A nice addition to the Mission and the Bay Area. I think it is the only Guamanian restaurant. Due to this and my heritage to Hawaii, I was excited to try the Chamorroan food. My friends and I decided on the $40 5 course tasting menu. The course began with a amuse buche of an oyster with a citrus seasoning from Guam. I couldn't taste the citrus, only the oyster. The first course was a boiled egg with caviar. It was a little salty, but not bad. The second course was the chicken kelegun which was a shredded chicken, spices, and served on a flat bread. This reminded me of chicken salad and not to my liking for texture and taste. The third course was supposed to be the shrimp omelet, but they ran out of it. They were saving it for the chefs friends table whom we saw were served the dish, though they were seated after us by 20 minutes. We were served with a a shoyu picked eggplant, vegetable variety dish. I thought it was tasty, as shoyu and picked is always good. But it was a slight heavy on the shoyu. The fourth course was the one that I enjoyed the most. It was a braised pork stew served with rice porridge. The dish was smoky and the taste was prominent throughout the entire dish and bite. A really good dish. The fifth course was a clear broth soup with beef (I think) and rice. This course irritated me the most. Only because the execution of the dish was off. We had to ask for spoons, rather than the staff set spoons down before serving the dish. They realized the mistake, but still this small execution bothered me. The dish wasn't bad, as the flavors were nice due to the additional sauce you can pour it. It was a shoyu pickled base sauce which really brought out the flavors of the beef and the broth. Dessert was coconut ice cream. Sweet and with a good flavor of coconut, it ended the course well. I think if they continue to improve on the execution of the service this restaurant will do well. It is still young, so if people could help support it as the lone Guamanian restaurant in the city they will improve in both food and service. read more

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It's so hard to find this place (please put something more than the small printout with your restaurant's name up front!), but so worth it once you do! The food's pretty good - 3.5 stars overall, all very interesting. But the service just blew me away. Our server was really friendly, seemed to be there whenever we needed him, & didn't charge us for two of our four beers (we tipped generously in response). They're very accommodating: any one person can get the 5-Course Tasting Menu (none of that everyone-at-the-table-must-order nonsense), which has TWO additional FREE courses. Our last course, the free one, normally comes with one scoop of ice cream but they gave us three (one for each of us!) so we could share it. Every dish that came out came with some unique backstory or ingredient & the chef who brought them out was very knowledgeable (though a different, much less articulate chef brought out one course & we could barely hear what he was saying. He seemed nervous & stumbled through his words quite a bit). Small complaint: it was a chilly SF summer night & despite sitting in the very back, I was really cold. I asked our server if he could close the door & he promised that he would in a couple minutes (they don't have a vent & need to air the kitchen out through the front door), but never ended up doing it. MUST-HAVES: Tinaktak (a la carte), the tasting menu (wish for the Chalakilis & Coconut Ice Cream). A LA CARTE: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ * Pickles (seasonal vegetables. $5) - 3.5 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#5QMErbIJIYD06avwvhZeBA My friend ordered this. I'm not a huge fan of pickles & didn't love this. This was the only dish that went unfinished at our table. * Tinaktak (coconut braised beef, hand made pasta. $16) - 4.5 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#mEUfPFG7OF4tLjpdOukdDQ Fantastic. The pasta is very fresh & soft, the meat mixed into a thick creamy (but not too heavy!) sauce. * Red Rice (achiote, brocollini, pork belly, tininu katne, fina'denne'. $18) - 3 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#YiG5x-QSJdoV-43fAv3zsQ The rice has a slightly sticky texture & with its seasoning is good enough to on its own. However, we were disappointed with the meat: it was hard & dry. The "pork belly" was a few small, thin pieces of bacon that had zero texture & very little flavor. 5-COURSE TASTING (with free 1st & last courses) * Oyster - 4.5 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#lW6mhPGjFVdSGCr8M0LsfA I forgot what topped this oyster (which was very fresh), but it was very exotic, unique, & delicious. * Asparagus, salmon, fried nori - 4 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#hDswws_Pt7IwN84TobTjhQ Salmon never really impresses me but it actually did here! Very, very soft tender meat, both the rare part & the seared edges. The crunchy nori was absolutely fantastic. * Shrimp, white corn patty - 3.5 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#kGD65eQR57LZasbXZHzcdw cross-section: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#sut3l9j-ASIEfb7a9v9bYw Nice but not an overly impressive dish. The patty is soft & the crunch from the white corn & the shrimp inside is nice. * Escabeche - 4 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#55V43ZLjIjUa6i177TUq5Q A very interesting dish, & one with a story (Spanish-influenced & found in its own version everywhere the Spanish have conquered). Pickled items just aren't my thing, but the fried fish was really great, intense with flavor, & actually paired well with the pickled veggies! * Chalakilis - 4.5 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#iAR7Ri_6k0OeD-F0Pe21_g We were amazed that this was only the 4th course! We were already getting stuffed. This had a nice thick grainy texture, though was a little lacking in flavor. * Fish in coconut milk soup - 4 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#F2uP5wqRgVOQE3tkP4yhiQ Loved the vermicelli noodle pieces, & the charred veggies were amazing. The soup was a bit watery to me, & the single piece of fish seemed out of place though its charred skin was nice. Watch out for bones! * Coconut ice cream - 5 stars pic: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/prubechu-san-francisco?select=nE3dhWC14EmjZ6sb6DjgLQ#o5KboxIAyMQlhh6AfIgfoQ Loved this! The most authentic coconut ice cream I've had, with tons of real coconut chunks. The cassava cake on the bottom was soft, thick, & chewy, & it paired incredibly well with the ice cream. read more

