50 Best Chinese Restaurants in San Francisco

“hk lounge bistro is hands down my favorite hk style cantonese restaurant. you can't beat the freshness and flavors of the food, and the service is superb. everyone is so nice and i love seeing the same team each time we dine here. it's a sf treasure!“

“Always great dim sum and dumplings.“

“The food was flavourful and the texture was just right. We ordered the Peking duck and soy chicken. Our kids loved the chicken with a side of steamed rice. The chef enjoys strong flavours and skillfully cut the chicken like butter in front of our table. The atmosphere is casual with an Asian-fusion trendy vibe.“

“I just back from Taiwan and was craving red braised beef noodle soup. This was better than most of the ones I had in Taiwan! Flavorful broth, chewy noodles, and tender meat. Highly recommend. I’ve already ordered it for delivery a few times and recommended it to a few friends.“

“Finally got a chance to check out Mamahuhu on Clement for their famous Pineapple Bao Burger. The Savory Chicken Bao Burger is an absolute beast with crispy, juicy fried chicken coated with killer umami packed seasoning, tucked into a soft, pillowy bao bun toasted so that it holds up without getting soggy. The sauce brings that sweet-savory punch, pickles cut through perfectly which prompted me to demolish it in record time and I'm already plotting the next visit. Hands down one of the best chicken sandwiches around.
Fries were crispy, well-seasoned & hot when they arrived, but nothing special or memorable. They do the job as a side without stealing any thunder from the bao burger.
Vibe is casual and modern, service quick and friendly (even with the Clement Street foot traffic), kind of pricey but fair enough with the high food quality. Street parking on Clement is the usual hunt, circle or grab a spot nearby.
Killer bao burger carries the show, fries play support without drama. Solid choice in the Richmond district lineup. Definitely heading back for more of that chicken goodness.
4.5 stars. Bao burger is the star—don't sleep on it.“

“Great dim sum. Friendly service. Great location in the fisherman’s wharf area where locals and tourists can enjoy the food and the scenary“

“I only had take-out and delivery but everything was delicious! The pork wonton soup was amazing. I was expecting pork wontons but there were several meaty dumplings (obviously from scratch) with plenty of BBQ pork and veggies. I was sick at the end of my trip and this place got me through it. The combo rice, shrimp noodles, spring rolls, crab rangoons, fried chicken, and soup was the best I've ever had. Three out of six days we ordered Kung Food and were pleasantly delighted every time. There is nothing like this place up in Washington state.“

“Very yummy experience - would recommend the beef noodle soup, onion and egg pancake, and cucumber salad. Noodle portions are huge and food comes out quickly. We went on a Saturday at noon and were seated immediately, ladies serving us were very sweet. Note that it’s cash only. Highly recommend, we will be back!“

“The sesame chicken is DOPE. All the food is good. My friend really liked the Singapore noodles.

We ordered way too much food and ate delightedly eating leftovers all weekend.
The sesame chicken stays crispy somehow after the microwave.

No complains about any of the dishes.“

“Absolutely loved this place! The food was delicious, the service was incredibly efficient, and the restaurant was spotless. Even though we had to wait a bit, it was completely worth it. Every dish we tried was amazing. You can really tell they take pride in what they do. Highly recommend if you’re in San Francisco and craving great Chinese food!“

“Superb! The cooking show is very nice!“

“So good! They have many different combinations of dumpling fillings. We went with the three treasures, and the mushroom & chicken filling, one with soup and one without, they were both so good. The soup that it comes with is filled with seaweed, and a light savory broth. I highly suggest adding vinegar to the broth to bring out the flavor even more. And you make your own dipping sauce at the table for your dumplings as well.

Service was great, and the food came out quickly. Plenty of seating, with wall decorations.“

“California-style Cantonese cuisine! I really like the decoration style here, which always makes me feel better when dining here. The golden lotus chandelier and the gold and silver wire lamp are definitely the best decoration! 👍The pastries here are also worth mentioning! Pineapple buns, wife cakes, black sesame banana cakes with miso sugar!“

“Yuanbao Jiaozi offers delicious, handmade dumplings packed with fresh flavor and satisfying texture. The menu features plenty of variety, from classic pork fillings to vibrant vegetarian options, all served hot and comforting. With quick service, fair prices, and consistently tasty dishes, it’s a standout spot for authentic, flavorful dumplings.“

