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Established in 1992, Hunan Restaurant has been serving the community with welcoming customer service paired with a friendly atmosphere that will be memorable. Our entrees are made to order and ingredients are always fresh. The staff welcomes you as they take their customers to a journey of the selective and authentic Chinese gourmets.
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Has the prices on Grubhub went up? We added 4 items on the app and it was $82 after all fees. Surely this can't be right?
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On Door Dash, I noticed that there is delivery for Hunan but I don't see my Crispy Chicken with Jalapeno on their menu. Is this not available for delivery?
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- Sandy L.San Leandro, CA92591142Jan 25, 2024
Yo, this spot is a gem in San Leandro! It's now my go to for Chinese American food. The chow fun had enough wok hei and it wasn't greasy at all. I wanted a second . The hunan chicken was so crunchy and flavorful as well. I could've eaten a second of that too haha. Despite being super busy, they were really attentive in taking our order, refilling our water and getting our food out quickly. There were so many regulars the waitresses knew on a first name basis too.
My husband and I left raving and can't wait to be back to try their other dishes.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Mar 28, 2024
Ordered take out on a weekday over the phone and the food was ready to pick up when I arrived. The food is made to order and is piping hot when I got it which I appreciate. The staff is super friendly and the place looks clean.
I ordered 2 lunch specials - beef with broccoli and Hunan chicken. The food is overly seasoned - either too sweet or too salty. Based on what I ordered, I will say this place serves americanized Chinese food rather then authentic Chinese food.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Jan 26, 2024
Came here due to the high reviews but the food was quite disappointing. Called ahead to get it quicker. We got takeout so can't really comment much on the service. However the staff was quite fast with our takeout and quickly got our order when we arrived. Small home style place so it might get a bit loud if you eat inside and it's filled with customers. Off to the food review!
2.7/5 Mongolian beef - Was hoping for some tender beef with some slightly Blanched onions and veggies. Sadly everything is overcooked and with sauce slathered all over it. Making everything just slime-y and chewy. Not that good but still edible
2/5 crab meet cheese puffs - Chewy, and stale exterior makes it really tough to bite through. To make it worse each puff has almost no filling and more of an empty shell.
3.8/5 Beef chowfun - Pretty standard chow fun, noodles tasted great and beef was decent as well. Bean sprouts and green onions also complement the noodles quite well.
3.5/5 House fried rice - The portion was huge on this. It was okay, a bit too much one flavor which is soy sauce but it's still pretty decent. The mixed in meat and veggies changes the textures up every bite, makes it never get too boring.
2.8/5 sautéed green beans - the beans didn't taste fresh at all. There was no snap in the beans and each bite was a bit sad. Decent flavor but there was no texture at all. Everything was quite soft and mushy, not sure if it was suppose to be like this.
Not a great place as I expected better esp after seeing the high reviewsHelpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Susan B.Norfolk, MA018666Apr 19, 2024
Really topnotch ingredients, fresh crisp green beans. Beef sliced thinly without fat, tender white meat chicken. Got sesame chicken, beef and green beans. Crispy well seasoned chicken and sauce.
The service was very hospitable, and efficient. Cant wait to go back!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Sep 2, 2023Updated review
Sept 2023 review. My husband and I gave Hunan 2 last chances to see if they have improved. On Friday I had ordered a Crispy Chicken lunch special and a Mongolian Beef Special and they were both delicious! No problems what so ever. I had a $5 off coupon for any order through my special Door Dash benefits when you use a World or World Elite MasterCard.
So today my husband took the turn of ordering from Hunan but there was not lunch specials. It was not good. The order consisted of Fried Prawns, Pork Fried Rice and Crispy Chicken. The Crispy Chicken had traces of bones on a few of the pieces I ate and my husband said there were shells inside the prawns. Also he put in the notes that he wanted hot mustard and it was not included.
The quality of the food has tanked. It is not the same delicious food anymore as it was when we were regularly coming into Vanessa's store to eat in person.
Sadly we will not order from Hunan again as we have been checking out other places and the Chinese Food had some better taste. Yes there are lots of positive ratings for her business but as a picky foodie, both my husband and I, it's just a no for us.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 2Oh no 0Jan 17, 2023Previous reviewIt breaks my heart to reduce this rating to two but the quality of the food is not what it used to be. My husband and I ordered for delivery today and it just did not taste right. It had a different flavor or style than we are accustomed to.
The taste was not appeasing. pre-pandemic, the food was awesome. But not this time. It was $50 for 2 lunch specials after you add in fees and taxes plus tip. Not a great lunch.
