The Yummiest Asian Fusion in San Francisco

Wooly Pig

★★★★★ 4.5 (913) • $$

"A solid bite to eat! Service was quick and the food was cozy. The style of pan Asian fusion is always hard for me to love-love, but it was overall tasty. The curry udon with tofu was good and would get it again if I was in the mood."

Alnico

★★★★☆ 4.2 (902) • $$

"Alnico's ube hotcakes were definitely what attracted my interest! I came here about 2 years ago on a weekend with a reservation and there was still a wait, that's how popular this place was. The ube hotcakes were delicious and came in big portions. I do wish the hotcakes had more ube flavor - it was a bit too subtle. Still, the pancakes were fluffy and very filling. My friend also got the ube Vietnamese iced coffee, which tasted more coffee than ube - the ube flavor was barely there."

707 Sutter

★★★★☆ 3.9 (994) • $$

"I had the pleasure of dining at 707 Sutter, a cozy Korean restaurant, around 6 pm. At that time, it wasn't too busy, but as we settled in, more customers started to arrive--a clear sign that we were in for a great meal.Food:I ordered teriyaki chicken with white rice, and we started with a plate of shrimp. The food came out hot and well-seasoned, with generous portions that were perfect for sharing. Every bite was delicious! We ended up passing dishes around the table and still left with a few to-go boxes. Those dishes included Spicy chicken, chicken wings, fried rice with vegetables and beef dumplings. The flavors were rich, and the BBQ chicken had that perfect smoky sweetness. A special mention for the shrimp appetizer--crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. It really set the tone for the meal!Service:The service was top-notch. Our waitress was attentive without being overbearing, making sure our glasses were always full and checking in just the right amount. It's always nice when you feel well taken care of but not rushed.Ambience & Cleanliness:The atmosphere was pleasant, with plenty of seating, which made it comfortable even as the restaurant got busier. The dining area was spotless, and the clean bathroom was a plus. It was easy to relax and enjoy the meal in such a well-maintained space.Extras:I also enjoyed a hot cup of saku, which warmed me up, and made sure to stay hydrated with water. The contactless payment was convenient, and I appreciated the modern touch.Overall, 707 Sutter exceeded my expectations in every way--great food, excellent service, and a clean, comfortable dining environment. Highly recommended if you're craving Korean BBQ or just a fantastic meal with friends or family!"

The Pots Hot Pot

★★★★☆ 4 (881) • $$$

"Have been here several times and always stocked and a fun time! My favorite hot pot place in the city!! All you can eat and sometimes has a short wait on weekends.Recommend the Tom yum and fire mala soups (if you like spicy). Also definitely try the condensed milk puffs (included in AYCE) for dessert"

Avenida Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (899) • $$

"I've been wanting to try this place since they opened in downtown San Mateo and my first experience wasn't a pleasant one. Back in 2023, I had emailed them to reserve a table for 12 people for a celebration reunion with my classmates from the Philippines. Thought this restaurant it would be ideal (for obvious reasons), but nobody ever got back to me. Even calls to speak with the manager went nowhere. I had to reserve another venue, and I finally received a response from them after the planned reunion. In a nutshell, the excuse given was they were busy and will use it as a learning experience.Water under the bridge so moving on, I decided to take the Wifey here for dinner back in November of last year with the two dogs in tow. We didn't have reservations, so the only option was to dine on their parklet. We didn't mind the cold, as long as we had a nice heater to keep us warm. We ordered the following:Pork Sisig ($27 with egg +$2) Seasoned pork, chopped and sauteed with spices on a sizzling plate. Looking at the picture, let me state the obvious: the egg yolk was already broken, and it was already cooked. They didn't even allow us the experience of mixing the egg with the rest of the dish, and the taste was mid at best. The texture of the pork was also flossy as it wasn't the typical sisig that I'm used to. Crispy Pata ($39.50) They describe it as crispy on the outside, juicy and tender on the inside. All true, but at this price point, I wanted it to wow me. It was lacking in flavor, and it was cooked inconsistently with some chunks of meat being too hard. Nothing too special, and you can get a similar dish at other Filipino restaurants at half the price. Sinigang ($11) Veggies and broth only. This hits the spot as the sourness of the broth was just right and it warmed us on a cold, chilly night. Pinakbet ($23) Stir-fried string beans, eggplant, bittermelon, okra, squash, shrimp, pork, shrimp paste and topped with chicharrones. This was the best-tasting food among the dishes that we ordered. All the ingredients complemented each other as it was well-balanced. As far as service goes, it was also inconsistent as we were initially told that we could sit at a table near the door but then changed it to the parklet as that table was reserved. Our server also changed (understandable) that caused us to wait on a request that we had to repeat. All in all, there were hits and misses and a mix bag of everything else from my very first experience to the most recent one. I'm still giving them 3 stars, and that's being generous since I want them to improve, be more consistent and be better. Hopefully on our next visit."

