TREASURES BRINGS FINE DINING TO BELMONT
TREASURES BRINGS FINE DINING TO BELMONT
By Gerrye Wong June 5, 2026
Treasures Restaurant was welcomed with fanfare when it opened its doors in Belmont, Ca last year and I just had the pleasure of dining there again this week. Again the restaurant gave a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy fine dining in a very nice way. As the same proprietors which opened the attractive Imperial Treasure Restaurant in Palo Alto three years ago, Miki Yang said her brother and her idea for their restaurant was showing what real Chinese food looks like today. Miki said, “ It is not just the dishes themselves, but also the modern dining culture in China where it’s about flavors, presentation, atmosphere and how people experience food in China of today. Having grown up in Shanghai, Ms Yang said her father was in the military, so as a result, parts of her childhood was living in many different regions across China. She said, “Growing up in so many places gave me a broad perspective to different cultures and lifestyles which sparked my love for food. When I moved to the Bay Area, I discovered the food scene here is very strong and diverse. I ’m especially passionate about Peking Duck so when there was an opportunity to open a restaurant, I felt we should focus on authentic Peking duck.”
Yang’s Imperial Treasures Restaurant was opened three years ago, while Treasures recently opened in late 2025. Miki Yang smiled when saying she found one of her own favorites, Dual-Flavor Beef Ribs has turned out to be one of the Treasure’s customers favorite dishes. The popularity seems to be because it hits both sides of a craving in one dish. Its bold chili aroma and numbing heat gives it a spicy side, where as the savory side is garlic-forward, rich and comforting with slow-cooked meat that falls off the bone and non-spicy. Miki says the one plate satisfies different taste references so a crowd-pleaser and high reorder rate with guests basically saying, ‘this is the dish we don’t have to argue about.”
Speaking with other diners, they agreed they like both the Peking Duck and Caviar Peking Duck. The duck is prepared using traditional Peking techniques and carved fresh tableside, allowing guests to experience the duck at its best with ideal temperature, precise knife work and perfect doneness.” For the Caviar Peking Duck, Miki Yang explained, “We elevate the classic by adding premium caviar, creating layers of texture and depth. The rich savory duck pairs beautifully with the luxurious intensity of the caviar, resulting in a flavor combination that it is bold and truly unforgettable.” Miki shared, “One tradition that guests absolutely love is enjoying the freshly sliced duck skin dipped in white sugar. The contrast between the warm crispy skin and light sweetness has captivated countless of our diners and remains a signature experience that keep people coming back.”
Diners who are regular restaurant movers and shakers agree it is the special restaurant decor that immediately draws one’s attention. As Miki explains, “I didn’t want it to feel old-fashion so the style we chose is what I would call a “ New Chinese” aesthetic, rooted in traditional Chinese elements, but interpreted in a more modern refined way. Private rooms are very important in Chinese dining culture as Chinese love gathering together for simply food enjoyment. With this in mind, Treasures has a private room that can seat up to 24 people in one large round table that has an automatic rotating lazy Susan which makes sharing dishes very convenient for the guests.” For such large groups, they offer pre-order group menu that can include some of their signature and premium dishes such as Golden Sand Crab, King Crab and lobster.
When one enters or exits the restaurant along the side outdoor corridor wall, overhead are hanging glass pieces with Chinese writing. Miki explained to me these are actually lines selected from classic Chinese poetry with each phrase having its own special meaning and story behind it. Miki laughed when I asked about the phrases, explaining it was for her children who are both learning Chinese phrases in class but don’t have opportunities to really see, use or connect them to real life when growing up in the United States. So this popular art piece corridor outside the restaurant is more than just a decoration, it’s a small cultural space where kids – especially those growing up overseas – can interact with the Chinese language while deepening their understanding of Chinese culture in a natural way.
Also Treasures has an attractive private semi closed spaces for a round table holding up to 8-10 people. As Treasures Manager Ken told me, Treasures honors that for Chinese, meals are about connection and shared experience where people could gather comfortably, talk freely and really enjoy the dining experiences with family or friends celebrations. Imperial Restaurant is at 151 California Street, in Palo Alto, near train station. Belmont’s Treasures is at 510 El Camino Real with ample parking. You will be pleasantly pleased to dine in different decor than your usual Chinese restaurant while enjoying delectable Peking Duck and assorted dim sum delicacies. It’s a busy small restaurant so recommend making reservations.
