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M.Y. China - SF
SEE, TASTE and DISCOVER authentic Chinese cuisine in the heart of downtown San Francisco. Inspired by years of experience traveling through China, we bring the best ingredients, flavors and techniques. Watch our chefs in action as they prepare every dish in front of your eyes. See world champion noodle dancers pull giant balls of dough into thousands of thin noodles. Taste delicate hand-folded dim sum, and live wok-tossed dished, all in our open exhibition kitchen. Discover ancient Chinese tradition brought to life and interpreted in a thoroughly modern way!
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485 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 485 reviews
5 stars
(121)
4 stars
(203)
3 stars
(119)
2 stars
(35)
1 star
(7)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(227)
- fit for foodies(224)
- great for lunch(152)
- hot spot(128)
- special occasion(115)
- kid-friendly(72)
M.Y. China - SF Reviews List
Review 1 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Beautiful restaurant- fresh food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had the M.Y. China dim sum basket, truffle xiao long bao, pork belly sliders, beijing noodles, fried squid-all good- just forgot to get the Bejing duck- saw someone else with the duck and will get that next time."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I came to have lunch at M.Y. China on Mother's Day. We have made a reservation at 12:00 but as you know, many restaurant would let you stand and wait for at least 5-10 minutes to sit down even though you have a reservation. But to my surprise, M.Y. China takes us to our table without waiting. That already gives me a very good impression about time management of this restaurant. Then, the service and good are great too. We will definitely come back!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for Mother's day and it was entertaining to watch them make the noodles and the food was great. Best Peking duck service ever!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is totally amazing. Second time here and the food is awesome! The service, however, needs tweaking. but the manager was very peranable and friendly. I did enjoy the one-on-one attention we received when he came by to ask how we were doing. I highly recommend just about everything on the menu!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 5 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
M.Y. China - Great Food
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I went for dinner on a Friday. It's always good to make a reservation on a Friday. We arrived early and they were able to accommodate us early plus 1 additional guest. Service was quick and good. Food was outstanding."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Poor!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was bad. Had a reservation but still waited more than 30 minutes for table. Server messed up on the bill. Food was average with the noodles being the exception. Only bright spot was the drinks."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 7 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Must go back!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Came to MY China for lunch on a Tuesday to celebrate a co-workers birthday. There were 7 in our group. Was greeted and seated promptly. Restaurant is very elegant and service was very good. We ordered a number of dishes and shared them family style. All the dishes were excellent. Highly recommend the beef pulled noodles in soup, wild boar dumplings, wild boar scissor cut noodles, mushu pork tacos, shui mai, crispy roast chicken, and the pork and crab dumplings. Prices are a bit on the high side, but well worth it. Looking forward to returning in the near future to try some of the other dishes."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
overpriced, limited menu
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaufarnt is beautiful, but I was underwhelmed by the menu choices; they are extremly limited and over-priced. The server was pleasant enough when she showed up. The duck was good (although the portion is extremely small); the chicken and sweet & sour pork were acceptable, but hardly worth the price. I doubt that we'll be back even though we work extremely close to the restauant."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 9 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Finally, Great Chinese for Everyone
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Used to be, to eat great Chinese one has to patronize typical Chinese restaurants that cater mainly to Chinese folks. With M.Y. China that's no longer the case. This restaurant brings fine authentic Chinese cooking to the mainstream dining scene. It succeeds in attracting both Chinese who shun Americanized Chinese cooking, and non-Chinese who are not comfortable eating in typical Chinese restos. There is good balance of yin and yang here."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great noodle place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had tried 3 different noodle dishes, all of them were great!!!
Great dessert especially the purple Yam w/ ice cream.
Pls try not to miss it!!!"
Pls try not to miss it!!!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, late-night find, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 11 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We started our vacation at M.Y. Chinese and was not disappointed. The seafood dumplings were a great choice for appetizer. We also had the crispy honey chicken and would definitely reccommend it. Staff was very friendly and provided great service!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 12 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our third visit since they opened. It is now in regular rotation of our favorites in the DT - SF area. Even a go-to for Chinese. They have managed to maintain the consistency of their dishes so far. Hooray!! The flavors are very rich and complex. Soooooooooooo good. Be adventuresome. The pork and truffle dumplings are very special - the flavors in the filling are really special."
