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Chinese Village

Name: Chinese Village
Address: 3780 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, California, 95062, US
Price range: $
Rating: 4.4

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Chinese Village, the premier Chinese restaurant in Santa Cruz, CA, invites you to experience the authentic flavors of China in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Located at 3780 Capitola Rd, Chinese Village is a must-visit destination for foodies and families alike. Our menu boasts a wide range of traditional Chinese dishes, expertly prepared using only the freshest ingredients and time-honored cooking techniques. From savory noodle dishes to spicy Szechuan specialties, every bite is a culinary delight. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, our friendly staff is dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring a memorable dining experience. Come taste the difference at Chinese Village, the top-rated Restaurant in Santa Cruz.

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4.4

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Vincent HT -Google user

11 months ago

Lunch here this past weekend was great. The lunch specials were a great deal and portions were quite large. We were served soup upon arrival which was tasty. I ordered the Walnut Shrimp with the Pork Fried Rice add on and devoured it all. Lol...Read More

Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 4

Michael Lavigne -Google user

5 years ago

Outstanding and long-established local Chinese Restaurant on Capitola Rd. Great food, friendly and efficient service, and impeccably clean, updated dining room with plenty of tables.

Cameron Talei -Google user

a year ago

I love the cozy and welcoming atmosphere of this place, it feels like home. The food is delicious, there’s lots of variety, and everything is well priced. The Lunch plates and Combination plates are some of the best deals for food in the city. Highly...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Chen Zhao -Google user

a month ago

About 8 or 9 years ago, when I was still in high school, I sometimes went to the restaurant by myself. As a Chinese student, I would order one secret dish (fried eggs with shrimp or stir-fried sliced pork with dried tofu, etc.) or just...Read More

$10–20Atmosphere: 51 person, 2 people, 3-4 people, 5-8 peopleNo waitIndoor dining area

Veronica Zaleha -Google user

Edited 2 months ago

Best Chinese restaurant in the Santa Cruz area. Our favorite. Great lunch specials until 4pm! Reopened after a remodel and as good as ever!

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 3Quiet, easy to talkNo waitIndoor dining areaHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selectionPlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Tequila_Joe -Google user

2 years ago

Excellent little place! The food is consistently good, and hot. The staff are always busy. Never just standing around. They definitely deserve a lot more attention and some more foot traffic! As a chef, I can say this is definitely a good spot for after the...Read More

Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Marie -Google user

3 years ago

My family has been going to Chinese Village for over 30 years. Started with my Mom and now 3 generations later we all continue to go there. Both in their original location and the current one. I take my grandkids there all the time. It...Read More

Lorena Arredondo -Google user

a year ago

Food was great and plentiful. Service is good and friendly however on this day they were busy and the waitresses seemed bothered unlike before. I may still go back for the food and price.

Dine inLunch$10–20Plenty of parkingFree parking lot

Linda T -Google user

8 years ago

I Love this restaurant for lunch or dinner! The servers are super nice and the food is so Good and Tasty!! They will add more additional Veggies to what ever dish you order and not charge more. The waitress Lin, she is my favorite server,, she...Read More

Carrie Hunt -Google user

5 years ago

First time here on vacation. I'm always sketchy about trying Chinese for the first time but this is now a must stop when we're here. Staff is super friendly and thorough with your order. Food was EXCELLENT! Potstickers, egg rolls, cream cheese wontons and the...Read More

Keith Lachenmyer -Google user

a year ago

I have eaten here since b4 I could I walk. I remember the restraint when it was at the original location b4 moving to Capitola Ave. Bestvm Chinese food I've ever had. I was raised off this restaurants menu.

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Garlic Chicken Chow Mein, Eggplant with Chicken over Steamed Rice Lunch Special, Kung PO Scallops over Rice, Garlic Shrimp over Rice, House Special Chicken, Garlic Scallops over Rice, Green Beans with Chicken or Beef, Shrimp & Vegetable over Rice, Alt & Pepper Chicken Wings over RicePlenty of parkingFree parking lot

Kathy Strain -Google user

2 years ago

The food was delicious! We ordered #3 it was more food than we could eat. The staff was very busy attending to all their customers needs. Highly recommend to have a meal here.

