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Golden China - Reviews
1612 Ocean Ave, 94112 San Francisco
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Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Quick Meal
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
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Terrible Lunch Special
I ordered the lunch special, which included Prawn, Scallops, Squid, and Bok Choy over rice. Unfortunately, my experience was very bad. The food was extremely disappointing.
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- Prawn, Scallops, squid and Bok Choy over rice1
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Food Exploration
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- Solo Dinner
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
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Best Food, Great People, Casual Vibe
While not a place for glamor dining, my experience was fantastic! The food was the absolute best, and the people were very nice, enjoying a great meal. I was served massive plates with excellent taste.
The atmosphere was rated a 5, and the service was also a 5. It was quiet and easy to talk, making for a pleasant dining experience.
- food10
- people9
- massive plates9
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
10
Amazing Owner, Incredible Experience!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic, largely due to the owner/main cook. I've known her for over 15 years, and she is truly amazing at what she does. She's also an incredibly sweet woman.
The service, atmosphere, and food all received a perfect 5/5 rating, reflecting an overall exceptional visit.
- owner10
- food10
- service10
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- Regular Visit
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- Family
Group Size
- Small Group
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- Dine-in
9
Like Eating at Home
We come here every week to support this family business. It truly feels like eating at home. The food is good and the price is reasonable.
- family business9
- food8
- price8
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Neighborhood Favorite with Delicious Choices
This place has always been a neighborhood favorite. The service was great, and there were many delicious choices to choose from. We will definitely be back!
- neighborhood favorite9
- service9
- delicious choices9
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
10
Incredible Food and Atmosphere!
My experience at this restaurant was incredible! The food was amazing, and the atmosphere was also rated a perfect 5. The service was equally impressive, receiving a 5-star rating as well.
I also heard that the owner's son drives a sweet Japanese sports car, which is a fun little detail!
- food10
- atmosphere10
- service10
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- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Delicious Food, Negligible Ambiance
My experience at this restaurant was centered around the incredible food. While the ambiance was not a strong point (rated 2/5), the food truly shone (rated 5/5). I particularly enjoyed the chicken fried rice with salted fish, the snow pea leaves in garlic sauce, and the bitter melon with beef in garlic and black bean sauce.
The shrimp and vegetables with stir fried noodles were also very good. Over five months of dining here, I've never had a dish I didn't like. The same couple has been running the place for over 35 years, which speaks to their dedication.
- chicken fried rice9
- snow pea leaves9
- bitter melon9
- ambiance2
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- Family Dinner
Group Type
- Family
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Great Food, Small but Awesome Place
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! Despite being a small place, everything about it was awesome. My family loves this place, and I can see why.
The food was truly great.
- food9
- small place8
- everything9
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Takeout
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
10
Best Chinese Food Around!
Hands down, this is the best Chinese food I've ever had. It's my go-to place whenever I'm nearby. I particularly enjoy their vegetable fried rice because they chop up chunks of vegetables instead of the tiny diced pieces other places use.
The quality is real, the service is fast, and the prices are fair. I've found the best cook here. You've gotta try it!
- best Chinese food10
- vegetable fried rice9
- quality9
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Delicious Food, Worth the Wait
My first visit to this restaurant was a delightful experience. I learned from another diner that the hot and sour soup is a must-try, and it truly lived up to the hype – "nobody else make it like they do! " I also sampled the Mongolian lamb, Sichuan eggplant, garlic spinach, and General's chicken.
All dishes were prepared fresh, made to order, and absolutely delicious. I will definitely be returning!
- hot and sour soup10
- Mongolian lamb9
- Sichuan eggplant9
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