“I grab take out and enjoy the Shanghai soup dumplings, onion crepe pancakes, crispy golden noodles -Hong Kong style (veggie) and the supreme wonton noodle soup..so good!. Attentive service and the location is tops intersecting North beach and Chinatown. An easy walk to FiDi, the Embarcadeo and Union Square.“

“I am obsessed with Mulan Malatang! I love all of their toppings - especially the bamboo and money bag dumplings. The owner is so sweet and it has a very homey vibe. It’s a great place for a solo dinner or with friends. My favorite is the pork bone both, extra spicy. Hits the spot every time!“

“The taste is very good, I will go there again next time.“

“食物美味，环境优美，服务很棒，下次再来“

“Lovely place to celebrate the Chinese New Year!“

“Classic Chinese spot, I don't even need to look at the menu to know what I want, and that is usually the Prawns with Lobster sauce, and Orange Beef with rice 😋👍.. Great food, great prices, be sure to give it a try if you are in the outer Richmond some time.“

“What a great find! Generous portions, friendly and cheerful service, fairly quick service, and very, very reasonably priced! The salt-pepper prawns were large and perfectly crisp. Dumplings were large and full of filling. Dry green beans were a hit with the teens and my husband! And pan-fried noodles had plenty of beef and vegetables. Will definitely return to this restaurant the next time we visit SF.“

“Mission Chinese Food has a really cool vibe that immediately stands out. It gives you that classic hole-in-the-wall feeling while still feeling intentional and fun, which adds to the overall experience.

The food was great—bold flavors, well executed, and definitely memorable. Everything we tried was satisfying and clearly made with care, making it easy to see why this place has such a strong reputation.

Service was good and consistent throughout our visit. Staff was friendly, attentive, and kept things moving smoothly without making us feel rushed.

The space itself adds to the charm. It feels relaxed, lively which makes it a great spot for a casual meal or a night out with friends.

Mission Chinese Food delivers on vibe, food, and service, we’ll definitely be back.“

“The most authentic Hunan cuisine I've ever eaten!“

“It’s my go-to everytime I’m in SF! Delicious, traditional noodle recipes. It always hits home. I love that most of the customers are long term neighbors, people that might have moved away but always came back to this place for some delicious food and memories!!

Give it a try!!“

“This is a favorite location for seniors nearby especially if you like inexpensive price and large portions according to my auntie’s. It is basically comfort food. If you order family style, it comes with their house soup. We ordered, string beef with beef,salt and pepper pork chop, sweet sauce fried chicken (Omg. Delicious), tofu with beef and clay pot dish with eggplant. Everything was good but my favorite was the sweet sauce fried chicken. Would I come back? Definitely. It also got mom’s stamp of approval..“

“This is my first time trying this place. I arrived at 10 and it wasn't that busy yet. I ordered 4 different types or rice rolls, preserved duck egg congee and soy milk to go for $45. I tried one of the rice rolls and the soy mil before leaving. I enjoyed the food so much! I like how they have a small sauce station where you can add different sauces and sesame seeds.

I can eat rice rolls several times a week. Looks like this will be one of our regular spots!“

“The staff here is fast, even when busy they’re constantly running around taking care of their customers. Now the important part, the food is a 10/10. If you like spicy, they got you covered. But don’t worry, it doesn’t have to be spicy. Definitely coming back.“

“Love this place the wait and drive is worth it“

“My favorite hole in the wall Chinese food I crave for when it comes to dumplings. They do fried or boiled.

It’s about the wrapper… fresh made and ingredients inside that counts.

They do good Americanized Chinese food too… best tender kung pao chicken and Mongolian beef.“

“Everything is just great!!! From your time waiting till you’re served, is wonderful.“

“Great Chinese restaurant. The chow mein was full of meats, and the noodles were a great texture. The sesame chicken was so lightly breaded and fresh, great flavor. And the Mongolian beef was extremely flavorful. One of our favorites in the Castro.“

“The name is so fitting! King of noods indeed!
I was in SF for some work stuff and had to go there twice because it was that good !
The beef chow fun was the right balance of onions, noods, and meat! The meat was also super tender 😍
The cold beef tendons were really yummy too!
Next time, I need to try some of the greens and heard the dumplings were also very good!

The service was impeccable - the two young gentlemen did an excellent job managing a relatively busy / small place!

