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Chinese · San Francisco

4.3 · 251 reviews Google
www.gourmetsf.com

About Gourmet Carousel

Gourmet Carousel, located in San Francisco, offers a diverse menu of classic Chinese dishes at affordable prices. With a 4.3-star rating from 251 reviews, we strive to provide fast and convenient service, whether you choose to dine in, take out, or have your meal delivered. We are open for lunch and...

Gourmet Carousel, located in San Francisco, offers a diverse menu of classic Chinese dishes at affordable prices. With a 4.3-star rating from 251 reviews, we strive to provide fast and convenient service, whether you choose to dine in, take out, or have your meal delivered. We are open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 8 PM. Our restaurant is wheelchair accessible, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests. We also offer a selection of alcoholic beverages to complement your meal. Please note that we are closed on Sundays.

What Customers Say About Gourmet Carousel

Gourmet Carousel is a popular spot for Cantonese cuisine, known for large portions, reasonable prices, and fast service. Many customers praise the friendly staff and consider it a family favorite. Recent ownership change has been well-received.

Popular Dishes

lobster lo mein Peking duck chicken wonton soup hung tao yee foo fried wonton soup Japanese style beef cubes and tofu bbq pork fried rice chicken fried rice pot stickers

Best For

Families Locals Casual Quick Bite

Tip: Expect large portions and good value. Some dishes like crispy fried chicken may require a 30-minute prep time.

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🚗 Delivery Accessible 🍽️ Lunch 🌙 Dinner
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👥 Groups

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Explore the area around Gourmet Carousel

Gourmet Carousel is located in San Francisco, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Historical Heritage

  • Wormser-Coleman House (A 235m) — historic building in California, United States San Francisco Designated Landmark
  • Grabhorn Press Building (A 240m) — historic building in San Francisco, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • Dr. Martin M. Krotoszyner Medical Offices and House (A 660m) — historic building in San Francisco, California, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos

Religious Buildings

  • San Francisco Lighthouse Church (A 237m)
  • St. Bruno's Church (A 390m) — church building in United States of America

Parks & Gardens

  • Lafayette Park (A 447m) — park in San Francisco
  • Sergeant John Macaulay Park (A 674m) — park in the United States of America

Other Points of Interest

  • Bush Street Temple (A 388m) — building in California, United States
  • Japanese American National Library (A 388m) — library
  • Japan Center (San Francisco) (A 691m) — shopping mall in California, United States

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Frequently asked questions about Gourmet Carousel

Gourmet Carousel is located at 1559 Franklin St, San Francisco, CA 94109, San Francisco.
Near Gourmet Carousel you can find points of interest such as Wormser-Coleman House, San Francisco Lighthouse Church, Grabhorn Press Building, Bush Street Temple.
Gourmet Carousel offers chinese cuisine.
Gourmet Carousel has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Gourmet Carousel offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at Gourmet Carousel based on customer reviews are: lobster lo mein, Peking duck, chicken wonton soup, hung tao yee foo fried wonton soup, Japanese style beef cubes and tofu.
Gourmet Carousel is ideal for families, locals, casual dining, quick bites.
Gourmet Carousel is a popular spot for Cantonese cuisine, known for large portions, reasonable prices, and fast service. Many customers praise the friendly staff and consider it a family favorite. Recent ownership change has been well-received.
Expect large portions and good value. Some dishes like crispy fried chicken may require a 30-minute prep time.
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Gourmet Carousel San Francisco Reviews

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Reviews (40)
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Hilja Koski

Delicious, as usual. Also got Chinese broccoli and Mongolian beef. Always delightful.

