Restaurants in South San Francisco

“The best vegan food Best ever service-our family go to for family events and every day dining ❤️”

“the coffee's good, the people are even better!”

“Great delicious food! Good portions! Cute atmosphere.”

“Absolutely amazing food . Came here on a trip from jersey and was recommended here . You won’t regret it .”

“Banana Foster French toast and their freshly squeezed orange juice.”

“We ordered the green juice, coffee and original açaí bowl - all of which were phenomenal. We continued to watch food come out of the kitchen and wished we had ordered one of everything on the menu. It all looks and smells so good!!!”

“Let's start with the amazing food I had ,lets add the perfect service that it was provided by Marta Melendez, her smile and attitude was the best part ! Thank you Marta for your excellent service, the food was amazing ?! Marta keep the smile on her face ,even that I was a super busy day she was making us feel happy with her service! A big plus ,for the restaurant for having people like Marta!”

“Tried Curry Pizza House in Kent, WA for the first time. Great flavors! Wonderful wings, Desi bread, and pizza! The mango lassis are yummy. Definitely check it out!”

“We had a wonderful experience here. The server was so kind and gave us a desert on the house. Our meals were delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone who loves Mediterranean cuisine!”

“LITERALLY THE BEST WE’VE EVER HAD. The meat was perfect, and the Kanafah is a MUST. The platter can feed a family of eight. We had such a good time eating here, and will be coming back soon!

All hallal. Also we got in a little late, and they were still able to accommodate which was very nice of them. Food and service 10/10”

“All the samiches at this spot are good! Highly recommend the Lobster Crab samich. They only have it on Tuesdays and Fridays.”

“Go early if you want their specials of the day. We arrived around 3pm and just missed out on their Apple empanadas. I love their beef, chicken or sweet potato empanadas as well as their pastries.”

“I’m a huge fan of dirty chai lattes and I’m always searching for who has the best. The dirty chai at Antigua is definitely near the top of the list for me. Not too sweet and not too spicy which is the way I like them. Will def be back for the chai. Pastries were also delicious. Haven’t tried the food yet but looks like it would be amazing.”

“This is such an instagrammable cute cafe! I highly recommend trying their pastries. And I love coming here to work on my schoolwork with a cup of coffee and relax. Love love love”

“Ensamada was really good and soft One of my favorite”

“We travelled from Maryland to experience San Francisco, found this local restaurant within walking distance of our hotel, and decided to give it a try. It was well worth it! The staff was accommodating, attentive and very friendly. The food was exceptional! If you haven’t tried Mediterranean cuisine or love it, this is the place for you!”

“La Tapatia makes The Best " Carnitas " I've ever tasted "Muy Bueno" I buy Some at least 4x a month with freshly made Corn Tortillas ummmm 👍”

“Great Vibe, amazing staff. Great Bartenders, Love this place.”

“The largest sandwich I’ve ever had at a deli, love the garlic spread. Excellent sandwich!”

“Delighted with the experience at Gunter’s. Friendly personnel and very good quality food. Tried the corned beef hash with fried banana which was awesome! I will be back for sure in my next visit.”

“First time here, had the French dip sandwich, it was good, the au jus was very tasty, slightly thicker than usual, the bread was okay, but would be better on a sourdough crusty roll that would hold the au jus better and not get so soggy.”

“Friendly, elegantly set up, and good service - what's not to like? Early lunch on a weekday with a professional connection. It was almost empty (some folks came for takeout). We appreciated the flexibility on beverages, and the great flavors on both our sandwiches.”

“We stopped here while waiting to catch our flight because we had a while. It was super chill and a fun place. They had old pinball machines that we played and the ambiance was very cool and relaxed. Food was so yummy. Got the flatbread pizza and some fries to share. Very satisfied.”

“I had a Provolone cheese sandwich today 1/11/25. It was delicious. Their garlic sauce and hot sauce are AMAZING! Definitely worth the wait. Good customer service as well. Thank you.”

