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Wing Lee Bakery was delicious. We had a variety of food from the bakery and I loved every single one of it. We had the BBQ pork bun, Shrimp Dumpling, and many other delicious dumplings. All the dumplings we tried were so good. I enjoyed the BBQ pork bun the most. The price is very reasonable but it's cash only so make sure to bring cash. I really wanted to try the egg tart but they said they didn't have it that day. I'll definitely be back to try out their other baked goods. read more

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Best little place for take out dimsum. Wrapper is delicate & tender, fillings are fresh. Average $3 per order that includes 3 pieces. Line moves quickly. Cash only. Had the following: -coriander gao -tarot gao -sticky rice gao -fried meat dumpling(I recommend the round version over the flat version) -Pork siu mai read more

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Missy L.

3 years ago

Their har gao has tiny amount of filling and thick, overly generous shell, so basically you're eating a lot of dough. I like har gao so much that it's hard for me to give a bad review but here it is. There are so many other places in SF for this, not good. read more

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I ordered a few things from this bakery to try it out since it's my first time there. There was a line out the door. That is a good sign. The items I had were har gow, pork siu mai, shrimp and chive dumpling, sticky rice wrapped in lotus leaves. They were all good. But I wish there were some shrimp in the pork siu mai. That would definitely be tastier! I would go back to try other items. read more

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Johnny B.

3 years ago

Had the BBQ steamed pork bun. Best one ive ever had forsure. Price was very reasonable for the city. I will be a return customer and highly recommend. read more

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Lillian W.

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First of all this dim sum place has the rudest unhelpful staff ever. They bark at you to order, plus they will bark at you to ask how many items. Don't you dare say 1 order of whatever even though the menu has a whole section indicating dim sum items that come 3 to 1 order. Plus don't you dare ask questions on what things are...they will bypass you and you will be the fonder for the staff and all the Cantonese seniors citizens enjoying their dim sum and the cinema of life. The food most likely contains MSG. I do not suggest this place for dim sum newbies. If this was your first experience, it would definitely put you off of dim sum forever. However I could overlook the rudeness if the food was great. But alas the majority of dim sum was blah and some items were plain disgusting. The bad...the egg custard and fried pork dumpling were yucky. The egg custard filling had a strange odor and sour taste. Took a teeny tiny nibble and tossed it. Yuck. The fried pork was hard and burnt with tasteless filling. I took one bite and tossed it. Yuck. Considering these were the first two items I attempted to eat...it didn't look promising. The good...not much to report out. Here it goes...Sui mai was hefty sized and decent tasting. Same with the har gow and fried sesame balls. They were ok, not great tasting. Also it is more of a grab n good place with a few tables usually occupied by the neighborhood seniors. read more

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Masha P.

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Whenever I'm between 6th and Clement, I check if Wing Lee are open. If they are...it's dumpling time! I really dig their siu mai, har gao, and guo tie. They make for a great on-the-go lunch or snack. If you like dim sum, you'll love Wing Lee. read more

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Dana H.

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Was in San Francisco last week and stopped by Wing Lee Bakery for some dim sum. Got some shrimp har gow, pork siu mai, and joong to go. I wanted to give it 3 and a half stars but Yelp doesn't have half stars. So I upped it to 4 stars. One thing I'll say it the dumplings, siu mai, and joong are huge. Yep, not the typical tiny dim sum you find at other restaurants. Also, it's refreshing to find joong outside of the Chinese dragon festival dates in the spring. They're bamboo wrapped glutinous rice with fillings of pork, 1,000 year old egg (they're not really 1,000 years old..lol), dried shrimp, and other things. The shrimp har gow had dough that was way too thick in my opinion. Sui mai was fine. Joong was ok. Prices were "ok" but with all the competition in SF, there are less expensive options like Good Luck Dim Sum on Clement Street. read more

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Jim D.

