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Wok Wiz Chinatown Tours

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Wok Wiz Chinatown Tours

Founded in 1987 by the late chef/author Shirley Fong-Torres. Each year, we bring thousands of guests, of all ages, from near and far, to our vibrant area.
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Wok Wiz Tours has been in business for 35 years and was founded by the late chef/author Shirley Fong-Torres. Every Wok Wiz tour leader was either born in, or grew up in Chinatown, giving a very local flavor to the tour, and each speaks fluent English as well as Chinese. Wok Wiz Chinatown Tours remains a San Francisco icon. Featured in the NY Times, LA Times, Bon Appetit, Gourmet, Telemundo, BRAVO-

TV, PBS Newshour, Washington Post and Cooking Light, and multiple guide books such as Fodor’s and Frommer’s, the tours are touted as "top attractions" in the city.

08/28/2024

08/20/2024

Wok Wiz Classic Chinatown (walk only) tour 10am on Thursday 8/22. Come join our expert leaders and learn about history, culture, architecture, colorful murals, fortune cookie factory, tea shop, alleyways and stops off the beaten path.

Join us!

www.wokwiz.com

06/28/2024

https://nidemama.com/

Ni De Mama ("Your Mom" in Chinese) is a nod to the experience of growing up between a Chinese and western culture. We celebrate this in our clothing. Shop now!

06/21/2024

We offer private tours for groups, big and small. Perfect for corporate groups, families, couples wanting a custom experience, wedding parties, school aged guests to senior citizens.

We can be flexible on start times, duration and days. Don’t hesitate to reach out, we are happy to help coordinate an experience for you: [email protected]

06/21/2024

While we have been focusing on private group tours lately, we are happy to have some public offerings for our Classic Chinatown Tour (walk only) available in July.

Join us!

www.wokwiz.com

06/07/2024

Wok Wiz welcomed a senior group from Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department. We enjoyed your energy and enthusiasm! Thank you for including a private group tour with us in your plans. Come see us again one day.

05/18/2024

With sadness, Wok Wiz shares the passing of one of our very first tour leaders, Hank Quock.

Born and raised in Chinatown Hank taught Chinese cooking for 25 years and was a retired restaurant owner. Hank was a former president of the Association of Chinese Cooking Teachers, and also a performer. A great storyteller, Hank blended his love for Chinese food into the tours he led.

Hank recently relocated to an assisted living facility in Southern California, to be close to his son. He returned to the Bay Area earlier this year to celebrate his 90th birthday.

A friend to many, Hank will be remembered with great fondness.

05/07/2024

Wok Wiz welcomed students from North Carolina State University on tour today. This is the second year NC State has sent a group and we enjoyed their energy, curiosity and enthusiasm. Thanks for making us part of your plans 🥠

04/13/2024

Wok Wiz welcomed the students from Cordova High School’s Culinary Academy. Thanks, Mrs. Grace Stockert-Saechao for bringing your group once again.

They joined tour leaders Lola and Frank for a tour that included history, culture, food facts and stops, bakery snack, fortune cookie factory and multi course Cantonese luncheon.

We always enjoy the students’ enthusiasm, attentiveness and curiosity!

02/19/2024

We love return guests! Wok Wiz welcomed Denise F. and friends on a private group tour of Chinatown last week. Denise was last with us a decade ago, and brought out of town guests this time around. Tour leader Gimmy enjoyed sharing the neighborhood with you all. Thanks for being a fun and energetic group!

(and appreciation to Barbara Pavao for the referral!)

02/17/2024

A previous Year of the Dragon 🐉

Throwback Thursday: 1950s in San Francisco Chinatown

The year of the dragon 🐉

02/11/2024

Happy ! May the bring health, happiness and prosperity 🧧🐲🍊

02/08/2024

The rain has moved on and the sun is shining ☀️
Chinatown is colorful and festive in preparation for the Lunar New Year. Join us! www.wokwiz.com

02/07/2024

02/03/2024

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Dumplings are one of humanity’s best culinary inventions. Our deliciously chic dumplings come from all over the world, and help fight hunger in Chinatown! [jo-dumpling-quizz]

02/02/2024

Welcome the year of the 🐉 with free parking in San Francisco Chinatown

02/02/2024

02/02/2024

FREE 2-Hour Parking for the Month of February 2024!

