Solid dim sum in the Castro at MaMa Ji's.

Hong Kong Lounge II is a Chinese spot in the Richmond ideal for eating all the dim sum in sight.

The Market Restaurant at China Live in Russian Hill serves an extensive menu of Chinese food in a large, loud dining room.

Head to Spices! in the Richmond for great spicy fried chicken and Sichuan specialties.

Lai Hong Lounge in Chinatown is an old-school banquet hall with solid dim sum that’s great for big groups.

San Tung is a Chinese restaurant in the Sunset with great chicken wings, but the entire menu is worth trying out.

Dumpling Specialist in the Sunset makes fantastic potstickers, pork buns, soup dumplings, and wonton in chili oil.

Yuanbao Jiaozi is our go-to spot for boiled dumplings in the Sunset.

Dumpling Home in Hayes Valley is a casual Chinese restaurant making fantastic xiao long bao.

Pineapple King makes excellent pineapple buns and is one of the best bakeries in the Sunset.

Hon’s Wun-Tun House is a Chinatown fixture for wonton soup.

Empress by Boon is an upscale Cantonese restaurant in Chinatown that feels like an exclusive club you actually want to go to.

R&G Lounge is a popular Chinatown spot for seafood.

Hong Kong Clay Pot Restaurant in Chinatown specializes in Cantonese clay pot dishes.

Yuet Lee is a Chinatown staple for late night eats.

Hunan Home’s Restaurant is a laid-back Chinatown establishment.