Buen prubechu! I've never been to Guam. As we approached Prebechu, I'm wondering, hmm, fish? breadfruit? taro? pork? tropical fruit? Forget any preconceptions... Prubechu is an unexpected treat for the uninitiated! The prix fixe tasting menu is an all-savory tour of the Island's food. Our next table guest Norma was Guamanian and she said she cooks most of the dishes at home. Legit! The prix fixe has been really well reviewed so no taste-by-taste here. Ingredient quality - super high. Preparation - everything to-order and perfectly presented. Flavor profile is a patois a bit like the Chamorro language - part Pacific, part Spanish. Coconut in a variety of presentations and toastednesses complements pork, chicken, beef, corn, rice, noodles, mung beans, snap peas, carrots... a long list. A different take on soy - YUM. The shrimp cake was deconstructed from fried to souffle... I would really like to get a chance to try both approaches side-by-side. I would really also like to be able to take home a pint of Prebechu's coconut vanilla ice cream. About as close to heaven as you can get this side of the bright light. Don't forget to ask for the hot pepper sauce (if you can handle it!). From a Guamanian pepper, it is one of the purest hot complements I've ever tasted. I would like to have it in my kitchen! Definitely will go back. Looking forward to trying Guam classic tinaktak. Warm, friendly, satisfying. Prebechu deserves a place on your "surprise-me" list. read more

A hidden gem (who knows for how long, though) in the Mission! I've not previously had the pleasure of dining upon cuisine from Guam, but if this restaurant is any indication, the country must be an island of earthly delights. Sean and the staff have taken a rather plain/dingy place and transformed it into a space that is cozy and friendly. The hospitality and the food are top notch -- we had the chef's tasting menu (a bargain for the price) and really enjoyed the spam and eggs, oxtail with with soy broth and calamari with melon and cucumber. There were other small courses as well -- they were all delicious. Looking forward to coming back to try the à la carte stuff! read more

If you're craving local island comfort food, this is the place to go! Recently tried Prubechu during my short stay in the Bay Area and the food did not disappoint! Delicious Chamorro cuisine! read more

hey All You Guamanians in the Bay Area Hiding Among the Many Filipinos Out There, it's time to rise as food from your culture has made it's way out of the comforts of your homes and into the mouths of anybody willing to give it a try! hooray, right? right! walking into the space that is Prubechu, you wouldn't think the quality or creativity in the dishes could be anything more than simple home cooking. the three counter top burners, ice cream freezer and portable deep fryers don't seem like they are capable of putting out five course meals for tables full of people but somehow they do. and it's not just sloppily thrown at you in a rushed fury or hurriedness. the dishes are thoughtfully prepared and executed. the service was relaxed, informative and enthusiastic. whether it was the cook or the host/server/probably part owner, there was a passion when speaking about the next course we were to indulge in. the food's base is Chamorro or in recognizable words, Guamanian comfort food. but then they take it to another level by using quality seasonal ingredients chosen on a daily basis at the farmers market and amp it up even more by making it pretty. the five course dinner is accompanied by an amuse (ours was a fancy pants oyster) and a dessert (ours was a coconut with rock salt ice cream with a tapioca/coconut concoction that was incredible) and costs a very reasonable $45. while the rest of the menu sounds great and I'll definitely be back to try it, I recommend the tasting menu upon your first experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal at prubechu! read more

