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    Fortunate Son

    3.8 (1.5k reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Noodles
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Courtney O.

    I had my doubts. CH is known for being all vibes, no taste, but Fortunate Son may actually be one of their restaurants that is getting it right! The food here is really good! My husband and I couldn't narrow down our favorites so we ordered more than we needed! We got the crab rangoons, fried rice, orange chicken, honey walnut shrimp and green beans. Everything was delicious! You can never go wrong starting with crab rangoons. The fried rice was really tasty and well seasoned. The orange chicken had that real orange glaze (not overly sweet). Our stand outs were the honey walnut shrimp and the green beans. Both were crisp and cooked so fresh! We had plenty to go after because they did provide some nice sized portions! The restaurant itself is very vibey and over the top, as to be expected, but way smaller than I expected. Definitely make a reservation. They have a limited drink menu with a few non alcoholic options and 3 beers. Glad I finally got to try this place and that I was so pleasantly surprised by the food!

    Wooo!
    Leland S.

    I always passed by this place and it looked intriguing, especially their inside decor, here was my experience. AMBIANCE Parking: Welcome to (No)rth (Park). It can get pretty busy just got to put in some extra time in the neighborhood or streets for metered parking. Seating: Inside and outside seating. For inside, reservations are recommended. Room for about 50 people. Vibes: Welcome to North Park, a lot of eateries and bars to hop around. It's a pretty hip place with constant traffic. The spot itself is Retro Chinese-American aesthetic with a modern twist. Think red lighting, plants, and a playlist that keeps the energy up. It's one of those spots that feels trendy but still approachable--good for dates or catching up with friends. FOOD / DRINKS Mayo Walnut Shrimp (Recommend) This is one of their standout dishes--and for good reason. Crispy shrimp coated in that creamy, slightly sweet sauce with candied walnuts. It hits that crunchy + rich + sweet combo really well and is easily one of the safer bets on the menu. Green Beans (Recommend) Simple but solid. Good balance to the heavier shrimp--fresh, slightly savory/umami making it a nice side to round things out. Ginger Lemonade (Recommend) A refreshing sip with a nice bite of ginger. SERVICE Friendly and efficient, especially considering how busy it gets. Food comes out fairly quick once you're seated. TL;DR OVERALL 4 stars. Steady prices, good food, and good choices. Fun spot with strong vibes and solid Chinese-American comfort food. It leans more elevated takeout-style than traditional, but that's kind of the appeal. I've been to pretty good Chinese spots but this is a nice experience if you're looking for nice aesthetics and good food. TIPS * This is one of the Consortium Holdings (like Morning Glory) *They also serve food for next door (Polite Provisions)

    Ashley T.

    Came here with a party of 7 and for what we ordered (9 items) we were all full, had some leftovers, and all for $157 after tax and tip!! We've been to a few CH group restaurants/bars and this one's a bit different (way more casual and affordable). It's also pretty small so resy's are def recommended. The Szechuan hot chicken wings and cucumbers and fried tofu were the highlights of the items ordered! Would pass on the cabbage and sausage dish, was recommended by our server but it's a bit simple. Also Also this isn't the most traditional Chinese food so def don't go in expecting that but it still tastes good!

    ORANGE CHICKEN
    Char B.

    Food is excellent we got basically everything that our tiny table could not fit. The aesthetic is basically why we came here. Super cute, dark, great for date night till u realize that u can't find parking so now you're late to your reservation. Which BTW don't come here if u don't have a reservation. Nice to try but idk if I would come back again

    Mikey H.

    It's more like 2.5, but "fortunately" the staff is really nice! It's always interesting to see someone's take on Chinese food. The interior and exterior are really cool! It's the kind of aesthetic that the current generation loves. But underneath it all, it's just one step above Panda Express with a hefty price tag. The noodles were decent, but something was missing, Chinese five spice...not sure. The fried rice was good. I mean, if you can't make decent fried rice than something is wrong. The kung pau was good too, but the heat was not as strong. Their version of orange chicken was more like orange chicken breading, the pieces looked big but were not. I did like the egg rolls. Again, this appeals to a whole different generation that's too afraid to venture to a hole in the wall down in South Bay. Plus it's expensive for what you get. Chinese food is suppose to be cheap but I'm sure the rent is crazy!

    Audrey B.

