Drinks were yummy (lychee martini and raspberry lemon drop) and garlic crabs were fresh. Unfortunately the shrimp toast was not crispy, the fried rice was bland, and I wasn't excited about the dessert options. I still think some of the dishes are over priced, but you're paying for the name and the exceptional service. read more

We've been to Crustacean at the old location multiple times, but this new location is so beautiful and the ambiance is really nice. We had a 5:15 reservation and were sat immediately which was great. The garlic crab was the same it's always been, but the garlic noodles were bland, I remember they use to have more flavor. My husband got the ginger poached sea bass and he said it also lacked flavor. Overall I would suggest giving them a try if you haven't and try that garlic crab! read more

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Crustacean's new location is modern, bright & sleek with high ceilings & large windows which brings in beautiful natural light, quite different from the Polk St. location. Of the appetizers that we shared (ahi cigars, beef dumplings, truffle hamachi & salt & pepper calamari), the ahi cigars were our favorite, followed by the calamari. The beef dumplings were very flavorful. The truffle hamachi was good but was not as flavorful as the ahi cigars. We probably over ordered appetizers too. For entrees, we shared the roasted garlic crab (de-shelled), garlic noodles & roasted cauliflower & Brussels sprouts. The option to have the crab de-shelled is great because you don't have to struggle to get the crab meat out from the shell & don't have to worry about bits of crab shell & crab meat flying all over the table & yourself, even if you wear a bib. Most people didn't opt for the de-shelled crab, although the service is offered for $10. We were debating dessert since we were so full from dinner but we ordered red tea which has hawthorn berry flakes which added a hint of fruit & sweetness in addition to the coconut tapioca, which was the perfect light dessert & had pieces of mango & dragon fruit. They have a list of house created cocktails & have a full bar. My first cocktail was the Honeydew Haze & second was the lychee martini. Both were balanced, on the sweeter side but not too sweet & very yummy. Service is very friendly, warm & helpful. read more

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Wow, wow, wow. My bf and I had an amazing time last night at Crustacean to celebrate his 33rd birthday. First, super easy to make a reservation on OpenTable. Second, food was impeccable. We enjoyed every dish and had absolutely no complaints (except the price, our bill was $300+ but it was so worth it!) The crab was so yummy and juicy. Shaken beef was so flavorful and cooked to perfection. And the crab puffs and dumplings were such a great start to the meal. And oh man! The baked Alaska! We had never had this dessert before but had heard of it. A must try! The decor inside was so cool and eclectic. The servers and staff were attentive. The only tiny issue was parking. A couple of the garages nearby were closed on a Saturday night so we had to circle around a bit and ended up finding free street parking but it was a 10 min walk. So be sure to do a little parking research before you head out. We will definitely be back! read more

Crustacean - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was a Crustacean virgin according to my coworker :P Crustacean has long been a staple in the SF food scene at their prior location on Polk. My colleagues were super excited to see them sprout up again in FiDi across from the also new location of Wayfare Tavern on Pine St. There were significant raves about their famous crab garlic noodles and as such, our whole table of 8 people bibbed up for the same order :) I would highly recommend a reservation as it was a miracle we even got one; we arrived at 5:15pm and every table filled up shortly after. SF is "so back" as they say. Very short walk from Embarcadero bart! Tuna Cigars ($20): One order comes with two, and you get a fun show of a box reveal with smoke pouring out. I would order it again; they didn't skimp on the tuna. Shrimp & Lobster Dumplings ($20): One order comes with four. I regret not taking a picture since the lighting wasn't ideal, but I love their plating! The dumplings were okay, but the star was the sauce they were served on. Spicy tamarind ginger emulsion :) Salt & Pepper Calamari ($19): The price was painful but I gotta say, the seasoning was on point and it was really good lol From the Secret Kitchen menu we ordered An's Famous Garlic Roasted Dungeness Crab (extra $5 for cracked in the shell, $10 out of the shell) with An's Famous Garlic Noodles ($16). The crab is market price so I didn't catch how much it was on the bill. I'm glad we opted for in the shell because the experience of digging in with your hands and getting the shell innards was elite. I thought my coworkers were overhyping these darn garlic noodles but dude. It actually lived up to the hype!! It's so buttery and sweet somehow and it will clog your arteries, but I would come back just to get the noods! We had amazing Chardonnay, Cab Sauv, and Champagne to cut through the heavy flavors and it was perfect. I wish I ordered a cocktail since the flavors sound very unique, but I look forward to trying one next time. This was such a treat, welcome back Crustacean! read more

