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Peking at a glance
San Francisco Golden Gate Heights
- 🥡 Chinese Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $31–$40
mentioned by 15 of the guests
#1981 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#201 Chinese Restaurant out of 276 in San Francisco
Good
6.5 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
108
Reviews
65.7%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Authentic food
- Friendly service
- Fair pricing
Frequently criticized
- Inconsistent food
- Slow service
- Dated interior
The restaurant, Peking, is a welcoming Chinese restaurant nestled in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Heights neighborhood. You’ll find a casual and quiet atmosphere perfect for a relaxed meal.
Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a full dinner, this spot offers a range of delicious options, including small plates and vegetarian choices. It’s an ideal place to enjoy authentic flavors in a comfortable setting.
Overview: Introducting Peking
Peking offers a mixed experience, with many guests praising its delicious food and the friendly personal who ensure you’re accommodated . The atmosphere is often described as family oriented , making it a comfortable spot for a casual meal.
However, some diners have noted issues with food consistency, occasionally finding dishes bland or experiencing long waits. The interior could also use some attention, as certain areas have been described as needing work, despite some finding reasonable prices .
Good
6.5
out of 10
108
Reviews
65.7%
Satisfaction
30
negative
7
neutral
71
positive
Peking achieves an overall Restaurant Score of 6.5 out of 10, placing it in the average category, while customer satisfaction sits at a mixed 65.7%. This assessment is drawn from 108 customer observations, with 71 positive and 30 negative remarks shaping the picture.
Looking closer, Service (6.8) and Food (6.6) are its stronger points, both scoring just above average. However, Ambience (5.6) is squarely average, and Value (4.7) falls below average, indicating areas that could benefit from improvement.
What people like
- Authentic, delicious food
- Friendly, helpful service
- Fair pricing
What people don't like
- Inconsistent food quality
- Slow service
- Dated interior
If you prioritize authentic Chinese food and a welcoming service experience, Peking could be a worthwhile stop. The Recommendation Score of 6.7 suggests it generally delivers on its core offerings, especially if you know what to order.
However, be prepared for potential inconsistencies in dish quality and service speed, and don’t expect a modern dining room. It’s a place that might satisfy a specific craving but could disappoint if you’re seeking a consistently polished experience.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Peking
Food (6.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 96% of the guests
When it comes to the food, this spot generally hits the mark, with a score of 6.6 and customer satisfaction at 69.2%, showing a solid average performance thats nearly good. Based on 45 positive remarks out of 65 total, many praised the extensive menu, delicious mango beef, and various dumplings. The authentic Chinese food, especially the Southeastern style, also received high marks.
However, its not all perfect, as 16 negative comments pointed out some areas for improvement. Some found the food bland or tasteless, with concerns about frozen, pre-prepped items and a general lack of seasoning. A few even mentioned a foul smell, and dishes like sesame chicken were criticized for being mostly breading.
Food
65
Reviews
69%
Satisfaction
16
negative
4
neutral
45
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Extensive menu
- Authentic Chinese food
- Delicious specialties
What people don't like
- Bland food
- Frozen items
- Inconsistent quality
Often praised
- foodthe food is delicious!
- menuI specialize items to be heavier on the vegetable side and am always accommodated. The menu is classic with all your favorites listed.
- hot teaThe menu is extensive, offering a big selection of interesting dishes featuring various meats like beef, lamb, and pork, as well as fish, seafood, and vegetarian options. The service was good, and they provided complimentary hot tea. I tried the mango beef, which was excellent, along with some dumplings and pot stickers, which were also good.
- Cantonese foodGreat local Cantonese food place
- Chinese restaurantbest Chinese restaurant in the sunset
- Hot N Sour soupHot N sour soup - Very good flavor
- Southeastern styleMy experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I enjoyed authentic Chinese food, which was surprisingly Southeastern style despite the name 'Peking Restaurant'. The service was super good, and I felt it was worth every penny I paid.
- Tan tan noodlesTan tan noodles - very good
- Wasabi cold noodlesWasabi cold noodles- great flavor
- authentic Chinese foodenjoyed authentic Chinese food
Frequently criticized
- foodOur food took awhile to come out.
- BBQ Spareribsmicrowaved to hardness (ribs)
- Beef and mushroomBeef and mushroom, It was bland and tasteless
- Peking duckWanted Peking duck. Unfortunately now you have to order
- Pot StickersPot stickers were thin and chewy, very disappointing
- Vegetable Chow Meinspaghetti like chow mein with sparse canned mushrooms and an overcooked piece of bok choy
- Vegetarian tofu and eggplantVegetarian tofu and eggplant, It was bland and tasteless
- beerswe ordered beers but it never came.
