor. The plum sauce was probably my favorite part. 2. Salt and pepper prawns 4.5/5 Note that these come with the skin on but it's fried so perfectly that the skin is completely edible with a crunchy texture. 3. Combination fried rice 5/5 I was surprised how much we enjoyed this but it was really well done. 4. Guo ta fish fillet 5/5 This was excellent--very tender fish fillet with a perfect soy broth sauce 5. Crysanthemum leaves with fermented tofu sauce 3/5 On the salty side All in all, even though I came for the peking duck, I found that the other items were much better!

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.

I love SiChuan Style! I've been supporting their restaurant for over 4 years now and always find…read moremyself coming back to this spot. I even introduced this restaurant to my friends and they also love the food quality as well. I recommend their spicy sichuan water boil special. There's a perfect amount of spiciness and flavor that pairs well with a side of rice. I also like their beef shank and tripe appetizer; their portion sizes are always huge and perfect for family style sharing. Servers are very attentive, friendly, and fast. It's also always clean and affordable.

Me and the wifey couldn't decide on a place to eat and wound up in Solano Avenue. We looked up a…read morecouple of Yelp spots and decided to give this place a try. I am glad we did because I was not disappointed. The place was busy but the service was prompt and excellent. We had ordered three dishes to share family style with rice. First off let me start by saying the portions are generous. All three of the dishes were a hit but to me the star of the show was the garlic chicken. The sauce was excellent! If spicy is your thing then order the beef, it was loaded with peppers! Finally the walnut prawns were nice counter to the garlic and peppers. We also ordered steamed rice to go with the meal. This was an excellent choice and we will most definitely be back.

I've been meaning to update this review for a while. Our family has been to Wojia Hunan several…read moremore times since our first adventure here. Food has been very consistent and tasty. Good spice level and lots of hot chili oil. The dish we always get when we go - D08 Glutinous Rice Ball. Start with tangyuan (gooey mochi balls filled with black sesame), deep fry them, and cover them with chili oil and spices. It covers almost all the tastes and textures (sweet, salty, spicy, fried exterior, gooey/chewy, with a liquidy filling). Only a mad genius could have come up with this dish and it works brilliantly. The rest of our dishes vary a bit each time we go, but it's usually some spicy dishes and at least a veggie dish. Really haven't had complaints on the food. A few watchouts - the parking lot next to the restaurant is not theirs. Street parking only. They also charge a nominal fee for takeout containers ($0.25/box) and a bag ($0.10/

Friendly fast service in this cute little spot…read more Decent sized menu and some fun items i typically don't see around. The braised pork was super tender- very good. The eggplant and string beans were good. My favorite was the glutinous balls stir fried- it kind of reminds me of tangyuan deep fried Parking - street parking but if you get lucky, there is a tiny lot next to the restaurant!

The honey walnut shrimp was delicious! I kept popping them into my mouth like popcorn, it was…read moreunstoppable really The noodles were alright, I feel the sauce was lacking in flavoring, it was just oil and garlic - maybe a little spice would help? Ambiance is nice and chill, honestly feel it would make a cute date night with the dim lighting, calm and intimate atmosphere. But while there - there was plenty of solo diners, dates, happy hours, and family gatherings. Definitely an all rounder place!

This is our new favorite Chinese restaurant. The salt and pepper eggplant dish is awesome.read more

Noodle Dynasty is a Berkeley must-try if you're in the area. There's a reason why it is always so…read morecrowded! Since there is fairly limited seating, wait times can be rough, especially if you're going during lunch or dinner rush. I've waited 30-45 minutes before. The restaurant is pretty small so tables are pretty close to each other and it may be difficult to be seated quickly if you're going in with a larger group. That asides, the food as Noodle Dynasty is unmatched. I typically get their noodle soups, which are a massive portion size, & appetizers, such as lamb skewers, spicy wontons, and chinese doughnuts. To this day, I think that the spicy wontons are the best in the area - super flavorful beyond just the chili oil taste. Definitely recommend getting these! You order on a tablet & food comes out so fast. Could not recommend this place enough!

