Didn't know what to expect coming here but honestly. DELICIOUS. Havnt had vegetarian mapo tofu in so long. It was so nice. Eggplant tofu also so good! I would definitely come back. Clean and comfortable atmosphere and great service! read more

Mamahuhu - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Mamahuhu serves Chinese fusion food. The menu offers interesting pineapple bun sandwiches, house specials (meat/vegetarian dishes), noodles/rice, and soft serves for dessert. The menu isn't extensive, but there's still a good variety of choices. One of my go-to dishes is the jade fried rice. It's simple and not overly greasy, with small pieces pork, egg, kale, and green onion. There's a house spicy sauce that goes so well with the rice. The tomato garlic chow mein (vegetarian) has a generous amount of tofu, tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. The dish is very tomato-y and saucy. The sweet and sour chicken is what you'd typically expect. The chicken was a bit heavy on the batter, but the onion and bell peppers were nice and crisp. Everything is generously covered in the sauce. The restaurant is very simple and minimalistic. Service is pleasant. I've only ever ordered takeout or had them through my old workplace office lunch delivery program (Forkable). read more

The food at Mamahuhu is always delicious. Our go-to dishes are the "Lazi" chicken, perfectly tender and juicy boneless chicken chunks that have been fried until perfectly crispy, tossed with chilies and Sichuan peppercorn, and the mapo tofu. The chicken comes with a container of mala (spicy, numbing) chili oil and pickles. The mapo tofu comes with a cucumber and celery salad that is lightly dressed in a sesame dressing, which is the perfect cooling complement to the fiery tofu. Unfortunately, what prevents them from getting 5 stars is that their attention to detail is quite literally mamahuhu (马马虎虎). For our last two orders, we requested and paid extra for utensils and were not given them. On occasion, when we order the non-lunch combo of certain dishes, the lunch combo will arrive instead. They are different prices and have different quantities of the main dish. Of course, when we call to ask, we're always instructed to return to the store, which is a bit of a hassle. So word to the wise, double- and triple-check your order before you walk away. read more

Honestly, I think this place is a bit overrated and the food is very mediocre. I didn't find it to be special at all. My favorite thing was the fries. I really liked the seasoning on it, but I didn't really like the noodles that I ordered and my friend said the chicken bowl he got was just OK. read more

Mamahuhu - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Was amazing!! Got it for takeout but the spice was what you'd want from a Szechuan dish and the beef and broccoli was cooked amazingly! Def going to order more from here read more

Mamahuhu - Broccoli & Beef and Lazi Chicken - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend and I stopped by Mamahuhu for lunch. It's been on my list for a while. It is a fast casual restaurant so you order at the front counter kiosk then find a seat. It wasn't too busy on a holiday Monday lunch time. Lazi Chicken (4/5): This was crispy rice-battered chicken with sichuan chili oil, numbing dry spice, dried chili peppers, and pickled veggies. The chicken was incredibly crispy! We got the chili oil on the side. The flavor was good without being too salty. Eggplant tofu (4/5): The eggplant had a good texture. It came with fried soft tofu, fermented black beans, bell pepper, mushroom gravy, and basil. My favorite part of the dish was the tofu. We also ordered a side of jasmine rice to go with everything. It was a good casual lunch. A bit pricey but we shared everything family style so not too bad. read more

Mamahuhu - Interior - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

San Francisco is the best place in America to get Chinese American food. There are so many Chinese American restaurants to go to in so many different Chinese regional dishes in almost every neighborhood of the city. There is one place with two locations in San Francisco which uses organic ingredients. They have classic dishes like the sweet and sour chicken in SF. On a weekend before the Thanksgiving holiday Autumn stroll in the Inner Richmond ( not the city) on Clement street there is a place which offers new menu items and offers casual dinning experience. Mamahuhu is an organic Chinese American restaurant with two San Francisco locations with one in Noe Valley and the one I was most recently at in the Inner Richmond in San Francisco. They also sell alcohol like craft beer and wines. They have dishes like the Mushroom Mapo Tofu and the Lazi Chicken in SF. They also have crispy chicken sandwiches like Honey Hawthorn and Super Savory. I got the Rangoon which was crispy and a bit crunchy. It came with a sauce which gave the Rangoon's a savory and not too sweet taste. They also host events such as Mahjong Monday. A good place to enjoy organic Chinese American food. Mamahuhu is a true "reflection"of the Chinese American food "intersection " and also having a strong San Francisco city "connection " and they serve organic chicken and mushroom dishes so they have a great food "selection" There is lots of great Chinese American restaurants on Clement street on each block from right to "left "and all over the city in "depth"at different neighborhoods " in SF" and including Mamahuhu which is operated by a James Beard Award winner and a "Michelin-starred Chef" read more

