Big Lantern$4.2(423)Restaurant LinkView Photos✦AI Review SummaryLocation & HoursAddress3170 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USASan Francisco, California 94103United StatesGet DirectionsHoursClosed • Opens Today at 11:00 AMMonday11:00 AM - 11:00 PMTuesday11:00 AM - 11:00 PMWednesday11:00 AM - 11:00 PMThursday11:00 AM - 12:00 AMFriday11:00 AM - 12:00 AMSaturday11:00 AM - 12:00 AMSunday11:00 AM - 11:00 PMContact & LinksContact Information(415) 863-8100Restaurant LinkVisit Restaurant LinkAbout Big LanternA large menu offers a wide range of options for meat eaters & vegetarians alike.Price rangeinexpensiveGoogle-sourced data last fetched on November 13, 2025. 4.2/5Based on 423 reviewsRecent ReviewsView all Google reviews →Emily2 months agoI love Big Lantern. I honestly feel that this place deserves a higher rating than it currently has (4.2). I have been here multiple times, in person and ordering online. In person the restaurant is ...Read moreCamilo Dolorier4 months agogreat american chinese and also dim sum place in the mission, so many vegan options, tofu, veggies, "meatless chicken". inexpensive compared to other surrounding places, fast service, love it!Angela Yuea week agoExcellent option for vegan chinese food and dim sum. Menu is not clearly labelled but easy to intuit (vegatable and tofu, meatless chicken, etc). Staff are also knowledgable about vegan options. Have ...Read moreSnigdha Agarwal7 months agoOpen late and serving mouthwateringly delicious vegetarian food, this place is an absolute gem! Highly recommend: ✅Chives and vegetarian chicken dumplings – Bursting with amazing flavor. ✅Big Lanter...Read moreAndy Ng10 months agoBig Lantern became the spot for a Thanksgiving lunch this year because of their plentiful veggie based dim sum options and Cantonese dishes. Nearly everything on the menu can be veganized especially ...Read moreWhat People Are SayingOverall ExperienceBig Lantern is generally viewed as a highly-rated restaurant, especially for its vegan and vegetarian options, with customers consistently enjoying the food and experience.Customer FavoritesStandout dishes include the chives and vegetarian chicken dumplings, Big Lantern fried rice with meatless chicken, and the mock chicken congee. The plentiful vegan dim sum options are also a favorite.Atmosphere & ServiceThe restaurant offers a no-frills, old-school Chinese atmosphere with quick and attentive service. Customers also noted the staff is knowledgeable about vegan options.Value & QualityThe restaurant is considered inexpensive compared to other nearby options and provides flavorful and satisfying dishes.Areas for ImprovementThe chicken siu mai was reported as underwhelming and some dishes, like the string beans with meatless chicken, were considered a bit dry, suggesting a need for adjustments to enhance flavor or moisture balance in certain dishes.Recent TrendsThere is a continuing emphasis on the readily available vegan options including a variety of dishes using "meatless chicken" and other faux meats. Customers also appreciate the free delivery service.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is Big Lantern located?Big Lantern is located at 3170 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA.What is the price range at Big Lantern?Big Lantern is listed as inexpensive.Where can I find the hours for Big Lantern?The listed hours for Big Lantern are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.How can I contact Big Lantern?Call Big Lantern at (415) 863-8100. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.Photos of Big LanternMainMore food guides for San FranciscoThe 2026 Ramen Price Index: 6 Verified Bowls in 5 Cities6 restaurants →Nearby RestaurantsPancho Villa Taqueria⭐ 4.3San FranciscoZeitgeist⭐ 4.3San FranciscoThe Valencia Room⭐ 3.9San FranciscoMission Chinese Food⭐ 4.2San FranciscoLimón⭐ 4.4San Francisco
