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Tommy Toy's

655 Montgomery St./ Financial District
San Francisco, CA 94111

Entering Tommy Toy’s Cuisine Chinoise, you are transported back to the royal grandeur of ancient China's Qing Dynasty. At this iconic and popular restaurant, savor the innovative Chinese cuisine with French influences, graciously served by the attentive dining room staff. Considered the first ‘high-style’ Chinese restaurant to open in San Francisco, Tommy Toy’s has received rave reviews throughout its 27-year history. Using the highest quality seasonal ingredients and impeccable attention to detail, fans agree that Tommy Toy’s provides guests with “an unforgettable meal that will keep you coming back for years to come.”

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Valet
Cross Street: Washington Street
123 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(123 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 123 reviews
5 stars
(56)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(69)
  • fit for foodies(54)
  • romantic(41)
  • great for lunch(37)
  • good for groups(36)
  • neighborhood gem(30)
Tommy Toy's Reviews List
Review 1 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Thank you Tommy Toy's for

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Thank you Tommy Toy's for years of great dinners. We are honored to be able to share the last night with you. In our hearts forever."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I can't say enough about my

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I can't say enough about my experiences at Tommy Toy's Restaurant over the years....however going on the last night was very sad for many reasons...The service was awful, you had to "catch" someone as they hopefully went by....They just seemed as if they were going through the motions of assisting customers. I went there with my friend (who had not been to the restaurant in years)with high expectations. I told my friend how impressed she would be expecially with the service...but it wasn't to be true...
Sevice was very slow and it seems as if it really took an effort to get another cocktail, a fallen napkin replaced, etc but they were very quick in placing the bill.
I suppose I will just rely on my former fond memories..."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2006
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Review 3 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding food and experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Outstanding food and experience. Thank you Tommy Toy!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Our party of five was very

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our party of five was very disappointed in the food quality and service at Tommy Toy's. With so many great restaurants in San Francisco, we will never eat at Tommy Toy's again."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2005
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Review 5 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful dining experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Tommy Toy's is the best Chinese restaurant I've ever been to. The food is amazing, and the restaurant is
beautiful. Also, the service is great.
"
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 6 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

To bad you are closing. Sorry

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"To bad you are closing. Sorry to see you go."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I ate here on March 24th,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I ate here on March 24th, and unfortunately it will be my last time, as Tommy Toy's is closing for ever on MArch 31st. If you read this review before then, make a reservation and go witness and enjoy the end of an era for a very unique and excellent restaurant."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Their food was a great as

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Their food was a great as always. Their service was gracious and fast and if you didn't know, you would not have guessed that they were closing at the end of the week. I will always have fond memories of Tommy Toy's and am sorry to see it close. It's ironic that it if the they had had the crowd that was there on Wednesday on a regular basis they wouldn't be closing."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I will miss this Tommy Toys

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I will miss this Tommy Toys when they close their doors at the end of the week. There is no other restaurant like this left in San Francisco!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It's closing but we will miss

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It's closing but we will miss this place which is great for lunch!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I am sorry to hear Tommy Toy's

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I am sorry to hear Tommy Toy's is closing. The dining room has a cozy/plush ness that I enjoy. Celebrated my 30th years ago.The food this time as a bit too saucy."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2004
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Review 12 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food as always, service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food as always, service is always the best; will be a shame if they close their doors for good. The City is going to miss having them around."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic dinner! The staff

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fantastic dinner! The staff was excellent and I have not had such a good meal in a very long time!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Elegant Tommy Toy's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is Tommy Toy's last hurrah. It is a beautiful room in the 'old school' vein of an Ernie's. Beautiful decor, in muted browns and burgundy with Chinese artwork adorning the walls. The restaurant has an ambiance of rich coziness. The bar is tucked back behind a mirrored column and is small and comfy. The restaurant is quite an antithesis to the current 'industrial-decor' trend of newer restaurants. The must have dish is TT's signature dish of Seafood Bisque. It was excellent. The Medallions of Beef, another TT special, was delicious. Two medallions of tender beef glazed with a balsamic mixture that was very rich and savory set between four asparagus spears. The 'fried rice' was simply delicious. I am glad for this final visit."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always missed, NEVER forgotten!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We will miss the restaurant VERY much! The SIGNATURE meal was perfect, as always. Service was sublime! Hope they reopen soon somewhere else. Will miss everything about it, except the current location. hope they can reinvent themselves soon."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I'm sorry that they will be