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This was my first time here. I was meeting a friend here. Service was good, indoor dining, & ambiance was good. We went on a Wed evening around 7p and there was seating. My friend got the cashew chicken and she said it was really good. We shared the fries. They were good. Typical fries. I ordered the eggplant & tofu rice dish. The bowl that my entree came in reminded me of a kids bowl, not the size, but it was the pink plastic kind. Despite the aesthetic of the bowl, I really liked my dish! It was very tasty and the eggplant wasn't too oily or mushy. It was so good!! I definitely would come back and order this dish again! read more

Mamahuhu - One side of menu - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Mamahuhu means "so-so" in mandarin and tbh, I'm surprised that was one of the few words I remembered from middle school lol. Mamahuhu is an elevated & casual Asian fusion restaurant from Chef Brandon Jew, and is located around Clement & 6th Ave. There is limited street parking and mostly meter. What makes them stand out (at least to me) is their pineapple bun chicken sandwich. You don't see that around often and one time when I stopped by during work, this dim sum lady who worked nearby said in Chinese "oh look, these guys just came out of the restaurant" and I responded back "yeah, look - pineapple bun chicken sandwiches!!" and was shooketh and told her colleague LOL. Asian food is usually shared, but since the demographic is mixed, they do offer a rice plate (serving for 1) or the house specials (serving for 1-2). The rice plate consists of any house special protein, served with crunchy sesame cucumbers and jasmine rice. Limited menu but the pineapple bun chicken sandwiches are a must try at least once! I have tried the honey hawthorn which is basic and the tingly spicy. The tingly spicy has a subtle numbing spice to it. Not sure what the super savory is, but curious to try it next time. I've had the lazi chicken, jade fried rice, and crunchy mala cucumber. The lazi chicken is double fried and is soo crispy-crunchy, but has mild Szechuan spice. It's one of my favorites here! The jade fried rice is pretty good and I prefer the crunchy mala cucumber over the crunchy sesame cucumbers - gotta love a little kick to it! Definitely worth a visit - can't wait to try other dishes on the menu! read more

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I have an updated review with the same amount of stars. This time I tried all different items and the place is good but a lil pricey. I love the simple clean atmosphere. Its reminds me of updated modernistic cafeteria or something. The service was great! The food was not great just average. I prefer authentic Chinese over this fusion kind. The chow main was kinda like tomato spaghetti...super rich in tomato flavor. Chicken sando, not that spicy and kinda mids with hand cut potatoes let's not call those "fries" . Vegan soft serve was odd and a maybe they used Oat milk which I cannot stand. Flavor was off not really tasting like a boba as described. Its worth a try and some may enjoy it but its not for me. I wont be returning. read more

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My first time ordering at Mamahuhu. I got the Braised Chicken & Garlic Noodles ($10)--braised chicken with steamed broccoli, garlic noodles, and sweet & sour plus soy dipping sauces. The garlic noodles were good, though a bit greasy. The steamed broccoli was good. The braised chicken was bland on its own and needed the sauces for more flavor. The sweet & sour sauce was okay, but the soy sauce was tasteless. Overall, I would eat at Mamahuhu again if I'm in the neighborhood. read more