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Came to celebrate Valentine's Day with my husband. The food was amazing. The service was amazing. We had a great time. Definitely will be back. read more

Crustacean - Baked Alaska - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I stopped in just for a drink and now I can't wait to come back for some food. The decor screams elegance making for an elevated ambience for any occasion. Of course, this comes with the higher price tag for menu items. I've been to the other Crustacean location and the food is always superb. You can't not get their special crab. I love how they opened this location as it's close to my workplace. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Pricey elevated Vietnamese fusion in a swanky setting, paired with efficient yet impersonal service. Our party of five made a solid dent in the menu, with mixed reviews. Standouts: Truffle Hamachi - Summer truffle carpaccio, ponzu, tobiko caviar, scallions. The hamachi was rich, buttery, and clean, pairing beautifully with the deep, earthy aroma of truffles. Bright citrus from the ponzu cut through the richness, while the tobiko added crisp, salty pops for contrast. Shrimp & Lobster Dumplings - With squid ink tuile. Plump and juicy with a lovely balance of sweet and savory. The skin had a satisfying, toothsome chew without being thick or gummy. The squid ink tuile didn't bring much to the party. Unnecessary for a dumpling dish. It was more like a flavorless cracker than a meaningful addition. Good, Not Great: Bone Marrow with Escargot - Rau ram, garlic, toast. Decadent and indulgent, but ultimately underseasoned. Both elements leaned heavily into richness without enough acidity or brightness to bring balance. Filet Mignon Shaken Beef - Wok-flamed onions, watercress, twice-cooked potatoes. The beef was nicely tender, but the sauce didn't quite cook down into a glaze, making the dish a bit too wet. It also lacked that signature caramelized, slightly crispy edge you expect from a great shaken beef. Okay, Not Bad: Tiger Prawns with AN's Famous Garlic Noodles. The prawns overly salty. The garlic noodles were pedestrian something easily found at far less "swanky" spots. Seafood Fried Rice - Dungeness crab, scallop, shrimp, egg, scallion. Nicely seasoned with good overall flavor, but light on the crab. Disappointing: AN's Famous Garlic Roasted Dungeness Crab™ (MP) The supposed showpiece fell flat. The crab was on the dry side and lacked the bold roasted garlic punch we were expecting. We had high hopes going in thanks to all the buzz, but the experience didn't quite match the hype. Happy eating!! read more

The new Crustacean is night and day compared to before--and I mean that in the best way possible. Walking in, the space feels so open and airy, with décor that's modern, stylish, and just plain beautiful. I especially loved the bar--it's sleek, inviting, and the perfect spot to grab a cocktail before dinner. You can tell a lot of thought went into every detail. The service was excellent--attentive without ever feeling rushed. Our server was friendly, knew the menu inside and out, and had great suggestions (the shaken beef was one of them!). Drinks were always topped off, and the pacing of the meal felt just right. It really made the whole night feel effortless. As for the food, it's everything I hoped for and more. The garlic noodles are still my all-time favorite (I can never resist them), the shaken beef was tender and bursting with flavor, and the spring rolls were light, crisp, and a great way to start the meal. Pair that with their fresh seafood, and it felt like the perfect mix of comfort and refinement. If I could change one thing, it would be the signature drinks. They were good, but I felt they could be a little more creative and thought out to match the level of everything else on the menu. That said, I've always loved Crustacean, but this new space really elevates the experience. Same unforgettable taste, now with a gorgeous setting and service that makes you want to come back again and again. read more

