Four Kings

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

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   Marion

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loves the variety of the Cantonese dishes. Everything was amazing! Sad to have missed the specials but I just have to snag an earlier reservation next time.
   

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   Lisa

   San Francisco2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Overall I had a good experience at Four Kings. The food was good, but it didn’t live up to the hype. There were several outstanding dishes, especially the squab, which was delicate, perfectly cooked and crispy. Also, the squid and the lamb skewers were tender and nicely flavored. We ordered the beef chow fun and were surprised that the beef was very chewy and the sauce was bland. We had similar issues with the tomato pork chop rice - the pork chop was crispy, thick and beautifully cooked, yet the rice was lumpy and the dish lacked the silky tomato sauce of the same dish at Koi Palace. The service was very good, friendly and helpful. The only issue was that the staff insisted on keeping the door of the restaurant open to “let out smoke”. We had to keep our coats on because it was a chilly night. I would recommend Four Kings, it was a fun experience, the ambience was youthful and energetic. Just choose wisely when ordering.
   

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   Lizzie

   San Francisco8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my second time at Four Kings. The first time, I went with a friend who I knew wanted to go and he appreciated it, but was slightly picky. The second time, I took my partner and my parents. Both times we sat at the bar--however, with 4 people, we sat on the corner of the bar, and it felt almost like a table. Both times--food is very good. Service is very good. I got both reservations via OpenTable at midnight when reservations opened. We loved the squab, steak chow fun, and mapo spaghetti. Skewers were fine--small.
   

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   Zach VIP

   San Francisco7 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Tried over half the menu. Can't find anything I love here. You'll have a fine meal, but don't expect to be blown away - the hype is unreal on this place.
   

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   Jennifer

   San Francisco1 review

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Solid spot, food was good but unfortunately 1.5hrs after opening they were out of about 5 items on the menu including the squab.
   

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   Lisa

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   I recommend trying at least once. I thought it was overpriced for elevated Cantonese food.
   

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   Bailey VIP

   San Francisco23 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food and great service, what better combination?
   

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   Frank VIP

   San Francisco52 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A tough reservation to grab, bbut very well worth it. Our third visit, first when Four Kings was a popup, then soon after opening (easy reservations!), and now wild popularity. But still amazing in all respects.
   

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   Utkarsh

   Las Vegas2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 21, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Easy skip on the food part, I have no idea why this place is hyped up on the internet. But that’s San Francisco for you.
   

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    Jamie VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Delicious dishes and amazing experience as always.
    

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