Hon’s Wun-Tun House
The Verdict
"The wonton noodle soup is one of the best cheap meals in Chinatown. Go to the Washington Street location for the original experience."
What you need to know
Hon’s Wun-Tun House has been a Chinatown fixture since 1972. Owner Ng Yuen Wah purchased it in 2010 after working there for 30 years. The specialty is Hong Kong-style wonton noodle soup with hand-wrapped wontons and clean broth, but the broader menu covers handmade xiaolongbao, pan-fried buns, dumplings, and stir-fried Cantonese dishes. Prices are still some of the lowest in the neighborhood.
The Food
The wonton noodle soup is the signature. Plump shrimp-and-pork wontons in a clear broth with thin egg noodles. Pan-fried buns, BBQ dishes, and a range of dumpling options round out the menu. Portions are generous and the cooking is consistent across visits.
The Space
Compact and functional. Formica tables, quick service, and a lunch rush that fills every seat. The original on Kearny Street faces the noodle station with steam fogging up the front window. A second location is at 733 Washington Street, with another planned for the Outer Sunset.
Practical Info
Price: Most dishes under $10
Reservations: None. Walk in.
Best time: Weekday lunch avoids the worst of the rush.
Original Address: 648 Kearny Street
Second Location: 733 Washington Street
Getting there: Walkable from the 30 Stockton and 45 Union/Stockton bus lines. About 10 minutes from Montgomery BART.
📍 Location: This restaurant is in Chinatown. Explore the neighborhood →
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