Big Lantern
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Chinese RestaurantSan Francisco, CA

Big Lantern

Open now · closes 11:00 PM $10–20

Opening hours

Open now · closes 11:00 PM

Weekly opening hours of Big Lantern
Monday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Saturday11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Local time in San Francisco: 8:00 PM (PDT). Holiday hours may differ – call (415) 863-8100 to confirm.

Location & directions

3170 16th St
San Francisco, CA 94103

About Big Lantern

Big Lantern is a Chinese restaurant located at 3170 16th St in San Francisco, California. Our San Francisco guide covers 2,864 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. It sits in the affordable price range ($10–20 per person).

Big Lantern is open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM. It stays open late, until 11:00 PM on most nights.

The menu we have on file lists 400 items across 15 sections, including Noodles & Rice, Chef's Special, Dessert, Appetizer, and Dim Sum. Listed prices range from $3.75 to $30.47, with a typical item around $20.57. You will find options like Curry Chow Mein, Big Lantern Flaming Szechuan Chili Fish, and Peach Bun.

You can visit for no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cosy, and it is a good fit for groups. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, coffee, comfort food, and late-night food.

Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Reservations are accepted; call (415) 863-8100 to book a table.

Quick facts

Address
3170 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
Price range
$10–20 per person
Hours
Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Menu
400 items · $3.75–$30.47
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Popular times (estimated)

6AM
9AM
12PM
3PM
6PM
9PM

Estimated from typical visit patterns for Chinese restaurants and this venue’s opening hours – not live data.

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Features & amenities

Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

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Frequently asked questions

What are Big Lantern's opening hours?

Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Is Big Lantern open on Sunday?

Yes, Big Lantern is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Where is Big Lantern located?

Big Lantern is located at 3170 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103.

What is the phone number of Big Lantern?

You can call Big Lantern at (415) 863-8100.

Does Big Lantern offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, Big Lantern offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.

How much does it cost to eat at Big Lantern?

The typical price range at Big Lantern is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $3.75 to $30.47.

Does Big Lantern take reservations?

Yes, Big Lantern accepts reservations.

Is Big Lantern wheelchair accessible?

Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.