Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Chinatown, San Francisco

Ben M. • September 3, 2021Go for the excellent cocktails and the view, stay for the pre fixe menu (and more cocktails of course)

Jonathan R. • October 16, 2011Sit down for a tasting. Talk to the staff, tell them what you're interested in, explore, and learn. (Then buy something wonderful to take home!)

Margot S. • September 3, 2018Good ol’ Vesuvio. Classic North Beach bar. Sit upstairs for good people watching!

Kei W. • March 17, 2021Lavender latte is great!

Doug d. • July 28, 2016The front room is a great place to watch the city pass by while imbibing first rate classic cocktails served by a charming bartender. The olives are darn tasty too.

Annie 🌺 J. • September 15, 2018Had a tasty lunch here! Falafel bowl is really generous, more falafel than I could eat! I’ve heard the pita here is great too. Vegetarian friendly of course :) Not much seating, better for takeout.

Andre M. • January 8, 2020Chicken ramen with extra sweet tofu was very tasty and not spicy at all. Creamy texture of the broth is very special.

Natalie F. • July 14, 2019We got the matcha tea with brown sugar boba, was really good and not too sweet!

K-Þórır D. • January 31, 2018The latest Blue Bottle location in Bay Area! Competent & friendly baristas. A little spot but perfect for a drip & warm waffle on ur way to work !

J.R. R. • April 23, 2021Must haves: scallion pancakes, dirty rice, and dumplings! Cocktail of choice: pixie and Luna!

Rich P. • December 5, 2015Come here with a group, and order a variety of incredible dishes. Wash it all down with a bottle of Tsingtao or two..

Olga Z. • March 2, 2016Best Chinese I've ever tried and I've been to Boston and New York Chinatowns places many times! Must! Btw Michelin recommended for many years

Kitt M. • January 18, 2010I break my vegetarian rules for the #17 five star chicken pho, so good!

Mila S. • July 15, 2022Yammy ice 🍨 cream Matcha. Very clean and beautiful nice stuff.

Andrew B. • September 12, 2013My weekly noodle joint - best place in Chinatown. Get the won ton noodle with beef brisket!

Vivian W. • July 5, 2015The best deal in town. I love their shiumai and steamed veggie and pork buns. They also sell chow mien by the pound. Order at the counter and find a nearby park to eat all the food!

Michael P. • July 13, 2018Absolutely loved it. Tan Tan Noodles were great. The broth was tops-very flavorful. Side dish of steamed veggies were great.

Hayley M. • December 25, 2011Stay a while for a proper tea tasting ! Try some puah tea and milk oolong is interesting... Creamy!

Anthony S. • October 31, 2017A true tea bar! Authentic w/ flavors and combos I’ve never had. The owner is a true mixologist. The boba is also made with a special glaze— best tea shop in SF hands down.

Anita Y. • January 2, 2016I love Enjoy's steamed dumplings sooooo much! Best place for vegetarians!

Shali N. • April 10, 2017Great lunch spot for Japanese curry! They also seem to be the only place in the city with authentic curry pans (savory donut with curry filling).

L W. • February 22, 2020Mochi is warm and freshly made in front of you!

James T. • June 13, 2015Mama Candy, Chinese whiskey, and tequila are all you need to know.

Foodspotting • December 12, 2010The egg custard tarts here are the best & rival those found in Hong Kong. It’s worth the wait to get a hold of these buttery delicious treats. Just don’t make the mistake of only getting one! - Fiona

Josh M. • July 6, 2021One of my favorite spots in all of SF. Can’t imagine you can get a better mai tai!

r c. • October 27, 2013Best bolo bao in the city!

Priya S. • May 8, 2013City View has one of the best Peking Duck dishes I've had! I recommend that along with the Pork Sticky rice as must-orders when here.

Kosuke H. • May 6, 2011The BEST coffee crunch cake in the city. Get a slice if you don't get the whole cake.

Rui F. • October 14, 2013Try " The Aristocrat". Not only the drink matches perfectly the ambiance but it also fulfills your palate needs.

Barce • June 26, 2017The cold brew is awesome!