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Food was good. Nice flavors. I had ordered the MSG Chicken Plate w/ rice, & my bf ordered the orange chicken w/ rice as well. Both delish, & the crispy texture was yummy. Service was just as good. Ambiance was causal. Typical SF vibe. Perfect for a late night bite!! read more

loved how cool the interior and decor was. ordered on a tablet, and waited around 10-15 mins for our 3 sandwiches. lots of booths and tables, along with a big table along the window that let our big party sit all together. got 3 pineapple bun chicken sandwiches: honey hawthorne (6/10): good cabbage slaw; i like the tangy sauce but honey can be overpowering. super savory (9/10): my fave!!! love the garlic sauce so much and spinach is my first pick for leafy greens. tingly spicy (5/10): too spicy for me and i couldn't taste or focus on anything else. not my pick cherry red bean sundae (8/10): soft serve alone isn't too sweet, has a subtle (nutty?) red bean flavor thats so delicious. i don't like red bean so the surprise at the bottom was not fun, but the soft serve was so delightful + paired with the cherry syrup it balances out well. would definitely come back. the ambiance is really cozy yet cool, and the sandwiches/soft serve were great. read more

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honestly super mediocre chinese food. if i can be super honest, doesn't taste too authentic to me. i opted for the lunch special $16 bowl that comes w a choice of main, rice, and cucumber veggies. aside from taste, i can't argue that that isn't a good deal. the mapo tofu pork was ok. missed the mark on flavor. the hot and sour soup didn't taste like how it would also... it's definitely passable but there are way too many chinese restaurants around clement-- er SF period, than to eat here. the restaurant has a really nice vibe and decor, plenty of seating read more

Since we're being COVID cautious and Mamahuhu has no outdoor seating (except for a bench outside), we got out food to go to eat in the car. That meant we started with the kids size $4 boba sundae. I mean what were we going to do? Let it melt while we ate our entrees? Twist our arms to eat it first. The sundae was really generous for $4. They really should serve it in a larger cup because the way it is now is hard to eat, and the toppings fall out of the cup. The sundae consists of oat walnut vegan soft-serve which didn't taste vegan (a compliment; I'm not trying to claim it wasn't vegan), sesame crunch candy (the best part), black sesame seeds, Ceylon tea syrup, and boba. The sundae was the best part of the meal and I keep thinking about it. I want to try more of the dessert menu. We shared two lunch plates. The Broccoli Beef was very good and we really liked the addition of cauliflower. The rice batter gave a good crunch to the Lazi Chicken. Some pieces were quite spicy. read more

I really wanted to like Mamahuhu. The woman working the front was incredible...she took orders, bussed and cleaned tables, kept everything running smoothly, and somehow did it all with a great attitude. She absolutely held down the front of the house. Our food came out quickly, correctly, and the restaurant itself is beautiful. Unfortunately, the food was a huge miss for me. The booth cushions were visibly dirty, and I didn't even want to lean back. The hot and sour soup wasn't hot at all...just overwhelmingly sour. I actually stopped to make sure it hadn't gone bad. The orange chicken didn't taste like orange; it had a strange vinegar-forward flavor instead. I understand they're going for a healthier, modern take on Chinese American classics, but it just didn't work for me. My Chinese grandma always said a business name matters because it sets expectations. Naming a restaurant "Mamahuhu" ("so-so") ended up feeling a little too on the nose. I appreciate the great service, but based on the food, I don't see myself coming back. read more

Fast food version of Brandon Jew. Ordered the tingly spicy chicken sandwich, per the server this is one of the popular dish. For vegetarian dish I ordered tomato garlic noodle. Order came quite fast, started with the chicken sandwich, while waiting for my noodle I was offered sweet and sour soup, which I gladly tried. Chicken was crispy and bun was nice and buttery, the side fries was not bad either. The soup is pretty yummy exactly what I expect from chef Jiu. Noodle hit my palette very strong on the first bite and a little sweet. After devouring half of the bowl I couldn't continue, this is not the kind of dish that you can stuff yourself to oblivion and still want more. The flavor is way too strong, great on first few bite but too much after a while. Hot tea was great to down the flavor down, which is not something I usually do. read more

