Just ate here for lunch. It was outstanding and my husband and I will be back. We got the lunch special (half a po'boy + small bowl of gumbo - $20) and the smaller portion of gumbo ($13). You can choose from various po'boy and gumbo options. We tried the smoked turkey and the chicken+sausage gumbo. The flavors were incredible! A small kick of spice but not too spicy (seasoned perfectly!) and both had a good meat to sauce ratio, all of which complimented the scoop of rice really well. The po'boy was tasty and came with a side of Cajun seasoned fries. We were lucky because there was street parking right outside and it wasn't busy. You all need to try this place! read more

Gumbo Social - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Gumbo Social in Bayview-Hunters Point is a great spot if you're looking for solid Southern soul food with a relaxed, low-key vibe. I came by on a Monday to catch up with my boy Drew over lunch while in San Francisco. We met up and had a great time enjoying some good food together. The space was about half full with a mix of couples and a single guy, giving it a calm, easygoing atmosphere. The setup here is very casual: you order on a tablet, grab your own hot sauce, drinks and utensils, find a table, and they bring the food out to you when it's ready. Even with minimal service built into the model, the staff provided yummy food and kind service--they even came over to double-check that they had my order completely correct. Now that's real service! We both went with the Louisiana Lunch Special combo for $20, opting for the 1/2 shrimp po'boy (NOLA Style dressed), which added a $2 upcharge for the shrimp ($22 total), paired with the chicken and sausage gumbo. It's a great deal because you can mix and match from various po'boy and gumbo options, and it comes served with a side of Cajun seasoned fries. I also grabbed an Arizona Iced Tea for $3.50 to wash it all down. Note that the shrimp on the po'boy aren't fried--they're grilled. However, not having fried shrimp didn't take anything away from the sandwich at all; it was still good. The bread was soft and lightly toasted to give it just the right bit of texture. My only minor wish was that it could've used a little more remoulade. The gumbo, though, completely stole the show. The flavors hit and were seasoned perfectly. I'd seen a lot of reviews online claiming there was barely any chicken or sausage in theirs, but that definitely wasn't my experience. The chicken seemed to be shredded which turns every bite into a rich mouthful of everything. My serving was plentiful with protein in every bite. As far as pricing goes, it feels a little steep for the neighborhood, but it's pretty average for San Francisco as a whole. Getting here is easy enough; there's both metered and neighborhood street parking nearby if you drive, and the Muni light rail rolls right down 3rd Street if you're taking transit. With a good number of tables and a comfortable, relaxed environment, Gumbo Social is a great place for NOLA food. I'll definitely swing by again whenever I'm craving a bowl of gumbo in the future. read more

As someone who cooks professionally (an amateur home cook), the Gumbo is something that I can never get right; 1 second too long and the roux is burnt. Prudently, I'd rather traverse from the peninsula on a random Monday for some Gumbo. To say that I was pleasantly surprised was an understatement. The gumbo was seasoned perfectly. I noticed that the chicken is shredded presumably from a pressure cooker, which turns every bite into a mouthful of everything. Despite my best efforts to not be dramatic, one can tell the passion and soul that is put into this bowl of Gumbo. Though I do see some comments, and I agree, that the Gumbo is not thick enough, I don't really care for a heavy/dense gumbo. This bowl has sufficient structure absent the heavy dense roux, and it was exactly to my liking. Though I wish there was a touch more rice, my $6 Caltrain ticket (+tax and muni) was not spent in vain for this heartwarming bowl of gumbo, with a side of passion, defining what real soul food is. read more

Gumbo Social - Gumbo - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Yummy food and kind service. There is metered street parking available outside. We arrived early afternoon and only waited a short while for our hoecakes, gumbo, and shrimp po'boy. The playlist was fire and had us dancing in our seats before the food did! The hoecakes were buttery and perfectly complimented the hearty gumbo. The shrimp po'boy was our first ever and we will definitely be coming back for it. The sauce was creamy and reminded us of a homemade chipotle sauce we love. It was devoured in seconds. Now for the gumbo. We had tried a couple before and can say this one reminded us why we love gumbo. The portion of rice inside was perfect and we liked how it soaked up the broth. Definitely come on by! read more

