Fast service! They do it so fast but so well to get as many people in and out. You are basically touching elbows with the other tables but the food is well priced and delicious!! They have an American items, Vietnamese items, and vegetarian items. Big menu to browse! Staff were all attentive to where we needed and you could see who were the regulars in this place. We came in with 45 mins left before close and people were still coming in with only 15 mins to left. It was packed but I can see why! Small ish restaurant right off the Main Street down there and I'd come again to try more things read more

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First time here and it was so good! Inside, it's a pretty small space but big enough where they can fit in my group of seven. Unfortunately, it was breakfast time so I wasn't able to try their rice plates and pho, but the breakfast items were delicious! I ordered the C2 and it was a big portion as well as tasty. All off the other food my friends ordered looked so appetizing too. Aside from that, the service was excellent. Our server was super nice and attentive and even gave my friend her own pancake and candle for her birthday! Literally everyone in the kitchen started clapping for her. 10/10, would come here again! Shout out to our server who did that for us and gave us recommendations about SF! read more

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What a nice little surprise! Great place to eat food is excellent and the staff is friendly and fast. Nice place to grab breakfast too.

We love coming to Darren's Cafe! All the workers are super friendly! We tried so many different dishes from here and we have zero complaints! My brother always gets the French Toast from here! It's a must! read more

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Had dinner here, went with the filet and lobster. Being from the south I could have used a little more salt and pepper on the steak. The steak was not cooked to my liking but it was edible. read more

Darren's Cafe - Menu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Beef pho had so much flavor I added a bit too much of the dark sweet sauce and made my broth a little too sweet so add it slowly limon and siracha was a must! Our tummy was warm and satisfied for the rest of the afternoon. We sat outside and with the outdoor heaters above the tables and the constant check ins for refills or other things we were extremely comfortable and well taken care of. Highly recommended read more

Darren's Cafe - Beef pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Second time trying this place and the food was excellent. Service was good, menu is extensive. Appreciated the breakfast options at lunch time. Will definitely include in the rotation. read more

Spur of the moment choice while at Fisherman's Wharf. Excellent find. Great mocha and cappuccino. Very tasty Eggs Benedict. Quality food. Great service. Recommend this cafe for anyone looking for a breakfast place while at Fisherman's Wharf. read more

first restaurant i ate at in san francisco!!! everything was DELICIOUS. EVERYTHING. and service was more than extremely pleasant. environment was really cute and cozy. read more

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Tried Darren's Cafe while in San Francisco and really liked it. The food was tasty, came out quick, and the prices were pretty reasonable. Staff was super friendly and made the place feel welcoming. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

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This place was hopping when we arrived around 8:30. We did have to wait about 10 minutes for a table, but it was nice and cool out and they have a menu outside that we looked at while we waited. Once we were seated they took our order quickly. Food took about 10 minutes to come out. We ordered the eggs Benedict and then the bagel with cream cheese and avocado...and added an egg to that. The bagel came all separate so you can add the amounts of what you want to it...which worked great for us. Definitely enjoyed our breakfast here...would come again. read more

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Good ol fashioned pancakes n sausages with eggs how i like it everything was good there.syrup was good read more

We had breakfast at Darren's for three consecutive mornings. The food and service were excellent. The service staff were extremely friendly and especially the owner David. Although the cafe was 75% full, the order for our party of 4 came out unexpectedly quick. A good find. They have a great looking menu for all appetites. read more

Awesome little cafe just off the Embarcadero/Fisherman's Wharf area. Great service and delicious food for a reasonable price. Feels like a mom and pop restaurant. Close to hotels and the trolley line. Great iced coffee also available to go. read more

Causal breakfast/lunch place with outside seating near the wharf. It has the usual American breakfast like pancakes, French toast, omelette and egg Benedict. In addition, it does a decent Vietnamese pho and rice plate. Food is solid and service is friendly. We usually seat ourselves with our dog. There are heat lamps outside should you need it. read more

Stopped into this café and had such a great experience! The server, Kevin, took excellent care of me and even made a fresh pot of decaf. The food was delicious and came out exactly how I ordered it. The restaurant was very clean, and everyone I interacted with was super nice and welcoming. Definitely a place I'd come back to! read more

DARREN'S CAFE was excellent!!! California omelette with bacon. It was amazing & country potato's were a the perfect crunch and seasoning. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. A must go when you are in San Francisco read more

