One of my favorite local spots to bring friends and family from out of town to experience. This place does not disappoint. My favorites are the Shandong chicken and their signature hand-pulled noodles, so delicious! They are a popular spot so depending on when you go, can be a bit of a wait to get seated. It's not that big and can be a little tight inside. However, there's a reason why they stay busy, because their food is worth the wait! This place is a must when in Oakland and looking for some really tasty Chinese food. read more

Well in the area for a little festival but they hadn't started yet and I was hungry so I wandered down to this hyped restaurant so see what all the fuss was about. ( This had been on my radar to DoorDash) Suprisingly I was seated quickly as it was 12:30 on a Sunday. The menu is quite extensive. I'd been craving chili sauce dumpling and I saw those on the menu and ordered spicy combination noodles. At the waitress suggestion and reading previous reviews I opted for the hand pulled (warning they are a $1 more). Service was quick and I was also served a pot of nice oolong tea. Now the dumplings were spot on thought I had to add more chili sauce. The hand pulled noodles were ok. Maybe because I'm not a big chowmein person and prefer the chowfun noodles, I found them too chewy for me. Also I had to add the chili sauce too. I also ordered to go greens and Black eared mushrooms. There is plenty of food and I have food for two days as I have rice a home to go with the greens. I think I'll stick with New Gold Medal though. read more

Shandong - Hand pulled combo noodles. For one person this can be 2-3 servings - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Shandong Restaurant features authentic Northern Chinese dumplings and handmade noodles in a rowdy environment with absolutely horrendous service. And yet, the crowds keep on lining up to dine here. One of their highlight dishes was the Sesame Paste Noodles, made of super chewy noodles mixed with spinach and a deliciously creamy, slightly sweet sesame paste. Another must-try dish was the Special Shan Dong Dumplings, a thick-skinned dumpling filled with minced pork and vegetables. We also tried the House Special Pancake Stuffed with Leeks, a set of three pan-fried pies with a filling of chives, vermicelli, egg, and woodear mushrooms; the Dry Braised Green Beans, stir-fried with black beans and preserved vegetables; the Sautéed On-Choy; and Sliced Fish with zucchini, woodear mushrooms, peas, and carrots in a mild sauce. Overall, the dishes here came in generous portions at decent prices and made for a delicious, balanced meal. The vibe might be loud and the service rude, but the food was worth a visit! read more

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We placed an order for pickup on a Sunday evening. We ordered Shan Dong Chicken (this is their orange chicken) Chow mein noodles, chicken, veggie eggrolls, chicken fried rice and green beans The order was exactly as we ordered and the food was delicious. When I was on the phone I was told the serving of chicken was enough for 4 people. I thought the serving container would be a bit bigger. For what we ordered the total came out to $81. The restaurant was crowded when we arrived to pick it up. Everything was fresh and delicious. read more

Shandong - Chicken Chow mein noodles, chicken, veggie eggrolls, chicken fried rice and green beans - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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This place can do no wrong in my eyes--or stomach. I've been coming here since 2018, and the quality hasn't skipped a beat. I usually come with my family, and we order damn near everything on the menu. The aunties serving dishes actually laugh when they see how much food they're dropping off at the table. My favorites are the chili oil wontons, hot and dry noodles, bok choy, and General Tso's chicken. The wontons have just the right amount of heat, the noodles are thicccc and chewy, and every dish somehow manages to disappear before we can even think about leftovers. Honestly, you can't go wrong with anything you order. One of my favorite parts is watching them make the noodles by hand. Half the restaurant is dedicated to the noodle-making station, while the other half is for seating. It's not a huge dining room, but they do offer the Yelp Waitlist, so you can check the live wait before heading over. The vibe is very, get your food and head out so they can keep up with table space for incoming guests. Always a hit, never a miss. read more

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Very tasty!! Everything was delicious - definitely recommend the Shan Dong chicken and the Sesame paste noodles. Highly recommend upgrading to the hand made noodle The staff are all friendly and the food comes out very quickly. Portion sizes are also very generous. Restaurant is on the smaller side so there was a wait for a party of 4. read more

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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 read more

Shandong - Shan Dong Chicken 山東雞 - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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This place is situated in Oakland's Chinatown. Warning: parking sucks! That aside, this hole in the wall place is AMAZING! A friend and I went in for dinner. The place was packed, but luckily we got front parking AND less than a 5 min wait! We ordered the Shandong Noodles (kinda sweet/savory/creamy-8/10), Shandong Chicken (crisp, kinda sweet but not overly so 9/10), garlic green beans (garlicky, not too saucy, great flavor-9/10), and green onion pancake (7/10). The service is FAST!!! Give this place a try! read more