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The fine folks at Wing Lee pulled out all the stops in order to keep absolute minimal contact with the employees! First, they put up a shield that probably goes up 6'6". Then they made a vinyl curtain to minimize payment contact. You pick-up your food at the table around the side of the case. They really went the extra mile. Now the food: it's bakery dim sum. It's my go-to bakery spot and everything is pretty good! read more

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Moon D.

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Wing Lee is an extraordinary bakery. A must-visit if you find yourself on Clement Street. Great prices for excellent fare like pork buns, pot stickers, chicken skewers, and more! read more

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T W.

2 years ago

I did a search for porridge in the Inner Richmond and Yelp suggested Wing Lee Bakery. I ordered both the chicken porridge and the pork with century egg. Both were delicious, but I preferred the chicken porridge. It had nice smooth pieces of dark meat chicken and there were bites of dried shiitake mushrooms as well. The consistency was perfect, not too thick (geet) and not too watery (hay). Don't forget to bring cash because they are cash only! read more

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Cynthia M.

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Bought a variety of dim sum after waiting in a 20ish minute line. I enjoyed the coconut mochi (they made it fresh that day!), ha gow (steamed shrimp ball), sing juke geng (wrapped tofu roll), and fried tofu. The only thing I really would order again is the sui mai, it wasnt very flavorful. Overall, solid place. Would come back again if I am in the area read more

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D Y.

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2 years ago

I've had decent food here in the past, but I found a fried friend today in my veggie bean curd roll and now think they might be due for an inspection soon. Sad. read more

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Therese S.

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I went to this classic Richmond bakery on Lunar New Year for dim sum and it did not disappoint! I ordered the BBQ pork buns and potstickers, both of which were huge, juicy, and flavorful. The pork buns were huge and fluffy, with a soft chewy base and a rich BBQ pork filling. The potstickers were pan fried nicely and perfectly seasoned. I waited in line for some time (granted, it was Lunar New Year at around lunch time), but they were very fast when I got to the front of the line. Keep in mind that they are cash only! I ate my food elsewhere, as it was a pick-up only place. read more

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Joanna L.

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2 years ago

Bring cash and your appetite to this delicious dim sum spot. Only to-go, but that's perfect if you want anything main dishes from their restaurant next door. Strongly recommend their porridge and picking up some Chinese donuts with that as well. read more

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Ray P.

2 years ago

This place has gotten worse. The food looks good, but it does not taste good. I order some black beans spareribs, and all I got was a lot of fat. See the picture. Order sticky rice they had cut down on the gradients and it has no flavor. I spent $33.00 on this Chinese food that just taste bad I threw it away. I'm never going back there again. read more

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susan w.

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2 years ago

Ok, I admit, I'm a sucker! I believe what I read...a popular chef said in an article how good certain items were at Wing Lee. These 2 fried items are 2 of my favs as well, so I thought I'd give it a try. The "gai loong" & "gin duy " were just ok, I've had much better elsewhere. Skins were thick & a bit doughy. I also got a few of the peanut/coconut mochis & found the same to be true, very thick & doughy skin. I didn't try it, but the "woo gok" (fried taro thing) was reported to be bland. The steamed items were a bit better. I guess this chef was just a kid when his grandpa would send him to Wing Lee to pick up the fried items for him & his taste buds weren't quite refined. I wonder if his enjoyment was just nostalgic thinking or was he pretending to enjoy? For me, I'd rather walk another block or 2 & get these items elsewhere. read more

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Love the dim sum shops on Clement St. Wing Lee always has a long line but you know why, cheap prices and delish dim sum. Don't expect a welcoming 'hello' or come on in from the counter help, they are there to serve hundreds of customers thousands of dim sum pieces in their 8 hr day, 'get em in and get em out- Fast' Baked chicken bao is pillowy soft, sweet glaze on top, 5 Spice and hoisin flavors surround the chicken - I scarfed this before even getting to the car. Shrimp dumplings and shrimp and leek dumplings are outrageous, large shrimp pieces, tender, crunchy and so fresh. Dumpling is tender soft from steaming - yummy. Taro balls flavorful, crunchy exterior but greasy, because it's fried, duh, is is the sesame ball which is sweet and the bean paste is ever so smooth. read more

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Katherine N.