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Price: average Food: delicious, great for culturally curious foodies Presentation: beautiful Great for a laid back, BYOB date night or fun dinner with friends. What a wonderful experience all around! The decor is very reminiscent of authentic island laid-back style, totally unassuming in a way that makes you feel like you've found the local hot spot on the island. The service was great, with beautiful presentation and description of each item being placed, understanding that most visitors know nothing of Guam or its cuisine. Its also currently BYOB which is almost impossible to find with this quality of food. Onto the food... I came with 4 large hungry men and they all ordered the set menu for $40. It looked like too much food for me so I ordered the kelaguen. Each dish was unreal, and the men had trouble finishing all their food because it honestly is a lot of food for $40. I'm used to NYC set menus that tend to leave you hungry and curious as to whether you're just fatter and hungrier than the normal crowd. Not the case here. My kelaguen was delicious, a fairly healthy choice of minced chicken flavored with coconut and island spices, supposedly a very traditional Guamanian dish. I appreciate their great efforts in making a cuisine that most people are completely unfamiliar with and from a fairly laid back island culture into a series of beautifully and professionally presented small plates. Its no small feat to turn home-style island cooking into an elegant affair. I'd definitely recommend this place, particularly to people who are curious about other cultures and enjoy learning about different cultures via food. I'll definitely be coming back and bringing the whole family. I wish the owners much success! They've clearly worked very hard to bring their dreams to fruition in this cozy spot and I hope they're here to stay! read more

I'd highly recommend Prubechu for their food, uniqueness, and the friendly, good vibes. If you haven't tried Chamoru food before, I'd describe the taste profile as similar to the sweetness of Thai, the variety of flavors of Indian, with some twists that could be tart or savory, perhaps with the delightful surprises of coconut or fish. Meat eaters AND vegetarians will not be disappointed. Prubechu is a dear place to me. Having grown up on Guam, my favorite cuisine is better than I remember at Prubechu. It feels like I get to have the grown up version with beautiful ingredients and a twist on the Chamoru classics. Also check out their special pig roast events! read more

The folks who run this place always deserved a better spot than the original location so I'm glad they nabbed the Commonwealth location. The food is a hearty combination of Asian and Spanish influences. I recommend the prix fixe so you can get taste of a bunch of things. They also often have really interesting beer choices. The service is prompt and friendly. All around, a great experience. read more

Found this place randomly while walking around Mission one Sunday and I'm so glad I did. The food was superb! So unique and flavorful, I wanted to try everything on the menu! The staff was friendly and accommodating, finding us a place to sit even though we didn't have a reservation. Such a lovely experience - I'll definitely be back soon! read more

A carefully prepared mix of flavors - some familiar and others inspiring - this restaurant delivered. I wasn't sure what food from Guam would be like but Potato Coconut soup set the tone for a series of delightful dishes. Warning - the proportions are generous! My personal favorite was the Crispy Pork. Big moist chunks of flavorful pork on a bed of something pickled with a great sauce. The atmosphere is upbeat, the staff is friendly and it all comes together nicely. Check it out. read more

If you're looking for styrofoam fiesta plates, you came to the wrong place. Prubechu serves GOURMET Chamorro delicacies with flavors that are perfect, and it has an ambience of pride and the Hafa Adai spirit! The tasting menu and a la carte menu are both phenomenal. Tasting menu - they like to switch it up, but each course is always better than the last. A la carte - the empanadas, chicken kelaguen, and red rice dish were all on point. Everything was served in a timely manner, and the owners and staff are super welcoming, chill, and Guam natives. Ask them anything :) read more

One star is not even worth for this restaurant. Well, maybe one star for decent service. We had shrimp ceviche, potato soup and Spring vegetables. Potato soup ($9) was quite blend. Shrimp ceviche ($18) was just okay. It had pita type of breads on the bottom, which was not fresh at all. It tasted like the breads were sitting in the freezer for long time. Spring veges($17) comes with seasonal veges and coconut sauce. It was a best dish that we had in the restaurant but It's hard to mess up with coconut sauce. It was nothing special for the price. I wouldn't come here again :( read more

Yet another Mission neighborhood hidden gem. A friend brought me here recently and I had no idea what to expect walking in. The ambiance is calm, intimate and welcoming. All of the employees greet you with a smile and you can tell they are truly happy to have you as their guest. The menu is very small, offering a tasting menu for $55 or simply ordering a few dishes. It is a little bit on the pricey side especially because the portions are small. But completely worth it because it is so delicious! I have never had food from Guam before, but each dish we had exploded with flavor. The combinations of ingredients in each plate are incredibly refined, I was thoroughly impressed. We started off by sharing the empanada and then split two dishes. One of the dishes was all vegetables (I cannot recall the name) and the other by our servers suggestion was the Tinaktak beef with house made cappellini noodles, coconut milk and vegetables. Almost all of their dishes had a coconut infusion but they blended a lot of citrus flavors into it as well. I've just never had food like this before and was so amazing how much I loved it! Every single plate we had was so yummy! The other thing I really loved about the experience was that with each dish that came out, someone from the kitchen came and described the dish in detail and how it was prepared. There's nothing I love more than dining at a place that is passionate about their food! I will definitely be back here many more times, I want to try the tasting menu next! read more

