About
City View Restaurant in San Francisco presents a chic, upscale atmosphere infused with modern flair. Conveniently situated just outside the Portsmouth Plaza parking exits, this dining spot perfectly combines accessibility with sophistication. Renowned for its authentic Asian and Chinese culinary delights, it offers a flavorful journey through traditional dishes. Diners rave about the sublime turnip cake, crispy rice noodle rolls, and the flavorsome Shrimp Rice Noodle Roll.
The extensive menu caters to all-day dining, from breakfast to dinner, featuring a diverse array of choices like dumplings, seafood, and a variety of meats with standout options such as Duck Bao and Shanghai Siu Lung Bao. All of these are complemented by a selection of beverages, including wine and craft beer. Popular for business lunches, this moderately priced venue ensures fast service under the attentive guidance of manager Vincent.
Whether you're enjoying the vibrant outdoor seating or indulging in the chic interior, desserts like steamed custard lava buns and sesame balls filled with red bean paste provide a sweet conclusion to your meal. City View Restaurant is not just a place to eat; it's an experience that brings a touch of China to the heart of San Francisco.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Branch, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisines
Asian, Chinese
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating
Offering
Serving alcohol
Payment
Payment by credit card
- $$$$ 20 - 30 $
- Breakfast
- Branch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Asian
- Chinese
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Serving alcohol
- Payment by credit card
- Business lunch
- Wheelchair accessible
- Friendly staff
- Great location
Menu
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
- Food: 3
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 3
Okay variety of dim sum, most were pretty tasty. Not a fan of the shumai. The noodle rolls were pretty good. They don't always have egg tarts.

- Food: 5
Best roast duck

- Food: 2
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 4
The food is not particularly good but the place looks tidy and modern for Chinatown. If you care for that, this might be a good place for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of City View Restaurant?City View Restaurant is located at Walter U Lum Place, 33, 94108, San Francisco, USA.
- How is City View Restaurant rated by visitors?City View Restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 based on 2,040 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- What dishes and beverages are served?The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as beef, beer, cakes, cheese, chicken, duck, dumplings, fish, fried chicken, fried rice, fruitcake, meat, pancakes, pasta, pies, along with a variety of drinks.
- What is the average price for a meal at City View Restaurant?The average price for a meal is 20 - 30 $ (it is moderate - $$).
- Is there a delivery service available?Yes, delivery is available through www.toasttab.com, order.toasttab.com.
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