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Ying Hui Chinese Restaurant 0

Ying Hui Chinese Restaurant

90reviews

A non descript neighborhood Chinese restaurant near the intersection of Geneva and Mission, Ying Hui offers a broad selection of low priced Cantonese food. Located in front of the bus stop near a gritty intersection, Ying Hui isn't a great dining destination but for those in the know, and those in the neighborhood know, this restaurant offers good food at low prices. A popular item is their roast duck. It looks like they use fresh and not frozen ducks for roasting. It is apparent when you eat it. Currently a roast duck is $20 Call and Order ahead on the phone and have someone drive you over there to pick up. Take it home (whole), heat it back up in an oven to crisp the skin and then cut it up Chinese style into bite size pieces. It's worth the effort . Their roast pork is delicious too.

I hate to write a bad review since so many restaurants in SF closed and went through the pandemic, but I left this restaurant feeling very upset and angry after having lunch here with my parents and aunt. I ordered the medium clay pot with chicken and mushroom, cauliflowers with pork belly, and beef rice roll. They gave us complimentary tea which is nice, but no food came out until 20 minutes later after we complained. She said the clay pot normally would take at least 30 minutes, but because ours is medium size, then they need more time. She didn't warn us about the time when I ordered and nothing was stated on the menu about how long it'll take. I said what about the other food. Then she bought out the beef rice rolls. It was yummy but not what I expected. I expected the dim sum style which is wider and thicker, but these are the skinny kind with 4 long rolls. The cauliflowers with pork belly was too salty with too much soy sauce added. The clay pot finally came out, but the rice was still kind of hard and I saw redness on the chicken. I complained angrily so the waitress brought it back in to cook longer but with no apology. Thank God I have sharp eyes and realized it was undercooked, or else we could've gotten foodborne illness. After 15 more mins, the clay pot came back out and this time it was yummy. By then we were already there for 1 hours 45 minutes. We were not in a rush today, but they should've written on the menu that the medium clay pot can take up to 45 minutes to cook. At other restaurants I've been to, usually they prep it beforehand so it would only take 15 minutes. But here everything is done from scratch so it took a really long time. At the end, I left the minimum tip 10% due to my frustration but the waitress still had the audacity to complain that my tip was low. I'm definitely not coming back though after the poor service, undercooked clay pot, and overly salty vegetables. Also, they left the door open the whole time probably due to being Covid cautious, but no one closed it even when there was a guy outside smoking. We complained about the cigarette smell, but no one did anything about it. The only thing that’s nice about this restaurant is there are 2 restrooms on the first floor with no stairs so it’s easily accessible for my aunt who is on a wheelchair.

Golden Wok 0

Golden Wok

108reviews

Food is decent, portions are great. Typical Chinese hole in the wall. Some dishes are a bit saltier than I prefer. They don't give receipts so keep that in mind if you need one for reimbursement. I keep coming back because I live nearby and is great when I'm feeling lazy to cook dinner. The salt and pepper prawns are probably my favorite dish here so far.

This restaurant is the hero of the area. Not much in Oceanside is open late, but being open until 2am and serving up great and satisfying Chinese food quickly is about as much as I could ever ask for. The Spicy House Chow Mein and Chicken Chow Fun are fantastic, and service is always quick so expect fast turnaround on delivery orders. I would tell my Grandma to order from here.

Fang Yuan Kitchen 0

Fang Yuan Kitchen

6reviews

Pan Fried Pork Dumplings were mediocre and service wasn’t that great.

Did not open when it was the business time.

Panda Express 0

Panda Express

272reviews

Tasty fast food in a mediocre environment with ok service. Not cheap for what you get compared to small business Chinese food.

Services was fast with a lot of choices. I like that they let you try a few items and not rush you through the line. will eat here again nice staff.

Imperial Palace 0

Imperial Palace

120reviews

I visited as a tourist and even though they were close to closing our server welcomed us in. He was very kind and suggested items from the menu. Our food came out hot and had lots of flavor. They did not rush us and let us enjoy our dinner. I had a positive experience here and was probably one of the most welcoming restaurants we visited during our trip to San Fransico.

I typically refrain from leaving negative reviews, but after my recent experience, I feel compelled to share my concerns in hopes that others can avoid the same treatment I endured. Unfortunately, my experience with the service at this establishment was deeply disappointing. The servers were not only unprofessional but also dismissive and condescending. When an order was forgotten, instead of taking responsibility, the staff accused me of lying and attempting to get "free food." I found this accusation both shocking and uncalled for, and it significantly impacted my perception of the restaurant. As someone who values the local community, I would not want tourists or visitors to have their experience in Chinatown marred by such negative interactions. There are many wonderful dining options in the area that offer both excellent food and respectful customer service. I would strongly encourage others to explore those alternatives. Given my experience, I cannot in good conscience recommend this place to anyone. It’s unfortunate that a place with so much potential has such a poor approach to customer service. I hope this feedback helps others make an informed decision.