I have no idea what the people who gave this place less than 5 stars were thinking!! I brought several very critical international foodies to this spot last night and the food was amazing! The presentation, the flavors, and the owners were all amazing. This is a 10 for me in San Francisco! I was really hesitant on a tasting menu since I and another at the table had some food restrictions, but the way they worked around them was fantastic. you really should give this place a try, you won't regret it! I will say the 5 courses, each one is relatively small, but the food adds up and by the end you are totally satisfied. read more

It was our second time here and we were not disappointed. I celebrated my birthday here a few months ago with 25 of my closest friends. I can say that the food and service are excellent for both. My husband and I shared the tasting menu and ordered items from the a la carte menu for our two boys and us to share. We ordered the shrimp kelaguen, chicken kelaguen, soft shell crab with veggies with coconut milk, red rice plate with smoked beef and pork belly, empanada and the beef tinaktak pasta. Our 12 year old ate everything except for the shrimp. We let them know ahead of time that he had a shellfish allergy. The tasting menu was different than when we were here in June and just had to order. My husband was blown away by the deep fried 6 minute egg (with a little Panko) with aioli over a sliced tomato and okra and chili pepper and house made spam. Didn't get to try the house made spam as our 12 year old snatched it right up. Overall, the dishes have its roots from Guam but have been elevated to a whole other level. Make sure to make a reservation. The space is cozy and it may be difficult to accommodate walk-ins. We sat right in front of the prep area and were amazed at how they make the small space work. The music definitely reminded me of home. Looking forward to next time. read more

This is my current favorite restaurant, which is great since I live blocks away. I had never heard / had food from Guam before, even though I've flown through their airport a few times criss-crossing the pacific on the way to other islands. Even if I had, I'm not sure it would have held up--these folks are wizards in the kitchen! They definitely know their audience--young, more affluent, hip, and on the hunt for interesting, fun food. The range of flavors is great, their tasting menu is generous and inexpensive (compared to places of similar caliber of food), and the folks working there are passionate about what they're doing. They've got a great selection of funky sour beers, which pair wonderfully with their foods, and the waitstaff have never led me astray. I'll definitely be coming back on the reg. read more

Chamorro cuisine in the city?! It's about time! A friend of mine had informed me that a new Chamorro restaurant was opening up in the Mission and at first, I thought he was totally kidding, but it turns out that he was absolutely right! Prubechu is a hidden little gem that does an amazing job of taking on traditional flavors and ingredients and creating a fresh, fun spin-off of classic Chamorro staples. Being part Chamorro myself, I, like many others swear that my (insert name of "famed cook" in the family here) makes the best chicken kelaguen, red rice, shrimp patties, etc, etc. But I must commend Shawn and Shawn for their thoughtfulness in creating such a simple, yet very tasty and satisfying menu. I was originally going to go with a few a la carte items, but ultimately chose to do the 5-course chef's tasting menu, which changes daily. Each course that came out was beautifully plated and explained to us in detail from both Shawn's. I truly cannot decide which dish was my favorite amongst them because everything was delicious in it's own way. Maybe it was the fabulous opening oyster with the kiwi mignonette.. or the slow cooked asparagus with the quail egg on top.. or the coconut milk monkfish kadu.. I can't decide; everything was amazing! They also offer a nice little selection of beer and wine (including the hipster classic PBR), accepts credit cards via square and even takes reservations. Quick tip: I inquired about lunch service in the near future and they're currently working on getting more staff on hand to make lunch offerings a reality.. chicken kelaguen tacos, maybe?! If you've ever wanted to dabble into Chamorro food, I recommend giving Prubechu a try the next time you're galavanting around the Mission. I'm super stoked that the city FINALLY has some authentic guamanian food on the grid and I wish these guys nothing but the best success! I'll be back very very soon... like tomorrow night. read more

