How is Year of the Fortune restaurant rated?

Year of the Fortune

3.3 (31)

$30 and under

Chinese

431 E St, San Diego, CA 92101-6111

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Our Year of the Fortune is a vibrant new Chinese restaurant located in the heart of Downtown San Diego. Inspired by the Lunar New Year, this unique dining destination offers an immersive experience where flavor meets festivity.

Menu Highlights:

Asian Cuisine: Enjoy a diverse menu featuring traditional and modern Chinese dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Signature Cocktails: Sip on inventive cocktails crafted by renowned mixologists, inspired by the Chinese zodiac signs.

Event Hosting: Ideal for private parties, corporate events, and special occasions with tailored services to meet your needs.

Ambiance: Step into a world adorned with parasol Chinese umbrellas, sky lanterns, and dragon motifs, creating a festive and welcoming atmosphere.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 11:00–00:00
Phone number
(619) 867-2873
Website
https://theyearofthefortune.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
431 E St, San Diego, CA 92101-6111
Area
Downtown / Gaslamp
Parking details
None

Tempura ShrimpUS$9.99
Three pieces of tempura fried shrimp served with cabbage and sweet chili sauce
Wonton SoupUS$12.00
Shiitake mushroom, baby bok choy, green onion, chicken broth, bean sprouts, add: noodles +3, chicken +5, steak +6, shrimp +6, pork +6
- CupUS$5.00
- BowlUS$12.00
WingsUS$19.99
Lemon pepper / sweet and sour / salt and pepper / general tso
- 1/2 DozenUS$12.00
- DozenUS$19.99
2 RollsUS$6.99
Spring rolls, birria / philly cheese steak +2
Crab RangoonsUS$13.99
Crab, cream cheese, green onion, ginger
Chicken GyozaUS$13.99
Served with sweet chili sauce
Cucumber SaladUS$10.99
Cucumbers, garlic, fresh ginger, seasme, soy, vinegar

In House Specials

Dragon Fried RiceUS$23.99
Chicken, beef, shrimp, pork, fried rice, peas, carrots, egg, ginger, bean sprouts, sesame oil, green onions
Snake Chow MeinUS$24.99
Chicken, beef, shrimp, pork, egg noodles, bean sprouts, baby bok choy, carrots
Lunch SpecialUS$11.99
Special includes a cup of wonton soup, cucumber salad, and steamed or fried rice. ADD: Noodles +3, Orange Chicken +4, Kung Pao Chicken +4, Beef and Broccoli +6, or Honey Walnut Shrimp +6.

Sides

Steamed RiceUS$1.99
Fried RiceUS$5.99
Veggie / egg / sausage / shrimp / chicken / steak
Chow MeinUS$6.99
Baby Bok ChoyUS$9.99
Garlic and ginger

Dessert

Cheesecake EggrollsUS$9.99
2 rolls and berry sauce

Vegetables

Buddha DelightUS$10.99
Veggie medley, bok choy, carrots, bell peppers, mushrooms, broccoli
Orange CauliflowerUS$11.99
Battered cauliflower tossed in tangy orange sauce, green onions, red peppers, chili peppers, orange slices

Seafood

Honey Walnut ShrimpUS$14.99
Caramelized walnuts, battered shrimp, homemade honey sauce
Salt & Pepper Filet O' FishUS$16.99
Green peppers, red peppers, green onions, toasted sesame seeds
Ginger ShrimpUS$16.99
Battered shrimp, ginger, green onion, garlic, chili peppers

Chicken

Orange ChickenUS$14.99
Chicken breast tossed in tangy orange sauce, green onions, red peppers, chili peppers, orange slices
Kung Pao ChickenUS$14.99
Green onions, peanuts, garlic, chili pepper, green & red bell pepper, chef's secret sauce
Cashew ChickenUS$16.99
Roasted cashews, garlic, chef's secret sauce
General Tso's ChickenUS$14.99
Roasted cashews, garlic, chef's secret sauce

Beef

Beef & BroccoliUS$10.99
Angus beef, broccoli, green onions, oyster sauce
Mongolian BeefUS$14.99
Angus beef, onion, garlic, bell peppers, mushroom, sweet ginger sauce

Brunch

Chicken & WafflesUS$15.99
Choice of tenders (2) or wings (3) over a waffle, served with maple syrup
Loaded TotsUS$14.99
Tater tos, nacho cheese, bacon bits, sour cream. ADD: Chicken +4 or Steak +5.
Classic Shrimp & GritsUS$15.99
Grits, Shrimp, Cajun Seasoning
Candied Walnut Shrimp & GritsUS$17.99
Grits, Sugar Glazed Shrimp, Candied Walnuts
Breakfast BurritoUS$14.99
Scrambled Eggs, Tater Tots, and cheese on a grilled tortilla. ADD: Chicken +4, Bacon +4, or Steak +6
Fortune Breakfast Fried RiceUS$14.99
Fried Rice, Chinese Sausage, Overeasy Egg. ADD: Chicken +4, Bacon +4, or Steak +6.

