I’m so excited to finally try the famous infamous Panda Express! It’s located at the food court at the shopping mall. I got the combo with white rice, broccoli, tofu and of course orange chicken. It was great just like what I imagined. Portion was perfect and satisfying. A great option for a quick meal in Downtown San Francisco.

Amazing cleanliness, speed, delicious food and gorgeous looking food - very appetizing. They work amazingly: quickly, politely! I knocked over the drink and the worker immediately cleaned up quickly and efficiently. Thanks for the service! I recommend.

Chinese Food Mountain for $15, definitely not a glorified panda express! The staff was sweet and hospitable, accommodating our needs! Will come back again to stuff myself 🥢

New Ming’s is my family’s favorite Chinese restaurant in SF of all time! I was in town for a week and I went there three times. 潮色豆腐 ie Tofu with Shrimp + Chicken is our favorite dish, but honestly every dish here is very good. This is an oasis in the middle of SOMA. The waitress is very kind and attentive. I’d highly recommend this to everyone.

After a long creatively fulfilling day at the MoMa, I found myself in Fang. The proximity was perfect, I found it through a food blog. Fang had a no pretentious, classy Chinese heritage vibe. Folks with large teams were enjoying themselves at the family share tables. I had the vegetarian fried dumplings and the vegetarian chow mein. The dumplings were crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. Whereas the chowmein came in a double-decker tealight heated bowl to retain the ambient temperature. The noodles were uniquely coated with a delicious spice accompanied with lettuce, asparagus, and broccoli. The comforting, tasty noodles hit the spot with subtle flavors!

Fast service and quick food, like many Chinese restaurants. But the food is downright amazing. Pork Buns and Crispy Honey Short Rib with Bok Choy are both top notch choices. Both crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Buns especial are soft and melt in your mouth. Ask for chili oil for a mild spice or chili sauce for a much spicier addition. Not cheap at about $60 for an app and entré for 1 person, but I could not finish it - plenty of food.

Great space south of Market to grab authentic spicy Chinese food. From the egg rolls and meat pies, hot and sour soup, or special al la carte dishes, it is just special. Try the spicy eggplant or tofu for sure, add either a beef or shrimp plate too!

Here’s Henry’s Hunan is a family-owned gem that brings the authentic flavors of their hometown to life with their spicy signature dishes. We visited as a group of 16, including 5 kids, and were fortunate to get a table on a busy holiday weekend. For many of us, this was our first time trying traditional Chinese vegetarian food, and it did not disappoint. The green tea was incredibly soothing and paired perfectly with our meal. We started with appetizers: the onion cake and spring rolls, which were delicious, though slightly on the oily side. For the main course, we tried a variety of dishes: • Chinese greens: Simple yet packed with flavor. • Vegetarian chow mein: Perfectly cooked noodles with a great balance of spices. • Vegetarian fried rice with tofu: Light yet satisfying. • Kung Pao Tofu: Spicy, flavorful, and a favorite among the group. • Sautéed eggplant: Melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The portions are generous, and the food tends to be spicy, so be sure to let them know if you prefer less heat. The staff were amazing—friendly, attentive, and helpful—which made the experience even more enjoyable. We’ll definitely be coming back!