I took my mother to eat here because this is one of the few restaurants in California that we know of that serves island inspired food specific to the Marianas. We were the first ones in the restaurant and arrived almost when it opened. When we left a 6 man party was being sat. Who were the only customers our whole visit. Food: Pros: Taste, presentation, serving size, and the overall rarity of the menu selection. From when my party ordered, to when the food arrived was about average among restaurants. Cons: Price for food is a little high, but I believe since this is the only restaurant in the city with this specific menu than its almost understood. Customer Service: Pros: Workers are all friendly, Greeting as soon as you walk in the door, constant attention to the table, and genuine connections instead of generic responses. The man who waited my table somewhat remembered me coming in from before, and the last time I was here was over 8months ago! Cons: None that I can think of. Atmosphere: Pros: Real relaxing, soft to upbeat island music, smell of the food being cooked really made it feel like you're waiting in the comfort of your home. Island themed decorations, informational books on the island, and home style in use wear (Lemon powder can) to deliver receipt. Cons: If you're not used to an island style home, you might not understand the overall feel of the restaurant. If you choose to dine here, remember that to islanders, we try to treat everyone like family, and give you all the best welcome to our home as possible. Other notes: I suggest the Tinaktak for a good sized meal, or the red rice if you're a little more hungry. I tried all of the desserts and my favorite is the coconut candy Ice cream with Inarajan sea salt. I personally hate coconut in most of its forms but the combination of ingredients helped me find a new love for it. If you're looking to try something new to drink, inquire about the sweet tuba, it's really good. All in all great job guys! Keep up the good work. read more

This may be one of the most underrated restaurants in SF. The food is delicious and perfectly paced. I've only ever had the tasting menu, and I can only recommend it to anyone. Also, the wine menu is short, but a great selection. Last time, we had: Coconut tortilla amuse buche Corn soup with padron pepper Sort-of-scotch egg (which was perfect with guacamole and salad) Beef tendon salad (maybe the most controversial of the bunch. Yummy though. I'd eat it again) Smoked pork dish that I can't quite describe but which had an amazing purée associated with it Rock cod with eggplants and potatoes and baby kale (like really baby not what you get elsewhere) and garlic flowers. This was amazing. That's when the dessert came. Strawberry with a wonderful flower and some vanilla cream. The memory gets somewhat blurry because of the large quantities of excellent wine we had. Must go now. Digest. Yummy. read more

We went for the tasting menu and got the following: 1) Miyagi with the kiwi was really good. Didn't know they would complement each other so well. The oyster was very fresh too. 2) Egg with avocado and carmaelized soy - egg had a creamy center. It needed more of that avocado mousse. Also, after a while it started to taste like a '1000 yr old egg'. I still enjoyed it a lot. 3) Chicken keleguan - This was really good. It tasted like a very healthy chicken salad with some coconut dressing. 4) Shrimp Patty - like everyone said, texture is more souffle than an actual patty. But i liked it. The corn mixed inside made it sweet. 5) Chalakilis - very flavorful porridge, I got some big pieces of pork belly. So by this time I'm pretty full. Pork belly was really good, it was hot, crispy, and fatty. But not so much that I felt greasy afterwards. Then there was the quail egg, I don't know how they did it, but the yolk was still runny when I popped it in my mouth. 6) Kadu - there was rice, some clear noodles, sprouts, potatoes, carrots, and short ribs. Then they top it over some soup and you can mix it with the vinegar they give you. It was delicious! It reminded me of korean kalbi soup. 7) Homemade ice cream - Ice cream had a very natural coconut flavor. This was complemented with the cookie crumble and a torched meringue. Everything went very well together. Overall, food was good. I enjoyed the whole experience and each bite, but I don't think it's enough to make me dream about it. Also, I walked out of the place with a full belly but I still don't know what Guam food is. I felt like I had a fusion of Mediterranean, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean. I like all 4, so i'm overruling the technical aspects in this review. read more