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Such amazing flavors!! Every single thing was so flavorful and tasty. I've never had Guamanian food before. I have been here a few times and always get their tasting menu. Each dish is not very big (duh, it's a tasting menu), but it's the perfect amount to leave me satisfied and full. Super interesting (but limited) wine selection as well. The service and ambiance are great too. Never once did I have to ask for water, we got great explanations of the dishes, and it's a fun lively vibe inside. THEY'RE CLOSING THOUGH :( Stupid SF raised the rent on them. My BF & I have joined their email list to see where they end up next, if they do pop ups, etc. Fingers crossed they come back soon! read more

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The service was very accommodating: we arrived early for our reservation and they were nice about sitting us earlier; however, it's difficult to recommend Prubechu. The prices are the most inflated I have seen on any menu, even in San Francisco, and if they're going for fine dining, then a plastic tablecloth and outdoor restrooms are a misstep. As a chamorro, I was super excited and hate to be giving a bad review...but advertising themselves as a fiesta family style place is egregious. The amount of red rice received for almost $9 is less than the amount of red rice an individual person would eat at a fiesta. You receive a single apigigi-sized tamale for over $18, and there are so many better tamales gisu throughout the bay area. The chicken kelaguen was dry (which is an issue I've never even encountered before). The food is fine, and if you don't have access to any other chamorro food maybe it's worth it? But honestly, if you're chamorro, just make it yourself or visit your biha for a meal. You will leave hungry, unsatisfied, and really disappointed. And I am honestly convinced their coconut titiyas were coconut-less generic tortillas. It's like this place was designed to test the cultural tradition of never taking the last piece because everyone is still hungry. I am sad to say that Prubechu really feels more like chamorro restaurant for non-chamorros, and completely outside the realm of what most chamorro families can spend when going out (especially when you're literally still hungry afterwards). read more

As a PH RN I am very impressed by management and the steps they have taken to be and stay Covid safe! Constantly changing gloves, hand sanitizer on tables and mask etiquette!! Excellent! Ok the FOOD: oh my God!! Ribs, rice! Chicken! Did I say Empeñadas? Strawberry dessert!!! Are you kidding! Do you like Sangria? Frescecita Sangria. Todo Chido!! Welcome to the neighborhood queridos!!! read more