Dined on 5/01/2013
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Review 13 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Over priced for so-so Chinese food. Walking a few blocks into Chinatown is a better way to spend lunch."
Dined on 4/30/2013
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Review 14 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
True Chinese in a welcoming setting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really fun Chinese food from a well-regarded chef. We came in one night and split a variety of dishes and all were very tasty, from the juicy dumplings, to the longevity noodles, to the garlic pea shoots, to the desserts. All of that was accompanied by a fun Barbera d'Alba from Batasiolo.
Excellent night."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 15 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very Good as Always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Shiu mai and spicy seafood dumplings are never to be missed."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 16 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice ....as we eat Chinese
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice ....as we eat Chinese food often this take was great. Would return as the rest of the group agreed."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2012
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Review 17 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fresh food, great portion, SF price
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had a lunch here. The food was tasty, good portion&fresh. Loved their chicken kanpao. The fried peppers that weren't hot and gave great crunch to the dish. The texture was almost like rice crackers. Lots of meaty white chicken meat. Very happy about that. They weren't skimping on the meat and came with lots of veggies too. Extra charge for a small bowl of jasmine rice for $2. The rice was a bit on dry side. Although that could be just the character of jasmine rice. We also ordered the dim sum combo. They were pretty much the standard dim sum, the shrimp dumplings had three shrimp bites in each and were very good. I loved the sauce that came with it. The price is standard sf. It's not a cheap Chinese food but they were fresh food."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The chef who pulled the noodles
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"The chef who pulled the noodles and came to demo at our table made the entire experience worthwhile. He was fantastic!!!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Peking Duck brings to thick
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Peking Duck brings to thick tortillas"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 20 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great restaurant... Despite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant... Despite mall location!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 21 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
M.Y China
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was sporadic and the food did not come out in logical order. The table ran out of water twice. The food was excellent. Poor wine by the glass selection."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 22 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Bad food, bad service
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the very start, this was a bad experience. Though I had an OpenTable reservation - the host forgot about us after we checked in and seated walk-ins for at least 15 minutes. I had to go up and ask when my table would be ready. He apologized for forgetting us, but didn't do anything to make up for it. Our waitress seemed bored and never checked on us after she took our order; not a single query from her to see whether the food was to our liking. The food was not good. One noodle dish was burned. We sat with empty water glasses for the last dish, which was very salty. The Hong Kong noodles looked beautiful but the dish was corn starchy and the chicken tasteless. Extremely disappointing."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
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Review 23 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A fun place for dinner on
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A fun place for dinner on the edge of SOMA."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 24 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loving my new fav Chinese in SF!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have now been to MY China about 3 times for lunch and 3 times for dinner. The restaurant is really great and very consistent I must say. What I have been loving lately is ordering things from the menu that I would normally not have gotten like the lobster. While it is super expensive ($50+ for 3 pound live lobster), I was blown away by the amazing flavors of this dish. I have never had lobster like that before and now find myself wanting to go back craving that dish like I do the Wild boar noodles. I cannot think of another place outside of China where the kitchen team shows you exactly how they are hand making the noodles.
On my next trip i think i would like to sit at the counters next to the noodle pullers. My new fav!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 25 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
MY China
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very attractive in an opulent Las Vegas sort of way. Easy to forget you are in the mall. Sit against the bar if you like to watch food being made, as the cooks will put on a bit of a show, esp with the noodles.
The service staff seems disinterested in the food, and its all brought out by kitchen staff so there is a disconnect. Very impersonal.
The range of food items was interesting and very expensive. Some of the items were delicious - juicy dumplings, pulled noondle dishes, but others not as promised. A green papaya salad was really a tossed green salad with a few shreds of papaya and minimal mango. Very disappointing and not particularly well balanced - too acidic and thin.
It would be a good place for snacks or drinks."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 26 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First time I went the food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time I went the food was excelent (December 2012), the service incredible. This time, the food was average, except for my plate that was a hand made noodle with squid ink with delicious sea food. Done to perfection. The other dishes ordered to my husband and daughter, tasted average Chinese food. Wild boar seasoned noodles needed more meat and some more taste to it, too bland. The Meyer lemon tart was also too bland and eggy, but the ice cream with crunchy rice was very tasty with the right combination of crunchiness with the three types of ice cream. The server was not very knowledgeable of the food.Nevertheless, I will go again and give it a second chance."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 27 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The dim sum chicken bao buns
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The dim sum chicken bao buns were the worst i've ever had!. They were dry and the chicken was flavorless. The General Mao Chicken was good, however."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
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Review 28 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
noodles under the dome!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Though it's in the SF Center, the upper level 'dome' localtion feels like being in a spectacular architectural landmark-the old Emporium dome above. We sat in a table near the noodle-maker station- fun to watch as you eat and enjoy.
