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    Shandong

    4.2 (4k reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Seafood, Noodles
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    SHANDONG ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Shan Dong Chicken 山東雞
    Alex S.

    When the place lives up to the hype, it's truly the best feeling. That's what I felt eating my takeout from Shan Dong. The flavours were bold and strong. The famous sesame paste noodles were deliciously bouncy and al dente, coated with a peanut-adjacent sauce and tender pieces of beef. There is mild spice and some thin veggies. 10/10 The Shan Dong chicken also blew me away, with a hoisin-esque honey garlic sauce covering large chunks of crispy and juicy chicken. Because I got takeout, the chicken was Soft but I can imagine fresh it would be perfectly crunchy. 9/10 I'll definitely be back to try other noodles! Worth going out of your way for

    Beef chow mein
    Emi R.

    I really love the unique flavor of this chow mein. I tried the handmade noodle and it's really not my personal favorite but it does seem to be a hit I usually just get the manufacturer noodles. I've never dined in so I can't really speak for the service but it's a small place always busy!

    Spicy fish
    Kenneth O.

    Really nice meal. Service awesome food very good but wife thought little salty. We really enjoyed homemade noodles and spicy fish nice.

    Makena L.

    Great price for a group gathering! There's a special where you can order 5 dishes for $70. It's a small space, so if it's full sometimes you'll need to join the Yelp waitlist. Service is fast and efficient. My favorite dish was the Shan Dong chicken.

    Mu Shu Pork 木須肉  Szechuan Noodles (Spicy) 擔擔麵  Szechuan Beef 四川牛肉
    Brad K.

    This was probably one of the most disappointing Chinese places I've been to. Their cuisine is more catered to the American palette than 山东菜(shandong northern cuisine). While some on the menu is northern Chinese, it is not uniquely SHAN DONG as the name suggests. Wouldn't come back. The food was also just not good.

    Sesame Paste Noodles 麻醬麵
    Taylor J.

    I never knew I could cry tears of joy over a bowl of noodles but here I am. It is absolutely dangerous that Shan Dong is near my place in Oakland because I definitely will be a frequent visitor. Arrived at 1:30pm on a Sunday and the place was packed on that rainy day. I knew I was in for a treat when there is a busy spot close to closing time (3pm on Sunday), cozy vibes, and little ladies in the front making noodles. After about a 10 min wait (thank goodness for yelp waitlist), we were seated and greeted to warm barley tea at the table (nice touch). We definitely over ordered which is never the worst idea. It was definitely appreciated later that evening for dinner: Sesame Paste Noodles w/ beef - Ok, so lets get this out of the way, these were the clear winner. Hands down! Delicious and creamy noodles in the best sauce ever! Future me will be sitting in this restaurant, fat as heck, slurping up these noddles, with a big bottle os Tsingtao. Spicy Won Tons - These were the 2nd favorite, Yummy wontons dancing in chili oil. A classic. So good! Sizzling Shrimp w/ Rice - This was definitely the coolest dish out of the bunch. Shrimp and veg in a tasty sauce over a bed of rice crispies -esque rice. The best part was the snap, crackle, and pop of the rice when the shrimp was poured over. I loved how the veggies were sauteed but remained a little crunchy. I love when my veggies aren't completely cooked to death. Scallion Lamb - Like the name suggests, tons of thinly sliced lamb, cooked up with every scallion ever! This was really yummy when we first had it, but this was excellent after a few hours when the flavors married together. We had all of this and some beers! Such a perfect meal for a perfect rainy day.

    Ashley C.

    Shan dong is always solid and as good as the first time I had it! I love taking all guests here!

    Spread
    Qian L.

    First time eating here non-DoorDash. Very tasty. Sesame paste noodles 8/10 noodles are fantastic, sauce a touch sweet for my liking. Pork and vegetable dumpling 8/10 definitely thicker dumpling skin, but plenty of filling, juicy and meaty, pause. Spicy bean paste stir fried with fish 10/10 amazing dish, fish cooked perfectly. Green beans and pork stir fry 10/10 very well balanced. Salt and pepper shrimp 8/10 good flavor. Give this place a 4.5, but not low enough to be a 4 so round up to a 5.

    Inside of the Special Shan Dong Dumplings
    Lloyd C.

    Ah...Shan Dong. A Chinatown mainstay that the Hung Family has served the community for over 35 years!!! A slender restaurant that can accommodate a few large table but mostly 4 people or less. They do a lot of take out! The owners and other staff member are very friendly, attentive, and helpful. Special Shan Dong Dumplings (4/5) - a meaty and signature thick dumpling served with a soy, vinegar, spice sauce. Shan Dong Chicken (3.5/5) - lightly battered and golden fried tossed in a honey soy sauce. Not too sweet and a subtle flavor. Sesame Paste Noodles (4/5) - long knife cut noodles in a creamy sesame paste that covered every inch of the noodles. Steamed White Rice - perfectly cooked and was hot and fluffy. I always stop in if I am in the area. Come support your local business.