Beef short rib on the bone was fall off the bone tender and fatty, with Grilled cabbage on the side. Want to try the noodle dish next time. Would be nice if they had some unpasteurized sake, like Regal hawk takacho read more

Newish when I went a month or so ago - incredible food and service, very fair prices and a friendly crowd too! Highly recommended, and will return soon! Guam rules! read more

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Recently went to dinner here with a friend and was happily surprised at how good the food was and so was the service. Never had food from Guam before but now I am a fan! Food was so good. The owner and her husband were there and the wife actually served us. Really lovely people and love to see people follow their passion. Great place. read more

When I read the recent review of this restaurant, I knew immediately I had to try it. I went with a friend and my 17 year old son. We ordered nearly everything on the menu. Without exception, everything was exceptional. The presentations were beautiful. Clearly a lot of work went into everything. The flavors were unique yet not strange. In fact, some were so extraordinary, I had to shut my eyes to all else around me so I could really enjoy them. The potato soup was simply to die for. Don't miss it. The shrimp keleguen...I could have eaten twice as many. The portions were generous yet I ate enough to share with one other person. What heightened the experience was meeting both owners, hearing their stories about Guam, and feeling the pride they have for their country. We could have talked for hours. Their love for food, creative adaptations of traditional dishes, and pure enjoyment of making sure we knew what we were eating and how everything was prepared turned what we thought would be a "quick bite to eat" into a 2 hour dining experience. Even my teenage son was interested in how things were made and came home to tell several friends and family about it. Needless to say, the service was like being in someone's home. Both Shawns were exceptionally gracious and made us feel totally special. The place is adorable, has a very warm feeling and quickly transports you away from the local street color. This place will now be on my favorites list, and when we have a large family gathering at the end of the month, we are going to have lunch here. It is simply unforgettable. read more

Hands down, THE spot to visit if you're looking for a good fun vibes with excellent food. Follow their social media or sign up for email notifications, you can't miss their pig roast event!! read more

have you ever been intimidated by a restaurant? Perhaps from seeing nothing but rave reviews and the fact that your good friend has been anticipating all year to go to this place, feelings of "woah...this place must be something"? that is what happened to this cat as he found himself stepping into this unique restaurant, and not being sure what to expect. two friends and myself decided to try their tasting menu as it had 5 courses of different unique dishes to try. this ended up being one of the most amazing dining experiences of my life. one by one, our servers brought out these unique dishes and proceeded to explain in great detail exactly what each dish was, and how it was prepared. What I loved was that it seemed that each server truly knew what went into the preparation of the food and description, and they weren't just reciting a memorized list of things. definitely could tell the servers had just as much love for the food as the chef. every item we sampled was truly unique and filled with flavors I had never tasted before. it was really a refreshing twist to the kinds of places I usually step paw into. Yes prices are a bit on the high side, but this is so worth it to try a new kind of food that is expertly crafted, and a wonderful experience with the staff. I'll always remember my trip here! *chirp!* read more

Send your taste buds on a trip to Guam with the prix fixe at Prubechu. Although every course was tasty and interesting there were definitely favorites. Since the menu is seasonal it might be a tease to call out the greatest hits but the the asparagus appetizer, the smelt escabeche, the rice porridge and the dessert course of coconut ice cream, shortbread, and sweet mochi like bite sprinkled with sea salt were "please sir, I want some more" tasty. The service was warm and what stood out was how knowledgeable the servers were about each dish including the ingredients and technique, cultural context, and the chef's intent. Ideally this should always be the case but so often it's disappointingly or frustratingly not the case. Enjoy Pebechu for the delicious food and the warm service. If you are looking for a restaurant with elegant décor and a well-curated Pandora station you might want to go elsewhere. read more

A creative gourmet twist on traditional Chamorro food. Either ala carte entrees or the tasting menu will have your taste buds dancing. Ate here with my gf and good friend who is a foodie and after tasting each dish, she wanted to hurt the chef cuz it was so dam good. LOL Come here if you want to experience unique gourmet Chamorro food! read more