And the house-made noodles are excellent- Hong Kong style- crispy, with a rich sauce, mushrooms, and chicken; Dan Dan noodles, a specialty.
I also tried iced lychee tea, a nice alterntive to black tea."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved watching the open kitchen!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved watching the open kitchen! My daughter enjoyed seeing the kitchen staff hand pull and scissor cut noodles. The kitchen staff is so friendly and engaging. They greeted us and explained what was happening at each prep station. The only point that kept the experience from being outstanding was the waitstaff. It would have been great if they could wipe the table between courses and fill water. Also we had requested rice and it never came, so we ended up asking again and waiting again for a period of time. Otherwise, the interesting menu and lovely chefs and kitchen staff were wonderful!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 30 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre food. Way too much
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mediocre food. Way too much ginger in everything, and hot and sour soup had a strange flavor."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2006
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Review 31 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
High Expectations; Mixed experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was very good, especially the dumplings and noodles.
The service was not acceptable for the price point. Our waiter did not introduce himself or the restaurant and just said "Can I take your drink order?" and "are you ready to order?" He also disappeared for about 30 minutes and we had to flag down someone else.
The ambiance is mixed - the decor is nice, but you are sitting shoulder to shoulder with the parties next to you. The restaurant is also open to the mall - so your view is of the mall interior. The Bar area and open kitchen make this a "fair" rating, as you can see the cooks putting on a show for entertainment.
Overall, I would recommend this, but with caveats and instructions: order dumplings and sit at the ba"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 32 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a great time. The cocktails
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a great time. The cocktails were good. There were 3 of us and we had the Bang Bang Chicken wings, Egg rolls, stir fried noodles, 5 spice ribs and sauteed green beans. All were decent portioned and we were stuffed."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2005
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Review 33 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Chinese food (in the mall!)
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"M.Y. China is a welcome addition to the grand rotunda space that was previously under utilized. Service was good - the staff accommodated my wife and baby (with a stroller), even though we did feel like we were pushed into the kids section.
Overall food quality was good. The best dish is definitely the pulled noodle with beef. I would go there again just for that dish.
Our only criticism is the dishes all came out at the same time. This would have been fine if we had ordered multiple entrees, but we had ordered small dishes, noodle soup, and dumplings. By the time we were ready for noodle soup, it was lukewarm at best. The wait staff may want to ask in the future what the patrons preferences are in the future."
Overall food quality was good. The best dish is definitely the pulled noodle with beef. I would go there again just for that dish.
Our only criticism is the dishes all came out at the same time. This would have been fine if we had ordered multiple entrees, but we had ordered small dishes, noodle soup, and dumplings. By the time we were ready for noodle soup, it was lukewarm at best. The wait staff may want to ask in the future what the patrons preferences are in the future."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 34 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Be sure to watch the noodle
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Be sure to watch the noodle preparation!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2012
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Review 35 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Time may tell
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A wonderful concept that perhaps needs additional time to mature and become truly wonderful. I have eaten at M.Y. China three times now and have had generally good experiences overall. The food, to my taste, was wanting not from a visual or presentation standpoint which are excellent however; the flavor and execution will need to evolve. Beef Noodle Soup, noodles are well cooked but bland in flavor while the broth was muddled in flavor definition and a little cloying in nature. The Pork Truffle Juicy Dumplings while blazing hot (as they should be) were lacking in flavor definition and at $17 dollars an order I could not discern the the usually quite distinct, truffle flavor at all. As I said, I love this concept and I'll keep coming back."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 36 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It is like a fast food experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is like a fast food experience in a pretty setting. Tables for two are on top of each other, there is a minimal wine by the glass selection, food comes either too fast or too slow, the menu sounds good, but the food is not seasoned well.
This restaurant is probably is better for a mall lunch or a quick dinner before the movie - it is not a fine dining experience.
The hostess was very competent, the waiter was friendly but too busy to be attentive."
