Serving Chinatown since 1919
Step into the delicious history of Chinatown at Washington Street and Wentworth Alley, in a building that has stood since the early 1900s.
More than a Meal, Dine inside Part of San Francisco Chinatown History
Located at the site of Chinatown’s historic wet market district, once known as “Fish Alley” or Washington Place, Chinatown Restaurant has welcomed generations of diners since 1919.
Conveniently located across from Portsmouth Square, our restaurant serves authentic Northern and Southern Chinese cuisine while offering a dining experience rooted in more than a century of Chinatown history and culinary tradition.
Surrounded by generations of resilience, community, and culture, join us for dim sum, seafood, honey walnut prawns, Peking duck, and other beloved dishes in one of San Francisco Chinatown’s most historic settings.
Dine with us and become part of Chinatown’s enduring legacy—open daily for indoor and outdoor seating, lunch specials, family dinners, and takeout. View our traditional food menu here.
Historical Timeline of 744 Washington Street
1870s → Chinese newspaper office
→ by 1909 → Sing Sing & Co., Fish and Poultry
→ 1919 → Chinatown Restaurant
→ today → same address, current building dating to the post-earthquake reconstruction era.
For answers to commonly asked customer questions, visit our FAQs page.
Accolades
We are proud to be featured in several notable publications that highlight our commitment to authentic Chinese cuisine and the rich history of San Francisco's Chinatown.
Best of SF Chinatown
Featured in the Best of SF Chinatown, we are proud to offer a culinary journey through Chinese heritage, serving authentic dishes that have been perfected since 1919.