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I met two friends to celebrate a birthday for one of us (not me!) and have a Golden Girls moment because we are all retired. The space is well decorated, very modern and clean. We sat at a table that had chairs on one side and built in bench seating on the other side which we found to be a bit low. I felt like we could have used a booster seat, lol. We opted to share everything and ordered the steamed shrimp and lobster dumplings, Kohlrabi Caesar salad, their signature roasted garlic crab and noodles with a side of wild pink shrimp. The presentation of the dumplings was nicely done. A lacy squid ink tuille sat atop the dumplings. They were tender, tasty, and the soy mustard vinaigrette complemented the seafood nicely. The tuille added a nice texture but didn't really have a pronounced flavour on its own. The Kohlrabi Caesar salad was interesting. The vegetable was thinly shaved into wide ribbons and dressed lightly in their version of Caesar dressing. I don't usually eat the croutons, but the ones in the salad were good. They had absorbed enough of the dressing so they were not dry or too hard. They are a good size, too. Don't change that. Unfortunately for us, the crab was a disappointment. It would have been nice to have the option of it being presented whole instead of out of shell. (Their dinner menu offers both options.) Larger pieces of crab were fine but anything small was dry and overcooked, perhaps when being heated with the sauce. We also found the garlic noodles to be dry as well and the butterflied prawns were overcooked and rubbery. After we finished, our birthday girl was given a complementary banana a la mode dessert, complete with a lit candle. It was so appreciated, but we still ordered a Baked Alaska to complete our experience. It was beautifully done, the torching on the meringue left it with nice golden brown highlights. The base was a chocolate cake that seemed a bit solid - maybe it was frozen so it would stand up to the salty caramel ice cream toffee mousse. But let me tell you, there must have been a pint of ice cream under the meringue! Depending on how much you like ice cream, this can easily be shared with 4+ people. Service was warm and attentive, the food well presented with some misses on their signature dishes. Our food tab came to $270 with tip, no cocktails or wine. Do it again? Possibly, but would opt for ordering small plates with a large plate to share. read more

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This was between a three and four stars. I am rounding it up to four just because they're new and we did have a good experience. However, of the pricing is likely prohibited for me to go again. We had - beef and bow marrow dumplings - 3 stars $20 for 4 dumplings - roasted crab deshelled only served at lunch 5 stars for taste 3 stars for price as it was $96. - Garlic noodles $16 3.5 stars. Decor inside four stars. Eddy served us and was very nice. Overall, we had a good experience however a little too pricey for me to go back anytime soon. My total for lunch was $86 a person, including tax and tip read more

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I have always gone to the sister location near the beach since I was a kid. Growing up, my mom whenever we wanted to do a splurge or celebration, once maybe very rarely twice a year, we would go to Thang Long. I've always heard about the family restaurants. My other family members would go to crustaceans quite often. They were in a higher tax bracket than us so I've always heard about crustaceans but never been. Recently my extended family was in town and I wanted to just thank them for all the support they've given me throughout my entire life, and I had them meet me at crustaceans and holy moly. I probably won't ever do that again. The cost was beyond $$$$ and this is exactly why I stick to the Red Robin's I am use to. Don't get me wrong, I live very comfortably, but under my means and this was definitely a shock to my system. Happy to do it and quite honestly the food was delicious. Was it $100/head delicious? No. The drunken crab garlic noodles drinks and everything was top-tier. The portion size of these staple dishes has drastically reduced. I'm not mad at it because I didn't leave there completely stuffed. Just was a little disappointed when hours later I was hungry again. In my opinion it's not worth money spent, yes great ambience, beautiful location, beautiful vibe decorations all nice. The staff was great AND we found free parking pretty close. Huge win. I probably won't go again. read more

Crustacean - Caviar "cigar" YUM 10/10 - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Hospitality is not the same as it use to be,I was very disappointed with the lack of attention we received from the staff. I actually had a reservation, ended up waiting 30 mins after my reservation to be seated. I had stop someone to send the waitress over to take our order because she had the audacity to help a table that was seated after us. They changed the baked Alaska recipe and I was so looking forward to having it only to be disappointed Then I had someone walk in on me while using the restroom. The lock on the door apparently was defective. I told the owner what happened to me and his response was let me put a sign on the door! Not ,I'm sorry you experienced that, or is there anything I can do for you read more

