Z & Y Restaurant

655 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States
+1 415-981-8988
$$$ Chinese restaurant
(3473 Reviews)
Price Range $30–50

Welcome to Z & Y Restaurant, a hidden gem tucked away at 655 Jackson St in the vibrant heart of San Francisco's Chinatown. This Chinese restaurant is celebrated not only for its authentic flavors but also for its energetic and inviting atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and travelers alike.

At Z & Y, you'll embark on a culinary journey that highlights the bold and intricate flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine. Explore their extensive menu featuring a tantalizing array of dishes that expertly combine spice and comfort. Among the crowd favorites, the Peking Roast Duck, a beautifully crispy and succulent dish, stands out for its rich flavor that transports diners straight to the heart of Beijing. Don't miss the Boiled Fish with Spicy Green Peppercorn which bursts with zesty flavors, or the delectable Wok-Seared Prawns with Salty Egg Yolk, a delightful twist that will leave your taste buds craving more.

The restaurant's vibe reflects the bustle of a traditional Chinatown eatery, with its warm lights and lively atmosphere creating an inviting space for gatherings. Despite occasional criticisms regarding portion sizes and one-off cleanliness issues noted by some diners, the overall experience is filled with authentic flavors and prompt service. As one patron remarked, "The prawns were to die for," capturing the essence of what makes Z & Y Restaurant a beloved dining spot.

Guests often rave about dishes like the Ma Po Tofu with Pork, a spicy delight that embodies the spirit of Sichuan cuisine, and the Twice Cooked Pork, known for its complexity in flavor and tender texture. Quick service keeps the dining experience lively and efficient, although larger crowds do mean that some diners have found the service to be a bit rushed.

Whether you're wandering through the streets of Chinatown or looking to enjoy a hearty meal after a day of exploring, Z & Y Restaurant guarantees a flavorful experience steeped in tradition. Come hungry, and leave delighted!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves comfort food
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Usually has a wait
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

11:30 AM - 3:00 PM

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4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

3473 Reviews
Chung Mai

15 Sep 2025

Right away, they lost a star because there was a hair on one of our plates. So cleanliness needs attention to detail. We got the spicy clams and the ox tails in red wine. Both were good, however small portions. Half the clams didn’t have anything in them! So for the price and what we actually received it was disappointing.

Michael C

27 Aug 2025

I know everyone thinks this is the best place, but I’ve had better in and outside of Chinatown. The spicy chicken was fair to decent. The duck was really good but for true Peking crispy duck you need to go down the street.

Ping Chaowana

14 Aug 2025

Tasty typical delicious chinese flavour. Services is prompt but not attentive. Dishes came out fast. The food portion is a bit on a small side of a scale if compared to value. Will be back to try more dishes when visit SF again.

M onic

30 Jul 2025

We got a couple things. The duck blood soup was pretty flavorful and delicious--right amount of spice. I forgot the rest of the names but the dish with the meat in chili oil "lover's delight" maybe thats the name was also delicious. Service was quick and friendly. Only gripe was that they charge for each takeout container and bag--ridiculous! I work at a restaurant and we would never even dare charge for that type of stuff and I've never seen any restaurant do that either...until now.

Manasi Palwankar

26 Jun 2025

Egg fried rice was really good. We also got the explosive chilly chicken which was a little too savory spicy for my tastebuds, but overall good food. The service is a bit rushed since there is always a big line for this restaurant.

Danice M

15 Jun 2025

After experiencing our first night market in Chinatown, our friend surprised us with reservations for Z & Y restaurant. High vibe restaurant. The Prawns were to die for. All the food was amazing. Make sure to specify non spicy. We had lamb and forgot to ask to make it mild so was too hot for my taste.

Anil Singh

03 Jun 2025

We dined here on our first evening in San Francisco. Terrific place! The atmosphere reminds me of Chinatown restaurants back home in NYC. Friendly, helpful servers, and boy, did our dishes come up fast! The lamb hot pot was very spicy but enjoyable. The Eggplant, General Tso's Chicken Beef Chow Mein, were all excellent. We weren't crazy about the tea smoked duck or the pork dumplings, but all in all, it was a great place for dinner. I'd certainly come back to sample some of the other dishes.

Jameson Soh

03 Jun 2025

This is an absolute must try when in Chinatown SF. The food is very authentic and flavorful. We tried the clam specialty dish which was steamed clams in a preserved vegetable soup base with garlic. Super interesting flavor combinations. The chili dumplings were delicious with thinner skin than their traditional Chinese counterparts. The mapo tofu was a wonderful blend of spice and numbing while still having the underlying flavors. The star dish was the tea smoked duck which was absolutely to die for. You wrap it in a thin wrap with chives and sauce. I will come back.

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