Cantonese cuisine with panoramic harbor views, known for dim sum
Street Level Drumm &, Four Embarcadero Center, Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94111 Get directions
$50–100 · Menu
"With a behemoth $14-million space in the Embarcadero Center to call its own, this restaurant and bar is no mom-and-pop Cantonese joint. In fact, its dining room showcases impressive views of the Ferry building and Bay Bridge from its sunny upper deck patio; add to that a beautiful and polished interior space offering sun-drenched rooms as well as more intimately lit nooks.For lunch, you can order from the extensive dim sum selection, a separate kitchen menu or simply pick whatever strikes your fancy from the passing carts. From sesame balls to fried daikon and shrimp rolls, one really can’t go wrong. For dinner though, go for the crispy, golden-brown Peking duck, served with crunchy cucumber and scallions, steamed buns and a decadent house-made sauce." - Michelin Inspector
"A Cantonese waterfront spot favored for dim sum and scenic Embarcadero views; the barbecue baked pork buns are a must-order, with a crunchy sugary crust oozing sweet char siu pork. Patrons often enjoy dim sum on the terrace on sunny days. Other notable dishes include braised brisket with daikon in a clear broth, salt-and-pepper crab, and a Chinese chicken salad topped with thin slices of abalone." - Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner
"Run by members of the R&G Lounge crew, Harborview is more than just a swanky banquet space with views of the water. It’s also serving some of the tastiest dim sum in the city, turning out consistently solid versions of all the standards, from har gow to siu mai to baked barbecue pork buns. The restaurant has an extensive takeout menu that includes dim sum, family-style entrees, and prix-fixe meals — and even Dungeness crab." - Lena Park
"With its massive space on the Embarcadero just a quick walk from the Ferry Building and across the street from the waterfront, Harborview has become a dim sum institution in San Francisco. It’s from the original owner of R&G Lounge in Chinatown, so expect an extensive menu of staples including dumplings, chicken feet, and fried pot stickers, but with impressive views of the Bay Bridge from the upper patio. For dinner, the Michelin Guide calls out the “crispy, golden-brown Peking duck, served with crunchy cucumber and scallions, steamed buns and a decadent house-made sauce.”" - Paolo Bicchieri
"Of course, Dungeness often makes a dramatic appearance at upscale dim sum spots, and Harborview does not disappoint when it comes to bay views and crab specials. Feast on whole crab, either smothered in Singapore-style chiles or deep-fried and golden in the classic salt and pepper. Or take comfort in a big bowl of congee with either a half or whole crab sunk into the porridge." - Eater Staff
