Feels like a great little family run restaurant where they work hard to make yummy food. I was married to a Chinese man and shared meals with his family many times over the course of 26 years. The Jalapeno chicken at No. 1 Chinese food rivals any I've had. Large servings and tasty food mean that I'll come back to this place again the next time I visit my son. He's in college in the area and when I visit we like to try local food places. Tucked in the corner of the strip mall, it was busy with people coming in to take their meals out. Steady flow of customers while we were there around 1pm. We got orange chicken as well and both chow mein and fried rice I recommend giving them a try. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Jalapeno chicken with fried rice and orange chicken with chow mein. Thai tea also - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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HELLO hidden gem! You know when you get that craving for simple Chinese takeout? Then you need to head over here. Went with the tried and true go to's - chow mein, fried rice, beef and broccoli, and orange chicken. Should've gotten a side of egg rolls with the sweet and sour sauce. UGH, my bad. This hit the spot and DANG the portion is mighty. This fed me and my friend. This could become a part of my weekly food rotation. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Two entree plate - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Friendly staff and generous portions. I got the two entree combo and was impressed with how much food I got for $11.84. The food was hot and ready. Will definitely return. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Chow mein/fried rice orange chicken and king pao chicken - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This is my favorite spot for delicious and affordable Chinese food! The cuts of meat were great and everything was seasoned so well. The plates were packed generously by the kind staff both times I went. I live an hour away and I will now be craving this place until I have some again! The place is easy to find, has seating, and has plenty of parking spots. read more

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I love that they give huge portions here and the food Is always hot and fresh. The workers are always so kind and friendly! The place is on the smaller side but the food is worth it. I also think it is pretty affordable for the sizes they offer i recommend giving it a try. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Orange chicken, Broccoli Beef & Chow Mein - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Did not expect much from this hole in the wall spot but for a 9PM dinner, but I cannot complain! Service staff was friendly despite us coming in 20 minutes to close. Food was less greasy and cleaner tasting than your average chinese restaurant! Highly recommend. read more

I ordered the broccoli beef and I couldn't chew the beef. I tried chewing it for quite awhile, finally gave up and gave the beef to my dog.

I ordered a tray of chow mein for a pot luck. Food did not disappoint. Everyone loved it and I will definitely come back for more.

No 1 Chinese food restaurant is a hidden gem, the food amount you get for the cost is worth it alone but it's very affordable and delicious! The guy working behind the counter was so nice and friendly overall 10 stars for me and I will be back. read more

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When you have a craving for Chinese food better than Panda and are looking for big portions this is the spot to go. They absolutely fill your plate and the food is decent quality for what you pay. Do be cautious to watch the pricing, most visits are fine but I have had the cashier try and overcharge me read more

They load up your portions and the jalapeño chicken is extremely good and not that spicy, which is good for me and my boyfriend. This is our first time here and they gave us crab Rangoon's and dumplings on the side for free. The owner is really nice and it was a good treat to get after we just got ice cream. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Combo#2 - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Very nice older gentleman who gave us a large portion for the 2 combo: orange chicken and broccoli beef with a side of fried rice. Pretty affordable at almost $12. However, the food is exactly what you expect: mass produced and best for when you're going for quantity over quality. If you're high or need to cater for a party full of people you don't care about, this is the place to be. Lots of parking, no wait and no seating. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Combo 2: fried rice, broccoli beef, orange chicken - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Fast service, tasty food for a great price and heaping portions! Much better than Panda Express and I'll be coming here if I ever want to get orange chicken and chow mein. read more

The food is always hot and ready my favorite is the jalapeno chicken and of course the orange chicken. I got to try the chicken egg roll today which was delicious read more

Under new ownership and I must say the Chinese food is 10 times better from the previous owners. The quality of food is very fresh with a lot more selections. I find myself going in at least once a week now. It's truly the Number 1 Chinese food. I recommend the wonton soup, walnut shrimp and house fried rice. I also go in and try something new and the new owners never disappoint. Simply put delicious food and is a must try! read more

This is a great place to get delicious Chinese food for a great price! You can take out or eat in. The service was polite and quick. The space has a cute bear by the resister that I am still thinking about. We tried the 3 entree combo with beef and broccoli, barbecue pork, and the jalapeño chicken. Everything was really tasty, but I highly recommend getting the Jalapeño Chicken and the chicken egg rolls. Very unique and delicious choices! I look forward to coming back. read more

No1 Chinese Food - The bear at the register - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

HUGE PORTIONS!! this place is so affordable and they absolutely load your plate!! 100/10 recommend coming here

I ordered broccoli beef and kung pao chicken but all I got was chow mein and rice. The mere was hardly any meat inside. What I waste of money. I won't be going back to this place. Total rip off. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

One of the best fast food Chinese places . No one else beats their price for the generous portions they give you here . Food taste great and customer service is amazing !!! Thank you so much read more

BBQ PORK WAS SO GOOD. The price was very affordable, 3 items for $12. It's a great fast food place. They gave me a very generous amount of food. Ambiance was like a fast food place. Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommended. Parking was also very easy. read more

The food portions are generous and affordable, but the flavor is quite bland and lacks a wow factor. Since it's so close to OCC, I would come back again for convenience, but I've definitely had better Chinese food. read more

THEY LOAD THAT UPPP to the point where the food doesnt fit in the takeout box. It's really delicous and yummy.