Kemuri Japanese Barú

★★★★☆ 4.1 (793) • $$$

"Food was really good, just the salmon skewer was a little bit on the drier side. Otherwise flavor and presentation is good! Karaage chicken was very juicy! Service was amazing, they took the time to explain the menu. It is a great place to meet with friends, drink and munch on some tapas."

K-Elements BBQ

★★★★☆ 3.8 (878) • $$$

"If I could gatekeep one spot, I would gatekeep this one. I've been coming to K-Elements since high school and the price and quality is unbeatable for an AYCE spot. Whenever we try another kbbq place, we always compare it to K-Elements as the standard. Unlimited meats at a very wide variety, individual cups of cheese corn, and very attentive staff always ready to help change out the grill. The dining room is huge and each table can accommodate parties of 2-6 at least and plays kpop music in the background, usually with a sports game on the big tvs. You order on your phone via the QR code placed on your table, and they bring out the meats and sides on little trays. Even back when I was in college K-Elements was the must-visit every time I came back to the city. Do yourself a favor and get the kalbi short ribs--they're the best. My only complaint? I wish the grills were bigger so I could eat it all faster :P"

RAW Sugar Factory

★★★★☆ 3.9 (811) • $$

"Went for an amazing champagne brunch with pancakes and more. Good service and lovely design inside! We'll be back for sure!"

Tommy Thai

★★★★☆ 3.5 (915) • $$

"Came here on a Saturday evening, got seated right away. Friendly and attentive staff. Love the ambience, clean and spacious. Food was delicious and large portions! Will def be back!"

Mala Town

★★★★★ 4.6 (523) • $$

"BRING BACK TOM YUM SOUP BROTH. As frequenters who actually completed 3 loyalty cards between 2 people we ask nicely please, bring back tom yum soup. The new sukiyaki broth that replaced it is too sweet and the sweet and sour tomato broth gave me a horrible acid reflux. After they removed tom yum we tried it a couple more times but even the variety of the ingredients decreased. Sadly, we won't be coming back anytime soon. Maybe maybe maybe"

Pho Saigon Noodle House

★★★★☆ 3.5 (840) • $$

"We love this local Vietnamese restaurant!Service is very fast and clean.I love the variety in Vietnamese soup dishes since there's so much more to explore other than pho but the pho is also so good here!!10/10 would recommend"

Dumpling House

★★★★☆ 4.3 (544) • $$

"Looking back, I can't believe I was so petty as to ding this place for a simple mistake that could happen to any restaurant. The food is great, the service is professional and the atmosphere is upbeat. The owner contacted me in response to my review and asked to reimburse me for the missing item, which was classy."

Cajun House

★★★★☆ 3.8 (678) • $$

"This review is long overdue. I have visited Cajun house several times, and each time, I leave a happy boy! The food is fresh and flavorful. Combo C is our go-to, and it's a steal! The service is always excellent. Super friendly and attentive. The owner ( I think ) is super kind and chats up the tables. Bonus points: their 90s playlist hits every time we are in, and I am convinced it elevates the food's flavor.Go out and support this local business! **Pro Tip** Cross the street and get dessert at the ice cream parlor."

Kuya's Asian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.7 (685) • $$

"Kuya's Asia Cuisine catered lunch for Red and White Fleet's kick off Spring Season, and everything was beautifully presented and delicious.If you want to support a local family-owned Filipino Restaurant, then please support Kuya's Asian Cuisine.Cheers!!!"

Señor Sisig

★★★★☆ 4 (566) • $$

"I was caught but surprise by how much i enjoyed a enjoyed a specific item on this menu - the Tosilog burrito. The first time I tried this burrito, it was delivered while on a night shift at the hospital. On that day, I thought the burrito was really good and scarfed it down but wasn't sure if i was just stressed or super hungry. I next tried recently in an in person pickup order. This time, the burrito tasted just as I remembered but even better! I really appreciate that you have the option to remove egg (i am one of those people who sometimes gets a weird/unpleasant feeling from the taste/texture of eggs). Ordering on toast tab was super easy and it was a quick, seamless pickup experience at the restaurant. The tosilog burrito is and will be one of my favorite san francisco staples while I live here."

