Kirin Chinese Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Kirin Chinese Restaurant is like embarking on a culinary journey across Asia. Nestled in Berkeley, this establishment specializes in vibrant noodle and cocktail dishes that cater to every palate. With a rich array of options—from savory Kung Pao Beef to the fragrant Garlic Cashew Chicken—there’s something for everyone, including many vegetarian dishes. Each meal bursts with flavor, thanks to high-quality ingredients and authentic spices.
The atmosphere is classy yet casual, perfect for families and groups alike. Notably, the happy hour specials and diverse drink menu elevate dining here. Outdoor seating options are a treat, making it an inviting space to unwind. With facilities that accommodate everyone—from wheelchair access to gender-neutral restrooms—Kirin ensures a welcoming experience.
Whether you dine in or opt for takeout, every bite at Kirin Chinese Restaurant is sure to impress!
Lunch Beef/Lamb
Broccoli Beef
garlic, soy sauce, chopped scallions.
Ghan Shao Lamb
Spicy. Northern spices, garlic, ginger, marinated, wok dry sauted, julienne scallions.
Kirin Beef
peppery sweet garlic infused sauce, wok dry sauted, bed of cabbage, sesame.
Kung Pao Beef
Spicy. spicy Kung Pao sauce, roasted red hot peppers, peanuts.
Manchurian Beef
Spicy. spicy sweet chili glaze, garlic, ginger, roasted red hot peppers, onions, fried batter beef.
Mongolian Beef
Spicy. green onions, garlic, roasted red hot peppers, crispy rice noodle.
Mongolian Lamb
Spicy. spicy sweet chili glaze, garlic, ginger, roasted red hot peppers, onions, fried batter beef.
Sesame Beef
Spicy. deep-fried beef, roasted sesame seeds and our house spicy soy sauce.
Snow Peas Beef
garlic, soy sauce, chopped scallions.
Xian Jiang Lamb
Spicy. curry and spices, wok dry sauted, cilantro.
Andy's Chicken
Spicy. garlic infused sweet and sour wine sauce, roasted red hot peppers, fermented black beans.
Black Bean Chicken
Soy sauce, garlic, ginger, green beans.
Curry Chicken
kirin's curry spices, garlic, soy sauce, yellow onions, bell peppers.
Garlic Cashew Chicken
Kung Pao Chicken
Spicy. peanuts, onions, roasted red hot peppers, bell peppers
Lemon Chicken
tangy sweet lemon sauce, fried chicken.
Sesame Chicken
Spicy. Fried chicken, roasted sesame seeds, house spicy soy sauce.
Sichuan Hot Pepper Chicken
Spicy. garlic, onions, Chinese rice vinegar, roasted red hot peppers.
Spicy Dry Fried Chicken
Spicy. fried chicken, spicy sweet chili glaze, garlic, ginger, onions
Lunch Chicken
Lunch Pork
Ants Climb Tree Glass Noodle
Spicy. minced pork, garlic, ginger, chili bean sauce.
Beijing Hoison Pork
garlic, ginger, onions.
Cherry Pork
garlic, ginger-infused cherry sauce, fried pork chunks.
Shandong Style Pork
spicy & sweet Chinese barbecue sauce, garlic, ginger, onions, bed of cabbage.
Sweet & Sour Pork
onions, bell peppers, fried.
Twice Cooked Pork
Spicy. spicy Sichuan bean sauce, roasted red hot peppers, bell peppers, bed of cabbage.
Brocolli Prawns
garlic wine sauce, green onion.
Chili Yu Shang Fish
Spicy. sichuan chili sauce, rice vinegar, water chestnut, willow fungus.
Chili Yu Shang Scallop
Spicy. sichuan chili sauce, rice vinegar, water chestnut, willow fungus.
Crab Sauce Prawns
garlic wine infused sauce, crab meat, soy bean, eggs.
Garlic Wine Fish
Shiitake mushroom, snow peas.
Garlic Wine Scallop
Shiitake mushroom, snow peas.
Happy Family
Spicy. spicy garlic ginger soy sauce, shrimp, scallop, mussels, calamari, fish, broccoli, mushrooms, napa.
King Pao Prawns
Spicy. peanuts, onions, roasted red hot peppers, bell peppers.
Prawns a La Ching Hua
Spicy. spicy Ching Hua tomato sauce, chopped garlic, ginger, onion.
Sichuan Black Bean fish
Spicy. chili black bean sauce, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions.
Sichuan Black Bean Scallop
Spicy. chili black bean sauce, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions.
Sichuan Dry Fried Prawns
Spicy. sweet chili glaze, garlic, ginger, roasted peppers, onions, fried battered prawns.
Snow Pea Prawns
garlic wine sauce, green onion.
Lunch Seafood
Lunch Vegetables & Tofu
Buddhist Vegetable
Chinese vegetables, willow fungus, tofu, mung bean thread, shiitake mushroom, braised in soy garlic sauce
Classic Chinese Braised Tofu
Fried tofu, shiitake mushrooms, spinach, carrots, napa ca
Ma Por Tofu
Spicy. Sichuan bean sauce, shiitake mushroom, peas, garlic, scallions.
Red Curry Tofu
Spicy. Spicy red curry, shiitake mushrooms, zucchini, garlic, onions Add pork or beef for an additional charge.
Shiitake Mushroom & Tofu
Three River mushroom garlic soy sauce, fried tofu
Spicy Garlic Eggpant & Tofu
Spicy. Spicy Sichuan sauce, garlic, ginger, scallions, fried tofu
Spicy Ying Zhi Peas Tofu
Spicy. Dry sauted, basil, red chili, garlic, ginger, onion, curry. Add chicken for an additional charge.
