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China Live, San Francisco, CA

China Live

4.7
4.7
3198 Reviews
$30 and under
Chinese
A photo of China Live restaurant

China Live

4.7
$30 and under
Chinese
Chinatown

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 90 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
China Live, Eater's "Restaurant of the Year," features fresh, seasonal Chinese cuisine cooked from specialized stations that merge traditional Chinese and Western culinary equipment. Our main dining area, with views of our exhibition kitchens, plays centerpiece, appointed with chairs and tables all handcrafted in China from reclaimed Chinese elm. We also offer outside dining.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian, Sichuan
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 788-8188
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    George Chen
  • Catering
    We offer delivery via multiple Delivery Services (i.e. DoorDash, Caviar, GrubHub, etc), plus Zesty & Moby Dish. If interested in learning more please email events@chinalivesf.com
  • Private party facilities
    China Live can host everything from intimate parties of 10 people to large reception-style events for up to 825 with multiple sensory experiences.
  • Neighborhood
    Chinatown
  • Cross street
    Stockton & Grant
  • Parking details
    In addition to Street Parking, there are also several public parking options: North Beach Public Parking @ 735 Vallejo St. and Vallejo Parking Garage @ 766 Vallejo St.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,198 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
China Live offers an "amazing" dining experience in San Francisco's Chinatown with a vibrant atmosphere and delicious food. Guests rave about the "unique and delicious" menu, highlighting dishes like Peking duck and dumplings. The service is "excellent," making it a "must visit" for anyone in the area, despite some noise concerns.

3,198 Reviews
  1. Sasha

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was phenomenal, and I went with picky eaters! We all loved it. It was crowded and noisy which was fun (but too loud for my dad who wears hearing aids).

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  2. Rudy

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A variety of delightful dishes. Loved the Singaporean chicken wings and the Hong Kong noodles. Tasty cocktails. Superb, enthusiastic service.

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  3. William

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The host stand was very accommodating and friendly, we requested to move tables once we got sat and they were able to move us without a fuss. Our server, Sarah, was incredible, attentive, and sweet. The dishes were also fantastic.

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  4. Matthew

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    A little too loud. Difficult to even order without shouting. Unable to really have a conversation with our table party.

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  5. JoyC

    Charlotte

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing, especially the dumplings and fried rice. Lively atmosphere and fun menu! A little loud but would return!

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  6. Anjala

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic!!! I had booked this a month ago for 8 for a business event. We ended up with 11 and the hostess was so gracious and did her magic and fitted us in. We had brilliant service and the food was absolutely the best I have had in CA. Every guest enjoyed their meal and were still talking about it the next day!! Thankyou for such a great experience

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  7. Thomas

    San Francisco

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious dishes. Many to choose from. Nice and modern decor.

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  8. Bill

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Delicious Delicious Service was impeccable! Can’t wait to go back.

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  9. Maura

    Los Angeles

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was excellent and unusual, at least to us. The dumplings were terrific, and the eggplant was stellar. Scallops were good, as was the Peking duck. Service was generally good but a bit off on timing as Chinalive was packed. We had reserved a table but were squeezed into a bar seat - would have been nice if we'd known that in advance. I would happily go back, but would try to avoid the busiest hours if possible.

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  10. Ming

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down the single best combo of authentic Chinese favorites executed at a high level and CA modern lively ambiance. Noteworthy: XLB and pan fried baos are juicy, Peking duck pockets are genius, all veggies are charred to perfection, and Kung Pao Chicken with the pasilla pepper twist is an unexpected delight. Ingredients, execution and atmosphere are all impressive. And the attached store has their tasty condiments and highest quality tea leaves you can find. Just go!

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FAQs

China Live does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats.

China Live is rated 4.7 stars by 3198 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of China Live restaurant

China Live

4.7
$30 and under
Chinese
Chinatown

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 90 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for China Live

644 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stockton & Grant
  • Neighborhood
    Chinatown
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Asian, Sichuan
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    In addition to Street Parking, there are also several public parking options: North Beach Public Parking @ 735 Vallejo St. and Vallejo Parking Garage @ 766 Vallejo St.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    George Chen
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (415) 788-8188
  • Catering
    We offer delivery via multiple Delivery Services (i.e. DoorDash, Caviar, GrubHub, etc), plus Zesty & Moby Dish. If interested in learning more please email events@chinalivesf.com
  • Private party facilities
    China Live can host everything from intimate parties of 10 people to large reception-style events for up to 825 with multiple sensory experiences.
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