Popped in for a quick lunch! Very good, very quick, very fresh! Would like to try for dinner!

The boyfriend and I are frequent guests at Eliza's, sometimes we have eaten a full meal, sometimes with out of town guests. I live in the neighborhood. On Saturday night when we went for a light snack, Eliza's was not busy, there were at least 4 tables for two that were vacant and remained unoccupied throughout our dinner. We ordered a soup and Chicken Fried Rice. The manager immediately came to our table and said that we didn't order enough food, in order to stay we needed to order more food. Rather than cause a problem we ordered food that we didn't want. I am offended and I feel the manager was a bully. I won't be dining at Eliza's again. There are plenty of other Chinese restaurants in the neighborhood. read more

It was really sucks.The worst Chinese I've ever had.I ordered lemon chicken,wonton and Mapo Tofu.Can u believe that they just put the sweet sour sauce on the fried chicken and call it lemon chicken?And the wonton was undercooked.Never come again! read more

I used to be a big fan of lunch at Eliza's on Potrero Hill, but California St? Never again. Take out order was minuscule, all except for the lunch special, 90% of which consisted of steamed rice. Dude, seriously?! Perhaps the Pacific Heights housewives prefer it this way so that they can split an order with one of their fit-bitted, cross-fitted pals? Worst of all is the attitude...horrid. It's as if they are doing you some sort of favor by accepting your hard earned dollars. The one on Pot Hill closed unfortunately, this one is unfortunately still open. Beware. read more

This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in San Francisco. I have been eating there since its been on Oak Street. The food alway tastes like it been made with care. I love the soups, the duck, the steak, mushrooms and vegetable dishes. It alway clean and the decor is beautiful. This is a family owned and run place that makes eating out in San Francsico fun. read more

After such a great experience at the Eliza's in Potrero Hill, I was looking forward to a relaxing dinner date at this location. The decor was fabulous with all the bright glass and spaciousness, but that was about all that impressed me about this place. The dishes were disappointing, mostly because their description was deceiving. A simple prawn entree came out deep-fried with a thick creamy sauce and the duck dish left a lot to be desired. The worst part of the whole experience had to be the "waitbots" who hover over your table looking to snatch your plate the instant you might be done and can't wait to rush you out the door. All in all, definitely the evil step-sister in this culinary fairytale. read more

Excellent chinese food, grouchy unattractive staff. The lunch menu is quite reasonable. My sister said that the soup that was served was "resession soup" and not the same as other times she went. It was ok. The main course was excellent. My sister got the Mango Beef, which others have reviewed as superlative and I agree that it was quite tasty. My dish was excellent also as was the pu pu platter. All in all, a good experience. The staff just needs to get happy. read more

Had my first date with my current spouse at Eliza's when they had a location on Potrero Hill. Sixteen years later the food is still as good as ever and a wonderful reminder of that evening. read more

I love Eliza's on 18th Street and obviously this is the same group (Levis and white shirts gave it away before I even peeped the menu). To be truthful, I've only used this one for take-out lunch -- over abundance of rice but the food is good and the price is right. This one might be as good as 18th Street if I gave it a chance but, for now, have to stay at 4 stars (which is pretty good for a lunch spot). By the way, there's always lots of teenagers at lunchtime (school on the corner). read more

Tasty Chinese food, no doubt. Not authentic at all, but definitely nicer/fresher than most American-Chinese take out joints. And did I mention it was fast? I went there for lunch and 7 of us were served in about 7 minutes (and I'm only exaggerating a little). Good sized portions, attentive waitstaff. Lunch is a good deal but dinner starts to get a little pricey for basic Chinese food. read more

Only acceptable on Christmas right before the Latke Ball.

Just as good and cute as it's Potrero Hill sibling. Also, my gym used to be around the corner, (before the Russians took it over) so I never felt bad about chowin' down here after 'earning it'. Hmmmm, I could use some Eliza's right f'ing now! read more

This is good Chinese food. My dad always makes us go to the same place every time he visits me. It is a little annoying because I always want to try a new more expensive restaurant that he can pay for but he LOVES this place so we have been here about 5 times. The food is fresh, good, and pretty cheap. I always get the Kung Pao Chicken. Yum read more

hmm just came back from this place. First off, it's a beautiful venue. that's it! WE had their special chicken, as recommended by the waitress. She was right its deep fried w/ special sauce, what was missing is actually the chicken, a good majority of the chicken is so battered, my question is, where's the freakin' chicken. WE then had their pepper garlic prawns, so pretty, flavors were alright, the prawns were very soggy, it felt like it was dep fried and left to so so sad... thhen we had their peking duck, as recommended by i dont' know if he's the owner, sure it wasn't too bad, and he did offer us a little bit more of the pancakes, but daaang where's the DUCK!!?!??! hmmm... dinner avg was $20 per person. hmm... not worth it... and parking is TERRIBLE!!!! read more

The lunch deal cannot be beat, tons of food for under $6. The mushroom and prawns is the best.

