Dynasty Dumpling

This casual walk-in Chinese spot is a must-hit for dumplings in Lower Pacific Heights. The menu covers every kind of meat-and-wrapper permutation imaginable: hot and spicy pork xiao long bao, pork and corn boiled dumplings, and chili oil wontons. They also have an extensive selection of entrées that fill you up and hit the spot, like salt and pepper pork chops and chicken and corn soup. Pack your crew around a table next to the carved wooden shelves or under the big tapestry up front, order the massive dan dan noodles, and prepare for leftovers.