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They had some creative dishes on the menu. Seating was outside but under a shade nicely. The food, although expensive was delicious. read more

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Fantastic Food! Lots of variety and delicious choices. Good size portions. All delicious. Very knowledgable friendly people. Great out door island like ambience -heated and covered. Parking may be difficult... read more

We tried this restaurant for the first time because we were visiting friends nearby but we so thrilled to about its unique, delicious, fresh food and such warm welcoming vibes and service. Having never been to a Guam restaurant before, we weren't sure what to expect - and it's unlike anything we've ever had before. Our favorites include the chilled eggplant (smoky, creamy perfection), the creamed spinach (uniquely seasoned, flavorful), the shrimp and grits (the grits is actually this very umami smooth porridge/soupy consistency that had the most delicious peas in it), the potato soup (heavenly!), the beef noodles (lots of fresh veggies and puts beef stroganoff to shame), and the banana donuts (more like a soft squishy fried banana ball, minimal dough). Our very picky toddlers also tried everything including the pickled bitter melon and pickled egg (the latter they loved) and they loved the beef empanada . They also loved being able to give their "thumbs up" to the friendly chefs in the open kitchen. The only "problem" with this restaurant is that there were too many interesting things we wanted to try that we over ordered a bit but we got to bring home leftovers that we enjoyed for dinner right after. We definitely want to go back and/or visit Guam! Tips for visiting in the future-the inside has limited seating so if you have younger kids and want to sit at a low table, make sure you make reservations. but their outside patio is also quite lovely and shaded. read more

Food was delicious. The outdoor space has a great vibe and the heating lamps worked super well. Loved seeing all the plants. Service was a bit slow for some of the dishes we ordered. All the food was great, but in particular, would highly recommend the red rice, the Ko Ko fried chicken, and the sweet roll. read more

my homegirl grew up in Guam & is also gluten intolerant so it only made sense to celebrate her birthday here. there was a lot to choose from, but as first timers and because we had a birthday to celebrate we thought it made sense to try the fiesta table. and boy, did we have a lil fiesta. i can't remember alot of the names cause it was chef's choice so i'll try to describe the ones i loved the most. first off, they started real strong with the pickle bag and bread. it doesn't sound impressive, but if you've never had a pickled strawberry, i highly recommend it. we also had a type of corn chowder with yummy crunchy toppings, a salmon bake, and some sliced steak dish. it was all super yummy. will definitely be back! read more

We had the Fiesta Table prix fixe menu last night and everything was outstanding. Flavors and textures of the food were incredible, the wine/sake-based cocktails were incredible (and I was skeptical at first, I'm not usually big on them, but WOW!!!!) and the dessert had this amazing caramelized coconut that had a texture and flavor that were phenomenal. The outdoor seating was so nice! And the outdoor bathrooms were truly some of the nicest outdoor bathrooms I have ever used. 11/10, will visit again so we can try everything on the regular menu we couldn't try with the Fiesta Table since they make up the prix fixe menu for you based on your preferences and restrictions. read more

This place is phenomenal! Wait staff is amazing! Food was stellar. The noodle, beef empanadas and wedge salad were top on our list! Only down side, told us to order family style, and 2 dishes per person. That would have been too much for our group of 4. Highly recommend. Make sure to make a reservation. read more

Unpretentious, welcoming, and delightfully tasty. Prubechu had me dreaming of taking a vacation to a beach where the water is clear and blue. Prubechu is living proof that trying new things definitely pays off. To start off, the service was great. Everyone was friendly and everyone seemed to genuinely be proud of the food that was being served. You can tell these people really care. We did the tasting menu, so I'll just highlight a couple of the things we liked the most! For sure, my ultimate favorite was the corn soup. It was creamy, lots of sweet corn, spam, and crunchy onion bits. It also came at the perfect temperature--I like my soup barely cool enough to not scald my mouth. The last course: wild boar porridge with the fried egg was also amazing. We also liked the coconut candy ice cream that everyone seems to talk about. It had sooo many textures (in a good way). read more

