China Live

★★★★Chinatown, San FranciscoChinese
|by Cook Foodie

Quick Take

Rating
4/5
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Price
$$$
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Ideal For
Groups exploring diverse Chinese regional cuisines
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Must Order
Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings)
Reservations
Walk-ins for market hall; reserve ahead for Eight Tables speakeasy
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Best For
lunch, dinner

"China Live made what Italy is for Italian food but for Chinese food in Chinatown."

— Take of Cook Foodie

📝 The Full Story

China Live made what Italy is for Italian food but for Chinese food in Chinatown. They have an amazing variety of stuff, great for groups. Try all the different dim sum. The Xiaolongbao is always a great recommendation—delicate wrappers filled with rich broth and perfectly seasoned fillings. It's a very big space. Not only do they have the restaurant, but there's also a speakeasy that's highly recommended. This 30,000 sq ft Chinese food emporium showcases eight Chinese culinary regions under one roof, making it perfect for exploring the diversity of Chinese cuisine. Whether you're at the main restaurant or the hidden speakeasy, you're in for an experience that celebrates Chinese culinary traditions.

🍴 What to Order

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Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings)

Delicate wrappers bursting with hot, savory broth and pork filling

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Dim Sum Selection

Rotating selection of Cantonese small plates and dumplings

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Table-Side Peking Duck

Crispy-skinned duck carved tableside with pancakes and accompaniments

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Hand-Pulled Noodles

Chewy, springy noodles made fresh to order

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Common Questions

What is the Eight Tables speakeasy at China Live?
Eight Tables is a hidden, intimate dining room within China Live offering a multi-course tasting menu. It requires advance reservations and offers a completely different experience from the main market hall.
How big is China Live?
China Live spans 30,000 square feet across multiple levels, featuring a market hall, restaurants, bars, and the exclusive Eight Tables speakeasy. It showcases eight Chinese culinary regions under one roof.

📍 Visit Info

Address
644 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Cuisine
Chinese
Style
casual

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