“Came here on a week night and got the Pho Combo #1. The service was friendly and we didn't have to wait even though the place is on the smaller side. The soup was above average imo, satisfied the craving but isn't being added to my list all time favorite vietnamese restaurants. The place is very clean, staff were friendly, and prices seemed reasonable. I'd be interested in trying their banh mi's and rice plates next time!“
“Pretty solid place for your banh mi or pho fix. Been coming here for years and it's always consistent. Although there is a significant difference ordering pho to-go and at the restaurant, obviously taking it home won't be as fresh. Service is fine, you pay at the front counter when you're done with the meal or go straight to the counter when ordering togo. The vibes are super chill, for any occasion honestly. Will continually come here and recommend this place.My order:Chicken Pho - Super solid, the broth is super flavorful and smooth. It will totally cure any hangover or cold because it's so comforting. Beef or BBQ Pork Banh mi - Very affordable compared to most places nowadays. Their bread is more on the soft side, which is my favorite kind. The meat is always good especially with the pickled vegetables. Can't go wrong here. Thai Tea - Definitely better than what you get at a boba shop, but it's also not the best I've ever had.“
“Don't let the name fool you, but this is a place you want to come to if you want good Viet-Asian comfort food; they take traditional Vietnamese favorites and put their own spin on things. We were fortunate to have the Chef walk by and glad we went with his recommendations.Their ultimate appetizer platter have something for everyone. With the traditional Vietnamese fried egg rolls, to their pork balls skewers poked in a cucumber and Asian style fried won ton pockets. To balance it out, there's vermicelli and other vegetables Another of our repeat favorite is their open flame cooked Quail with sweet onion garnish. Although it's to be have together the quail was tasty as is and didn't really need it. We also went with the Chef's recommendation of Eel, and this is one of the few places that cooks it just right (too long in the steamer and the meat is dry or too quick and the meat still sticks to the bone). Seasoning was done just right and added a savory taste that would've went well with some rice. For winter, we again went with the Chef's recommendation of pig stomach and chicken soup (Asian belief its good to drink this in the winter time to keep the body warm). Lot's of pig stomach and chicken (just needed a bowl of rice and this could've been a meal by itself) but the star was the soup, very hearty and tasty. The beef stew was on par, but their fried chicken and skin (with fish paste as the meat) was a masterful dish.Plenty of parking and although there's a parking lot in the back, it was easier to find street parking.“
“I think I ate every“ wow that’s great banhmi! “ spot around lately and ;Pork banhmi = warm bread , well seasoned! ? I would put just little bit of more veggies to balance the meat and veggie ratio or add chunky peanut sauce which makes a perfect bite to swallow in every time.Egg rolls are served warm and I like that the fish sauce has the right density& salt.Ps. Don’t forget to watch rolling the king roll 101 video that I haven’t record yet lol -(yes pretty much joint rolling but better)“
“Man the beef pho here I can legitimately say is the best pho I have ever had. The 5 spice chicken is similarly extremely good. The broth is filled with so much condensed flavor it’s hard to describe. Service wise my experience was just average, but granted they are typically very busy I wouldn’t hold it against them. Def give them a shot!“
“Best pho I’ve had in San Francisco. Got the crispy spring rolls which were also phenomenal. Had rare beef and beef ball pho. Incredibly flavorful. Very nice and attentive staff. Restaurant itself isn’t fancy but it’s spacious and clean and welcoming. Will be back.“
“Excellent food and service at this Chinese/Vietnamese restaurant in the Sunset area. We shared a set menu of Roasted Dungeness Crab that came with a small but delicious Cabbage Chicken Salad (Goi Ga), Imperial Rolls (Cha Gio), and buttery Garlic Fried Noodles. The Fried Chicken Wings were crispy but on the sweet side. The food came out promptly and our waitress was friendly and checked on us frequently. Prices were on par with other similar SF establishments. Reservations are recommended, as the restaurant was full on a rainy weeknight when we were thefe. Parking was rather hard to find, so give yourself time, or better yet, don't drive!“
