Far East Cafe
Far East Cafe
food
food, oysters, shellfish, oysters and mussels, mussels
Welcome sign to China Town!
food
interior
a clock hanging from the ceiling
And a picture of the a Chinese-like tower near the entrance to China Town, looking back up the street.
A far away photo of this restaurant.
So cool
interior
Menu 5/17 - August 2023 - VN
interior
The place - VN
Private booth
outside
Beef Chiw Fun
CM6. Barbecued Pork Chow Mein
food
sushi and sashimi, interior
Menu 6/17 - August 2023 - VN
Binky P.
Dec 7, 2024
Right outside the restaurant was a man in red who greeted us and led us into the restaurant. First impression as we walked in? Wow! Place felt grand. Its was red everywhere with some really huge vintage-looking chandeliers . We also noticed a few curtained-off dining sections which appear to cater to guests who don't want to be seen or seen. Place don't look too busy at 7:30 pm but it picked up after 8 pm. We ate in the main restaurant section. We just ordered Yang Chow Fried rice which did not disappoint. Also ordered their pork dumplings which were huge and tasted good. The menu was extensive and featured a few photos in it. Prices seem reasonable. Service was fast and efficient. Wait staff was comprised of older men who I assumed have been working there since the restaurant opened. All in all, a pleasant experience for us.
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Jethro B.
Feb 4, 2025
This is one of the oldest restaurants in SF's Chinatown, and has a very nice atmosphere, including booths with curtains (which apparently must be reserved at least a day in advance - we requested one of the many empty booths, and were told they were by reservation only). Very nice and attentive service.My wife and I shared a few dishes, including sizzling rice soup, almond pressed duck (which I know is touristy, but I like it occasionally), and beef chow fun. They were all OK, but not particularly memorable.Prices were fair for this kind of restaurant.Because of the history and atmosphere, we might well give it another try, and you may at least want to stop by for a drink.
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Heliana M.
Dec 9, 2024
Just came here on Friday for the school field trip with the kids. Lunch was fixed and family style. For 5 adults and 5 kids we actually polished all the fixed plates which was:- egg rolls- beef broccoli- veg noodle- veg egg Fried rice- orange chickenI feel food was bit less although many of the other tables had leftovers so perhaps we were just a table with good eaters. Food overall was OK. Quite bland honestly not the typical Chinese food we are used to but perhaps they keep it like that since kids are eating? Not sure. I wouldn't return on my own but it worked out for the trip since it is spacious and ample family style tables and clean bathrooms upstairs.
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Stavros T.
Mar 1, 2025
The food was absolutely delicious. I loved the ambiance and the service was top tier. I came as a visitor from Houston and I was treated so well. I can't wait to tell my friends and family about my great experience there with the delicious FRESH food that was prepared.
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Carolina S.
Feb 15, 2025
A slice of Old SF Chinatown, complete with nostalgia, history, and great ambiance. I was born and raised here, and to me, any trip to the city is not complete without a stop in Far East Cafe. I greatly mourn the loss of "The Empress of China" restaurant, but this landmark is still here, and very much deserving of your time if you are visiting SF Chinatown. Founded in 1920, and now over 100 years old this place embodies some of the kind of glorious faded glamour that Chinatown used to be known for. I could imagine the rat pack being right at home amongst all of this "old school" cool. My tip: get yourself a romantic curtained booth table for 2 and come for a very classy and quintessentially SF dinner and drinks.
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Amy R.
Dec 23, 2024
Great food served family style like how it should be! Family and I had shared the Hunan Chicken, Roasted Duck, egg flower soup, and pot stickers. We also shared some oolong tea which was very delicious. Decent service and good atmosphere and ambiance that's inviting for tourists. Would definitely eat here again!
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Chris R.
Sep 14, 2024
Came here after the mid autumn festival service here is pretty quick.Only downfall was that we didn't get the water until we had to ask for it. The ambience feels like a Chinese restaurant very packed and it was very loud because there was a big group or family that was eating dinner here after the mid autumn festival. My girlfriend ordered the chicken chow mein, Chinese broccoli and sweet-and-sour chicken with a side order of rice which came out to a total of $70
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Megan E.
Feb 17, 2025
I ordered the Far East special and was able to swap the soup to eggdrop. It was delicious. The fried prawns and spare ribs were wonderful too. All the waiters were very attentive to us and cleared our plates quickly. The inside is very well decorated. I really liked the intricate chandeliers they had. Overall, a wonderful spot to have dinner and rest our feet for a bit.
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Taelor P.
Nov 11, 2024
I've been to SF's Chinatown plenty of times but I never tried this place before. And I was not disappointed AT ALL!!! The service was great! The soup with fried wontons was amazing!!! literally still thinking about it. I ordered the chicken fried rice, and tried some of my boyfriend's beef and veggies plate, along with some yummy chow mein my friend ordered. And ended the meal with fortune cookies. I'll definitely come back again when i'm in SF! And if you're visiting or live in SF check it out!
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Ruby T.
Jul 18, 2024
One off the last banquet halls in SF Chinatown. Authentic old world decor and charm. Cantonese food with a large menu. Used for weddings, baby parties and community events. Room for dancing and entertainment upstairs. Food is authentic for banquet meals and also good for everyday meals. Sorry no photos.
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