Happy Bakery — Restaurant in San Francisco

I've been going here for decades and it's the only place I'll go for quality dim sum to go. They make a special type which my grandmother used to make and I've never found any other shop in this country or any other that carries it. Note... I've lived in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Beijing and Guangzhou... so I've been around and know good quality dim sum.

The ladies there are helpful and speak enough English to get by. Just like what you'd find on the streets of Hong Kong. If you don't speak Chinese, don't worry.... just point and tell them how many orders you want. Cash only and the que can go out the door during busy times.

On the other side, is a buffet of assorted ready made Chinese food to do. Great deal for 2 or 3 items plus noodles or rice dish. Just know what you're buying and like any buffet style heating systems, if the items have been under the lights too long... it can over cook and/or dry things out.

Parking is usually not an issue, but it depends on when you go. I love that you can get in and out quickly even when I order $100-200 worth of dim sum for our...

No proper pricing for the Chinese food. Staff was extremely rude and tried to overcharge me until a second lady came out from the back. Pricey, cheaply made, and mediocre at best. They had run out of the items I was trying to get.

I don't want to speculate that it was because I don't speak Chinese (I'm of East Asian descent). I grew up in the City and I'm used to certain ethnic groups being a little "abrasive," but this level of experience was unusual, including the Chinese food itself, unfortunately.

I recommend trying other places in the area than here for Chinese food. I came here only because the homeless lady wanted their fried fish and shrimp (shameless humble brag but a relevant point). Can't comment on dimsum since I...

No frills, good food. Amazing interactions with locals but a little standoffish with non locals but who cares. The food is elite.

All the dimsum is good and I advise you mix it up and just try everything once. Crispy, soft, chewy, sweet, savory, juicy. They have all the textures and flavors you want in dimsum and the opposing chinese ready to take hot food.

I especially love the salt and pepper shrimp and fried chicken wings. A little mis communication on amount/weight led me to spending more than I wanted but the dim sum is so inexpensive it balances out. Expect lines, waiting and for thing to potentially sell out....