There is a specific kind of culinary magic that only happens in the cramped, loud, steam-filled…read morejoints of San Francisco. And if it's chicken wings your soul is screaming for, let's be honest: there isn't a single place in this town that can compete with San Tung. This recipe? It's completely off the hook. It is sweet, it is tangy, and it is utterly, shamelessly irresistible to the human tongue. It completely defies the pedestrian flavors that everyone else in this city is pushing. This isn't just food; it's a lifestyle choice. It's my drug of choice. What you've got here is a beautiful, bastardized combination of Chinese and Korean BBQ engineering. But let's get one thing straight: the secret isn't some mythical blend of eleven herbs and Chinese spices. No, it boils down to something far more primal: the type of chicken that San Tung purchases. They are looking for something very specific--the precise age, the exact size of the bird. And that? That is something they will absolutely never share with you. Like the formula for Coca-Cola, they guard that secret with a beautiful, paranoid intensity. Now, the people I really miss in this room are Charles and his wife. They split off from this sit-down paradise years ago and carved out their own gig right next door--San Tung 2. They took the crown and put themselves on the map for those wings. It was a beautiful, tightly run family affair--full-on mafia style. Whatever traffic drove through this side of town, they weren't here for the scenery; they were here for the wings. ST2 might be gone now, but the dream? The dream continues to thrive right here. So whenever that craving hits, do yourself a favor. Make your way over to this room. You'll thank me later.

A bit overrated San…read moreTung on Irving Street in the Inner Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA, offers a textbook overrated dining experience that struggles to justify its massive, block-spanning hype. The defining hurdle of a visit is the notorious wait time, where customers routinely stand on the sidewalk for an hour or more just to be squeezed into a cramped, noisy, and basic dining room. While the legendary original dry-fried chicken wings are decent, they ultimately fall short of their mythical reputation; the signature sweet-and-spicy glaze leans incredibly saccharine and sticky, masking meat that often turns out slightly dry and over-fried. Beyond the signature wings, the rest of the extensive menu feels surprisingly ordinary and heavy-handed with sodium, making standard dishes like the black bean sauce noodles and string beans feel like ordinary takeout rather than a destination meal. Combined with a hurried front-of-house staff operating an "all-business" conveyor belt to clear tables quickly, the rushed environment and inflated, ala-carte pricing leave you feeling like you paid premium time and money for what is ultimately a standard neighborhood Chinese spot. Thanks

Amazing service! I…read morecame as a party of 2 at 5:20 (just before opening) on a Saturday night and we were the last party to be seated as the first round of walk-ins! We got seated right by the window, so lovely! The ambiance is so nice and the decor is so cozy and cool. We got the free peanuts and cucumber salad first- so flavorful and a nice way to whet our appetite. The scallop vermicelli was SO buttery and flavorful. I wanted another order!! The claypot rice came steaming hot and full of meats! Get something to cut it with! The black bean clams were delicious but a tad salty so it's nice to have with the claypot, or even an order of veggies and plain rice! We ended our meal with shaved ice that was layered with black bean, custard, and boba! So refreshing and a perfect end! I would come back 10000%

Five of us dined here to celebrate a birthday. According to the one who managed to get the…read morereservation, it's quite popular and the reservation is one of the coveted ones in SF. Anyway, having tried it, I can say it was good, but not so good that I'd expend that much energy to secure the reservation. Have to say, service was really great. Servers were attentive without being overbearing, which is always welcome. We ordered several dishes and dined, as they suggested, family style. To start, we were given two complimentary dishes, the roasted peanuts and the smashed cucumbers; both were nice appetizers. We ordered the Chiu Chow green beans, the Mongolian beef noodles, the claypot rice with lop cheung and bacon, the salt 'n peppa prawns, and the whole fried petrale sole, the last two being on the day's "specials" board. The winning dish was definitely the green beans. All the food was good, but seemed to be a bit overly salted and highly spiced. The piece of beef I had from the Mongolian beef noodles was tender, but one of my friends thought her piece was a bit tough and too chewy; we all thought the beef could have been cut into smaller or thinner pieces. We also shared two desserts since it was a birthday celebration (there are only three options offered). We had the red bean shaved ice and the mango pudding. Both were good (not "oh, boy, yummy" good, but good). Nice to try. The price wasn't outrageous ($200 including tax and tip), but I think this will be a "been there, done that" experience for me unless a friend absolutely wants to go again.

Food quality was good! However, quantity was quite less with everything except for tofu.read more

​606 took over the legendary New Sun Hong Kong spot--a neighborhood staple since 1989 known for its…read moreiconic hanging floating books outside on Broadway. It has been reimagined by the next generation of the family as a vibrant reboot that honors tradition while bringing fresh energy to Chinatown/North Beach. ​I came back tonight to sit down for a full meal, and the house was completely full--I love seeing them do so well! As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by one of the owners, Eugene. He was super friendly, welcoming, and focused on making sure we got seated. His hospitality genuinely can't be beaten anywhere; he immediately made us feel like family. Thankfully, a couple of tables were finishing up their checks, and he had us seated in no time. ​We ordered the wonton noodle soup, seafood fried noodles, and garlic Chinese spinach, and the food came out fast! Everything tasted great, and unlike so many restaurants nowadays that serve individual-sized portions under the guise of "family style," 606's portions are huge and wonderfully generous. ​Wonton Noodle Soup: The broth was flavorful without being overly salty, and the wontons were packed with plump, tender shrimp--they definitely don't skimp on ingredients! ​Seafood Fried Noodles: Executed perfectly with just the right amount of savory sauce so the noodles retained that satisfying crispy, crunchy texture. ​Garlic Chinese Spinach: Cooked just right--not too soft and not undercooked. ​I'm so glad we came back to sit down and dine in. Not only do Eugene and his team make you feel right at home, but the food is fantastic, hearty, and full of heart. Highly recommend!