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Simply amazing and affordable dim sum spot. You can't go wrong here. Cash only! Service is ok and the place can get really busy with long lines, but it is worth the wait and your money. Satisfy my cravings every time I love their Ha Gow (shrimp dumplings) & Sew Mai (pork dumplings)! Their buns are really good too! I like the combination one with meat, eggs, and veggies! read more

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Darina H.

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If you're craving dim sum, this is the spot. The women that work behind the counter and no non-sense! Tell them what you want and you get it! There is usually a short wait but it will be well worth your time! Lots of great items such as dumplings, moon cakes, egg custard buns, and other pastries. Get your fix and go, no bathrooms or indoor seats available! Definitely a hole in the wall place, very mom and pop shop vibe and definitely worth a stop if you're in the area! Street parking! read more

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Edward B.

3 years ago

Love the baked BBQ pork buns. Friendly and attentive staff. Great food. Will definitely continue to visit Wing Lee Bakery every chance I get. Worth the stop if you are in San Francisco. read more

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Clarence A.

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For some cheap and quick eats this place always has a line literally out the door, I go for the shu mai (pork) sometimes the Har gow (shrimp dumpling), bean curd (larger then most I have tried), sesame balls. I have sampled their pork buns and other items but they all have been consistent always good and hot. Quick and easy, no nonsense, cash only. Ladies inside serve quick so peek the menu thru the window so you get an idea of what to order. Food **** quick and easy Price $ Service **** Ambiance *** read more

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Alan C.

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Plenty to like about this dim sum place. It isn't any cleaner or friendlier than any of the other joints in town but they do a particularly good job w the baked pork buns ! The usual steam dumplings are also pretty tasty and despite the recent price increases (now about $3.50 for 3 pieces of most steamed items and a little more for the pot stickers) and the increased cost for the baked pork buns ($2.50-3 now),... still a solid place for dim sum and less of a line than others down the block. I would like them to toss in some hot sauce and soy sauce w/o charging more but it is what it is ! If they make it home use your own ! Enjoy and thank me later !! read more

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Alex N.

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I came at 5:30pm on a Thursday and there was no line. Cash only! This place is by no means the best dim sun I've ever had, but for $5 I was able to get 3 siu mai and a large bbq pork bun. The siu mai was average and the pork bun was actually filled with a decent amount of meat. Considering the value, the food is well worth the money and I definitely will be back for more. read more

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Ed D.

3 years ago

I had time to kill on the way home after a dentist's appointment when I wandered into this Chinese bakery. I didn't know what to order, and since English is the only language I speak, I did my best to kindly asked one of the ladies behind the counter if she would pick 5 pieces for me "that were popular & interesting". She thought for a second, then selected a variety of buns/stickers to give me, and I was so happy with her selection -- I felt I got a great cross-section of items to sample & enjoy. (Total: $7.50) A very mellow place; even the customers were friendly; one customer who overheard my transaction told me that the bakery staff selected a good variety of items for me, based on my request. read more

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Kayla C.

3 years ago

Delicious and inexpensive dim sum? I'm in!Ordering is quick and no nonsense. Cash only.

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Alisha H.

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The his is my favorite dim sum place. I specifically love the egg rolls and the pot stickers. Their pork shumai doesn't have shrimp so it's fatty and flavorful of the pork. There is usually a line! read more

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Alan D.

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I mean come on. Do I really need to say more than CHAR SIU BAO?! During this time of COVID, it's so important to support our local businesses. Further, as an Asian-American, hell, even as an ABC, you have to LOVE the hustle of these folks. They continue to pump out quality food day in and day out. You know what's also great? THEIR CHAR SIU BAO. So please continue to support local businesses... come here to Wing Lee Bakery. And for god sake. GET THEIR CHAR SIU BAO. read more

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Shelley T.