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Food: We ordered our usuals- crab, garlic noodles, prawns, beef, veggies, garlic rice, tuna cigars, calamari, Baked Alaska. The classics crab and garlic noodles were consistent and as good as the last time. We have been ordering those since the 90's. The prawns were a disappointment as they were dry and the shrimp meat was stuck to the shell and hard to peel off. Beef was very tasty, and the roasted brussels sprouts/cauliflower were standouts. Tuna cigars were gimmicky and fun to order the first time but not a second time. Service: Zack was friendly, engaging and attentive. Ambiance: Perfect for out of town guests and special occasions. Beautiful and classy vibes. Wish it had the aquarium glass floors like in Crustacean Beverly Hills, but this new location is still nicely done. Will be back again for the garlic noodles and crab! read more

Fantastic restaurant with superb service. Very upscale setting and the food was excellent. Restaurant was not extremely crowded but a good number of people . read more

Crustacean - Wagyu dumpling - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Went here for my daughter's birthday. I've been going here since the early 90's. The new site is beautifully decorated. The service is second to none. However the food has lost its original flavor. Garlic crab and noodles are their staples. The food wasn't bad, but I was disappointed that there was hardly any fresh garlic on either. The Tuna Cigars presentation was a nice touch, and could have used something to add to the flavor. read more

Crustacean - Garlic Noddles and Prawns, Garlic Crab, Jasmine Rice - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Crustacean was a place I had to check out after seeing it featured on a TV segment a few weeks back, and then hearing someone rave about it in my yoga class. Clearly this spot has a buzz around it, and walking in, you can see why. The vibe is cool, upscale yet approachable, and it feels like a quintessential San Francisco dining experience. Service was good overall, attentive and professional without feeling overbearing. The menu offers a wide variety of options, which makes it easy to find something for everyone, especially if you enjoy sharing dishes. You can tell this is a place people come to explore the menu rather than just order one entrée and call it a night. We started with the Signature Crab Puffs, which were good but not very flavorful pleasant, just not memorable. The Crispy Chicken Rolls weren't my favorite at all, though my partner really enjoyed them, so that one may come down to personal taste. The Spicy Butter Chicken Dumplings were interesting, but for me the spice completely overpowered the dish and that's all I could taste. The standout for me was the Tuna Cigars, hands down my favorite item of the night. They were so good and easily the most balanced and flavorful dish we had. From the secret kitchen, we also ordered AN's Famous Garlic Roasted Dungeness Crab, which was really good and clearly one of the reasons people come here. Rich, indulgent, and well-executed. Crustacean definitely has a following and is talked about throughout the San Francisco area. That said, for the price point, there are definitely better options nearby. Still, if you want to experience the famous garlic noodles and crab, I'd recommend making a reservation and stopping in at least once to see what the hype is about. read more

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Classic Than Long menu with an elevated service and ambience in San Francisco's FiDi. The crabs and garlic noodles remain my favorites in this restaurant with the crabs drowning in melted butter, garlic and seasoning. The price seem higher than usual compared to Than Long, but it could be because of the location and type of restaurant service. Our server, Zach, was friendly and professional, but warm. Great dining option for special occasions. read more

Crustacean - Roast crab, garlic noodles and prawns - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Made a lunch reservation for 1:30pm on a weekday. Wasn't busy at all since it's the later part of typical lunch time. Arrived, checked in, and was taken to table. Restaurant is huge and stunning. Definitely an upgrade and representation of the elevated approach to Vietnamese food they are trying to execute. Being in downtown, it's a great spot for company meals. - Bo Kho" Wagyu & Bone Marrow Dumplings - rich, savory dumplings that had a well made dumping skin - Steamed Shrimp & Lobster Dumplings - clean flavor and good texture from the shrimp and lobster, and the squid ink tuille was very pretty, but flavor lacked a little bit. Both dumplings were $20 for an order of four which is definitely on the pricer end. While objectively good, I don't know if I would get the dumplings again just from a price to wow factor - AN's famous garlic noodles - these are a must and had a fantastic flavor. Very garlicky and the secret sauce was savory but not overpowering - Seafood fried rice - loaded with seafood including dungeness crab, scallops, and prawns. All seafood was well cooked and the dish was milder in flavor, perfect to pair with more intense flavor dishes - Wok flamed seasonal veggies - rotating wok veggies that were actually one of my fave dishes - Banana foster - dessert that has been made for over 50 years and is an absolute must Really solid spot but definitely on the pricy end. Great for a company meal but not sure if I need to be back soon on my own dollar. read more