Vegetable Garden Tofu
Garlic infused wine sauce, chopped scallions.
White Tofu
Garlic wine braised, soy bean, onions, mushrooms.
Chinese-Style Fried Calamari
Chinese spice flour coated and soy ginger garlic sauce.
House Wonton (10)
Ten pieces. Fried ground pork and Chinese spices
Minced Chicken in Lettuce Wrap
Water chestnuts, shiitake, and soy bean.
Minced Tofu in Lettuce Wrap
Water chestnuts, shiitake, and soy bean.
Pan Pacific Rangoon Wonton (8)
Eight pieces. Fried crab meat, cream cheese, and chopped scallions.
Pot Stickers (6)
Ginger Infused Pork & Minced Cabbage
Salmon Spinach Rolls (4)
Smoked Salmon Onion Pancake
Hoisin, chili flakes, cilantro, and scallions.
Spring Rolls (4)
Steam Veg & Mushroom Bao (8)
Xiaolong Bao (8)
Shrimp Dumplings (8)
Appetizers
Mu Shu
Beef Mu Shu
Cabbage, willow tree fungus, eggs, four house made pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce.
Chicken Mu Shu
Cabbage, willow tree fungus, eggs, four house made pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce.
Pork Mu Shu
Cabbage, willow tree fungus, eggs, four house made pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce.
Shrimp Mu Shu
Cabbage, willow tree fungus, eggs, four house made pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce.
Vegetable Mu Shu
Cabbage, willow tree fungus, eggs, four house made pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce.
Chen's Chicken Salad
Fried Tofu Salad
Spicy Mandarin Steak Salad
Salad
Soup
Chicken & Black Mushroom Soup
Hot & Sour Soup (Spicy)
Hunan Chili Crab Corn Soup
Nori Seaweed Soup
San Shen Tofu Soup
Sizzling Rice Soup
Wonton Soup
Chk Mushroom Spinach ND Soup
Gwai Wer Chicken Noodles
Gwai Wer Pork Noodles
Hong Shao Beef Noodle Soup
Hunan Peanut Noodles (Cold)
Red Curry Prawns & Crab Noodle
Shanghai Garlic Noodles
Spicy Beef Noodle Soup
Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup
Spicy Sichuan Seafood Noodles
Tan Tan Chicken Noodles
Tan Tan Pork Noodles
Zha Jiang Beef Noodles
House-Made Noodles
Fried Rice, Chow Mein & Chow Fun
Fried Rice
Pudong Spicy Rice
Xian Jiang Spice Rice
Chow Fun
Soft Chow Mein Noodles
Soft Chow Mein Noodles and Julienne Vegetables
Hong Kong Crispy Noodle
Sauteed Mung Bean Noodles
Glass Noodles
Brown Rice
Jasmine Rice
Andy's Chicken (Spicy)
Berry Pepper Chicken (Spicy)
Black Bean Sauce Chicken
Gigner Green Onion Chk (Spicy)
Ginger Garlic Mist Chk (Spicy)
Kung Pao Chicken (Spicy)
La Jao Red Pepepr Chk (Spicy)
Sesame Chicken (Spicy)
Sichuan Hot Pepper Chk (Spicy)
Sichuan Tea Smoked Duck
Sun Bai Basil Chicken (Spicy)
Entrees - Chicken
Entrees - Beef
Cumin Green Onion Beef (Spicy)
Kung Pao Beef (Spicy)
Mongolian Beef (Spicy)
Ants Tree Glass Noodle (Spicy)
Beijing Pork
Chili Dry Pork Belly (Spicy)
Sichuan Chili Garlic Pork
Twice Cooked Pork Belly
Entrees - Pork
Entrees - Lamb
Curry and Spices Lamb (Spicy)
Garlic Wok Pao Lamb (Spicy)
Ghan Shao Lamb (Spicy)
Green Onion Lamb (Spicy)
Mongolian Lamb (Spicy)
Black Bean Fish (Spicy)
Black Bean Scallops (Spicy)
Chili Do Ban Jiang Scallops
Happy Family (Spicy)
Kung Pao Prawns (Spicy)
Prawns with Broccoli
Prawns with Snow Peas
Shaoxing Garlic Wine Fish
Shaoxing Garlic Wine Scallops
Spicy Lemon Pepper Prawns
Spicy Qingdao Seafood Stew
Three Ingredients
Stir-Fried Shrimp, Scallop, Calamari, Snow Peas, Mushrooms & Garlic Wine Sauce
Three Pepper Prawns (Spicy)
Entrees - Seafood
Entrees - Vegetable
Blk Mushrooms & Baby Bok Choy
Buddha Vegetable
Dry Sauteed Brussel Sprouts
Dry Sauteed Green Beans
Garlic Eggplant
Northern Style Veg. Garden
Spicy Ying Zui Peas-Chick Peas
Spinach & Garlic
Spinach & Mung Bean Thread
Chinese Braised Tofu
Family Braised Tofu (Spicy)
Red Curry Tofu (Spicy)
Entrees - Tofu
Desserts
Chilled Lychee Nuts
Mango Panna Cotta
Tiple Chocolate Mousse
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
Coke
Cranberry Juice
Diet Coke
Gingerale
Grapefruit Juice
Orange Juice
Pineapple Juice
San Pellegrino
Sprite
St Pauli N.A,
Non-alcoholic beer