China Live | A Chic, Modern Chinese Eatery in SF's Chinatown 🥢✨

📍 Location: 644 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133 🏙️ Vibe: Casual-business chic (two floors, always packed!) - Think Chinese cuisine meets California flair 👨‍🍳 The Chef Behind It Helmed by George Chen (of Eight Tables fame), this spot blends tradition with a contemporary twist—though it’s clearly tailored for a global palate. 🍽️ What We Ordered 🥟 Shanghai Soup Dumplings (Sheng Jian Bao): Crispy bottom, juicy filling (though the skin runs thick). 🍖 Basil Sweet & Sour Pork Ribs: Meat was a bit dry, but the glaze saved it. 6.5 🍆 Basil Eggplant (Iron Pot): Mild flavor—needed chili sauce for a kick! 🍚 Taiwanese Braised Pork Rice: MVP! So good we took leftovers home for lunch the next day. 🥬 Garlic Choy Sum with Black Beans: Light but fragrant (extra garlic, please!). 7.5 🥗 "Bang Bang" Weird Chicken Salad: More bean sprouts than chicken (where’s the meat?!). 🍗 Singaporean Shrimp Paste Wings: Basic fried chicken + generic spicy sauce (skip). 🥚 Century Egg with Chili: Cool, slippery, for pidan lovers only. 🛍️ Bonus They sell house-made sauces and teas—great gifts for non-Chinese friends! 🌍 The Verdict For locals: A decent option if you’re craving sheng jian bao in a nice setting. For tourists: A safe, fusion-friendly intro to Chinese flavors. #ChinaLiveSF #ModernChinese #ChinatownEats #SFfoodie