Go Duck Yourself: Elevated Cantonese Barbecue

Go Duck Yourself (去你鸭的)

“Elevated Cantonese Barbecue with an Attitude”

Go Duck Yourself is a family-owned, modern Cantonese barbecue restaurant located in the Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. Born from the legacy of the renowned Hing Lung Company (a San Francisco Legacy Business with over 40 years of history), brothers Eric and Simon Cheung have reimagined traditional Chinese comfort food. Specializing in meticulously prepared Cantonese roast duck, the restaurant focuses on high-quality ingredients, traditional techniques (without MSG), and a playful, welcoming atmosphere.

Location & Contact:

• Address: 439 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA

• Phone: (415) 963-1222 (Texting preferred)

• Email: goduckyourself439@gmail.com

• Website: www.go-duck-yourself.com

Hours of Operation:

• Wednesday – Sunday:

  • Lunch: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM

  • Dinner: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

• Monday – Tuesday: Closed

Key Services & Features:

• Cuisine: Cantonese BBQ / Chinese

• Signature Dish: GDY Cantonese Roast Duck (Deboned, served with plum vinaigrette and duck au jus).

• Other Specialties: Charred Pork Collar (Char Siu), Crispy Skin Pork Belly, “Good Ducking” Noodles, and Teochew-inspired small bites.

• Dining Options: Full Dine-in Experience, Takeout (via Toast), and Delivery (UberEats, DoorDash, Grubhub).

• Dietary Note: Proudly MSG-Free.

• Awards: Named one of the “10 Best New Bay Area Restaurants of 2024” by the San Francisco Chronicle.

Social Media & Reviews:

• Instagram: @go_duck_yourself_sf

• Yelp: Go Duck Yourself on Yelp

The Best Local Businesses in Bernal Heights

GDY was born during the peak of the 2020 lockdown by the renowned Cantonese barbecue staple, Hing Lung Company.

Hing Lung Company first opened in the late 1970s. Our father, Wing Cheung, was part of the original crew after our family immigrated to the United States from Hong Kong in the early 1980s. Hing Lung Company is proud to be a small, family-owned San Francisco Legacy Business.

Brothers and chef-owners Eric and Simon are passionate about highlighting the beloved comfort food they grew up with while also elevating the perception of Chinese cuisine.

It offers an intimate, dine-in setting where guests can savor meticulously prepared signature dishes, such as their famous Cantonese roast duck, alongside new menu items that showcase the diverse heritage of Chinese cuisine. With its playful name, community-focused approach, and commitment to quality, Go Duck Yourself invites food lovers to embark on a flavorful journey that celebrates the best Hong Kong barbecue and Teochew culinary traditions.

Family, Tradition, and Innovation: The Story Behind Go Duck Yourself