Yin Ji Chang Fen - Berkeley

Yin Ji Chang Fen - Berkeley is a Cantonese restaurant in Berkeley, CA, serving a menu centered on chang fen, or delicate rice noodle rolls, along with congee, dim sum, noodle soups, and other familiar Chinese comfort dishes. Located at 2116 Shattuck Ave., the restaurant offers a convenient option for people exploring downtown Berkeley, staying nearby, or looking for a satisfying meal on Shattuck Avenue. Its 4.1-star rating from 238 reviews reflects a range of guest experiences while showing that many diners return for its Cantonese-style specialties.

Chang fen is the restaurant's namesake and a natural place to start. Diners have specifically mentioned the beef rice noodle roll, while the menu's broader rice noodle roll focus makes this a fitting stop for those who enjoy the soft texture and simple, savory character of this Cantonese staple. Fried dough sticks have also earned positive comments, offering a crisp accompaniment for diners who want something extra alongside their meal. Dim sum is another frequently noted choice, making the restaurant suitable for a relaxed daytime meal with several flavors and textures on the table.

Congee stands out in customer feedback as a particularly comforting part of the menu. One guest praised the sliced pork, liver, and kidney congee for tasting good when they had little appetite and wanted something restorative and easy to eat. Other diners have also called the congee good, reinforcing Yin Ji Chang Fen - Berkeley as a practical choice when a warm rice porridge meal sounds right. Guests can also find items such as shrimp wonton noodle soup and beef noodle soup, with reviews describing generous meat portions in some dishes and noting that preferences on broth richness or serving temperature can vary.

For Cantonese food in Berkeley, this restaurant works well for solo lunches, casual dinners, congee cravings, and diners interested in trying chang fen beyond the usual takeout routine. It is open daily from 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM, making it accessible throughout the week for late-morning meals through dinner. Whether you come specifically for rice noodle rolls, order congee for a comforting bowl, or add dim sum and fried dough sticks to share, Yin Ji Chang Fen - Berkeley provides a focused Cantonese menu in a central Berkeley location.