“Our new go-to for spring rolls and papaya salad!!! **Our favorites: Shrimp papaya salad Shrimp spring roll I appreciate how their shrimp spring rolls have slices of pork and crunchy thick cucumbers. The peanut sauce is also perfectly thick and not runny. I dislike when the peanut sauce is too runny or too thick. The papaya salad is SO refreshing and the shrimp was C L E A N and sliced perfectly. Such a cute store name and the staff are very friendly and sweet. Parking is very very limited as there are stores next door within the tiny plaza.“
“Loved this place! Really good food, cute basic but nice ambiance, it was bustling on Sunday night! Excellent service. Also very well priced! Especially for SF.We had the garlic noodles with 5 spice chicken. Delicious! The chicken was amazing. Definitely get the dish with the fried rolls too for only $1 more. Can’t wait to come back and try more of the dishes !!“
“HELLO. Quit sleeping on CHIC N' TIME!!! Hands down the best chicken wings and popcorn chicken that I have ever had. If I had to choose a last meal - it'd be the peppercorn chicken wing plate and a side of 16oz chicken broth. If I had an Olympic-size swimming pool, I'd drain it and fill it with the Chic n' Time chicken broth and swim in it daily!!! Real talk - this place is amazing. Also - the owners(?)/employees are the sweetest. I can't say enough good things about this place. 10/10 recommend to everyone. Thank you for coming to my Chicken Talk™“
“My food came out so fast, they must have read my mind as I was walking towards the restaurant. I got spring rolls, which were gigantic and came with tons of peanut sauce. The Combination Pho had a lot of meat in it and was filling and flavorful. The servers were attentive even as it was starting to get busy. Im impatient so I would definitely go back.“
“my all time favorite pho place. oh my god. there might be a brief wait but it’s worth it. the space is usually very full but not loud enough where you can’t hear the people with you. good for friends/dates/family, honestly whoever. the service is very quick and efficient - don’t be offended if there’s not much fanfare. my boyfriend always gets a meat plate and it’s delicious. i’ve only ever tried the pho and will always come back for more.“
“All I can say is BBHD baby! What an innovative and delicious bánh mì variation. I’ve been eating bánh mì since before I can walk, and this is absolutely worth the visit. Authentic sandwiches served by amazing staff.They’ll be my primary sandwich spot moving forward.“
“I was hungry and didn't have time to wait and this was a perfect place to go if u in the Castro. Ordered Ham and Egg Bagel, Earl Grey Tea, 5 Potstickers and a Lemongrass Chicken Sandwich.... WOW I guess I need to expand my choices when in the Castro on where to eat. I am glad I came across this place and I am not gonna lie, food was out within 10min, but also, I went in on a Wed at 11.30am. Lunch rush picked up while I was here, but it will be interesting to see how busy they become on weekends. I am giving them a 5star on the first visit which is usually not me, but I will definitely check them out again soon.Wheelchair accessibility: It's wheelchair accessible and tables are accommodating“
“This place is such a gold mine. Hard to see from the road but so glad we stopped. The food was absolutely delicious and they had good vegan and vegetarian choices, as well as delicious meat options too. Would definitely recommend eating here! 10/10 - also great beverage “
“Remember the grade school taunt, "If you love something, why don't you marry it?" I totally want to marry this sandwich. In fact, I want to commit polygamy. These sandwiches are THAT amazing. The pork belly sandwich has these crispy nubs of deep fried pork skin, thoughtfully diced so that your teeth don't struggle, scattered on top of the filling of the most tender slices of pork belly imaginable. And the Le Dip? Don't get me started. The sirloin is perfectly cooked and shaved so thin that you get the mille feuille effect (Have you ever had mille feuille tonkatsu? Yeah, it's like that). The horseradish sauce is bracing, not overwhelming. And the sandwich fillings are nestled in this special Vietnamese baguette which is unlike a French baguette. It has a glassine crust that shatters the moment your teeth make contact and gives way to a pillowy interior. Eating this sandwich is the type of experience that makes you melancholy the closer you are to the end because you don't want the experience to come to an end.“