I don't get this place at all. It's been recommended to me time and again... and I've tried it time and again... and the food just doesn't have much flavor. I like spicy, strong, full tastes, and the food here has none of that. Very average and bland, IMHO. read more

this place is quite close to my house, so i go there a lot, and i have to say, i really like it. the servers are not the friendliest bunch, but the food comes out fast as hell. if you get as cranky as i do when i'm hungry, and let yourself be hungry for a very long time before actually deciding you should probably really get serious about eating something (as i do), then that kind of speed is clutch. for those veggie-minded folks: -mandarain eggplant. oh god yes. am sitting here hungover on a saturday morning and cannot wait to get my hands on that shit once they open in....ugh, 6 hours. -sauteed string beans. tons of garlic, but very tasty. -kung pao tofu. yum. this place is totally delicious, has a totally nice atmosphere, and is way reasonably priced. recommended: yes. read more

Jane and Bing and daughter Eliza run one of the best restaurants in SF. Great art, great food and great people.

I love this place. I have yet to receive bad service from the staff. The colors took a while for me to get used to, with so many things going on it was hard for me to focus. But all in all the food is excellent! I'd highly recommend the crabmeat rangoon and Eliza's chow mein as easy staples. read more

Dined in both location. Decor is a (or few) step up from other Chinese restaurants. But definitely NOT authentic Chinese food. not really fusion either. I had the mango beef/chicken, still don't know what the buzz is all about. i guess i am more into authentic food, and for a few extra bucks, i can be at places with even better ambiance and decor.. Not a place i will pick up to entertain people. read more

You get what you pay for here. The food is decent, the portions are quite large and the service is tolerable. While I don't know if would call this "healthy" Chinese food as some of the other reviews have alluded - but it isn't sopping in MSG which is a plus in my book. I think the lunch special is amazing, so much food for such a low price! read more

A rare combination of a nice atmosphere and authentic chinese. I am a tough critic, and there are so many places you can get one without the other. Good for families...as I often take my stepsons, but also go on our own when we are looking for some Hot and Sour soup that is the best in the city. read more

My family and I are complete Chinese food snobs... we never recommend any Chinese restaurants, but Elizas is the only "Americanized Chinese" place that we will go to. Its clean and the food is really good... not overly greasy or anything, and they do not use MSG. I really love this place. The people are really friendly and every dish I have ever ordered is very tasty. read more

To be honest, I am kinda shocked that anyone would give this place anything lower than 4 stars. The food is great. The decor is nicer than 95% of the Chinese restaurants in the city. It is a great place to pick up and bring home. Lunch specials are cheap. Don't listen to the haters. This place is real good and a must try if you have not already. Try the Eliza cake appetizer and the Mongolian beef. You will not be disappointed. read more

Great bargain lunch spot. You can walk out of here with the lunch special for $8 incl tax and tip. I love the fresh flavor and style of food here, the curt service is made up for in the fact that your food comes out in 2 minutes. read more

The food is good but the service is bad. I work down the street at Kaiser we always go there for lunch have had group lunch and dinner parties there. They see us there all the time but insist on being rude and give terrible service. It's as if they don't even care. They have a sign that says they have the right to refuse service....... so if you don't like don't come. I have never received good service from this restaurant and I have been going there for the past 8 years. I sure wish the other one was still open. read more

Eliza's rivals any Chinese restaurant in The City with its amazing cuisine and really affordable prices. A true Pac Heights treasure. They are great with takeout and are sure to get your order right each and every time. The meat and vegetables are always fresh and of the highest quality. The chefs always make the extra effort with presentation whether it is garnishing the plate with a fresh cut rose bud or star shaped kiwi slice. The food comes out quick so be ready to eat! The "Honey Walnut Prawns" (not listed on the everyday menu) are to die for...a real treat! The host at the front door isn't the friendliest...but the food makes up for it! I've had friends take a 50 mile drive just so they could get their fix!! read more

A good friend and I had a terrible experience at Eliza's after the lunch rush. It started when my friend's ice water glass broke at the bottom for no apparent reason, spilling ice water all over her. We notified the Manager, "Richard", who moved us to another table. When my friend said she was really upset that she was now drenched with ice water due to a defect in the restaurant's glass (or else they may have poured ice water into a hot glass which is why it cracked?), all "Richard" could say was, "good thing it wasn't vinegar". She was rather surprised at this callous remark, as "Richard" did not seem to empathize with the fact that she was now freezing cold, because of the restaurant's defective glass. Then at the end of the meal, we were given a full bill! Her portion was only about $7.00, and the restaurant didn't want to comp my friend's lunch (at the very least) for the trouble their defective glass caused her? We were appalled. When we asked to speak to "Richard" about this, he was shocked that we asked him to comp my friend's lunch, and started arguing with us about this. Only when my friend and I walked out without paying, and he followed us down the block (about a block away) did he finally agree to comp my friend her lunch, but very grudgingly and with a mean attitude. He later told us after we asked his name and he told us "Richard", that his name wasn't really Richard! This was my friend's first time to this restaurant, but not mine. I was already familiar with the rude service, but this took the cake! Restaurant management does not treat people this way in any good or even decent establishment. Needless to say, neither my friend nor I will never be back to Eliza's! read more