“This place is great. Solid craft beer selection and good bar food. Between this place and brothers cafe next door, there is no reason to not go to this area! I wish I knew about this place sooner.”

“Great place to eat dim sum”

“un sabor authentic Mexicano. tortillas hechas a mano. Todo muy sabroso.”

“Place was not that busy on a Memorial Day Monday, so I was able to order my food right away and the food was not that expensive. Worker who took my order was very nice. Food came out quick. Got a Carne Asada taco that was delicious. Didn’t even take a picture because it jumped in my belly. Burrito was decent, good flavor but I wish they put more meat in it. It was packed, but I found myself trying to conserve the meat to make it last for other bites. Salsa bar was cool with the huge selection to choose from. Other than that, I would come back and definitely order more tacos.”

“Café Bunn Mi in South San Francisco is hands-down one of my favorite spots for comfort food!

Their garlic noodles are absolutely delicious full of flavor and perfectly cooked every time. I pay for extra noodles! I spoil myself like that all the time!

The imperial rolls and egg rolls are always crispy, fresh, and packed with goodness. For the imperial rolls I always pay for extra lettuce! They come with the vermicelli noodles and fish sauce!!!

Their fried chicken sandwich is another must-try: crunchy, juicy, and so satisfying.

And of course, you can’t forget the Thai iced tea sweet, creamy, and the perfect drink to tie it all together.

Great food, great service, and always consistent. Highly recommend!”

“food was great, and delicious”

“Very impressed and Edgar was awesome and super friendly.”

“We LOVE Andiamo in Banca…atmosphere is great, food is consistently delicious, but the service is incomparable! Memet has been our server for 2 years now! We feel like family!”

“Living just two blocks away, I made it a weekly ritual to dine here, and it remains my absolute favorite spot for street tacos. While I miss the salsa bar, a casualty of the pandemic, it was heartening to find the tacos tasting just as delicious as they did six years ago during my recent work trip. It's reassuring to see that this gem is still thriving.”

“The pho, noticeably fragrant. 20 hours of simmering evident in the deepness of taste, buttery from the marrow drawn from bones. Clean and translucent broth, an indicator of quality. The wait time, a result of perfectly boiled-to-order rice noodles. What’s missing in decor is over-compensated by taste. Come for a rare-find bowl of solid noodle soup — no frills, but very simply delicious.”

“Kamu Sushi in South San Francisco is a cozy, small gem that really makes every visit special. Their beer and sake is top-notch and pairs beautifully with the meal. The extra spicy edamame is a fiery delight, while the seafood options like lobster and mussels are impeccably fresh. The nigiri and Spicy Spider Roll round out an unforgettable culinary experience. A must-visit for an intimate evening of great food and drink. Cheers!”

“Beautiful dinning room, food was only so so. It was expensive, but that’s everywhere nowadays.”

“The food is delicious, the hostess very friendly and attentive. Don't let the storefront/ signage suggest otherwise.. delicious food, great prices.. worth it.”

“Dragon Garden is a small Chinese restaurant with delicious food at very affordable prices. The portions are generous, and it’s definitely a great value. It’s a family-friendly business with a welcoming vibe.

I picked up a lunch special to go, and it came with soup, rice, and my choice of dish. Everything was fresh and tasty!”

“Amazing!! Enjoyed our dinner very much! Chicken was so tender. The flavor was amazing. Definitely will eat here again!”

“My favorite taqueria in South City. The tacos are filled with meat, regardless of how you order them.
The menu is pretty extensive as well and the staff is very friendly and welcoming.”

“The fried wings were cooked to perfection — crispy on the outside, juicy and tender inside. The honey garlic sauce was the star of the show — perfectly balanced between sweet and spicy, giving every bite a burst of flavor.”

