Quick update -- still loving this wonderful place after all these years which, imho, is the best…read moreChinese restaurant in Pacifica. Besides the items I mentioned in earlier reviews, want to shout out the excellent Hot & Sour Soup, full of so many different delicious ingredients, it has become one of my favorite H&S soups of all time. I also love their Black Bean Sauce, with any protein you choose (although I love it with chicken breast) -- it is truly delicious. String Bean Chicken is another favorite. The chefs are two brothers, and the terrific Ricardo, at the front, is one of the chef's sons. They are a wonderful family. If you've bypassed this place but never stopped in, or if you're from the North Pacifica or Montara, Moss Beach or El Granada, it is definitely worth the trip -- it'll become one of your favorite (if not THE favorite) Chinese restaurant on the coast.

Having lived here for over 15 years, we've found Ju Fu to be reliable and excellent -- consistently…read moreso. Even when we order right as they open or minutes before closing, the take away orders are hot, fresh and tasty. Thanks for being our family's go-to solution when we don't feel like cooking or have leftovers! Their Mu-shu chicken, fried rice, and sizzling rice soup are always our go-to's. Very glad to see they re-opened their dining room lately!

Been here twice already and it's been solid both times…read more Food is really good -- fresh, tasty, Clean and comes out quick. No complaints at all. Owner is super friendly and actually checks in on you, which you don't see everywhere. Service is on point. Definitely a spot I'd come back to again.

Came here for lunch today with my family since we wanted to check this place out for the first…read moretime. We ordered the basil garlic eggplant, salt & pepper pork chop, honey walnut prawn with pumpkin, and chicken chow mein. When I was ordering the third dish and kept going for a fourth, the waiter actually said it might be enough food already I was a little surprised, but also thought it was pretty honest of him. Since it was our first time, we just wanted to try more dishes anyway. Overall, the basil garlic eggplant was the highlight for me, flavorful with that nice wok hei, I really enjoyed it. The chicken chow mein was decent. The pork chop and prawns were flavorful too, but I did notice a slight "old oil" taste that I personally didn't like. The restaurant itself is small and simple, with a small parking lot right in front, which is convenient. :)

02/08/2026 1400 First time here and we were seriously…read moreimpressed. We ordered the dumpling soup and dan dan noodles, and both were . The dumplings were soft, juicy, and perfectly steamed. You can tell they're made fresh. Each bite had great flavor and texture, especially dipped in the sauce on the side. The dan dan noodles were rich, savory, and well-balanced. The minced meat sauce was flavorful, noodles had a nice chew, and the fresh cucumber and carrots added a good crunch. Not too salty, not too oily--just right. Portions were generous, presentation was nice, and everything tasted clean and comforting. Definitely a solid spot for comfort Chinese food. We'll 100% be back to try more items on the menu. Highly recommend if you love dumplings and noodles.

The service here is fantastic. From the minute we walked in, the one waiter made sure we got…read moreseated, brought out menus for the table, and made a couple more trips to bring out kid friendly utensils, bowls, stickers, and even toys to entertain my little ones. The water cups they use here are also these cute little whimsical mugs in different bright colors. On Thursdays, locals also get 10% off for dining in! You get some complimentary salted peanuts for the table to start. For our food, we ordered the spicy wontons, the pan fried soup dumplings, the pork and tofu in golden soup, beef noodle soup, green onion pancake, and some pork dumplings. They provide chili oil, soy sauce, and vinegar at the table for you. Everything tasted fine, but I thought the noodles used in the beef soup were a bit on the bland side - it didn't really soak up the flavor of the broth. The pan fried dumplings were my favorite dish - they also provide these giant whimsical soup spoons that you can use to eat these - there really wasn't any soup inside that spilled out when you bit into it, but the ratio to bread and meat was good and tasted nice with the vinegar and soy sauce drizzled on top.

