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House of Prime Rib
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.9(16,136)Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness - 2
Kokkari Estiatorio
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(9,315)Financial District / Embarcadero - 3
Elena's
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(742)Forest Hill / West Portal - 4
La Mar Cocina Peruana San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Peruvian•4.7(8,642)Financial District / Embarcadero - 5
Waterbar
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.6(11,103)Financial District / Embarcadero
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Four Kings
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.6(201)Chinatown - 2
STK - San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.1(1,443)Financial District / Embarcadero - 3
State Bird Provisions
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.6(3,381)Western Addition - 4
Dalida
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(1,139)Presidio - 5
Birdsong
Price: Very Expensive•American•4SOMA
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The Palm Court at RH San Francisco
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(1,903)Potrero Hill / Dogpatch - 2
Boulevard
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(9,180)Financial District / Embarcadero - 3
A16 - San Francisco
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(5,079)Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio - 4
Gary Danko
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.8(1,773)Fisherman's Wharf - 5
Trestle
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(2,889)Financial District / Embarcadero
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China Live
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.6(3,383)China Live, Eater's "Restaurant of the Year," features fresh, seasonal Chinese cuisine cooked from specialized stations that merge traditional Chinese and Western culinary equipment. Our main dining area, with views of our exhibition kitchens, plays centerpiece, appointed with chairs and tables all handcrafted in China from reclaimed Chinese elm. We also offer outside dining.Cold Drinks Bar
Price: Expensive•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.6(63)Serving Scotch-centric Cold Drinks, and featuring food from the Eight Tables by George Chen kitchen.
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“It’s a pseudo-secret, just above the bustling scene at China Live, accessible via stairwell; black bats painted on the walls lead the way to the door. Inside is a swanky, Scotch-filled bar where the bartenders wear tuxedos, and the vibe is modern Shanghai with a dash of old school San Francisco. Drinks are heavy on the Scotch, and there are many to choose from, so don’t be shy.” – High-End Scotch Concoctions Headline the New Menu at Chinatown’s Cold Drinks Bar – EaterSF
Fusion Dumpling
Price: Moderate•Asian•4.5(51)A NEW TAKE ON TRADITIONAL DUMPLINGS
Nestled in the heart of Chinatown in San Francisco, Fusion Dumpling is a Shanghai Dumpling House with a menu fusing Szechuan, Shanghai, and Northern delicacies.
Our take on a traditional dumpling combines Chongqing-Szechuan Bun style Xiao Long Bao, Shanghai soup dumpling pan-fried buns, and Northern-style dumplings to create a “Flavored in one” dumpling unlike any other.
Chef Du and his team, known best for savory soup dumplings, presents a menu for both the adventure seeker and traditional Chinese food lover alike. From mini hot pots, noodles and rice, and private home cuisines, to classic dishes and of course dumplings – the new menu is exploding with flavor.
Each dish is made to order.
Seating is limited. Peak times can lead to wait times.
Reservations are recommended.Z & Y Peking Duck
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.4(144)Z & Y Peking Duck: After 200 years of waiting, San Francisco Chinatown finally welcomes authentic Peking duck
Z & Y is a Michelin-recommended restaurant which also the critics' choice.
Discover a culinary masterpiece at Z & Y Peking Duck. Chef Han, renowned for serving Chinese presidents, diplomats, and VIPs, brings centuries of tradition to the heart of San Francisco's Chinatown.
Indulge in our signature Peking Duck, elevated with caviar, or savor other Cantonese classics like Miso Sea Bass and Xiao Long Bao. Experience two distinct atmospheres: modern upstairs or traditional downstairs. Perfect for special occasions, date nights, or group gatherings. Join us for a taste of Beijing in the Bay Area.
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From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
- SStephanSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoEverything was wonderful, an evening with business & great foodMore infoChina LivePrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown•4.6
- SSandiVIPMontreal / Quebec •3 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoReally amazing food, fantastic wine list, fun ambiance. Nice location. Highly recommend!More infoTrestlePrice: Very Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero•4.8
- DDebbieVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •18 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoLoved it. I had duck for the first time and it was delicious.More infoBIXPrice: Expensive• American• Financial District / Embarcadero•4.7
- OOrnellaVIPLos Angeles •2 reviews5.0Dined on May 3, 2025It was an amazing experience with GREAT food. I might seem little in the beginning, but it ends up being too much food by the end of the unending courses !More infoThe Empress by BoonPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Chinatown•4
- BBerndVIPCalifornia Central Coast •12 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 21, 2025Great food! The tables are a little close to each other, and there is some noise. The servers are professionals, but not too uplifting.More infoZ & Y RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Chinatown•4.6
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A hilly enclave dotted with red lanterns and bright storefronts, Chinatown is a richly authentic place that hums with energy. Every year, the district attracts more visitors than the Golden Gate Bridge. Some of the best-loved foods include the cash-only dim sum spots, famous egg tarts from the Golden Gate Bakery, and banquet-style dining halls that serve traditional Cantonese cuisine.
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The most romantic restaurant in Chinatown is The Empress by Boon