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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! read more

Shandong - Beef chow mein - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

#WhatsForDinner #shandongrestaurantOakland - Garlic String Beans, Combination Fried Rice , Shan Dong Prawns, Black Pepper Lamb & Chicken Dumplings. Rated one the top Chinese Food Restaurants in California and Not Just the Bay Area. Rating 4 out of 5 based on service, food quality & location. Food was good minus the chicken dumplings probably wouldn't get them again. No Flavor/Seasoning and not my cup of tea and probably might not order that again. Also would like to come back with a bigger party as the food portions are family style and intended to be shared. My favorite dishes were the Prawns and The Black Pepper Lamb. read more

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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. read more

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This was one of the first meals I ever had in Oakland! It is such a Chinatown staple. The Shan Dong chicken, string beans, and sesame paste noodles are an elite combo. They do move the line along so be sure to check in on the Yelp waitlist if it's busy. Once you're seated service can be a little slow, so take time to enjoy your food and company and this institution! read more

We came to Shan Dong because people rave about the sesame paste noodles, and I'm happy to report: it lived up to the hype! The noodles are freshly made in house -- thick, chewy, hand-cut wheat noodles coated in a rich, nutty, slightly sweet sesame paste sauce. Fair warning, it's a heavy dish, so it's not something you'd want to finish on your own, but it was definitely worth it. We really enjoyed it. We also got the chive and pork dumplings, which tasted very fresh -- both the wrapper and the filling. They have a huge tube of chili oil on the table - now you know they're serious abut their food! Set your expectations right: this is an old-school, no-frills Chinese restaurant. The inside could use some updating (the chairs and tables included), and there's a table up front piled with stuff that probably should be stored in the back -- but likely isn't because there's no space. The service matches the vibe: not over-the-top warm, but their version of friendly is friendly, and it works. This is the kind of place where the food does the talking. Prices are good and not expensive. We came early and there was no wait, and you can find street parking nearby. Come for the noodles -- they're the real deal. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

Shandong - Mu Shu Pork 木須肉 Szechuan Noodles (Spicy) 擔擔麵 Szechuan Beef 四川牛肉 - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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. read more

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The food was amazing!! We are from Reno, NV and came down to Oakland/SF and were recommended by a local to try Shandong. My partner and I LOVED the food, the handmade noodles for our chow mein was delicious, their veggie fried rice goes hard, and the green beans !!! The servers were so sweet and attentive even with the amount of people there everything was nice and quick. We didn't realize the restaurant was a bit compact so if you get nervous in those kinds of places, prepare! But 10/10 :) read more

Shandong - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

Came here while in town for work. Had their house made noodles with our chowmein. Had their green beans were amazing!!! Also had pot stickers and spring rolls. Hot tea was great. Reviews were spot on. Huge portions too read more

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. read more

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

Shandong - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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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. read more

Shandong - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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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. read more

Shandong - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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The staff member I spoke to on the phone was kind but I cannot speak on the ambiance or parking as this was a pick up order (not by me). You cannot pay for the food over the phone. Printing and portions are as expected. Food was underwhelming. Maybe I had higher expectations given the amount of high reviews, but there wasn't particularly outstanding. read more

Ordered the Sesame Paste Noodles since this seems to be the most popular dish to order. I asked for it to be less spicy and they were able to accommodate. I thought this was a little overhyped. The taste was average but the noodles were a little too thick for my liking. It was a little hard to chew due to how thick it was. However, the portion size is big. Definitely good for 2 meals. read more

Shandong - Sesame Paste Noodles 麻醬麵 - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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. read more

