China Live San Francisco
Welcome to China Live, co-founded by world-renowned Chef George Chen and his wife and business partner, Cindy Wong-Chen. Together, they have created a vibrant destination for Chinese cuisine, culture, and discovery.
As China Live’s resident tastemaker, Cindy plays an essential role in shaping its identity and keeping it fresh and relevant. Her discerning eye and thoughtfully curated retail experience bring together distinctive homewares, culinary essentials, and specialty products, inviting guests to take a piece of China Live home.
Recognized with Eater’s “Restaurant of the Year” and a place on Time Magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places” list, China Live welcomes food lovers, trendsetters, and world travelers who explore by palate.
Experience Chinese cuisine through Chef Chen’s culinary creations, rooted in China’s rich traditions and brought to life in our open kitchens. Discover a place where food, design, and shopping come together to engage all the senses.
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China Live Restaurant
Dive into a world of bold, clean flavors in our Main Dining Hall – the heart of China Live. Explore a diverse array of dishes expertly crafted to perfection by our talented chefs. The seasonal menu using sustainable, farm-to-table practices is personally curated by Chef Chen. Eight specialized stations merge traditional Chinese and modern culinary preparations, playing host to a culinary passage with a front row seat to a real dining adventure.
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Cold Drinks Bar
Inspired by a legendary bar in Shanghai’s historic French Concession, the award-winning design hosts the discriminating connoisseur in search of finest whiskeys and curated cocktails. Accolades include “Cocktail of the Year” for our ‘Sometimes Old Fashioned’ and “#14 Coolest Bar in the World” by MSN.
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Shop China Live
Bring some China Live magic home from your culinary journey from our retail store. Filled with Asian spices, sauces and condiments, snacks and other unique kitchen-ware items curated by Chef Chen and his wife-partner Cindy Wong-Chen. Explore award-winning products made on site in our kitchens including China Live Chili Bean Sauce, Chef Chen’s Famous Chili Crisp and Peking duck Fat Popcorn. Impress your friends, family and guests with house-made China Live products right in your own home!
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Our Fans
Welcome back to another thrilling and unforgettable culinary adventure with us at China Live! Immerse yourself in the heart of Asian culture and flavors, right here in historic Chinatown, San Francisco. Allow us to make your every visit an unforgettable experience and join our thousands of loyal fans who come back in to make new memories time and time again.