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This is a low key, casual spot. You order on a tablet, get your drink and utensils, choose a table, and they bring the food to you when it's ready. (One star only missing for lack of ambiance.) We tried as many things as we could try! I had the shrimp po boy, my husband had the hot link po boy. We also had the gumbo, red beans and rice, fries, and a hoe cake. Everything was DELICIOUS. We loved it all and would definitely come back. If I could give it another half star, I would. The food couldn't be better! read more

Gumbo Social - Red beans and rice - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Finally decided to come by this place after hearing multiple people talk about it. Parking can be a little tough on 3rd st, but nothing impossible. Prices are a little steep for the neighborhood, but when zooming out of the microscope, are very fair for SF, even more so given the small southern soul food scene. I ordered a Shrimp Po'Boy and small Chicken and Sausage Gumbo. The Shrimp Po'Boy was amazing and definitely star of the show. The sauces were super delicious and they did not skimp on the shrimp. The gumbo had really good flavors, but I wish they gave bigger portions more proportionate to the price, since I paid ~$15 for a small and it felt like it was kid-sized. The spices and flavor were deep and savory, but was a little salty and found myself eating more rice than expected to offset the saltiness. Somewhat of a "hidden gem" for it being based in the Bayview, but I urge SF people to explore the City for its diverse food culture, and not only eat in places in the "main" neighborhoods! read more

Gumbo Social - Shrimp Po'Boy - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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In the area with friends, and we decided to swing by and try out this place. The shrimp po'boy was so delicious and flavorful, but I wish the serving size was a little bigger. The chicken & sausage gumbo was well spiced and flavorful, but erred a bit on the salty side. Great place for soul food, and I'll definitely swing by if I'm craving gumbo in the future! read more

Gumbo Social - Shrimp Po'Boy, Chicken & Sausage Gumbo - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delicious Southern food. Service is minimal. They have a number of tables, casual vibe. - Grilled shrimp po boy was probably the best in SF. The bread can be better but their sauce was so delicious - Gumbo: very flavorful. I wish it was a little thicker. Maybe more roux? - Hoe cake: pleasantly surprised. It was not too dried, has good corn flavor. Would be really good with hot honey or something like that. - California green: it was ok. I just wanted some veggies. I will likely skip this the next time I visit. read more

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I tried them for the first time at OSL 2026 and had the chx & sausage gumbo 2 days in a row. It was flavorful, a nice spicy kick but not overwhelming-- for me at least. I've been told I have a moderate spice tolerance. I saw a lot of reviews from the restaurant saying there was barely any chx or sausage in it but I didn't have that experience. Both times my servings were plentiful of protein in every bite so much so I got completely full 3/4th into eating their standard festival servings which wasn't tiny nor enormous. I hope this quality holds when I visit the restaurant when they open up again. Thanks for sharing your culture's delicious food. read more

*Note: TDLR at the end of the review Chicken and Sausage Gumbo: 6/10 It was flavorful and spicy, but definitely not worth the price. There was barely any chicken or sausage. The chicken was so freakin thinly shredded you can barely tell it's there. Only got about 3-4 sausage slices and each slice was probably a millimeter wide. Recommend adding some hot sauce so there's some acidity that cuts through the heaviness of the gumbo. Hoecake: 9/10 FIREEEEE. Love love love. I could eat up like 10 of these. Mine was a tad burnt on the outside, but that did not stop me from eating that whole thing up. Minus 2 points because it was like $5-$6 for one which I think is expensive. Two small ones or one big one would be worth. Service: 7.5/10 Cashier was not having it in the morning lol, but after she got her coffee she was super hospitable and nice. Food came out pretty fast and she brought it to our table. Ambiance: 10/10 The music? HITTINGGGG. I was vibin the whole damn time. I think someone turned the music out too, which made it even better. There's a handful of tables and the interior is nice and clean. TDLR: Overpriced. Gumbo is okay. Hoecake is FIRE. Wouldn't go out of my way to eat here, but doesn't hurt to try once. They play good ass music. Food came out fast and inside is clean. read more