“I've been staying and working in South San Francisco this week without a car. Have dined there for lunch 2 days in a row now, and both days I also brought back dinner to my hotel for the evening. Everything has been delicious with fresh ingredients. Really creative and elevated offerings for a quick service restaurant. The salmon was especially amazing! I had 2 really dismal experiences earlier in the week with Doordash and only wish I had tried Foundry & Lux sooner. I'll be back tomorrow before heading back home on Saturday 😀”

“Great place to have lunch. I especially like to order the Curry chicken. It is the best in town! Try it and you won't be disappointed!”

“Oh my goodness. Such a gem in the rough. Amazing food in the middle of an industrial area. I'm an old fat white guy, and the meal defeated me. For the first time in a long time, I needed a doggy bag. The Shawarma were delicious as were the pickled veggies and cole slaw. The Arabic coffee was to die for. So rich and thick!”

“Went there for date night. Between the food, the service and the atmosphere, we were both made to feel special. Thank you Buon Gusto!”

“This location is great. Taillana (waitress) is awesome. Foods always on point and the service is good even during busy times. I got the smoke house breakfast combo. It was good and fulfilling.”

“Food was quick and served worm that's what's important, there weren't that many people working but I didn't have to wait long which was good..”

“Supergood Sandwiches, hamburgers, & Fresh Coffee here !!!!... Love the consistency of quality ,flavor, freshness of all menu items !!! I enjoy all the responsive, friendly, and quick services from all the Business Owners,Management Team / STELLAR EMPLOYEES 👌 👏”

“The drive thru server was ⚡️ QUICK!!! And the loaded spicy wedges are a MUST TRY!! 🥳 I personally could ALWAYS have a few more jalapeños.. hehehe 🤭 🦨💭 #UncleStinkee #SmellMeLater #WhoCuttheCheese”

“Like stepping back in time when the sandwhiches were great! Brings back my childhood memories when a great Poor boy was all I needed to be happy. Thanks Mike and Ken keep doing what you do!”

“I love this place. I got a carne asada with jalapeño, bacon jalapeño and a shrimp pupusa. It was hella good!!
The owners are great. They make you feel at home.”

“The restaurant has a really fun vibe, we enjoyed the tacos, drinks and chips and salsa. Service was exceptional. The creamy tomato spaghetti in the kids menu was a surprising option considering it’s a Mexican place but it was really comforting and we enjoyed it as well.

The only disappointing part was Flan which was hard and overcooked and the prices being on the higher side for what we got. But it’s a fun place and we’ll be back for the food we enjoyed!”

“Love Raymonds!! Love bringing home warm freshly baked bread!! The best! Everyone is so nice! And sometimes you get to see and chat with Raymond !”

“The things going for Darby Dan's are no line, fast service, full kitchen and beers on tap. We had a couple of sandwiches. Darby Dan sandwich $15 and a roast beef w/Swiss $13.50. They had a full kitchen on the right. It wasn't on the menu but they made some chili cheese fries for me. They even had Mango Cart beer on tap. I had a pint. I'm not sure how much it cost because they don't give me a receipt. Regardless, everything tasted OK.”

“Dude this place rocks. Food fresh service on point and prices for the amount of you get are very reasonable! Fast service and food is DELICIOUS! try the Tri tip sandwich (One of my favorites)”

“The best Shabu in San Jose and located in the perfect part of San Jose in Japantown, we love coming here to eat Shabu, it is so delicious. I highly recommend it *****five stars the owner Richard treat’s us great with so much hospitality, we just feel so welcomed and will continue to frequent his establishment.”

“Don't normally right reviews but I came out of town and needed a quick bite to eat. Came here and it was a great experience. Food was awesome and the lady that sat me was so friendly and cheerful to me and everyone there. Got the Cajun pork dumplings and Kung pao Chicken.

Will def come back again if in town.”

“Shrimp tacos were incredible, portions were overflowing. The perfect example of authentic street food. Would definitely be a frequent visitor if I lived in the area!”