This star is strictly for what happened today. I believe in context. My family & I have been going…read moreto Tam's for OVER 25 years! Before Covid, this place was bustling with customers. After Covid, almost NO customers, and quite frankly I've wondered how they've lasted this long. Today, I placed my order, over the phone, and I should have sensed something then. The owner, IN ALL FAIRNESS, has been kind, decent, and pleasant. Hell, I remember us talking about his mom before she passed. But, today, he was so agitated. Walked in. And as I have done everytime, "Hey! How's it going?" An incoherent statement that I could not make out. Sorry. Excuse me. "I don't want to be here." Ummmmm, like on earth, or just at work. AND THE ANGRY DIATRIBE STARTED!!!!! He began to tell me about the exorbitant cost of his property tax, water, and PG&E, which is CRAZY!!!! I offer, "Maybe downsize to a smaller building." In a huff, "I own the building." Then I said, "Well shit is high because of the idiot in the white house." Then I said, "Ohhhhhh you're a trumper!" Ooooooooo WHY DID I SAY THAT He got all in his feels (as they all do), trying to say that is not why. Hmmm. Oh really???? Cuz when BIDEN was in office, shit wasn't this high & I NEVER HEARD YOU MENTION THIS! And you were nicer. So as far as I'm concerned, YOU DID THIS & I HAVE ZERO SYMPATHY FOR YOU!!!!! His ass was alllllllll damn upset, two minutes earlier. Why do you D.A.M. say the same stupid shit? "I didn't vote for this." No, SIR....WE didn't vote for this, but be mad at the right people! Not your fucking customers! I'll be going to Soul Rice! So I suspect Tam's is going under soon!

We came here and decided to go with the family set for 2. It ended up being a lot of food and…read morehonestly a really good value for what you get. We left full and still had plenty to enjoy while we were there. One thing I like about this restaurant is the dine in experience. They use actual cloth table covers and serve tea when you sit down, which gives it a more traditional feel. The larger tables also have lazy susans which makes sharing dishes easy and fun, especially when you come with family. The service was fantastic. They made helpful suggestions and also made sure we did not over order, which I appreciated. You can tell they want you to enjoy the meal, not just spend more money. The food overall was really good. I normally do not like hot and sour soup but they nailed it here. It was perfectly balanced and loaded with ingredients like tofu and mushrooms, super delicious and comforting. The fried rice was great and the Mongolian beef was done just right. A lot of places overload that dish with onions and green onions but this one was balanced perfectly. The sweet and sour pork was just ok for me, not bad but not my favorite dish of the meal. Even with that, I was still very happy with everything we ordered. I left feeling satisfied and taken care of. This spot delivers both on food and service, and it is the kind of place I would come back to when I want a relaxed sit down Chinese meal done right.

Wonderful family owned restaurant in Pacifica off Palmetto. Quick service, and food is always…read moredelicious. Our favorites are the Mongolian beef, generals chicken, and Szechuan beef. We typically dine in on weekdays, and are always able to find a table. They also offer delivery, if you'd rather stay on the couch ;)

10 of 10! This place truly delivers authentic Chinese flavors. The fried chicken was golden,…read morecrispy, and seasoned just right, while the noodles were rich, satisfying, and cooked to perfection. You can taste the quality and care in every dish. Family owned home cooked meals. Highly recommend.

Wongs Cafe redid the floor and painted the bars white. It's cozy and clean and the waitress is…read morefriendly. The portions are generous- the fried sesame chicken is saucy and crispy- even after boxing up the dinner leftovers it's crispy hours later (for that late night sweet/savory/crunchy snack) And confession time, I grew up in a house with security bars over every single window. Seriously, EVERY window! So eating here is a sentimental homie hood experience, like it adds more value to the meal! (See pic of remodeled dining area- but pay special attention to window with bars on it- reminisce with me!)

The beef was pretty good and the barbecue pork was okay. But the barbecue pork had a little bit of…read morean aftertaste, and there was one piece of beef that was actually cold in the middle so I suspect it was cooked from frozen and they hadn't fully heated all of it up internally. The server was helpful, talking about all our allergy concerns, but in the end, my friend with a seafood allergy. They let us know there is just a little bit of oyster sauce, which is not too bad for my friend. But they still felt a little bit of tingling so we suspect there was more oyster sauce in the food than they let on. The restaurant was pretty empty, but it sometimes still took a little longer to get the server's attention, maybe because there are a lot of takeout orders. The restaurant is pretty nice inside and has plenty of seating, but there were a few tables with random stuff piled on them so maybe they were reorganizing or something

