Ben's

4.5
(246 Reviews)
$Chinese
  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo

Ratings of Ben's

google
Google
4.8
(92 Reviews)
yelp
Yelp
4.3
(149 Reviews)
tripadvisor
TripAdvisor
4.0
(5 Reviews)

Happy Hours & Specials

Know a great happy hour or special for this location?


Photos

  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo
  • Business Photo

Location & Hours

Compact operation with an unassuming vibe serving homestyle rice & noddle dishes.

398 3rd St
Oakland, CA 94607
Monday
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Recent Reviews

google
Feb 2024
So, picture this: I stroll into Ben's joint expecting a flavor fiesta in my mouth, but what do I get? A lukewarm greeting and an interior that's as exciting as watching paint dry. Seriously, they need to hire an interior decorator who didn't flunk out of design school. Now, let's talk about the menu. It's like they threw darts at a Chinese takeout menu and whatever it landed on, they added. Variety is the spice of life, but Ben's takes it to a whole new level of confusion. General Tso's chicken meets sweet and sour pork in a bizarre dance of culinary chaos. But hey, the food wasn't a total disaster. It was edible, I guess. If you're into that kind of thing. I've had more exciting flavor explosions from a microwave dinner, though. And the portions? It's like they're rationing rice in a post-apocalyptic world. I left hungrier than a vulture at a vegan buffet. Service, oh boy. The waitstaff was about as attentive as a sloth on sedatives. I had to wave my arms like I was directing air traffic just to get a dang refill on my water. And don't get me started on the wait time – I could've grown a beard waiting for my Kung Pao chicken. Now, let's talk ambiance. The place is about as cozy as a Siberian prison cell. The lighting is so dim; I thought I was having dinner in a cave. And the decor? It's like they raided a thrift store from the '80s and said, "Yeah, this'll do." In conclusion, Ben's Chinese Cuisine is the kind of place you go to when you've lost all hope for a fantastic meal but still want to convince yourself you made a reasonable choice. It's not the worst, but it's not winning any culinary awards. Three stars, only because I'm feeling generous today. Cheers to mediocrity!
google
Nov 2023
Delicious food at great prices; The chicken fried rice is phenomenal. The restaurant itself could seriously benefit from a renovation and perhaps more outdoor seating. Parking: High crime area for vehicle break-ins, especially during daylight hours. Our windows get peered into at least half of the times we come here.
google
Sep 2023
Loved this place! I was visiting from Korea and I needed some Asian food with rice. The place is small and simple but Ben and the other perosn working there were very friendly. They offered hot tea, and more rice! Food was good and the prices were reasonable. I highly recommend!
google
Aug 2023
I absolutely love there noddles, I give them a 5 star just for the noddles and special sauce, and there rice is good, I not sure about every thing else on the menu.
google
Aug 2023
The restaurant is old and melancholy. In the kitchen, an old man is wok-warming. Can get hot tea for free.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ben's rating?
Ben's is rated an average of 4.5/5 stars across various online platforms.

Nearby Locations

Loading...

(510) 763-8336

398 3rd St, Oakland, CA 94607