Forget the takeout menus collecting dust on your fridge. In Santa Rosa, the real Chinese feast isn’t in your kitchen—it’s waiting at tables where the only emergency is deciding between perfect Peking duck and hand-pulled noodles that taste like a culinary lifeline.
China Village
$$ | (707) 666-0888 | WEBSITE
China Village is offering orange chicken with sauce on the side for takeout. Some dishes have standout appeal – like the Mu Shu Pork prepared table-side or the eggplant tofu with fresh flavors. Some options feel less authentic (i.e. the Americanized dishes), especially when they’re described as sophisticated and still manage to taste consistently delicious.
Sky Dragon Restaurant
$ | (707) 545-3787 | WEBSITE
Try to get the thought of greasy takeout out of your head. OK, good. This Chinese-focused spot has a long list of lunch specials available (from orange sesame beef to shrimp with snow peas to General Tso chicken), along with combo meals that include soup, egg rolls, and rice or chow mein.
Panda Express
$ | (707) 576-0783 | WEBSITE
Panda Express has some very generous portions at an affordable price. They come with your choice of authentic-tasting Chinese cuisine (the Vegetarian Beyond Orange Chicken option caters to various needs) and a kid-friendly atmosphere with helpful and patient staff. Fortune cookies not always included, but now is definitely the time to visit during extended hours if you can find parking in the tight strip mall.
China Star
$ | (707) 526-0888 | WEBSITE
You can get all sorts of classic Chinese dishes at China Star – including things you haven’t had since your last takeout craving (like their standout hot and sour soup). Also appreciated, they’re offering gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions, which is definitely the smart way to handle special requests.
May Garden
$ | (707) 528-3615 | WEBSITE
This is a Chinese restaurant that’s doing a lot. For $15, they’re offering generous dinner combos of their signature dishes (like the honey walnut prawns) for dine-in. They’ve even created an atmosphere for you to relax in while you enjoy your meal.
Silver Moon Chinese Food
$ | (707) 576-7878 | WEBSITE
Silver Moon Chinese Food is a beloved Chinese restaurant that actually has dim sum on the menu, but we’re not here to talk about that. We’re here to talk about their $12 Pork Fried Rice. They also have something called Hot and Sour Soup (it’s a hidden gem you have to ask for), but we’re not here to talk about that either.
China Legend/Boiling Bowl
$ | (707) 538-8698 | WEBSITE
China Legend/Boiling Bowl has a few of its signature dishes available for takeout. There are others you could choose, but we recommend the lamb hotpot (you get a simmering cauldron of spicy soup with Szechuan peppercorn numbing sensation) or the garlic eggplant that comes with flavorful, visually appealing slices and generous portions. The beef chow fun is good and not oily, making leftovers easy.
Customers appreciate the friendly staff, clean environment, and affordable prices, with a pleasant owner who is welcoming. The restaurant’s ambiance is nice, and its overall food quality leaves a positive impression, with plenty of parking available.
Kirin
$ | (707) 525-1957 | WEBSITE
Kirin is a Chinese restaurant specializing in traditional family-style cuisine. So, it’s not surprising that they have a dumpling platter. They also have platters for sweet and sour dishes, chow mein combinations, and a few other family favorites. Each serves about 4-6 people and they range from $38-$45.
China Garden Restaurant
$ | (707) 526-9799 | WEBSITE
China Garden Restaurant is offering classic Chinese dishes for takeout or dine-in – like General Chicken, crab rangoons, and lunch specials. You also can get generous portions that are scientifically proven to make leftovers taste better tomorrow.
Hang Ah Dim Sum
$$ | (707) 576-7873 | WEBSITE
Along with navigating the lunch rush in Santa Rosa, grabbing dim sum and roast duck at Hang Ah Dim Sum is a local right of passage. While it’s going to be a while before you can actually sit inside, in the meantime, you can order generous portions of chicken fried rice and other dishes for takeout.
Royal China Restaurant
$$ | (707) 545-2911 | WEBSITE
Royal China Restaurant is offering walnut prawns, chow mein, and hot and sour soup that come with delicious sauces and generous portions. And if that sounds like your typical Chinese takeout order, that’s perfectly fine.
Goji Kitchen
$$ | (707) 523-3888 | WEBSITE
Beyond Vietnamese classics, Goji Kitchen is celebrated for its spicy lemongrass tofu ‘bun’. And it offers a ‘family feast platter’, where you receive their signature rice vermicelli, fresh vegetables, and either tender beef or crispy tofu. The cozy setting, with its peaceful ambiance and aroma of fresh ingredients, makes every visit delightful. While the vegan options aren’t always clearly marked, the helpful staff gladly provides details.
With large portions and reasonable prices—lunch from $15, dinner at least $20—it’s a hidden gem perfect for families, business lunches, or anyone seeking a pleasant dining experience.
Ting Hau
$$ | (707) 545-5204 | WEBSITE
This Chinese restaurant has a few different combo appetizers – beef and pork. Each comes with a generous portion of crispy meat, a side of fresh vegetables, and a bowl of steaming hot soup (which is flavorful enough to enjoy on its own without the main course). That said, don’t. Because now is not the time to be a hero.
Great China
$ | (707) 578-4291 | WEBSITE
This Santa Rosa Chinese spot has a bunch of lunch specials that feel really appropriate for the kind of restaurant you go to for a giant meal – like the walnut and pineapple prawns combo, and several versions of fried rice plates.
Amy’s Place
$ | (707) 525-1888 | WEBSITE
Amy’s Place is also serving a variety of standout menu items, with some pretty generous and satisfying portions. We especially like the black pepper chicken, and the Banh Mi sandwich and spring rolls that one customer described as a ’10 out of 10′ experience.