Great River Chinese Restaurant hayward CA foothill in Hayward, CA

4.1(141)15.49 - 21.99Hayward, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.1 stars based on 141 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Hayward, CA • Price 15.49 - 21.99 • 4.1★
Great River Chinese Restaurant in Hayward, California is a top destination for an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet experience. With a rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 141 reviews, this restaurant consistently exceeds expectations. Visitors rave about the attentive service, with one reviewer noting that the waitress was 'incredibly attentive and took great care of our group.' The menu offers a wide range of options, including servesLunch, servesDinner, and servesVegetarianFood, making it a great choice for any meal. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely lunch, Great River Chinese Restaurant is the perfect spot.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages.
Address
22218 Foothill Blvd #2711, Hayward, CA 94541, USA, Hayward Hills, Hayward, California
Phone
(510) 581-3456
Today
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Price
15.49 - 21.99
Rating
4.1 (141 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

🦀Fresh seafood

Quality crab and seafood options

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Before you go

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

**ServesDinner**×2**ServesVegetarianFood**×2Attentive Service×2Including **ServesLunch**×2Making It A Great Choice For Any Meal×2Chicken Fried Rice· $12.99Hot· $12.99Mongolian Beef· $16.99Sour Soup· $12.99Westlake Beef Soup

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 30/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score30/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
10/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Under $16 per person
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Traditional Touches 🥢

Chinese regional cuisine · score 35/100
Authenticity score35/100
Authentic

Regional dishes detected

Hot And Sour

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 31/100 · 3 positive signals
Full night out score31/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
6/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Cinema within walking distance
  • Entertainment nearby

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.2 weighted · 141 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.1 from 141 reviews(↑ 0.05 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median141 / 247 median
01,235 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.1) with the city average (4.18) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1235+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Pricing

Price range 15.49 - 21.99
Price range15.49 - 21.99
Menu items include pricing. See the menu section for item details.

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Limited vegetarian optionsAccepts credit cardsQuietGood for Lunch, DinnerPrivate lot parkingBeer & wine only

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCateringOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Popular Dishes

6 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Hot Sour Soup$13.9914 mentions
  • Pork or Vegetable Egg Rolls$10.9911 mentions
  • Hong Kong Style Pan Fried Noodle$17.9910 mentions
  • Kung Pao Chicken$15.996 mentions
  • House Fried Rice$15.994 mentions
  • Cashew Chicken$15.993 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

64 items with prices
  • A. Family Dinner - Serves 2 People$43.98

    Egg rolls and fried wonton, hot & sour soup (spicy), kung pao chicken (spicy), sweet & sour pork, pork fried rice and cookie.

  • A. Family Dinner - Serves 3 People$64.97

    Egg rolls and fried wonton, hot & sour soup (spicy), kung pao chicken (spicy), sweet & sour pork, pork fried rice, cookie and broccoli beef.

  • A. Family Dinner - Serves 4 People$85.96

    Egg rolls and fried wonton, hot & sour soup (spicy), kung pao chicken (spicy), sweet & sour pork, pork fried rice, cookie, broccoli beef and sizzling beef plate.

  • A. Family Dinner - Serves 5 People$106.95

    Egg rolls and fried wonton, hot & sour soup (spicy), kung pao chicken (spicy), sweet & sour pork, pork fried rice, cookie, broccoli beef, sizzling beef plate and mu shu pork.

  • B. Deluxe Dinner for Three$55.99

    Egg rolls and fried prawns, wor wonton soup, Szechuan prawns (spicy), Mongolian lamb (spicy), prawns fried rice.

  • A. Family Dinner - Serves 6 People$127.94

    Egg rolls and fried wonton, hot & sour soup (spicy), kung pao chicken (spicy), sweet & sour pork, pork fried rice, cookie, broccoli beef, sizzling beef plate, mu shu pork and Szechuan prawns (spicy).

  • Deluxe Dinner for Two$44.99

    Egg rolls, fried prawns, crab rangoons, broccoli beef, Szechuan chicken, 什錦炒飯 / mixed fried rice, 酸辣湯 / hot sour soup.

  • Special Dinner for Four$62.99

    Wonton soup, egg rolls, pork stickers, fried wonton, cashew chicken, sweet & sour pork, pork fried rice, 什錦炒麵 / mix chow mein.