Rachit Arora -Google user

2 years ago

Ordered : Chicken chow mein + fried rice lunch special - 5/5. Awesome dish, but fried rice by default is pork fried rice. They were very accommodating in switching this to chicken fried rice especially after it had been served. Kung Pao Chicken - 5/5. Very flavorful,...Read More

Lunch$1–10

Jason Green -Google user

3 years ago

Great Chinese food. Been coming here for years. Nice owners/pleasant staff. Good value. Hard to go wrong with this place! I like the Wor Wonton Soup a lot. Nice that they have chili oil and spicy sauce. I always love coming here when I’m in...Read More

Michael Nazarian -Google user

2 years ago

I never expect much from American Chinese-food restaurants. With that being said, this place was great! Food was really nice, SoOoOo much better than an other “Hong Kong” Chinese-food place I had tried in town. You’ll enjoy this place, and it’s very reasonably priced.

Take outDinnerService: 5

Trevor Hicken -Google user

7 years ago

My friend and I came back from 9 months to eat and the owner still remembered us and sat us down to wherever was open. My appetizer the Bon Bon Chicken was really good. It was served promptly with the main meal. She even remembered...Read More

Charlotte Gauci -Google user

5 years ago

My favorite Chinese restaurant ever!! The food is amazing and the wait staff makes me so happy to be there. Even when I order take out I always order in the restaurant because the atmosphere is relaxing and everybody is so nice. If you haven't...Read More

dominic bryant -Google user

5 years ago

This is a very clean, respectful and locally owned restaurant. My first time going, just opening the food made me happy, it looked amazing. It tasted amazing too, I have come back multiple times now, same service and quality every time.

Burf -Google user

Edited 4 years ago

I've been going to Chinese Village since I was a little kid in the early 80's when it was at its old location on Portola. The food is outstanding! I've ordered many dishes and they've all been awesome. Some of my favorites are Kung Pao...Read More

Ryan Stack -Google user

2 years ago

Great food, service is lacking a bit, but only because they stay so busy. No complaints about this place. We pass 3-4 other Chinese food places on our way to come here.

Take outDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 3Pot Stickers

Robin Botwinick -Google user

a year ago

My husband and I ate in the restaurant. Friendly greeting at the door.We ordered Way too much on purpose, nothing like leftovers! Try the Wor Wonton Soup. It’s “to die for!”

Monica -Google user

a year ago

So good still, even with new owners. It's so expensive though if you want everything. Maybe next time we will just get a couple containers of won ton soup.

Jay S man -Google user

8 years ago

Great food and amazing service. Great for large groups, several large round tables. I personally recommend the Hunan Chicken and if you like pot stickers you have to try the best, and they are made here. I've been coming here for years...Read More

Andrew -Google user

3 years ago

The best food in the 831 area. Everything is so fresh the honey walnut shrimp and chicken fried rice is so delicious. The egg rolls are the best part they are fresh and come with orange sweet sauce.

E Z -Google user

2 years ago

Awesome food and plenty of parking. Super delicious and not greasy! Staff are super nice and friendly, will definitely be my new go-to for Chinese food!!

Brian Gibson -Google user

6 years ago

Been going for many years. Good food, reasonable price. Same family has owned it for as long as as I have been eating there. When I am feeling a little ill, I go in for the seaweed soup, it always has me feeling better 🤗🙏...Read More

Keith Craig -Google user

a year ago

Some of the best and tastiest Chinese I've ever had, $ 10 lunch special, Kung Pao chicken is super good and more than enough food.

Janice Bartholomew -Google user

Edited 3 years ago

I AM NOT KIDDING WHEN I SAY THAT THIS IS THE VERY BEST CHINESE FOOD EVER I HAVE EATEN..THE FLAVORS BURST IN UR MOUTH..I CANT SAY WHAT WAS BEST BECAUSE IT WAS ALL PERFECTION AUTHENTIC AND WONDERFUL..THE ATMOSPHERE WAS Humbly WELCOMING..THE …

Ruth Ingram -Google user

Edited 2 years ago

Food was just ok today. Definitely notice the changes now. Pretty bland and they changed the recipe for the Sizzling Rice soup. .☹️. Good but not as flavorful as before.

John Ferrigan -Google user

6 years ago

My family has been eating here for 20 years. Great food that sets the bar for other casual Chinese restaurants. Sally has great relationships with her regulars.

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