House of Nanking restaurant exterior in San Francisco's Chinatown.

You won’t be shanghaied here at the House of Nanking, though you might experience the cold shoulder if you linger too long, but the food makes it more than worth it. House of Nanking located at 919 Kearny Street on the outskirts of Chinatown is one of my favorite Chinese eateries in San Francisco. It has a vibrant, casual atmosphere and excellent cuisine.

House of Nanking Onion Pancake with tangy sauce and green onions.

The menu is deceptively simple. The variety of flavors is immense. I especially love the Onion Pancake. Its delicate crispiness is matched by the tangy sauce that has just the right amount of bite. Greens onions inhabit the space between the tantalizing crunchy layers.

Special tea with flowers at House of Nanking, Chinatown San Francisco.

You have to wait until the Flowers to bloom before drinking this special tea!

Tsing Tao Chicken with zucchini, a tasty dish at House of Nanking in San Francisco.

I find the Tsing Tao Chicken to be super tasty with its velvety smooth texture and the Zucchini is a nice addition.

Nanking Beef dish with sweet potatoes and greens at House of Nanking restaurant.

Nanking Beef is a house specialty, which is to die for, and the accompaniment of sweet potatoes really makes this dish outstanding.

Bok Choy dish with red onions and chili flakes at House of Nanking.

The Bok Choy will satisfy your craving for healthy greens.


House of Nanking
919 Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA
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