  • 15. 酸辣湯 / Hot Sour Soup$13.99

    Spicy.

  • 2. Pork or Vegetable Egg Rolls (4 Pieces)$11.99

    Crispy egg rolls filled with your choice of pork or vegetables, served in a set of four.

  • 6. Assorted Appetizers$14.99

    2 egg rolls, 2 crab rangoons, 2 fried prawns, 4 fried wontons.

  • 23. Shredded Pork in Garlic Sauce$15.99

    Spicy.

  • 24. 糖醋裏脊 / Peking Style Pork$15.99

    Crispy pork chop in chef's special sauce.

  • 26. Mandarin Pork Chop$15.99

    Spareribs deep fried with sweet & sour cherry sauce.

  • 27. Cherry Pork$15.99

    Fried pork cubes in chef's special thick cherry sauce.

  • 28. Dry Fried Spareribs$15.99

    Pork chop style.

  • 29. Mongolian Beef$17.99

    Spicy.

  • 31. Szechuan Beef$16.99

    Spicy.

  • 39. Sizzling Beef Plate$18.99

    Beef, baby corn, bell pepper & onions in house special sauce.

  • 44. Cashew Chicken$15.99

    Come with fried rice or steamed rice. chow mein charge $2.00

  • 45. 宮保雞丁 / Kung Pao Chicken$15.99

    Spicy.

  • 49. Chicken in Garlic Sauce$15.99

    Spicy.

  • 50. Mandarin Chicken$15.99

    Crispy chicken wings & drumstick in spicy sauce.

  • 57. Ginger Chicken Mandarin Style$15.99

    Mandarin style crispy chicken in ginger & soy sauce.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

141 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 141 reviews, with an average rating of 4.1 stars.
  • Positive review text points to mongolian grill, shrimp, service, and takeout.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

How is the service at Great River Chinese Restaurant?

The service is nice, helpful, and attentive, but can be slow at times.

What are some popular dishes at Great River Chinese Restaurant?

Popular dishes include Mongolian beef, chicken fried rice, Westlake beef soup, and Hot and Sour soup.

Is Great River Chinese Restaurant a good value for the price?

Some customers find it reasonably priced, while others feel it's not worth the cost.

How is the food quality at Great River Chinese Restaurant?

Some customers find the food delicious and nicely cooked, while others have had issues with their orders.

How is the parking at Great River Chinese Restaurant?

The parking lot can be empty at times, but it can also be busy.

Are there vegetarian options available at Great River Chinese Restaurant?

Yes, there are vegetarian options, such as chop suey and vegetable dishes.

Is Great River Chinese Restaurant a good option for a relaxing meal?

Yes, some customers find it a nice place to relax and chill out.

Are the portions at Great River Chinese Restaurant generous?

Yes, some customers find the portions to be generous.

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How is the authenticity of the Chinese food at Great River Chinese Restaurant?

The restaurant is described as serving authentic Chinese food.

How is the flavor of the food at Great River Chinese Restaurant?

Some customers find the flavors to be spot-on and delicious.

Is Great River Chinese Restaurant a family-owned restaurant?

Yes, it is described as a family-owned restaurant.

Is Great River Chinese Restaurant a good option for a group of people?

Yes, some customers have had positive experiences with groups.

🌃Nightlife & Entertainment

In the heart of the action — bars, lounges, and entertainment nearby.

In the heart of the action — bars, lounges, and entertainment nearby.

Food & Dining
18
Transportation & Automotive
12
Recreation & Entertainment
8
Religious & Spiritual
6
Government & Public Services
4
Retail & Shopping
3

62 nearby places across 12 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

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

Theaters & performance venues

Century Theatres

Cinema

~0.5 mi

Banking

U.S. Bank

Bank

~0.6 mi

Restaurants

Golden Safari

Restaurant

22431 Foothill Boulevard

~0.3 miTu-Sa 11:00-14:45, 16:00-20:00; Mo 12:00-20:00
+1-510-460-9625Website
Round Table Pizza

