The essence of Hong Kong-style cuisine with a modern touch.

At the corner of Broadway and Columbus Avenue in San Francisco’s Chinatown, a family legacy found new life. For over three decades, Raymond and Mimi Owyang devoted themselves to running New Sun Hong Kong, a cherished Hong Kong-style restaurant. By 2020, the pandemic forced its closure, and as they neared retirement, the couple considered stepping away for good.

But their son-in-law, Eugene Lau, had a different vision. Coming from a long line of Chinatown restaurateurs himself, Eugene saw the restaurant as more than a business—it was a cultural touchstone worth saving. Together with his wife Theresa and brother Alvin, he decided to take the reins and breathe new life into the space.

Renamed 606 after its address, the restaurant underwent a transformation. The familiar yellow awning under the iconic Jazz Mural remains, but the interior now blends modern updates with nostalgic nods to its history, honoring its deep roots in the community.

The Laus are part of a new generation reinvigorating Chinatown by preserving its culinary heritage. Their work symbolizes hope for the neighborhood’s post-pandemic recovery and ensures that its stories, flavors, and traditions endure for years to come.

Based on an article by the San Francisco Chronicle. Photo credit: @santimejia_

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