HL Peninsula Restaurant – Chinese
Steaming baskets of golden custard buns and whimsical, animal-shaped puddings bring a touch of playful artistry to this grand dining destination, where the air is rich with the savory promise of a traditional banquet. Guests gather around tables laden with opulent displays of massive lobster and geoduck clam prepared two ways, transitioning from the sizzle of tender beef stir-fry to the cooling sweetness of a delicate sago dessert. It is a vibrant culinary theater that balances high-end seafood elegance with the joyful charm of masterfully crafted treats.
HL Peninsula Restaurant Castro Valley, 3868, Castro Valley Boulevard, Castro Valley, Alameda County, California, 94546, United States https://www.hlpeninsula.com/locations0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, soy-free
Diet fit at HL Peninsula Restaurant
Dairy-Free at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sago Dessert and Massive Lobster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Geoduck Clam Two Ways and Massive Lobster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custard Buns, Geoduck Clam Two Ways and Bunny and Piggy Shaped Pudding. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sago Dessert. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custard Buns, Bunny and Piggy Shaped Pudding and Sago Dessert. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custard Buns and Sago Dessert. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 4 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Custard Buns, Bunny and Piggy Shaped Pudding and Sago Dessert. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at HL Peninsula Restaurant
HL Peninsula Restaurant in Castro Valley has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Massive Lobster. 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 HL Peninsula Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tender Beef Stir-Fry | 24.9 g | 8.6 g |
| Custard Buns | 33.2 g | 5.5 g |
| Sago Dessert | 1.7 g | 0.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Dim Sum
- Custard Buns - $8.95: Steamed buns with sweet egg custard filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bunny and Piggy Shaped Pudding - $7.5: Decorative animal-shaped milk or mango pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Main Courses
- Geoduck Clam Two Ways - $128: Stir-fry and soup made from the head Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Massive Lobster - $98: Fresh lobster prepared in Cantonese style Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tender Beef Stir-Fry - $28: Slices of beef sautéed with seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Sago Dessert - $6.5: Sweet soup with sago pearls Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about HL Peninsula Restaurant
- Is HL Peninsula Restaurant dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. HL Peninsula Restaurant has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sago Dessert and Massive Lobster.
- What can I eat at HL Peninsula Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- Sago Dessert and Massive Lobster carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does HL Peninsula Restaurant have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sago Dessert.
- Is HL Peninsula Restaurant gluten-free?
- 2 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 HL Peninsula Restaurant?
- Tender Beef Stir-Fry, at roughly 8.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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