We moved in up the street and were taken here by some new neighbors. We have since been back and bring people here when visiting. It is great. The food is tasty, the atmosphere relaxed and the owners/staff are passionate about the food. read more

This place is phenomenal and one of SF's best kept secrets! I hesitate to write this review because I don't want the restaurant spoiled by legions of eager diners in line before me, but the chef is so kind and funny and hard-working, and the food is so damned delicious and beautiful, that I can't bear the thought of not sharing the good news. We three each got the tasting menu, which is--as my father would say--a bargain at twice the price. $45 for at least six courses. One of us eats no poultry at all and the other is lactose intolerant. The chef didn't blink at all and served us several delicious dishes, each to the right person with thoughtful substitutions. Everything looked so good I was tempted to invent a dietary restriction of my own to try something else the next time! No need for dishonesty, though. It seems that the menu is constantly changing and there's always fresh food and preparations. Do not be put off by the unassuming front window; this place is a gem! Personal service, relaxed and casual atmosphere, five-star food and presentation, and a price point that'll make you think you're still in Kansas. What's not to love? read more

Fancy food in an unexpected setting. I'm not familiar with Guam cuisine so the experience was entirely new for me. The tasting menu offered some excellent dishes--poached egg porridge was quite tasty. Creamy and full of flavor. Most dishes had a lot of dimensionality with textures and flavors. There was one or two off the preset menu that weren't so impressive such as the clams which were just too salty and lacking anything special. Also the smoked pork was too tough, almost like eating beef jerky. My main complaint is that the portion is quite small. 5 courses later and I'm still hungry...our entire table still had a healthy appetite for more food. read more

Prubechu - 5 course tasting menu. Oh the light side. Still hungry afterwards. Oink oink - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food at this establishment is amazing! I was surprised at how authentic their dishes are. I was raised on the Island of Guam so from a very picky islander im happy to report that they hit the nail right on the head!! What is even better is that although they have stayed true to the foundations of Chamorro island cooking, Prubechu adds delightful but subtle twists to some traditional dishes making the dining experience even better!! Well done!! Also, the precautions Prubechu is taking to keep their patrons safe are great as well!! read more

Good service, fantastic food, and fun atmosphere. I feel like I walked into my Aunt's kitchen and she's making me a family dinner. I will definitely be coming back to try their other dishes. The red rice was made to perfection! I'm so glad to have found this restaurant. Hafa adai! read more

The service was impeccable. We wanted for nothing. Also, I mentioned that I was coled (because I'm wimpy and I get cold easily) and the manager told me he would close it for me, but would have to re-open in from time to time to keep the kitchen from getting too stuffy (this place is small. He remembered to open and close the door a couple of times during the course of our meal, so I was really impressed with his thoughtfulness. Also, this was my first experience with Chamorro food and it was really, really good. We had chicken keleguan and shrimp keleguan, both of which were really light a fresh. The tortilla thing underneath gave a really nice chewy contrast to the tender topping. We had the pork with red rice and that red rice was insane. So flavorful and smoky! And we also had the empanadas which were light and super crispy and so tasty I didn't care that I scalded my mouth. I would LOVE to make it back to this place the next time I'm in SF. Maybe I'll even make a special trip up there just for the food here. read more

