+1 925-999-8627
Situated in the heart of Dublin, CA, Grand Cafe stands out as a beacon of authentic Cantonese cuisine. This inviting restaurant crafts an exquisite dining experience that delights both longtime fans of Chinese food and curious newcomers alike. From the moment you step inside, the warm ambiance paired with spacious, comfortable seating sets the perfect tone for a relaxing meal with family or friends.
Grand Cafe’s menu is a treasure trove of Cantonese favorites, boasting generous portions that invite sharing—a hallmark of traditional Chinese dining. Their Fresh Shrimp in Rice Noodles offers a delicate, silky texture contrasted with the succulence of freshly caught shrimp. Meanwhile, the Sliced Beef Porridge is a comforting, rich dish that soothes and satisfies the palate with every spoonful. The classic Hainan Chicken Rice shines with its tender, juicy chicken and fragrant rice, making it a perennial crowd-pleaser.
For those craving depth and tradition, the Peking Duck arrives with crispy skin and tender meat, beautifully balancing smoky flavor with luscious richness. The Barbeque Chef's Choice Combination Platter is a flavorful voyage in itself, featuring an intriguing blend of five-spice marinated beef intestine, stomach, and spleen—an adventurous dish that underlines the kitchen’s mastery of authentic flavors.
Seafood lovers will relish the Dumpling Noodle Soup, where shrimp dumplings or wontons meet your choice of delicate egg noodles, flat rice noodles, or vermicelli in a soothing, aromatic broth. For vegetarians or those who appreciate refined vegetable dishes, the Fire Braised Japanese Tofu Claypot and the Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce offer bold, comforting tastes that perfectly complement the meal.
The attention to freshness and quality ingredients truly shines through every dish, and many patrons note an improvement in taste and portion size under Grand Cafe's current ownership. Customers like Gene C have praised the revamped menu for being tastier and more substantial, while Michael W. commends the kitchen for preparing dishes with just the right amount of oil, maintaining authentic flavors without heaviness.
Diners regularly highlight the restaurant's lively yet relaxed atmosphere—a welcoming space buzzing with the energy of fellow food lovers. Whether you come for a casual lunch or a festive family reunion, as Joann Kuo experienced with her large party, the staff’s attentive service and accommodating seating enhance every visit. Expect a short wait during busy weekends, which only reaffirms the place’s popularity among locals from across the East Bay.
What further sets Grand Cafe apart is its consistent ability to satisfy different palates and occasions. As Melvina Lu notes, the generous portions make it an ideal spot for group dining, where sharing plates like Sweet and Sour Pork, Roasted Pork, or the comforting Congee turns every meal into a communal celebration. Simon Lam’s testimony that it’s the best casual Cantonese restaurant in the East Bay area echoes the consensus that Grand Cafe delivers authentic flavors with a genuine passion.
For anyone looking to explore the rich tapestry of Cantonese cooking without leaving Dublin, Grand Cafe offers a truly memorable culinary journey. With each dish thoughtfully prepared and seasoned, it is a restaurant where warmth, taste, and hospitality come together to create an experience that lingers long after your last bite.
Contact Information:
3720 Fallon Rd, Dublin, CA 94568, United States
Phone: +1 925-999-8627
Under new ownership and team, Grade Cafe foods have changed for the better a year or two ago. The ambience and seating are the same. Portion are generally larger. And food taste better. If you are new to this place, try it. They have a large. For previous visitors before the change of management, it is worth trying their menu items again. The menu title remain stable but the ingredients and taste improved. Service is better.
I recently visited Grand Cafe with my mom, and we will definitely be back with the rest of the family and will invite friends here as well. The food here is delicious and the portion sizes are generous, making it perfect for sharing. While it may be a bit pricey for two people, you will probably get more value with a bigger group of people, especially since Chinese food is typically served family-style. You can taste the freshness in each dish, which makes the experience even better. We ordered the pork ribs in Peking sauce, rice noodle roll with shrimp, combination platter of duck and pork belly, and wonton noodle soup (forgot to snap a picture of this one, oopsies!). The service was top-notch! The staff was attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. They were conversational and checked in regularly to ensure we were enjoying both our food and our time there. In terms of cleanliness, the tableware were mostly clean. I don’t usually have high expectations at Chinese restaurants. The chopsticks provided were single-use wooden ones, so no concerns there. The interior and the tabletops were clean. At the end of the meal, the staff even helped us pack up our leftovers, which was a thoughtful gesture. Overall, Grand Cafe is a fantastic spot for a satisfying meal. The combination of delicious food, generous portions, and attentive service makes it a great choice for a family-style dining experience. Highly recommend!
I have tried many Chinese restaurants in the area, but this is my first time having lunch at Grand Cafe. They were pretty busy when I was there at lunchtime on Sunday, but I got a table with just a few minutes of wait. The restaurant has a nice dining room and attentive staff. The food is delicious and does not contain too much oil. The prices are reasonable. I’m happy to find one more restaurant that I like in the area.
We ordered 6 dishes and everything was very good (taste and portion). This is the best restaurant (for casual dinner at East Bay area (Oakland, San Leandro, Hayward, Castro Valley, Union City, and Fremont). There were many customers yesterday (Saturday) so go early to avoid the line if you want come to try.
Found this place for a family reunion that was mutually convenient for everyone. We had a party of 10 and they seated us at a big round table. They don't take reservations but the wait was only 15 minutes. Food was excellent. We got assorted vegetable dishes, chow fun, congee, tripe, roast pork belly. Peking duck, roast duck over rice. The Peking duck was very similar to the roast duck just sliced in Peking duck style. So not really peking duck. If you're feeling lazy, they have entire Peking duck meals but you have to ask them for the menu. We really like the Japanese fire clay pot tofu. Don't think you can go wrong with ordering a bunch of stuff. Good for sharing with big groups. Overall pretty happy with everything we ordered and everyone was full by the end. Service was super crazy fast. I don't know how they do it. Within 10 minutes of ordering, dishes started coming out one by one. Atmosphere was good.. clean and family friendly.
We had a wonderful dinner. We ordered extra for leftovers and that was a good call. The service was excellent and prompt. The ingredients were fresh and of excellent quality. The spicy salt tofu had a crisp exterior and a very smooth and very hot interior. It was a wonderful combo. It could use a bit more spicy salt though. The house chili paste was not to my taste, so was little used. The char sui was done to perfection. The texture was tender and juicy, though a little on the sweet side. Pea sprouts were tender and cooked to perfection. The ginger sauce chicken was very delicious as was everything else. The salted fish with pork clay pot rice was so delicious, I ate more than I intended. The crisp on the rice was perfect. The facilities was clean and the staff practiced safe procedures and spaced out dined in customers. We would definitely come back again.