“Very friendly staff and delicious food. The variety is great! Definitely a go to place if you like Sushi 🍣 🤙🥇”

“Villa del Sol specialty is the Argentine asado (Argentine BBQ), I highly recommend their grill asado for two. It comes with a variety of meat, chicken, pork, sausages & sweetbread.”

“just like the old Bambu Desserts! #Avocado with boba and color jelly!! easy parking they increase prices tho'”

“nice food and cold beer.”

“I cannot say enough about The Cake Queen and Coffee Bar. The cake was just what we wanted. They worked with me, making everything easy. The taste of the cake was equally amazing and received rave reviews at my nieces baby shower.”

“The nachos with carne asada and a michelada! That is a perfect meal.

Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian and seafood options.

Kid-friendliness: We come with our grandkids and the staff is welcoming to us.

Wheelchair accessibility: There are no steps and the restaurant is at ground level.”

“Talent you can taste! I love focaccia bread but most don’t do it right, authentic. They do!”

“Visiting from Illinois and stopped for a quick dinner. Was totally surprised by the friendliness, sevice and food. WONDERFUL PIZZA. Would recommend Pizza Lover for anyone who loves great pizza.”

“I’ve been coming to this taco truck for a while now and I can say great service and good Tacos. I’ve recently tried there Asada fries and I can say it’s probably one of my favorites now. I highly recommend this place if your looking for some good tacos or tortas”

“second time here, love the Ramon Biria with a side order of Quesabiria.”

“The cupcakes tasted delicious, especially the Dulce Salted Egg. They were spongy, moist, and right level of sweetness. The ube latte is a must. I tried it without boba or coconut jelly because did not want these toppings to influence or override the drink. Very satisfied!”

“The burgers are delicious 😋”

“Awesome! My family enjoyed it”

“great coffee ☕ nice ambiance”

“I’ve always wanted to come to a Starbird and today’s finally the chance to visit.

🍔Food: I got their new Indian Hotbird chicken sandwich. I can give it a 9/10. The sauces balance each other out w/o having 1 dominating the rest in terms of flavors. Spiciness level is about 6/10 on a general scale. The raita in it (yogurt-based sauce) and the cucumber let the fried chicken taste without too overpowering. The bun is also pretty good. The only downside is that the chicken is not fresh-out-of-fryer temperature and not as ‘authentic’ or moist as a Popeye’s, but the overall dining experience far outweighs the competitors.

🌽Elote corn side: highly recommend. Again very fresh & balances out the grease from the fried chicken.

Environment: Waayyy better than those regular fast food chains. Very bright & uplifting with ample lighting and light music.

🅿️Parking: parking can bit a bit tricky. Basically you need to stick close to the apartment building and drive into the parking lot whenever possible to avoid going over.

Would definitely come again whenever I have a chance to try out their salad/fries and more!”

“I was seated right away during lunch time and it wasn't too busy. My favorite and reason for my visit was to have the torikawa (chicken skin skewers) I also had the Bento with the shrimp tempura and shioyaki salmon. Everything was delicious 😋 I almost forgot to take photos as I was hungry lol... price was also reasonable.”

“Maybe I some how summoned it, being a fan, but that's the first time I've seem abthsinth at a bar. Guy didnt even know what I was talking about. Asked me questions. First time he poured it. Truly a full bar.”

“If you’re looking for a local breakfast spot this is it! Old diner feel with excellent breakfast, amazing customer service, and very fair prices. They have been in business over 30 years and it’s no secret why. Delicious food and great customer service. Highly recommended.”

“Fresh ingredients, delicious food; we enjoyed everything we tried. I'm just sorry I didn't try the habanero sauce; it would have been a little mild for me if I hadn't added jalapeños. For our tastes, knocks Chipotle out of the park!”

“A perfect site for relax a have a good time with your friends or just drinks!!!”

“Been going here since i was in the service the bartenders r great drinks r good. I just hit 60 an seen a lot of places come an go i hope the bar goes another 100 yrs so city tradition!”