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We stopped by Gumbo Social for lunch on Saturday, around 1pm. It was about half full with various couples, families, small adult groups enjoying the food. We ordered the chicken and sausage gumbo, and the shrimp po-boy "dressed". I'm from New Orleans originally so I keep my expectations for genuinely good southern food at a medium level out here in CA. But the gumbo was spot on -- absolutely delicious and very authentic, best I have had in CA. The shrimp poboy was really good but next time I'll try it with the "social sauce" instead of dressed (which means lettuce, tomato and mayo). I'm used to breaded and fried shrimp in poboys in New Orleans, but the grilled and seasoned shrimp was good and obviously much healthier :). They have a nice selection of canned beers so I had an IPA with mine. Service - you order at the register but the lady working there helped us figure out how to pay for the beer (hit the beverage button twice). She was very friendly and helpful. Parking - plenty of parking right in front. We will definitely come back again , we want to try the red beans and rice next time. read more

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I've been looking for really good southern food in SF- I've tried Brenda's and Hard Knox for starters- and Gumbo Social has by far, hands down, the best gumbo (id hope, its in the name) it was a little pricey getting the gumbo and a side of the red beans and rice! alittle over 30$ for both but the flavour was phenomenal and the food was ready pretty quickly. empty restaurant which I love. very niche place, mostly serving gumbo, but if thats what you're looking for they have it. read more

Gumbo Social - Red Beans and Rice - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Gumbo Special is definitely one of the best spots in the city. The steal of the show was the shrimp Po Boy' -- oh boy, it was so good. We also got the family-size gumbo with sausage and chicken, and it was super flavorful and comforting. Everything tasted fresh and well seasoned, and the whole meal really hit the spot. Definitely a place we'd go back to. read more

Gumbo Social - Shrimp Po'Boy (Family size) Chicken & Sausage Gumbo Rice (medium) - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ordered togo on a Thursday for 6:40pm pick up. Arrived at 6:30 and the order was ready for pickup. Food: Smoked Cochon - really good, loaded with sausage, greens, and a bit of stewed pork, pretty spicy but so delicious with complex layers of flavor, great with some steamed rice, gumbo is on the thinner soupy side in texture so make sure you have a starch to soak in the gumbo California Greens - really good, tender braised kale in a rich tomato sauce with a variety of beans which added heartiness, a touch sweet in flavor, very good Corn hoe cake - pretty good, a griddle corn pancakes, that was light and fluffy, a nice side to accompany the gumbo Service was great, warm and friendly. A gumbo was missing when picking up the order, thankfully noticed before leaving and went back to the restaurant and they quickly corrected the order and included some steamed rice as a gift along with a slightly larger serving size. Overall the gumbo is spectacular, so delicious and comforting. Service is also excellent, definitely make an effort to give this spot a try. read more

Gumbo Social - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Found the perfect soul-warming escape on a drizzly, foggy day at Gumbo Social. Let me tell you - their gumbo is nothing short of special. I opted to add shrimp to mine, and it was absolutely the right call. Each spoonful was a comforting and all the flavors hit all the right notes. But can we talk about their pancake-style cornbread? When the staff recommended it, I should have known to trust them and order double. Even the large size gumbo left me wanting more - it's that addictive. The experience goes beyond just the incredible food. The staff here radiate warmth and genuine hospitality, making you feel like you're being welcomed into someone's home rather than just another restaurant. There's plenty of comfortable seating, so no need to worry about waiting around. Gumbo Social is absolutely worth the journey. The combination of outstanding food, welcoming atmosphere, and attentive service makes this place a true gem. PS I was so hungry i ate the food so fast and didn't snap a pic. I'll be back for another bowl for more pictures! read more

Gumbo Social - Super friendly staff. Plenty of seating. Warm welcomes!! - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Gumbo doesn't disappoint... the chicken and sausage gumbo is a staple must try and of course you gotta have a po'boy read more

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This place is small, but mighty. Several types of gumbo, delicious sides, and great service. Atmosphere is cozy, homey and friendly.

This was a great find in Bayview! I don't usually visit this part of town, but I decided to come for SF Restaurant Week. Good: - The Shrimp PoBoy was amazing - one of the best I've had - the amount of savory sauce and the shrimp itself were so fresh and well portioned - The gumbo was a little salty but very filling - super great tasting and I liked the chicken and sausage one - The cajun fries were well seasoned as well. - Prices were so great - $15 per person for way more than enough food - The Brussel sprouts were also so tasty! Bad: - The food took a bit to come out and we had to wait for about 15-20 minutes - Self service for the most part - Casual diner vibes Overall enjoyed the experience here and would come just for the shrimp PoBoy. read more

Gumbo Social - Shrimp poboy - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

My sister and I shared a delicious jackfruit poboy and bowl of greens and we were delighted with both. Somebody worked their magic with the jackfruit and the remoulade sauce nestled in a bun that was soft on the inside and barely crunchy on the outside. As for the greens I had never seen them combined with a mix of beans but the combination worked. I highly recommend Gumbo Social as a choice for plant forward food that pops with flavor plus doesn't singe your taste buds! read more

Gumbo Social - California Greens - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My bf and I came in here the other day to try the gumbo. I loved the vibe of this place. The woman behind the counter was extremely sweet. The gumbo was so delicious. The roux was perfection and they do not skimp on the ingredients (Add the blue crab meat) My only regret was eating somewhere else before we came. I wanted to try more. We will definitely come back on an empty stomach. read more

Gumbo Social - Chicken & Sausage Gumbo + blue crab meat (perfection in a bowl) - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food is definitely five star. This place is perfect for no nonsense, get your grub on stop and go. Very relaxed and casual atmosphere, just placed your order. They'll bring it to you and have delicious food. We had no problem parking on a Saturday but I can imagine on weekdays maybe a different story. You can take the train, which will drop you off in front of the restaurant if you prefer The gumbo that I had was the chicken with sausage and it reminded me of my mom from Louisiana's gumbo. Very very good, lots of spices. My wife got the turkey gumbo and it was very good but I preferred the chicken with sausage. I added the blue crab meat and that really made it special. we split a fried Basa fish Poboy and the sauce was really the boss. It really brought out a good Cajun flavor. The roll was thick, but didn't take away from the taste of the sauce, the fish and the slaw, though I did add a little of the hot sauce of which they have a large variety. Definitely enough to split with a friend. read more

Gumbo Social - Basa fish, Ho' cake, and turkey gumbo - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Sausage gumbo was tasty and full of flavor. Thanks to Mr.Gumbo who offered a nice free community cooking demo and tasting, which was very much appreciated to bring the neighborhood and locals together! Some gumbo education and a chance for me to visit and check out the place. I was disappointed when I was placing my order, the cashier asked if I wanted a drink and I said water. I meant the tap water that's out for everyone. I didn't know I was charged for a bottled water, only realized after I left. read more

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Visited with an East Bay group, each one of us paid individually. We had the chicken & sausage gumbo with white rice, red beans & rice, along with two drinks. The gumbo came out steaming hot, it was tasty. Thin shreds of chicken and thin rounds of sausage was flavorable, could of had less shakes of the salt. Took a shrimp poboy to go to indulge later. Service was good, Jasmine was pleasant considering we were a party of 12. Donte, the Chef greeted us. We lucked out on parking in front. read more

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CRAVING SOME SOUL FOOD? GUMBO? POBOYS? ICONIC SOUL SIDE DISHES LIKE COLLARD GREEN AND RED BEANS AND RICE? Look no further, this is the spot you have been waiting for! When I tell you every item was delicious, I mean it! The gumbos were each different, but delectable in their unique ways. I was worried it was going to be salty like a lot of soul spots, but it's just the right amount and you can truly taste the spice and passion put into each dish. Even the poboy and fries were good, which goes to show there is an option for anyone and everyone at this restaurant. The owner is extremely humble and friendly, so knowing their food is good shows the positivity that this establishment is surrounded by is worth EVEN MORE hype! Give this spot a try when ya get the chance, you won't believe you weren't a regular already! read more