Restaurant

~0.4 mi
Pho Hoa Ty

Restaurant

21849 Mission Boulevard

~0.4 mi
Siam Palace

Restaurant

22545 Foothill Boulevard

~0.5 mi
Haha Sushi Ramen

Restaurant

22560 Foothill Boulevard

~0.5 mi
Kokyo Sushi Buffet

Restaurant

~0.5 mi
Panda Express

Fast Food

~0.5 mi
Korean House

Restaurant

702 A Street

~0.6 mi
Erik's DeliCafé

Fast Food

871 B Street

~0.6 miMo-Fr 10:00-20:00, Sa-Su 11:00-19:00
Hayward City Pho

Restaurant

855 B Street

~0.6 mi

Bars & Pubs

Turf Club

Bar

22519 Main Street

~0.5 miMo-We 16:00-02:00,Th-Fr 15:00-02:00,Sa-Su 12:00-02:00
+1-510-881-9877Website
Buffalo Bill's Brewery

Pub

~0.5 mi
The Dirty Bird Lounge

Bar

926 B Street

~0.6 mi
Website
Stein Lounge

Pub

~0.6 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Starbucks

Cafe

799 Mission Boulevard

~0.5 mi
+1 510-728-1853Website
The Early Bird Coffee

Cafe

926 B Street

~0.6 mi
Website
Peet's Coffee

Cafe

~0.6 mi

Bakeries & Desserts

Cold Stone Creamery

Ice Cream

22503 Mission Boulevard

~0.6 mi

Waste management

Recycling center

Recycling

~0.3 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.3 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.6 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.6 mi

Other healthcare

Golden Tree Spa

Massage

~0.5 mi

Specialists

Hayward Optometry

Optician

865 B Street

~0.6 miMo-Fr 9:30-18:00; Sa 9:30-14:00; Su off
Website

Other services

VMR Fun Party Event Planner & Party Rentals

Party

~0.6 mi
Asli Hookah Lounge & Smoke Shop

Hookah Lounge

~0.6 mi

Hair services

Supercuts

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi

Beauty & spa

Royal Nail Bar

Beauty

22600 Foothill Boulevard

~0.5 miMo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 10:00-18:00
+1 510-398-8941Website

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~0.3 mi
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Bench

~0.3 mi
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Bench

~0.6 mi
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Bench

~0.6 mi

Other recreation & entertainment

Japanese Gardens

Park

22372 N. Third Street

~0.3 miMo-Su 08:30-16:00
Website
DeAnza Park

Park

~0.3 mi
Recreation & entertainment venue

Picnic Site

~0.6 mi

Gaming & arcades

High Scores Arcade

Amusement Arcade

1051 B Street

~0.5 mi

Places of worship

Pentecostal Church

Place Of Worship

~860 ft
Four Square Church

Place Of Worship

~0.4 mi
Eden Congregational Church

Place Of Worship

~0.5 mi
Hayward Church of Christ

Place Of Worship

22307 Montgomery Street

~0.5 mi
Website
First Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi
Seventh Day Adventist Church

Place Of Worship

~0.6 mi

General retail

Dollar Tree

Variety Store

22487 Foothill Boulevard

~0.4 miMo-Sa 08:00-21:00, Su 08:00-20:00
+1-510-581-1903Website

Specialty stores

Books on B

Books

1014 B Street

~0.5 miTu-Fr 10:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-17:00
Smoke 11-7 Whatever Shop

Tobacco

~0.6 mi

Social facilities & assisted living

Casa Sandoval

Social Facility

1200 Russell Way

~0.3 mi24/7
+1-510-996-5944Website
Mission Hope Day Program

Social Facility

~0.5 mi

Gyms & fitness centers

City Sports

Fitness Centre

22327 Foothill Boulevard

~930 ftMo-Th 05:00-23:00; Sa-Su 08:00-20:00; Fr 05:00-22:00
+1-510-780-3321Website

Sports facilities

Big 5 Sporting Goods

Sports

22400 Foothill Boulevard

~0.4 mi

Martial arts studios

Hayward Aikido

Dojo

1024 B Street

~0.5 mi

Parking facilities

Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~670 ft
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.2 mi
Parking facility

Parking

~0.5 mi
Parking facility

Parking

~0.5 mi
Parking entrance

Parking Entrance

~0.6 mi
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Parking Entrance

~0.6 mi
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Parking Entrance

~0.6 mi

Other transportation

S&R motors

Car

~0.4 mi
Premium Auto

Car

~0.6 mi
Elete Motors

Car

21227 Mission Boulevard

~0.6 mi

Vehicle parts & accessories

Napa Auto Parts

Car Parts

~0.6 mi
Precision Auto Stereo

Car Parts

~0.6 mi