Saucy Asian

★★★★☆ 4.3 (474) • $$

"Saucy Asian. Condiment Queen. Saucy Minx. Just a few of my nicknames. (I joke, but did anyone catch that "Love Actually" reference?) True to social media pics (no catfishing here), the top of my Saucy Asian Bowl ($15.99 + $2 for bulgogi beef) was evenly coated in gochujang aioli. The bottom is layered with rice, mixed greens, & japchae noodles; I left my bowl unmixed which made each bite a flavor & textural surprise with additional crunchy elements coming from kimchi, slaw, & fried shallots. As the restaurant fuses Korean & Mexican flavors, I couldn't leave without ordering their tacos & burrito. My bf enjoyed the Spicy Pork Street Tacos ($14.49), so much so that he polished off all three in one sitting. The Cali Burrito ($14.99) was filled with Soy Sauce Chicken (thigh meat), fries, guac, cheese, cream, pico, & scallions, but the dominant flavor was their delicious garlic sauce.Generous portions, perfect for sharing. Well-made food for people who, like me, can't get enough of sauces & condiments. It took me too long to finally try Saucy Asian but I plan to make up for lost time by having their Kimchi Burrito & Bibimbap ASAP."

Bon, Nene

★★★★☆ 4.3 (460) • $$

"This is one of the cutest, coziest restaurants in all of SF!! The vibes inside are amazing, but they don't take reservations so be prepared to come early or wait a long time. We showed up at 5:50PM on a Saturday and were sat immediately but the restaurant filled up quickly.Definitely try the Mentaiko Pasta - so savory and comforting and the portion is huge! My friends had the curry, in both vegetarian and beef, and they enjoyed that as well. We started with the Vegetarian Small Bites and I would not recommend that - flavors were delicious but the portion was tiny. It was like banchan sized portions but they charged $12 for it. Everything else was reasonably priced and portioned though!"

Golden Crab House

★★★★☆ 4.4 (434) • $$$

"Excellent food and excellent service! We had a birthday party dinner for my son. The waitress heard it's a birthday party she gave us ice cream on the house. The only thing is it's hard to find a parking space."

Kothai Republic

★★★★★ 4.6 (369)

"Inventive flavors, welcoming service, cozy ambiance as you watch the world go by through the tall glass walls on the corner of 9th & Judah. All but one of the tables was full when I entered sans reservation and it only became so when a couple offered to split their 4-top. We had a lively conversation about food and San Francisco places.I ordered Yellowtail Carpaccio ($23) that was delicate yet deeply flavored with ginger miso aioli, chili oil and a nori chip.The meltingly tender pork chop over miso parsnip purée ($39) was punctuated with a grilled fresno pepper to balance the sweetness of the glaze but whose scoville rating I didn't fully appreciate until the first bite (that'll teach me!) I really appreciated the cooking method of the pork chop as it was medium yet the fat was perfectly rendered. I ate every bite even though I intended to take half of it home.With a slightly peppery Russian River Pinot Noir, it was the perfect meal.Service was on point, every step felt ideally timed and unhurried.I like their menu very much and photos of certain brunch items look very tempting. I'll be back."

Cafe Bunn Mi

★★★★☆ 4.1 (455) • $$

"Was suggested to try out this spot, so glad I did. Hands down, the crispy duck sammy hit so hard. The tenderness of meat was yummy. The bread was fresh and crunchy but soft enough to devour. Good size sammy for lunch unless you like sharing it with another. Overall the combo of slaw and duck, ughhh say less. I took order to go but there is a good amount of seating indoors. Menu has such a variety, will come back to try more. Service was prompt and didn't have to wait too long for order."

Hawking Bird

★★★★☆ 4.1 (431) • $$

"After a nearby doctor's appointment, I stopped by this location for a quick drink. They have two options for milk for their Thai Iced Tea-- coconut milk or standard. I went with standard with light ice. It was very good -- not too sweet! There is plenty of seating and street parking. I can't wait to come back to eat here."

Dumpling Story

★★★★★ 4.5 (349) • $$

"Dumpling Story is as popular as it is for a reason! The sister restaurant to Dumpling Home, this place is on Fillmore and located closer to our neighborhood so we visit here more frequently now. The dumplings are always sooo delicious, and I understand why there's often a line or wait to get a table. I came on a rainy Saturday around 2pm and once we arrived and joined the waitlist it was about a 20 minute wait for a table for 3. I wish they allowed joining the Yelp waitlist remotely so you could do it in your way to the restaurant and not have to wait as long once you arrive.We got Jasmine tea, then split some dumplings and other dishes. Their soup dumplings are absolutely the best menu item, we almost ordered another round of them at the end of our meal. Everything else I've tried here is delicious too: green beans, brussel sprouts, pork buns (although I wish these had been BBQ), Dan Dan noodles. But the dumplings are really the star of the show.The service was friendly and checked up on us frequently. The food also came out quickly and we could tell everything had been freshly cooked. We love this spot and definitely will return!"