Alright, so we essentially stumbled across this place, operating out of a parking lot in mission, but boy am I glad we did. Starting with the food: -The traditional finadene (I think it's called) that they served as sort of an all-purpose side sauce with every dish we had was mouth-wateringly delicious; it's some perfectly simple combo of soy sauce and vinegar, scallions + heat in the form of a pepper or something else. It makes what could feel like such a heavy meal feel much lighter/bright. -Sooo I have a particular lust for the food buzz you get from tongue-tingling Sichuan peppercorn flavor - the Ko'Ko' wings they make are an especially wonderful homage to the Filipino/Korean elements of Chamorro food. I'm not sure if Prubechu is making those wings with Sichuan peppercorn, or another spice, but they were just so perfectly crispy, seasoned to perfection giving them a delightfully "tingly/prickly" punch; I can't say if I've had better wings in SF. My only regret is that we didn't ask for a second order of them. -BBQ short ribs were really good, and the brisket was excellent - don't be fooled by its presentation, which is a bit unappetizing (looks flat & gray) but was fabulous (minus one slab that was basically pure fat - boo). -Pickle bag was good! But the egg was sort of a curious/unnecessary addition/pairing of traditional Chamorro food which no one cared for, if I'm being totally honest. -Lechen Birenghenas (bbq eggplant) was also really good, however beware: very smokey (I enjoyed that, others in our party not so much). -Golai Hagon Suni (creamed spinach) was also really delicious, again we only wish there had been more of it. Generally speaking, portions were a bit of an issue, for once we genuinely should have ordered more food. -Iconic red rice was delish, don't skip it. -They know how to make a drink spicy (god bless). Finally, the servers were so friendly and pleasant. Heed this warning; the service is attentive but slow. If you're surprised or frustrated by that sort of thing as we all crawl out of this pandemic, and live in a city where every restaurant is understaffed in the back AND front of house, just cook at home or order out. But if you're up for the wait, you will find the ambiance incredibly pleasant; heaters abound, tables aren't too close together, lighting is soothing, and music is faint. Really looking forward to a return visit to explore the rest of the menu and order that second round of wings! read more

Wanted to like this more than I did. After vacillating about doing the tasting menu or a la carte, we were persuaded into the former since it was our first foray into Guamanian. (Note: they count the bread as one of the 6 courses, which is a little irksome. Just call it a 5- course menu!) The courses were as follows: -Bread and butter: good but basic -Fried shrimp: served with aioli and escabeche-esque vegetables. The flavors were good, but I was disappointed at how soggy the shrimp batter was. No crunch. -Chicken sausage: cooked in a banana leaf and served with a cream sauce and fried onions. Again, this was good, but not anything memorable. -Rice porridge: with coconut milk, mushrooms, spam, and a whole egg fried Scotch-egg style. This was the standout dish. Really great flavor, and that egg was deliciously crispy and yolky. I didn't love the mushrooms as I don't think they melded well with the rest of it, but I still ate my bowl clean. -Poached cod: with broccolini and potato. Fine but not very memorable. -Coconut candy ice cream: wayyy too sweet for my liking, but has a slightly burnt taste at the end. I thought it was interesting but just not my thing. In addition, we got the red rice with smoked meats. I felt that all the meat (pork shoulder and belly) was pretty tough. The rice was good though! And I would say overall the service was great. It's clear the owner cares about the food and his customers. I would almost bump to 4, but spending $90 each for a so-so meal makes me hesitant to really recommend this one. read more

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Pricey but delicious and great service. Our waitress recommended the lamb special and it was the softest, meltiest lamb ever. Also the koko wings? Soooo crispy yet juicy with the perfect lemon garlic spice. Would def eat again! read more