01/19/2024

Celebrating Dorothy ❤️

For her 90th birthday, Dorothy "Polka Dot" Quock is surrounded by a fashionable and devoted community she inspires. Kelsi Thorud reports. (1-18-24)

01/19/2024

Wishing Wok Wiz tour leaders, Hank and Dorothy very happy 90th birthdays!

Treasured team members since our early days, they are both now on emeritus status and enjoying retirement. Thank for for sharing Chinatown with thousands of guests over the years.

You are loved and appreciated❤️

*some pics are flashbacks to their double 80th surprise luncheon in 2014.

01/18/2024

01/18/2024

Let's Slay the Bay with upcoming celebrations for the Year of the Dragon! Here's the 2024 lineup of Chinese New Year celebration events. Save the Dates!

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01/04/2024

Upcoming tour with one of our expert guides

Friday, 1/5 @ 10am

Wok Wiz Classic Chinatown tour, including history, culture, architecture, colorful alleyways, tea shop, local murals, fortune cookie factory visit and more.

Walk only or stay for lunch 🥢

Join us!

www.wokwiz.com

01/04/2024

Join the Fun to install the Rise Up Wall. Year of the Dragon!

01/04/2024

2024 is here, and with excitement and anticipation, we are ready to welcome the new year. As the calendar turns, we bid farewell to the past and embrace the future that lies ahead. It is a time of reflection, gratitude, and hope for a better tomorrow.

Enter the Year of the Dragon. 🐉

Looking ahead, mark your calendars for February 10th, as we gather once again to celebrate!

01/01/2024

Wok Wiz welcomed Yeong Jia and family from Melbourne, Australia!

We enjoy sharing Chinatown with guests from near and far. Thanks for making a private tour with us a part of your San Francisco plans. Come see us again one day.

12/28/2023

Looking for weekend plans? Would you like to come out, support local businesses and walk a bit before the new year?

Spaces available:
Friday, 12/29 @ 10am
Sunday, 12/31 @ 10am

*Saturday, 12/30 fully committed (private event)

Wok Wiz Classic Chinatown tour, including history, culture, architecture, colorful alleyways, tea shop, local murals, fortune cookie factory visit and more.

Walk only or stay for lunch 🥢

Join us!

www.wokwiz.com

Address

Meeting Spot: Upper Level Of Portsmouth Square Park, By Flagpole Near The Pedestrian Bridge
San Francisco, CA
94108

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.wokwiz.com/

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We enjoy sharing Chinatown with all our guests, and have special appreciation to those who come to see us again and again. Mr. Jimmie Gross from AZ, has been coming on tour for over 30 years. This past weekend was his 13th or 14th time! He came with his late wife’s school groups years ago and now brings different friends and family members. He’s likely experienced Chinatown with nearly all our team members, including founder, Shirley Fong-Torres. “I learn something new every time I go” Thank you, Mr. Gross, for being with us once again. See you next time!

Enjoyed seeing these little lion dancers in training. They appeared to be approximately 5-7 years old and already building their skills.

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Our Story

Wok Wiz Tours has been in business for over 33 years and was founded by the late chef/author Shirley Fong-Torres who designed her tours to showcase one of the most remarkable neighborhoods in San Francisco: Chinatown.

Each year, we bring thousands of guests, of all ages, from near and far, to our vibrant area. Every Wok Wiz tour leader was either born in, or grew up in Chinatown, giving a very local flavor to the tour, and each speaks fluent English as well as Chinese. Wok Wiz Chinatown Tours remains a San Francisco icon. Featured in the NY Times, LA Times, Bon Appetit, Gourmet, Telemundo, BRAVO-TV, PBS Newshour, Washington Post and Cooking Light, and multiple guide books such as Fodor’s and Frommer’s, the tours are touted as "top attractions" in the city.