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Came around 1130 on a Saturday to pick up dim sum for a casual picnic and waited about 15 min to get inside. It felt like forever because I was hungry and it was "early" for me. Normally I don't make it out until afternoon but so much is sold out by then. I usually only get baos when I come to these to-go dim sum places, esp steamed bbq pork. Here's what I tried in order of whether or not I'd get it again: -Steamed BBQ pork bao: huge, pretty good meat to bun ratio, not too many fatty pieces. My friend said she's had smoother bao texture, but I'd still continue to get this here as my go-to -Pork and vegetable bao: tastes as expected but also one of my go-tos, so putting this 2nd -Sesame balls w/ red bean: big, red bean not too sweet, outside nicely fried. Also comes in black sesame but didn't try -Pork siu mai: big meatball, a little bit of mushroom, pretty tasty -Ha gao (shrimp dumpling): shrimp and bamboo, wrapper is a little thick, tastes as expected -Turnip cake: pretty thick, lighter flavor with not much other stuff in, decent -Baked BBQ pork bun: unfair review bc I don't like baked buns, but got it for others to try. Huge bun, bf said it was ok but not enough filling -Fried taro dumpling: mostly daikon which made it too sweet so not the flavor I was expecting, very little meat but lots of taro -Ham suey gok (fried meat dumpling): interesting empanada shape vs normal oval, with jicama and meat, not as greasy as restaurants but didn't really like the dry outside read more

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Robert L.

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Dim sum is OK. Food is a 4/service is a 1. Be careful on what you order. Just make sure they don't slip you one of their slower items vs what you ask for in your box/bag. Came home with their crappy Chicken Combo buns instead of their Pork Buns. Stick with the traditional dim sum items...they are decent. And check your receipt. read more

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Chuck D.

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Cheap, good and fast. That's Wing Lee. It's been on Clement since I was a kid. When you're hungry for some quick dim sum to-go or a bite real quick at communal tables, this is your spot. The furthest from fancy. It's a hole in the wall type spot...I get siu mai, pot stickers, har gow and bbq pork buns. So good. So simple... So inexpensive. Put it this way. We ordered: 2 bbq pork buns, 3 siu mai and 3 pot stickers. It was under $10. Service is fast. You better be ready. I'm convinced the ladies are cussing me out in their native tongue cause I dont give my order in full right away. Hahaha.... Sorry! I couldnt make up my mind and everything looks good. Give me a break... lol Street parking. Feed the meter along Clement. You may get lucky on the side streets. read more

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Ravi K.

3 years ago

This is my spot for my morning congee, bbq pork buns, and har gow (shrimp dumplings). Reasonable prices but make sure that you bring cash as they don't take credit cards. I also recommend the egg custard for dessert. read more

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Great place to get low cost dim sum in San Francisco. Delicious different amounts of dim sum. It also has a bakery with great custard. read more

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Steve M.

3 years ago

My usual stop over when I return to "The City". From fish, chicken, roast pork, duck, I've never had a bad meal yet. Take my food to my friends place and we enjoy the lunch or dinner whichever the case may be. Well worth the drive!!! read more

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Norman D.

2 years ago

Wing Lee Bakery at the corner of Clement & 6th Street in San Francisco has some of the most flavorful Dim Sum/pastries. It is so tempting to order boxes to take home or a picnic at Golden Gate Park. Service is quick, flavors delightful. read more

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I've walked by a few times and there's always been a long line, so I decided to finally try it out. I went at 9am on Saturday morning in an attempt to avoid the lines, and there were only a few other people there. They only allow 2 people in at a time, so I waited outside until it was my turn. I was a bit overwhelmed by all the choices, and just randomly ordered some foods that looked familiar. I ordered sesame balls, shrimp rice noodle rolls, fried taro balls, turnip cake (Luo buo gao), and a giant bao that I didn't know what was in it when I ordered, but it ended up being chicken, mushroom and egg. All the food was pretty decent. Of the ones I ordered, the fried taro balls were the best by far! Will be ordering those again. read more

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Ven R.