Really great food and ambiance, the empanadas were just fantastic. Everyone was was so polite and provided great service. Only great things to say about this place. read more

Similar to historic San Francisco, this charming place in the Mission districts holds much history to the little island of Guam. Inside you will find many cultural decor, books and artifacts paying homage to the island. My husband and I share many fond memories here and are very sad to see that they will no longer be around. We came here last Friday to have a final date night to ourselves and enjoy some great food, chill music and wonderful hospitality. Every visit here we had tried something different. A few of my all time favorites include: 1. Chamorro Empanada: Crispy on the outside, ooey gooey in the inside. Gotta have it with the Dinanche Aoli 2. Shrimp Kelaguen with Tatiyas: Cause I cant find any other Chamorro restaurant that makes seafood kelaguen (this dish is usually made with chicken) 3. Shrimp Pancake: It was our first time having it this weekend and its very similar to Chamorro shrimp patties. Fluffy, tons of shrimp/peas/corn baked inside drizzed with the dinanche aoli on top and arugula. great to share between 2-3 people. 4. Lastly, their Roasted Pig: In the past we've attended one of their roasted pig events and it was amazing! Hands down was the best lechon i've ever had in my entire existence. If only lechon was a regular menu item i would request for it every single time. Thank you to the wonderful staff of Prubechu for serving us. We wish you the very best on your next journey. read more

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Red rice: Sticky and hardened by red pepper, a little sweet Empanada: Crispy yummy Coco wings: Crispy and tender dry on the lips at first but then wet, juicy, zesty Chicken sauce: Wasabi ranch flames Titillas: sweet and flat doughy, nice Bite Tacos: Bright, savory creamy Salsa: hits when it hits Short ribs special: Peppery smoky juicy Sweet and sour pork belly: Crunchy and wet with w kick,, spunky Tinaktak: Creamy savory zesty cocunuty, Thick doey bountiful noodles read more

Never had Guamanian food before so wasn't sure what to expect, but everything we ordered was tasty! Empanada - Filled with veggies in what tastes me me like a veggie samosa. Crust was good and crispy. Aioli was delicious. BBQ Pork Ribs - came with 2 small ribs. Good smoky flavor, but it wasn't fall off the bones and not super easy to eat. Gollai Hagon Suni - It was pretty much squash and spinach in a coconut curry sauce. It had good flavor, but it's definitely not enough as an entree. There's no carbs or anything filling in this dish. Kelaguen Manok (chicken ceviche) - this was probably my favorite. Chicken is bbq'd dry and was flavorful with lemon zest, which offered a more refreshing taste. I liked making my own little wraps with the coconut flatbread and spicy aioli. I kinda wish there were some veggies in here as that would have balanced out my wrap better. Tinaktak - Imagine beef stroganoff...but sour. That's what it tasted like to me. It was interesting...I wasn't sure if I liked it or indifferent, but definitely didn't dislike it! We also got sticky rice wrapped in a banana leaf with kiwi and some sort of cream sauce. It was good because it wasn't too sweet. Overall, it was a really good meal. Got to try something I haven't tried before and enjoy good company. Service was also great. read more

When I go out to eat I prefer strip clubs with buffets. Every once In awhile when I feel naughty I will treat myself to Prubechu. The staff are great at pole dancing and the house DJ has the best cha-cha mixes. From the information I gathered I found out that the food was inspired by the Guamanese Culture. Look at first I'll be honest I was like WTF is that! Guamanese? You know the saying you only live if you start living your life that your living! Overall, if you're trying to find a new place to eat and tired of the same old strip club buffets check out Prubechu! Ask for the ShawnShawn Duo lap dance special! read more

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Everything I've had here is so delicious. Don't miss out on the wings in particular! They are the best wings in the city! We can here today just for wings and ended up getting an order each! Last time I was here with a group of 8 I think we ended up ordering 5 orders! read more