Darren's Cafe - California Omelette with potato's and toast. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Fisherman's Wharf is not the first place I think of to grab some breakfast, but here I was in the most tourist congested area of the city thinking optimistically that I could find something worthwhile to eat. On my way to the Presidio, I just happened to walk by this spot which was already bustling at 8:30AM. I found a table for a solo diner right in front of the register, and the staff encouraged me to take it. The breakfast menu was a robust combination of all American favorites and Vietnamese family dishes. I didn't go got the hotcakes or omelets but chose instead the $16.95 Veggie Fried Rice, a satisfying homestyle mix of rice, soy sauce, eggs, and a variety of chopped vegetables (photo: https://bit.ly/3DdfSsk). There was no art to the execution, but it didn't matter because it hit the spot. Good to know Darren is here for good eats. FOOD - 4 stars...good fried rice fresh from the wok AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...busy and surrounded by tourists SERVICE - 4 stars...pretty conscientious and affable TOTAL - 4 stars...solid breakfast plates both American and Vietnamese RELATED - Exploring Fisherman's Wharf? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2HyFdzC read more

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The Dungeness Crab Benedict is out of this world. I've tried this dish at other places, but none compare to Darren's rendition. These bennies are full of flavor! I close my eyes and savor every bite. Great folks and great service. They took care to make sure I could get in and out in time to catch my next appointment. I always eat outside so I can enjoy some nice SF weather. It's only a short distance from the trolley stop so SF is your oyster when you are done. read more

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Stopped in on a Friday morning around 8 and had no issue getting a seat although it started to fill up as we were leaving. Solid breakfast food, excellent service, and great name for a cafe read more

VEGAN REVIEW Randomly walked into this joint for Veggie Pho. And was surprisingly good! I appreciate that the veggie soup didn't feel like an "afterthought " & just thrown together they took time to layer flavors which most places don't. They had great take out packaging too. ** It was a bit pricey but standard for that area for sure read more

Because I decided to grab a lobster roll and some clam chowder on Pier 39, my wife and son decided to come to Darren's Cafe for lunch since they don't like seafood. I came to join them while they were eating their meal. My son had the burger which was medium and he thought it excellent. Fries came with burger and he thought they were very well seasoned. He gave his meal a 10/10 My wife had the spicy satay beef combo noodle soup. She said the broth and beef were very good but that the glass noodles stuck to each other in the bottom of the bowl. In short, she felt that the noodles didn't separate properly. She gave her meal a 6/10. They both commented how nice their server was (10/10). In general, they both enjoyed coming to Darren's and would return again. I saw the menu and would like to join them next time. read more

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Great place just outside of a high traffic tourist area. Pork Bahn Mi was excellent! Staff is nice and attendent too.

Small store front restaurant with an absolutely amazing breakfast! The service was fast, and the staff was friendly. We even met Darren, the restaurant's namesake! We will definitely be returning on our next trip to San Francisco! read more

Darren's Cafe - Chicken fried steak, eggs, country potatoes, which were AMAZING, and wheat toast. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food and services were great. We had 5 people in our group and everyone loved their meals. Highly recommended for everyone. read more

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The food was amazing, really good service super fast !!! The staff were very kind and generous. This is the perfect place to visit with your friends and family read more

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Took the CalTrain early in the morning with my parents and we hadn't had breakfast yet, but we were all craving pho . At this time many restaurants were offering breakfast options until I read very high ratings from Darren's Cafe. It's known to serve breakfast and lunch including Vietnamese cuisine! First impression, the stall was busy and we had to get in line with a waiting time of around 5-10 minutes. Tip: Come early! The waiter including the owner I assumed took our order as soon as possible. They were very accommodating as they asked customers if everything was going well, if they need anything such as to go boxes. Our order came out 10 minutes later and I love how the owner always had a big smile. I asked how I wished they had more pho options and listened to any recommendations I had. My parents and I devoured our pho with a happy stomach! Our day started off well with a warm stomach on a foggy San Francisco autumn morning (concise this) read more

Darren's Cafe - Q3. Beef Meatball Noodle Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food 5/5 Atmosphere 4/5 Cleanliness 5/5 Customer service 5/5 Speed 5/5 Price 5/5 Outdoor seating? Yes Wheelchair access? Yes Restrooms? Yes Found this place a few years back and had their veggie pho. Loved it so much, I had to try it again on my next trip. Yep, still delicious! Highly recommend. read more

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Not bad. They were nice people and the beef noodle soup was ok. Keep your expectations set on medium and you will not be disappointed.

Breakfast was good. Service was quick. Portion size was a little small in my opinion and prices were high just like most places in area.