5 years ago

We asked for cilantro/chives and shrimp but they gave us celery and carrots with shrimp?! They could've just told us they didn't have what we wanted, which would've been more acceptable. read more

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503 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94118
Inner Richmond
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(415) 668-9481
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https://wing-lee-bakery.cuba-cafe.com

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Hours

What time does Wing Lee Bakery open?

Wing Lee Bakery opens at 8:00 AM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Wing Lee Bakery close?

Wing Lee Bakery is closed on Monday and Tuesday.Wing Lee Bakery closes at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Tue ClosedWed-Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Wing Lee Bakery take credit cards?

No, Wing Lee Bakery does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Wing Lee Bakery have catering options?

No, Wing Lee Bakery does not have catering options.

Does Wing Lee Bakery have a happy hour?

No, Wing Lee Bakery does not have a happy hour.

Does Wing Lee Bakery serve alcohol?

No, Wing Lee Bakery does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Wing Lee Bakery allow dogs?

Yes, Wing Lee Bakery allows dogs.

Does Wing Lee Bakery have TVs?

Yes, Wing Lee Bakery has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Wing Lee Bakery have bike parking?

Yes, Wing Lee Bakery has bike parking.

Does Wing Lee Bakery have parking?

Yes, Wing Lee Bakery has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Wing Lee Bakery have free WiFi?

No, Wing Lee Bakery does not have free WiFi.

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What are the top 5 items everyone should here?

Har Gao, Pork Shu Mei, Steamed BBQ PORK buns, potstickers, spring rolls

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Outside seating and inside dining for 4 people allowed?

No outside dining. Very small space for inside dining but doable for four people okay.

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Hello! Do you welcome vegans? Anything delicious for us? Thank you!!!

They have vegetarian items. Not sure about vegan.

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Locally owned & operated

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A beautiful Michelin-recognized tea house experience with amazing service, flavorful food, and a…read morereally unique atmosphere. Stopped by Palette Tea House with The Kid after FoodieLand thinking we were just coming for tea... and ended up having a full experience. We sat at the communal high-top table in the center of the restaurant, which has a small pond built into it with little goldfish and even a tiny rubber duck sitting on the rock formation -- such a cute detail and definitely adds to the ambiance. Our server Ken was fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. He recommended the Iron Goddess tea, which ended up being excellent. The Kid ordered the Milk Aroma Oolong, which surprisingly tasted almost like milk tea even though it's just brewed tea. Each tea comes with its own kettle, and Ken even came back to refill the hot water for us. For food, we ordered the Wagyu Beef Fried Rice, which was a huge portion and easily shareable. Very flavorful and well prepared. We also tried the Sichuan Seafood Dumplings and the Iberico Pork Dumplings, both of which were delicious. One order is definitely enough to share. The dumplings come with several dipping sauces including soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, hot mustard, and a cilantro-based sauce that had a slightly sweet, horseradish-like flavor that really stood out. Service throughout the meal was amazing. Even without a reservation, we were seated immediately. As a Michelin-recognized restaurant for 2025, it definitely felt like a special treat and lived up to the experience.

Out to a new place for dinner with family…read more Palette Tea House Server - Westley, was so good in helping us pick the best dishes and drinks. Jordan Chardonnay, 2022 Russian River CA Decoy Cabernet Sauvignon, 2023 Alexander Valley, CA Fort Point Villager IPA Dinner Chinese Olive Fried Rice Cumin Spicy Lamb "Longevity" Noodle Palette Soup Dumpling "XLB" Sampler (5 Pieces) Chicken Soup Dumpling "XLB" (3 Pieces) Black Swan Tara Puff (2 Pieces) Lotus Wrap Abaline Sticky Rice Wok Fried Gai LAN and Shitake Mushroom Desert Steamed Custard Dumpling Durian Custard Bao Wow, I could not say which one was my favorite dish. Every dish was great. In addition to the deserts. The deco was real nice and colorful. The had Peking Ducks all set for roasting on display. Must visit.