As much as we love Flora and Vanessa, the prices have gone up significantly and the style of the food has changed somehow.
We can get a far better deal with Tin Fu or Great River in Hayward and it does not cost that much........
Very sad because this was our favorite Chinese Restaurant..........Jan 27, 2022Previous review2022 Update - My husband and I still can't go out due to our situation, but I can guarantee you that whether or not you dine in or take out your food, Vanessa and Flora and their team lovingly put lots of effort into each item you order.
Every order always arrives hot and fresh from a delivery service and they pay attention to the special requests in the order. My husband always likes so change it up with different dishes but I stick to my Crispy Chicken with Jalapeno and Pork Fried rice with no soy sauce.
As you can see from the photos the portions are awesome, you can easily eat some at dinner and have some for breakfast.
If you dine in or take out there is parking in the back of the Restaurant. It's kind of a tight space to turn onto from Hesperian, so if you prefer, turn onto Hacienda, then onto Via Arriba, and then onto Quigley Road which really does not seem like one, but to each their own. Parking is easily accessible more that way.Oct 16, 2021Previous reviewVanessa and Flora have upgraded their packaging for take out orders, it used to be the styro-foam packaging and now its more sturdy take out boxes which is much appreciated and makes reheating and serving more easy as the previous packaging was subject to wear and tear.
Still they have awesome food and great fast service from Door Dash so I appreciate them and their team for all the hard work they do to serve up delicious chinese food.Apr 5, 2021Previous reviewDecided to support local during this pandemic - I had no Idea Hunan was on DoorDash! Ordered Sweet and Sour Chicken and BBQ Pork Fried Rice, Vanessa, Flora and team continue to offer quick service! Even through the App!
It was delivered very quickly and hot and fresh! Special directions were carefully followed! (No Soy Sauce)
One thing I'd like to see on the menu is Crispy Jalapeno chicken. I looked all over on the menu and was bummed that I could not find it :( It needs to be added to DD :)May 14, 2020Previous review#ThankYouThursday
I'd like the thank Vanessa , Flora and Staff for continuing to work very hard at keeping Hunan open and the prices very affordable during this pandemic while serving excellent quality food.
You have not had Chinese until you have had Hunan!Apr 25, 2020Previous reviewEven though this Covid 19 situation has us still staying at home unless we have to go out for food or essentials, we are delighted that Vanessa and her staff works hard and keeps Hunan open for Takeout.
If you are wondering what's on the menu, attached to this review is the menu from the business. Please note that there are lunch break hours when the business is not open.Apr 4, 2020Previous reviewVanessa and her staff continue to work hard and deliver quality food at great prices during this health predicament. To keep us all safe, she has created a safety distance for us when you walk in the door and will make sure your orders come out quick and efficiently.
Also just a heads up to regulars and new people wanting to order take out during the health crisis. She has locked the side door so if you have to go into the front door.
To make sure everyone is safe entering the front door and not to block the entrance toward the front door it is suggested to go down Hacienda, turn immediately on Via Arriba, and the parking lot is on the right, then enter the front.
Otherwise please watch out for pedestrians going to the front of the entrance if you're trying to turn from the street on Hesperian.Mar 21, 2020Previous reviewPlease support local take out businesses Vanessa is open during the shelter in place for walk in and take out.
Jan 10, 2020Previous review*2020 Update*
Vanessa and Flora continue to provide an exceptional experience at this restaurant. There are lots of choices to choose from and I see groups coming in here all the time to dine in. Maybe they came from work, maybe its a dinner night out for the family, it's perfect for all occasions. You can even call in advance if you know you're going to have a large group.
*Personal Favorites*
-Crispy Jalapeno Chicken
-Sweet and Sour Chicken
-Fried Rice
-Tsing Tao Beer
(Husband's favorites - well it varies from time to time but he does love the plum wine here as its a natural type of plum wine, not like the Takara or Plum Fu -Ki wines that are found at BevMo!)
*Payment Types*
Hunan accepts cash and will also accept credit cards. However they require that your minimum total is $20.
The building entrance is from the outside near the street but people go in the back way as the parking lot is in the back. (Some go into the front from the back though, just a little extra walking that's all)
Some thoughts about the parking lot (Not the fault of the owners)
*The entrance is narrow , be mindful of your speed going in here from Hesperian. Do not attempt to exit that way as there may be other cars trying to turn that way. Use the exit in the back to get back onto the street and onto Hesperian if that's the way you're going.
