Noodles Fresh | Berkeley CA Chinese Cuisine in Berkeley, CA

4.4(210)Berkeley, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.4 stars based on 210 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Large groups

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Berkeley, CA • 4.4★
Indulge in the Berkeley, California culinary scene with a visit to Noodles Fresh, a premier Chinese buffet destination. This beloved eatery has earned a stellar 4.4-star rating based on 210 reviews, a testament to its commitment to excellence. With an impressive all-you-can-eat spread, diners can enjoy a vast array of dishes, from savory beef tendon to delectable vegetarian options. Great lunch deals and excellent service have reviewers raving, with many praising the wonderful textures and tasty flavors of the dishes. Whether you're in the mood for a quick dine-in or a convenient takeout, Noodles Fresh has got you covered.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
2430 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704, USA, Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley, California
Phone
(510) 906-8800
Today
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
4.4 (210 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

8 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Black Bean Sauce Noodles×2Hainan ChickenTaiwanese Beef Soup

Also mentioned

Atmosphere LikePortions LargeQuality Of The Food LikeRestaurant CrowdedService

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Traditional Touches 🥢

Taiwanese regional cuisine · score 30/100
Authenticity score30/100
Taiwanese

Regional dishes detected

Rice Noodle

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.2 weighted · 210 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.4 from 210 reviews(↓ 0.17 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median210 / 220 median
01,100 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.4) with the city average (4.07) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1100+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Curbside PickupDogs Allowed

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Parking

Parking is available for customers.

Reviews

210 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How much does the lunch special cost?

The lunch special costs around $10.95, or $12.40 after tax, and includes a large bowl of noodle soup.

Are there vegetarian options available?

Yes, they have a good selection of vegetarian/vegan options, including the vegetarian goose.

What is the quality of the food like?

The food is delicious and fresh, with many items reminiscent of home-cooked meals.

Is the service good?

Yes, the service is great, with a nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

Are the portions large?

Yes, the portions are larger than other places, and the prices are more affordable.

What are some popular dishes?

Some popular dishes include the hainan chicken, black bean sauce noodles, and Taiwanese beef soup.

Is the restaurant crowded?

No, the restaurant is not usually crowded, even during lunch.

What is the atmosphere like?

The atmosphere is nice, with a family-owned feel and decorative teapots and teacups on the walls.

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Can I get a good deal on lunch?

Yes, the lunch special is a good deal, with a large bowl of noodle soup for around $10.95.

Are the noodles good?

Yes, the noodles are very good, with the rice noodles being a standout.

What is the rating of Noodles Fresh | Berkeley CA Chinese Cuisine?

Noodles Fresh | Berkeley CA Chinese Cuisine has a 4.4-star rating based on 210 customer reviews.

🌆Mixed Urban

A dense, diverse urban area with plenty happening in every direction.

A dense, diverse urban area with plenty happening in every direction.

Food & Dining
26
Transportation & Automotive
16
Government & Public Services
12
Retail & Shopping
8
Personal Care & Beauty
7
Recreation & Entertainment
6

106 nearby places across 15 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

106 places nearby (arts & culture, finance, food, government, healthcare)

Theaters & performance venues

Cornerstone Craft Beer & Live Music

Music Venue

~610 ft
+1-510-2148600Website

Museums & galleries

Artwork

Artwork

~0.2 mi

Banking

U.S. Bank

Bank

2479 Shattuck Avenue

~460 ft
Website
Chase

Bank

2352 Shattuck Avenue

~480 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00; Su closed
+1 510-665-7753Website
BluPeak credit union

Bank

2350 Shattuck Avenue

~590 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-16:00
+1-866-873-4968Website
USE Credit Union

Atm

~600 ft
Website
U.S. Bank

Bank

2333 Shattuck Avenue

~660 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su closed
Website
Mechanics Bank