3.4 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill

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Osmanthus Dim Sum Lounge

4.4(948 reviews)

•$$$

Another great visit at Osmanthus! Delicious food. Great service. Love the atmosphere…read more I am impressed with their tea selection. There's just so many to choose from! This visit we tried Alishang Milk Oolong. It was absolutely wonderful! It's not milky, yet it has a lovely milk feel.

Great as always! Salt n Pepper fish - 6/5 great!!…read moreHand cut noodles with chicken was ok - 3/5

Garlic noodles

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Salt & pepper tofu

New Red Jade

3.5(1k reviews)

2.3 mi•Castro

Lunch. Special. Vibe…read more I have more time on my hands on weekdays these days and finding a great lunch spot tend to be a challenge. But the "new" Red Jade came to mind. They are known for their reasonably priced lunch specials without breaking the bank. Good selection, fast service, they have you in and out before you know it. Quite taken aback by efficient service. But it's a welcoming spot off Market Street and on Church. Food is great, delicious, good for meet up with a friend, centrally located. What's not to like about this Chinese restaurant in the City outside of Chinatown?

After Exploring Castro Last Wednesday April 8,2026 My Friends And I Have Visited New Red Jade…read moreRestaurant As I Use To Dine Over Here When I Was Still Working At Gap Inc Corporate Office Back Then For After 7 Years Have Decided To Revisit The Restaurant And I Was So Glad That I Did. As We Entered The Restaurant We Were Escorted To Be Seated And Was Given The Menu Surprisingly All My Favorite Taiwanese Dishes Were Still Available So After Ordering It Only Took 15 To 20 Minutes as Our Orders Arrived One At A Time. I Was Over Joy As Menu Bursting With Great Flavor As Its Savory And Portions Are Great. The Restaurant Ambiance Is Nice Decent And Clean And Very Accomodating. The Staff Is So Friendly And Courteus. Have Attached Photos To See The Different Dishes We Ordered And The Ambiance That The Restaurant Has For Dining Public To See And Experience.

Salt and pepper chicken wings

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String bean with chicken

Dumpling Time

4.2(2.8k reviews)

3.5 mi

I don't live in the city but I've had to come up here every day because my wife had been…read moretransferred to a hospital in San Francisco. She went through a spell of being terribly nauseaus and only certain foods could be kept down. She's a fan of dumplings so we found this place on door dash and tried it. The Wagyu XLB is one of the best things I've ever eaten. And no that's not hyperbole.Everything we had from this place was great but those specific dumplings were amazing. My wife also was a big fan. She had the vegetable dumplings and not only was able to keep it down with her nausea, but would also get it again and she is a picky eater. The worst thing we ate there is something I would descriebe as "good but I don't need it again." I won't name the item because it really wasn't bad at all, it was just outshined by everything else. I have since recommened thist o a few different doctors and nurses at her hospital and two have reported back to us that they loved it as well. In fact one nurse's wife now wants Dumpling Time at least once a week. When I die, if the Wagyu XLB is the last thing I eat, it would not be a wasted life.

i was in san francisco for a one-day work trip, and once the day wrapped, we all went out to eat. i…read morewas genuinely excited to partake in dumplings because... it's san francisco. you kind of expect a moment. unfortunately, dumpling time was incredibly underwhelming. lots of bland. i understand not every meal is going to be a home run, but wow, this was aggressively average. eating on the company's dime makes it sting a little less (our ceo would absolutely hate to hear this happened, lol), but still. the shrimp toast was truly interesting and delicious. the clear standout in my mind. the wagyu truffle gyoza though... truffle who? flavor where? very much lacking, especially for something that sounds so promising. the tom kha soup dumplings were also shockingly bland, which was the most disappointing part for me. the ambiance itself was laid back, which i did appreciate. overall: sad. not terrible, just forgettable. which somehow feels worse when you're expecting something special in sf.

