From soulful dim sum to family-run classics, here’s where Santa Rosa locals actually eat Chinese food now. Expect handmade dumplings, Cantonese barbecue, and Chinese American staples—independent, open, and full of North Bay flavor. Plan a tasty crawl.
Chinese Food in Santa Rosa (2025)
11 Places
From soulful dim sum to family-run classics, here’s where Santa Rosa locals actually eat Chinese food now. Expect handmade dumplings, Cantonese barbecue, and Chinese American staples—independent, open, and full of North Bay flavor. Plan a tasty crawl.
Hang Ah Dim Sum
Dim sum restaurant
Santa Rosa’s all-day dim sum staple with Cantonese comforts and a loyal local crowd. Covered by the Press Democrat and Sonoma Magazine, it’s where to order har gow, rice noodle rolls, roast duck, and a pot of jasmine tea.
Royal China Restaurant
Restaurant
A 30-plus-year local institution with a lounge-y dining room and old-school flair. Regularly recommended by Sonoma Magazine, it’s a go-to for walnut prawns, garlic lamb, family-style banquets, and the flaming po-po platter.
Kirin
Chinese restaurant
Bennett Valley’s family go-to, cited by Sonoma Magazine for satisfying hot-and-sour soup, a nostalgic pu pu platter, and friendly service. Dine-in remains the move for generous portions and classic flavors.
China Village
Chinese restaurant
Rincon Valley’s broad-menu spot for Singapore noodles, mu shu, and Szechuan plates. Highlighted in Sonoma Magazine’s county roundup; locals note generous portions and convenient online ordering with daily hours.
Great China
Chinese restaurant
Decades-old Farmers Lane favorite for big portions and classic Chinese American plates. Often noted in local guides and recent reviews, it’s loved for speedy lunch specials and reliably satisfying standards.
China Garden Restaurant
Chinese restaurant
West side stalwart near Oliver’s Market known for fast service, large plates, and a long menu of Chinese American favorites. Recent diner reviews confirm consistent hours and solid value.
China Star
Chinese restaurant
College Avenue essential for takeout combos, pot stickers, and sizzling rice soup. Verified via its active ordering site and recent reviews, it’s a steady neighborhood stop for weeknight cravings.
Silver Moon Chinese Food
Chinese restaurant
Tiny, old-school counter spot beloved for slow-seared pot stickers and hearty combo plates. Lauded by the Sonoma County Gazette’s countywide potsticker roundup; a budget-friendly favorite near the college.
Sky Dragon Restaurant
Chinese restaurant
Stony Point standby offering salt-and-pepper plates, noodle soups, and budget-friendly family dinners. Active daily hours and recent reviews support its status as a local go-to for generous, affordable meals.
Bazaar Sonoma (BaSo/巴索/バソ)
Restaurant
Worth the short drive: handmade dumplings, mapo tofu, and toothpick beef from a SingleThread alum. Celebrated by Sonoma Magazine and spotlighted by Sonoma County Tourism for bold, personal takes on regional Chinese food.
Huna Kitchen
Cantonese restaurant
Downtown counter-service favorite for big portions at friendly prices. Recent reviews show a steady local following for orange chicken, pepper chicken, chow mein, and quick takeout when you’re on the move.
