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    Henry's Hunan Restaurant

    3.5 (578 reviews)
    ModerateChinese
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Jennifer E.

    Henry's Hunan was recommended to me by some local to San Francisco colleagues, and it couldn't have been a better tip. Tucked into a side street very close to the W Hotel, it was a welcomed break from the crowds around the Moscone. I ordered the Combo Chow Mein, Egg Rolls, and the Onion Cake, and while I don't think I'd get the onion cake again (it was good, but maybe a bit bland), the Chow Mein was wonderful. A pot of green tea is complimentary, and the service is fast and friendly. I will certainly be back the next time I'm in town.

    Steamed Noodles w. Ground Pork & Hunan Special Sauce
    Janet C.

    Hidden spot! Decided on a last minute lunch and found this restaurant. Food was tasty and service was great - it seemed like a large restaurant , I only saw the front as that was where we sat.... But I could see it went further in. All of the dishes were delicious - We ordered the Kung Pao Chicken, Chinese Green (bok choy), Steamed Noodles w. Ground Pork & Hunan Special, and Sauteed Eggplant. It was a lot of food for 3 people but we took the rest home and they were just as good as warmed up leftovers... maybe better ... as the flavors settled in. Sorry... only two pictures - I started to dig in and forgot to snap a pic of the other dishes. One note: get there early... it got busy FAST. Would I go back? Yes! So many more dishes to try

    Claudia S.

    Henry's is tucked away in an alley, but don't let the location fool you--this is some of the best Hunan food I've had. They actually have two separate menus: one with American-style Chinese dishes, and another (you'll need to ask for it) with authentic Hunan specialties. The second menu is what really sets this place apart--it's one of the most authentic selections I've seen. The pricing is on the higher side, but I still find myself coming back regularly for some of the Hunan staples. Literally addicted to their spicy fish and the sour & spicy gizzard dishes. Remember to order extra rice and ask for napkins. It spicy.

    Mongolian Beef & Sautéed Pig Stomach |IG: @socalsnomnoms
    Trinh T.

    Food: Mongolian Beef (9/10) - Tastes authentic! You can choose a spice level so we got medium and it turned out really spicy but I love spice. The beef was made well and was flavorful. The veggies also added flavor. Sautéed Pig Stomach (8/10) - My first time trying this and I had to get past the texture at first but this was good! Also got medium spicy and it was really spicy. Yum veggies with it as well. Service: We ended up waiting nearly an hour for our food for some reason but it does get busy. It wasn't a wait for us to be seated luckily but I saw a line form eventually while seated. There could also be a bit of a language barrier at times but you'll get by. It wasn't hard to flag down workers and get help because they don't check up on you too often but they were helpful when we did catch them! Ambiance: The vibe at Henry's Hunan is a casual Chinese restaurant and more of a neighborhood spot than anything fancy. It's the kind of place where you come for the authentic Chinese food, with the chatter of regulars in the background and that cozy, slightly old-school feel that makes it easy to settle in.

    Hot & Sour Soup
    Gerald R.

    SPICY FLAVORFUL On the first week of December on Wednesday a co-worker from the Anaheim office took out another co-worker and me for lunch. We ended up eating at Henry's Hunan. I've heard so much about this place. At lunch would be my first time eating at Henry's Hunan. Hunan cuisine tends to be the spicy. I only like two types of spicy food: Thai and fried chicken. I'm open to eat something different. I didn't want to order kung pao chicken or beef. One co-worker suggested Mongolian beef. Since this was my first time here I wanted to order items that I never ate before. I suggested hot and sour beef because I wanted to see if the flavor is similar to hot and sour soup. The co-worker that bought lunch ordered Marty's Special. Instead of rice, combo chow mein was selected. One thing I'll say is after we ordered we didn't get our food for a while; the wait felt like 40 minutes. I understand lunch service that day was busy. I think there was a convention in San Francisco during that week. In addition the industry I work in there was the annual end-of-the-year industry dinner that week. Despite that my co-workers and I felt we shouldn't a while. Also my co-worker had a meeting that she needed to go. When the food arrived because of the wait I hope the items we ordered were exceptional. The hot and sour beef was unique as it had the flavor from the hot and sour soup. The combo chow mein as alright. The item that stood out was the Marty's Special as this dish represents the spicy attributes of this restaurant. One thing I like about Marty's Special was even though it was spicy the dish was flavorful. I detest spicy dishes that are all spicy with no flavor. Marty's Special was spicy and flavorful. The dish wasn't too spicy that I couldn't eat it, but I was sweating during lunch. I would have given Henry's Hunan for a higher rating if not for waiting for our dishes for over 30 minutes. Do I see myself coming back here again? Henry's Hunan is quite a walking distance away from my work as my co-workers and me took an Uber. I might come back again to Henry's Hunan, but not anytime soon.

