Chong Qing Xiao Mian in San Francisco, CA

4.1(1,221)San Francisco, CA
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Solid choice

Rated 4.1 stars based on 1221 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

San Francisco, CA • 4.1★
Chong Qing Xiao Mian, a premier San Francisco, California Chinese buffet, offers an exceptional dining experience in the heart of Chinatown. With a 4.1-star rating and over 1221 reviews, this restaurant is a testament to its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Whether you're in the mood for a simple meal or an all-you-can-eat buffet, Chong Qing Xiao Mian has something for everyone. Guests rave about their friendly service, delicious noodle soup, and flavorful dishes like Pork belly over rice and Pickled sichuan fish soup.
This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
915 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA, Chinatown, San Francisco, California
Phone
(415) 983-0888
Today
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Rating
4.1 (1,221 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

♿Wheelchair accessible

Accessible entrance and facilities

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Signature Dishes

10 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

**Pickled Sichuan Fish Soup**×2Flavorful Dishes Like **Pork Belly Over Rice**×2Noodles×2Delicious Noodle SoupFriendly Service

Also mentioned

Cleanliness Of The RestaurantFood QualityHygienePeak HoursPortion Size Like

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Regional Specialist 🏮

Sichuan regional cuisine · score 55/100
Authenticity score55/100
AuthenticSichuan

Detected from menu, FAQ answers, and restaurant name.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 30/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score30/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
5/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Karaoke and nightclubs nearby

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

👍 4.1 weighted · 1,221 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.1 from 1,221 reviews
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,221 / 690 median
03,450 (Rock Solid threshold)

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.1) with the city average (4.22) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3450+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

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Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
RestroomGood For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceCurbside PickupDogs Allowed

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualCozyNoise: Noise level

Dining Options

Food and beverage choices
LunchDinnerTable serviceLunchDinnerSolo dining

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservations

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit Cards

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
Comfort foodQuick biteSalad barSmall plates

Planning

Reservations and groups
Accepts reservations

Reviews

1,221 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the portion size like at Chong Qing Xiao Mian?

The portion sizes are reported to be large, with some reviewers having trouble finishing their meals.

Are the noodles at Chong Qing Xiao Mian authentic?

Some reviewers have reported that the noodles are not authentic, with one reviewer stating that they were missing a numbing spice flavor.

How is the food quality at Chong Qing Xiao Mian?

The food quality is reported to be variable, with some reviewers enjoying their meals and others finding them to be flavorless or overpriced.

Is Chong Qing Xiao Mian a good value for the price?

Some reviewers have reported that the restaurant is not a good value for the price, with one reviewer stating that the value for money was quite poor.

How is the hygiene at Chong Qing Xiao Mian?

Some reviewers have reported concerns about the hygiene at the restaurant, with one reviewer stating that they observed a staff member washing dishes with gloves on and then helping with food prep without changing gloves.

Can I get a to-go box at Chong Qing Xiao Mian?

Yes, the restaurant offers to-go boxes, but some reviewers have reported being charged extra for them.

Are the noodles at Chong Qing Xiao Mian spicy?

Some reviewers have reported that the noodles are spicy, while others have found them to be not spicy enough.

Is the restaurant busy on weekends?

Yes, some reviewers have reported that the restaurant is busy on weekends, but worth waiting for.

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What are the peak hours at Chong Qing Xiao Mian?

Some reviewers have reported that the restaurant is busy at 8pm on Fridays.

How is the cleanliness of the restaurant?

Some reviewers have reported concerns about the cleanliness of the restaurant, with one reviewer stating that the staff was washing dishes with gloves on and then helping with food prep without changing gloves.

Are the prices at Chong Qing Xiao Mian reasonable?

Some reviewers have reported that the prices at Chong Qing Xiao Mian are not reasonable, with one reviewer stating that the value for money was quite poor.