“Seriously so tasty - beyond my expectations! And better than the first time we enjoyed this authentic neighborhoody spot. The flavors were both nuanced and comforting. The quality is superb, and the quantity is definitely satisfying.We had spring rolls with pork, papaya salad with crispy tofu, garlic noodles with five-spice chicken, and wonton noodle soup. All the textures were right on, and I was impressed how each protein we had tasted unique (it’s obvious they don’t just use the same marinade or seasoning blend on everything).Will be happy to go back and try more!“
“1st time here and I'll be coming back. I can say, out of the 10 pho places I tried in SF, this one will be my go to now. Their version of imperial rolls is not like your traditional egg rolls. The skin is flakey and filling is substantial. Get it. There's a reason why it's their first item on their menu.They converted me with their chicken pho(which I only got cuz it's simpler and easier on the stomach for my sick partner) and I usually get beef. Their veggies tasted fresh and fragrant.Tofu Bahn mi bread was well toasted and soft as well. Gonna try other fillings next time“
“Speedy takeout with friendly service and a great deal for $8. I usually go for grilled pork but has the combination and it didn’t disappoint — nice crispy bread, adequate amount of fillings, perfect ratios. Will be back to try grilled pork next!“
“We stumbled upon this awesome spot in San Francisco. A Vietnamese joint that's all about that comfy, family-style vibe. Lot of unique dishes. great food, reasonable prices, and fast service. I order the crispy fried egg noodle with tofu. I was clean and tasty, just the way I like it. My friend got the grilled pork skewers with rice noodle. and it was full of flavor, our first time trying that dish. Definitely planning to go back and try more of their food!“
“I've been coming to this little hole in the wall for over 20 years now. If you like Vietnamese food you'll be happy. Their rice plate specials at lunchtime feature a little of soup that is so delicious and I dream about it. Friendly service too!“
“My in laws were visiting, so we decided to come here for lunch. It was pretty packed when we arrived but luckily they had a big table for the 5 of us near the register. Apparently they are known for their won tons and egg noodles so my husband ordered #7 Braised Duck Leg with Won Ton Thick Egg Noodle (with soup on the side). He said it was really tasty, especially dipping everything in the soup. I ordered the #35 Satay Beef Ho Fun Soup. The noodles were probably overcooked because they fell apart. The flavor of the satay couldn't have been more tastier. This is a very clean hole in the wall with very friendly staff.“
“After seeing this place on Instagram, I had to see if it lived up to the hype. Boy did it ever! The food was phenomenal. It was on the expensive side as far as Vietnamese food goes, but it felt elevated with premium ingredients, so I felt it was worth it. I can’t wait until the next time I am in the Bay Area and can give other menu items a shot.“
“Not busy. Quick service. Simple menu. Chicken was good tasty and crispy. Sauces are flavorful. Rice was cooked well too.Their food certainly lived up to this restaurants name! (Would've been crazy if not).They have more than just simple chicken and rice on their menu actually so I kinda wanna come back more and try out everything. Yay seemed decently fairly priced too I think.“
“Fellas, you don’t know how good you have it. I’m from NYC and I am confident that this is a superior joint to anything I can find. The last time I had something this good was in Toronto almost a decade ago. The bun vermicelli was the perfect thickness, and the five spice chicken so juicy. And getting taro in a spring roll these days?? Jesus go support this place!“
“Great place for yummy sandwiches. I got their combo and thai tea. Their service is great and fast. It is on the pricier side but worth it. I love their bread which is soft and crispy. I haven't tried their other flavors but I will in the future . My go to sandwich when I'm craving or in the area.“
“Been coming here for years for good reason. The pork and shrimp springs rolls with peanut sauce are sublime. Paired with the also exquisite pineapple flavored potato chips…. You have a meal fit for a king…. Or whatever gender less/ nonbinary system of government you happen to identify with. Cheers!“
“I have been looking for a "go-to" pho spot for the last 6 month after moving here in the bay area.I ate pho in the east bay, south bay and San Francisco area and was about to give up with the many months of disappointments eating below par pho. But this is the spot. That's it.Their pho is solid and their broth is flavorful. Their noodle choice for their broth is a good pairing.“
