Empress of China, San Francisco

###Five Things to Know About Empress of China Empress of China serves up classic Chinese cuisine in a setting fit for, well, an empress. Diners enjoy steaming plates of sweet-and-sour pork and butterfly prawns surrounded by elegant decor featuring gilded-wood carvings and Asian paintings. Here’s what to know to make the most of your next visit: * **It offers stunning views of Coit Tower and the bay.** In addition to these vistas, the restaurant also boasts one of the city’s only high-rise rooftop gardens. * **The decor gets inspiration from Chinese history.** The dining room’s interior evokes the Han Dynasty with its ornate wall art, emerald-green fabrics, and intricate peacock chandeliers. * **Select cocktails and apps are half off during happy hour.** These discounts are available in the cocktail lounge from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily. * **There are four different dining rooms for hosting private events.** These rooms can accommodate parties of up to 450 guests. * **The wooden pavilion is impressive for more than just its design.** Originally built and carved in Taiwan, the 50-ton pavilion was shipped to San Francisco and reassembled without the use of a single nail or street magician.