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Golden China Restaurant - Salinas

4.5 204 reviews Closed 1250 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, United States

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Golden China Restaurant is a Chinese dining establishment located at 1250 N Main St in Salinas, CA. The restaurant offers a broad menu that includes traditional dishes such as Won Ton Soup, Beef Chow Mein, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and House Special Fried Rice. Signature items like Moo Shu dishes—served with four pancakes—and a variety of seafood options, including Shrimp with Lobster Sauce and Kung Pao Shrimp, are highlights for patrons seeking authentic flavors. The menu also features a selection of tofu-based dishes, such as Ma Po Tofu and Bean Cake with BBQ Pork, catering to diverse tastes. The setting is designed to provide a straightforward and comfortable dining experience without elaborate decor, focusing attention on the food itself. Golden China Restaurant is known locally for its classic approach to Chinese cuisine, presenting both lunch and dinner combos that appeal to those looking for familiar and satisfying meals in a casual atmosphere.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Golden China Restaurant - Salinas before visiting.

Reviews for Golden China Restaurant - Salinas

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204 reviews
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Review highlights

Based on 204 reviews

Golden China Restaurant in Salinas is widely praised for its consistent freshness and quality of food, offering authentic Chinese dishes that satisfy a variety of palates. Reviewers frequently highlight the restaurant’s speedy service and accommodating staff who are willing to customize menu items to meet individual preferences. The atmosphere is described as pleasant and welcoming, with ample parking and a convenient location adding to the overall dining experience. Patrons appreciate the value provided by reasonably priced, generously portioned meals, particularly noting that the food is best enjoyed hot with dine-in service. Traditional dishes, from Cantonese soups to crispy fried specialties, are prepared with attention to flavor and presentation, contributing to the restaurant's strong reputation in the local community. Overall, Golden China is regarded as a reliable option for those seeking satisfying, freshly made Chinese cuisine in a friendly and relaxed setting.

Yolanda Martinez
Jun 16, 2025

Great place for lunch, they are fast, the food is fresh and delicious, gracious host will modify menu items with no problem. Chicken taste like chicken!! Wonderful, low cost lunch menu!!

Kristian Lara
Jun 02, 2025

Everything about this restaurant is very good! Probably one of the best Chinese restaurants I've ever been to. The Shrimp Fried Rice had a reasonable amount of shrimp, the Sweet and Sour Chicken had a crispy taste, and the Abalone with Black Mushrooms had a savory flavor. Everything was made to perfection for me and there are no complaints I can make. I would recommend this place to other people interested in trying this type of food. It was very delicious for me.

Alexandra
Apr 22, 2025

Pleasant and calm atmosphere very welcoming. Fast and friendly service, convenient and lots of parking. Wait time to be seated depends on the size of your party. Food is best hot so dine in! Got the number 2 lung plate; combo chow mein, fried rice, sweet and sour pork, fried crab puff? Or maybe a fried won ton, spring roll/egg roll, with a side of won ton soup, and an extra side of white rice

Ching Chai
Apr 12, 2025

We need to made a stop at Salina on the way to SF so we are searching for chinese food dinner. Once I look at the Golden China food picture in Yelp I told my husband use must try this restaurant. First my husband was skeptical about the restaurant but once the dishes arrived our table he immediately change his mind. We order - West Lake Soup : this is a very traditional Cantonese style soup, minced beef, peas and carrot in a starchy egg white soup base, you can ask with or without cilantro garnish , or on the side. We usually will add tiny bit vinegar and pepper - Fried Chicken Wing - House Special Chow Fun - Walnut Shrimp ( should have order a veggie dish but we know that we won't be finish all and at can't it the left over since we are traveling) Their portion of each plate is HUGE! Every dish we ordered we enjoy it so much! Fast and friendly service, clean environment, delicious food ! One more happy and satisfied customer I am highly recommended for travelers or local!

Brenda Mercado
Apr 09, 2025

Great food, great prices. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good place in town. Even my picky daughter ate everything on her plate. Like I said, everything is freshly made to order!

Alexis Kuno
Apr 06, 2025

Not a bad little place to visit! The customer service is great they were friendly and speedy with my family on our vacay. The food was good and reasonably priced for the amount. Most plates we shared so keep in mind the portions are pretty good to share. We thank you for being so kind for our dinner and having good food before we head home tomorrow. I added a few plates of our shared food between 9 people.

T K
Mar 22, 2025

This was a great stop for a lunch. Food was very good and portion size so big!

jesse banwell
Mar 18, 2025

For 35 we got sweet and sour pork, cashew chicken, pork fried rice, chicken chow mein, 2 servings of wonton soup, plus 2 egg rolls and 2 fried prawns. HUGE portions. An unbelievable amount of food for the price, and it was all delicious. (With 2 sodas and tax it came to 46, still a steal). This was the "family dinner #3" for 2 people. If you want to order specific entrees instead, it is a lot more money, they seemed to average close to 15 each. Still would be worth it, but the family dinners are insanely affordable. You can see everything in the photo except the appetizers. Service was very good, with two strange exceptions. We had to ask for plates once the food started coming out, and I heard the table behind us do the same. Also, at the end we were brought the check, but then he never came back for my card as you would expect. Still, service was very good over all. Polite and attentive. Definitely going back!

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Quick info

Address
1250 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
Chinese restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday (Today) Closed
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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