Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Original Joe's, Royal Exchange and Trestle, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 3 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale places for steak in Chinatown. Top-rated steak spots at the right price.
Chinatown's Upscale Steak Destinations
Discover a sophisticated side of San Francisco’s historic Chinatown with this curated selection of upscale dining destinations. Whether you are craving a perfectly seared cut from Mastro's Steakhouse or the refined American flavors at Trestle, these establishments offer an elevated alternative to the neighborhood's traditional fare. From the Mediterranean-inspired elegance of Ula to classic steakhouse luxury, this collection highlights the diverse and premium culinary experiences waiting to be explored in the heart of the city.
11 restaurants in Best Upscale Steak in Chinatown | Top Upscale Spots
- Original Joe's · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Royal Exchange · rated 4/5: American.
- Trestle: American.
- Cafe La Tazita: Mexican.
- Local Roots: American.
- Lapisara: Thai.
- Mastro's Steakhouse: Steakhouse.
- Tad's Steaks: Steakhouse.
- Roxanne Cafe: American.
- Mendocino Farms: American.
- Ula: Mediterranean.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.








