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Great Eastern RestaurantB+

649 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94133 · Cantonese restaurant, Chinese restaurant, Dim sum restaurant · Chinatown

A classic Chinatown dim sum stalwart with genuinely strong dishes and a loyal following, but service can be inconsistent and the bill can leave some diners bristling.

The verdict

Great Eastern Restaurant delivers solid food quality anchored by strong dim sum and seafood execution, though inconsistent preparation across dishes and variable service attentiveness prevent a higher grade. The Chinatown destination appeal and loyal following reflect genuine appeal, but mixed execution on consistency and service knowledge keep this from grade A territory.

One caveat: Some diners hit slow, inattentive service, particularly when the room is busy.

What to order

• Dim sum
• Peking duck
• Shrimp dumplings / shrimp fried rice

What diners say

• The relief of getting hot, fresh dim sum that actually lands
• The comfort of a real old-school Cantonese dining room
• The standout Peking duck and duck-adjacent shared plates

Opening Hours

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