Prubechu - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Truly incredible food that you can really only find here at Prubechu. I have literally never been elsewhere w/ this cuisine. Their customer service is incredible. I had a birthday here and we had an ice cream cake - super niche request and they were great and hospitable. Great vibe especially during the day! BRUNCH IS AMAZING read more

Very very good food. This place has excellent food, is a really good option for vegetarians. The service is slow, rude and very discouraging. We finally complained to the manager who comped some items but it still does not make up for rude, hostile service. read more

Delicious food and excellent service in a nice, bright space with a great vibe. We had: - Smoked meat (3/5) - Interesting combination with the pungent dipping sauce. - Eggplant (3.5/5) - Cold eggplant with a unique sauce. - Chicken kelaguen (4/5) - Basically a cold chicken taco, which might not sound appetizing, but the chicken has a nice flavor and the "tortilla" has an excellent texture. - Ribs (4/5) - Big juicy ribs with a good sauce; really good deal for $16 at a restaurant like this. - Tinaktak (5/5) - The best dish of the night. The server described it as similar to stroganoff, and she was right, except this was way better. The noodles had a great bite to them and were nicely coated by the creamy coconut sauce. And the meat was really well seasoned, making for a really satisfying bowl. - Coconut tamale dessert (4/5) - Wrapped in a banana leaf and somewhat similar to Chinese zongzi. We were very full at the end, and the bill was less than we had expected, at ~$100 pre-tip, even with two drinks. We will absolutely be back to try more of the menu. One warning, though, is that our Uber brought us to the restaurant's old location several blocks away, so the address in that app hasn't yet been updated, at least as of December 2019. read more

We accidentally came upon Prubechu -- the old game of find a parking place in the Mission and THEN look for a place to eat. And we feel so fortunate that we found this marvelous place. Great setting (especially on a warm afternoon), superb and delightful service, and some truly unexpected food delights. We will be back again soon. Highly recommended! read more

If a restaurant charges $$$ for food, then it should provide that level of food and customer service. Food. We had the eggplant app, chicken wings, BBQ brisket, and red rice. Eggplant was okay - nice smoky flavor and nice presentation, but missed the mark on seasoning and sauce. The chicken wings were way too salty / vinegary. The BBQ brisket tasted like deli meat - flavor not noticeable, very gummy, and texture resembled deli meat. Red rice was way overcooked - sticky and too soft. We wanted to order more, but got frustrated with customer service - see below. Customer service at the level of a diner. Had to wave waiters for their attention. Our waiter said he'd come back a few times, but did not. Appear to be sensitive to gluten free (menu has GF items), but don't understand what that is. We reiterated a few times that we want all GF food. Two waiters asked if we can have soy products - restaurants that genuinely do GF know that soy sauce has gluten. We twice said no soy. But, they brought soy sauce-based sauce for the BBQ brisket. When we got their attention, they grabbed it and brought out a different sauce. No apology; and based on ignorance about soy, no recognition that some people who can't have gluten could get sick from having it. I would give it 3 stars if this was a $20 meal for two, but it was a $120 meal for two. Never again. read more

We had a really nice meal at Prubechu. It's not necessarily a place I'd return to over and over again, but I appreciate the opportunity to sample Guamanian food, and the service and atmosphere were awesome, to boot. Instead of doing the fiesta table ($55 tasting menu), which I had read mixed reviews about, we opted for a few a la carte dishes that caught our eye and/or were strongly recommended by our server. The stand-outs: - bbq'd eggplant (so flavorful! Was surprised by how much I enjoyed this cold dish. - red rice - caramelized potato soup - tinaktak (creamy beef braised noodles - we went with a half portion, but go with full if you're hungry or have more than 2 people) Wasn't crazy about the kelaguan (octopus ceviche) and the pork ribs were a bit on the dry/bland side, but everything else was fantastic. Tinaktak is a must-order item! Overall, 4/5 on the food front, but 5/5 for the welcoming vibes and fun atmosphere. read more

Had a lovely dinner on the patio. The staff are super friendly and the covid rules are carefully followed. The food was incredible! If you are a coconut lover you must come here! Dessert was also amazing! read more

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Everything was delicious here, very flavorful. I'd go again. Enjoyed the outdoor seating and friendly service.