“Delicious, friendly and 100% authentic! 🇲🇽🥖🥮”

“Mango juice tastes so good! Eggettes so soft!”

“I always get good food and great service. Take out or dine in .”

“Met a friend for lunch at this spot, never been but the food is great and the folks there are very nice. I did find it to be little pricey compared to other taquerias in the area.”

“The food here is amazing. I'm not a review leaver but this food was so good I had to say something. The salmon was incredible for such an affordable price. Staff were so kind and patient with me while I looked over the menu. Everything is so fresh. If I could come down here every day I would. So amazing 10/10 perfect lunch spot or post workout meal. Cannot wait to come back. #obsessssed”

“Worked at a Golf Country Club that only served Wedemeyer bread. The bread is delicious and very hardy, much better quality/taste than Acme Bakery. I highly recommend Wedemeyer Bakery”

“Great food. Fantastic value. Don’t tell people, it’s already too popular 😃”

“we eat there for lunch quite often. the food is absolutely fresh, healthy and super delicious. the vegan options are just wonderful. highly recommend. 2000 Sierra point building in Brisbane CA”

“This place was the real deal! My coworker asked if I wanted some food, I said yes because you can not pass up on food. He mentioned this place has good Mexican food and told me to check out the menu before he processes the order. At the moment I was not too hungry and just went with tacos, carne asada, carnitas and pollo. My coworker went to pick it up, and I started to get hungrier. Finally he arrived back at work with our goods. The tacos was authentic, packed with meat and one of the best tacos I have had. The sad part is, I wished I ordered more for myself because it was so damn good and it barely filled me up. I highly recommend this place to all taco enthusiasts, for a quick bite or if you are looking for a late night spot that serves great food. I definitely will be back to tryout their other delicious options they have to offer!”

“Arrived Sunday night, but no one was in the office but the lights were on. Saw the sign and decided to come back in the morning. Arrived at 7:30 was let in. Nice easy pull through dock but very small yard to maneuver through.”

“Super fast service from the Master boba technician and awesome crew ❤️❤️❤️”

“Quality Baked goods.”

“Los tacos los mariscos y las tortas todo sabroso”

“Love Raymonds!! Love bringing home warm freshly baked bread!! The best! Everyone is so nice! And sometimes you get to see and chat with Raymond !”

“Solid spot for a super burrito. Chips and salsa are pretty good too. Went in the other night and felt like I had to leave a review because their service was great. Super friendly ppl!”

“I had a Provolone cheese sandwich today 1/11/25. It was delicious. Their garlic sauce and hot sauce are AMAZING! Definitely worth the wait. Good customer service as well. Thank you.”

“Let's start with the amazing food I had ,lets add the perfect service that it was provided by Marta Melendez, her smile and attitude was the best part ! Thank you Marta for your excellent service, the food was amazing ?! Marta keep the smile on her face ,even that I was a super busy day she was making us feel happy with her service! A big plus ,for the restaurant for having people like Marta!”

“Went there for date night. Between the food, the service and the atmosphere, we were both made to feel special. Thank you Buon Gusto!”

“Amazing!! Enjoyed our dinner very much! Chicken was so tender. The flavor was amazing. Definitely will eat here again!”

“Amazing craft roasted coffee. Owner Marcel and the baristas always take time to tell you about the roast and suggest a blend. If you're familiar with Ikon from a farmer's market, it's definitely worth a trip to the cafe, which is located in the roastery. The pour-overs (only available at the cafe) and the chill atmosphere make the cafe my favorite go-to coffee place.”

“Food was quick and served worm that's what's important, there weren't that many people working but I didn't have to wait long which was good..”

“Banana Foster French toast and their freshly squeezed orange juice.”

“It's a McDonald's what can go right and wrong!
The restrooms and in good condition and maintained.
The services while at time felt could have been better. I don't think it is short staffed however it took a bit of time for extra ketchup.
For the food - seems the burger meats were already prepared and kept hence treated a bit less than room temperature. They could have had this better.
The speed of order to delivery was good.”