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Nathan Gill

The food is delicious here. If you love true authentic Chinese cuisine; give this place a try. The ownership just changed and now I finally have a favorite Chinese restaurant in the city. Fastest take out (ready within 12mins). I ordered the chicken fried rice and pot stickers for lunch today. The portion for a single order of Chicken Fried Rice and single order of Potstickers is enough for 2 adults. I split it with my wife and we have fried rice leftovers for later tonight. They make their own potstickers because the ingredients are full of flavour, the skin is the perfect thickness (not thick whatsoever) and they put corn kernels inside with the other ingredients. Most Chinese restaurant in the city have not satisfied my experienced palette in decades. My wife has travelled to China for work projects and agrees that this place is truly authentic. Real Chinese fried rice should not have carrots and peas; it should only be rice, choice of meat, egg, green onion and seasoning. This place does a great job and I highly recommend it. They are friendly and professional when you go inside to pay for the take out. I will definitely be a regular and look forward to trying the other menu items on their new menu. Thank you Gourmet Carousel for the tasty meal!

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Nancy M

First time ordering food since they changed ownership. I ordered bbq pork fried rice; no veggies only rice, egg, onion and pork. They said 10 mins on the phone and timing was perfect. I live just 2 doors from the restaurant on the Pine side. The gentleman was arriving with my food to the front when I walked in. Very friendly and professional. The serving size is plently for 2 adults if split. I order just for myself and there will be left overs for later. The bbq pork has rich flavour and is very tastey. The rice has good texture and flavor. The egg and season are great. Perfect amount of onion. I look forward to trying other items on the menu and adding more images the next time I order take out from them. Thank you Gourmet Carousel team!

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Cathy H

Absolutely Fantastic. The service was lightning fast and the food portions are unbelievable. Huge. Definitely a 5*

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Lizzie Siegle

Homey, cozy, delicious Cantonese food in large portions for very reasonable prices. My parents began coming here around 1983 and I grew up coming here. On special occasions, we get the lobster lo mein or Peking duck. Also love the chicken wonton soup (and hung tao yee foo fried wonton soup), salt and pepper pork chops, fried chicken, Peking duck, and 3 shredded meats fried rice noodle which you can’t find in many places! Friendly family-like service. Good for takeout or dine-in—you can watch warriors and giants games here!

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W X (William)

Japanese style beef cubes and tofu was delicious. Generous portions and great flavor! Prices are super good, too.

M
Molly McCaughey

Huge portions. Low prices. The lady who works there is pretty cool too. This place is a hidden gem for sure.

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Mike Kirk

I love good food. Everything has been good so far.

Hilja Koski
Hilja Koski

Delicious, as usual. Also got Chinese broccoli and Mongolian beef. Always delightful.

Nathan Gill
Nathan Gill

The food is delicious here. If you love true authentic Chinese cuisine; give this place a try. The ownership just changed and now I finally have a favorite Chinese restaurant in the city. Fastest take out (ready within 12mins). I ordered the chicken fried rice and pot stickers for lunch today. The portion for a single order of Chicken Fried Rice and single order of Potstickers is enough for 2 adults. I split it with my wife and we have fried rice leftovers for later tonight. They make their own potstickers because the ingredients are full of flavour, the skin is the perfect thickness (not thick whatsoever) and they put corn kernels inside with the other ingredients. Most Chinese restaurant in the city have not satisfied my experienced palette in decades. My wife has travelled to China for work projects and agrees that this place is truly authentic. Real Chinese fried rice should not have carrots and peas; it should only be rice, choice of meat, egg, green onion and seasoning. This place does a great job and I highly recommend it. They are friendly and professional when you go inside to pay for the take out. I will definitely be a regular and look forward to trying the other menu items on their new menu. Thank you Gourmet Carousel for the tasty meal!

Nancy M
Nancy M

First time ordering food since they changed ownership. I ordered bbq pork fried rice; no veggies only rice, egg, onion and pork. They said 10 mins on the phone and timing was perfect. I live just 2 doors from the restaurant on the Pine side. The gentleman was arriving with my food to the front when I walked in. Very friendly and professional. The serving size is plently for 2 adults if split. I order just for myself and there will be left overs for later. The bbq pork has rich flavour and is very tastey. The rice has good texture and flavor. The egg and season are great. Perfect amount of onion. I look forward to trying other items on the menu and adding more images the next time I order take out from them. Thank you Gourmet Carousel team!