I think this place has a lot of potential but unfortunately, they're not quite there yet. We got the tasting menu for 55 each and for the most part the dishes were ok. I understand they are going for an affordable tasting menu but I was a little hungry after I left and still spent 80/pp with dessert. I would recommend going a la carte. Additionally, it was a little hard to follow exactly what we were having but the pork plate was good. One more thing: when we went, they did not have a liquor license yet not were they serving coffee. Big minus for both of those things. Ultimately, I would wait six months before checking this place out. That should give them enough time to settle in. read more

Great food and fun outdoor atmosphere. Unique variety of dishes and the staff is very friendly. We had help choosing what to order and tried some things we might have missed otherwise. Definitely a spot worth trying! read more

This place is WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! My husband is Chamorro and came from the island. Definitely nothing close to this. Everything is so over priced. Like too much lmao. It's so much easier making it by yourself. Kelaguen? We only spend less than $20 for ingredients with a BIG BOWL. Don't come here. It isn't worth your money. If you go to Washington state, you can find cheaper Chamorro food spots lol. read more

A friend and I ate here together. Nice space and good meal. We had the following: Steak ceviche - good Caramelized potato soup - quite good Bone-in short rib - very good! HUGE BBQ eggplant - why is it cold? Like fridge cold. Did not resonate with either of us. Motsiyas Chicken sausage herbs long beans - good. Flatbread - good. read more

Honestly really enjoyed the food (got the tasting menu) but there was much to be desired in terms of portion sizes. It felt like I was paying for michelin star restaurant prices but without a course large enough to feel satisfied at the end. The food itself was tasty, delicious, mouth-watering -- but didn't feel like it was worth my money at the end of the day. I had to go home and make myself something to help satiate. I understand a tasting menu is supposed to be... well.. small portions, but still felt like we overpaid. read more

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Excellent food, we enjoyed every bite. Outside patio was really nice, music was good. Good vibes. Almost gave it 4 stars, because service was a tad slow and it took them 45 min to get me my second drink but overall I just couldn't discount how unique and good their food was. I'll be back! read more

Soooo Goooood! I am Guamanian and everything we ordered was delicious! They have all the traditional dishes and some with new twists. It is Island Style so please keep in mind, good food takes time. Don't come here if you are in a rush. We ordered: -To start, Empanada (Get 1 per guest. You're not gonna want to share) -Red Rice (platter) comes with meat and veggies -BBQ Pork Ribs -Kelaguen Manok (chicken ceviche) eat it with the tortillas -Tinaktak (twist) they serve it with noodles instead of rice...aaaand I'm gonna make it like that at home now! -Coconut Candy Ice Cream for dessert There was 3 of us and we had plenty to eat with a good amount of food to take home...and yesss you are going to want to take some home. Definitely coming back! I am going to order the Chef's Tasting Menu next time. Keep it island! read more

Prubechu - "The Perfect Bite" Kelaguen Manok on Tortilla (chicken ceviche) - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Had a great experience here I had the tininun katne, which is something like marinated pork belly bites. Really great snack. The octopus ceviche was awesome. Had the shrimp pancake which is fantastic as well. Very fresh and delicious, almost like a hot dessert with how sweet the balsamic is. On both I put a lot of their hot sauce, called dinanche sauce. It's sweet and potent. It was so great o had to get a refill haha. Nicole was working the bar. She was super attentive and friendly. Give her a raise! I only had beer to drink but they have a few well selected beers. read more

