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    Lion Kitchen

    4.6 (96 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Salt and pepper grouper
    Binh P.

    Place is large and spacious, and employees are super friendly and enthusiastic, but food leaves a lot to be desired. Tried their mapo tofu, Westlake soup, and salt and pepper grouper. I wasn't impressed by any of the dishes. The mapo tofu was probably the best of the bunch for me because I found the addition of pickled greens and sesame oil to be interesting. But there was no sichuan spice, black beans, or pork flavor to make it taste like it should. The Westlake soup was incredibly bland. It made me wish I had brought some extra beef buillon to spruce things up. After adding a ridiculous amount of chili paste, vinegar, soy sauce, and white pepper I managed to enjoy it as hot and sour soup. And I was most disappointed in the fried grouper. After all the glowing reviews for this dish I was severely let down. I found the fish to be a bit tough. Not tender or flakey at all. This place seems to be a neighborhood favorite though because I saw lots of regulars come through. And the dining room gets quickly. But it's just lacking in too much flavor for me.

    Tangerine Peel Chicken
    Jerry B.

    Very satisfying Cantonese food, large portions, excellent prices, served piping hot straight out of the wok (the way it should be). Hot & Sour Seafood Soup: got the medium-sized bowl, which would be perfect for a party of four, to be honest. There was no way my wife and I were going to finish this right then and there. Server/hostess asked if we needed black pepper. Glad we didn't ask for it because it was quite peppery on its own. The soup stock me of the soup that a Chinese banquet room would serve guests, though a more simple soup than what you'd get at a Chinese Wedding Banquet (which might have some premium ingredients like abalone). Good soup, very peppery. Tangerine Peel Chicken: this was awesome. I mean it's probably a lot like the sweet & sour chicken you've had before, but this has that light tangerine flavor (not strong, but more than just a hint). Again, straight from the wok, to the plate, and to your table. Skillfully prepared. Stir-fried Beef with Bitter Melon and Black Bean Sauce: If you grew up in a Cantonese family in San Francisco, chances are you grew up with this dish. I married into such a family almost thirty years ago and with the elders now gone, this dish was quite comforting. That first year, I had to force myself to eat bitter melon each time it was served. If you eat it once in a while, what starts out as impossibly too bitter will become something you crave (love it with scrambled egg). About this dish here at Lion Restaurant, the beef seems like quality cuts and thoroughly tenderized--you'll find it expertly prepared, as well. Fish-flavored Eggplant: I love Chinese-style eggplant dishes. This one didn't disappoint. Again, served super hot. You know it was done right when you still have to blow on it a little 10 minutes after it was initially served. All and all, we were very impressed with the quality, flavor, and value of Lion Restaurant. With its high ceilings, open eating area with large tables, and well-lit dining room because of its very large windows letting in all that sunlight, it's a great place to bring your family and/or friends. The hostess, one can tell, has tons of character and personality. She likes her job and has fun while doing it. It makes for pleasant experience. Price was, I thought, a very good value--especially for the large portions that we brought home as left overs. For the four items (includes three portions of rice, served hot in a rice thermos heat-retaining container), the bill was $66 (without tip). Considering that my wife and I will easily get two-four more meals out of our leftovers, this was truly a bargain. We will be back with the college-aged kids (who can eat a lot more than we can).

    Mapo tofu
    Roserrele W.

    Portions were pretty generous but the dishes were very salty. We ordered mapo tofu, mustard greens with mushrooms, curry chicken and garlic noodles. - mapo tofu: too much gravy, taste was on the sweet and salty side. - mustard greens with mushrooms: this dish could be lighter with less gravy. - curry chicken: my kids love curry and they were picky. This dish was lacking some spices and hotness. - garlic noodles: tasted the best amongst all dishes but it was way too greasy and very garlicky (love the taste of gatlic but just a bit too much). Service was great. We were greeted rightaway and the staff checked with frequently to ask if there was anything needed or missing. Prices were reasonable for the portions given. We possibly may not come back because the food were heavily seasoned and pretty greasy.

    dry fried chicken
    Margaret G.

    The dry fried green beans and chicken are the best. 10/10 highly recommend. Adorable friendly owner with good energy.

    Stir fried green beans
    Allena C.

    I've been meaning to check out Lion Kitchen for a few months and finally tried it this past week. Three of us had lunch on a weekday so it wasn't too busy. We were able to grab a table easily. We also recognized one of the lady servers, who used to work at a restaurant on Judah that closedown. It was nice to see a familiar face! The place was brightly lit and welcoming. ***OUR PICKS*** BEEF CHOW FUN ~ this was a good dish with generous portions. Good "wok hay", flavorful and seasoned well. 5/5 SALT AND PEPPER PORK CHOPS ~ lightly crispy and not a thick batter, so you can taste the meat and not just batter. 4.5/5 STIR FRIED GREEN BEANS ~ a bit spicier than I thought it would be, but the spice was tolerable. I think I would have asked for it to be less spicy, but if you like moderate heat, this one's for you! The beans were made just right and not over or undercooked. 4/5 HOME STYLE TOFU ~ filled with vegetables and tofu. comforting dish, yet also a bit spicy. 4/5 Everything we ordered, we were satisfied with. Prices are reasonable, especially for lunch plates! We'll definitely be back to try other dishes!

    tomato beef crispy noodles $16 side view
    Jeff H.

