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Golden Island

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3.9(1,269)
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Menu Highlights

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Crispy Chicken Spring Rolls (3)

$6.99

Spicy Chili Dumpling (8)

$14.99

Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings(6)

$12.99

Salt & Pepper Shrimp (8)

$15.95

In shell.

Salt & Pepper Calamari

$16.99

House Special Crispy Fried Squab

$24.99

Order in advance.

Deep - Fried Pig Intestine

$21.99

Harbor Style Soft Shell Crab

$11.99

Order in advance.

Appetizers · 9Soups · 8Roast Dishes · 10Dimsum (Baked) · 7Dimsum (Pan-Fried & Deep-Fried) · 12Dimsum (Steamed) · 18Dimsum (Rice Rolls) · 9Dimsum (Dessert) · 4Live Seafood · 11Seafood · 13Abalone & Sea Cucumber · 5Hot Pot · 8Chicken · 4Pork · 6Beef & Lamb · 8Tofu · 6Vegetables · 6Lettuce Wrap · 1Fried Rice · 7Noodles, Chow Fun & Lo Mein · 11Chef's Specials · 6Kitchen Specials · 7Party Trays · 19

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Location & Hours

Address

10660 Camino Ruiz
San Diego, CA 92126
United States
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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 9:30 AM
Monday10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday9:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(858) 578-8800

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About Golden Island

Straightforward Asian restaurant with a bar & TV screens specializing in dim sum & Chinese classics.

Price range
moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 30, 2025.

3.9/5
Based on 1,269 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Maria Vazquez

in the last week

Hanh-Thao Nguyen

in the last week

My receipt showed I payed for fish roll, but the order receipt attached to my takeout did not show it. I was charged for something I did not receive.

Tony Go

in the last week

Good Dim Sum is rather elusive in San Diego. The chicken feet here are at least decent. They have all the classic dim sum staples but it's all a bit pricier than you'd expect, around $8 for a plate.

Ethan Sy

a week ago

Expensive. each dimsum plate is over $10 dllrs

Angela Lin

a week ago

Good dimsum in San Diego but over priced compared to la. Wish they had more selection but they have all the classics

Ricky H

a month ago

Loved the food, the buns and dim sum were good. There were some other interested options. Maybe try to place your orders for baked food right away as it takes a while. Fun location.

Michael Sandler

4 months ago

Love this dim sum place. Very traditional and great selections. I went with some friends who spoke mandarin so we got really good service and they were very attentive. Def would come back here.

Mavel MCole

2 weeks ago

Best chicken wings and yang chow fried rice was so good too. My Uncle ordered the orange chicken but I'm not really fond of it. The egg drop soup was great as well.

Gideon Tong

2 months ago

The service is excellent, and the waiters are friendly, and the parking is easy to find. But it fails in the food department. Several of the dim sum dishes were okay, but I ordered 蘿蔔糕 and it was a bi...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive dining experience, with many customers expressing satisfaction and a willingness to return. The average rating suggests a generally favorable perception.

Customer Favorites

Popular dishes include the chicken wings, yang chow fried rice, and dim sum. The egg drop soup and buns also received positive mentions.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as having a fun location, and the service is generally regarded as excellent with friendly and attentive waiters. Speaking Mandarin may enhance the service experience.

Value & Quality

The dim sum is noted as being pricier than expected, with some dishes being considered decent. Food quality varies, with some dishes being well-received and others, like the 蘿蔔糕, criticized for being too salty and wet.

Areas for Improvement

One reviewer mentioned the 蘿蔔糕 being too salty and wet. Baked food may take a while to prepare so customers should consider ordering in advance.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the quality of specific dishes like chicken wings and fried rice, and the overall positive experience with dim sum, while also pointing out potential inconsistencies in food preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Golden Island located?

Golden Island is located at 10660 Camino Ruiz, San Diego, CA 92126, USA.

What is the price range at Golden Island?

Golden Island is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for Golden Island?

The listed hours for Golden Island are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Golden Island?

Call Golden Island at (858) 578-8800. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.

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