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Four Kings

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$30 and under

Chinese

710 Commercial St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1803

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2 people

22 May 2025

May 2025

19:00

Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

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## Four Kings: A Nostalgic Journey Through Cantonese Cuisine Step into Four Kings and be transported to a vibrant world of nostalgia and flavor. This San Francisco gem, helmed by chefs Franky Ho and Mike Long, serves up a modern take on Cantonese cuisine, infused with the chefs' personal memories and a playful spirit. The atmosphere is electric, with 90s Cantopop tunes filling the air and retro Hong Kong memorabilia adorning the walls. The open kitchen allows you to witness the culinary artistry firsthand, as chefs prepare dishes like the signature **fried squab** and the innovative **mapo spaghetti**. The menu is a celebration of bold flavors and unexpected combinations. Start with the **XO escargot with milk bread**, a decadent treat that will leave you wanting more. For a taste of tradition, try the **Hong Kong black peppered steak**, cooked to perfection and bursting with savory notes. Vegetarians will delight in the **garlic pea shoots**, a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the freshest ingredients. Four Kings is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. It's a place to gather with friends, share delicious food, and reminisce about the golden age of Hong Kong cinema. So come hungry, come curious,

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Executive chef: Mike Long & Franky Ho

From the OpenTable editors: Drop a pin in Chinatown for your mapo spaghetti needs—the playful Four Kings pop-up now has a permanent address. Watch chefs Franky Ho and Mike Long prepare crowd favorites like fried squab and chili crisp pig head in an open kitchen in the lively dining room, complete with retro '90s and Y2K Hong Kong memorabilia and a Cantopop soundtrack.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Chinese
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(415) 688-1500
Website
https://www.itsfourkings.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
710 Commercial St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1803
Area
Chinatown
Cross Street
Commercial between Kearny and Grant. Nearby garage at Portsmouth Square.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Located in the heart of Chinatown, Four Kings is convenient to reach by Muni or BART (Montgomery St. Station is a 12-minutes walk via Sansome St. and Commercial St.).
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Wine

What 202 people are saying

Four Kings reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

San Francisco Bay Area
Chinese
San Francisco
Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Four Kings offers a "modern take on Chinese cuisine" with "outstanding" food and service. Diners rave about the "phenomenal" dishes, including Popcorn Chicken, Mapo Spaghetti, and Scallop Vermicelli. The nostalgic ambiance and attentive staff enhance the "delight of a dining experience," making it a must-visit in Chinatown.

202 Reviews

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Yen VIP
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hype is all true; and more. Come and judge yourself. Best restaurant in SF (and beyond). The dishes seem straightforward but the flavors are so bold and perfectly executed. From Michelin restaurants to my favorite mom-and-pop shop, Four Kings is our current favorite and on our monthly (or more) routine for a reason.
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SUSIE VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
OUTSTANDING All around. Food, service, etc. - amazing
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Omar
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing. Every dish: phenomenal. loved all the artwork
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Vanessa
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience! The food was insanely delicious and came out of the kitchen surprisingly fast. They paced the dishes well so we were never rushed but always had food on our table. Suggestions were made around order size that was super helpful and they were able to answer any questions we had about the menu. Our favorites were the Popcorn Chicken and the Mapo Spaghetti. The staff was incredibly attentive and the vibe of the restaurant was super relaxed making for a delight of a dining experience. Haven't had such a great meal like this in a long time...It was absolutely worth the hype and trouble of scoring a reservation. I'll definitely go back again!
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Thierry
San Francisco1 review
2.0
Dined on 10 May 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The soft shell crab and the fried squab were really good but everything else was subpar.
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Taylor
Philadelphia County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a delicious meal!!!!!!!!! Modern take on Chinese cuisine while staying true to its roots as well. Would come back here in a heartbeat!!!
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Angela VIP
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great meal overall—we loved every dish we ordered. Our favorites were the escargot and taro croquettes. We’d definitely recommend this restaurant!
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Cathy VIP
Phoenix / Arizona3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is everything I’ve read about! Great food, Great service and a well earned reputation!
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Mike
San Francisco1 review
2.0
Dined on 29 April 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food could’ve been better, only savior was the Singapore crab dish. The clay pot dish was okay but not worth the price, same for the other food. It’s just another hipster Chinese food restaurant. Better off going to a Chinese restaurant
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London
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 28 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I honestly wasn’t impressed. However, I will be back to try other menu items I didn’t get around to the first time. The escargot was bland. Little to no flavor at all. I wish it was more garlicky or well seasoned. I loved the bread it came with though. The popcorn chicken was good. The mapo spaghetti was good as well but i don’t have to have it again. The best thing i had was the popcorn chicken and the complimentary appetizer they offer. Overall, I’d rate this 5/10 but I’ll be back like i said to try other menu items before i completely give up on them.
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Four Kings is rated 4.6 stars by 202 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 26 times today

710 Commercial St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1803

Additional information

Cross Street
Commercial between Kearny and Grant. Nearby garage at Portsmouth Square.
Area
Chinatown
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 6:00 pm–10:30 pm Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Chinese
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Located in the heart of Chinatown, Four Kings is convenient to reach by Muni or BART (Montgomery St. Station is a 12-minutes walk via Sansome St. and Commercial St.).
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Wine

Website
https://www.itsfourkings.com/
Phone number
(415) 688-1500

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