Named by 'GQ Magazine' as one of the top 10 restaurants in the country in 2012, this trendy spot operated out of the former Lung Shan serves up fiery Szechuan-influenced Chinese food from rock-star chef Danny Bowien. The music is loud, the servers are cool, and the Ma Po Tofu is deliciously screaming hot at this popular alternative to 'traditional' Chinese food. Expect a wait, but the food is well worth it.
Address:
2234 Mission St., San Francisco, CA, United States