“Honestly so impressed with our entire dining experience here! The food was fresh and delicious with perfect textures and dimensions, the house made hot oil was awesome, the service was friendly, helpful, and quick, and the atmosphere was nice - low lighting, pretty wood accents, and not overly noisy. Do yourself a favor and try the Shanghai butter tofu appetizer. We will be back!“
“It lives up to the name of it. We ordered garlic noodles, calamari and lobster. It was delicious. The oysters were worth the trial. Lobsters was fresh and well cooked.The server was respectful and took time to explain the dishes and served well.Fully recommend the experience.“
“I came here while I was out, hungry for bahn mi and royal milk tea. They provided both in a timely manner, and at a great price. 11.25 for a sandwich and a royal milk tea. The atmosphere was very slow, didn't look like it was very busy, to go only, cash only. I would totally go here again, that sandwich was so good, and the tea was super creamy Check this place out in the visitation valley area! I've walked past it so many times and I'm glad I stopped this time! :)“
“Was visiting from out of town, and it was a cold, windy day, we were tired from visiting and walking around Golden Gate. As soon as we sat down, a friendly Aunty gave us the menu, and I ordered Crispy Noodles, Bo Kho (Beef Stew Noodle), and Combination Pho. The friendly Aunty said they don't have Crispy Noodles but recommended their Garlic Noodles instead with Pork Chop and Chicken. Oh man, it was GOOOOOD! The pork chop and chicken were slightly sweet and salty, with extra umami.Everything was perfectly seasoned, the beef stew noodle and the pho were hot, it warmed up my bones, and suddenly the outside wind wasn't a problem anymore.I had a scratchy throat before eating, but after eating, my scratchy throat went away!Delicious food. Very friendly and warm service from the Aunty who was our server (Did I mention the food was good? ?) and we ordered a garlic noodle and beef stew noodle to-go, to eat for breakfast after our long drive. 10/10 would eat here again. Good pricing too!Parking: Parking spots throughout the front of the stores like in Main Street America. But there's traffic to and from. You have to back out onto traffic.“
“So many drink options to choose from! I got the boba blended matcha and it was delicious. The barista is funny and it’s a great atmosphere, I imagine this is a great spot to meet friends. It’s cash only so be prepared for that. Definitely coming back. ☺️“
“The food here is really, really good. I came here to eat out with a friend of mine and ordered the house garlic noodles, Dungeness crab, and imperial rolls. I can't say much about the service since they gave me and my friend lots of time to catch up, so depending on what you expect, it's pretty good. That's why I gave service 4 stars. Good, but not exactly outstanding. The atmosphere is really nice. I would personally sit on a patio if it's offered, but that's completely your choice.“
“Update: Vegan pho has been brought back! Owners mentioned it was by popular request, and they also have a spicy noodle soup that's vegan. Happy to hear it's made a comeback. Old review: Unfortunately they no longer do vegan pho but don't seem interested in updating their banner or menu to reflect that. Bahn mi is only vegan with mayo removed, and so it's quite dry. Isn't the worst meal in a pinch but generally a bit disappointing. Updated from previous review on 2023-04-30“
Vietnamese • $
“As of 03/05/2024:Was greeted and seated immediately upon entering.I ordered the BBQ Beef spring rolls ($12). Let me tell you- this is the best variant of spring roll I have ever had. The beef in the rolls was juicy, tender, and very flavorful.As a main dish, I went with the #1 Beef Combo pho ($16). It was pretty good. Very good serving of different cuts of beef. I was pleasantly surprised by the thick cuts of brisket that were included. The broth was definitely cardamom and coriander- biased. It was a struggle to finish the bowl of pho, as they are very generous with the portion size.4.25 ⭐️for pho, 5 ⭐️for the BBQ Beef rolls, 5⭐️ for service.“
“Let's start with the food family recipes. I've been going there 450 years.Grew up with Felicia the cook.The service is great, very friendly. The atmosphere a little data but big picture windows for people watching taking in the vibes of the area. They also have an upstairs where you can have a private event. I recommend selections from felicious menu there. You get a variety of combo plates which are very affordable.“
