New Gold Medal Restaurant Opens in SF
A new late-night Chinese restaurant, New Gold Medal Restaurant, is now open at 8th and Franklin in San Francisco. The eatery offers a broad menu and is being noted as a new option for team outings in the area.
While the new eatery is making waves in San Francisco, its roots are firmly planted in Oakland's vibrant Chinatown, where a restaurant under the same name has long been a local institution. The Oakland location at 389 8th Street is renowned for its late-night service, often serving customers until midnight or 2 a.m. The building housing the Oakland restaurant has a rich history, having been the site of various Chinese eateries since 1924. It began as the See Hoy Low, which featured multiple dining rooms and even a live orchestra for dancing, establishing the location as a long-standing culinary destination. The restaurant is celebrated for its authentic, no-frills Cantonese cuisine, with a focus on generous portions and traditional flavors. The atmosphere is consistently described as casual and family-style, prioritizing the food over elaborate decor. Among an extensive menu, the roasted duck is frequently singled out by patrons as a must-try dish, with some considering it among the best in the entire Bay Area. Other popular items include salt and pepper chicken wings, baked pork chops, and various clay pot dishes.