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I'm sorry that they will be closing. A great staff and the best Vanilla Prawns!!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

For a fine dining version

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"For a fine dining version of Chinese food, I was very pleased. It wasn't over done like other restaurants out there where they would impress you with the plate presentation but the dish at the end is a disappointment. Looks like Tommy had a great run in San Francisco since 1985. We will miss this restaurant."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 18 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We are so sorry to see this

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We are so sorry to see this outstanding restaurant close. We hope they reopen in a different spot soon."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great restaurant. It is a

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great restaurant. It is a shame it is closing."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sad to hear we are losing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sad to hear we are losing a great restaurant in SF. At least My friends and I had the pleasure and opportunity to have dined here."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 21 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 22 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Sad that it's closing...an

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sad that it's closing...an SF icon."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beautiful, quiet ambiance.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Beautiful, quiet ambiance. Courses are served well spaced - not a place to go if you are in a hurry.
Definitely not your ordinary Chinese fare. 4 or 6 course price fixe options are great. Great spot for a special occasion.
"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Too bad that Tommy Toy`s is

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Too bad that Tommy Toy`s is about to close. The food is excellent, as is the
service, but I guess that young people want to go to more trendy places - whatever
that happens to mean.
Everyone there was older and well dressed. Tommy Toy`s is dated, and wonderful,
but I guess it is time for a change.
"
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Enjoyed your signature dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Enjoyed your signature dinner with Auntie's 90th birthday last year. Look forward to coming in one more time on 3/28 before you close the doors."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We are so sorry that Tommy

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We are so sorry that Tommy Toy's is closing, but it was fun seeing the TV cameras from Channel 5 interviewing the staff. (We even made it on to the news, in the background!)
We had a great lunch. Food was wonderful and very fair prices. Again, sorry they are leaving!
"
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was deplorable and way

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was deplorable and way expensive, no wonder they are closing."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
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Review 28 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

SO sad it's going out of business.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"SO sad it's going out of business. A San Francisco classic."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2006
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Review 29 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Exquisite

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had the Prixe Fix 4-course dinner and, it was nothing less than SPECTACULAR. I'm sorry to learn the restaurant will be closing at the end of the month. I've enjoyed coming to this establishment for over 25 years!! I have so many wonderful memories. I can honestly say, I've NEVER had a bad meal. It'll be a sad day for the locals.....I'll be making several more reservations before they close. You can never get tired of their menu....vanilla prawns, mango chicken, medallion of beef, peking duck and, their signature seafood bisque!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 30 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful as usual. Had

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful as usual. Had the Signature Dinner on the menu and it was superb. We went for Chinese New Year and could not have been more pleased. Enjoyed the dinner so much we missed the parade!!!!! Which was ok by us--there is always next year."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 31 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

we enjoyed our dinner here

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"we enjoyed our dinner here for the overall experience. it is a quiet, restful and pretty restaurant. we thought the lobster was outstanding, the other dishes more ordinary. service was very attentive."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2005
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Review 32 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We found the service and ambiance

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We found the service and ambiance to be outstanding. The food, however, including their version of Peking duck, was just a little better than ordinary. We selected the four course option, with two entrees. My beef medallions entree was excellent. My pot stickers and hot and sour soup were ok, but not distinguished. My husband had a similar response to his spring roll, but found his chicken tomato bisque to be exceptional. Our biggest disappointment was the duck, the portions of which were tiny. I'm sure that one of our issues with the duck is a matter of personal taste--it was close to 1/4 fat. The very tiny non-fat portions and the crispy skin were delicious. For folks who like fat duck breast, I recommend the duck."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2008
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Review 33 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not with my fried rice