“I have to write a review about this place as soon as I finish my dish. The food is sooooo gooood and the taste of every dishes that I ordered is exactly like in Vietnam. It makes my day because it has been long time since I can eat my favorite food that has the same Vietnamese taste. The staffs and service are great. The price is cheap with great portion. 11/10 “
“This was the best vegetarian pho I have ever had. The broth was rich and flavorful. The fried tofu was yummy. The noodles were chewy. Personally, I would have preferred smaller carrot chunks, but everything else about the soup was overwhelmingly positive. I would come back again any day of the week.Vegetarian options: There is vegetarian pho and the buddha sandwich.“
“Super good: combo banh mi, shrimp rolls, smoothiesDo yourself and them a favor and order online well ahead of time for pickup because they don’t have a lot of staff working and have to hustle when they have multiple orders. The smoothies and shrimp salad rolls were fresh and delicious. Baguettes are really good, and easy to bite into, not as hard as some banh mi places. We liked the combo meats better than the lemongrass grilled pork, but both were made well.“
“Thanh Tam is one of my favorite spots in the city - a no frills place with simple decor, quick service, and great comfort food, nestled among much higher flying places on a bustling Valencia street.The lemongrass tofu is one of the best tofu dishes I’ve had, with a great tofu texture and highly flavorful lemongrass-based sauceThe hot and spicy vegan noodle soup is among the best vegetarian phos I’ve had, with tons of depth to the broth, a solid mix of veggies, two types of tofu (including the rare tofu skin preparation), and tons of noodles (I modify the noodles to egg noodles to get what I think a better, less slippery texture).Top everything off with Harry’s quick, attentive, and familiar service, and Thanh Tam will always be one of our favorite go-to spots“
“Excellent sandwiches on the westside of the city. It's not a restaurant, so plan to eat outside or away. The service is very polite and fast. But they get very busy so you either call in the order or wait.....Parking: Midweek, you're fine. On weekends, it can get busy.Kid-friendliness: There is a park adjacent to the shop.Wheelchair accessibility: No entry. Everything is done outside“
“This place not only has a chill atmosphere, but rally amazing food at super reasonable prices. I'd recommend this place if you are a student at CCSF. Definitely a business I’ll be introducing my friends to if they ever come out for a visit.“
“Honestly not sure what happened to the pho options in SF but suddenly it's like they all disappeared or went significantly downhill. This got us searching for replacements for our usual Kevin's or BenTre. I've been here a few times and each time it's always quite empty inside, not sure why because I feel their BBH is to die for! My friend always gets the regular pho and he says it's definitely better than Kevin's. Last time we ate in, and this time we ordered to-go. The portion size is huge as usual and they are very generous with the sides as well. The BBH is filled with goodies like a huge rib, pork feet, pork blood, your usual hams, and many other things! When we ate in person, they offered us more sprouts, peppers, and lemons when they saw that we were low; I've never had a place offer me those without asking; most even charge extra! I've always seen the same two (owners?) working here and and they're both great, we leave satisfied every time. The price is a little higher than normal, and I'll admit if it weren't a small family owned business, I'm not sure if I'd pay nearly $20 for a bowl of pho. However, it is my current go-to in the Sunset and I find myself back there about once a week!“
“Pretty solid banh mi. Like the other reviews said, there's a bit too much carrot for my taste. The bread is unique - it's crunchy and buttery, definitely not the traditional french baguette. However, I did enjoy the change of pace. The man making the sandwich was very kind and the service was fast. It satisfies my banh mi craving when I'm in the area!“
“The food wasn't bad. It was quite delightful. But one thing that I would recommend to the restaurant is to put more condiments on the tables. Such as soy sauce and fish sauce. Some people like it saltier than others. It would have boosted my rating for the restaurant if it had those two condiments. But other than that. Food was good and fresh.“