Eliza's — Restaurant in San Francisco

This was rec'd as one of the best chinese places in the city by a savvy, hip, foodie professional peer of mine. It's a place she has gone to for years, and took us there after a long meeting. So maybe it was the long meeting.... or maybe it was that it came recommended so highly... but It only made me miss my inner sunset haunt, Nan King Road Bistro.

This was really good chinese compared to the sloppy, oily "American" chinese food that we get used to.... it was crisp, not overcooked (aka good quality food that doesn't need to be oversauced to hide bad quality, etc), and perfect portions and presentations. The grilled eggplant was yummy, the mongolian beef was good, but lacked any real kick that I might expect, and was cooked a bit hard - a little more burnt smoke taste than I might enjoy. The chicken salad was scrumptious, and frankly... recounting the food reminds me that it's worth 4 stars, not 3. So well done.... you did a great job Eliza's!...

These wings of heaven look like they were scorched in the flames of hell. I was dissatisfied and utterly disappointed. I remembered them from back in 1992 through 1996 when I worked at a law firm up the street frim them on Oak street. I couldn't wait to have them again after 25 years, but then I placed them on a plate as soon as I got home and they looked like beef Jerky. I called to complain and the lady went off on me for complaining. They were hard, dry and old looking. Whoever fried these should get fired or sent to cooking school. Their fried rice was.. eh ok it was edible they definitely aren't the Elizas I remember. I want my money back this is a disgraceful act against hard working people who spend good money only to be given less than mediocre food they look nothing like their pictures. My dog might like them but I'll spare him the stomach ache. Never again will I order from here. Whoever thinks this is 5 stars need to go get checked at...

This is my go to spot for good Chinese food. I don't think put MSG in the food since I never feel groggy afterwards. I always order Hot and sour soup from here and it's always so good!!!

The decor is very modern and bright. I usually see a lot of families eating here, but most of the time there's just a lot of people picking up their food from a takeout order.

The steamed fish here is also very good and Buddha's delight if you like vegetables.You can't go wrong with any of the dishes here and the price is...