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No.1 Chinese Food

Chinese Restaurant · $1 to $10 ·

1175 Baker St #17, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States

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No.1 Chinese Food

About No.1 Chinese Food

If you’re craving authentic Chinese flavors in Costa Mesa, No.1 Chinese Food is the spot you don’t want to miss. Nestled at 1175 Baker St #17, this cozy Chinese restaurant offers a relaxed vibe that feels just like stepping into a local neighborhood eatery. Whether you’re popping in for a quick bite or planning a full meal, the restaurant has you covered with a variety of service options, including delivery, takeout, dine-in, and onsite services. The menu strikes the perfect balance between comfort food classics and small plates that are ideal for sharing, making it easy to mix and match depending on your appetite or group size. From savory fried rice and noodle dishes to flavorful dumplings and spring rolls, every item is crafted to satisfy cravings without overwhelming your taste buds. One of the great things about No.1 Chinese Food is how accessible it makes traditional Chinese cuisine, whether you’re grabbing lunch on a busy day or enjoying a relaxed dinner with friends or family. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring that your dining experience feels personal and hassle-free. Beyond the main dishes, the restaurant also focuses on quick bites that are perfect for on-the-go meals, offering the same authentic taste and freshness you’d expect from a full-service Chinese restaurant. Its location in Costa Mesa makes it a convenient choice for anyone in the area, combining the charm of a neighborhood eatery with the quality and consistency of a well-established restaurant. If you’re exploring new spots or simply craving familiar favorites, No.1 Chinese Food delivers a mix of classic flavors and modern convenience that makes every visit enjoyable and satisfying, with options that cater to both casual diners and those looking for a more complete sit-down experience.

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Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.

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Business info

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • No Table service

Atmosphere

  • Casual

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Parking

Opening hours

  • Monday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Tuesday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Wednesday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Thursday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Saturday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Sunday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM

Hours can change on public holidays. Call ahead if you are making a special trip.

Location

1175 Baker St #17, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, United States

Diner notes

3.8 3.8 out of 5 · 169 notes
  • 5 stars 94
  • 4 stars 25
  • 3 stars 14
  • 2 stars 10
  • 1 stars 31
4 out of 5
This is another hidden gem for Chinese food. I was nearby, getting my haircut and the husband of my stylist recommended this place. He said the BBQ chicken was awesome. The location is very unassuming with limited seating. Its best to come with the mindset of getting a "To Go" order. The staff are really friendly and more than willing to make suggestions based on what you tell them you like. Almost every item can be "taste tested" before adding to your order. This is just like going to a Panda Express, except the food is way better. The night I went they didn't have BBQ Chicken prepared, but they did have spicy chicken wings, fried rice and chow mein along with Jalapeño Chicken, which was off the chain! If you like a flavorful spicy chicken, this will blow you away. To say the portions were large is an understatement, i ordered two entrees and a 50/50 fried rice/ Chow mein and even with a healthy appetite I was left with a full lunch, and I was stuffed. The portions are really large. I really enjoyed the fried rice, but the chow mein was a little thicker than I am accustomed to, the noodles were more like Udon noodles in size, not the thinner chow mein noodles. That aside, it was all delicious. The one thing I was not impressed with was the chicken roll. Seemed overcooked and the consistency was all wrong. I'll try the spring rolls next time. There are a lot of items that can be ordered and if your willing to hang out and wait then your sure to be rewarded with some excellent cusine. Lastly, we get to the price, and again its impressive. Barely double digits for my order which for the amount of food is more than just a good price. This is certainly a place I will coming back to on a regular basis and you would be wise to try it, at least once.
RF Reid F. Kilpatrick IV Ate here , 15:00 am
5 out of 5
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.
EL Ellie L Ate here , 08:57 am
4 out of 5
I have tried the Chinese food here and it’s good. Today I ordered the wor wonton soup and it lacked some flavor, even with the sauces, but on the other hand it’s good they don’t use so much salt. I also tried the chicken egg roll and they are huge, a little oily but the flavor was nice. Ordered the fried wontons and also definitely needed flavor, very very mild taste. The 2 men there, one at the counter and I believe the other one cooking were both very nice and welcoming. I wouldn’t mind ordering these again, but be ready to add a lot of sauces.
ER Elizabeth Rodriguez Ate here , 23:29 am

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