Best Chinese Restaurants in Nob Hill
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Bamboo Restaurant
Late-night Chinese comfort with a huge, Hunan-leaning menu.
Notable Picks
8.3
Neighborhood standby for Hunan and Mandarin dishes with reliable late hours on Polk. Go for crowd-pleasers done cleanly and quick service that works for post-show dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lotus Root Prawns, Mongolian Beef, Hunan Eggplant
What Makes it Special: Late-night Chinese comfort with a huge, Hunan-leaning menu.
Worthy Picks
7.9
QR-order, counter-casual Chinese spot that serves deep into the night with fast ticket times. Ideal for late bowls, crispy plates, and quick bites around Polk and Sutter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Chow Fun, Sesame Chicken, Pork Fried Rice
What Makes it Special: Late-night hours with mobile ordering for speed and convenience.
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Family Friendly Favorites
Neighborhood dumpling shop (since 2024 on Polk) doing pan-fried mini pork buns, xiao long bao, and quick plate combos. It’s a casual, efficient stop for a fast dim sum fix before or after a Polk Street stroll.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mini pan-fried pork buns, Xiao long bao, Spicy wontons
What Makes it Special: Made-to-order dumplings and mini pan-fried buns at neighborhood prices.