Toppu Ramen & Dim Sum House

★★★★☆ 3.9 (433) • $$

"such a cute family business - the owner is so sweet and welcoming :) haven't been back in a bit but want to go backI go with my vegan bf and we have two staples: taro buns, cold spinach salad, everything else we order varies but love these two so muchThey are very accommodating for his dietary needs and the food quality is amazing"

PPQ Dungeness Island - Millbrae

★★★★☆ 3.9 (424) • $$

"It's been a minute since we've been at this location. It never disappoints. The tough part is parking but we were able to secure a spot a block away. We were surprised there was no wait. It was Saturday, early evening. Probably because of the holidays? But great for us as we had a nice window seat at the front of the restaurant. We did a crab meal for 2 although we were a party of 3. We added 2 more dishes, green beans and shrimp. We were stuffed!"

Rin's Thai Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (421) • $$

"Thank you for taking care of our rowdy group! A group of eight of us walked up from the Tavern looking for a good meal, not just burritos this night. We plowed in, tipsy and hungry, and this place took master care of us. I know the feeling when big groups come in at the end of the night, but none of it showed with the staff. The food, omg the food. I had fried chicken, tasted my boyfriends pad Thai, and had dumplings and Brussel sprouts as appetizers. The Brussel sprouts were AMAZING. Crispy and tasty! Everyone said they loved the food, and whatever wasn't eaten was taken home to enjoy later. This place is on my list to visit again. It's an unassuming location, a couple blocks from a busy neighborhood in a more quiet and residential area. Adorable and welcoming. They took care of us and we appreciate it."

Societea Teahouse & Eatery

★★★★☆ 4 (367) • $

"Societea Teahouse & Eatery definitely has a name that kind of screams welcome to all ABGs and Kevin Nguyen, but it's a pretty solid spot for boba and snacks. I ordered takeout so I can really only speak on the food and drinks mainly. The menu is fairly large which is nice to have so many options.Most recently I ordered:- Strawberry Matcha ($6 + $0.75 for Oat Milk)- Kimchi Fried Rice ($12)- Bulgogi Beef Sandwich ($12)Their strawberry matcha is priced as how you'd expect for a matcha latte nowadays. It's pretty sweet even at 75%, but I enjoyed it and I can see why it's one of the more popular drinks here. The matcha taste isn't too strong and is a little more sugary, but I actually prefer that sometimes. You can really taste the strawberry flavor as well. I'd get it next time, but at a lower sweetness. The Kimchi fried rice was good! The egg was fried perfectly. It has that runny yolk that was perfect with the rice. It wasn't spicy, but you can taste the kimchi flavor. I'd recommend this.The Bulgogi beef sandwich was probably my favorite item. They give you a ton of Jalapeños is you add it on though and I ended up having to take some out and there were a lot of seeds in mine. Other than that, I thought the marinated ribeye they used was really good and flavorful. It was tender and not tough to chew unlike some other bulgogi Bánh mì that I have had. They are generous with the toppings without a doubt.I'd consider Societea a place worth ordering from again."

Boracay Garden & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.6 (451) • $$

"came here for mother's day at around 11:30am. Food was delicious i enjoyed the lumpia and the sinigang. Service was ok, there seemed to only be 2 servers for the whole restaurant."

Ollei

★★★★★ 4.6 (267) • $$

"San Francisco, Polk Gulch. January 2025.Polk is a very walkable and interesting street and a new place to eat there is often worthwhile checking out. The Ollei is near Lord Stanley, just north of Broadway, on the edge of Russian Hill. They're across the street from a Bi-Rite Market. I wasn't expecting much but I found the place to be welcoming and the food familiar Korean comfort food. The difference is the simple modern vibe with K-Pop videos projected on one wall.Meals come with a quartet of simple quick banchan. The danmugi, aka takuan, is sweet pickled yellow strips of daikon radish. The oi muchim is a quick simple sweet and vinegary pickle of sliced cucumber rounds. The beachu kimchi is also slightly sweet. The eomuk, ribbons of Korean style fishcake, is painfully bland. They're only there as flavor changes of pace.I tried the beef dolsot bibimbap. It comes in one of those modern style bowls that will not properly put a charred crust on the rice, so don't get your hopes up. The bulgogi marinated beef is sweet and fulfills its role among the soy bean sprouts, horenso spinach, simmered daikon, julienned carrots, slice mushrooms. The biggest appeal to me was the availability of proper modern Korean soju made with rice - allowing me to skip the green bottle stuff. Good sool will always make a difference to me among Korean dining choices. Won Soju, a label produced by AOMG CEO Jay Park, was the best bottle I saw, and the price point was very good.This is Korean comfort food that will appeal to western tastes. Satisfying, filling, with not too much depth of heat or flavors."

