10 Great Old-School Chinese Restaurants In SF

"San Tung is the youngest restaurant on this guide, but it’s got that institution-y aura that makes us feel like it’s been around since black and white TVs. Despite their cult-famous chicken wings, this Sunset spot is still as straightforward as it gets: write your name down on the white board to reserve a spot in line (there will be a line), huddle on the sidewalk with the friend groups and 10-person families, and devour a plate of those sticky-sweet wings once you’re in. Other dishes that need your attention are the stretchy black bean noodles and any of the boiled dumplings filled with pork or fish." - julia chen 1, patrick wong, ricky rodriguez