    It is sad to see a local mom & pop restaurant empty. That was the case tonight at 8pm on a Sunday. It is attributed to the amount of non-existent foot traffic on 28th/Judah. The lady working there is a talkative host, welcoming and kind. My tomato beef crispy noodles $16 were OK. They even served it to me separate from the gravy as I like my noodles extra crispy. The noodles were missing the char burnt ends found with restaurants with good wok flavor. There were plenty pieces of beef. Lacking was the zingy or sour tomato taste. The few pieces of tomatoes were pureed too much. Bell peppers and onion pieces were also lacking. A few pieces of ginger were found. I don't like ginger in my crispy noodles. Overall, this was an OK meal. Service was excellent with a very fast kitchen.

    Eggplant, steamed dumplings
    Tiffany W.

    Wonderful home style Chinese restaurant in the Sunset neighborhood. For a large lunch party of 12, the restaurant team did a wonderful job with all of the food we ordered. We tried the egg drop soup, fried dumplings, steamed dumplings, walnut shrimp, mu shu pork, fried chicken wings, salt and pepper fried fish, eggplant, mabo tofu, and house special noodles. Oil levels an seasoning were well done and both adults and children really enjoyed the meal. Service was very welcoming, friendly and fast. Highly recommend!

    curry chicken, tomato beef with crispy noodles
    Linz C.

    This is my parents favorite restaurant, you'll find them eating lunch here at least 2-3 times a week. I've been twice now and have fallen in love with their fried fish and tomato beef with crispy noodles. We order the sauce on the side so the noodles don't get soggy. Service is always top notch, the lady is so welcoming and loves talking to everyone.

    Chicken wings
    Michelle K.

    Wow this is definitely our new go-to spot for Chinese food! Authentic, super delicious and fresh. The inside of this restaurant is nicely lit and very clean. Speedy service too the aunties working are very friendly. Food came out piping hot. Great portion sizes too! What we ordered: - Mongolian beef: so yum, tender beef - Fried chicken wings: crispy! - Dry fried green beans: flavorful and fresh - Pork & cabbage dumplings: fresh and delish - Salt & Pepper squid: crispy and nicely seasoned Will definitely come back to try more on the menu.

    I had a wonderful Mothers Day lunch here. If you're looking for authentic and delicious Cantonese dishes in a homey cafe-like environment, this is a great option. The service was excellent and I would definitely come back! Food exceeded my expectations.

    Salt and pepper grouper. House special fried noodle in the background.
    Alexis P.

    Not only is this hole in the wall super clean and bright, the food is delicious (tastes like home cooking-- if only I was a good chef)! Hard to find this level of portion and quality for the price nowadays. Looks like a family run business. If you like fish and chips, get the salt pepper grouper! It's lightly fried, not too oily while the fish is buttery and flakey. Love the shallots and jalapeño bits it's topped with. The chicken, shrimp, eggplant clay pot was also very good! As was the house special fried noodle. The beef chow fun was good but I wish there was more beef. Also love their chive and pork dumplings. *Note: there is a surcharge for credit card payment so cash is best.

    Menu 2/2 - (October 2025)
    Joyce K.

    New place unlocked. Great Vibes. Great Food for the price! I was in the area and saw this new place, so we dropped in for dinner. The $11.99 special offer menu sold us, and we couldn't resist. What we got: - Salt and Pepper Group ~ Not too oily and came out fresh and crispy. Crispy on the outside, but perfectly balanced soft interior. It was like eating fish and chips, but better! Eat fresh to maximize flavor and texture! - Dry Fried String Beans ~ Pairs perfectly with rice! A great addition to the table for veggies and flavor. - Pork and Chive Dumplings ~ Soft and juicy. Very flavorful. No sauce needed. For three dishes from the 11.99 menu and the inclusion of rice, we were well fed! Rice was complimentary, but was one of the softest and fluffiest rice I've had. All the dishes were solid, and best of all, the service was amazing. The server was full of energy, and it was amazing to watch her interact with other customers - definitely brightened up my day. The place wasn't packed, but it was great to see some occupied tables and patrons coming in and out for take-out. Would definitely return!

    Stir fried green beans
    James R.