Came here for lunch right when they opened. It's first come first serve sitting, so be there when…read morethey open if you can. It's AYCE and located near the beach by a little shopping area in Pacifica. Beautiful area. The hosts greeted us with their great smile and sat us down right away. We chose the BBQ pot (half bbq to grill your meats and soup like shabu). I had the coconut pork bone soup and my hubby had the mushroom soup. Both were very tasty and the spice was spot on. They had a variety of meat choices and yes prime beef ribeye! You can either grill it or drop it on your soup. You can also create your condiments to dip your grilled meats. The rib eye, beef belly, pork belly were my favorites. You can tell the meats were of high quality and were fresh. You only need to grill the rib eye medium rare and wow it's amazingly delicious!!! Also they have a wide variety of appetizer, vegetable, seafood, tofu, I can go on! The Kalbi ribs as one of the appetizer was one of the best Kalbi I ever had. The marinate was sooo yummy and the meat was tender! The service was also amazing! They checked on us constantly and our orders came so quickly, it was unbelievable. Yes we were stuffed and happy! The green tea ice cream at the end cleansed our palette and it was a great dessert to end the meal. Afterwards we walked a few steps and the view of the beach was mesmerizing! This place is one of the best grilled and shabu place I have ever been. Wish we had one like this in SF, but the scenic drive to Pacifica is worth coming here. Mark this restaurant in your bucket list as a must try. You will not regret it!

We had family visiting, so my husband made a reservation for a party of 14. He called a few days…read morebefore, and I was glad that they were able to accommodate such a big party. Our reservation was at 7pm and the restaurant started to fill up. It's not that big inside, but they also have a few tables outside. Each person had their own burner, but since I was sitting at the end, I had to share it with my mom. Not a big deal since I always like the broth that she ordered. All of us ordered half hot pot/skillet, so we can enjoy both types of cooking. I liked that one person was in charge of ordering for their group to minimize confusion and multiple orders. The food came out quickly for us to cook. I really enjoyed the New Zealand Lamb and all the vegetables. I wasn't a big fan of the sauces that we were able to customize at the sauce station since they were just normal Asian sauces. Overall a great place to come for AYCE. The price was also reasonable - $41.99 per person for 90 minutes. There is free parking available since it's located in a plaza. Our family had a great time which is all that matters.

Settling into SF and trying as many neighborhood staples as possible, and San Tung absolutely feels…read morelike one of those classic spots that's been getting it right for a long time. The place was packed at lunch, which is usually the best sign, but turnover was quick and I was seated faster than expected. The lunch special is a solid value with soup, rice, and an entree included. Started with the hot and sour soup which had good balance and depth without being overly thick or aggressive on the vinegar. The dry fried beef was tasty. Great texture, nicely cooked, layered flavor, and the kind of dish that keeps you reaching back in even after you're full. Service was efficient, food came out quickly, and the whole place has that old school neighborhood energy that makes you understand why it stays busy. Not trying to reinvent anything, just executing the classics well.

San Tung - what can be said that hasn't been written a thousand times over? A San Francisco…read moreinstitution and gem. 75 minute wait for a large group of friends (7-8) on a Monday evening. Always well worth the wait! Highlights are of course the famous crispy dry fried chicken wings that no competitor has truly perfected or copied, the dry fried beef (I may enjoy this more than the chicken!) and dry fried string beans. Be prepared to wait and possibly make friends at a communal table. Oh San Tung, never change.

I visited Grand Hot Pot with my family on a Friday evening around 6 PM and was pleasantly surprised…read moreto be seated right away--though within minutes, a line began to form, and the restaurant quickly filled to capacity. It's clearly a popular spot, and for good reason. The quality of the meats stood out, especially the ribeye, which was flavorful and well-marbled. One of my favorite touches was the self-serve drink fridge in the back, offering a wide, unlimited selection that adds to the overall experience. The broth was rich and satisfying, complementing the ingredients nicely. The atmosphere strikes a great balance--casual and welcoming, with the feel of a classic Chinese hot pot restaurant. It's an easygoing spot that still delivers on quality, making it perfect for a laid-back dinner with family or friends.

Good hot pot that is AYCE. Not the best I've had, but a good spot. They have a tasty selection of…read moremeats, seafood, and veggies. The broth is good, but I've had better. I didn't give a 4 or 5 star due to broth not as good as other spots, the appetizer selection is not as good as other spots, and their noodles are not hand pulled like other spots. Great selection of can drinks.

Expect huge line on certain holidays but the dishes and Chinese BBQ items are worth the wait. The…read morestaff is quick and efficient. A typical non nonsense restaurant that includes a walk up line for their BBQ specialties. There is a huge parking lot but on holidays or peak weekend times you may find yourself circling a couples times, but hang in there, your wait and patience will be rewarded with some of the most flavorful and tender bites of roast pork or duck!

Our go to place for dried scallop and egg white fried rice…read more They are a fast and quick take out place and best for their generosity on food portions. Next time you don't want to cook a meal after a long day of work, come by and order take out!