Tin Fu Chinese Restaurant

448 W Harder Rd, Hayward, CA 94544, United States
+1 510-887-2398
$$$ Chinese restaurant
(255 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Tin Fu Chinese Restaurant in Hayward offers a straightforward, no-frills dining experience centered around classic Chinese dishes with familiar flavors and generous portions. Located on W Harder Rd, this spot often attracts locals looking for hearty, satisfying meals without breaking the bank.

The restaurant’s interior is compact and unpretentious, reflecting its long-standing presence in the neighborhood. The service is generally friendly, with staff members showing a genuine warmth that complements the home-style cooking. However, be prepared for a somewhat slow pace if you’re ordering takeout, as some have noted waits longer than expected. This might affect those grabbing a quick dinner, especially when sitting in the parking lot.

The menu highlights traditional favorites such as Mongolian beef, Orange Chicken, and Chicken with Mixed Vegetables, presenting reliable versions of these dishes rather than adventurous twists. Diners who prefer well-spiced but not overly spicy preparations may find the flavors hit the right balance, especially in popular items like Mongolian beef and fried rice.

This restaurant suits those who prioritize comfort and quantity, particularly families or groups looking to share a variety of plates. The portions tend to be generous, making it a practical choice for casual dinners or takeaway meals. Locals seem to turn to Tin Fu for dependable, familiar Chinese food rather than upscale dining or trendy atmospheres.

Visiting during off-peak hours might be advisable if you want to avoid any wait, especially for takeout. The clean, modest setting and attentive service add to the straightforward appeal, making this a spot where the food—and its portion size—take center stage.

Highlights
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
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

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 02:45 PM

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04:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 02:45 PM

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04:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 02:45 PM

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04:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 02:45 PM

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04:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 02:45 PM

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04:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 02:45 PM

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04:00 PM - 08:30 PM

255 Reviews
Paty paez

18 Dec 2025

Have a amazing Chinese menu and flavor… the portions are generous so prepare yourself for a big dinner with a reasonable price ! I will definitely come back if I can

Noe Arauz

17 Nov 2025

Food flavors are on point! Mixed fried rice is cooked very well and tasty. Mongolian beef is not spicy but has some good spices (how I personally like it). Noodles are thick and yummy. Also, the delivery packing is top notch, cardboard pieces to separate and keep food level and separate bags to keep moisture/condensation to each bin. 5 starts will definitely order from again.

Ms. M

07 Nov 2025

Good food small restaurant. Been around for awhile, changed owners awhile back but the food is similar and still tasty

Joel Matthias

17 Oct 2025

Food is excellent but the service is slow. Three times we have ordered online and promised 15 minutes only to have it take nearly an hour for a takeaway order. It’s not in the best neighbourhood to be sitting in your car for 45 minutes but that may only be my perception. Ding them one star for slow service otherwise it would be five’s all the way. Might try ordering 45 minutes early next time. The place is busy, so maybe that’s why it takes so long..

Brendan Chia

11 Oct 2025

Great food and service! The lady who served us was very friendly. Restroom very clean too.

Ankit Goyal (Ak)

09 Oct 2025

The food is what i would say close to authentic Chinese food. The chowmein was the thick kind (not the conventional thin kind which has lesser flavor) The menu was in in mandarin / Cantonese too. Giving a 4 star rating because i ordered food to be spicy but it wasn't spicy enough even after adding their chilli paste. Additionally their food is laden with unhealthy vegetable oils. The waiter+cashier was a down to earth guy, not like your conventional waiter who looks down upon you for not knowing what to order or not ordering enough.

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