Chef P's - Milpitas (menu)

Phone: +14085868389

Address: 1535 Landess Avenue, Milpitas, CA 95035, United States

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 251

"This place is primarily known for its fried crispy calamari which is unique in that it stays crispy literally for days. It 's tasty, crunchy and quite addictive. My in-laws would buy a half tray and bring it on a flight to Asia and it would still be crispy after a 14 hour flight. I buy a small box for $26 and we eat it over 4-5 days and it stays crispy the entire time. Regarding the service, if you 've ever watched Seinfeld with the episode featuring the Soup Nazi , my wife and I jokingly refer to the Chef P 's lady as the Squid Nazi . Yes, she 's gruff. We just accept it knowing she 's like that to everyone and it 's not you specifically. Just expect that she 's like that and it isn 't a big deal because I haven 't found any place else that can make calamari like they do. The place is CASH ONLY so bring your greenbacks. Finally, make sure you seal up your calamari tightly in a zip lock or plastic bag or your car or luggage will smell like fried calamari. Service: Takeaway Food: 5 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3"

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Beef

Curry Beef

Tender beef in rich and spicy curry sauce.

Ginger Beef

Tender strips of beef stir-fried with ginger, served in a savory sauce.

Entrées

Fried Prawns

Crispy golden prawns fried to perfection, offering a delightful crunch with each bite.

Pot Stickers

Savory dumplings filled with seasoned meat and vegetables, pan-fried to perfection, served with a tangy dipping sauce.

Fried Wontons

Crispy fried wontons filled with seasoned meat, served with a tangy dipping sauce.

Hot Sour Soup

A tangy and spicy broth infused with mushrooms, tofu, and veggies, delivering a balance of heat and sour notes.

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Chicken Dishes

Lemon Chicken

Tender chicken breast in a tangy lemon sauce, served with fresh herbs and a hint of garlic.

Garlic Chicken

Juicy grilled chicken infused with a robust garlic marinade, served with a side of fresh herbs.

Appetizer

Crab Rangoon

Crab Rangoon: Crispy wontons filled with a creamy crab and cheese mixture, served with a sweet dipping sauce.

Garlic Shrimp

Succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter, served with a hint of lemon and fresh herbs.

Specialties

Walnut Shrimp

Crispy shrimp glazed in sweet mayo, topped with candied walnuts for a perfect blend of texture and flavor.

General Chicken

Tender chicken pieces in a sweet and spicy sauce with a hint of garlic and ginger.

Soups

Egg Flower Soup

A light, savory broth containing delicate wisps of egg, often flavored with hints of soy sauce and topped with green onions.

Chow Mein

Pork Chow Mein

Stir-fried noodles with tender pork, crisp vegetables, and savory sauce.

Beef Chow Mein

Stir-fried noodles with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce.

Sandwiches

Egg Rolls

Crispy rolls filled with seasoned vegetable and meat mix, served with a tangy dipping sauce.

Rice Plates

Poultry

Pork

Indian

Curry Chicken

Tender chicken cooked in a rich, spiced curry sauce, perfect for a flavorful meal.

Noodles & Fun

Beef Chow Fun

Stir-fried flat rice noodles with tender beef, bean sprouts, and scallions in a savory soy sauce.

Lunch

Beef Broccoli

Tender beef slices stir-fried with fresh broccoli in a savory Asian-inspired sauce.

Mongolian Food

Mongolian Beef

Stir-fried beef with onions and scallions in a savory soy-based sauce.

Rice Dishes

Egg Fried Rice

Fragrant rice stir-fried with eggs, seasoned to perfection, and garnished with green onions for a savory delight.

Vegetarian

Fried Rice

Beef Fried Rice

Savory beef mixed with fragrant stir-fried rice, vegetables, and a hint of soy sauce for a deliciously satisfying dish.

Pasta

Seafood

Kung Pao Shrimp

Spicy stir-fried shrimp with peanuts, bell peppers, and chili peppers in a savory sauce.

Eileen

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

...the best calamari! It remains crunchy even after a week!

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Daniel

★

I attempted to call this restaurant to place an order, but I was met with a very rude employee on the phone.

Tess

★

Yesterday 8/13/21 I had 2 separate orders of crispy calamari at $23.99 each. On top were large calamari and underneath them were all niblets!! Why cheat????

Lynn

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I've been coming here with my family for years. This place is CASH ONLY. Their salt and pepper calamari is so crunchy. It's addicting. We tried the salt and pork ribs are pretty good too. Prices have definitely gone up. I think the salt and pepper calamari was about $26 but the container is petty full. The place itself is small. You literally have enough space to just look at the menu and come back to pick up your order. The lady seems mean but she doesn't play. Service: Takeaway Meal type: Other Price per person: $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Calamari, Crispy Calamari View menu

Ron

★ ★ ★ ★

This place is primarily known for its fried crispy calamari which is unique in that it stays crispy literally for days. It 's tasty, crunchy and quite addictive. My in-laws would buy a half tray and bring it on a flight to Asia and it would still be crispy after a 14 hour flight. I buy a small box for $26 and we eat it over 4-5 days and it stays crispy the entire time. Regarding the service, if you 've ever watched Seinfeld with the episode featuring the Soup Nazi , my wife and I jokingly refer to the Chef P 's lady as the Squid Nazi . Yes, she 's gruff. We just accept it knowing she 's like that to everyone and it 's not you specifically. Just expect that she 's like that and it isn 't a bi...

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