Hong Kong Garden

267 S Washington St, Sonora, CA 95370, United States
+1 209-532-1544
$$$ Chinese restaurant
(351 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Hong Kong Garden in Sonora is a full-service Chinese restaurant that feels like a reliable stop for those craving hearty Asian dishes in a comfortable, no-fuss setting. The vibe inside is clean and straightforward, with enough polish to feel welcoming without being fancy or overwhelming. It’s the sort of spot locals swing by for a satisfying meal after a day outdoors or when they want something familiar yet generously portioned.

The menu reflects traditional Chinese comfort food with a few seasonal touches, covering everything from dim sum and pot stickers to seafood chow mein and sweet and sour pork. Portion sizes tend to be on the generous side, making it a solid choice for those who prefer a filling meal without breaking the bank. Diners often appreciate the mix of appetizers like hand-sized pot stickers alongside main courses such as BBQ pork chow mein, chicken fried rice, and the noticeably crispy honey walnut shrimp, which gets nods for its texture and flavor.

Hong Kong Garden suits a fairly broad crowd: families looking for no-hassle meals, travelers passing through Sonora in need of familiar Asian fare, and locals who lean toward a relaxed dining experience with attentive, friendly service. The atmosphere itself avoids anything too loud or pretentious, which makes it easy to settle in whether you’re grabbing a casual dinner or sharing a leisurely lunch.

Evenings can be a particularly nice time to visit when the restaurant fills with the quiet buzz of diners enjoying hearty plates after a day at Yosemite or exploring the local area. The staff’s attentiveness comes through in how they keep track of everything without being overbearing, adding to a feeling that you’re welcomed as more than just a customer.

Overall, if you are in Sonora craving straightforward Chinese dishes that emphasize generous portions and a clean, relaxed dining space, Hong Kong Garden offers a steady experience. It’s best suited for those who enjoy classic flavors served in a setting where good service and comfort matter as much as the food itself.

Highlights
Has fast service
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

351 Reviews
Marissa Spiller

31 Dec 2025

The prices were amazing and not only that they fill up your plate with a lot of food no matter what you decide! We chose bbq pork chow Marin with king lo beef and pot stickers for an appetizer! The food was very delicious and definitely worth trying!also our pot stickers were no joke they size of our hands and tasted amazing as well! Definitely will be coming back! This was one of favorites restaurants I grew up with as a kid they never disappoint! Come try all they’re good you won’t regret it! The place was clean and they were fast with our food and very friendly! Miss this pace so much!

darling Madeja

24 Nov 2025

My favorite restaurant every time we have our time in sonora pass by place before going home from camping in Yosemite

Ed Dutkowski

07 Nov 2025

I had pork chowfun Small -Hot and sour soup 2 -Pot stickers 2 -Spring rolls The restaurant was clean and well decorated. All the food was excellent and service was spectacular. Most definitely will dine here again. Cheers, Fast Eddie

Franky Stein

22 Oct 2025

Everything was good, enjoyable. The chow mein was a little greasy, like wet. But other than that my favorite was the honey walnut shrimp! Soooo crunchy and soooo tasty! The waitress was so attentive as well

Tyler Duncan

20 Oct 2025

This is my favorite Asian cuisine restaurant to go to out of any other place that I have been to. The food here is outstanding. The restaurant owners are very kind people, the service is great, and the atmosphere is simply relaxing and delightful. If you are looking for a relaxing place to eat incredible food with good service, this is definitely a place to go. And if you love Asian cuisine, then I recommend this even more. Everything they have here tastes good. Also, as someone who doesn't care for pot stickers, it is one of the best things on their menu. Their pan fried potstickers are top notch.

Ryan Clevenger

17 Sep 2025

As I sit here in the booth, digesting and watching my family eat I decided I'd do the review while it's fresh in my head and my stomach. Honk Kong Garden was delicious! Staff was friendly and prompt. The decor was interesting with a clash of traditional Chinese atmosphere and then BAm! Moose and Elk head mounted on the wall, but because we live in the mountains it's fitting . Traditional Chinese food of course but still great tasting. Today's dinner consisted of special fried rice, fried chicken wings, combination appetizer, pork and custard buns, sweet and sour pork, siomai, and beef wonton. Special fried rice had plenty of shrimp and the vegetables were fresh, not too oily. Fried chicken was great and crispy and not oily. The sweet n sour pork had a great glaze that wasn't overpowering the meat. The buns and siomai were steamed, fresh, soft and plenty of filling. The beef wonton came in a large bowl with plenty of the wonton and a good amount of bok choy and beef strips. They even included a small bowl of egg flower soup and was great to start. The combination appetizer has serving of 3, pot stickers, egg roll and prawns. Everything crispy as it should, the pot stickers were excellent and tasted fresh. Overall very happy and will return again! Keep up the quality!

Join the Hong Kong Garden Newsletter

Get the latest updates on seasonal pastries, special events, and local highlights directly in your inbox.