    Took our mom here for her birthday and what a great choice it was. We had a reservation so we were seated right away without any wait. From the outside you wouldn't think much of it, but the moment you walk in your jaw just drops. The interior is absolutely stunning. A Chinese dragon stretches across the ceiling, red lanterns hang everywhere, and there's a cozy fireplace that just ties the whole vibe together. The space is on the smaller side but it works perfectly. It genuinely felt like we were transported to another world. We went all out and ordered pretty much everything on the menu and zero regrets. Service was impressively quick and every single dish delivered. My personal favorites were the Dan Dan noodles and the salt and pepper shrimp. We devoured everything so fast and still had leftovers from over ordering, which we happily took home. And the best part? The price. Incredibly affordable for the quality of food and the one of a kind dining experience you get. Honestly such a gem in North Park. If you haven't been, go!

    Bok choy not much flavor and didn't care for the gravy it was in
    Jan H.

    They finally take reservations, yay! For the longest time they didn't, and it was always so hard to get into. This was my second time going, the first was when they first opened. The decor is still very similar, and looks very beautiful with all of the red and green decorations. The beautiful lanterns and Floral pieces all over really make this a perfect spot for the Lunar New Year celebration. We came to celebrate with the small group. I believe the largest group they can see is about 6. This area can be tough for parking, so plan to arrive early enough before your reservation, as you might have to circle around a bit. This place gets packed, as it is very popular still, and I'm not sure if everyone knows they take reservations because the walk in line was huge. One of the downsides is that the restaurant is very small, and there isn't much room to fit large groups, and they don't have much space for reservations. We ordered several dishes, and enjoyed most of them. The prices are fairly reasonable as well, and the food is mean to share family style. Orange chicken - several people in our group thought this could've had more orange flavor to it, however i thought it was just the right amount of orange flavor. It was cooked very well and not chewy or over fried. Chongqing crispy tofu - im normally not a fan of tofu but i really enjoyed this dish. It was crispy on the outside as described and coated in a nice seasoning with cumin. I would order this again. Bok Choy and Green beans - my least favorite, it had no flavor and needed salt and they both tasted the same because the gravy they were coated in seemed to be identical for both dishes. Wouldn't recommend. Dan Dan noodles - one of my favorite dishes. The noodles were cooked just right, not mushy or hard. They had a lot of flavor and everyone agreed they were very good. Salt and pepper shrimp - another one of our favorites, we all agreed they were delicious. Nice and crispy with a good flavor and not overly salty at all. Would recommend. Fried Rice - we had two orders of this one with beef and one with shrimp. Both were excellent, everyone agreed, lots of flavor, great texture and another of my favorite dishes. General Tso's chicken - the flavor on this was excellent. A little kick to it, just enough, and the chicken was cooked perfectly just like the orange chicken. Crab rangoon - I love when you can find these with real crab and that's what these had. I enjoyed them, and wish there were more in the order. Overall the experience was pretty great. Decor was beautiful, food was excellent and the staff was friendly. They did rush us out as soon as we were done, but I get it they had a long line of people waiting to come in. There were six in our group, we ordered lots of food to share, and had lots of food to take home. I highly recommend coming here at least once.

    Pork & shrimp dumplings
    Mei T.

    My friends and I had an early dinner to celebrate the Lunar New Year. There were only 6 of us, but we ordered 9 dishes! We ordered the following to share family style: - Fried wontons - Crispy tofu - Szechuan green beans - Bok Choy - Shrimp & pork dumplings - Dam Dan noodles - Shrimp fried rice - Beef fried rice - Orange Chicken Service was good and the food wasn't too bad, although it wasn't entirely authentic Chinese. My friends all seemed to really enjoy the food. I ate very lightly because I was going to another dinner. The restaurant was beautifully decorated with a long dragon floating in the ceiling that stretched all along the interior of the restaurant before the decorative arch at the entrance. I was there mainly for the company and photo ops.

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    Valie K.

    Such a cool space with an intimate vibe and great service from start to finish. Everything is served family-style and they definitely don't skimp on portions, which makes it perfect for sharing and trying a little bit of everything. Drink options include beer and wine along with tea, lemonade, and soft drinks simple but fitting for the experience. The wonton soup is legendary: jumbo shrimp wontons, rich flavorful broth, and comforting in the best way. Do not miss the dumplings they've got a nice little kick of spice and so much flavor. Parking in this area is always a challenge, so rideshare is your best bet. Reservations are highly recommended if you want to sit indoors. Overall, absolutely worth a visit. They also do a takeout and you can get drinks at Polite Provisions next door and order from Fortunate Son but you miss the vibe.

    Shylene B.