Like Panda but not as good. Everything is precooked, but they do have a limited cooked to order menu which might be better. You gotta go into it knowing that you're getting a lot of food at a low price at the expense of quality. I happened to be in a rush tonight and needed something quick so I came here. Nothing was awful, but nothing was great either. They brought out a fresh pan of Orange Chicken and it was still lackluster. Not crispy, but slightly soggy. The beef broccoli was actually decent. The noodles are bland. The BBQ pork looked promising but seemed like it might be a day old, fairly tough. The chicken eggroll was fine. But the red sauce for it was really cheap and almost had a candy floral taste. The egg foo young was decent but the sauce that comes with it is some kind of white sauce that was luke warm and I didn't care for the flavor. So I ate it without the sauce. Another customer ordered the wonton soup and said it's great, and I must admit it looked great. Limited sit down dining. Primarily a takeout operation. read more

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We had lunch catered by No.1 Chinese Food and boy do you get a bang for your buck. Website states 1 tray can serve 10 people, but it is more like 20. We ordered orange chicken, beef/broccoli, chicken chow mein, shrimp fried rice, and spring rolls. Orange chicken was really tasty and had a tangy flavor with the meat. Beef and broccoli were fresh and crunchy. The chicken chow mein was my favorite, a little oily but tasty. They delivered on time as well, while providing plates, utensils, etc. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Food is good ! Price is good ! Service is great! Buy 3 combo's 4th one is free ! They serve a lot in a plate! Will for sure be coming back again ! read more

It's been a few years since I've been back here and the quality of food + service here has stayed consistent. COVID-19 Safety Measures: They have plexiglass walls around their food service and cashier areas and of course they practice safe social distancing. They also sell masks for kids and adults by box or bulk which is convenient. The Experience: I got their Combo 2 which comes with your choice of fried rice/chow mein or half and half and 2 side entrees. They make sure your box is packed with food so you're never disappointed with not getting enough food. Just as you think they can't pack any more food into your box, they add more! If you want good Chinese food and lots of it, definitely check this place out! read more

No1 Chinese Food - Combo 2: Half/Half (Chow Mein + Fried Rice), Jalapeno Chicken and Orange Chicken. Look at how much food they give you!! (Side View) - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Nice big portions and great taste. Easy and fast takeout. Coconut shrimp was excellent. Cream cheese wontons were the best I've ever had, and the Thai iced tea was ON POINT!! read more

Waitstaff is always friendly, prices are great compared to other places. Food is always up to par.

I have been ordering from this place at least twice a month for many years. I even pop in after I've done my grocery shopping at Stater Brothers in the same parking lot. Their food is always fresh and delicious. Love the barbecued pork, egg flower soup and cream cheese wontons big time read more

Yummy and fast. Try it, think you'd like it. Little tough with language barrier...but we get done betw us and them.

Went in to get something quick after grocery shopping. The staff is very friendly. The Orange Chicken and Chow Mein were good but the egg roll I didn't care for. Overall the food is good for something quickly and on the go. read more

Love the portions! Had the vegetable fried rice and Kung Pao chicken and wonderful vegetable egg rolls! Fantastic flavor and price!

Nobody comes here for the ambiance or the culinary creativity. This place is a hole in the wall in the Stater Bros. plaza down Fairview, not half a mile from OCC. You want to come here for the greasy staples like egg rolls, chow mein, teriyaki chicken, and tofu stir fry. Their egg drop soup is not half bad either, especially because unlike everything else, the soups are made when you order. Don't expect greatness here but it will scratch that itch. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable for the amount you get. read more

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Best bang for your buck! The portion is stupidly enormous. For $10.99 only, you get to take home a 2-item combo that lasts you 2-3 meals. On top of that, the owner said they made their food every 15 minutes to keep it fresh. My favorite dish is their Jalapeno Chicken. Best chinese food in town! Highly recommended! read more

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A lot of Chinese takeout places taste about the same, and the food is usually decent but not great. Or so I thought. The food here truly seems one notch above. It is always fresh, not over saturated with oil, salt, or sugar, and they have unique dishes you don't see elsewhere such as the potato chicken. Service is always quick and they never skimp. read more

Massive portions! She packed an incredible amount of food on my plate. I thought she was finished but she had room for 2 more scoops of meat! You get a very good fork. It's not flimsy; legit solid. Food quality was excellent; comparable to any Chinese food operator. Great bang for my buck. read more

VERY NICE!! The value is terrific especially for the price, and plenty of parking!! The orders itself are decent! They didn't giv me any utensils or napkins though. read more

No1 Chinese Food - Mein and rice, all for $6 something!! - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Came here after having it recommended by Grub With Greg on TikTok. Large portions, delicious food and nice atmosphere. Great value too. 100% recommended! read more

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Ordered a combo plus a delicious thai tea for $15 with some change. Soooo good! Hit the spot! read more

No1 Chinese Food - Combo B with chow mein - Chinese Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Its ok but not a go to. Pretty small portions and not a whole lot of options as other places. Tucked in the corner near stater bros.