Cantoo Latin Asian Rotisserie

★★★★★ 4.7 (255) • $$

"Was in the area, craving soup on a rainy day, so decided to order pickup. WHen the order was ready, quickly parked outside, ran in to grab it, and left. There is street parking on the road but note the signage as I almost got a ticket for a random 4-6pm no parking. About 15 min to get home and the food held up well.Crema de maiz is one of my favorite dishes here. A comforting corn soup that is enough for two people to share. Sweet and sour pork chops is another favorite dish. Their sweet and sour sauce is unlike any other. It's not overly sweet. More like savory and lightly sweet. Best sweet and sour I've had. Meat is tender. Tried their fried cheese for the first time which was a delicious side dish. A block of lightly fried cheese that is kinda like eating a string cheese in texture, but better.Always gotta get their homemade limeade which is refreshing and sweet.While I typically dine in here, ordering to go pick up was convenient and just as good."

We Be Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.5 (457) • $$

"i we be sushi! my go-to neighborhood spot even after i moved from the mission. you gotta try the nasu-maki!! eggplant sushi with garlic oil, sooo good! so fresh, so delish, great service, great food! casual & intimate vibethey haven't figured out how to change the 2000s radio station though lol"

Noodle Station

★★★★☆ 4 (344) • $$

"This noodle place has been my lunch go-to place for years. The food is tasty and quality is consistent. The owner always greets you happily and offers free tea. Inside of the restaurant is cozy and clean. It's really a hidden gem in this area!"

Purple Rice

★★★★☆ 4.2 (310) • $$

"Came here on a whim with some friends and now it's one of my favorite Korean restaurants!Ordered the Galbi, Rice Cake Soup, Ramen, Kimchi Fried rice. Everything tasted incredible and the portion sizes were generous.Service was quick and efficient too! The restaurant itself was fairly plain, but the start of the show is the food... you need to come here!"

Mala Town

★★★★★ 4.5 (267) • $$

"Do not be like me and come here after a long day of not eating because you'll end up packing down a bowl for 2 meals! But also be like me if you don't mind delicious leftovers.The selection variety for the bowls here are great: they'll have most of the classic hot pot options with some few extra goodies I haven't seen elsewhere where and enjoy such as the fish tofu with cheese and mochi nuggets! With mild spice on the signature beef bone broth I could def feel a little numbing in my mouth but it's so flavorful.Their bottled drink selections were refreshing if you want a fun flavored drink like grape or pomegranate tea. Alternatively, they offer drinks on the side that are free next to the sauce bar.I'm already looking forward to my next time eating here! Definitely come with friends to bet on how much food each person will end up paying for based on the weight of their bowl."

Saucy Oakland

★★★★★ 4.5 (247) • $$

"Saucy opened where Tamarindo Antojeria was. Decor is laid back. Seating is spread thruout the interior.Offerings: "experiences", lunch sets, happy hour. Quick/spicy bites, shareables, rice bowls, dinner entrees.Order at counter, pay, pick food at counter when ready. About 10 minutes.Eats: popcorn shrimp lunch set (18)-mixed green with artisan dressing fresh, yummy.-kimchi fresh, semi spicy. Steamed rice fresh, moist-edamame surprisingly tender, fresh tasting-shrimp chips had lots shrimp & other flavas.-10+ popcorn shrimps unami flavored with mix of honey mustard, thai chili sauce, togarashi sesame. Shrimp itself was moist, crunchy. Didn't taste natural juiciness. Not the usual shrimp. Looked rock shrimp. 4.5 stars: great value. Didn't have time to explore. Just happen to discover Saucy on a walk by."

1601 Bar & Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (287) • $$$

"Tasty food with creative plating, excellent ambiance, and wonderful service and as always, great owners (husband and wife team). This is the MUST be place for a fine dining evening in San Francisco...we enjoy our evening once again as a group."