    Jennifer L.

    Came here for the first time and brought my family along. There were six of us, so we arrived right when they opened to make sure we could get a table. The restaurant is on the smaller side, and I had heard there can be a wait, but we were seated right away. We had a great experience overall! The service was excellent, the food came out quickly, and everything tasted great. Everyone enjoyed their meal, and we'll definitely be coming back again.

    Shan Dong Chicken 山東雞
    David L.

    This is the first time I have actually dined at the restaurant. I have ordered takeout from this place a few times before. The place is small with seating for about 40-50. The seating can feel crowded but not too overwhelming. It can get a little loud and definitely has the hole in the wall feel, but is definitely worth the visit. Service was average, but it was packed so it could be expected. The prices are reasonable and the servings were large. Shan Dong chicken - 8/10 - crispy, sweet, and savory. well worth trying Dry braised green beans (with pork) - 8/10 - yum! Sesame noodles - 8/10 - hand made noodles, super tasty Lotus chicken - 6.5/10 - these were ok, and fine on their own, but a disappointment compared to everything else Well worth the visit. The food is definitely better on site than take out. Enjoy the food and experience, dine in, it is worth it.

    Meg A.

    With a queue curling along the sidewalk in front of Shan Dong within Oakland's Chinatown, I took it as a good omen. My friend and I were not disappointed. Joining their waitlist on Yelp from our hotel room, on a busy Saturday night, our wait was 45-50 minutes. Right on the nose, a table opened up and we were escorted to our table inside, upon which a pot of hot tea and two settings were placed. Service was prompt and our dishes arrived swiftly: their highly lauded hand-pulled sesame noodles (oh my), charred green beans (bright and crispy) and chicken and broccoli. Prices were reasonable and portions were abundant. I wish there was a Shan Dong in my town so I could sample more of their dishes. Fresh, flavorful, and tasty. Highly recommended for locals and visitors alike.

    Sesame Paste Noodles
    Elaine C.

    Best spicy wontons I've ever had!! Both the wonton filling and chili oil sauce are incredibly flavorful. We also loved the sesame paste noodles--perfect for if you're craving something carby and hearty. Come early to skip the line.

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    Ask the Community - Shandong

    Are the hand pulled noodles and dumplings gluten free?

    The noodles are hand pulled but not sure about gluten free.

    Are you open this Thanksgiving for lunch?

    Yes. Regular business hour, lunch hours are from 11AM to 3PM

    Hi all. I haven't been here in a long time. Does anyone have any order recommendations?

    The boiled dumplings along with spicy chicken and dry braised green beans is always a solid variety of food.

    Will Shandong be open New Years Day 1/1/23?

    They usually close until after the new year annually. They may have a message on their voicemail

    Are the sesame paste noodles vegan?

    Yes, till you add some tasty meat to it.

    Indoor or outdoor seating?

    Indoor only.

    Does the sesame paste noodles contain peanuts? Family member can eat sesame but not peanuts.

    No. The sesame noodle is made with sesame sauce, no peanut in this dish.

    Does the shangdong chicken have peanuts/peanut oil? Thanks!

    No, it doesn't. I have a peanut allergy and I can eat Shandong Chicken just fine!

    What is Shan Dong prawns?

    Shan Dong Prawns is fried prawn with the batter and then we sauté them with garlic in brown gravy sauce and is sweet , sour and spicy.

    Are you open for indoor dining? If so do you take reservations?

    Yes they are open for indoor dining. And you put yourself on the waiting list via Yelp.

    I love your food. Unfortunately, I am needing to transition to a low sodium diet. You are listed in Yelp as having that. I can't imagine that you would have food without a lot of high salt content/soy sauce. Do you have low sodium available?…

    Hi Burton, Unfortunately we don’t have a special low sodium diet menu. We can cook the food with low sodium and seasonings on special request but it will taste a little… 

    Will you be open on Lunar New Year (Feb 1)?

    We are closed on every Mondays and will be open on 2/1/22. Thank you!

    How much is a bag of frozen shandong dumplings?

    One bag of dumplings has 50 pieces and is $30 plus tax.

    Are you open on Christmas Eve?

    We will be close between December 21 through January 3. Wish you have a happy holiday!

    New update on covid requirements?

    Have not heard of any.

    I do hope you reopen soon and that your family member is okay. My daughter and son in-law are in the area and were going to bring some home to me in Vegas. Any idea how long you might continue closure?

    We will be reopen on Tuesday September 14.

    Is there currently an outdoor dining area?

    No. We don’t have an outdoor dining area but we are open for indoor dining.

    Is this place open for eat in dining now?

    Yes, we are fully re-open for dine in.

    Do they use MSG? Yes Nick, agreed, their food is delicious, I just had lunch there today. But you didn't answer the question. E for effort tho

    Yes, we usually do.

    Have they reopened?

    Yes. We are back to regular business hours, Thank you

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