Cathy H
Cathy H

Absolutely Fantastic. The service was lightning fast and the food portions are unbelievable. Huge. Definitely a 5*

Lizzie Siegle
Lizzie Siegle

Homey, cozy, delicious Cantonese food in large portions for very reasonable prices. My parents began coming here around 1983 and I grew up coming here. On special occasions, we get the lobster lo mein or Peking duck. Also love the chicken wonton soup (and hung tao yee foo fried wonton soup), salt and pepper pork chops, fried chicken, Peking duck, and 3 shredded meats fried rice noodle which you can’t find in many places! Friendly family-like service. Good for takeout or dine-in—you can watch warriors and giants games here!

W X (William)
W X (William)

Japanese style beef cubes and tofu was delicious. Generous portions and great flavor! Prices are super good, too.

Molly McCaughey
Molly McCaughey

Huge portions. Low prices. The lady who works there is pretty cool too. This place is a hidden gem for sure.

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Richard Navarro

Always a solid place for good Chinese food!

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Michelle Szeto

Solid food and service is quick. Big portions too. No charge for tea. A family favorite! Recommend beef stew black bean chow mein and yefu fried wonton soup!

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Jise Shen

Really kind staff! I accidentally left my passport there, and when I returned the next day, I was warmly greeted and relieved to find my belongings had been kept safe. Truly appreciated! The food was also authentic and fresh. 生意興隆!

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Kevin Chan

My family's favorite lunch restaurant. Staff is very nice and portions are large.

Richard Navarro
Richard Navarro

Always a solid place for good Chinese food!

Kevin Chan
Kevin Chan

My family's favorite lunch restaurant. Staff is very nice and portions are large.

Michelle Szeto
Michelle Szeto

Solid food and service is quick. Big portions too. No charge for tea. A family favorite! Recommend beef stew black bean chow mein and yefu fried wonton soup!

Jise Shen
Jise Shen

Really kind staff! I accidentally left my passport there, and when I returned the next day, I was warmly greeted and relieved to find my belongings had been kept safe. Truly appreciated! The food was also authentic and fresh. 生意興隆!

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Roji fox

Classic delicious Chinese food in an old fashioned Chinese restaurant. After a brief holiday Yin has returned to bring her beloved neighborhood restaurant and cuisine back to life!!! Just like before Dinner and Lunch! Back again and its October 6 2025 And after while the CRISPY CHICKEN is back on the Menu!!! I came to Celebrate the Moon Festival tonight and got the Crispy Chicken and beef with Bitter Melon as well as Kung Pao Shrimp!!! All so delicious! I asked several friends to come but they were all too busy. They missed a fabulous Dinner!!!

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Jonathan Cohen

Had a very tasty meal at a good price. The flavors and quality of the meat were good.

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M. Höni

I don‘t get all these negative comments. It‘s a good Chinese restaurant. Even though it was my first time dining here, my sweet and sour pork was amazingly good!

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Andrew T

Great and quick food with attentive service. Don't expect overly nice service, but they know what they're doing. The lunch menu that pulls up on the Google map profile does not accurately reflect the prices. Expect to pay $1-4 more per item.

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Andromeda Ascendant

I received my food quickly. I was served by a nice enough lady. The soup was decent

Roji fox
Roji fox

Classic delicious Chinese food in an old fashioned Chinese restaurant. After a brief holiday Yin has returned to bring her beloved neighborhood restaurant and cuisine back to life!!! Just like before Dinner and Lunch! Back again and its October 6 2025 And after while the CRISPY CHICKEN is back on the Menu!!! I came to Celebrate the Moon Festival tonight and got the Crispy Chicken and beef with Bitter Melon as well as Kung Pao Shrimp!!! All so delicious! I asked several friends to come but they were all too busy. They missed a fabulous Dinner!!!