    Diana's Special Meat Pie
    Julia C.

    They have lunch rice plate on weekdays, $16. There are different options each day of the week. I ordered Diana's special meat pie, which was similar to other meat pies that I've had in China, though the addition of lettuce and parmesan is quite original.

    Mongolian Beef, Chicken with String Bean
    Angela M.

    Some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. Absolutely delicious. Great portions, decent prices. But the service is atrocious. Stopped by on a weeknight with my brother on a whim after attending GDC and the place was packed. We stood at the entrance for a good few minutes, awkwardly making eye contact with every waiter who rushed past but didn't acknowledge us, say hi, or even let us know how long the wait would be. When a waiter finally seated us, he was 20 feet away and waving us over to a distant table he was standing next to. We only knew he was trying to communicate with us when we happened to look over and make eye contact with him. Utterly bizarre. Once we were seated, he was nice enough but brusque. All of our interactions with staff here were nothing more than transactional. We weren't even halfway done with our meal when an older man came by and dropped off the check. Rudeness aside, the quality and quantity of the food was almost enough to make up for it (almost). We went with the hot and sour soup, Mongolian beef, and chicken with string bean. The Mongolian beef actually had some legit spiciness and the beef was tender without being so overly soft that it feels like it's disintegrating. The string beans were crisp. The hot and sour soup had a perfect balance of the two flavor profiles. We had more than enough leftovers for us to split between us. I've been thinking about this meal since I had it weeks ago. Unfortunately, if I decide to eat here again, I'll have to deal with the service, and it's enough to give me pause about returning. That's a shame where there's so much more to try on the menu.

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    Richard G.

    Good old Henry Hunan's! I've been here many times and I've never been disappointed...but (to be completely honest) I've never been "wowed" either. The food is tasty and the price point is reasonable. The service could use some work. Our table ordered a few sodas and the waiter just placed them all in front of one of my coworker who was then responsible for distributing them. After we got all the items we ordered, the waiter never came back to check on us. When we got the final bill, there was some confusion on how to pay it. Apparently we're supposed to walk to the cashier at the front of the restaurant. Overall, the food is good and this one of the few places in the immediate area where we can sit at a table, order off a menu, and not break the bank.

    Anne C.

    Always walked by this area but never knew about this Chinese restaurant!! I'm really glad I got to try it. There are two different menus so be aware - go for the Chinese menu! We got the hunan rice noodles which I really enjoyed as well as the sour and spicy potatoes - definitely had a great sour and spicy kick to it (more than other Chinese restaurants around). I will say the mapo tofu was the only let down as the taste wasn't as authentic as I expected it to be. Also be wary that most dishes are spicy! (And actually have a bit of a kick unlike the other restaurants in Chinatown)! Will definitely come back or order takeaway again, super affordable pricing for portion sizes too.

    Kung Pao Chicken rice plate
    BSC L.

    The food is one of a kind. Frank and his staff have always taken care of me and this review is a long time coming. I enjoy their food and their staff.

    Judy S.

    Food is tasty and portions are good! Service could have been more attentive, but they were busy right up until closing on a weekday evening. Wait for a party of 2 was still 20 minutes at around 8pm. Also docking a star because my partner got food poisoning after eating here, likely from the scallops in the special. If you'd like similarly great flavors with less of a wait I recommend their spin off restaurant sohunan nearby.

    Diana's meat pie
    Glenn L.

    Yelp has the hours wrong for Friday, but we took a chance anyway. The restaurant is dark just until just before they open for dinner at 5:30. We ordered the Diana's meat pie, dumplings and chicken salad. The meat pie is a great appetizer - crispy and fresh tasting with the shredded lettuce. The dumplings were great, as usual. The chicken salad is amazing - a great light peanut dressing, lettuce and noodles. Just a great dish.

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    The cuisine is authentic and captures "the taste of Hunan" The family atmosphere is true and welcoming!

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