The Empress by Boon

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   Elaine or Derek

   Denver

   66 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   66 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Back at Empress by Boon which is on our regular rotation when in San Francisco. The food was exquisite as always and every course a real delight. We ordered the optional duck dish which was so good we ordered another instead of dessert. From the greeting at the door by Sean and Jim to the professional service provided by Natalie, Jorge and the young Colombian gent, it was a wonderful time. Throw in the beautiful view of the city and Coit Tower and it is an evening to remember. My wife is from Penang, Malaysia one of the food capitals of SE Asia and enjoyed it as much as I did. Chef Boon (also from Northern Malaysia) came out and we had a very nice chat. What a great evening. Cannot wait to be back.
   

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   Joanne

   San Francisco

   174 reviews

   5.0

   174 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   Prefix menu with a good variety, nice presentation, and delicious food. Service is always impeccable. Nice window views.
   

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   S

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Stated on open table ressie that this was a for a birthday. Even confirmed with waitress at end of meal that there was a birthday . They did not have any specials like free dessert for birthday even though we saw another table getting it and several Yelp reviews show they got birthday desserts. What's the point in stating the occasion on open table when it is not acknowledged or we have to remind the wait staff? Very disappointed on this not so happy occasion.
   

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   Mila

   San Francisco

   31 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   31 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Last night's dinner was our fourth with them. As usual, all our expectations from the first three good experiences have been met. We are very pleased with this Restaurant and highly recommend it.
   

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   Jen

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Very delicious food in a gorgeous setting. The views of San Francisco are stunning from the 6th floor.
   

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   Mike

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   Kinda too expensive for the food and portion is really small
   

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   Grace

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   I've been looking forward to "coming back" since I heard about Empress by Boon! I grew up going to the Empress of China for countless weddings, red egg & ginger parties, birthday parties, fundraisers, etc. I even shook Mrs. Barbara Bush's hand in front of the restaurant as she got out of her vehicle to attend a Republican event. So many precious memories at this land mark. It's so exciting to see how Empress by Boon has transformed it into its own special modern style while preserving some of the images of the past. It's beautiful; helps us natives to appreciate what we have in the City. The food portions are just right, & the tastes are so unique & fulfilling! This gives me a good excuse to treat my loved one down a trip on memory lane in addition to sharing a new experience! Thank you for re-creating this special place for all of us to enjoy!
   

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   V

   San Francisco

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 15, 2024

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

   I’ve been to Empress by Boon many times, but this visit might be my last. We went as a party of five, and the food was incredibly salty—almost inedible. We didn’t feel well after eating. The service was okay, but there was a loud, screaming group next to us. We paid almost $1K for five people, and it was the worst Chinese food I’ve ever had.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 15, 2024

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

   A very different experience from the usual steak and seafood restaurants. The view and ambiance has a classy and fun feel. The food is very tasty and not overly rich. Highly recommended.
   

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    Tim

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

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

    My family and I were celebrating a special occasion, a family reunion of sorts. The atmosphere of the surprising restaurant was stunning. The delicious plates of food that came out one after the other were delicious. The cocktails were works of art! Have I mentioned a great view of Coit Tower.abd Telegraph Hill? All in all it was a very special night in a delightful environment It's super tasty food! highly recommend
    

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