I've been a customer here for years and think very highly of the food, quality and staff. My first Eliza's experience came at the old place in Potrero. I happened to land there for a lunch special on Hot & Sour Soup day (all lunch specials come w/ a soup). I am a big fan of H&S soup when done right, or, I should say, how I like it. And, Eliza's NAILS IT!! Some of the best I've had. Fortunately, the rest of the menu is great as well. The Peking Duck was recommend to me by the chef at Cafe Kati (no longer around ...sigh...) as one of his faves. Treat yourself some time. Its fantastic. The BBQ lamb chops are must haves, but not on the regular menu. While the regular menu has many stand-by Chinese dishes, I find they all satisfy w/ quality ingredients, proper cooking and reasonable portions. In fact, I think even the "run-of-the-mill" Spicy Basil Chicken really elevates Eliza's its menu as fresh ingredients in a dish like that can take it to the next level... I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. Oh, I also like that they don't use MSG. One last bit, I've seen reviews (and heard from folks who've been there) quips that its "fusion" or "not authentic". I suppose I can't really comment on that since I am not a "foodie" nor an expert on authenticity, but I will say it is great food for it genre; what ever that is. I call it REALLY GOOD CHINESE FOOD!! 5-stars baby!! read more

Completely satisfied with our take out on Friday 5/26/17. Haven't been in a long time prefer to eat in because it is one of the prettiest. But we were tired so did take out. As I was perusing the menu on Yelp I was reading lousy reviews so I must disagree. Ours was very good. Hot and Sour soup- yes. And the Princess Prawns good as was the Hunan Beef, Eliza's Spicy Chicken and Eliza's Fried Rice. All Yummy. Will be back. read more

3 stars, and would get 5 if it wern't for service! This place has some of the best Chinese food in the bay and it is so nice and clean inside! Their chow mein is soooo addictive! I really like their eggplant and recommend this for vegetarians, and for meat eaters their chicken dishes are good and even their mongolian and mango beef is super delicious. If you come here you won't be disappointed as long as you expect a long wait to be seated and really bad service. The service isn't bad in that it is slow, in fact it was pretty fast, but there is just no conversation what so ever. Our waiter, who was a male, was nice and kind, but the women that brought us water, our bill, etc. , not so much....When I say "thank you" I get no response, or even if you ask a question like "can I please have this boxed?" there is no response, they just quickly take it away from you with a stern look. They act like they are angry with you! A smile doesn't hurt anyone, does it? I have been coming to Eliza's since I went to school across the street back in the early 2000's and the service has always been this way. I even remember them being extra rude to the high school students and trying to rip us off at times... I would have thought something would have changed by now, considering its about 10 years later! Although the service sucks, the food is just sooo good and that's why they still get 3.5 stars! I will continue to come here when/if I make it out to the Pac Heights area, and just keep hoping that next time I will have a waitress in a good mood! read more

Probably your best option for Chinese in the Western Addition, although not much of an option. The Potrero Hill location is somewhat nicer and the atmosphere alone makes the food seem like it tastes better. You'd be better off at Eric's or ordering delivery from Brandy Ho. read more

It's clean and upscale chinese. The presentation is beautiful and the food is good. I can't say I'd go a lot and it's a block away from me. I rather get the cheaper, better tasting version at Ben Wah. read more

Casual, family orientated restaurant that offers delicious Chines cuisine. A group of my friends and I went here last night and everyone just raved about the food. We ordered a lot, but the Mango Beef, Walnut Prawns, Vegetarian Chow Moon were the real standouts. Service was great. I haven't been to Eliza's for a few years, and the food is just as good (if not better as how I remember it). I will say that the entrees were a bit salty and greasy, and does compel one to consume large amounts of water (probably not the healthiest of restaurants). The decor in the restaurant is also slightly tacky, but the quality of the food outweighs all of this. I highly recommend this restaurant and cant wait come back again soon! read more

Lunch special is excellent - about six dollars for rice, soup, and a main dish. The food isn't super flavorful but it also doesn't taste like you're inhaling MSGs. read more

GREAT Chinese. What qualifies Eliza's as great? Only one thing. I didn't have to race to the bathroom an hour after I ate.

I love Elizas take on Chinese food. Absolutely love their sesame chicken, their Kung pow chicken, and their Mushu vegetable. They also have a great combination taster tray. Their dumplings are also spot on! read more

Off the hook chinese restaurant, right down the street from my house. Food is great, spicy eggplant is my fave. Service not always the best, but the food is consistently good. read more

I miss this place. They have some great dishes. It is great for groups although expect a wait. Some of the food can be a little greasy, but all in all some tasty Chinese Food. read more

Always tasty at a great price. House duck special is my go to. Funky decor to boot!