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We arrived early for a reservation & were seated 15 min. later. They were handling a large group which I believe took priority. Our food was all very good. We ordered from the four course winter treats selection & another four course selection. The only problem was my dinner's last course was fried rice with chicken, shrimp & pork. What I received with my beef dish was a bowl of rice (same rice my husband had). The head server didn't serve the food, two other gentlemen had. When the head server gave us the bill I asked him about the last course & he said that was the fried rice. He was in a rush and I let it go. After we got home I looked up the menu & realized there wasn't anything in the fried rice. I didn't need it, but we did pay for it"
Dined on 02/19/2013
 2008
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Review 34 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This continues to be one of

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This continues to be one of the best restaurants in San Francisco. The Executive Lunch which includes 2 appetizers, 5 entree samples and dessert has to be the best lunch buy anywhere. The service is superb and the ambiance exquisite. Dining in this beautiful restaurant is always a treat and an event."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Outstanding food. Only one

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Outstanding food. Only one problem - we sat at a table for two. I was closer to the man sitting at the next table than to my wife, so conversation was inhibited. The man at the next table would cup his hands over his mouth when talking."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Elegant Dining

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Elegant dining in beautiful surroundings. This is a gorgeous and delicious restaurant. Fabulous dining choices. Staff is marvelous. Best Cosmo I ever had."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 37 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Coming from a family that

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Coming from a family that has been in the chinese restaurant business for over 2 decades, i think the food was pretty good but a little overpriced. Their food is about the same as a good chinese restaurant but you get less for the price you pay. The presentation of the dishes were pretty nice. This is one of those places that I would take someone only for business or for special occaisions."
Dined on 01/16/2013
 2005
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Review 38 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Maaah nothing to write home about

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I had been so recomended to this place... its ok, nothing to write home about. THe food although its good, you can find FAR better places in china town for chinese food in SF, it is very elegant to be chinese but the service wasnt the best, i came here looking forward for an experience and it resulted far from it"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 39 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

some of the best chinese food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"some of the best chinese food in town in a quiet, refined setting. Great value prix fix menus"
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect portions and very tasty

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We did the Dine About Town and, the food was wonderful, especially the vanilla prawns and, the mince squab. They were scrumtious!!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A wonderful experience...just

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A wonderful experience...just service was a bit uneven...my tea never came and when I commented during my main course it was delivered."
Dined on 01/30/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were treated with respect

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were treated with respect and courtesy from the moment we entered the restaurant until we left. The service was prompt and courteous but did not intrude on our visit. The food was delicious (we ate the "Dine About Town" menu). We were not rushed and sat and visited after we had finished the meal without feeling that we needed to leave. The dining room is beautifully appointed, elegant and quiet but the prices are reasonable."
Dined on 01/28/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always, the service was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"As always, the service was superb--very friendly, welcoming, and efficient. The signature dinner was excellent."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 44 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I went to Tommy Toy's last

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went to Tommy Toy's last year for Dine About town, so I thought I would repeat the visit. I was glad I did. I am also booking lunch as well to their place. Nice selection of foods and more than the necessary two or three items. Very tasty."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delightful lunch! Service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Delightful lunch! Service was excellent and the food was delicious. And the atmosphere was perfect...after shopping in Chinatown with my out of town guest, this was the perfect place to relax and enjoy!"
Dined on 01/21/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Tommy Toy's always excels

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Tommy Toy's always excels in food and service. The Dine About Town menu was copious and all items were delicious. The waiter couldn't have been friendlier nor more attentive."
Dined on 01/18/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 47 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This restaurant has gone down

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This restaurant has gone down over time, I will NOT be visiting"
Dined on 01/19/2013
 2007
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Review 48 for Tommy Toy's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food, excellent

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food, excellent service!"
Dined on 01/17/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tommy Toy's
Based on the average of (75) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate