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    Golden Lotus

    4.1 (353 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Noodles
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    Good for groups
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    I already dug into it.
    Mirba E.

    4 stars for the food, 1 for the ambience. The food was great and I got my imperial roll/grilled pork vermicelli bowl relatively fast. But they seated me in the 2nd dining room which is quite depressing. I normally don't care about the physical setting of a no frills restaurant, but I and other diners kept hearing the scratching and pitter patter of some kind of animal above us or in the walls, not entirely sure. It was definitely noticeable and a little disturbing, like these things were scurrying across the ACT ceiling and could come falling down at any moment. My bowl was delicious, the rolls and the grilled pork were super tasty and fresh, there were a ton of veggies. I just can't get past what I heard. I tried to convince myself they were pigeons but when I looked outside it is not a single story building.

    26. Pho Ga Long Trung Non (chicken pho with chicken giblets) and 3. Banh Cuon Thit Nuong
    Ivonnie S.

    I highly recommend coming here for the #3 Banh Cuon Thit Nuong. Golden Lotus was the first place I ever tried it - I don't see it at other Vietnamese restaurants much - and I've been back since to get it again. The rice rolls are smooth and silky, and the combination of ingredients inside (grilled lemongrass pork, mint, shallot, and then dipped in sauce) look simple but work so well together. We've also tried their Pho Ga (chicken pho), which was just okay in my opinion. Free hot tea! They also won't rush you out, so this could be a good spot to catch up with friends. The staff member I usually see working the front is really kind, and quite attentive. One time when it was pouring outside, he was constantly mopping down the entrance area so it wouldn't be as slippery. Note: Bring cash! Last time we went, their card machine was down due to internet issues.

    21. Pho Dac Biet
    Nina Z.

    Great service and food! Service was welcoming and friendly. Food came out quickly. Nine times out if ten, I get the special pho with all the fixings. The broth was so flavorful with plenty of green onions! Pork roll was crisp and juicy. It's conveniently located near the Orpheum theatre, so can catch a quick bite to eat before going to catch a show.

    1. Goi Cuon
    Jaky Y.

    Amazing spot, definitely check them out! Food is delicious, service is so friendly and kind, prices are reasonable, and portions are giant. We got: - signature banh cuon thit nuong: 10/10 - silky smooth banh cuon, super flavorful grilled pork, fresh lettuce and mint for crunch, tangy dipping sauce - goi cuon: 9/10 - only complaint was the sauce was a bit sweet for our liking but otherwise these were huge spring rolls with meat AND shrimp - pho dac biet: 10/10 - delicious, generous portions, everything was fresh - pho ga ngu vi (five spice chicken pho): 10/10 - even their "small" was a giant portion of fresh rice noodles and the five spice chicken was so tasty and tender Service is so welcoming here. We were served primarily by an older man who seemed like he was friends with all of his customers (most of whom appeared to be locals and regulars). He was energetic, warm, and greeted everyone with a giant smile. Despite our best efforts, we had a ton of leftovers to take home (and they helped us box everything up, too!).

    41. Banh Uot
    Serina A.

    Ahhh my favorite place, THE BEST sit down spot for Vietnamese in all of SF. I want to gate keep this restaurant but I also want them to be as successful as they are delicious! -EVERYTHING IS GOOD- RECOMMENDATIONS: 3. Banh Cuon Thit Nuong 41. Banh Uot 43. Bun Tom Thit Nuong 53. Com Tam Suong Trung All are incredible. I CRAVE these dishes everyday now. The veggies and herbs- FRESH, CRUNCHY! The shrimp-FRESH and cooked well. The pork-PERFECTLY marinated. I don't even like pork like that! Their fish sauce that I pour all over my vermicelli bowls- I want to BATHE in it. I can't stop raving about this place. I stumbled upon it while I was walking over to another place for pho and while passing Golden Lotus, stopped to look at their menu posted outside. I'm so glad I did because a kind man, Huong, came out to say I should come in and try the food. Now I'm hooked! Thank you, Huong, we will see you at our usual time this week!

    21. Pho Dac Biet
    Teason M.

    My favorite spot in the tenderloin for combo pho. Owner and staffs are super nice. You can get complimentary hot tea or iced water. Chill vibe and bustlin. I usually get the 21 large combo pho Dac Biet. Lots of memories with coworkers here for one on one chats. Even if the front is packed, they actually have a back room that you can sit and order too! Check them out!

    3. Banh Cuon Thit Nuong
    Muang P.

    Was in the area and craving Vietnamese food. Thanks to good ol' Yelp, I found this place within walking distance. The service was great - very friendly staff. The food came out piping hot! The Bahn Xeo is crispy and delicious. The Bahn Coun was fresh and savory. The Bahn Out had fresh flat noodles that were warm and tasty. The prices are reasonable too!

    #21 Phở Dặc Biệt: Combo Phở w/ flank, brisket, tripe, tendon, rare steak on the side | $15.99
    Cherylynn N.

    3.5 STARS Call me a weirdo but I don't mind when Chinese or Viet resto staff throw menus at me, *scoff* when I don't know what I want to order within 10 seconds of sitting down, and the kitchen and servers are yelling at each other (RIP Loi's). Oh, and have poor reviews. (Usually, the food is good AND service will be fast.) Not at Golden Lotus. The owner is super nice and accommodating. And, there was no commotion. At least for a weeknight dinner. Golden Lotus has been around for over a decade but I haven't been back to this spot since Turtle Tower closed. Open for takeout and indoor dining only. After First Thursdays in SoMa, I wanted AZN comfort food and remembered I had bookmarked Golden Lotus for their cơm tấm (broken rice). M E N U All your typical Viet staples: Phở, Bún (vermicelli noodles), and Cơm (rice plates). But, what set them apart from other Viet places in the 'loin is they have bánh cuốn (rice rolls) and cơm tấm (broken rice). No liquor. Cc's accepted. F O O D * #3 Bánh Cuốn Thịt Nướng: Rice Rolls w/ grilled lemongrass pork, mint, shallot ($9.50): https://tinyurl.com/jx3dpbtf Smooth supple steamed rice noodle but the grilled lemongrass seemed like it was cooked earlier in the day, as it didn't taste too fresh. * #11 Bò Tái Chanh: Viet Rare Beef Salad ($15.99): https://tinyurl.com/2fk7pabx Good punchy flavor and varying textures but the american wagyu was still partially frozen. * #52 Cơm Tấm Dặc Biệt: Broken Rice Combo w/ pork chop, shredded pork skin, egg cake, shrimp cake, imperial roll ($17 + $2.99 egg): https://tinyurl.com/y6a3pjp8 Most of the platter except the fried egg seemed like it was cooked earlier in the day and reheated. The sườn nướng (pork chop) was dry and the fried items (tau hu ky: shrimp cake and chả giò: imperial roll) were chewy. Chả trứng (egg meatloaf) had good texture from the bean thread noodles and wood ear mushrooms. And, I enjoyed the bì (shredded pork skin) and runny yolk. Solid nước cấm (fish dipping sauce) with a balanced salty, sweet, tangy funk. I prefer the com sườn nướng (grilled pork chop rice) next door at Larkin Resto. * #21 Phở Dặc Biệt: Combo Phở w/ flank, brisket, tripe, tendon, rare steak ($15.99): https://tinyurl.com/mtmdxfvk - Request rare steak on the side (no surcharge) Not mine but I had a sip of the northern-style broth which was quite salty and msg-y. Not as sweet as southern-style. S E R V I C E Super nice and chatty owner (speaks Canto and Viet). Prompt food service. A M B I A N C E Low-key with about 7-8 tables. P A R K I N G Street parking wasn't difficult on a weeknight. Overall, I think the food would have been better if we had gone for lunch versus dinner. 3.5 stars rounded up for cheap eats and the very kind owner.

    Cha Gio
    Kevin C.

    For how chaotic the streets can be, Golden Lotus provides a clean and pleasant escape with outstanding service. The owner was very attentive, seating my colleague and me quickly and serving us hot tea on the spot. The service remained excellent throughout our meal--our cups were always full, and orders were taken efficiently without any rush. As for the food, this Vietnamese spot checks all the right boxes. The pho broth had a solid, standard flavor, and all ingredients tasted fresh and clean. You can tell the dishes are made to order rather than reheated like at some other places. Prices are fair for the area, and they execute the basics well. What stood out to me was the fried shrimp cake that came with the rice dish and the imperial rolls. The imperial rolls were light, crispy, and had the right amount of filling. They also offer chili oil upon request. Their nuoc cham is spot on, with the perfect balance of chili, garlic, fish sauce, and lime juice. My only critique is that the egg cake in the rice dish could have been denser with a better ground pork-to-vermicelli ratio, as it leaned more on the vermicelli side. Parking can be a bit sketchy because of some of the locals in the area, so keep that in mind. Next time, I'll definitely be trying their vermicelli (bún) dishes and Bún Bò Huế, which came highly recommended by others. Overall, a solid spot for Vietnamese food with great service and fair pricing!

    8. Banh Xeo
    Isaac N.

    My favorite Vietnamese spot this year. I usually go towards pho 2000 for Vietnamese food and one day as I was reading the menu outside golden lotus, the owner said hi to us and warmly invited us in. We tried his specialty banh cuon rolls along with the vermicelli bowl and from that day on we were hooked. Like wooow...the flavors of my childhood came rushing back to when I was growing up with my family and I felt a nostalgic connection to the food as I enjoyed the food. The pork was flavored with a balanced BBQ char and lettuce, wrapped in a rice paper roll, making for a neatly tucked blanket for the food. The owner spoke Vietnamese with me and made me feel like I was a nephew or part of his family and I loved that about his demeanor, his warm personality made for easy conversations. Their fish sauce was perfectly diluted so that wasn't overwhelming and had a savory sweet flavor that paired well with all the food. Shoot...even our mayor Daniel Lurie digs this spot and gave them a shoutout. My current favorite is the banh xeo, which IYKYK when I say it was bomb af. Crispy, delicious, and paired with fresh vegetables like mint and lettuce. The Ambiance is a simple layout with a TV showing traditional Vietnamese cooking and country side life, so you'll get a sense of how people live over there, and it's quite spacious so you'll be able get to bring large party sizes for outings. Value for food was good too, most dishes were around $10-15/ plate so definitely another plus!

    21. Pho Dac Biet (small)
    KC W.

    I haven't eaten viet food in the TL since Turtle Tower closed, but my friend and I decided to come in while we were in the area and we were not disappointed. It's a no frills establishment in not the best neighborhood, but it was clean inside and the owner was friendly and welcoming. We each had a small bowl of pho dac biet (comes with all the meat options) and ordered the banh cuon to share. For a $15 bowl, it was a good portion that came with a lot of meat, especially compared to some other pho restaurants, and the broth was clean and didn't leave me guzzling water at the end of the meal. I was impressed by how tender the flank was and how flavorful the brisket was. While it wasn't the most complex broth, I definitely prefer it over those that are super oily and heavy. My one complaint is that the broth could've been hotter, but it was still good nonetheless. The banh cuon was also delicious - the texture of the roll was perfect, and I'm an absolute sucker for lemongrass pork. However, if you're a fellow cilantro hater, the menu doesn't say it but it does have cilantro. I was originally trying to pull it out and ended up just unrolling it to remove the cilantro, and the owner saw me struggling and asked if I wanted it remade which was so nice T_T thankfully there was no lingering flavor once removed so I declined, but I really appreciated that he offered. Considering the price point, portion, and quality of food, I would definitely come back to satisfy my pho cravings. The owner also greeted several customers who sounded like regulars, so you know others find it to be a reliable spot as well. Don't let the TL stop you from enjoying delicious food from a local business!

    Steph C.

    Best pho with fresh small flat noodles and the most flavorful broth. I always order the beef combo and the service is fast and staff are kind. I love that this location is locally owned and this business has funded the owner's kids through college. They are also one of the few pho places that open at 9am. Prices are standard and a little pricier than normal but it's legit and a no frills establishment. The area is bit sketch but worth the trek because the meal is always satisfying. Support local business!

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    Golden lotus is for us all to visit and have a good meal their suit looks so good especially when you're not feeling and you just want soup this is a place to go I highly recommend this restaurant The Golden lotus they have so many different foods you can pick out of that you could actually get full and take some home to go I love me a good restaurant where we could actually sit down and have a meal starting off with soup and working ourselves to the main course how about that come and join me cuz I cannot wait to get over there just their food by the imaging of the picture makes me hungry

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    My favorite pho spot Owner is very nice and caring. Food is good, my go to is bun bo hue, ambiance is nice, very authentic.

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    One of my favorite pho/noodle soup places in the city. It's a tiny hole in the wall, but as a…read morelocal who worked in the area, I think you can't get much better dry pho elsewhere. Just make sure to specify if you want dry (no broth). The only knock on this place is they kept messing up our orders (x3), which was a little annoying. I usually order the beef stew rice noodle (#20) but I I also love the House special Wonton noodle (#2). Beef is tender and succulent and noodles are well cooked. Prices are around $15-17 per entree. Seating for about 30 people total, with tables seating about 4 inside. Area isn't the safest so lock your car doors if parking in the area.

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    4.3
    (1.4k reviews)
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    4.7
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    0.2 mi
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    Came here at around 6 PM on a Tuesday and got seated immediately! It got busier about 10 mins…read moreafter. Super cute & decorated inside, and staff was so nice! Okonomoyaki tater tots - 8.5/10 from a potato lover!! This does have some sort of cheese on it so beware if you don't eat it Hamachi Hand Roll - 9/10 SO GOOD. I think the rice is mixed in with soy sauce. It was super flavorful which I wasn't expecting Scallop Hand Roll - 8/10, the yuzu on top was absolutely delicious & scallop was very soft. Kobe Skewer - 7/10, it was good but nothing extraordinary. It'll hit the spot if you like meat skewers Yuzu Tori Skewer - 7/10, same as the kobe skewer, but the yuzu on top was delicious Niku Ramen - 8/10, good portion & very very flavorful. I'm glad that they gave a lot of meat in this. I shared this & they provided an extra bowl without me asking :) It's also not super spicy. Hokkaido Milk Pudding - 8/10, the pudding itself was so good but the sauce was a little too sweet for me. However, my partner has a sweet tooth and loved it :) Will totally come again, everything was so yummy and so glad to have tried it!

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    4.5
    (471 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    We simply loved this place. The wait wasn't long, despite it being packed when we arrived. The…read morestaff was amazing. The place is small. They have packed in as many tables as they could in here. Yet it didn't feel crowded or like we would bump someone if we breathed. The food. That's what it's all about right? This place delivers. Every thing was as good as the last. They have a pretty extensive menu I wanted to try it all. Sadly I had to settle for Hot and Sour Soup, Wonton soup, Pork Xiao Long Bao 8 Pcs, Chicken Xiao Long Bao 8 Pcs, (8Pcs) Pork Dumpling with Sesame Sauce and Red Chili Oil (6Pcs), Numb & spicy pork Bao, Green Onion Pancake, (Sweet) Red Bean Paste Pockets. We had it family style. The 3 of us shared it all. There was plenty to go around. None of us left hungry. I can't even pick a favorite. Maybe the numb and spicy which wasn't that spicy. It was just so good and flavorful. The soup dumplings were amazing. So much perfect flavor. They held together until the bite. So good. The hot and sour soup was plenty tasty. Not the best I've ever had but certainly among the best. The only thing I will say is that one of my companions can't have seaweed. The wonton soup was amazing but full of seaweed. It wasn't listed on the menu and we have never had seaweed in any other wonton soup so didn't know to ask if it could be left out. That was sad. All she could do was have a tiny spoon of the broth to taste it. The green onion pancake was very good. The red bean paste pockets use the same dough but filled with sweet red bean paste. They were a perfect way to end the meal. Next time I'm in the city I will visit again. Loved it all. It was worth taking the time to visit and eat there.

    Dumpling Story is what I've heard to be Dumpling Home's aesthetic counterpart (sister restaurants)…read more The interior is definitely aesthetic, featuring a bright, modern, minimalist exterior. Menu is relatively the same as Dumpling Home featuring my faves like the numb and spicy XLB and the sheng jian bao. Both very delicious! The remainder of the dishes we got were also good. I will say the green beans left me wanting a bit more from it. But overall, my party had a nice, fulfilling meal. Dumpling Home will always be my favorite (still prefer it a TINY bit), but because there is less of a crowd, service was amazing! I definitely wouldn't mind coming back considering there the difference in wait time to Dumpling Home.

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    4.6
    (161 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    We came to Mashita Galbi Jim on a Sunday and were the first in line. We were anticipating long wait…read moretimes after having tried to eat here a few times before. If you're not able to squeeze into the first wave, the wait is upwards of 2 hours! FOOD: We ordered one galbi jim with extra noodles and rice cakes and a separate garlic noodles for a party of 5. While we initially thought we could finish two galbi jims, our server cautioned us against it, referencing the healthy portion size. We were glad we took her advice because everyone was stuffed by the end of our meal. Their galbi jim was flavorful, with extremely tender beef and chewy rice cakes. We ordered the lowest level of spiciness and while there was still a kick, it was extremely manageable. SERVICE: We were the first to be seated and our galbi jim took almost 20 minutes to come out while others waited even longer. However, they comped our garlic noodles and apologized for turning waits. Overall, I'd definitely return if I'm able to get into the first wave of seating.

    Came here on a Friday night at 7:30. Had to wait about 30-40 min for 2 seats. The restaurant is…read moresmall so unless you have a 4-6 person party, expect to be seated side by side other parties. Typically what I saw was they do waves of seating and ordering so if you aren't there right at open/when they fill up, plan to write your name down and grab a drink nearby. Once we got seated, they were pretty prompt to give us utensils, napkins, cups, and water. The two of us shared the Braise Beef Galbi Stew. It's more than enough for 2 people to go home in food comas (with some food remaining) and for 3 to be sufficiently full. If you have big eaters, order an app alongside if you have 3 people. The Galbi stew was exceptional. I liked that they had various levels of spiciness. We went with spicy and it had a nice kick that elevated the dish for me. The beef was very tender and flavorful and the veggies and rice cakes soaked up all the juices. And the cheese was so stretchy! I'd actually rank this place slightly above Daeho given the shorter wait, the quality, and the price. I'll be back for sure.

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    Complimentary Banchan (clockwise): Salad w/ sesame dressing, kimchi, japchae, fish cakes
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