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I saw a post on social media about this place over the weekend and couldn't wait to try, So, I ordered online and we picked it up from Pacifica. I ordered chicken and sausage gumbo, corn hoecake and shrimp po'boy. Corn Hoecake - It was okay. I don't think it's worth $6 for a piece of corn pancake in my opinion. It's very small, flat, and dry. Shrimp Po'Boy - A sandwich with 8 pieces of shrimps with their secret sauce. I expected for the shrimps to be battered with cornmeal and fried like the way I've had them in the past including New Orleans. The flavor was okay, but it was lacking excitement. There was barely any coleslaw in the sandwich. For $20, maybe adding more shrimps, slaws add tomatoes and maybe add fries with the order to make it worth it. Chicken and Sausage Gumbo - It was a little bitter. It's not the traditional gumbo that we're used to having. Maybe the roux was overly cooked or maybe burnt. The seasonings, however, made up for it. My order came with very little amount of shredded chicken and I only found about 4 pieces of sausages. It was mostly broth and you have to order the rice separately. Did we come at the wrong time? I am not sure I'd pay $25 again for this. I feel like we paid for a bowl of broth. Service - Not bad. So, my final thoughts... the flavor is there but it's overly priced for small portions of the main ingredients compared to other places I've been. read more

Have you been having a hankering for homemade gumbo? Options are somewhat limited around these parts. There's Angeline's Louisiana Kitchen in Berkeley (review: https://yelp.to/79T5c27Vfz), and of course, there's always Brenda's French Soul (review: https://yelp.to/qkGCI3poMl). My problem is that menu choices are too robust at these popular restaurants that I end up bypassing the gumbo. But not here. Three kinds of gumbo are front and center at this Bayview spot - Chicken and Sausage, Smoked Turkey, and Vegan (Roasted Mushrooms with Black Eyed Peas). Po Boys, small plates, and a kale salad definitely have second billing. The place was empty in the middle of a workday afternoon, and I didn't see anyone until the owner came out to stir one of the pots of gumbo. For my virginal visit, I decided to try the $17 bowl of Chicken and Sausage Gumbo which came with two floating mini-scoops of rice (photo: https://yelp.to/ykvaZfwYAY). Flavorful would be an understatement as the dark roux was mixed seamlessly with bits of okra, onion, bell pepper, and celery. Andouille sausage was added to the shredded chicken, and the result was both smoky and spicy. I added the $12 California Greens, and the generous portion was almost an entree in itself (photo: https://yelp.to/T1fXzdy4cM). It was mixed with okra, beans, chopped onion, and tomatoes, and the homestyle flavor really added to the satisfaction from the gumbo. The young woman who served me was very pleasant, and she reminded me the space was previously occupied by Frisco Fried which I enjoyed years ago (review: https://yelp.to/yYbDU5Cj6I). Definitely returning. FOOD - 5 stars...true homestyle gumbo, really delicious AMBIANCE - 4 stars...nice space, pretty sparse SERVICE - 4 stars...quiet to pleasant during my visit TOTAL - 5 stars...it's all about the gumbo and the greens RELATED - Exploring Bayview/Hunters Point? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AOvRKv read more

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we came here during Bay Area Black Restaurant Week and got to try a ton of food at a great price! * gumbos: although the original chicken and sausage was good, the smoked cochon was our fave. it was very smoky with a lot of depth. * red beans and rice: i actually thought it was gumbo at first until the gumbos came out lol. it was more like a thick stew (light on the rice) which i personally loved * po boys: these were the real star of the show, even more so than the gumbos. the pork one was super tender and the shrimp one was moist and perfectly cooked. both came with a really tasty sauce. definitely some of the best sandwiches i've had recently. * lemon pound cake: this had a perfect texture (spongy but fluffy at the same time) and was really tasty it wasn't too busy during dinner and the food came out super fast after we ordered at the counter. i also liked their huge selection of hot sauces. read more

Not a fann Ok. I went to Gumbo Social the Saturday that it opened on Third Strret. I waited in line about 90 minutes . People from Louisiana, specifically New Orleans have a different opion on what constitutes a "gumbo". One of the first tthings we look for is crab, shrimp and/or some type of seafood. There was none . But, their high prices would give us the idea that there MUST be some . It tasted like a very good gravy for some rice . Not a fann. In addition to the gumbo I ordred , I believe it was a poor boy. All told I spent over $50 The service was good . Ambiance ok. read more

Drove all the way here from Richmond to bring my grandmother here for her 86th birthday because she was craving gumbo(saw it on check please Bay Area) as she's from New Orleans. We walked in and the lady in the front with the mustache was rude barely greeted us. We had to seat ourselves she didn't bring us a menu ask if we needed drinks nothing. Just was rude and blatantly ignored us until we left. Would never recommend this place and gonna share how awful our experience was read more

