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Welcome to New Regent Cafe

At New Regent Cafe, we celebrate the vibrant tradition of Hong Kong-style dining, offering a delightful blend of breakfast and brunch favorites. Nestled in the heart of San Francisco, our cafe is more than just a culinary stop; it's a welcoming space for families and friends to gather. With a menu featuring everything from savory pan-fried dumplings to hearty noodle soups, there's something for every palate. Our dedication to quality ingredients and authentic flavors ensures that each dish tells a story of culinary heritage. Whether you're indulging in our Sunshine Breakfast or savoring our signature wonton soup, we invite you to experience the warmth and zest of Hong Kong’s café culture.

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Welcome to New Regent Cafe, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of San Francisco's vibrant Chinatown at 638 Pacific Ave. This delightful establishment embraces the essence of a traditional Hong Kong Style Cafe, offering an inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying a leisurely breakfast or brunch with friends and family. With ample outdoor seating and an accessible layout, it truly welcomes everyone, including your furry companions.

At New Regent Cafe, the menu is a culinary journey reflecting the rich tapestry of Chinese comfort food. Each dish is executed with finesse, from the Savory Macaroni Soup to the indulgent Pork Chop with Double Fried Egg Breakfast. The highlights of the breakfast menu, such as the Pan-Fried Egg with Bacon and Stacked Pancakes with Bacon and Egg, will not only satisfy your taste buds but also fuel your day ahead. The hearty Beef Brisket Noodle Soup is an absolute must-try for those who crave warmth and depth in their flavors.

  • James H., a local food enthusiast, raves about the Pan Fried Pork and Chives Dumplings: "These are simply divine—crispy on the outside and full of flavor inside. I could eat them every day!"
  • Sarah T. swears by the French Toast, describing it as "the perfect balance of crunchy and fluffy, a highlight of brunch that makes my heart sing."

Aside from delectable dishes, the cafe also serves a variety of beverages, including a fantastic selection of happy hour specials. Whether you’re in the mood for something refreshing or a warm cup to savor, you can count on New Regent Cafe to deliver. The atmosphere is casual yet lively, making it ideal for groups, families, or a quiet meal alone. And for those who prefer to enjoy their meal at home, the restaurant conveniently offers delivery and takeout services.

As you step into New Regent Cafe, be prepared for a culinary treat that combines comfort, tradition, and a modern twist. So why wait? Plan your visit today, and perhaps discover your new favorite breakfast spot in the city!

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Ed U.
Ed U.

If you're hankering for a Hong Kong-style breakfast, and you want it for like real cheap, this workaday Chinatown cafe on Pacific Street definitely hits the mark. Prices range from $6.50 to $8.95 for full plates and bowls. Pretty darn reasonable. They split the comprehensive full-page menu between Sunshine Breakfasts available every day from 7-11AM and... Special Breakfasts that are available all day. Special Breakfasts are actually their various soups. Got it? The first challenge though was getting a formica table since there's no single-seat counter seating. I grabbed one as soon as I saw an opportunity. Scanning the menu (photo: https://yelp.to/sDuB-H_zl9), I landed on one of their top-price items. It was the $8.95 Steak and Double Pan-Fried Eggs. Now it may sound like it might be fancier but this ain't Peter Luger's. It was a decently grilled breakfast steak with a slice of toast and two eggs sunny-side up (photo: https://yelp.to/CV3RfhteKS). Together with the complimentary Hong Kong tea (photo: https://yelp.to/8rPe_6NvL2), it was a pretty good deal. FOOD - 4 stars...diner fare well prepared for a good price AMBIANCE - 3 stars...bustling amid all the formica SERVICE - 3.5 stars...not a lot of time for chit-chat TOTAL - 4 stars...this is what a Hong Kong breakfast cafe is all about RELATED - Exploring Chinatown? Here's a collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2WoF1Z2

Helen L.
Helen L.

Very interesting. Breakfast special will include Hong Kong tea. That's all i want. This place is so fast-paced. You eat and you leave. Rapid turnover. The nice lady servers were on it, cleaned table, got orders, and served. Very quick. Had the beef tripe but really is stomach. Choice of noodles was a good surpise. The pan fried chive potstickers were very good. Hot, crispy, and fresh. Super cheap, under $10 for breakfast.

Ruobin W.
Ruobin W.

Really simple foods done cheap and solid. Had some macaroni soup and some pickled veggie scramble. Loved them both because I've never gotten a great Hong Kong breakfast, but was a little disappointed in how oily the scramble was. I did appreciate the toast they gave too, but it was kind of stale. Otherwise, I'd definitely try again!

Chloe C.
Chloe C.

Food - came here with a friend on saturday afternoon and ordered one of the specials. special (A) was baked mushroom chicken (B) was steak (c) is fish filet and (D) was ribs. I ordered the (A) and friend ordered (B). the special came with chicken (super tender and lots of sauce). a little too much sauce for my liking, but very flavorful. your choice of rice or spaghetti (the rice was well cooked and not too soggy or dry). and some brocolli which were kinda bland by itself but with the sauce it wasn't. it also came with a soup, which tasted pretty good (it was slightly sweet) and taste just like the home made ones and hong kong styled tea, which was too bitter for my liking. I think the specials was around $10.50 for the entrée, soup and milk tea. super cheap! we also ordered garlic bread, which was a little dry. Service - surprisingly not busy around 2PM on a weekend, lots of seating. Service was pretty quick. Ambiance - a bit hot inside without much circulation but hole in the wall vibes and definitely recommend checking this place out.

Robert K.
Robert K.

If you're looking for some delicious Chinese home cooking meal and don't want to spend a lot, look no further than this place. For the price of a Big Mac meal at MD, you can have a huge roasted chicken lunch! It even includes soup of the day and a cup of authentic HK milk tea!

Al L.
Al L.

Meeting my friend for lunch to discuss our agenda for our upcoming trip, I suggested we try this restaurant which another friend had recommended that I try. It's located on the edge of Chinatown on Pacific off Columbus. There's two dining areas, with right side room appearing to be an expansion into the store on the right. They are a breakfast lunch restaurant with a Hong Kong style menu with some Cantonese dishes. The menu is extensive with 147 items with a three item daily special. So make that 150 items. Since my friend is a regular here, he didn't have to look at the menu while I had to go through the choices. The Hong Kong style menu and specials of the day included soup of the day, rice or spaghetti with coffee, tea or milk tea. Being a cold, rainy day, I opted for curry pork chop with spaghetti with a coffee. First came the soup, which was cup of clam chowder. My entrée was served in a casserole dish, the pork chop was sliced into several pieces with potatoes, onions and slices of carrot in a curry sauce next to the spaghetti and some steamed broccoli. I spooned the curry sauce over my spaghetti. The dish was very good as the curry sauce had a good consistency and flavor. My friend ordered the baked shrimp and corn with cheese and rice daily special, which he enjoyed. If you're looking for Hong Kong style food, New Regent fits the bill. Good food with good portions and reasonable prices with efficient service.

Karrie L.
Karrie L.

Unbeatable breakfast set on price. Milk tea back to being good. Rice noodles and egg noodles were good. Breakfast end at 11am.

Shannon W.
Shannon W.

It's my favorite cafe in Chinatown for over 15 years and running!!! I'm sentimental about the pink tables and green chairs, please don't change it. Breakfast is 7am - 11am daily. Afterwards it's the regular menu. Everyone on yelp probably said it already, bring your cash. 12/17 -- I went today and the wait staff are just as friendly. They're always pretty busy during the morning rush (staff don't eat have their first meal of the day at least after the morning rush). Don't be offended if you have to walk up to the cashier to make your order.