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I finally made it to their new location! Me and 2 of my friends walked in without a reservation and thankfully we were seated after a short wait. The new space is bright and open! It was packed with all types of people. I ordered a cocktail and we shared the salt and pepper calamari, it was so flavorful and lightly fried. I went with the crab cracked in the shell and we shared the garlic noodles and the roasted cauliflower and Brussels! The crab was buttery and it can definitely be shared. The garlic noodles were good just how I remembered them and the veggies were awesome, whatever sauce they were in was so tasty! Service was ok, they were pretty busy! I would definitely be back again. read more

We dined at Crustacean while visiting San Francisco to celebrate a friend's birthday and the New Year's Eve holiday, and it was such a great experience. The ambiance is beautiful (definitely a top-tier photo spot) and the staff went above and beyond. Everyone was incredibly friendly, and they even offered to take photos of us, which we really appreciated. For food, I ordered the Dungeness crab and highly recommend adding the $10 out-of-shell option unless you want to get super messy. Totally worth it and made the experience much more enjoyable. The garlic noodles are a 10/10, a must-order!! We also had the shrimp and lobster dumplings, which were delicious and came out with such a cute presentation. To drink, I had the lychee martini, which was really good. Overall, Crustacean is the perfect spot for a celebration: great food, great drinks, beautiful atmosphere, and amazing service. I'd absolutely come back next time I'm in SF. read more

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Nice restaurant with good customer service serving delicious food. The interior is nice and slightly upscale, good for a date night or holiday dinner. Recommendations: Garlic noodles Dungeness crab Tuna cigar Crab puff They take card. Single unisex bathrooms in the back. read more

Honestly, had better food especally for being overly priced. I don't mind but $30 dollars for fried rice is not jusifable. The ambiance is decent not fancy or fine dinning as they try to make it. The servers act like they are high class and don't really care about servce. I asked for some water they looked down on me and walked away without any response. I had to ask for water about 6 times before they even gave it to me. Ordered garlic noodles and fried rice. It was cold and been sitting awhile before served. When I went to express my concerns. It was met with very bad additude. When the bill came I did tip them 15%. They came back and demanded 20% percent tip. they are not fine dinner and did not treate us well. Food took long time and was kind of cold for hot dish. Tip is optional not manditory. Food 3.5/5 Servcice 3/5 (This was the factor of low review). Ambiance 4/5 I want to give 3 star since food and ambiance was good but service start to end was horrible. Maybe it was a one-time bad expereince for but I hope they don't treat others like this. Please determine for yourself. read more

Oh you fancy, Crustacean. Oh you pricy, Crustacean. The space is absolutely impressively beautiful and large. Being located downtown makes it the perfect spot for that team lunch or dinner on the company dime. And the food is really good! The dishes were unique and we enjoyed the meal - hat tip to that banana fosters style dessert which was my favorite bite of the meal. We went with their ribeye banh mi with a dip that was deliciously decadent. Served with a side salad, I was happy we split it as it was rich, but oh so comforting and satiating. The dumplings, which sounded fantastic, were fine. These were sort of the let down of the meal. I expected more in regards to flavor and at $20 for 4 dumplings, it's not cheap, but the skins were a nice consistency and they were presented beautifully. The seafood fried rice was also really well prepared with chunks of seafood, but nothing ground-breaking. The veggies were delicious and the garlic noodles delicious and delicate. Most of the other entrees rang in at that $40+ mark, but I trust they feature incredible ingredients. And to note those more expensive options were truly more main style entrees like shaking beef and a whole fish. Overall, good Vietnamese food with higher end proteins in an absolutely stunning space. read more