With all of the popularity of the spot next door (The House of Nanking), I feel like this place…read moregets overlooked; even by long time SF residents like myself. In an effort to find the best noodle shops around town, I gave this place a try, and I'm so glad I did. I've tried a variety of dishes here, but my go-to is always the spicy beef noodle soup. The depth of flavor allows you to enjoy broth with no added condiments (sriracha, hoisin, sesame oil), although I tend to punch it up with chili oil from time to time. I couldn't recommend this place more for a quality meal that's always delivered with a smile. I have never dined in at this establishment, but the dining area has always appeared clean, and the service staff is very attentive. Check this place out!!!

If you are craving spicy, mouth numbing Szechuan cuisine, and happen to be in downtown San…read moreFrancisco, Chong Wing Xiao Mian is the place to go. Authentic Szechuan dishes where they won't hold back on the spice. Simple staples done expertly well. Restaurant is nicely decorated and a little hole in the wall in China town. Friendly and fast service and even more so if you speak Sichuanese or Mandarin. .I'll definitely come back.

Wonderful service. Good was absolutely delicious. Sahar was an amazing and well mannered server and…read moremade sure we received our order on time. She was accommodating and so pleasant. We would definitely go back! Five star service and five star food. Thank you for an awesome experience!

We hosted our 35 person wedding lunch at Pallete and it was absolutely a pleasure to work with the…read moreteam! We got in touch about a banquet reservation about 10 months in advance and locked in our reservation, then finalized the menu, drinks, tables and seating a few weeks before the event. We were able to choose from one of the banquet options and they were more than happy to substitute in some of our favorites like the salt and pepper calamari and taro puff swans. The event went off without any issues and the curtained off space was a perfect fit for our group. Everyone LOVED the food! Thanks so much! Can't wait to go back!

Had a great meal here, we came for the duck, and pre-ordered it, the only addition we had was the…read morepan fried pot stickers, that low key were amazing. Juicy and flavorful. The Peking Duck comes in two dishes, first is the skin with cane auger, to open our palette, followed by the main attraction. Everything was delicious, the pancakes were impossibly thin, yet held up to the task, their sauce was delicious, and of course the duck was very flavorful. Comparable to some of the ducks i had in Beijing, though skin could have been crispier

Great Peking duck, but the rest of the menu was disappointing. They seem to have dishes from every…read moreregion of China, but not done well. Good service.

I highly suggest making a reservation if you want to stop in for Peking Duck!…read moreI made a reservation for 2 people at 2:15pm on a Thursday with a note requesting a whole Peking Duck. Remember to leave a note in your reservation!

Amazing find! Also A+ service and I highly recommend. I wasn't expecting the food to that good and…read moreit was worth the value. Wonderful job!

Hon's Wun-Tun House was a culinary delight on our recent trip to San Francisco! They've got all…read morethe classic dishes. We reallly enjoyed the wun-tun soup, the dumplings, chow fun, honey walnut prawns and several other items. Once seated, you order from a qr code so service is prompt and efficient! As others have noted the wait can be long as it's always packed! But worth the wait. And - pro tip - you can call ahead and have them add you to the list before you get there if you get lucky and talk to the right person. Inside, it's crowded, loud, and pretty basic. But that's part of the experience, and decor isn't particularly important when the table is covered with delicious food! Definitely worth a stop if you're looking for classic Chinese food in San Francisco in the heart of Chinatown. Just show up hungry and be prepared to wait a bit.

Beef brisket won ton noodle soup…read more One of ct's staples didn't recognize the place been too long. Definitely hit the spot but portions are a little small. Soup was delicious and their chili oil was definitely one of the best I've ever had might've killed the whole jar . Was eating with my eyes and we got "cherng fun" beef rice rolls. Don't do it. Not even close to dim sum style. Dumplings weren't too bad.

Recently came by and dined outside with my little pup. I had such a great time enjoying their NA…read morecocktail, Garden & Grove with all the dim sum dishes. Aside from wishing this drink to be a little bit more sour, I love this type of seedlip NA beverages. For those that enjoy alcohol and can have it, Osmanthus DSL serves some great whisky pairings with dim sum. They also have a great list of tea which I didn't partake on this occasion. Great service and I enjoyed people watching from sitting outside this Broadway street facing restaurant. Located on Broadway and Kearny (next to the Peter Macchiarini steps).

Gave this a try for late breakfast or lunch while in town. Service was very prompt and easy to get…read morea table. Had soup dumplings, pork and shrimp sui mai and lastly Szechuan boiled beef in flaming chili oil. All were pretty good. Really liked the soup as it was the real deal with peppercorns and all. Would go back and try more things off the menu next time in town. Just was a light lunch so didn't experiment too much.

This review is about their week day lunch take-out…read more (Located around the corner to the right from main entrance via street level). Prices are very reasonable, quality of food is high, and selection is manageable and solid. All orders come with rice and a drink: 1 item $15 2 items $18 Double meat (duck) $23 Service is quick, accurate, and efficient; up to Harborview 's standard of excellence.

Pork XLB - 5/5 Spicy Pork Wontons - 5/5…read moreRoasted Peking Duck - 3/5 Kung Pao chicken- 4/5 Honey Garlic Sesame chicken - 4/5 Harborview beef - 5/5 Garlic noodles- 3/5 Guava Virgin Mojito - 5/5 Great ambience and service!