    I definitely need to come back here, but from what I remember this spot was pretty good! There was a bit of a wait when I went, but nothing too crazy. Parking around here can definitely be a pain so keep that in mind. One thing that really stuck out to me was the fried rice I'd 100% order that again. The vibe alone is super dope. They really nailed the decor down to the T. The whole place has a dark, moody ambiance and a really cool aesthetic that makes it feel unique. I actually came here for a birthday celebration and the service was overall really nice which made the experience even better. The only sad part is they had this dessert that they no longer have and it was SO good. I still think about it sometimes and wish they'd bring it back. Overall a really chill spot with good food and a great atmosphere. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

    CUCUMBER SALAD. Love the chili oil on it.
    Shreyasi D.

    Good news is the food here is great. The service could be a bit better so my advice is to go next door to Polite Provisions and order there. The bar staff there is awesome and it has more tables. Okay, so food! The tofu dish was da bomb here. Perfectly crispy and great flavor. And the portion was really large. They give at least 12 pieces.

    ORANGE CHICKEN, LO MEIN NOODLES
    Keri C.

    Fortunate son has been on my list to try for a few years and my husband surprised me yesterday with a little birthday outing for linner and man, did it mean expectations! Ambiance - nailed it, so freaking cute! I definitely want to go back at night to show moody it can be! Service- very friendly, helpful and attentive! Food - really love that everything was family style and the flavors were on point! The orange chicken was refreshing almost! Like you could taste hand squeezed orange almost, idk how else to describe it! The lo mein was delicious, the general tso cauliflower was delicious... Literally zero complaints about this place and the prices are excellent too!

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    Sheila C.

    All of the food was excellent--except for the hot and sour soup, which lacked both heat and tang. Everything else tasted incredibly fresh and didn't have the heavy, greasy feel you sometimes get with typical Chinese food. The décor is vibrant and colorful. It's a bit dark and can get a little loud, but overall it's fun, lively, and full of interesting details everywhere you look. Service was good. It took a little while before we were checked on, but the staff was very friendly. The pacing of the meal was unusual: a side dish arrived first, followed by the appetizers, and finally the soup. If you're looking for fresh dishes and a fun, energetic atmosphere, this spot is definitely worth a try.

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    How big are the portions?

    My gf and I easily split one entree with some leftover. Portions are great sized

    What are the vegan options (if any)?

    noodles with veggies, fried rice without meat, cream cheese won ton

    Hi~ Could a "frequent diner" here please recommend a best time to go? We'd like to celebrate a BDAY. It would be a party of 5!…

    They open at 3PM, and because you have to be there to sign in your name, as there are no reservations, I would get there when they open at that time. Eat early and then maybe go to one of the 2 bars that are next to it continue there after you have… Read more

    Hello! Are any of the chicken options made with chicken breast, or only dark meat chicken? Thanks!

    They use the chicken thighs, which is dark meat.

    What's the average wait time to be seated, on a Saturday evening?

    Last time we were there on a Saturday evening we waited about an hour and a half.

    Do they take reservations now?

    No reservations, you have to show up in person and put your name on the wait list.

    Do they take walk ins party if 5 + 2 babies?

    Yes they sure do (I've brought parties that size and always have my 3 kiddos) My advice?… Read more

    Is their outdoor dining?

    Yes, small patio

    Do you do takeout? Thank you

    Yes they do!

    What s the parking situation here? Is there a lot? Street parking? Free? Paid?

    There is some nearby free street parking in the residential streets

    Do they allow walk ups?

    Yes,but be prepared to wait especially if you want indoor dining. Restaurant is small but so worth the wait. As someone else mentioned, get there early for first seating

    Do you use MSG?

    They do add MSG to most items. You can ask which items dont have it but I wouldn't risk it.

    Msg used in the food or soup? I have a severe msg allergy

    They do add MSG to most items. You can ask which items dont have it but I wouldn't risk it.

    Are you still not taking reservations and do you plan to in the future?

    They don’t take reservations at the moment!

    Do they have gluten free options?

    They have a lot of foods that do not have gluten naturally. I was there tonight and didn't see a specific GF option on their breaded entrees.… Read more

    Is it pet friendly?

    That patio is

    Can this place accommodate a party of 16?

    Yes but you will have to wait to be seated might take up to 3 hours

    Is this restaurant owned by a POC (person of color)?

    No it's not POC owned, It's own by Consortium. Fortunate Son's chef Tony Guan I believe is a POC.

    We tried to go tonight around 6:30 pm and were told there was a 3 hour wait for a table...? How is this possible and how do we manage this if there are no reservations? Many customers in line has the same question.