Beijing 49er 0

Beijing 49er

91reviews

The place is in a Grand Opening and on the second floor of the building. If you have any difficulty with stairs or require help the restaurant is worth the climb to eat. The atmosphere is quite with lots of pictures from the last century on the walls, very enjoyable to look at and appreciate the history of China Town. I'm definitely recommending eating here. There was three of us eating. We had the San Francisco special which was $25.00 per person. The quality and the quantity is well worth the price. There is a parking garage across the street from the restaurant for easy walking.

Enjoyed all of our appetizers. Restaurant on second floor of building and the stairs are steep. Lunch was good.

Koi Palace Express 0

Koi Palace Express

200reviews

If you’re looking for delicious food at San Francisco Airport, Koi Palace is a fantastic choice! Their menu has a great variety of options, so no matter what you’re craving, you’ll find something that hits the spot. The food here is truly amazing. The flavors are rich, fresh, and perfectly balanced. My personal favorite is the shrimp fried rice—it’s absolutely delicious! The rice is cooked just right, the shrimp are juicy and flavorful, and every bite is packed with that classic, comforting taste you’d expect from top-notch Chinese cuisine. One of the best things about Koi Palace is their on-the-line choice menu, making it super easy to grab something quick without sacrificing quality. Whether you’re in the mood for dim sum, noodles, chicken or a hearty rice dish, they have something for everyone. If you’re passing through SFO and want a meal that actually tastes great (not just airport food), Koi Palace is definitely worth a stop.

Most of the Koi Palace Express I have tried weren't very good, but this one inside San Francisco International Airport is the worst. I don't know why Koi Palace would allow such a lowest food quality fast-food restaurant to be part of its business or use the name Koi Palace. The food I tried before was not good. This time, it's worse! I’m sure this is my last time eating at this Koi Palace Express.

Koi Palace Express 0

Koi Palace Express

48reviews

Honestly a disappointing experience even for airport chinrse food. I guarantee you it looks better than it tastes. I had the lo mein, vegetables and orange chicken. The lo mein was the pinnacle of the dish. However the oily noodles left desire in my heart and a coating on my mouth. The vegetables were decently steamed but overall I would describe them as wet and tasteless. The orange chicken had a bitter element that I would say nearly ruined the dining experience. The chicken itself was tough and overdone. Honestly, it was food. It was edible but I don't think even given the choice between this and whatever was at a kiosk, I'd go kiosk. This was just purely not a good attempt at this type of Chinese food. Staff was prompt and polite.

The food here is old and stale. The chicken is so dry and hard. Made me so sad because we’re in this airport for 3 more hours 😭

spicy & cloud restaurant 0

spicy & cloud restaurant

0reviews

Honestly a disappointing experience even for airport chinrse food. I guarantee you it looks better than it tastes. I had the lo mein, vegetables and orange chicken. The lo mein was the pinnacle of the dish. However the oily noodles left desire in my heart and a coating on my mouth. The vegetables were decently steamed but overall I would describe them as wet and tasteless. The orange chicken had a bitter element that I would say nearly ruined the dining experience. The chicken itself was tough and overdone. Honestly, it was food. It was edible but I don't think even given the choice between this and whatever was at a kiosk, I'd go kiosk. This was just purely not a good attempt at this type of Chinese food. Staff was prompt and polite.

The food here is old and stale. The chicken is so dry and hard. Made me so sad because we’re in this airport for 3 more hours 😭

Xiang House 0

Xiang House

0reviews

Honestly a disappointing experience even for airport chinrse food. I guarantee you it looks better than it tastes. I had the lo mein, vegetables and orange chicken. The lo mein was the pinnacle of the dish. However the oily noodles left desire in my heart and a coating on my mouth. The vegetables were decently steamed but overall I would describe them as wet and tasteless. The orange chicken had a bitter element that I would say nearly ruined the dining experience. The chicken itself was tough and overdone. Honestly, it was food. It was edible but I don't think even given the choice between this and whatever was at a kiosk, I'd go kiosk. This was just purely not a good attempt at this type of Chinese food. Staff was prompt and polite.

The food here is old and stale. The chicken is so dry and hard. Made me so sad because we’re in this airport for 3 more hours 😭

Lucky bento fried chicken 0

Lucky bento fried chicken

0reviews

Honestly a disappointing experience even for airport chinrse food. I guarantee you it looks better than it tastes. I had the lo mein, vegetables and orange chicken. The lo mein was the pinnacle of the dish. However the oily noodles left desire in my heart and a coating on my mouth. The vegetables were decently steamed but overall I would describe them as wet and tasteless. The orange chicken had a bitter element that I would say nearly ruined the dining experience. The chicken itself was tough and overdone. Honestly, it was food. It was edible but I don't think even given the choice between this and whatever was at a kiosk, I'd go kiosk. This was just purely not a good attempt at this type of Chinese food. Staff was prompt and polite.

The food here is old and stale. The chicken is so dry and hard. Made me so sad because we’re in this airport for 3 more hours 😭

Bao Bao Dumpling

1reviews

Shanghai’s famous pan-fried buns 上海生煎包have finally landed in SF! The spot used to be “Old Shanghai Restaurant,老上海” now called “Baobao Dumpling” 杨生煎— same owner, location, fresh new look with a clean and modern vibe. I always get the pan fry bun, wontons soup, and Xiao long Bao, plus other small dishes… Their service also excellent! Very friendly, and attention to details! Thanks!