Chef Chao – Chinese
Chef Chao invites diners into a vibrant space where the rhythmic clatter of the kitchen and the aroma of savory spices set the stage for a feast of hand-crafted favorites. Golden-hued tempura eggplant and crispy wings arrive alongside delicate, house-made pot stickers, each bite offering a satisfying crunch that gives way to rich, traditional flavors. Whether sharing a plate of honey-glazed barbecued pork or diving into the fiery depth of spicy wontons, the experience is one of communal warmth and culinary artistry.
343, Rheem Boulevard, Moraga, CA, 94556 +19256310284 https://www.chefchaorestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Chef Chao
Dairy-Free at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Flaming Glazed Bananas, Vegetarian Chow Mein and Fried Wontons. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including General Tsou's Chicken, Crispy Chicken Wings and Fried Prawns - 6 Pieces. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Bean Fries, Tempura Eggplant and Shrimp Walnut Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Bean Fries, Wor Wonton Soup (Small) and Yan Chow Fried Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crispy Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Chef Chao
Chef Chao in Moraga has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Flaming Glazed Bananas, Assorted Vegetables and Szechwan Eggplant. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Chef Chao
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sizzling Rice Soup (Small) | 48.3 g | 67.2 g |
| Assorted Appetizers | 28.4 g | 50.7 g |
| Yan Chow Fried Rice | 41.6 g | 46.9 g |
| Wor Wonton Soup (Small) | 11.2 g | 45.3 g |
| Green Bean Fries | 2.7 g | 32.4 g |
| Cashew Chicken | 31.9 g | 21.6 g |
| Hot & Sour Soup (Small) | 67.5 g | 19.4 g |
| Chinese Chicken Salad | 51.4 g | 16.9 g |
| Vegetarian Chow Mein | 1.7 g | 12.3 g |
| Crispy Chicken Wings | 3.8 g | 6.6 g |
| Egg Drop Soup (Small) | 36.2 g | 5.8 g |
| Stewed Organic Tofu | 4.2 g | 5.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Fried Wontons - $11.5: Fifteen crispy wonton chips gently fried in light oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Bean Fries - $13.5: Served with mustard wasabi cream dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Wings - $15: Eight skinless crispy marinated chicken wings Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempura Eggplant - $14.5: Fresh bread-fried oriental eggplant with ginger sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Wontons - $14.5: Steamed wontons bathed in garlic and chili sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pot Stickers (Homemade) - $15.95: 6 pieces of pork dumplings prepared daily Available at: dinner, lunch
- Foil Wrapped Chicken - $14.5: 8 pieces of teriyaki chicken wrapped in foil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Spring Rolls (Homemade) - 2 Pieces - $5.95: Crispy vegetable rolls served with sweet & sour sauce and hot mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Spring Rolls (Homemade) - 4 Pieces - $11.5: Crispy vegetable rolls served with sweet & sour sauce and hot mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecued Pork Slices - $15.95: Juicy honey roasted pork slices Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Prawns - 4 Pieces - $11.5: Golden brown deep fried prawns Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Prawns - 6 Pieces - $15.5: Golden brown deep fried prawns Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Dumplings - 4 Pieces - $7.95: Crispy dumplings filled with imitation crab meat and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Dumplings - 8 Pieces - $15.5: Crispy dumplings filled with imitation crab meat and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Appetizers - $16.5: For two. Combination of fried prawns, egg rolls, and fried wontons Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Season Platter - $17.5: For two. Fried prawns, eggplant slices, egg rolls and crab dumplings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Wonton Soup (Small) - $12.25: Homemade wontons, shrimp, and pea pods in chicken broth Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sizzling Rice Soup (Small) - $12.25: Shrimp, chicken, water chestnuts, pea pods and crisp rice patties Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Egg Drop Soup (Small) - $12.25: Vegetarian soup with celery, mushrooms, and peas with egg white Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot & Sour Soup (Small) - $12.25: Shrimp, shredded pork, bamboo shoots and egg drops in peppery stock Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wor Wonton Soup (Small) - $12.95: BBQ pork, shrimp, chicken and wontons in chicken stock Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Chinese Chicken Salad - $15.95: Crispy chicken, fresh greens with sesame lemon dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Walnut Salad - $17.95: Crispy shrimp and greens in sesame cream dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marco Polo Pasta Salad - $16.95: Crispy chicken, egg noodles on fresh greens with spicy dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken
- General Tsou's Chicken - $16.95: Tenderized chicken stir-fried in garlic spices Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cashew Chicken - $16.95: Tender chicken pieces with fresh vegetables and toasted cashews Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Chicken - $16.95: Lightly battered chicken covered with a fine lemon sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Famous Crispy Duck - $25.95: Half marinated duck served with steamed buns Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood
- Sweet & Sour Prawns - $19.95: Plump prawns covered with sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Walnut Prawns - $19.95: Tiger prawns and honey roasted walnuts with creamy sesame sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Orange Fish Filet - $18.95: Tilapia filet golden breaded with honey and tangerine sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetables
- Assorted Vegetables - $15.95: Mushrooms, snow peas, broccoli, baby corn, celery and greens in white gravy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Szechwan Eggplant - $15.95: Sautéed Asian eggplant braised in garlic-ginger and chili sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stewed Organic Tofu - $15.95: Prime organic tofu mixed with vegetables in rich brown sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Noodles & Fried Rice
- Vegetarian Chow Mein - $14.95: Stir-fried wheat noodles with vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp or Combo Chow Mein - $15.5: Stir-fried wheat noodles with shrimp or mixed meats Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hong Kong Chow Mein - $17.95: Crispy pan fried wheat noodles with shrimp, chicken, BBQ pork and greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yan Chow Fried Rice - $17.95: With shrimp, BBQ pork, chicken and vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Flaming Glazed Bananas - $14.5: Glazed bananas served flaming Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Beverages
- Soda Can - $2.5: Assorted canned soda
Frequently Asked Questions about Chef Chao
- Is Chef Chao dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Chef Chao has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Flaming Glazed Bananas, Vegetarian Chow Mein and Fried Wontons.
- What can I eat at Chef Chao on a dairy-free diet?
- Flaming Glazed Bananas, Vegetarian Chow Mein and Fried Wontons carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Chef Chao have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Flaming Glazed Bananas and Assorted Vegetables.
- Is Chef Chao gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Chef Chao?
- Sizzling Rice Soup (Small), at roughly 67.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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