    There's no trick to trying to get in on the weekends, outside of NOT trying on the weekends unless you're prepared to grab yourself a nice table at Polite Provisions and wait it out. Tuesday/Wednesday are less busy if you get there anytime before… Read more

    Hi are you guys taking any reservations at this time?

    Just called and asked ahead of Valentine's Day. They are not taking reservations at this time. It's a normal waitlist, first come first serve.

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    10.8 mi
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    At around 12:30PM on a Friday, there was no wait…read more Got the: - Pan fried Rice Cake w/ Egg $9.49: came with a vinegar dipping sauce. Drier than what I'm used to, and thinner/crispier cuts of rice cake. Small portion, but good to try. I probably wouldn't get this again tho. - My Tho Clear Noodle Soup w Egg noodle and Dai Glass noodle $15.99: I appreciated that they were able to accommodate my request for 2 types of noodles, but the type of egg noodle had an aftertaste that threw me off (celeries in this also was not my fave). I liked the various sorts of innards: e.g. liver, intestine and other meats like xa xiu and shrimp. Wouldn't get again, though SO liked it. - Salty Fish w Chicken Fried Rice $16.69: unique, but the salty fish was indeed SALTY. Hard to finish as there were areas where the saltiness was especially concentrated. - Duck Leg Noodle Soup $16.99: flavorful broth, tender duck. comes with pickled young papaya. pretty good! - Beef Chow Fun (Dry) $15.99: I crave this, and it hit the spot. Wasn't oily at all! Found a rubber band in my My Tho, but I still finished it. The manager was going to take it off the bill but I already paid for it... so he hooked it up with an agar coconut which was nice of him. Service is fast and food is authentic. Parking was easy too.

    WHOLE IN THE WALL (3.25 stars)…read more Asian soups come in with the cure when feeling under the weather. Was craving wonton soup and too lazy to make my own. But maybe I should have just made my own. Came here and the place is like a to-go spot for locals who crave authentic Asian food. It's a place where you see them old Asian parents customers that have no shame uncomfortably starring at you the entire time from their table. It's like there were always eyes just starring as I ate. On to the food... WONTON AND DUMPLING NOODLE SOUP ($14.79) - ordered my bowl with egg noddles. it came out generously and quickly. Presentation looked good. Flavor was good but a little too "shrimp-y" tasting for my liking. I counted about 4 dumplings - two normal me round and two oblong ones stuffed with mystery meat. Will I be back? Maybe. But not in a rush too as there are many other places to be had. Until the next review...

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    Love having everything you need on the table
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    OB Noodle House

    OB Noodle House

    4.1
    (4.5k reviews)
    6.7 mi
    $$

    This place is out of bounds! Crazy delicious! Love coming here with the fam! It's centrally located…read morein San Diego's Ocean Beach neighborhood, OB Noodle House & Sake Bar is famous for its savory Vietnamese-fusion cuisine, vibrant pub-style atmosphere, and energetic bar scene. They provide great service and exceptional food options- The absolute star of the menu are the spicy garlic wings. These deep-fried, house-marinated wings are tossed in a sweet, savory, and aggressively spicy chili-satay oil, often served with a side of ranch 10/10. They are finger licking good! I flock here for their wagyu korean-style short ribs (topped with caramelized onions and cilantro), they are perfectly tender and caramelized- chef's kiss! My wife enjoys their house-special fried rice with beef, shrimp, and chinese sausage 10/10. Absolutely delicious! They also have a great selection of IPA's- my personal favorite is the Mike Hess Into The Sunset Blood Orange. It's crisp, refreshing, and hits the palate every time 10/10. Definitely worth a visit! You won't be disappointed!

    OB noodle house and sake, this place rocks. This is the smaller location in ocean beach on Cable…read morestreet. We came in tonight for dinner and as always we were blown away with how great the food profiles are. Started out with spring rolls and bao bun tacos, cuz taco Tuesday, and not those tacos are freaking delicious. Puffy bao bun and delicious meat. The spring rolls are a favorite of mine, fresh and delicious dipping sauce. The chow fun beef and veggies (dry stir fry) was absolutely the best I've ever had. Delicious noodles and the beef and veggies were cooked to perfection. My wife had the #9 special with beef and brisket and it too was full of flavor, delicious broth and noodles and the beat was superb. The place gets crowded quickly and there isn't a whole lot of room at this location. We sat at the bar, the staff was friendly and very knowledgeable on their menu. Overall this place is fantastic and absolutely worth eating there.

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    Fortunate Son - chinese - Updated July 2026

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