Overall highly recommend!“

“Very nice owner, she’s very friendly.
All the food is made to order so the food you get will be piping hot and fresh. I love that.
The fried chicken is more than perfect. It’s like the chicken I cook at home! It’s so juicy, perfect garlic taste and right amount of seasoning.
I will go here every time I’m in San Francisco, the prices are affordable to anybody.“

“Our daughter is obsessed with soup dumplings which we found at Fusion Dumpling. The traditional pork were great, but try the black truffle and wagyu soup dumplings. You won't be disappointed!“

“In Chinatown classic! I had the pure Rice noodle combination. My husband had the curry chicken and we split the eggrolls. They give you complementary hot tea and they are awesome people not to mention they were playing the best 80s music!!“

“Love the Special Combo chow main ❤️👍🏼“

“The best hot pot ever this is my second time with my family and we love it. The only problem is the parking it take us 30 minutes looking for parking.“

“Food ranges for me between a 3.5-4.5 I typically like the Hunan Smoked Pork, Potstickers, and Sesame Beef. The Shanghai Chicken is also good. Those dishes rarely disappoint. This is mostly American style Chinese food with a Southern China focus.“

“Super yummy Chinese American classics made with actual real good for you ingredients (ie grass fed beef!) I love the funky, fun and relaxed, fast casual vibe. Mamahuhu is one of our favorite regulars.

Strongly recommend the mapo tofu w/ pork + jade fried rice🤤“

“Great food, very reasonable prices. Just be prepared to wait“

“Really really great food- flavorful and with just the right amount of spiciness that you can taste and feel but that doesn’t overwhelm the dishes. Inside is cozy and intimate and service staff were very friendly. Also, all of it is at a great price for dining out- was able to have two drinks, two appetizers and two entrees for under $75 after tip. Will definitely be coming back!“

“Me and My Hubby came for a Valentines Lunch date and I have NO complaints Everything was Fuego!! From the Atmosphere to the Tea to the appetizers to the Main Course!! It was on Point and so flavorful and Just DELICIOUS!! Am coming back tomorrow to bring my daughter a plate back home in Sacramento!!! Love LOVE LOVE!!! Thanks for the great EVERYTHING!!🫶🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🤏🏽🤏🏽“

“loved it! duck was delicious!“

“One of those hole in the wall places that San Franciscans love.

Excellent Shanghai food. I had the Shanghai wonton / dumplings. Delicious broth, huge bowl, very very tasty

Price was good $13 and service attentive and pleasant. Clean bathroom.

I will definitely be coming back for more of the delicious hand pulled noodles when I have a group“

“Great Food Great Price with variety of choices on the menu. the Laksa soup is yummy 😋“

“Great flavors come off the woks at Nan King Road Bistro. The whole menu is worth ordering.“

“Very good food“

“I simply ordered Mu Shu pork to go. I'll start out by saying the food was great, and instead of the 6 pancakes normally given, I ended up getting 10. Had I known I would have asked for additional plum sauce and gladly paid for it. It was a slow weeknight and the food for 6 to 8 people who were there looked good too. The reason I didn't rate them higher was because of the difficulty getting them to take my order. I first came inside to place my order and the people working there saw me and kept doing whatever they were doing. I stood there for at least 5 to 7 minutes without anyone even acknowledging me. So, I walked out and looked around to figure out where else I could go. I live in the area and knew that there were options. After about 10 minutes I decided to give them another chance. I walked in and once again stood there. This time, within a few minutes, a woman came to help me. I placed my order and was told it would be ready in 17 minutes. Why 17 minutes I have no clue. I came back in 17 minutes and it was already sitting there ready. I will order from them again. I don't give up on small businesses in my area and I'll try another dish.“

“The food is tasty and delicious the inside needs a update the service is good it’s not too noisy“

“M Pot might be the best hot pot I've tried. Lilly was super welcoming and helpful in explaining some of the less common items on the menu. She won't steer you wrong! We asked for medium and she suggested we try mild first and she was right, it was our medium/hot. Quality and variety of ingredients really stood out from handmade noodles to authentic homemade Chinese desserts. The meat portions were big and the broths were really tasty. It's a la carte but we still ate like it was AYCE and the price reflected that. Next time we we'll order a little less and try some other Lilly recommendations. You won't regret coming here. Also they're open til 10pm on weekdays and 11pm on weekends, possibly later, just call.“