Shawn^2, you guys are awesome! My gf and I fell in love with Roxie's Cafe last year after stumbling onto it via a Groupon deal. We had our hearts broken when we discovered that the place had closed after only being able to visit it once.... but luckily, I stumbled upon some food blog that mentioned that the place was being reincarnated as a Guamanian joint! I had a couple friends in college that were straight off of Guam, but I've never really experienced their cuisine, so I didn't really know what to expect. Shawn (one of two) told us that their cuisine has influences from Spain, US, Japan, and a slight bit of Pilipino. That odd combination of cultures sure did not disappoint when it came to the flavor palate. The $40 tasting menu was totally worth it. 5 courses, an amuse bouche, and a dessert. The sous vide egg with asparagus and homemade rice crackers were amazing -- almost Californian, with a perfectly soft-boiled egg, and a nice texture contrast with the rice crackers. Their porridge -- oh my god, it was amazing at Roxie's and it's still amazing now -- they use 3 different "grinds" of toasted rice using a coffee grinder, and use all sorts of unique ingredients to taste the most amazing porridge I've ever had. Their beef short rib with noodles and a soy coconut broth -- I literally licked the bowl clean! Don't forget about their coconut ice cream -- I actually HATE coconut, but I couldn't get enough of this ice cream. Buttery and sweet, with toasted hazelnuts... the other Shawn said that it was their play on the Bi-Rite salted caramel. I think it's better than Bi-Rite! Needless to say, I love the chill vibe of the place, the friendly staff, and most importantly, the amazing food. You should all try it! tl;dr - GO AND GET THEIR TASTING MENU Sidenote: Apparently, SF Chronicle's Michael Bauer just released a review of this place today, and he seems to think that it has a lot of potential -- http://www.sfgate.com/restaurants/diningout/article/Review-Prubechu-Flavors-of-Guam-with-a-loving-5397122.php (a food rating of 2.5 stars by Bauer is actually very very comendable) read more

Amazing! Small place with a big heart. Shawn and Shawn know what they're doing and it shows. Go Now. Go Often. read more

Guamanian food? Who knew it was so Damn delicious! Went in on a whim, trying something totally new and we were definitely impressed with the warm and friendly service (thank you for the history lesson of Guam, so great to get an education while eating tasty food!) We tried the pickles (oh so good!!!), the soup, ceviche and the red rice plate...everything was fantastic. Prices are very reasonable and the ambiance is comfortable and warm. It felt like a mini vacation. Great experience. read more

Wanted to get a decent meal after late meetings in the city. Found parking nearby and decided to give Prubechu a go. Food is Guam inspired with subtle non-regional American influences. Tried the chef's tasting menu... every bite was intriguing and delicious. I highly recommend this place if you're in the area! read more

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So much more sophisticated and refined than what I remember from visiting to Guam and micronesia years ago-- From that visit I mostly remember Spam and ramen with hot sauce... The tasting menu is terrific and the venue and staff is very accommodating... On making a reservation for our party of 6, we were advised that parties larger than 5 had to have the $45 tasting menu. Who knew our group had so many dietary restrictions?! Out of our party of 6 we had: 1 gluten-free, 1 vegan (but eggs ok), 1 no meat but chicken & fish ok but allergic to lobster, 1 vegetarian, and only 2 w. no restrictions.... Chef Shawn and the waitstaff, including co-owner Shawn C handled all the varied requirements flawlessly and deliciously! Inventive and interesting mix of tasting plates and flavors for all despite our mix of dining restrictions... Everyone enjoyed the experience! read more

The tasting menu may have been one of the best meals I've had in SF. I hope to get back there soon to try some of the menu options. It's a little hard to spot and isn't high profile, but it's definitely a hidden gem of the Mission. Great low-key place to impress a date. Another review had issues with the spam and egg dish. I thought it was one of the highlights of the meal. It seemed to be a house-made ham patty, with a perfectly cooked soft-boiled egg, breaded, fried, topped with sesame and served with greens and avocado puree. read more

We tried this place on Saturday night after reading the yelp reviews. My boyfriend and I are "foodies" and doubted this restaurant could live up to all of the hype. We ordered the 5 course tasting option. OMG !!!! Every single dish was a new delight, it was FANTASTIC. One of the dishes had "spam" in it. I thought ick I hate spam. I've never been so glad to be so wrong. They make their own and it is delicious. If my boyfriend didn't eat faster than I do I would have eaten all of it :-) We live in Cupertino and wander around the city 3-4 times a month. We have had really good food in several restaurants. But this place is hands down one of the best in the city. The kitchen is open and we walked by and THANKED the chefs for the great meal before we left. The staff is very friendly & welcoming. We cannot wait to go back. read more