What 31 people are saying

Year of the Fortune reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.3

3.3 based on recent ratings

2.9Food
3.7Service
3.3Ambience
3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Year of the Fortune offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food, good drinks, and a fun vibe." Guests rave about the "crab raggoons," "perfectly crafted cocktails," and "super flavorful" dishes like Mongolian Beef. While service can be slow at times, the atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "definitely a spot worth coming back to."

31 Reviews

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Leyla VIP
San Diego10 reviews
1.0
Dined on 24 May 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I booked this reservation for a staff dinner. There were 12 of us. When a couple of my staff arrived at the restaurant, they were informed that there was a private event and turned them away. I did not receive any notice from the restaurant that our reservation was cancelled and could not be honored. I had to scramble last minute to find another restaurant that could accommodate our large party. It caused unnecessary chaos to my guests. This was extremely unprofessional and unacceptable. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone.
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Connor
California Central Coast1 review
1.0
Dined on 17 May 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Walked a mile after the Padres game only to find Restaurant was closed. We were not notified.
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mariel
New York City3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 17 April 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I wouldn’t really call this place a restaurant. It seems more a bar/lounge that serves food on the side and/or before the lounge opens. The food was either cold or steaming hot. I had to check that the chicken was cooked that’s how concerned we were. There was only one person working there - the bartender. We were there for almost an hour before our appetizers arrived and there were only 2 tables sat in the entire restaurant including ours. When the appetizers arrived, they were cold. Do not recommend at all. Plus the place smells strange.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dined here to celebrate my friends birthday and had a wonderful time.
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julia
Phoenix / Arizona1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the best time with my girls, the service was amazing and we were well taken care of. The ambiance was a great vibe and I 10/10 recommend.
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April
Orange County18 reviews
3.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Although the service was good, the food was just so-so. Very near the Balboa Theatre which was a plus.
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Carissa
Los Angeles3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
While our server and the ambience were great, the food wasn’t. Our appetizers were good but portions are small for the price. The entrees themselves were also small & very bland.
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Christina
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Katie was amazing! Had a great meal def recommend the late night happy hour. Sooo much food. Crab raggoons are fireeeee
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Keith
San Diego1 review
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We arrived at 8:30pm. we were seated upstairs at first and decided to sit at the bar because we realized we wouldn't get the service we were expecting. The Food.... The Food was not great. The orange chicken was slightly burnt, the wonton soup had no flavor at all, the rice was mushy, and the nice bartender forgot to add my order of garlic shrimp on the bill... Lol thank God.. and the drinks were too strong. Oh and 13$ for 4 crab rangoons or whatever you call them. I would definitely rather go to an authentic Chinese food restaurant.
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MichaelF VIP
San Diego4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Went there for Valentine’s Day. Drinks — eh. Food was good. They didn’t have the staff to service everyone. Lots of waiting around.
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Year of the Fortune is rated 3.3 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

431 E St, San Diego, CA 92101-6111

Additional information

Area
Downtown / Gaslamp
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 11:00–00:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Chinese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://theyearofthefortune.com/
Phone number
(619) 867-2873

Year of the Fortune

About this restaurant

Not bookable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Starters

Tempura ShrimpUS$9.99

Wonton SoupUS$12.00

WingsUS$19.99

2 RollsUS$6.99

Crab RangoonsUS$13.99

Chicken GyozaUS$13.99

Cucumber SaladUS$10.99

In House Specials

Dragon Fried RiceUS$23.99

Snake Chow MeinUS$24.99

Lunch SpecialUS$11.99

Sides

Steamed RiceUS$1.99

Fried RiceUS$5.99

Chow MeinUS$6.99

Baby Bok ChoyUS$9.99

Dessert

Cheesecake EggrollsUS$9.99

Vegetables

Buddha DelightUS$10.99

Orange CauliflowerUS$11.99

Seafood

Honey Walnut ShrimpUS$14.99

Salt & Pepper Filet O' FishUS$16.99

Ginger ShrimpUS$16.99

Chicken

Orange ChickenUS$14.99

Kung Pao ChickenUS$14.99

Cashew ChickenUS$16.99

General Tso's ChickenUS$14.99

Beef

Beef & BroccoliUS$10.99

Mongolian BeefUS$14.99

Brunch

Chicken & WafflesUS$15.99

Loaded TotsUS$14.99

Classic Shrimp & GritsUS$15.99

Candied Walnut Shrimp & GritsUS$17.99

Breakfast BurritoUS$14.99

Fortune Breakfast Fried RiceUS$14.99

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Year of the Fortune restaurant rated?

Not bookable

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