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San Francisco Map: Ton KiangTon Kiang Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Cuisine Chinese, Dim Sum
Hours Mon-Thurs 10am-9pm; Fri 10am-9:30pm; Sat 9:30am-9:30pm; Sun 9am-9pm
Address
5821 Geary Blvd
Location Between 22nd and 23rd aves, Richmond/Sunset Districts
Transportation Bus: 38
Reservations Reservations accepted for parties of 8 or more
Phone 415/387-8273
Web site www.tonkiang.net
Prices Dim sum $2-$5.50; main courses $9-$25
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

Ton Kiang is the number-one place in the city to have dim sum (served daily), only partially due to the fact that they make all their sauces, pickles, and other delicacies in-house. The experience goes like this: Wait in line (which is out the door 11am-1:30pm on weekends), get a table on the first or second floor, and get ready to say yes to dozens of delicacies, which are brought to the table for your approval. From stuffed crab claws, roast Beijing duck, and a gazillion dumpling selections (including scallop and vegetable, shrimp, and beef) to the delicious and hard-to-find doa miu (snow pea sprouts flash-sautéed with garlic and peanut oil) and a mesmerizing mango pudding, every tray of morsels coming from the kitchen is an absolute delight. Though it's hard to get past the dim sum, which is served all day every day, the full menu of Hakka cuisine is worth investigation as well -- fresh and flavorful soups; an array of seafood, beef, and chicken; and clay-pot specialties.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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