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Chef Chu's
Chinese Restaurant$$$$
North Los Altos, Los Altos
"One of my favorites Chinese places in the bay area."(5 Tips)
"The garlic eggplant is excellent."(4 Tips)
"Try Hot & Sour Soup - the best soup in the menu!"(10 Tips)
"The eggplant and the pot stickers are excellent."(8 Tips)
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Alex TsuMay 23, 2017Rare is the Chinese restaurant that successfully caters to both a Chinese and non-Chinese crowd. Chef Chu's is one of that select few. You can't go wrong with their menu!
EArchitectAugust 12, 2014One of the best if not the best Chinese restaurant in Palo Alto. Try the Hong Kong-style Crispy Pan-Fried Noodles. Delicious!
DailyCandyDecember 31, 2013"This family-friendly spot near Palo Alto, California, has been a mainstay for more than 35 years. Special family dinner menus for two, three, or five people make ordering a breeze."
DebbieAugust 2, 2013My grandpa's 90th bday dindin. Food. Was. Amazing! Chef Chu came out for a personal meet n greet. For dessert, hot almond soup with tiny delicately made sesame-filled mochi balls.
Boyenga TeamJuly 22, 2022I took my family here and we loved it! The broccoli and beef was a close runner up to the lovers prawn but seriously, you can order anything and be satisfied. Big thumbs up from Boyenga Team!
Cesar FonsecaSeptember 2, 2016Everything is freshly made by authentic Chinese chefs, and you can taste the difference. Always a smarter choice over PF Chang's and others- Jiading HuJanuary 14, 2017One of the best chinese food in bay area! Peking roast duck is good. You need to call them to ask if available before you go.
Generals chicken, Kung-Pao chicken and chicken chow-mein are my go to dishes. Each one is great. Service is always superb too!
Matt RaftApril 4, 2019Avoid “famous” chicken salad. Egg/veggie rolls were great. The duck looked great. Tangerine beef was ok. Service was excellent. Try to visit w/ 2 ppl & choose the inclusive option on back of the menu.
Linda UngerJune 25, 2011Green beans with garlic sauce, hot & sour soup & friendly welcome make this place a winner! Check out celebs on wall & mention 4 square for nice surprise!
Lee CollingsDecember 18, 2013Been come here for years. Very good place but can be crowded. Make reserves or get there early. Whole menu is great!
Bikash MishraJuly 23, 2017The Mongolian beef was delicious but the classic dry braised prawns and the potstickers were a bit of a let down.- One of my favorites Chinese places in the bay area. Mongolian beef and fried rice are awesome
Liz DellMay 27, 2013Always solid Chinese, hands down best in Los Altos. Pork buns are delish and the Chef's specials are standouts.
Aron FletcherJanuary 1, 2014The Hot and Sour soup is the best around! The potstickers , great too! Edwin the bartender is Fantastic!!
Harsha JagadishApril 25, 2013There are good veggie options too on the menu. I liked the veg pot stickers and the beans with Mapo tofu. Hve fun
Busy, busy, busy - there's got to be a reason... it's delicious that's the reason.
Miller SMarch 31, 2013Try the Basil Chicken in clay pot! Spicier than I expected and great complexity in the sauce!
Nitin MangtaniNovember 24, 2011Try hot & sour soup, clay oven veggies with tofu, pot stickers and lettuce wraps, all available in veggie options.
My favorite Chinese restaurant hands down. Check it out. You won't regret it. Oh and don't forgot to try the crab cheese puffs. Amazing.
Chao ma noodles are really good, big scallops and fresh shrimp
Dinner here tonight. Pepper beef, general chicken, spring rolls and pot stickers. Oh and cocktails. Review: awesome as usual. You really can't go wrong!
The chicken salad is the best in Silicon Valley. And sizzling rice soup rocks! Busy but efficient on a Sunday night.
jan hubertJuly 20, 2013It's a classic! Would have never known about it if I hadn't gone with a local. Authentic old world Chinese.
Lisa LighterJanuary 13, 2012First time here and it feels like family! Ask for chefs son....free dessert! Look for the mayor, cool guy!
Shaun CramptonOctober 31, 2010Snow white chicken was delicious but very delicate. If you want something more intense best to try a richer sauce.
Chinese New Year's banquets are always an amazing event with Chef Larry Chu providing play-by-play for the eight-course extravaganza.
- Once again. Another awesome meal at Chef Chus. Really the best in the Bay Area. If you know of a better, please let me know. I don't think it exists ...
- J CruzJuly 9, 2010Hey just found out if you check in with owners son at the front desk and tell him you just checked in at foursquare he will give you a free dessert. Sweeeet!
Justin JeongJanuary 27, 2013Pretty good, Chef Lawrence came out and greeted us and thanked us for coming.
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- Mon–Fri
- 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Noon–10:00 PM
(650) 948-2696
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