Gumbo Social - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

The po boy fish was delish. Crunchy fish. The sauce was excellent. The chicken and sausage was a bit salty but my preference is on the lighter side. I added more veggies to it so it made a great base for my pot of soup. read more

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I'm almost never in Bayview, but this place is well worth the hype. The place is fairly casual. You order at the counter, have your pick of tables, and patiently await your food. Water and utensils are self serve as well. Chicken and sausage gumbo- 4/5 a little on the saltier side. Really hits the spot especially on a cold windy sf day. There is a HEAPING amount of chicken in this. Shrimp po boy- 4/5 bread is a bit hard but the sauce really makes this po boy Hoecake- 5/5 got the special for the day. Love that they rotate flavors and use whatever fresh ingredients they have at the moment Portions are just right. Wonderful to meet the owner/chef while we were eating! It's always great to see the dedication to the food. It definitely brightens the atmosphere up as well. I really don't know anywhere else in sf you'll find gumbo this good. read more

Gumbo Social - Chicken and pork gumbo, shrimp po boy - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

When you're standing in a place called "Gumbo Social" talking to the owner (Dantaye) who says "you can also call me Mr. Gumbo" and staring down at the menu it's a certainty that you're going to order gumbo so I did. I skipped the add-ins and opted to share a large bowl of Chicken & Sausage Gumbo ($17), a couple of orders of Corn Hoecakes ($5 each), and a serving of California Greens ($12) which skewed more soul food than kale salad. All aspects of Gumbo Social appear to be overseen by the owner who greets you upon entry, takes your order, and delivers your food. It's a casual place, so you might also find yourself chatting it up with Mr. Gumbo and learning about the place's origins (farmer's markets and catered events) and the fact that neighborhood residents are trying to get him to stay open past 8 p.m. Help yourself to disposable cutlery and enjoy richly satisfying gumbo/southern food/soul food served in disposable bowls. Gumbo Social seems to be a great addition to the neighborhood and one I'd happily return to and when I do? I'll be walking out with one of those "Eat More Gumbo" hoodies 'cause who doesn't want that? Really good, unusual-for-SF, food in a casual, comfortable setting. I liked it. read more

Gumbo Social - Large Chicken & Sausage Gumbo ($17) - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

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While planning my visit to SF from DC I had Gumbo Social circled to visit as it is a black owned restaurant. My first night I drove here with the anticipation of ordering to go.. the food did NOT disappoint, it was so good I sat down and ate the entire bowl and ordered another one to go. I ordered chicken and sausage, but unfortunately they were out so I was told to try the Cochon Gumbo.. I added shrimp and it was a home run. My last night I returned, I must admit, San Fran food is good but I wanted to return here as this was one of my favorite locations in the Bay Area. I reordered the same dish however this time the owner took my order. While he made my food, with assistance, we held a good conversation about the restaurant and culture of the area as the demographics and vibe are vastly different than in Washington, DC. It was a pleasure dining in and patronizing this establishment. Ironically, Dontaye (owners name) made my food the first time I visited. I didn't know he was the owner. It shows how much he cares about the product he is serving. Once again.. the food is excellent!! Real ingredients, spices blend perfectly and preparation just like in New Orleans. I hope they are around when I come back. Only thing.. they didn't have crab meat. As a DC native we are big on that so I hope it's available when I return. May just come earlier in the day. Thanks Dontaye, it was a pleasure.. read more

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We schlepped out to Hunters point on a rainy day for some Gumbo. They are only open on certain days - so check the schedule. Also the menu changes every month, so check the website. The Owner Dontaye is right up front, and loves to chat it up with guests! We split a pork sandwich and a chicken/sausage gumbo and a side of a hoe cake. I thought I would love the hoe cake- but it was fine - it could have benefited from being hotter and maybe a pat of butter too. The sandwich was my favorite - loaded with tender pork. Whatever the orange sauce that was on it - I could drink it! I would love if they would offer a fried chicken po boy and also they have po boys served with french fries IN them in New Orleans - that also sounds great. The gumbo was huge and very flavorful. Bathrooms were clean but I would love a lighted light switch in there since it is so dark when you enter it is difficult to find the switch. read more