“Went there for date night. Between the food, the service and the atmosphere, we were both made to feel special. Thank you Buon Gusto!”

“Parking was available which made it convenient. The exterior looks old & a bit run down but upon entering, the restaurant had quite a number of guests. They were ready to serve when we entered, taking us to our allocated seating and taking our drink orders.
There was a quite a variety of food and I thoroughly enjoyed it.”

“I had a Provolone cheese sandwich today 1/11/25. It was delicious. Their garlic sauce and hot sauce are AMAZING! Definitely worth the wait. Good customer service as well. Thank you.”

“This location is great. Taillana (waitress) is awesome. Foods always on point and the service is good even during busy times. I got the smoke house breakfast combo. It was good and fulfilling.”

“Oh my goodness. Such a gem in the rough. Amazing food in the middle of an industrial area. I'm an old fat white guy, and the meal defeated me. For the first time in a long time, I needed a doggy bag. The Shawarma were delicious as were the pickled veggies and cole slaw. The Arabic coffee was to die for. So rich and thick!”

“La Tapatia makes The Best " Carnitas " I've ever tasted "Muy Bueno" I buy Some at least 4x a month with freshly made Corn Tortillas ummmm 👍”

“The drive thru server was ⚡️ QUICK!!! And the loaded spicy wedges are a MUST TRY!! 🥳 I personally could ALWAYS have a few more jalapeños.. hehehe 🤭 🦨💭 #UncleStinkee #SmellMeLater #WhoCuttheCheese”

“Delighted with the experience at Gunter’s. Friendly personnel and very good quality food. Tried the corned beef hash with fried banana which was awesome! I will be back for sure in my next visit.”

“We had a wonderful experience here. The server was so kind and gave us a desert on the house. Our meals were delicious. I would recommend this place to anyone who loves Mediterranean cuisine!”

“Love ❤️ it. Missed it so much since we don’t have in Alberta”

“Delicious, friendly and 100% authentic! 🇲🇽🥖🥮”

“Flavas Jamaican Grill is a true hidden gem in South San Francisco, conveniently located near the airport and hotels. While the restaurant is small, and parking can be a challenge (you might need to park down the street), the food more than makes up for any inconvenience. I highly recommend ordering ahead, especially during the evening, as the space can get crowded with customers and delivery drivers. If you're dining with a family, the limited seating may not be the most comfortable, but the incredible food makes it worth it. The jerk salmon is the star of the menu perfectly cooked with a smoky, tangy heat that melts in your mouth. It's hands down the best salmon I’ve ever had, with flavors that are bold yet perfectly balanced. The jerk chicken is also a standout, and the sides like dirty rice and plantains are the perfect complements, creating a delicious harmony of flavors. If you’re feeling adventurous, don’t miss out on the oxtail or the wings both are packed with rich, authentic flavor. Pair your meal with one of their imported Jamaican sodas or a ginger beer for a truly immersive experience. As someone from Fresno, where Jamaican food is nonexistent, Flavas has been my first and only Jamaican food experience and it has set the bar incredibly high. The flavors are vibrant and comforting, giving you a true taste of Jamaica. Other patrons rave about their curry goat and daily specials, which I plan to try on my next visit. Whether you’re a local or passing through South San Francisco, Flavas Jamaican Grill is a must visit for anyone craving bold, authentic flavors. Just be sure to plan ahead for seating and parking, and prepare to be wowed by the food! Food: 5/5 Service: 4/5 (due to limited seating and busy atmosphere) Atmosphere: 4/5”

“Pulled up on a Thursday around 6 and the gentleman working had a great attitude, made sure our order and food was right. Wouldn't write this if the pupusas also weren't super good!! For sure the place to get dinner in the area post work”

“Great taco truck close to the airport, definitely worth a visit especially if you’re running short on time before your flight and want to get something to go that you can take on the plane”