This restaurant is probably is better for a mall lunch or a quick dinner before the movie - it is not a fine dining experience.
The hostess was very competent, the waiter was friendly but too busy to be attentive."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
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Review 37 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Situated in a mall, MY China
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Situated in a mall, MY China exceeds the expectations of "mall food". I've been here twice-once for dinner and once for brunch. Service, while spotty on the first visit a while ago, had greatly improved in my second visit. Dim sum is definitely worth it here--super fresh and tasty. Best seat in the house is at the noodle bar."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 38 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our second time at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second time at M.Y. China and we loved it all over again. The food is great, the waitpersons terrific and the Buddhas are beautiful."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 39 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome girl's night for 8
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awesome girl's night for 8 of us. Deliscious food!! Martin Yan even paid us a visit and took pics with us... If Yan can you Can!!
My friends were all pleased with our whole dinner experience!"
My friends were all pleased with our whole dinner experience!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yan can cook! Fantastic wild
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Yan can cook! Fantastic wild boar noodle soup I am still dreaming about with meat that melts in your tongue. Excellent and win, shrimp dim sum. Buttery good mushrooms that hook you on Yan. Plus, our server Amber made our meal delightful and adapted the menu to our sensitivities. Can't wait to return!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, great for lunch
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Review 41 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very stylish - Great detail was paid to the look - very pleasing - including the table settings, dishes, placemats, etc. The menu is interesting but somehwhat limited - we would recommend the chicken. The service needs improvement - one of the specialty drinks was not available. My drink (Prosecco based) was served at room temperature (would have been refreshing if served at cellar temp or chilled) Side dishes ordered arrived at the end of the meal. We had a child in our group and asked that the check be delivered with dessert. The check arrived but NO dessert or coffee. We finally just paid cash and left without dessert or coffee. The waiter and manager seemed surprised that we were unhappy!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2000
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Review 42 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The selection is awesome and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The selection is awesome and you can't go wrong with any selection you make. The Dim Sum option gives you a chance to try a sampling. You really should go with a few friends and plan to share so you can sample more dishes. Noodle dishes are especially good."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 43 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The Peking duck was good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Peking duck was good. We tried everything on the menu, but everything else was just ok. I don't need to come here again."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2008
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Review 44 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Stay Away, Will Robinson!!!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"At my first visit to this restaurant, I was extremely impressed. In two visits afterward all went downhill. To the point where I can not see my returning."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2006
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 45 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing food, cocktails, serv
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Unprofessional service. All the food arrived at once, and didn't fit on the table, yet they would not take away any dishes. The food was unremarkable. Cocktails were vodka-based and too sweet, like at a PF Chang's or other national chain. They did not seem to understand several requests. Very disappointing."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2004
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Review 46 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was quite good and somewhat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was quite good and somewhat unique. the service was terrible, there are a couple of maitre'ds that roam around and not one of them ever checked on our table of 7 and we only saw our waiter twice. They have to fix the service for me to ever return."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 47 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice food options. Great ambiance.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice food options. Great ambiance. Good price options."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 48 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our server Carlos was amazing-a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server Carlos was amazing-a real first rate experience."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 49 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Asked for a more solitary
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Asked for a more solitary table on the perimeter of the big room and got it with a smile. Waiter was very pleasant, did not rush us and helped in our decisions as this was our fight visit. Everything was delicious - we ordered too much for two, but enjoyed every bite. All tasty without being too salty, noodles with a bite, nothing gooey, undercooked or overdone. Boar meat noodles was delicious and would have fed six, so be warned if you do not like large portions (wha?)
No long waits as at other popular dim sum places in the City. Of course, there are no carts that roll by but menu is just right."
No long waits as at other popular dim sum places in the City. Of course, there are no carts that roll by but menu is just right."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 50 for M.Y. China - SF
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
OK, not bad, but nothing special.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went here because we wanted something easy with the kids (one of which is a picky eater). Food was ok-- nothing special, and if you are coming to San Francisco for great Chinese food there's a million other places you should go. That said, it wasn't bad-- it's just not a place I would go out of my way for or seek out! I will mention that the spring rolls at my favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Madison, WI (Saigon Noodles on Odana Rd!) are much better than we had here, at about 1/2 the price. I would not mind paying 2x as much if they were even a little bit better (this is SF, it ain't going to be cheap), but they weren't...."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2011
Special Features: kid-friendly
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