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I saw this restaurant on Check Please Bay Area some time ago. It looked great and I've been trying to get there. I went about a month ago and it wasn't worth the wait. The young lady working that day was clearly annoyed by our arrival. She was short and unwelcoming and barely answered questions. The shrimp po boy was just ok and overpriced. I would have liked a gumbo option without okra, but they don't have one. The fries were good and the place was clean. read more

I came here twice to try out the gumbo and poboy sandwich. It was my first time ever eating gumbo. I had the chicken and sausage gumbo. It tasted a bit too salty for me. I was born and raised in SF, so I don't know what authentic gumbo tastes like though. For context, I also found the mulfuletta sandwich on Divisadero St salty too. Maybe they can make a less salty version of the gumbo? The second time, I came back since they emailed me a $5 off coupon for my birthday. I enjoyed the poboy sandwich a lot more. It has a similar sauce as the gumbo but wasn't too salty eaten with the bread. I hope this business does well and helps enliven the Bayview district! read more

Gumbo Social - Soul Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

A spot that has been on my radar since I heard about their opening. I finally got a chance to try them out during restaurant week as well. A semi-low key spot where you order at the counter, and they bring out your food to you, I showed up for dinner on a Thursday and it was a little quiet, but the staff was ver friendly. I decided to sit at one of the high tables with bar stool and they brought out our food from their restaurant week menu. FOOD: Chicken and Sausage Gumbo. Smoky, deep, big flavor that was balanced as well. Chicken and sausage pieces just perfect. Just one of those comfort foods that hits so perfectly. Highly recommend. Smoked Turkey Gumbo. A little more smoky, but the turkey maybe ever so slightly dryer, which doesn't take away from the gumbo, it just depends on your preference if you like that smoky flavor - which I do. So I recommend this as well. Big Black Brunch (shrimp po'boy). Goodness. Perfectly toasted, light bread. Shrimp juicy, bouncy, perfectly cooked. Coleslaw light, crunchy, but not overpowering. Sauce creamy, with a kick. Add Crystals if you want extra kick or their pickles and you have a perfect sandwich. Highly recommend. Hot link po'boy. All the same stuff as the shrimp po'boy but with hotlinks. Also quite good, but I prefer the shrimp, still can't go wrong with this either. Salad. An interesting addition. A light salad with a simple tangy sauce, though they had these peeled carrots that either I was eating wrong or didn't really fit well in a salad. Probably wouldn't get this again. Red Velvet Cake. Pretty standard and solid red velvet cake. A bit on the sweet side, but light and fluffy cake with good flavors. Probably still a good choice. Overall a pretty solid spot. Glad I was able to try so many things for restaurant week. I'm super interested in their roast duck and pork that I wasn't able to try that day. Just a tad pricey, but this is the price you pay for good food and totally worth it. I will be back! read more

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First time here, was in the area, looked up what was around and as someone from the south who believes the best Po-Boys come from corner stores/gas stations I thought I would give it a try. So glad I did! A good Po-Boy must begin with good fresh French bread . Crunch from slaw/ lettuce . Full of shrimp (or your seafood of choice) aka falling out of bread. Mayo, this did not but they top with what they call social sauce, tastes like a heavy in a good way creole mustard remoulade. Perfect amount of seasoning and hey remoulade is made with mayo. Delicious! I ate all of it! I had it with a side of fries & a tea. Fries were hot, crispy and they used a spice mix instead of salt, not hot with pepper, just right amount of seasoning. If you find fault with this place that is on you!! read more

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Best gumbo and red beans and rice! Go there. Tastious! A local haunt in South SF. Like being in o'leans.

The highly-anticipated brick-and-mortar debut of a beloved farmers market pop-up does not disappoint. I have now been twice, and both times have been impressive. The gumbo is stunning, with the right amount of spice - and with hearty protein. The large size is incredibly generous and could likely feed two people if they aren't hungry. The po boys are also good - but the gumbo is the star. Service is among the best I've seen post-pandemic, particularly for a more casual spot. Staff are incredibly friendly and interactive; they appear to actually enjoy their jobs. I'm looking forward to continued visits. And I'll never skip the gumbo. read more

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