Staff's Favorite Asian-Owned and Operated Restaurants

4.6 (3521)

$31 to $50

Dim Sum

Financial District / Embarcadero

Yank Sing at Rincon Center is a casual Cantonese restaurant that serves a wide variety of authentic dim sums through its carts. The restaurant is also popular for its wide selection of vegetarian dishes. The ambiance at Yank Sing is simple and features classic Chinese decor elements throughout the dining room. Its atmosphere is relaxed and family friendly. The restaurant also offers a full-service bar with an extensive variety of drinks for guests to choose from. The dim sum menu at Yank Sing offers a range of varying flavors. Try the signature Shanghai Kurobuta pork dumpling, the spinach dumpling or pork siu mye with hand-chopped shrimp and pork filling. The restaurant also offers a variety of dishes, including Peking duck served with julienned scallions and tangy hoisin sauce and Szechuan chicken. End the meal with a sweet dessert like the house special mango pudding, egg custard tart or sesame ball.

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MavisVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Yang Sing is a treasure. The food is delicious. Everything tastes fresh and beautifully prepared. The service is excellent with the carts moving throughout the restaurant. I feel very fortunate to have this special restaurant close by

Yank Sing at Rincon Center is a casual Cantonese restaurant that serves a wide variety of authentic dim sums through its carts. The restaurant is also popular for its wide selection of vegetarian dishes. The ambiance at Yank Sing is simple and features classic Chinese decor elements throughout the dining room. Its atmosphere is relaxed and family friendly. The restaurant also offers a full-service bar with an extensive variety of drinks for guests to choose from. The dim sum menu at Yank Sing offers a range of varying flavors. Try the signature Shanghai Kurobuta pork dumpling, the spinach dumpling or pork siu mye with hand-chopped shrimp and pork filling. The restaurant also offers a variety of dishes, including Peking duck served with julienned scallions and tangy hoisin sauce and Szechuan chicken. End the meal with a sweet dessert like the house special mango pudding, egg custard tart or sesame ball.

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MavisVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Yang Sing is a treasure. The food is delicious. Everything tastes fresh and beautifully prepared. The service is excellent with the carts moving throughout the restaurant. I feel very fortunate to have this special restaurant close by

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Experience

Upstairs @China Live

China Live

4.6 (3343)

$30 and under

Chinese

Chinatown

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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richardVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Dinner with a friend visiting from out of town. Had a reservation and seated at a nice table. Staff very welcoming. Although we have dined here before, we asked our wonderful waiter for suggestions, etc. We enjoyed exceptionally delicious food with distinct flavors. Great service and beautiful surroundings. Restaurant became very full and loud due to some large parties. Overall, a wonderful experience!

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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richardVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Dinner with a friend visiting from out of town. Had a reservation and seated at a nice table. Staff very welcoming. Although we have dined here before, we asked our wonderful waiter for suggestions, etc. We enjoyed exceptionally delicious food with distinct flavors. Great service and beautiful surroundings. Restaurant became very full and loud due to some large parties. Overall, a wonderful experience!

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Upstairs @China Live

PL8 Restaurant

4.6 (1046)

$30 and under

Contemporary Asian

Barrington

Join us at *pl8* and experience the best of Asian cuisine—reimagined. pl8 is more than just a restaurant—it’s a vibrant culinary destination in Barrington where we blend authenticity and innovation to create a classics flavors with a smart, modern twist. It brings together new classic Chinese cuisine, and creations Japanese cuisine. At the heart of our kitchen are two masterful chefs. Chef Bo, classically trained at the renowned Chengdu Hotel in Sichuan, brings 38 years of experience to our Chinese offerings, crafting each dish with precision and deep culinary tradition. Chef Peter, a seasoned Japanese chef with 30 years of expertise, leads our Japanese cuisine, delivering exquisite sashimi, specialty sushi rolls, and flavorful Ramen noodle. We offer sake, wine, beer, and handcrafted cocktails. Our mission is to create a welcoming yet refined atmosphere, where high-quality food and heartfelt hospitality come together, making every meal a celebration of flavor.

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Dined on Mar 21, 2025

We LOVE this place! The service is always fantastic. It's the best sushi around. Good sized portions for the price. We'd go every week if we had the time and money. It's our favorite sushi spot by far!

Join us at *pl8* and experience the best of Asian cuisine—reimagined. pl8 is more than just a restaurant—it’s a vibrant culinary destination in Barrington where we blend authenticity and innovation to create a classics flavors with a smart, modern twist. It brings together new classic Chinese cuisine, and creations Japanese cuisine. At the heart of our kitchen are two masterful chefs. Chef Bo, classically trained at the renowned Chengdu Hotel in Sichuan, brings 38 years of experience to our Chinese offerings, crafting each dish with precision and deep culinary tradition. Chef Peter, a seasoned Japanese chef with 30 years of expertise, leads our Japanese cuisine, delivering exquisite sashimi, specialty sushi rolls, and flavorful Ramen noodle. We offer sake, wine, beer, and handcrafted cocktails. Our mission is to create a welcoming yet refined atmosphere, where high-quality food and heartfelt hospitality come together, making every meal a celebration of flavor.

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J

Dined on Mar 21, 2025

We LOVE this place! The service is always fantastic. It's the best sushi around. Good sized portions for the price. We'd go every week if we had the time and money. It's our favorite sushi spot by far!

Seorabol Center City

4.4 (209)

$30 and under

Korean

Center City

One of the most anticipated restaurants, Seorabol Korean Restaurant - Now in Center City!

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Staci

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

Delicious food, super friendly and helpful staff, very clean and timely service! Will definitely be back!

One of the most anticipated restaurants, Seorabol Korean Restaurant - Now in Center City!

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Staci

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

Delicious food, super friendly and helpful staff, very clean and timely service! Will definitely be back!