Shandong - Sesame Paste Noodles - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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If you're expecting an imperial palace with silk lanterns, intricate dark wood carvings, and red & gold furnishings, this isn't the place for you. However, if you're not focused on decor and want to devour a whole lotta noodles, then this works just fine. They're known for their hand-pulled noodles, and Jamie W and I saw two ladies making them the minute we walked through the front door. The dining area looked a bit like an episode of Hoarders, but there was an open table available to us on a Saturday afternoon. Straight off, we ordered the $13.95 Deluxe Combination Chow Mein just so we could add $1 for the Hand Made Noodles (Photo 9). That was one big pile of carbs but tasty and chewy as well with the bits of chicken, pork and beef and even the sauce definitely taking a back seat flavor-wise. I thought we needed to try the $13.95 Special Shan Dong Dumplings (Photo 10). Ten big ones stuffed with minced pork and vegetables. Flawlessly thick skins. Easy to devour but now we were moving into carb overload. To alleviate our guilt, we ordered a third dish which was ironically the one we didn't finish, the $13.50 Mixed Vegetable Deluxe, a stir-fried melange of veggies that were a tad oily for us to fully appreciate (Photo 8). We did, however, love the frosted mugs for our Diet Cokes (Photo 7). The other unexpected surprise was the proactive service we received. It wasn't that we were expecting surly indifference but rather, how the server paid attention to our dining experience from the menu to the takeaway boxes. FOOD - 4 stars...the noodles and dumpling skins steal the show AMBIANCE - 3 stars...casual but kinda Hoarders SERVICE - 4.5 stars...really attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...pull dem noodles! RELATED - Exploring Oakland Chinatown? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/YbyYW6-UT3 read more

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This is our go to spot for good Asian food with a group! We always try ordering a few new things on the menu to try as it's quite extensive! Our go to is the Shan Dong Chicken and Hand pulled sesame pasted noodles. Service is quick here and order everything at once to ensure everything comes out relatively at the same time. Pro tip: you can put your name on the waitlist via yelp! read more

Shandong - Shan Dong Chicken 山東雞 - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

GAS! 100/10 the Shan Dong Chicken and the Sesame Paste noodles are a MUST. The service was great and fast, we came RIGHT before the rush. Our food arrived within 5 minutes of placing our order and we ordered a lot. The 5/6 item deal is the best bet if you're eating with a group. All the food was delicious and fresh. The handmade noodles are chefs kiss! 100/10 read more

Shandong - 5 entree special - Combination Fried Rice, Shan Dong Chicken, Green Beans, Sesame Paste Noodles, S&P Prawns, Chicken Pot Stickers - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

My friends and I decided to order delivery from Shan Dong, which is one of my favorite places in Oakland Chinatown. This time, we ordered a few dishes to try - the classic sesame paste noodles, Shan Dong chicken, the fried rice with shrimp, and the hot spicy eggplant. Since we did order delivery on a busy Saturday night, it took a little over an hour for our food to arrive. The food was expertly packed and we were given plenty of utensils and napkins. The sesame paste noodles are one of my favorite dishes here, there's a balance of sweet and salty offered in the creamy sesame paste sauce that's so addicting. I've always been a big fan of the hand-pulled noodles which are thick, bouncy and chewy. The Shan Dong chicken is deep fried and coated in a delicious sauce. It is more of the sweeter side if you're looking for something that's spicy. I appreciate that we were given large pieces as well! The fried rice with shrimp is amazing - I love the crunch of the green onion, the softness of the fried egg, and the texture of the rice and veggies which weren't soggy and still held a nice bite. Last but not least, the hot spicy eggplant was a great choice because it's usually the trickier dish to cook as eggplant can turn really soft and mushy. I was delighted that with the way it was prepared, the large eggplant pieces still held a tender texture that did not fall apart. I also enjoyed the sauce that was paired with the eggplant, which is oyster-sauce based and added a pleasant sweetness as well. I'm always looking forward to my next visit and I love supporting Shan Dong! read more

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Great local Chinese place with handmade noodles! Weekday evening around 5:30 pm, there was no wait. There ended up being a wait at 7-8 pm, so I'd go earlier if you can! We got salt and pepper squid, sesame noodles (hand pulled is extra $ but worth it), and dumplings and onion pancake. All were solid, and I especially liked the hand pulled noodles. It's a bit thick of a texture! Lots of veggie and fish options for pescatarians too which I really liked. read more

Shandong - Salt and pepper squid, sesame Sesame Paste Noodles 麻醬麵, vegetable dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

This place is just as un-fancy as it is delicious! Come mentally prepared to be kind of cramped and to eat in a somewhat chaotic atmosphere. Who cares though, because once you get your food, nothing else matters. The service is fast and efficient. The prices are super reasonable and portion sizes, generous. The noodles, dumplings and everything else we ordered was incredibly tasty and had that wok-infused flavor. This place is no frills and all taste. We ordered noodles, dumplings, some cold dishes and omitted egg in the veg dishes for the vegans. Everyone had something to eat and honestly for how much we ordered, it's tough to say there's anything you might not want to order. Just go with your gut! We came here after running the Oakland Marathon and left very happy and satisfied. (apologies for not being specific on what we ordered. I'll have to update later once I dig up the photos to post here.) Just come eat here, you'll be glad you did! My only gripe is that I don't live closer!! read more