They open at 5 and since I was very hungry, I asked them to sit indoors around 4:45pm until they…read morestart serving. Not only were they accommodation but they allowed me to order early. I did not expect that at all. I ordered tomato and egg lo mein - it was a very comforting dish. I did not have any leftovers.

Made the trek out to Berkeley a few weeks ago to check out easterly. Had heard great things about…read moreit from my friends that went to school there. Overall, I was really impressed. The food is overall much better than the hunan / spicy Chinese food that we have in SF. And it was such a large space so super easy to get a seat and get service. High recommend the cabbage. It was one of the best veggies I've had in a while.

We came to try this place because our friends recommended it. I love spicy food!…read more We ordered the stir-fried beef with the regular spicy level, which was falvorful and the texture was tender. We also got the pork intestine with extra spicy level. The flavor was ont point, but I wish it were little spicer and came with more pork intestine. It's mostly dry chilis. Both dishes were really delicious and satisfiying. It's on the pricey side which was $60 for two dishes and one rice. I really enjoyed thefood and would definitely come back to try more dishes!

It feels like I always either have lots of San Francisco Chinese food or Oakland Chinese food with…read morethe exception of the South Bay. I barely give another city a chance to try their Chinese food. I feel spoiled the amount of dumpling places and dim sum places they are in SF. I saw in Downtown Berkeley where you can grab rice rolls along with dim sum. So I decided to give it a whirl. On a Summer stroll I landed in Downtown Berkeley. I usually grab rice rolls at a local business at San Francisco but I decided to try a business which has many locations throughout California and has been around since 1958 and it's called Yin Ji Chang Fen. Inside has many tables and I ordered their wonton soup. The broth was tasty and the noodles were tender almost reminded me of Angel hair in soup form and slurp able . I then had their rice rolls. Marinated Shrimp and Beef Rice Noodle Roll. The shrimp was okay and the noodles were smooth. They also sell congee. A good place to grab rice noodles. Go on a summer "stroll" to Downtown Berkeley for some "rice noodle roll" get wonton with noodle soup in a "bowl" and also get a "fried egg roll" Go to Downtown Berkeley and go to "Yin Ji Chang Fen" and give it a "spin" no matter "when" it's a good spot to try "again"

All the times I've gone there, there's been plenty of seating and I've been immediately seated…read more I typically get their chang fen & have tried their dim sum as well. While the chang fen is good, I would say that the prices are a bit high for the portion. Same with the dim sum - higher prices for dim sum than other places I've been to and overall dim sum was subpar. However, going here does certainly scratch the craving for chang fen whenever I am feeling it.

Friendly attentive staff, hefty portions, and oh my gosh every dish was delicious. My son…read moreimmediately wanted to know when we would be going back.

The food was terrible. The rice was dry; the spicy fish had a lot of sugar in it. The xiao long bao…read morehad no soup inside. This place used to be really good; it was very disappointing.

I highly recommend Noodle Fresh! The staff was so friendly and welcoming. I actually walked in just…read moreto use the bathroom, but I noticed they had a lunch special and decided to give it a try. I ordered the noodles with chicken and vegetables, and everything came out fresh and very quickly. One of the ladies was especially friendly and even offered me some water while I waited. The atmosphere was amazing--very spacious, clean, and beautifully lit. Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. I'll definitely be back!

Okay guys don't steal my lunch spot!!!!! Best value because…read moreof the portion and price. Food was quick and delicious~~ The restaurant was also clean and the seating area is very comfortable. Service is also great 10/10 for me~

RIP to my favorite restaurant. i was here basically monthly with family/friends. favorite worker…read morewas the guy in the pikachu cap, tho i haven't seen him in forever. the ambiance was always so calm, nothing felt rushed and it all went at a great pace. the food was to die for, it had so many flavors. my favorite was definitely the pork belly noodle soup. I will forever miss this place and the memories that went along with it!

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!