Inside w large screen playing K POP music

BBQ Pork Bao

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Lamb Dumpling

Bao

4.3(449 reviews)

2.7 mi•Mission

It was a literal dark and stormy night so between squalls I geared up and headed down Guerrero…read moretoward 17th Street and swung down to Valencia for another perfect simple dining experience at Bao. I walked into the restaurant about 45 minutes before closing time at 9:30 PM and several other diners came in after I was seated. The unsettled weather made the people hungry for dumplings. Bao is warm and woody and serene on the inside, a great counterpoint to the bustle of Valencia at every hour. Upon entering there is a large window looking on to the kitchen prep area where culinary experts are often at work constructing the food diners later enjoy on their plates. Tonight a couple of wizards were in the process of making chicken potstickers. Even being vegetarian, just seeing how the dumplings and other items are made is like seeing secrets being shared. I love it and it sets the vibe for the restaurant. My order consisted of the steamed vegetarian buns and sautéed string beans. The buns come out beautifully presented and taste even better: the bun itself is just slightly sweet and that sweetness adds an amazing dimension to the chopped fresh vegetables inside. Can't tell you what any of these veggies are individually and I don't care, they are so good. Next came the sautéed string beans and the sear on the beans themselves was perfect and smoky and delicious. The crispness of the sautee makes the string beans a lovely pairing with the soft yummy of the steamed buns. Last came the sesame balls as a sweet meal ending. I love donuts and fresh-made sesame balls are similar to a donut hole just with a filling that is actually food and so sweetly tasty. The outer fry was crisp and the insides absolutely perfect. Three dishes, all fantastic, and I walk home happy and thankful to Bao for a great simple meal!

I love watching them make dumplings in the window. This is a great location on Valencia with some…read morenice outdoor seating. I love people-watching in the Mission! This is slightly more upscale Chinese/dumplings/dim sum than I'm used to (I usually go to Chinatown.) I like their - Steamed Sweet Red Bean Bao, Steamed Sweet Egg Custard Bao, (very Instagrammable and not overly-sweet.) - Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings. Pretty good - Sichuan Xiao Long Bao and Shanghai Xiao Long Bao: must-get! - shiu mai and har gow: my must-gets at any dumpling/dim sum place. Interior is polished and clean. Nice to bike to or go to before or after Dolores Park. Service is fine. I keep coming back!

Kitchen magic!

Spicy Won Ton (6)

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Sweet bao plate

House of Dim Sum

3.4(60 reviews)

3.1 mi•Mission

Quick and tasty spot. Came here to split a siu mai while waiting for my order from another spot…read more The cashier was super friendly and the food came out quickly. Heads up that this is mostly a takeaway spot and they only have 1-2 small tables. The siu mai was fairly big and I liked that the order came with a bunch of sauces- chili oil, soy sauce, and a hot sauce. As a big sauce fan, I appreciated the selection! I'll be back to try most of their selection.

I've only ordered dim sum from here through Too Good to Go (2g2g). Like their Chinatown location,…read moreI find the dim sum to be oily. But overall, it's good. The baked bbq pork buns are sweet with a decent amount of filling. The deep fried dumpling is plump, juicy, and crunchy. The shrimp and chive dumplings are my favorite. It's full of shrimp with a slightly thicker skin, which I think adds a nice chewiness. The veggie egg rolls were okay. I personally wouldn't order those, even if I was craving them. The spare ribs had a really nice savory flavor from the sauce. The egg tarts were okay. I need to note that these bags are leftovers from the day, so they're not as fresh. But they held up the next day so I was able to stretch 2 meals out of them. I can't comment on service since these bags are only for pick up. But they quickly provide the bags once the window open. And it's a small space, with maybe 2 tables. So this place is probably best for to-go orders. Their 2g2g bags have more variety than their Chinatown location. Not sure how many dim sum options there are in the Mission, but I would go here if I was in the area and craving a shrimp and chive dumpling.