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Chinatown fixture serving Cantonese & Sichuan dishes accompanied by old-school Oriental decor.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 4–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 631 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA 94108
Phone: (415) 982-3245
Website: https://www.fareastcafesf.com/
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Reviews
Natalia Arditi
I highly recommend this restaurant! My friend and I had a wonderful dining experience there. The ambiance is rich with history, featuring charming, unique decorations that add to its character. Our waiter was incredibly attentive and courteous, enhancing our visit. The food was not only delicious but also fresh. We ended up ordering a bit too much, but the leftovers we took home were just as tasty the next day! It’s definitely a place I look forward to revisiting.
… moreDana
The restaurant is large. The interior is outdated, not very clean. The service is attentive and friendly. The order was brought quickly. No napkins on the tables. The dishes are delicious. We ordered sweet pork, Mongolian beef, spicy shrimp, eggplant. I would recommend visiting, but keep in mind that the price is above average.
… moreJoseph Klee
You can feel the history in this restaurant—awe-inspiring ambiance and kind, attentive dinner service—a truly memorable Chinatown experience in San Francisco.
… moreJohanna Anderson
Ignore the negative reviews, this place was wonderful. We actually overheard the concierge at our hotel recommending it to another guest, and when our kids started complaining of hunger while exploring Chinatown, we decided to stop in for a quick bite before our early Thanksgiving dinner.
The service was incredible. The moment we walked in, we were greeted by (what I assume was) the manager, who was so kind and immediately had iced water brought over for my demanding spicy 4-year-old.
Our server came right away to take our order, not pushy at all, just genuinely warm. Even when my daughter flipped out about the lemon chicken I ordered for her, he handled it so sweetly and reassured her she could just have the rice.
Our food arrived quickly and was delicious. We ordered lemon chicken with steamed rice for the kids, and my husband and I shared the chicken fried rice. Everything was really good, and the prices were exactly what you’d expect at a solid restaurant, not overpriced at all.
The interior decor is also beautiful, with ornate lanterns and lots of lovely little details that make the space feel special.
Huge thank you to the amazing staff for such a great meal and experience. Highly recommend stopping in if you’re in the area!
… moreThe service was incredible. The moment we walked in, we were greeted by (what I assume was) the manager, who was so kind and immediately had iced water brought over for my demanding spicy 4-year-old.
Our server came right away to take our order, not pushy at all, just genuinely warm. Even when my daughter flipped out about the lemon chicken I ordered for her, he handled it so sweetly and reassured her she could just have the rice.
Our food arrived quickly and was delicious. We ordered lemon chicken with steamed rice for the kids, and my husband and I shared the chicken fried rice. Everything was really good, and the prices were exactly what you’d expect at a solid restaurant, not overpriced at all.
The interior decor is also beautiful, with ornate lanterns and lots of lovely little details that make the space feel special.
Huge thank you to the amazing staff for such a great meal and experience. Highly recommend stopping in if you’re in the area!
tera simon
The details and atmosphere are stunning. From century old chandeliers and murals to crown molding and vibrant colors, this restaurant will have you immersed in culture.
We stopped in for drinks. The host was so knowledgeable about the history of the restaurant and kept us informed and entertained.
… moreWe stopped in for drinks. The host was so knowledgeable about the history of the restaurant and kept us informed and entertained.
Hannah Illsley
Very mixed feelings about this place. We came here quite late mid week and were begrudgingly shown to a table by the male host. The waitress who took our drinks order was quite short & blunt, as was the man that took our food order (which we had a considerable wait for). I do wonder if this is a language barrier but it wasn’t warm/friendly or welcoming in the slightest.
As we were eating late we shared a fried rice and a sweet & sour chicken. The food was delicious! Huge portion sizes and really reasonably priced too (especially for San Francisco).
The restaurant had a sort of weird vibe, hard to explain and they had 2 large, very sad looking fish tanks at the end by the kitchen. I wish I’d taken a photo but they really didn’t look clean. This put us off ordering any seafood, especially since the sign outside advertises this place as a seafood restaurant.
I don’t think we’d return here to eat inside, however a takeaway meal would definitely be considered!
… moreAs we were eating late we shared a fried rice and a sweet & sour chicken. The food was delicious! Huge portion sizes and really reasonably priced too (especially for San Francisco).
The restaurant had a sort of weird vibe, hard to explain and they had 2 large, very sad looking fish tanks at the end by the kitchen. I wish I’d taken a photo but they really didn’t look clean. This put us off ordering any seafood, especially since the sign outside advertises this place as a seafood restaurant.
I don’t think we’d return here to eat inside, however a takeaway meal would definitely be considered!
Chef Tony
I had family in town and they wanted to visit Chinatown and have lunch. So we came to this place and decided to try it out. Service was great, food was OK, what was a disappointment was the bill because they added the tip for 4 people. But it’s ok because i would have left more than what was on the bill.
… moreLynn E
This is the oldest continuously operating restaurant in Chinatown and has kept the original look in the main dining room, which includes several private dining nook suitable for up to 6 people. Staff is very friendly and helpful and the food is usually very good. I recommend the chicken wings and hot and sour soup especially.
… moreJIM SALINAS
I am accustomed to eating in every 4 and 5 star restaurant in San Francisco for the last 25 years, almost 7 days a week, and so I am always given the red carpet treatment and VIP treatment. But I have to say the staff here I’ll do themselves.We were given a private booth so that we could talk about everything that was important to us without feeling that we had prying ears. This is the oldest restaurant in chinatown first restaurant and oldest restaurant and it is the reason why mayors and elected officials of the city prefer to have their functions and their little meetings here because this is where everyone finds the pulse of the city. The staff made sure that we had everything on the menu to our hearts desire. I am so appreciative and cannot wait to get back here.
… moreJosh Stoneman
Amazing old-school Chinese restaurant. Great vibes and great food.
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