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Finally got a chance to check out Mamahuhu on Clement for their famous Bao Burger. The Savory Chicken Bao Burger is an absolute beast with crispy, juicy fried chicken coated with killer umami packed seasoning, tucked into a soft, pillowy bao bun toasted so that it holds up without getting soggy. The sauce brings that sweet-savory punch, pickles cut through perfectly which prompted me to demolish it in record time and I'm already plotting the next visit. Hands down one of the best chicken sandwiches around. Fries were crispy, well-seasoned & hot when they arrived, but nothing special or memorable. They do the job as a side without stealing any thunder from the bao burger. Vibe is casual and modern, service quick and friendly (even with the Clement Street foot traffic), kind of pricey but fair enough with the high food quality. Street parking on Clement is the usual hunt, circle or grab a spot nearby. Killer bao burger carries the show, fries play support without drama. Solid choice in the Richmond district lineup. Definitely heading back for more of that chicken goodness. 4.5 stars. Bao burger is the star--don't sleep on it. read more

Mamahuhu - Super Savory with Cleaver Cut Fries - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

OKAY. Every Chinese person who writes a yelp review will tell you "mamahuhu" means so-so, acceptable but not great. I wanted to try this place because of social media and when I walked in for my pick up I only saw non-Chinese people, so I approached the food with caution. But oh my goodness there is nothing "so-so" about the food, it's delicious! We ordered the sweet and sour chicken and jade fried rice for takeout. We ate the food ~30 minutes later and it was still tasty. Such a good crispy texture for the chicken! And the fried rice, I don't even know what they put in it to get that umami (salted pork?) Did not regret trying this place and would happily come back! read more

Mamahuhu is like Panda Express for San Francisco hipsters -- in a good way. I wouldn't necessarily take my Gen X asian parents here, but I appreciate what they're trying to do with Chinese American takeout staples and would come back for a solid fried chicken sandwich (more on that later). The interior is fun, colorful, and kind of reminded me of a yassified early-2000s Taco Bell. The serving sizes are on the smaller size but satisfy. There's also a 5% upcharge on the food. Our order: rice plate ($16) - we chose their sweet & sour chicken, which is listed on the menu as a "must try." It's a crispier, more acidic version of the classic dish (typically, it's sweet and sour pork). I appreciated the char on the bell peppers, onion and pineapple, the latter of which provided nice bursts of tartness and sweetness. During our visit, it with a small side of crunchy sesame cucumbers (the sides rotate) which fulfilled their duty as something light and fresh to break up all the heavier fried stuff but were otherwise unmemorable. tingly spicy pineapple bun chicken sandwich ($13) - the star here, of course, is the crisp and juicy fried chicken, which stands on its own. Here the spice levels are clearly for a westernized Cantonese American palate, which is to say it's not all that spicy. I wish the pineapple bun top was actually crisp and properly crumbly (like the ones at Pineapple King over in the Sunset) -- unfortunately, the bun I had didn't add much other than conceptual novelty. I wonder about the choice to use carrot slices instead of the more typical julienne, since mine kept slipping out. Overall, it's a saucy, messy, wonderful experience. read more

Mamahuhu - tingly spicy pineapple bun chicken sandwich - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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There's a ton of options to order for counter-order Chinese American food. Interior felt pretty modern and creative as do a lot of the food options. We got Mapo Tofu with Pork, the MSG, and both the classic spicy and non-spicy pineapple bun chicken sandwiches. The batter on the chicken sandwich was airy, light and sandwich came perfectly sweet, salty from the aioli and a bit spicy. I did expect the pineapple bun crust to have more of a crunch or flavor profile, and I think the sweetness of the orange-duck like sauce overpowers it. The Mapo Tofu and MSG were seasoned very well -- tons of umami in both. I didn't get a chance to try any of the more Chinese-American themed rice plates. I'd say they didn't seem worthwhile for the price. read more

Mamahuhu - Mapo Tofu with Pork (House Special) - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