    Let me preface with they just opened so they do give that sense that they're still feeling out the business. In terms of service, they were obviously pressured and understaff but still manage to serve with a smile and vibrant attitude. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. The ambiance is quiet despite having a full house. Maybe some low volume music would help. In terms of the food. We ordered a few dishes and they were all generally quite good and portions were big with prices tending to be on the lower side so that's a plus. The string beans is a must. I think my least favorite would be the beef fried noodles with tomatoes. I was not expecting it to be sweet, and it was a bit too sweet for my liking.

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    With plenty of restaurants trying to get you thru the door in Chinatown, I was so happy to try out…read moreHon's Wun-Tun House! There will be a little bit of a wait if you come at lunchtime, but the changing of tables is so quick, it's worth the wait. My table got many items to try out, including a number of dumplings and main dishes. We have no complaints! The servers were on top of their game, and every time a menu item was brought out, they would cross it out at the table, to ensure all our food was brought out. Each dish came out piping hot (especially the dumpling and wontons), and my favorite main dish was definitely the Braised Seafood + Tofu in Clay Pot. Pair that with some rice and your set. This place was such a vibe! Totally recommend; all our food came out quick --- everything was made-to-order, and they got nothing wrong. 10 out of 10!

    My husband and I visited Chinatown on a weekday morning. It wasn't too far of a walk from Union…read moreSquare and it was a beautiful, calm and sunny day. Shops were starting to open up and we stumbled upon Hon's Wun-Tun House. We originally wanted to go to a different dumpling house but that one was closed at the time. As we peered into Hon's storefront window, we saw employees already busy making dumplings around 9am. We decided to give it a try and we were so happy we did! The servers were quick to seat us, give us water and take our orders using their tablets. We ordered the pan fried dumplings and the scallion pancakes. Everything was delicious! The dumplings had a good amount of filling and were hot and fresh. The scallion pancakes had plenty of scallions which I appreciated. I mean it wouldn't be scallion pancakes without the ample amount of scallions, right?! Lots of customers were having breakfast and I noticed many people ordered congee, so it must be one of their best sellers. Our bellies were satisfied and we were out of there in under 30 minutes. Bill came out to be about $23 after taxes and before tip. This place is great for a group of friends or families to sit down and have a meal while visiting Chinatown. The front of the restaurant has a kiosk to place orders as well (not sure if it's only for take-out orders). It's definitely a restaurant I would go back to when we are in the area again.

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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

    entrance is confusing. there's only one main entrance and that's at STREET LEVEL. they will direct…read moreyou to go upstairs after, but you have to check in here first. the bar also has a separate entrance (2nd floor), maybe lesser known, but that's only for the bar side, not regular restaurant. they also have a takeout side, just during lunch hours 11:30a - 1:30p 4 days a week. Great food and I love that their happy hour is 4-7pm goes pretty late, only available at the bar. I checked in and said im walking in here for happy hour. the host said ok happy hour and asked me do I want to sit inside at a table or at the bar? I'm thinking "o, I thought for happy hour I must be seated only at the bar, ok lets get a table instead then, maybe more comfortable." Got settled down and seated in the main dining room which was super loud. another server comes and I ask about happy hour menu and he said no that's at the bar only. so why were we ushered to this table? so I got out of that room and went to find myself a seat at the bar instead. bar is much quieter which is nice and more relaxing. for happy hour the ha gow and siu mai is about $1-2 off. coffee lava bun is good, gooey coffee filling inside and perfectly baked bun outside! 18% gratuity auto added onto all bills big beautiful space, especially outdoors with the ferry building view the cod is incredible. about $56 for half size and $100 for large size.

    Good dim sum in a nice location! So many great dishes. Where do I start? With the best!…read more Baked BBQ Buns with a sugar crust: The pork was slightly sweet, which is a good thing. Soft, soft bun. The crust makes it transcendent. Steamed Pork Spareribs with Black Bean Sauce: The sauce is very light, with a few black beans and peppers making an appearance. Steamed shrimp and chive dumplings: The shrimp pieces were large and the chive made it even better, Steamed har gow dumplings: Big and juicy pieces of shrimp inside of the dumplings went well with my requested chili sauce. Dessert: I liked that these egg tarts were on the smaller size since we were stuffed by this time and they were a perfect end to a great meal. Service was quick. They'll bring your water and tea almost immediately and take your order a minute later if you're ready. By 20 minutes later, all the dishes had been delivered. If you drive, get parking validation. Also a convenient walk from the BART/Muni station and cable car stop.

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    Harborview Restaurant & Bar - Black Sesame Mochi with Grated Peanut

    Black Sesame Mochi with Grated Peanut

    Harborview Restaurant & Bar - Enjoy dining or Happy Hour on our spacious patio!

    Enjoy dining or Happy Hour on our spacious patio!

    Harborview Restaurant & Bar - Baked Coffee Lava Buns with Crunchy Sugar Crust

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    Baked Coffee Lava Buns with Crunchy Sugar Crust

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