If you love rice roll you must hit up this spot! Rice Roll is located in Chinatown and parking can be hard to find. You order at the counter and wait for your number to be called. They do work quickly. I ended up ordering a couple of items to come home with me. The noodles are great. The filling is a good ratio. My favorite part about this place is their sauce bar. You can sauce as much as you want. They have big bottles of each sauce. The selection of sauces is good. They also sell wonton if rice roll isn't your thing. The service is fast and effective. They do offer a couple of tables for dining in. Overall, come check this place out! read more

I saw this restaurant was recommended as one of the top to visit in Chinatown. I honestly wasn't that impressed with the rice rolls. It was a lot of bland rice roll with not that much meat, and that part wasn't very good. I normally really like rice rolls at restaurants. I got the BBQ pork and shrimp rice rolls. The BBQ pork did not seem to have any barbecue flavour or sauce at all. I'm not sure if they gave me one without the barbecue. The pork was okay. I liked the shrimp roll better, although there wasn't that much shrimp. I think they overall lacked flavour, even after adding a lot of soy sauce and chili oil. I did really like the special soy sauce they make here as it has a unique flavour. Each one was $7.50. They take cash, Venmo, or Zelle. read more

Rice Roll Express - 4. Shrimp Rice Roll 鮮蝦腸粉 - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place was highly recommended on social media. I wanted to try it out to see what the hype was all about. Food: 4.5/5 We ordered three items: the wonton in chili oil, the soup wonton, and the special rice roll. The rice roll was really good, it was flavorful with all the sauces they offered. The wonton soup was really bland. Price: 5/5 This place is cash only. It was really affordable, with each dish costing less than $10. Great bang for your buck! Service: 4/5 This place is an order and then sit down. There was a decent line and wait. The tables were seat yourself so even if you get your order, there may be no seats. Ambiance: 3/5 This place is not comfortable for seating. You share tables with people. The place is a little dirty. And unfortunately, where we sat, there was a bit of ammonia smell (like pee). It was very off putting and made everything less appetizing. The rice roll was really good and I would totally come back to order to go from here. read more

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The texture of these rice rolls are incredible -- very soft and tender, not super chewy. More silky than expected as well. They have a sauce bar at the side which definitely helps to make it taste good! They allow you to add 1 extra topping for free, and we chose corn. Prices are good and it is cash-only. Quite busy inside, but it didn't take us long to grab a table on a weekend afternoon. read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We were here for lunch, there was a crowd I assumed it'd take a long wait, but since it was self service it didn't take much time for the food to arrive. We ordered a shrimp one, a pork one and some noodles. The pork was ok but the shrimp was amazing. The best part was the noodles it was a hidden treasure that we absolutely enjoyed. Loved the food so affordable and quick service. read more

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Fast, casual, but yummy would be my description for Rice Roll Express. Located right in the heart of Chinatown, but definitely not your typical "hole-in-the-wall" spot. It's a little more modern, bright, clean, and although the space isn't huge, they fit a good amount of seating inside. Prices are slightly higher than some nearby spots, but still very affordable with generous portions. Personally, I'd rather pay a little more for fresh rice rolls made to order than go dirt cheap and sacrifice quality. You order at the cashier, grab a number, and wait for your food. Staff was friendly and efficient, and our food came out in about 10 minutes. We ordered the Rice Roll Express Special, Plain Rice Roll, Beef Brisket & Shrimp Wonton (without noodles), and Pork & Preserved Egg Congee. The rice rolls were definitely the highlight, fresh, soft, and had that silky velvet texture that just melts in your mouth. Adding egg gave it an extra creamy texture that I really enjoyed. I also experimented with adding peanut sauce and LOVED the nutty flavor with the rice roll/ The wontons were big and plump, and the beef brisket was super tender but pretty salty on its own. I'd definitely recommend it with noodles and soup to balance everything out. The congee was hearty and comforting for breakfast, but a little bland for my taste. I would've loved thicker pieces of preserved egg and smaller bits of pork. Overall, a great experience and definitely a spot worth checking out if you're wandering around Chinatown. read more

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Fast service. Cash only. Street parking only. Food is delicious and good value for the price. Interior is nothing special. Seating can be a challenge for large groups. Might have to camp out for a little while and take whatever seats you can find if you've got a party bigger than two. read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delicious meal for only $9!!! We had a little bit of wait but not big deal. The rice rolls were so simple yet SO flavorful!! Would go back! read more

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I wasn't expecting this spot to be so overstimulating because they don't have a crazy amount of Yelp reviews, but I was proven wrong. This place is so warm, stuffy, and crowded, it's truly a Chinatown experience. We tried the special and added shrimp, it came out steaming hot and was really good. The wontons weren't my favorite, they had peanuts in them which I'm not a fan of. At the counter, they have special/sweet soy sauce, peanut sauce, chili oil, and vinegar. Now is it worth a long wait to order, receive food, and have to squeeze around people...no it's not. I think it took around 45 minutes for the whole trip. They have indoor seating, but everything is completely full. The parking is awful, use rideshare apps or public transit to get here. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

Rice Roll Express - Special w/ Shrimp & Spicy Wontons (ig: @cravingswithcat) - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Fresh rice rolls! I can definitely see what the hype is all about! Restaurant is a little small, but the freshness of the rice paper was delicious! They even have their own special soy sauce too that wasn't salty at all! There was definitely a line that went out the door constantly so be prepared to wait, but it was over all a good place! I got the #1 which had all the meats, a shrimp one and lastly the wonton chili oil! All were amazing bites! read more

