Tao Yuen Pastry

Overview

Welcome to Tao Yuen Pastry, a hidden gem located in Oakland Chinatown, offering a variety of delicious dim sum and baked goods. With a local Chinese food market vibe, this spot is known for its great service, affordable prices, and mouth-watering pastries. Whether you're a fan of classic dim sum dishes or looking to try something new, Tao Yuen Pastry has got you covered.

  • Highlights:
    • Delicious and affordable pastries
    • Hot and flavorful dim sum dishes
    • Generous portions at amazing prices
    • Quick and efficient service

From the Taro pineapple bun to the salt and pepper spare ribs, each dish at Tao Yuen Pastry is packed with authentic flavors that will keep you coming back for more. Whether you're a long-time fan or a first-time visitor, this cash-only takeout spot is sure to impress with its wide selection of dim sum, baked goods, and more.

  • Personal Favorites:
    • Fried chicken
    • Orange chicken
    • Baked pork buns
    • Sesame balls and pork
    • Salt & pepper prawns

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the flavors of Tao Yuen Pastry in Oakland. With quick service, authentic vibes, and a menu filled with tasty options, this spot is a must-visit for any dim sum lover. Cash only, so be prepared before you visit and get ready to indulge in a delightful culinary journey at Tao Yuen Pastry.

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FAQ's

  • What are some popular dishes at Tao Yuen Pastry?

    Some popular dishes at Tao Yuen Pastry include fried rice, chow mein, orange chicken, baked pork buns, taro pineapple buns, sesame balls, salt and pepper spare ribs, and dim sum items like shiu mai and har gao.

  • What sets Tao Yuen Pastry apart from other dim sum restaurants?

    At Tao Yuen Pastry, customers appreciate the delicious and authentic flavors of the food, the generous portion sizes, the quick and efficient service, and the affordable prices. Additionally, the selection of ready-to-eat dishes, baked and fried appetizers, and dim sum varieties make it a popular choice among locals.

  • Is Tao Yuen Pastry cash-only?

    Yes, Tao Yuen Pastry is a cash-only establishment, so be sure to have cash on hand when ordering.

  • Are there vegetarian and pescatarian options available at Tao Yuen Pastry?

    Yes, Tao Yuen Pastry offers many vegetarian options as well as pescatarian options to cater to different dietary preferences.

  • Does Tao Yuen Pastry offer catering services?

    Yes, Tao Yuen Pastry offers catering services for those looking to enjoy their delicious dim sum and pastries at events or gatherings.

Ratings of Tao Yuen Pastry

Yelp

817

Google

371

Visitors' opinions on Tao Yuen Pastry

/ 817
Annabella P.
Annabella P. 23/04/2024
stars
DELICIOUS DIM SUM, always CROWDED, but , the line goes down fairly quickly! I spent $50, good assortment of choices...4 "DIM SUM, I thought/think that it's/was about the average going rate. IAM NEW 2 the area, & this was my 1st X going there. there is absolutely NO PARKiNG avail on the street. Everyone was
Eric S.
Eric S. 19/04/2024
stars
The food here is really good. I had the fried rice and chow mein. Lots of serving and the taste is authentic. I love their orange chicken as well as their fried chicken. The line was long but they serve fast here. It's only take out since the place is really small. I would definitely come back and buy here again! Also, their baked pork buns are delicious and huge portions! They are my favorite so far!
Alexanria J.
Alexanria J. 06/04/2024
stars
Local Chinese food market vibe. Great service. And VERY delicious and affordable pastries. Strongly recommend. I loved the Taro pineapple bun and cant believe they sell 5 small pine apple buns for less than $4!!! We got 7 pastries for less than $10!
Cady A.
Cady A. 12/03/2024
stars
This is my favorite dim sum place in Oakland Chinatown. The food is always hot and delicious. The aunties serving the food are always quick, nice, and give good portions. The price is amazing. I once got 10 people $100 worth of food ($10 per person) with a bunch of left overs.
Dest S.
Dest S. 05/03/2024
stars
I grew up bringing the sesame balls and pork on roadtrips with my family and they are still as good as they were then. Quick and efficient service, parking could be hard if you want front and center parking, but there's plenty around the area if you enjoy strolls. The place itself is tiny in the ordering area, so you will have to do a little shuffle around people, but it's worth it :)
Pallavi P.
Pallavi P. 22/02/2024
stars
A cash only, take out spot in Oakland that had a line out the door. Luckily, when we got here around noon on a Saturday, there were only about 5 people ahead of us. They have a selection of ready to eat dishes and some baked/fried appetizers and dimsum varieties as well. The patrons were mostly speaking in Mandarin with the staff, giving this an authentic Chinese food place vibe . I got a combination of 2 dishes - thin noodles with some veggies and random pieces of meat, and a stir fried veggie dish in a small sized box and another small box with fried tofu with green chilies. Loved the flavors of all the dishes. I couldn't tell what the items were priced at, but my total was $11. Be ready with your order, because the line moves quickly. Don't be worried about the dishes mixing with each other since the food does drop into other containers as they pack the boxes! The flavors will have me coming back to this place for more!
Dim Sum, Bakeries, Unclaimed
Closed Opens at 8:00 AM

Address

816 Franklin St Oakland, CA 94607
Features

Features

ReservationsReservations Pescatarian OptionsPescatarian Options Many Vegetarian OptionsMany Vegetarian Options Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Credit Cards Accepts Android PayAccepts Android Pay Accepts Apple PayAccepts Apple Pay Casual, ClassyCasual, Classy Moderate NoiseModerate Noise Good For KidsGood For Kids Good for LunchGood for Lunch Garage Parking, Street Parking, Private Lot ParkingGarage Parking, Street Parking, Private Lot Parking TVTV Offers CateringOffers Catering Not Good For GroupsNot Good For Groups Waiter ServiceWaiter Service Wi-FiWi-Fi AlcoholAlcohol Dogs Not AllowedDogs Not Allowed Bike ParkingBike Parking

Opening hours

Monday Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday Sun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Update on: Mar 12, 2024

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