- cashew chickenThe cashew chicken was so bad we couldn’t eat it
- foul smellThe two entrees both had a foul smell
If youre after an extensive menu with authentic Chinese options, this spot is worth a try, especially for dishes like mango beef and dumplings. Just be mindful that some items might be a bit bland or pre-prepped. Stick to the highlights, and youll likely enjoy your meal.
Service (6.8 out of 10)
mentioned by 74% of the guests
When it comes to service, many diners have had some truly lovely experiences here. With 20 positive remarks out of 29 total, youll often encounter friendly personal and gracious workers who welcome you with a warm smile and are happy to get you accommodated. The overall score for service sits at a respectable 6.8, indicating a generally good experience.
However, its not all sunshine and smiles, as customer satisfaction hovers at 69%, suggesting a mixed bag for some. A few folks have reported a significant wait for food, with slow service being a recurring theme. Issues like not getting water refilled and a lack of explanation or apology for delays have left some feeling a bit neglected.
Service
29
Reviews
69%
Satisfaction
8
negative
1
neutral
20
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Accommodating requests
- Warm welcome
What people don't like
- Slow service
- Long food waits
- Lack attention
Often praised
- servicethe service and workers here are gracious
- peopleThe people here are very kind
- Chinese menuAsk for the Chinese meun not the American meun
- Pick Up or Deliverymy experiences have always been great
- accommodatedam always accommodated
- friendlyThey were very friendly
- friendly personalfriendly personal
- ownerAsk the owner if you don't see something on the meun
- phone orderPlaced an order on the phone and picked up the food within 20 minutes
- tableEasy to get a table
Frequently criticized
- serviceService is near non-existent
- cook smokingsaw the cook smoking a cigarette, which was dangling over the wok
- explanation or apologyNo explanation or apology for the long wait
- order a whole day aheadnow you have to order a whole day ahead
- other party's dishesthe other party had some of their dishes served to them before ours
- wait for foodour food took inexcusably loooong to arrive
- water refilledCouldn't even get my water refilled
If youre looking for a place with genuinely kind and accommodating staff, youll likely be pleased. Just be prepared for the possibility of a longer wait for your food, especially during busy times, as service can sometimes be slow.
Ambience (5.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 22% of the guests
When it comes to the vibe, this spot has some charm! Many folks, based on 4 positive remarks, found it a nice, quaint, and unassuming place, brightened up by a bunch of flowers. Its often described as family-oriented, making it easy to get a table.
Overall, the ambience scores an 5.6, landing it in the average range. However, its not all sunshine and roses. With 3 negative observations, some customers felt the interior needs a good refresh.
Specific concerns included very dirty carpets and jars that were quite sticky to the touch. This contributes to a customer satisfaction of 50%, indicating a mixed bag for the overall atmosphere.
Ambience
8
Reviews
50%
Satisfaction
3
negative
1
neutral
4
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Family-oriented atmosphere
- Quaint, unassuming place
- Flowers brighten space
What people don't like
- Dirty carpets
- Sticky jars
- Interior needs work
Often praised
- family orientedIt's easy to get a table because they do a lot of takeout. The service is very friendly and the atmosphere is family oriented. You won't be disappointed.
- flowersbunch of flowers around which brightened it up a bit
- nice placenice place that is in business for a long time
- placeThe place is quaint, unassuming
Frequently criticized
- carpetsvery dirty carpets
- interiorThe interior needs some work
- jarsthe jars were all quite sticky to the touch
So, if youre looking for a casual, family-friendly spot with some quaint charm and dont mind a few rough edges, this place might be worth a visit. However, if a pristine and perfectly maintained interior is a must-have for you, you might find yourself a bit disappointed.
Value (4.7 out of 10)
mentioned by 22% of the guests
It seems like the value here is a bit of a mixed bag, with some guests feeling they got their money's worth. Based on 2 positive opinions, some found the prices to be quite reasonable, even declaring it was worth every penny they paid. However, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment, with a customer satisfaction of only 33.3% and a score of 4.7, which is considered poor to average.
Out of 3 negative opinions, many felt the food was overpriced and regretted wasting their time and money, noting slightly higher prices than expected.
Value
6
Reviews
33%
Satisfaction
3
negative
1
neutral
2
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Reasonable prices
- Worth every penny
What people don't like
- Overpriced food
- Wasted time, money
- Higher prices
Often praised
- pricesreasonable prices
- worth every pennyWorth every penny you paid
Frequently criticized
- priceMy experience at this restaurant was extremely disappointing. The food was flavorless and overpriced. The service was almost non-existent, particularly if you are not Asian.