🍜Cultural Food Hub

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

Food & Dining
30
Retail & Shopping
12
Transportation & Automotive
12
Miscellaneous Services
10
Personal Care & Beauty
8
Recreation & Entertainment
7

108 nearby places across 14 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

108 places nearby (arts & culture, finance, food, government, healthcare)

Museums & galleries

Stylers Art Gallery

Art

~260 ft
Robert Louis Stevenson

Artwork

~500 ft

Banking

EastWest Unibank

Bank

900 Kearny Street

~150 ft
East West Bank

Atm

~180 ft
Citibank

Bank

~360 ft
Chase

Bank

1040 Grant Avenue

~380 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00
+1-415-421-5422
EastWest Unibank

Bank

~400 ft
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China

Atm

~410 ft

Restaurants

Chong Qing Xiao Mian

Fast Food

915 Kearny Street

~10 ft
Great Saigon

Restaurant

915 Kearny Street

~20 ft
House of Nanking

Restaurant

919 Kearny Street

~30 ftMo-Fr 11:00-21:00;Sa-Su 12:00-21:00
Website
House of Xian Dumpling

Restaurant

925 Kearny Street

~50 ft
Z&Y Bistro

Restaurant

Jackson Street

~60 ft
Toppu Ramen & Dim Sum House

Restaurant

941 Kearny Street

~110 ft
Cafe Zoetrope

Restaurant

916 Kearny Street

~110 ftMo-Fr 11:00-22:00; Sa 12:00-22:00; Su 12:00-21:00
+1 415 291 1700Website
Begoni Bistro

Restaurant

~130 ft
bund Shanghai Restaurant

Restaurant

640 Jackson Street

~180 ft
Peninsula Sea Food Restaurant

Restaurant

~190 ft
Enjoy Vegetarian

Restaurant

839 Kearny Street

~210 ftMo-Su 11:30-14:30,17:00-20:00
+1 415 9567868Website
Great Eastern Restaurant

Restaurant

649 Jackson Street

~220 ftWe-Mo 10:00-21:00
Website

Bars & Pubs

Wayne's Liquors

Alcohol

911 Kearny Street

~10 ft
Grasslands Bar & Lounge

Bar

905 Kearny Street

~30 ft
Comstock Saloon

Bar

155 Columbus Avenue

~210 ft
Mr. Bing's

Pub

201 Columbus Avenue

~300 ft
Red's Place

Bar

~320 ft
Lion's Den Bar & Lounge

Bar

57 Wentworth Place

~350 ft
+1 628 2014272Website
Kell’s

Bar

~380 ft
Cafe Tosca

Pub

242 Columbus Avenue

~450 ft
Li Po Cocktail Lounge

Bar

916 Grant Avenue

~480 ftMo-Su 14:00-25:30
+1 415 9820072Website
Specs Bar

Pub

12 William Saroyan Place

~480 ft
The Devil's Acre

Pub

256 Columbus Avenue

~520 ft
Paris 75

Bar

~540 ft

Cafes & Coffee

Quickly - Kobe Bento

Cafe

901 Kearny Street

~50 ft12:00-19:00
+1 415 986 2688Website
Happy Donut

Cafe

145 Columbus Avenue

~170 ft24/7
+1-415-956-9189
The Station

Cafe

596 Pacific Avenue

~290 ftMo-Fr 07:30-17:00; Sa 09:00-15:30; Su 09:00-15:00
+1 415-291-0690Website
Réveille Coffee Co.

Cafe

200 Columbus Avenue

~310 ftMo-Fi 07:00-18:00; Sa-Su 08:00-17:00
New Regent Café

Cafe

Pacific Avenue

~360 ft
Lady Luck Cafe

Cafe

956 Grant Avenue

~400 ft

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~80 ft
Mailbox

Post Box

~480 ft
United States Postal Service

Post Box

~520 ft
US Mail Service

Post Box

~540 ft

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~420 ft

Pharmacy & medical supplies

North East Medical Service

Medical Supply

~80 ft

Other healthcare

Thailand Health Spa

Massage

931 Kearny Street

~80 ft
Foot Reflexology

Massage

662 Jackson Street

~270 ft

Specialists

Ey'c on 88

Optician

~480 ft

Alternative medicine

Yu Fung Co

Herbalist

~510 ft
+1 628 867 7117

Other services

American Zoetrope

Yes

~110 ft
Website
Chinatown One Stop Career Link Center

Yes

601 Jackson Street

~120 ft
International Hotel Manilatown Center

Yes

868 Kearny Street

~150 ft
Mei Wo Florist

Florist

~150 ft
Ng Hing Kee Inc.