Jonathan Cohen
Jonathan Cohen

Had a very tasty meal at a good price. The flavors and quality of the meat were good.

M. Höni
M. Höni

I don‘t get all these negative comments. It‘s a good Chinese restaurant. Even though it was my first time dining here, my sweet and sour pork was amazingly good!

Andrew T
Andrew T

Great and quick food with attentive service. Don't expect overly nice service, but they know what they're doing. The lunch menu that pulls up on the Google map profile does not accurately reflect the prices. Expect to pay $1-4 more per item.

Andromeda Ascendant
Andromeda Ascendant

I received my food quickly. I was served by a nice enough lady. The soup was decent

Rimi vask
Rimi vask

Walk by it all the time. Decided to get soup egg flower soup with extra veg and loved it the portion was big enough, and tasty. Also few spots walkable few blocks around that doesn’t use seafood broth for soup which helps vegetarian like me

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David

Have not been here for many years so was curious to see/experience the latest... The menu looked promising. The crispy fried chicken, flavorful with surprisingly light & crispy skin, was very good. (As per menu, 30-minute prep time required.) Bitter melon with beef was not bad, but there was a large puddle of oil on the bottom. The special clay pot (contained some meats & seafood) was mediocre. Shrimp with lobster sauce was very salty, and unfortunately resembled scrambled eggs + shrimp instead of the expected creamy sauce. Lasting impressions: good fried chicken, very difficult parking, and unfriendly hostess/waitress.

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Andrea Santos

no frills chinese restaurant serving a variety of classic dishes. well priced and quickly served! would come back when craving causal chinese food. sweet and sour chicken wings: perfectly crispy and cooked. loved the sauce and flavoring. must try. beef eggplant over rice: a little disappointed and lacked flavor. beef was a little chewy. eggplant cooked well though.

David
David

Have not been here for many years so was curious to see/experience the latest... The menu looked promising. The crispy fried chicken, flavorful with surprisingly light & crispy skin, was very good. (As per menu, 30-minute prep time required.) Bitter melon with beef was not bad, but there was a large puddle of oil on the bottom. The special clay pot (contained some meats & seafood) was mediocre. Shrimp with lobster sauce was very salty, and unfortunately resembled scrambled eggs + shrimp instead of the expected creamy sauce. Lasting impressions: good fried chicken, very difficult parking, and unfriendly hostess/waitress.

Andrea Santos
Andrea Santos

no frills chinese restaurant serving a variety of classic dishes. well priced and quickly served! would come back when craving causal chinese food. sweet and sour chicken wings: perfectly crispy and cooked. loved the sauce and flavoring. must try. beef eggplant over rice: a little disappointed and lacked flavor. beef was a little chewy. eggplant cooked well though.

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Matt Flores

This place was a complete disaster for me this evening. My order was 25 minutes late, cold, and terrible. The deluxe chow and glazed chicken were both way overcooked, which made the noodles mushy and the chicken was too tough to eat. The deluxe chow noodles tasted of pure dough and were also terribly under-sauced. The "pork" in the dish was sliced ham. There were only two shrimp in the entire dish. The chicken was spicy and old. It was clearly cooked and then recooked and possibly fried again. I would not recommend this spot and I would never go back. My total was near $50 for this. Gross!

Matt Flores
Matt Flores

This place was a complete disaster for me this evening. My order was 25 minutes late, cold, and terrible. The deluxe chow and glazed chicken were both way overcooked, which made the noodles mushy and the chicken was too tough to eat. The deluxe chow noodles tasted of pure dough and were also terribly under-sauced. The "pork" in the dish was sliced ham. There were only two shrimp in the entire dish. The chicken was spicy and old. It was clearly cooked and then recooked and possibly fried again. I would not recommend this spot and I would never go back. My total was near $50 for this. Gross!

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11AM-8PM
Rating
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People typically spend 25 min to 1.5 hr here
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