Emerald Chinese Cuisine

San Diego, CA · Chinese restaurant

Rating
3.6/5
★★★★☆ 3.6
Reviews
20
Rank in San Diego
#1988
of 3838 restaurants
City Percentile
23%
rating percentile
Address
Emerald Chinese Cuisine, 3709 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
Phone
(858) 565-6888
Website
emeraldchinesecuisineca.com
Status
Closed · Opens 10 AM

Emerald Chinese Cuisine is a restaurant located in San Diego, CA. It is one of 3,838 restaurants listed in San Diego. Its 3.6-star rating is slightly below the San Diego city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Emerald Chinese Cuisine

We are known for authentic Dim Sum and Cantonese cuisine. Wether you’re craving for dim sum or seafood, we’ve got you covered. Full bar is also available here at Emerald.

Hours

Saturday10 AM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★☆ 4.0 Momo Zhang · Sep 2025

A long-established Cantonese dim sum restaurant with a spacious venue and private rooms, making it quite suitable for family gatherings or event dinners. I’ve been here many times before, but this was my first visit since the renovation. We were seated at a large table in a private room, which offered better privacy. The table was very large, with four tablecloths laid on it. The lazy Susan in the middle was extremely heavy and difficult to turn, making it very inconvenient to serve dishes. Cantonese roasted meats are supposed to be a classic feature of Cantonese cuisine, but they weren’t good—the flavor was rather lacking. The other dishes were just average; the best was the fried rice. Dessert is served after the meal. The cost was around $50 per person. Compared to my visit to 豪记 last w

★★★★★ 5.0 Elaine C. · Jun 2025

Emerald Restaurant, located in the Convoy area at the heart of San Diego’s Pan-Asian district, offers exquisite and authentic Cantonese cuisine. The décor is tastefully appointed, featuring elegant Chinese paintings and calligraphy. The restaurant boasts clean, beautiful carpeting and ample space between tables, ensuring patrons’ privacy. This pleasant setting—paired with delicious Cantonese fare—makes Emerald ideal for a casual lunch or a relaxing evening out with friends and family. Last but not least, the family set menu pricing is exceptionally reasonable compared to other Chinese restaurants in the Convoy district. I must also commend their staff, who are professionally trained and provide swift, attentive service.

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 Paloma Hernandez · Feb 2026

WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE OF MY LIFE! —NEVER RETURNING HERE— FIRST: SERVE THROW MY FOOD AT ME SECOND: DIDNT ASK ME IF I WANTED ANY HOT SAUCE OR ANYTHING ELSE THRID: MY FRIENDS SHRIMP TOOK MORE THEN 45 MINS TO ARRIVE BECAUSE THEY FORGOT ABOUT HIM FOURTH: I ASKED FOR SRIRACHA AND THE SERVE FOGORT ABOUT ME, I TOOK 10 MINS AFTER WAITING FOR THEN 40 MINS FOR A SERVE! FIFTH: DISHES WERE DIRTY! NOT WORTH $30 A PLATE!!!!!!!!!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Hyun Chung · Dec 2025

very very delicious food. I've been here for 15 years. I recommend all the menu. look at seasame ball they use fresh oil. no fried oil smell. thank you

★☆☆☆☆ 1.0 B · Jan 2025

Did not have a good experience for 4 adults $237.88. Felt like we were tricked. Lacked transparency. We ordered their special that was posted on the table for ginger scallion lobster $88. The dish was served with cantonese won ton noodles under the lobster. Which is odd, usually it's served with e-mien. We let them know, it's not what we ordered. The lobster was missing the most important parts. It did not have two claws. Small lobster. We ordered 4 bowls of rice but on the order sheet the server put 3. However, we were charged for 6 small bowls of white rice for $18. We also don't know what the "4 open box" charge is for.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Chinese restaurantCantonese restaurant

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