Came here to say for lunch with a friend. Food, service and atmosphere were all on point. We got the wagyu dumplings to start... wow really good (you only get 4 and they are small... so plan ahead if you're hungry). We shared the shaking beef and the sea bass. Both were very flavorful and tasty. Would def come back to try their dinner. read more

I know they are famous for their crab and noodles, but the menu has many outstanding options. I ate here two nights in a row I loved it so much. Highly recommend hamachi, mussels, sea bass among others. Service is very high with quality of food to match. Adding to my SF must visits every time I am in town. read more

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The new location has set a nice ambiance although the high ceilings create a noisy environment. It's convenient in the downtown area and easy to find from the Fremont street exit. Our waiter was great however 20% gratuity for 2 people is excessive. The food was okay. The bone marrow should have been cooked a bit longer however the escargot on top was perfect. The crab and langostino roll with caviar was tasty however the amount of caviar is very small. The garlic crab and noodles seemed different, not as much garlic as I'm used to from this restaurant. read more

Had a 3-course dinner as a part of SF Restaurant Week. Shared all of the dishes Lobster Dumplings, Mango Salad, Roasted Crab & Garlic Noodles, Shaken Beef, Tapioca, and Banana Fritter. Just the right variety and portions for the two of us. This new location opened 8-months ago in the FIDI is stylishly well appointed. Lunch is also served on select days. read more

Crustacean - Shaken Filet Mignon Beef - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The service was prompt and professional. The ambiance was very nice, light music in the background, very cozy but Instagram worthy as well. The garlic noodles 10/10, calamari 10/10, shrimp toast 6/10, and drinks 6/10 they were really sweet and didn't pack a punch lychee martini. I would recommend! read more

Crustacean - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Extremely overpriced place for the quality of the food they serve. New location is very nice. Service was very attentive. Won't come back here again. read more

This is my favorite restaurant in the world! The garlic, crabs and garlic noodles are one of a kind and to die for. You cannot get this quality and flavor. Any place else. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

I was expecting a great dinner, but the crab tasted old and not fresh. When I mentioned it to the server, he assured me it was fresh and told me not to worry about it. I enjoy eating freshly prepared seafood, but this definitely did not taste fresh. Unfortunately, the flavor was unpleasant, and the experience was very disappointing. read more

Came in on a Saturday night, they were busy which is what you want to see in a restaurant. I would place it in the same category as Mastros. A pricey casual fine dining experience, which attracts a similar crowd. Think guys wearing baseball caps at dinner etc. The type of restaurant someone from out of town would bring their significant other to for a "fancy" night out type of vibe. That being said, the space is beautiful and the staff is super attentive and pleasant. The Good: The garlic noodles and crab were the highlight of the meal, without a doubt their specialty. We also ordered their Vietnamese Coffee Espresso Martini which tasted exactly how you'd expect, so delicious. The langostine roll was delicious as well, using a classic Vietnamese sauce, however, the portion size is very small for the price and the sweetness of the sauce overpowers the caviar so you kind of don't really taste the delicious briney flavor caviar has. The mid: The sea bass was just okay, it arrived and was under seasoned in my opinion, just lacked any flavor and had quite a few bones. It is a fish, this happens so not a big deal, just kind of an inconvenience. Seafood is not my forte so this may be typical, unsure. Overall it's a solid 4/5 if you know what you're walking into. Nothing was BAD per se, but with Vietnamese food being amongst the greatest cuisines in the world, it simply lacked flavor. It'd be great for an instagram picture, it has all the fun flair like smoke and flame but if you go in expecting an elevated Viet fine dining experience, you may come away disappointed with the food. read more