*Getting back onto the streets at night may be challenging from the parking lot, cars parked on the side of the road due to lack of actual parking spaces can create a blind spot so be careful turning left or right.
*OVERALL*
Hunan is just our favorite Chinese Restaurant hands down.Nov 24, 2019Previous reviewJust a small update to this review- if you're expecting to eat here, they will be closed Thanksgiving week!
Feb 24, 2019Previous reviewI think it's time for an update on my review.... Since the last review...
Vanessa and Flora continue to deliver an exceptional dining experience with serving Chinese food and has not dropped on quality of all the times we've been going there.
I think my favorite all the time when I go there is the Crispy chicken with jalapeno and pork fried rice. And my husband, he likes something different.
The Tsing Tao beer is one of my favorites but my husband developed a new taste for their plum wine. Had a sip of his and it's awesome!
Did you know that you can reserve tables here for large groups ahead of time? Call to ask, you can do that!
One thing to remember, the parking is in the back. You can enter at the front of the store, or the back of the store. Just remember that during the day, they take a break for lunch before resuming service. I believe that time is 3pm to 4:30 pm. Call to confirm!
If you are paying by card, there is a $20 minimum for using your card, otherwise cash is king, and remember to tip because the service there is awesome.
A real gem in San Lorenzo!Apr 16, 2016Previous reviewBeer and Chinese Food :) We always get Hunan Pork, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and Pork Fried Rice and it's served nice and hot. (Always freshly made to order). People who run this place are very friendly and has us coming back for more. And YES... I mentioned beer. They do serve that there as well.
- Karl S.San Bruno, CA5455Mar 30, 2024
Family owned, food is great and always fresh.
Service is quick and timely and though I have never eaten in the restaurant itself it gives you that "whole -in-the-wall" vibe which everyone knows are the best places to eat. The food and friendly staff reflect that assumptionHelpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - 1681167Dec 18, 2023Updated review
This is still our go to restaurant. The food is so fresh and tasty. The service is always excellent. It's cozy inside and you get a lot of food for your money.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Jul 1, 2021Previous reviewThis is the only Chinese restaurant I will eat at. This is my husband and It's got to restaurant. They make everything to order and use the best ingredients I've never been let down.
- Dec 30, 2022Updated review
Been coming here for years and it still is and will continue to be a favorite of mine! Staff is friendly and remembers you, the quantities are very large, you can split everything between at least two people, and of course the food always comes out fast, piping hot and de-li-cious!
Favorites:
Potstickers - arrives in a cute boat shaped tray and are huge! Could potentially be a whole meal for someone who eats small
Wonton soup - served steaming hot and tasty
Chow mein - we always get it with pork, the strips are long and flavorful, noodles are thick and juicy
Hunan chicken - always fried perfectly and awesome tanginess
Sesame chicken - also always fried perfectly and such great taste
While we usually stick with the above main dishes, we do switch off every so often and regardless of what we get, we always leave happy and stuffed. Can never wait for our next visit!Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 4Oh no 1Nov 8, 2014Previous reviewBest. Chinese. Food. Around.
Everything on the menu is perfectly flavored and served in large quantities that completely fill you up every time! I've been coming here for years and the staff is always very friendly and serves up the drinks and food quickly.
As I type I'm sitting here eating some amazingly flavorful chicken chow mien, hunan beef, shrimp fried rice and egg flower soup while sipping some hot tea. I'm glad to be living right around the corner so I can swing by whenever I'm craving this amazing little place. - Veronica P.Rancho Cordova, CA082Mar 7, 2024
Food is absolutely delicious. Delivered hot. I had the house chow mein and sweet & sour chicken. I will be back.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Debbie D.Castro Valley, CA01859Oct 27, 2023
Excellent new found favorite for Chinese food. Tired of mediocre Chinese food near home, decided to check out other places close enough to pick up and take home. Glad we have Hunan a try. This is our new go to place.
We decided to try their chicken Chow fun, BBQ pork egg foo young and fried prawns our usual choice at any Chinese restaurant, with picking it up our self we decided to also order the won ton soup, delicious. At first we we're going to do GrubHub then decided to call in the order and pick it up ourselves to save $20 delivery fees, glad we made the right decision. Tired of all the added fees being charged, no way, I'm not lazy and that's ridiculous.
Will definitely do this again when wanting Chinese food. The Lady I spoke to was polite and friendly, more so when I entered the restaurant. Thank you for a pleasant experience.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0
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