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The Best Chinese Food in San Francisco

The OpenTable Team

Known for its colorful Victorian houses, iconic Golden Gate Bridge, laid-back culture and world-class restaurants, the northern California city of San Francisco buzzes with culture and technology. With more than 20 percent of the local population of Chinese descent, San Francisco offers some of the best Chinese cuisine in America. So where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out when in the mood for Chinese food? Welcome to our Tastemakers List. We've pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. San Fran has no shortage of authentic Chinese restaurants, and this list presents the absolute best Chinese food in San Francisco. Break out the chopsticks and book a table!

20 Restaurants

Updated February 26, 2020

Restaurants:	China Live, Eight Tables by George Chen, Harborview Restaurant & Bar…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$$
Cuisines:	Chinese…
Neighborhoods:	Chinatown, Financial District / Embarcadero…

China Live

$$$$·Chinese·

Chinatown

1,480 reviews

Good for Groups
Fit for Foodies
Fun

This unique, modern marketplace offers artisan teas and snacks, as well as multi-course Chinese fare. Located in the heart of San Francisco's Chinatown, it is a restaurant, bar, an…Read more

86% recommended

Best Food in San Francisco

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Eight Tables by George Chen

$$$$·Chinese·

Chinatown

200 reviews

Special Occasion
Creative Cuisine
Fit for Foodies

Located on China Live’s second floor, Eight Tables dishes up some of the best Chinese food in San Francisco. Here, diners can enjoy elaborate tasting menus and highly creative cock…Read more

86% recommended

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Harborview Restaurant & Bar

$$$$·Chinese·

Financial District / Embarcadero

253 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Scenic View
Good for Groups

This elegant restaurant focuses on Cantonese Chinese cuisine while offering diners panoramic views of San Francisco's Bay Bridge. Known for their luxurious approach to dining, Harb…Read more

96% recommended

Good for Groups in San Francisco

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Z & Y Restaurant

$$$$·Chinese·

Chinatown

193 reviews

Authentic
Casual
Fit for Foodies

Known for their full-flavor, spicy dishes, Z & Y Restaurant serves some of the best Chinese food in San Francisco. Both this restaurant and its chefs are well-known throughout the …Read more

100% recommended

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FANG

$$$$·Chinese·

SOMA

1,964 reviews

Good for Groups
Authentic
Business Meals

This trendy and modern establishment focuses on Chinese staples in a more upscale setting. Since 1988, the Fang family has offered a new approach to food that is unique from other …Read more

89% recommended

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Yank Sing - Stevenson Street

$$$$·Dim Sum·

SOMA

1,241 reviews

Great for Lunch
Great for Outdoor Dining
Great for Brunch

When searching for the best Chinese food in San Francisco, as well as a unique dining experience, Yank Sing won't disappoint. Offering diners a highly interactive experience, Yank …Read more

89% recommended

Great for Lunch in San Francisco Bay Area

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Yank Sing - Rincon Center

$$$$·Dim Sum·

Financial District / Embarcadero

2,036 reviews

Great for Lunch
Good for Groups
Sunday Lunch

At Yank Sing's second location, situated in the Rincon Center, diners will find white linen tablecloths and napkins, as well as floral centerpieces and bright lighting throughout. …Read more

90% recommended

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Grand Harbor

$$$$·Dim Sum·

Burlingame

113 reviews

Great for Lunch
Waterfront
Authentic

Grand Harbor has it all — incredible food, great service, and unbeatable views. This bayside restaurant also specializes in dim sum, as well as other Chinese classics. However, in …Read more

100% recommended

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Crouching Tiger Restaurant

$$$$·Chinese·

Redwood City

208 reviews

Authentic
Casual

This casual eatery features bright lighting, a large dining space, and wood accents. Specializing in spicy Sichuan and Hunan dishes, Crouching Tiger Restaurant is certainly a local…Read more

100% recommended

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Yucca De Lac

$$$$·Chinese·

Palo Alto

164 reviews

Good for Birthdays
Casual
Great for Lunch

Taking a different spin on traditional Chinese food, Yucca De Lac has been serving up Asian-fusion dishes for more than 50 years. The interior space is modern and elegant, and dine…Read more

100% recommended

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Uncle Yu's at the Vineyard

$$$$·Pan-Asian·

Livermore

1,452 reviews

Great for Outdoor Dining
Special Occasion
Neighborhood Gem

Situated in Livermore, Uncle Yu’s at the Vineyard is a classy bar and eatery, offering diners a “zen-like” experience. Independently owned and operated, the goal at Uncle Yu’s is t…Read more

90% recommended

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P.F. Chang's - Emeryville

$$$$·Asian·

Emeryville

59 reviews

Casual
Happy Hour
Good for Birthdays

Located in Emeryville, this family-friendly chain offers Asian-inspired, made-from-scratch recipes using the freshest ingredients. Using traditional techniques, chefs hand-roll dim…Read more

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Begoni Bistro

$$$$·Dim Sum·

Chinatown

91 reviews

Casual
Authentic
Good for Groups

Bright and airy, this San Francisco Chinese eatery is modern and welcoming in terms of its atmosphere, yet highly traditional in regards to its extensive menu. The restaurant itsel…Read more

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Chili House

$$$$·Chinese·

Richmond District

202 reviews

Authentic
Spicy
Casual

While the interior of Chili House is fairly modest, their menu is anything but. Offering local diners Mandarin-style dim sum, as well as Sichuan-style cuisine, this restaurant is b…Read more

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Tai Pan

$$$$·Chinese·

Palo Alto

773 reviews

Casual
Great for Lunch
Good for Groups

Tai Pan offers diners an elegant atmosphere, featuring white-linen tables and contemporary decor. This 168-seat restaurant presents over 60 dishes to choose from, including everyth…Read more

100% recommended

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Teo Restaurant & Bar

$$$$·Chinese·

SOMA

38 reviews

Good for Groups
Casual
Creative Cuisine

As soon as diners walk into Teo Restaurant & Bar, they immediately notice the industrial-chic decor, before discovering the flavors of Southern Chinese-style dishes. Sharing their …Read more

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Brandy Ho's Hunan Food

$$$$·Chinese·

North Beach

289 reviews

Neighborhood Gem
Good for Groups
Fit for Foodies

Brandy utilize the infamous chili pepper, transforming this ingredient through various cooking techniques. While dining at Brandy Ho’s Hunan Food, guests can enjoy their house smok…Read more

83% recommended

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Hakkasan - San Francisco

$$$$·Chinese·

Financial District / Embarcadero

2,291 reviews

Special Occasion
Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies

When searching for the best Chinese food in San Francisco, this spot has it all. Located on the second floor of the iconic One Kearny building in downtown San Francisco, Hakkasan f…Read more

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Sino Restaurant & Lounge

$$$$·Chinese·

San Jose

1,454 reviews

Good for a Date
Vibrant Bar Scene
Bar Seating

Located in San Jose, Sino Restaurant & Lounge is both an eatery and lively nightclub space. Featuring dishes of Cantonese origin made with traditional cooking techniques, the menu …Read more

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M.Y. China - Permanently Closed

$$$$·Chinese·

SOMA

1,290 reviews

Casual
Good for a Date
Great for Lunch

When diners have a craving for hand-pulled noodles, M.Y. China is the place to go. This Chinese eatery features a fast-paced open kitchen, offering guests a memorable experience. H…Read more

91% recommended

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