Little Chef Chinese Fast Food

Inside Little Chef Chinese Fast Food

Little Chef Chinese Fast Food in San Jose serves up a straightforward, no-frills take on classic Chinese fast food that fits well into busy local routines. Located along South Winchester Boulevard, this spot caters mainly to takeout orders but also offers a modest dine-in experience that’s unexpectedly pleasant given its utilitarian exterior.

Inside, the atmosphere leans toward functional over fancy, but with an inviting energy. You’ll often see the kitchen staff actively cooking in view, which adds a touch of transparency and liveliness to the space. Seasonal touches like blooming roses outside give the place a subtle nod to local character, softening what might otherwise feel like a typical fast-food setup.

The menu focuses on familiar favorites like chow mein, fried rice, orange chicken, and potstickers — solid choices for those seeking quick, comforting Chinese flavors without a big time or money commitment. Portion sizes are generous enough to satisfy a good appetite without wasting food, making it a practical choice for weekday lunches or casual dinners. You’ll find good value here, especially with their combo and party deal options, which appeal to families or groups looking to feed a crowd affordably.

For visitors, the best time to drop by tends to be midday or early evening when lunch and dinner crowds are balanced, and the serving staff appear pleased to be working, creating a more welcoming vibe. While the service can sometimes feel brisk or a little impatient during peak hours, it generally holds up as efficient and straightforward.

This spot is especially suited for locals who want a dependable Chinese takeout with a side of neighborhood familiarity rather than those hunting for refined or experimental cuisine. Whether swinging by for a quick solo meal or picking up a plate to share with friends or coworkers, Little Chef delivers on speed, quantity, and those reliable flavors that many crave in a pinch.

Highlights & Local Essentials

Highlights

Has fast service

Popular for

Popular for lunch

Popular for dinner

Good for solo dining

What they serve

Serves comfort food

Quick bite

Serves small plates

Best for

Serves lunch

Serves dinner

Has catering

Accessibility

Has wheelchair-accessible car park

Has wheelchair-accessible entrance

Has wheelchair-accessible seating

Parking

Free of charge street parking

Free parking lot

Plenty of parking

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

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Monday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 08:30 PM

What Locals & Travelers Say

757 Reviews

Erika Mendoza

04 Jan 2026

First time trying, didn’t expect to get attitude from the lady wearing glasses serving the food behind the counter. Walked in and patiently waited in line to order only for her to be fed up with us when we were about to order. Still ordered, just now tried a bite of the orange chicken and fried rice. It is pretty yummy and the portions served are perfect for the price. I don’t know what happened to the lady prior to taking our order and can understand if maybe something happened before we had arrived but it was a very unsolicited situation. Would go again for the food, but maybe not due to the service. Edit: To answer reply, the lady we interacted with was asian.

jcwainc “JerrysCanofWhoopAssinc” JerrysCanofWhoopAssinc

20 Dec 2025

Campbell little treasure. It's not the best Chinese food but the service, the amount of food you get and the price is what brings people back. My favorite item here is the spicy ribs (there not hot but look like they are) and the potstickers. Please come and enjoy Campbell's special Chinese fast food restaurant you'll be glad you did

16 Dec 2025

The best Chinese take out in the Bay Area! It’s very yummy and affordable.

H Lindstrom

13 Dec 2025

truly such a lovely energy in here. came here on my lunch and was pleasantly surprised by how beautiful it was inside. food was delicious and you can see the happy chefs cooking inside. the folks working were nice and seemed happy to be there. The roses outside were so pretty as well

Christina

26 Oct 2025

I stopped here for lunch while I was working in the area. The food was fresh, hot, and tasted decent for Chinese fast food, which there aren’t that many of anymore. The portions were great for the price. I got a 2-entrees plate and small hot & sour soup for about $13 which is a steal! The ladies there were nice to me and as I was eating in the restaurant, I watched in amazement as they fulfilled a huge order for a corporate lunch in less than 10 minutes during the lunch rush! Really impressive!

Anthony Stotesberry

16 Sep 2025

The food is excellent, and priced fairly which is hard to find nowadays. Only thing that sucked is I had to pee like a racehorse and there were no bathrooms.

Inside Little Chef Chinese Fast Food

Highlights & Local Essentials

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

What Locals & Travelers Say

757 Reviews

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