Sam Wo Restaurant

4.2$· InexpensiveClosed · opens tomorrow 11:00 AM

A century-old Chinatown institution serving classic, affordable Cantonese comfort food.

Sam Wo Restaurant
Website Directions 415-989-8898

Located at 713 Clay Street in San Francisco's Chinatown, Sam Wo Restaurant is a historic culinary landmark originally established in 1907. Guests flock to this cozy dining spot for generous portions of traditional Cantonese comfort dishes like BBQ pork rice noodle rolls, chow mein, and wonton noodle soup. The iconic eatery continues to offer casual, budget-friendly dining in a warm, throwback atmosphere.

Quick tip: Be sure to pair the signature BBQ pork rice roll with their legendary homemade hot mustard.

Expert notes

  • This place was famously home to “San Francisco’s Worst Waiter,” Edsel Ford Fung. This place has been featured in many TV and other media outlets. This place is excellent for history buffs, even if they don’t want to eat there. Barbeque Pork Noodle Rolls, Combination Won Ton Soup, Jook (Rice Porridge) dishes, Beef Stew Dry Mixed Noodles, and Tomato Beef Stir-Fried Noodles are customers’ favorite dishes.

Features

  • Chinese
  • Coffee Tea
  • Cozy
  • Dine In
  • Famous
  • Local Favorite
  • Noodles
  • Salad
  • Seafood
  • Soup
  • Take Outs

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