I've heard a lot of Shan Dong over the years, so expectations were about as high as they could possibly be for me. The wait for a walk-in party of 2 on a random Thanksgiving-adjacent weekend was around 10 minutes, which was not bad save for the fact that there's no designated waiting area. Prepare to wait on the streetside for it! Walking in for dinner, Shan Dong was bustling. You're flanked on the left side by a small, open kitchen area where hand pulled noodles are being actively crafted from roll to cut to pull. To the front is a larger than expected dining area with a classic Chinese restaurant feel - simple, functional, with both smaller and larger, lazy Susan-equipped tables, for parties of all sizes. We had the sesame paste noodles with pork, green beans, honey walnut shrimp, and of course some hot tea. The star of the show was definitely the sesame paste noodles - the texture had a great bite to it and the sauce was much sweeter than expected, but still delicious. Green beans and honey walnut shrimp were excellently done as well. There's not much else to say here! Service was fast, efficient, and prices were decently low for our current shrinkflation era. I'd easily expect to pay at least $5 more for each dish elsewhere. I should also mention - we were two hungry dudes, and we left full! We were barely able to finish. read more

Shandong - Sesame Paste Noodle with Pork - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

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

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Stopped by on weekday evening around 6pm right before the dinner rush. We were seated within 3min upon arrival. There's not much room between tables so it's a tight squeeze but we got lucky with a table in a corner. We ordered the following: Spicy Chicken Chow Mein with the homemade pulled noodles - the noodles were thick! Some thicker than others, which made those a little harder but still solid choice vs the regular noodles. It's wasn't too spicy and I loved that they added zucchini to it. Beef Chow Fun - the sauce and noodle ratio could had been a little better. I kept running into dry noodles without sauce, but the dish was still tasty. Mongolian beef - one of the favorites! Meat was tender and it had the perfect level of spiciness. Dry Braised Green Beans - a solid veggie plate. The leftover of this also reheated very nicely. Onion Pancake - another of the favorites! It wasn't too thick or too thin. It was also cooked to perfection. Pork Dumplings - I was not a fan. The wrapping was too thick for my liking and the filling was too dry. I added chili oil which helped a bit. The service was okay. They were quick and attentive at the beginning, but never came back to check on us after and at the end we felt we were being rushed to leave. They brought the check and not enough boxes without asking if we were done. read more

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Them wontons with the chili sauce!!!! My go to order so good, so spicy I love it!! I always order to go. Wait time is never too long Menu has lots of other items available to order, prices are reasonable read more

Unfortunately, I live a few blocks from here. I say unfortunate because since moving so close I spend WAY too much money coming here all the time, it's sooo so good. Always nice staff, always a full restaurant and always lots of food being picked up to go, this place is clearly in high demand. Prices are good, food is tasty, what else could you want? Handmade noodles are worth it, pay that extra $1 and try em! read more

The food here is great, good flavor, less grease, the have the staples but a few unique twists on some items like their Shandong Beef or their dumplings. Hand made noodles are thicker than any other place I have been to, and this really set them apart. If you are looking for hand cut noodle, this will satisfy you, we had the spicy chicken noodles. Good experience, gets busy but they are very efficient and move fast. Enjoy your meal! read more

We were just exploring the area and came across this place in Chinatown. Wow. The staff were making homemade noodles in the front of the restaurant as you walk in. It was definitley giving Chinatown vibes as for as the restaurant itself. The food was incredible. The Shan Dong chicken was obvi a standout. The scallion pancake entered my top 5 list. It was just the right ratio of doughy vs crisp and it wasn't greasy at all. The noodles were not my favorite, but my boyfriend loved them. We've already ordered take out from them as well since then. Really good. In both cases the leftovers didn't necessarily heat up super well , but that would be my only comment. read more

Shandong - Shan Dong Chicken 山東雞 Sesame Paste Noodles 麻醬麵 Onion Pancake (6 Pieces) 蔥油餅 - Chinese Near Me - Oakland, California

We were seated almost immediately even after arriving an hour before closing time, as soon as we sat down we got to order right away. Before we knew it we only waited a short amount of time before receiving our food. I would say this is the best restaurant for enormous portions for family or friend groups. We ordered the Shan Dong chicken which was the winner out of all our dishes, it was well seasoned along with being soft and crispy. We also got the spicy wontons, they are a classic staple how could you not get them? Our last dish we chose was the Sesame hand paste noodles with beef, it was a little too salty for my liking but all the flavors meshed well. Not pictured are the green beans which is the perfect side dish. All in all, we had a great experience. read more

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