Bank

2301 Shattuck Avenue

~850 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00

Restaurants

Noodles Fresh

Restaurant

2430 Shattuck Avenue

~30 ftMo-Su 11:00-21:00
+1-510-906-8800Website
North Beach Pizza

Restaurant

2420 Shattuck Avenue

~50 ft
Website
4 Dreams Nepali Indian Cuisine

Restaurant

2429 Shattuck Avenue

~210 ft
Website
Wiki Wiki Hawaiian BBQ

Restaurant

2417 Shattuck Avenue

~230 ftMo-Sa 11:00-21:00
+1 510-548-3936Website
Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya

Restaurant

2451 Shattuck Avenue

~270 ftMo 16:30-21:00; We,Th 17:00-21:00; Fr,Sa 16:30-21:30; Su 16:30-21:00
+1-510-705-1539Website
Nikko Sushi

Restaurant

2399 Shattuck Avenue

~320 ftMo-Su 12:00-20:30
+1-510-704-8224Website
Extreme Pizza

Fast Food

2360 Shattuck Avenue

~410 ft
Website
La Note

Restaurant

2377 Shattuck Avenue

~420 ft
Website
Southside Station

Fast Food

2504 Shattuck Avenue

~530 ft
Website
Musashi

Restaurant

2126 Dwight Way

~610 ftTu-Sa 17:00-21:00
+1-510-8432017Website
眷湘 Easterly

Restaurant

2323 Shattuck Avenue

~730 ftMo,We-Su 10:00-14:00,17:00-21:00; Tu off
+1 510-647-8008
Little Plearn Thai Kitchen

Restaurant

2283 Shattuck Avenue

~1010 ft
+1-510-704-1442

Cafes & Coffee

Qahwa Time

Cafe

2440 Shattuck Avenue

~90 ft
Website
Royal Ground Coffee

Cafe

2409 Shattuck Avenue

~280 ftMo-Sa 07:00-16:00; Su 07:00-15:00
+1-510-849-9888
Way Station Brew

Cafe

2120 Dwight Way

~570 ftMo-Su 08:00-18:00
Website
Yume Mori Matcha

Cafe

2319 Shattuck Avenue

~790 ft
Gold Bean Cafe

Cafe

2131 Durant Avenue

~890 ft
Binge Coffee House

Cafe

2199 Bancroft Way

~0.2 mi
Heroic Italian

Cafe

2020 Kittredge Street

~0.2 miWe-Su 11:30-19:00
+1-650-224-5999Website
Penelope's Coffee and Tea

Cafe

2255 Shattuck Avenue

~0.2 mi
Website
Hui Lau Shan

Cafe

2282 Fulton Street

~0.2 miMo-Tu 13:30-20:30; We 14:30-20:30; Th-Fr 13:30-21:00; Sa-Su 12:30-21:00

Grocery & Markets

Shattuck Market

Convenience

2441 Shattuck Avenue

~240 ftMo-Su 09:00-21:00
+1 510-703-0314

Bakeries & Desserts

Endless Summer Sweets

Confectionery

2358 Shattuck Avenue

~430 ft
Website

Bars & Pubs

Tip-Sea

Bar

2327 Shattuck Avenue

~710 ft
+1 510 7051185
Beta Lounge

Pub

2129 Durant Avenue

~840 ft
+1 510-845-3200Website
Tupper & Reed

Bar

2271 Shattuck Avenue

~0.2 miTu-We 17:00-24:00; Th-Sa 17:00-02:00; Su 17:00-24:00
+1 510 8594472Website

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~110 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~160 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~160 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~180 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~250 ft
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~250 ft

Postal services

Mailbox

Post Box

~320 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~470 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~640 ft

Public facilities

Drinking water

Drinking Water

~0.2 mi
Public restroom

Toilets

~0.2 mi
Public restroom

Toilets

~0.2 mi

Specialists

Berkeley Optometric Group

Optometrist

2414 Shattuck Avenue

~70 ft
Website

Pharmacy & medical supplies

Valor Compounding Pharmacy

Pharmacy

2461 Shattuck Avenue

~280 ft
Website
Independent life

Medical Supply

2036 Blake Street

~880 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su off
+1-510-263-2185Website