An incredible, affordable, and delicious place to go for lunch, dinner, or any time you're craving tasty Chinese / Asian fusion cuisine. My family discovered this place in 2023 and I ask them to bring leftovers in a cooler and bring it back to LA cause it's SO GOOD! I would eat it every month if I could. This is my second time eating in person and we ordered the sweet and sour chicken rice plate which comes with rice and cucumbers. We always order the tomato garlic chow mein, and wanted to try something new so we ordered the Lazi Chicken house special. Service is order at the counter style and you can sit down. They'll bring the food to you. Super casual and easygoing. Our staff today was friendly and helped answer our questions about the ingredients in some of the foods. Lots of knowledge if you're curious about each dish. We typically order the house specials and get rice on the side to feed between 3-5 people but we just wanted a little bit of rice this time. The portion size for the rice plate is great for one person. The Lazi Chicken was INCREDIBLE. Extremely crispy and the carrots, chilis and accents were a good touch. Amazing flavor and I'm sure this is something I would order every time I come in person since it's best fresh. The garlic chow mein comes with tofu and is a great dish to share with others. This is the best portable item since the noodles make great leftovers and we order this every time we eat here. In the past we usually order the MSG (mushroom, seaweed, garlic) chicken, the broccoli beef, or the mayo tofu. You can't go wrong with anything here - you'll be trying it and coming back for more! I'm a big fan of their Jasmine Tea Soda - gives it a "cream soda" vibe and the jasmine flavor really shines through. I wish they had other locations than San Francisco but it's what keeps me coming back to the city. Can't wait for the next time I eat here again! read more

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Got takeout from door dash Mapo tofu good spice, perfect with rice Lazi chicken crisp and spicy Def going to the restaurant in person next time just from how good the takeout was read more

Casual and minimalistic, very clean, and no heavy cooking smells. The food was delicious and lighter than expected for Chinese dishes. Most items can be made gluten-free if you ask. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

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Mamahuhu's name really says it all. In Chinese, it means "so-so," and that's pretty much how the food tasted to me. For the dishes I usually love most, I didn't taste the flavor or the love for the cuisine. The dishes looked nice but were underwhelming. My friends had the sweet and sour chicken and cashew chicken. I tried a bit, but they weren't very flavorful. And when I say flavor, I don't mean salt. I mean aromatics like garlic, ginger, and green onion. There was just something missing in every dish. I always judge a Chinese restaurant by its mapo tofu, and this one didn't have that slow-burning mala heat or much depth in the protein. It felt more like a simplified version of Chinese food, designed to be accessible rather than authentic. That being said, the service was great, and they have mahjong nights, so it's fun to come and hang out with friends. The ice cream was also really good and something I'd definitely come back for. read more

Mamahuhu - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I heard many good things from my friends and I got to try it last week. I was a little underwhelmed but maybe because I had higher expectations. The mapotufu didn't really have a lot of flavors, the fried chicken sandwich was really sweet. The spicy and sour soup was cold when we got it so I felt like everything seems off. I think it's more fusion and I was hoping for more authentic taste. Overall, a little underwhelmed, but I would give it another try! read more

Mamahuhu - Cashew Chicken, Mapo Tofu with Pork (House Special), chicken sandwich - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I live in the Inner Richmond and for years, Mamahuhu has been a reliable option for delicious, inventive Chinese food. I always knew my dinner would hit the spot! Lately however, I've been disappointed with the quality of the fried foods. The crispy breading has become so thick in comparison to the meat, so dishes like Lazi Chicken or MSG Chicken are all crunch and no meat. Also, they recently removed Jade Fried Rice from their menu, which was one of my favorite items on the menu. So disappointing! Please bring back the fried rice and improve your quality control for the fried dishes! read more

Food is great, service is great especially Oreo (I hope that's how her name spell) is an Angel. But there portion of the good is pretty small and pricey. read more

I always love coming to Mamahuhu! Not only is the interior decoration so well-done, the food is always so good. My favorite is the mapo tofu with pork, and of course the mango coconut sundae. I'm lactose intolerant and this is life cream dairy-free. It's of the best ice creams I've had, it's such a treat when I get to eat it! read more

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I have had their sweet and sour chicken and the Mapo tofu rice plates. I think their sweet and sour chicken is more popular, which was solid, but the star for me is the Mapo tofu. They make it very unique here and I am a big fan. I think what makes these rice plates more delicious is that it comes with your entree of choice, fragrant white rice and a well cooked, flavorful vegetable side/salad. It makes it a very balance and refreshing meal. The shop itself is colorful and fun, making it a refreshing modern take on your usual Chinese food establishments. read more

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Soo good! Only tried the Lazi chicken because I wanted something spicy, and it was exactly what I was looking for. Vibes and decor were also cute read more