Good little brunch place that has a variety of food. From Vietnamese to American Breakfast foods. I usually get the charbroiled beef Bahn mi that's really good. Good Amount of meat and the fresh veggies taste all great. Definitely get that all the time I go there. There Beef Pho is good, taste clean and not oily. Good amount of meat and noodles. Just regular good pho nothing crazy. The same for the French toast nothing special. Just regular French toast that you can make at home. But this place is good if your hungry and get something quick. Service is pretty fast read more

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If you need a good old fashioned breakfast, check out Darren's Cafe in the Fisherman's wharf area. They have your usual go-to like French Toast and Pancakes, but also offer a couple of asian fusion dishes if you want something a little different for your brunch. Their food was basic but yummy nonetheless. They offered both indoor and outdoor dining at the time. Service was quick and courteous, great if you just need to stop by to eat on your way around the touristy area. Pricing was about average, but if you're not a big eater you can definitely share one of their combo dishes and still be full. A great place to keep in mind if you're around the area! read more

Darren's Cafe - French Toast with Bacon and Eggs - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ate here a few days ago with 5 others. We were seated immediately, even though the business isn't that large. The food was very good and the menu quite eclectic. The only complaint was that the crab Benedict was a little more onion tasting than expected. The pho was terrific, the omelets were terrific and the hash browns were crispy. The staff was very friendly and efficient. The kitchen is on full display which I found fun to watch. I will go back. read more

Darren's Cafe is a tucked away hole in the wall spot serving surprisingly good brunch and Vietnamese food! A group of friends and I came in on a weekend for lunch and stumbled upon it. Parking was hard to find and seating was limited inside the cafe, but they were able to push together some chairs. The vibe in here is quite simple and sterile and I was surprised to see Vietnamese food on the menu. After debating between playing it safe with an American dish or getting the veggie pho, I chose the pho and was not disappointed! The pho was unique and came with tofu, tomatoes, onions, and mushrooms and had an amazing broth. Every friend in the group enjoyed their meal, American or Vietnamese. I would like to return just for the pho. read more

Darren's Cafe - Veggie pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Had a chill lunch here. It was nice sitting outside on a sunny day. The food was solid-got crab Benedict and the beef pho after looking at all the Yelp reviews and both were great. The Vietnamese coffee was sweet and strong, but not too intense. Kind of bummed we missed the hash browns (they were out), but the country potatoes were savory and crispy. Friendly staff rounded out this pleasant experience. Would come back for this chill SF lunch experience! read more

Darren's Cafe - Crab Benedict-the sauce was delicious and the potatoes were perfectly crispy! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Tourists on a budget should go here. Your dollars will stretch further. And the food is actually really good. We had their french toast combo and it was substantial and tasty. The 4 pieces of french toast were crispy on the outside but pillowy soft inside with just the right amount of egg covering. Additionally at least at the time of this review, when you check in you get a free bowl of fruit courtesy of being a yelper! Win - win! read more

Darren's Cafe - French toast combo for half the price from other breakfast places around the wharf area!!! - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Menus is absolutely perfect, good range of dishes and beautiful breakfast and Pho! Loved that they have both English and Vietnamese dishes. Really awesome spot. Simple decor, clean and fabulous service. read more

It's hard to F#*% up breakfast. But so many places still do. Not Darren's. Quick, fast & friendly. No frills, no gimmicks. Just good food. I recommend to any traveler. read more

If you find yourself looking for a breakfast/brunch spot, come here! My dad has been coming here for awhile and I was in town visiting him so we we went to grab some brunch. Located just a little ways from fisherman's wharf it's a quick walk to get here. Ambiance and service: We were greeted by David the owner and his son Darren and chose to sit inside. They've got some seating inside and some outside for when the weather is nice. Everything is nice and clean and you can see into the kitchen so you know the food is made fresh to order. Our order was taken quickly and food came out quickly! Food: Their menu ranges from classic American breakfast, Chinese and Vietnamese food, and sandwiches. I ordered pho and a Vietnamese coffee and my dad ordered french toast with eggs and bacon. I've had a lot of pho in different parts of the US so I'm picky about my pho and this is hands down one of the most flavorful pho broths I've ever had. Good size portion with all the regular pho fixings. My dad always orders one of two things: french toast or chicken fried steak and according to him, both are delicious but I had the pleasure of of trying the french toast this time. It was cooked to perfection and not overdone in the batter or flavors. Overall, I'm glad I got to eat here. From the service, to the food, I enjoyed every bit of it. I can't wait to bring friends here and enjoy more meals with my dad! read more

I was walking to the wharf to get some clam chowder when this place caught my attention. I saw someone eating pho and it looked really good. Decided to give it a try and I was impressed. Service was amazing, speed of food coming out was amazing and it was very clean! I had the beef pho and it was 10/10 ! The bowl is huge and you can probably split a bowl with someone. I ate the entire thing but I can see two people sharing. Either way, I didn't expect such good pho in the wharf area. Definitely give this place a try! read more

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