What a hidden gem. GEM, I tell you. We came for our 9th anniversary on a Wednesday night -- just half a block from the 24th street BART, but inside an oasis of calm clean lines and a quietly efficient open kitchen. The menu had a lot of fascinating items -- chicken ceviche? Coconut flatbread?! But we opted for the 6 course tasting menu, which had nothing from the alacarte menu and changes, apparently, very often. It started with mini rolls -- a sort of cross between Parker house rolls and Hawaiian sweet rolls, served with tuba butter. (Tuba, we are told, is coconut sap, which is made into wine). The rolls arrive tiny and hot, with big flakes of salt and black sesame on top. They are soft, moist and pillowy, but substantive. Next came an heirloom tomato salad, with bitter melon, anchovy salsa, and house made shrimp chips! The shrimp chips weren't as puffy as the kind you buy at the store, the ones that stick to your tongue when you put them in your mouth... you know what I'm talking about. But they did taste exactly like shrimp chips, and I was super impressed that they even thought of making them -- it's like trying to make your own pringles or something, seemingly impossible to achieve with human hands. The bitter melon is an acquired taste, one that I am only now starting to develop after a lifetime of being Chinese (American) but there are just a few pieces so it's a low key way to taste it without being overwhelmed. (It's hella good for you so it's worth trying to like it.) The next dish brought another housemade version of junk food: spam! This was my favorite dish of the night -- a corn soup, enriched with coconut milk, redolent of corn but accented by squares of pork shoulder that were dubbed spam. Much better than the canned variety, this version was smoky and salty, a perfect counterpoint to the sweet corn and crisp onions. But wait! I think this next dish was my fave. A bowl of rice porridge that was thick and creamy, the grains of rice blended to be indistinguishable yet retaining a slight bite of texture, tinted orange from achote, and unexpectedly exploding with umami. Topped with maitake mushrooms, a crispy fried soft boiled egg (runny yolk!), and that topped with black truffle tapioca (a $10 add on that made this dish unforgettable) this was somehow comfort food that you've never had before but wish you could eat every Sunday. I really was stuffed at this point but the waiter-who-is-also-an-owner brought out a dish of fried cod on a bed of baby bok choy with microgreens. He poured on an amazing broth made from the bones of the cod which was rich and layered with so much complexity. My husband deemed it his favorite of the night. The fish was a tad overfried but still was thoroughly enjoyable. At this point I had to take it to go, because I was unable to go on. It made a lovely snack the next day. Of course I still had dessert stomach ... which our waiter-owner brought out with a candle to commemorate our anniversary. Very sweet. It was apigigi- cassava and coconut wrapped in banana leaves like a tamale, topped with strawberries. It sounds humble but it's one of those things you just don't want to stop eating until suddenly it's gone. The service was friendly, well paced, and attentive without hovering. We were one of just a couple of tables, which makes no sense: great food, flavor profiles that you can't get anywhere else, open kitchen, vegetable forward -- everything that's in demand right now. So I kind of want this place to blow up, because the one Gaumanian (Chamorro) restaurant in the city really should get the chance to thrive, but I don't want it to get so trendy it becomes impossible to get a reservation. Right now it's calm enough to bring your parents out have a good long chat with a long lost friend, and unusual enough to feel like an adventure. We will be back to try the regular menu or to beg for more porridge. read more

Prubechu - Corn chowder with house made spam. - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came in for a 2nd time last night for a friend's last minute bday celebration and was not disappointed. All staff members were extremely attentive and helpful. We ordered a couple of their sake Bloody Mary's and the sake smash. The Bloody Mary's were less spicy and had less tomato juice than the first time we visited but still pretty good. Loved the sake smash. We ate family style, sharing the chicken kelaguen & coconut titiyas (2 per order but our server was kind enough to up-charge us for a 3rd piece), the carmalized potato soup, tinaktak, koko wings, BBQ pork ribs, and some red rice (which we're super thankful our server recommended because it made our meal that much better). All of the food was AMAZING. 10/10 would recommend again. read more