Crustacean - Baked Alaska - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Yelp is asking me, "What went well!" Ummmm.... EVERYTHING! Reservations were made a little more than a month ago for my family of five to celebrate my bday. I've been to Thanh Long and Crustacean SF (Polk St location) several times in my lifetime and have always been satisfied/impressed. This time around I was simply blown me away. We were greeted and welcomed so kindly by Ken and the host/hostess up front and shown our table. The new location had vibes that were vibing!! The lighting was perfectly planned creating a mood, yet it wasn't dark. The music played at a good volume but didn't distract from good conversations. Decor was minimal, yet warm and inviting. Our servers Zack and Alejandra were kind and attentive throughout our meal. What did we eat? Shrimp and lobster dumplings Bho Ko dumplings Tuna cigars * Bone marrow topped w/escargot * Wagyu fried rice Uni garlic noods (weekly special) * Lobster garlic noods Garlic roasted crab Garlic noods Crème brûlée Fried banana w/ice cream Baked Alaska * * Family Favorites Everything was very flavorful and fantastic! While the classics did not disappoint, we were blown away by the apps and this week's special. Was Crustacean expensive? Yes. Was it worth it? Also yes -- Take my money! Go and eat here! read more

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Great Service LOVE NATTY SHE is SO KIND AND GENUINE The food and new Atmosphere is beautiful Great job !!! read more

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The Crustacean at Polk St downtown was kind of misleadingly claimed as "permanently closed", but it had been moved (1.3 mile away) to Pine St in Financial District San Francisco (see https://www.crustaceansfpine.com/), while the family website (https://crustaceansf.com/) only listed Thanh Long, as a branch - actually it was the original store by House of An. More confusion for customer was to make reservation thru different apps for these 2 locations, read more

Crustacean - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Lovely new location. Came in for a late dinner and it was still pretty busy but not loud, probably because it's pretty spacious and high ceilings. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was pricey per usual, but delicious. The garlic noodles were delicious and the everything was seasoned and cooked to perfection. read more

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Primarily on service, I have been unable to even make a reservation for a party of 7. My friends and I coming from out of town to celebrate my friend's birthday party who is unfortunately diagnosed with a terminal illness and all she wants to do is have dinner at this location. I have and have sent several emails and have called and tried to make the reservation that way. Every time I call I'm told someone will email me back. However, no one has ever emailed me back or able to take my reservation. This has been a very disappointing experience. I'm sorry to have even recommended this place being from the bay. Very difficult and so not recommend. read more

Came here for a birthday celebration and glad that we did. The ambience is exceptional. The service from the time we entered to leaving was superb, and the food was delicious. We ordered the mango shrimp salad and it was tasty, just a little on the salty side for us but so fresh. The Bo kho Wagyu and bone marrow dumplings were wow! So delicious. The flavor and the crispiness is definitely something I would order again. One of my favorite appetizer for lunch. We ordered the shaken beef with watercress and potatoes and it was delicious too. Would suggest a little more watercress into the dish as we love the watercress. This dish would be tasty if you order a steam rice too to eat with the sauce. Onto the famous garlic noodles and famous crabs- we ordered one garlic noodle plate and two crabs and had to order one more plate of garlic noodles because it was that good and in between the four of us, we devoured it. The garlic crab was super delicious and flavorful and best yet, no need to get your fingers dirty because the crab meat is all picked for you. For drinks I tried the lychee cocktail and my husband tried the Saigon gin and we both like our drink. They did a complementary fried banana and ice cream for birthday celebrant and we ordered that dessert and even the fried banana was so good fresh out. I can't say enough how much I love this establishment and wish their business well and that they can keep expanding all over so I don't need to drive to SF. There are street parking options available and a few parking garage around. I can't wait to come back for the dinner menu as I want to try the cigar with caviar and so much more. Perfect place for a special celebration, group events, anything for delicious food and exceptional service. read more

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Probably a first Vietnamese fine dining restaurant that I had an opportunity to try. Located in prime financial district of San Francisco, Crutacean is a great option for business meals. We tried the dumplings and they were delicious. I had the garlic noodles which was tad bit dry, it made a good combination with chicken skewers. The ambience is fantastic and the service is top notch as you'd expect from a place like this. Worth a shot. read more

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