San Francisco’s Chinatown is one of the largest Chinese enclaves outside Asia. The best time to visit is during Chinese New Year, when the area comes …
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Apr 19, 2025
Having visited China and many other Asian countries, I’ve found that most Chinatowns tend to feel quite similar, so they usually don’t surprise me or rank high on my must-see list. However, this one …Full review by Alireza123
Mar 19, 2025
A bit touristy in some areas, but very genuine in others as this is a real neighborhood where people actually live and shop and have normal, day to day lives.Full review by heyheyheathery
Feb 27, 2025
I always recommend that visitors come to this neighborhood. It is not kitsch, it is a real neighborhood where people live and work and shop. Of course lots of good food and some unique shopping. B…Full review by Thomas V
I have 5 kids and I’m going to San Francisco is there a parking garage or a pay lot close to china town? I know there is near pier 39 but I need to know where to park near China town. Thank you again everyone!
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Id park somewhere else and make getting to Chinatown part of the adventure via BART, waljing , peddle cart, or trolley. Much more fun and adds to the overall experience. Pier isn't too …
Id park somewhere else and make getting to Chinatown part of the adventure via BART, waljing , peddle cart, or trolley. Much more fun and adds to the overall experience. Pier isn't too far via telegraph hill...... Look for the parrots!
I would like to take my sister in law to an authentic, cart style dim sum restaurant on our trip 1-5 July. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks. Janesmom
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Hello, sadly i did not visit a cart restaurant but try in the middle of china town i think i saw two there. Hope you have a great visit
Traveling to SF on 5/11-5/12/18, with my daughter. Planning on Alcatraz tour during the day on Saturday and dinner in China Town Sat evening. 3 questions: 1) Any suggestions for an authentic Chinese restaurant to have Dim Sum? 2) Are reservations recommended? & 3) any safety concerns other than the usual for women travelers in large cities? Thanks!
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One more thing , sorry . Dim Sum shops are walk in shops no reservations. Some of the larger fancy restaurants may need reservations. They have weddings and event on the …
One more thing , sorry . Dim Sum shops are walk in shops no reservations. Some of the larger fancy restaurants may need reservations. They have weddings and event on the weekends. Call ahead if you are going to one of these. Other General restaurants are first come first serve. It can get busy during the day. just need to wait in line or on a wait list.Hope this helps.
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