Mamahuhu - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Mid food & menu. Staff didn't tell me it was happy hour so they charged me the regular price. The food was good, but nothing exceptional. The staff was also quite rude to another individual while I was there. read more

I am consistently blown away by how Mamahuhu can really elevate fast casual food. I don't know how they do it, but the sweet and sour chicken stays crispy for hours to over a day. We had leftovers and it still had a bit of crunch the next day! The tomato tofu chow mein is a go-to for use as well as it really marries two of my favorite things - homestyle tomato tofu and noodles. Run, don't walk to try out the seasonal caviar fish sandwich. It is seriously excellent and worth every penny - the salty Tsar Nicolai caviar melts into the tartar sauce so well. It is supposedly getting harder to get your hands on, although we've never had any issues. The soft serve (which is vegan!) is to die for - it is the creamiest, most delicious non-dairy ice cream I've ever had. I love the varieties of toppings they offer, which change seasonally. What I love most though is their emphasis on community and cultural respect. I love how they teach about their authentic Chinese ingredients on Instagram, showcase local purveyors (for example, their blood orange agrodolce chicken was an excellent seasonal dish), and have community nights like Mahjong Night. Order takeout or dine in for a fun family style meal, but Mamahuhu is a must try local favorite! read more

Ah have been wanting to try this place for so long after seeing a reel for it a year ago. Pineapple bun + fried chicken just sounds like a no-brainer combo. Unfortunately, I thought it was a bit overhyped, the pineapple bun didn't add much novelty to the sandwich -- genuinely forgot it wasn't regular bread at one point. I thought the chicken was on the drier end, the breading was thicker than expected make it quite tough to eat. I well say the jasmine house made soda was a pleasant surprise. Jasmine tea + club soda should be adopted more in menus. read more

Mamahuhu - honey hawthorn chicken sandwich - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This has been on my list for awhile now! I ordered delivery which is probably not ideal for a fried chicken sando but nonetheless delivered in expectations! I was very tempted to try their speciality sandwichs but thought I'd go with a classic tingly spicy for my first time. The chicken was perfectly cooked and undeniably crispy! The sweetness of the pineapple bun was super subtle and I only really noticed after I was almost finished. I definitely want to go in person next time! read more

Mamahuhu - Tingly Spicy - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ordered lunch there last week to go for the first time. Staff was nice and took the order very quickly. Place was busy. However, the food isn't that great. Got no problem with fusion. style but the sauces aren't particularly inventive and just laid on the salt big time. Their hot and sour was pretty flat and on the greasy side. We ordered their chicken and mongolian beef. The chicken was tender but the mongolian beef was chewy and lacked flavor. This place is part of the "chaining " of Clement Street. We wanted to give it a shot but we won't be back. Stick with local vendors. read more

Great take out. Strongly recommend the mapo tofu! Spicy and delicious Egg rolls were also yummy. read more

Their service could have been better. A bottle of water and a sundae should not take 15 mins and me to get up and ask where's my order at 3:30pm when there were only 2 other groups inside. The malt sundae was mediocre- too sweet, fairly icy and did not like the hard caramel nut pieces that stuck to my teeth. The malt was very subtle. The table we sat at was not clean and while the staff were busy drying cups and not servicing my order. They should at least maintain some semblance of the front of the house. read more

Unfortunately, the quality of Mamahuhu's food went down significantly lately. I am ok with bland food as long as it's fresh, but mamahuhu was neither flavorful nor fresh today (again). Their Tofu was mushy and soggy -- we only had a bite and left the rest of the plate untouched. Even rice was clumped and overcooked. Ehhhhh read more

Mamahuhu - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got the jade fried rice, MSG chicken, beef broccoli, and hot sour soup to try. The soup has a yummy sour focused flavor that sets it a little differently than other ones I've tried. The fried rice was savory and flavorful, though I found it too salty. The beef was slightly sweet, which also is a little different which I liked. The chicken was full of umami, though borderline salty for me as well. I might eat the fried rice with white rice - otherwise it's all pretty delicious. I enjoy that the restaurant took certain standards and put their own yummy and flavor-forward spins on it. read more