Other healthcare

Nang Sida Thai Yoga Massage

Massage

2124 Dwight Way

~600 ftMo-Su 10:00-20:00
+1-510-647-9228Website
Wonderful Spa

Massage

2195 Bancroft Way

~0.2 mi
Website

Other services

Golden Bear Smoke Shop

E Cigarette

2528 Shattuck Avenue

~720 ft
California Center for Innovative Transportation

Research Institute

2105 Bancroft Way

~940 ft
Website
National Writing Project

Yes

2105 Bancroft Way

~950 ft
Website
Stadium Apartments Leasing Office

Yes

2310 Fulton Street

~970 ft
Clock

Clock

~0.2 mi

Beauty & spa

Spa Nails and Hair

Beauty

2435 Shattuck Avenue

~210 ft
Jasmi Beauty & Threading

Beauty

2433 Shattuck Avenue

~210 ft
+1-510-241-8149
Glamour Nail Salon

Beauty

2522 Shattuck Avenue

~660 ft
Perspire Sauna Studio

Sauna

2598 Shattuck Avenue

~0.2 mi
Website

Hair services

Studio 19

Hairdresser

2395 Shattuck Avenue

~350 ft
Lili Hair Salong

Hairdresser

2510 Shattuck Avenue

~570 ft
Website

Body art

Philthy Clean Tattoo

Tattoo

2506 Shattuck Avenue

~550 ft
Website

Logistics & shipping

The UPS Store

Shipping

2342 Shattuck Avenue

~630 ftMo-Sa 10:00-16:30; Su 10:00-14:30
+1 510-843-8288Website
Berkeley Mailroom

Shipping

2124 Kittredge Street

~0.2 mi

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~370 ft
Bench

Bench

~420 ft
Bench

Bench

~430 ft
Bench

Bench

~480 ft
Bench

Bench

~520 ft
Bench

Bench

~520 ft

Places of worship

Berkeley Shambhala Center

Place Of Worship

2288 Fulton Street

~0.2 mi
Website

Specialty stores

Pegasus Books

Books

2349 Shattuck Avenue

~520 ft
Foster Coin and Publishing

Collector

2189 Bancroft Way

~0.2 mi
Website
Friends' Store

Books

~0.2 miMo 12:00-16:00; Tu-Sa 10:00-16:00; Su off
D. King Gallery

Books

2284 Fulton Street

~0.2 mi"by appointment only"
+1 510 5481062Website

Home & garden

Stonemountain and Daughter Fine Fabrics

Fabric

2518 Shattuck Avenue

~600 ft10:30-18:00
Website

Clothing & fashion

Crossroads Trading Co.

Clothes

2330 Shattuck Avenue

~660 ftMo-Sa 11:00-20:00; Su 11:00-19:00
+1-510-843-7600Website
Paul's Shoe Repair

Shoes

2281 Shattuck Avenue

~1030 ft
+1-510-843-1570
Paisley Vintage

Clothes

2181 Bancroft Way

~0.2 mi
Website

Gyms & fitness centers

Orangetheory Fitness

Fitness Centre

2475 Shattuck Avenue

~380 ft
+1 510-849-6404Website
Grass roots crossfit

Fitness Centre

~880 ft
Funky Door Yoga

Fitness Centre

2567 Shattuck Avenue

~930 ft
Website
UC Berkeley RecWell Fitness Studio

Fitness Centre

2295 Shattuck Avenue

~970 ft

Other transportation

Toyota Of Berkeley

Car

2400 Shattuck Avenue

~150 ft
Joes

Car

2555 Shattuck Avenue

~870 ft

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~170 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~190 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~200 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~230 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~240 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~260 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

2033 Haste Street

~260 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~310 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~320 ft
Parking facility

Parking

~340 ft

Vehicle rentals

Lyft

Bicycle Rental

~330 ft
Lyft

Bicycle Rental

~0.2 mi
Budget

Car Rental

2000 Kittredge Street

~0.2 mi
Website
Avis

Car Rental

2000 Kittredge Street

~0.2 mi
Website

Visitor information

IKE

Information

~530 ft
Morse Block

Information

~970 ft
Tupper & Reed Building

Information

~0.2 mi
Berkeley Public Library

Information

~0.2 mi
IKE

Information

~0.2 mi

Other utilities

Vending machine

Vending Machine

~0.2 mi