Capital Restaurant

What you need to know

What to Order

Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings: The signature. Deep-fried, then wok-tossed with salt and a healthy amount of jalapeños. Light, slightly puffy skin. No sauce, just the heat and salt against the chicken.
Vinegar Sauce Spareribs: Close second. Tender ribs in a sweet-tart glaze.
Egg Tofu with Spicy Meat Sauce: A house staple. Silken tofu under a savory pork sauce.

The full menu is large enough that you could eat here a dozen times without covering the highlights. Order family-style with a group.

The Experience

Cash only. No cards. The service is fast and no-nonsense. The dining room is functional rather than designed. You come for the food, not the ambiance. Generous portions, low prices, packed during lunch and dinner.

Practical Info

Price: Most dishes under $20
Payment: Cash only
Reservations: None
Address: 839 Clay Street
Getting there: A short walk from the 1 California or 30 Stockton bus lines. Montgomery BART is about 10 minutes uphill.