- pricesslightly higher prices
- time and moneyregret wasting my time and money
When it comes to value, this spot presents a bit of a gamble. While a few found the prices fair, the majority felt it was overpriced and not worth the investment. If you're very budget-conscious, you might want to explore other options.
How are the prices at Peking?
You’re looking at roughly 35 per person – reported by 15 diners. That puts it in the $31–$40 category. For a Chinese Restaurant, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
While the average sits at 35, the prices are quite spread out. We see a good number of guests enjoying meals in the $11–$20 range, but also a few who spend significantly more, showing a mix of budget-friendly and premium options.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 15 reviews.
How this restaurant’s value for money compares to similar spots in San Francisco.
Considering the variety of spending options, from budget-friendly to more premium, we think the pricing feels quite fair for a Chinese Restaurant in San Francisco. It offers flexibility for different dining preferences.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Peking
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Best Chinese in Sunset!
Hands down, this is the best Chinese restaurant in the Sunset! It's easy to get a table because they do a lot of takeout. The service is very friendly and the atmosphere is family oriented.
You won't be disappointed.
- Chinese restaurant10
- table8
- takeout8
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Long (31+ min.)
7
Good Food, Forgetful Service
This is a mom and pop place offering some good comfort foods. The Hot N Sour soup had very good flavor, and the dumplings were good. I enjoyed the great flavor of the Wasabi cold noodles and found the eggplants yummy, though they were a bit greasy.
The Tan Tan noodles were also very good. However, the service was slow, possibly due to it being CNY eve. Our food took a while to come out.
The lady at the counter did apologize and mentioned they were busy with too many to-go orders. We also ordered beers, which never arrived. We asked the waiter and the lady at the counter multiple times.
They acknowledged our request but seemed to forget as soon as they walked away. It took about five friendly reminders before we finally got to enjoy our beers. The complimentary sesame dumplings desserts were surprisingly good.
- Hot N Sour soup9
- dumplings7
- Wasabi cold noodles9
- service3
- food3
- beers2
Price per Person
- $101+
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Worth the Drive for Delicious Chinese Food
I recently discovered this restaurant after reading about it in a SF Gate article and have been back 4 times already. The service is great and the food is delicious! Even though we live nearly 50 miles away, the meal is always worth the drive.
I particularly love the mushu and the crab & asparagus soup. While the restaurant's decor hasn't changed in 50 years, it remains my favorite Chinese restaurant, period.
- service9
- food10
- mushu9
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Long (31+ min.)
2
Inexcusable Wait Times and Questionable Kitchen Practices
We visited last night, Saturday, July 13th, for dinner around 6: 45 pm. Having been here before, we knew the food was just okay. During our entire visit, only one other party was present, occupying a second table.
Our primary complaint is the inexcusably long wait for our food. To make matters worse, the other party, who arrived after us, received some of their dishes before ours. There was no explanation or apology offered for the delay.
On a previous visit, I witnessed the cook smoking a cigarette while stir-frying food, with ash poised to fall into the wok. We probably won't be back.
- food5
- wait for food1
- other party's dishes2
- explanation or apology1
Price per Person
- $101+
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Favorite Place with Gracious Service
My experience at this restaurant has been consistently positive. It's one of my favorite places, and the service and workers here are truly gracious. We've been going here for years👍.
- service10
- workers10
What Peking offers
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Catering
- Table service
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Dine-in
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Free street parking
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
FAQs
What parking options are available when you visit Peking Restaurant?
When you plan your visit to Peking Restaurant, you’ll find convenient parking solutions. You can utilize the paid parking lot nearby, or if you prefer, there’s also free street parking available in the Golden Gate Heights area. This makes your dining experience hassle-free.
Does Peking Restaurant offer accessible dining and various meal options?
Yes, Peking Restaurant is designed to be accessible for everyone, featuring a wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restroom. You can enjoy lunch or dinner with table service, and they also provide catering. High chairs are available, making it good for kids too.
How does Peking generally perform?
Peking holds an overall Restaurant Score of 6.5 and a mixed Customer Satisfaction of 65.7%. Its Service (6.8) and Food (6.6) are its stronger aspects, while Ambience (5.6) is average and Value (4.7) is a weaker point.
What do customers enjoy most about the food at Peking?
Many customers appreciate the delicious food and authentic Chinese food , with specific mentions of good Cantonese food , Hot N Sour soup , Tan tan noodles , and Wasabi cold noodles .
What are some common complaints about Peking?
Some diners have experienced bland and tasteless dishes, long waits for food, and an interior with dirty carpets and sticky surfaces. There are also reports of overpriced items.