General

~220 ft
Zoomo

Rental

609 Pacific Avenue

~240 ftMo-Fr 11:00-19:00; Sa-Su off
Website
Wan Hua Co

Yes

~270 ft
Ying Hobbies and Toys

Anime

~280 ft
Wen Sang Jade

Yes

~300 ft
Ying Hobbies & Toys

Yes

63 Wentworth Place

~330 ft

Hair services

Mona Lisa Hair Salon

Hairdresser

927 Kearny Street

~60 ft
One Stop Salon and Spa

Hairdresser

943 Kearny Street

~130 ft
Mayfu Hair Design

Hairdresser

~320 ft
Schnitt Salon

Hairdresser

19 Columbus Avenue

~420 ft
Nirvana Beauty & Brows

Hairdresser

17 Columbus Avenue

~430 ft
Sherman Hair Salon

Hairdresser

~440 ft

Body art

Dream Masters Custom Tattoos

Tattoo

228 Columbus Avenue

~400 ft

Beauty & spa

Oriental House of Beauty

Beauty

~470 ft

Legal services

Notary service

Notary

648 Jackson Street

~200 ft
Jackson Square Law Offices

Lawyer

809 Montgomery Street

~460 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00

Real estate services

AmeriaSia Invesment Realty

Estate Agent

~400 ft

Financial & accounting services

Yee's Income Tax and Accounting

Accountant

Pacific Avenue

~410 ft

Professional services

Badger Maps

Company

539 Broadway

~540 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
+1-415-592-5909Website

Parks & amenities

Bench

Bench

~320 ft
Bench

Bench

~320 ft
Bench

Bench

~320 ft
Bench

Bench

~330 ft
Bench

Bench

~330 ft
Bench

Bench

~360 ft

Entertainment venues

Paname

Nightclub

523 Broadway

~540 ft

Funeral services

Lifemark Group

Funeral Directors

~190 ft

Places of worship

Buddha's Universal Church

Place Of Worship

~370 ft
+1 415 9826116;+1 415 9826117;+1 415 9826118Website
Church of Scientology of San Francisco

Place Of Worship

4 Columbus Avenue

~540 ft

Clothing & fashion

Yee Hing Clothing Store

Clothes

603 Jackson Street

~110 ft
+1 415-632-8663
Novella Bridal

Clothes

~320 ft
Hundred Fit Fashion

Clothes

Pacific Avenue

~400 ft
Oriental Treasures

Clothes

950 Grant Avenue

~420 ft
New Look Fashion

Clothes

~430 ft
Kaye's Footwear

Shoes

~440 ft

Specialty stores

CCSF North Beach / Chinatown Bookstore

Books

~320 ft
gogo Music & Books

Books

~340 ft
Souvenir Shop

Gift

~380 ft
Linda Boutique

Jewelry

Grant Avenue

~400 ft
+1 415 9540816Website
LA Woon Jewelry

Jewelry

Pacific Avenue

~410 ft
JL Gift Shop

Gift

953 Grant Avenue

~440 ft

Sports facilities

Sheila Kelly S Factor

Sports Centre

245 Columbus Avenue

~470 ft

Parking facilities

Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~70 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~190 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~280 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~290 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~310 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~340 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~400 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~410 ft
909 Montgomery Garage

Parking Entrance

~470 ft
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~510 ft

Public transportation

Taxi Stand at Columbus Ave at Broadway (SW Corner, in front of City Lights Book)

Taxi

259 Columbus Avenue

~520 ftAt All Times
Taxi Stand at Hilton Financial District

Taxi

750 Kearny Street

~530 ftAt All Times

Travel agencies

Stanley Travel Service

Travel Agency

~410 ft
Windy's Travel Agency

Travel Agency

~510 ft