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This was my first time trying a rice roll and it was so good! I'm vegan so I got the vegetable rice roll which comes with 2 free veggies, and I picked scallion and cilantro. The roll itself was nice, the rice noodle has a good soft but still slightly chewy texture, however it's definitely the sauces that make the dish. I especially liked the special soy sauce, and I also paired it with chili oil. I also tried some of the peanut sauce which I liked, but it was slightly sweet and the rice roll felt like it would go better with savory sauces to me. They also had a jalapeno soy sauce which looked interesting but I did not try. We came on a sunday afternoon around 5pm and it was quite busy, and me and my friend had to wait a short while before finding 2 open seats. There is a bathroom inside the restaurant but it is for paying customers only, and it is sort of hidden behind the ordering counter. The place only accepts cash or venmo, no credit card. My roll was $7 which felt like a great deal especially for SF. read more

Rice Roll Express - vegetarian rice roll w scallion and cilantro - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great little lunch spot in Chinatown for something simple, light, affordable and delicious. I had the pork chee cheong fun and it was plump, soft, and really nicely done. They give you a generous portion too. You can add one extra topping for free, like cilantro, corn or bean sprouts. I went with bean sprouts and liked the extra texture. The pork and shrimp with roe in chili oil was good as well, although it's definitely on the mild side. This place isn't overly Szechuanized like a lot of other spots, so if you want that stronger spicy Szechuan flavor, you'll probably need to add your own extra sauce. Service was efficient and lunch was quick. Cash only. Overall, definitely a recommended Chinatown lunch spot if you want something affordable, light and tasty without making a whole production out of lunch. read more

Rice Roll Express - Signature Shrimp and Roe Wonton in Chili Oil 香辣乾拌鮮蝦蟹籽雲吞 and Pork Rice Roll 豬肉腸粉 - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had been wanting to come here for sometime. NYC Chinatown has a few rice roll places, one of which is absolutely my favorite. Singapore has a few similar Michelin places. Incoming San Francisco's version. Price point is higher. This being san Francisco, is expected as most Chinese restaurants tend to be more expensive than NY. Noodles are very tasty. The combo version is quite big. The dried shrimp version is okay / not as good as NY version but is worth trying. The other dishes - congee is my favorite along with beef wonton soup. All things considered, this is a very satisfying place - it is not as good as my favorite spot in NY, and it is on par with the Michelin rated one in Singapore (from Hong Kong originally), but it is the only place specializes in rice rolls in San Francisco. They do it well. If you are not living in or traveling to NY or Singapore often, this is the place that will scratch your itch for rice rolls on the west coast. read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great casual lunch spot. The rice skins for the rolls and wontons are soft and tender, freshly made. So pick your preferred filling and format and you can't go wrong. My favorite was the wonton in a flavorful chili oil. It's not spicy, so I encourage non-spicy eaters to be brave and give it a try. Shrimp Feast rice roll has whole shrimp as well as small dried shrimp which offer small salty flavor bursts. Despite the long line and crowded tables, the turnover is quick. Order first, then sit down. read more

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I finally had the time to come try rice roll express for a quick lunch and I'm so sad I haven't gotten the rice rolls until now. We got the shrimp feast rice roll with bean sprouts and dry wonton noodles to share and between 2 people it was more than enough food. Loved the mix of fresh and dried shrimp in the rice rolls. It's so flavorful and the egg adds a nice texture and flavor as well. Definitely top your rice roll with plenty of their special soy sauce and chili oil. The dry wonton noodles were also great. I really enjoyed their shrimp wontons too but it's really their fresh rice rolls that bring people here. It can definitely get busy but ordering is fast and efficient and like many fast casual Chinese spots, table sharing is expected! Cash or Venmo only for payment. read more

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I always swing by rice noodle express whenever I'm in SF. The taste and quality for the price is so worth it! My favorite go-tos are the egg rice noodle roll and porridge. You can never go wrong with a classic egg rice noodle roll. Paired with the soy sauce, the taste is amazing. The portions are also really big. As for the porridge, it included preserved egg and pork which is always a breakfast classic and warms me right up. Seating can get pretty limited but usually if you wait a bit you can get lucky with a table. Service is decent, you order at the front and then pick up your order when your number is called. read more

Rice Roll Express - Wonton in Chili Oil, Beef Brisket and Shrimp Wonton Noodle Soup, Egg Rice Roll, porridge, Soy Milk, Shrimp Rice Roll - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

FYI they do not take credit cards, they take cash, Venmo or Zelle. I need to come back and try other dishes, I had taken 2 items to go and it was pretty good with just the vinegar as topping. I think if I could add the other toppings, the rice rolls would be even better. I'd also like to try other items on the menu, such as wontons, and black sesame paste. All looks delicious. read more

Rice Noodle Roll Express is a gem! We ordered delivery and everything arrived fresh + delicious. The shrimp rice noodle roll with cilantro was my favorite the cilantro really stood out and added such a bright fresh herby flavor. We also tried the combo with egg, beef, and green onion, which was also tasty. The rice noodle rolls had the perfect texture and you could tell it was freshly made they were soft, silky, and a bit bouncy. The sauces paired really well with everything without overpowering the ingredients and you had many options. On top of that, the portions were generous and the prices were very affordable. If you're looking for authentic, comforting rice noodle rolls, this spot is definitely worth trying!! read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Excellent food and great price point definitely worth visiting if you're in Chinatown in San Francisco not as good as New York Chinatown, but still worth the wait. The food service came out quickly and the flavors were delicious. We walked away with leftovers and will definitely come back. read more

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I've always wanted to try freshly made rice rolls so we dropped in for a quick bite. You order you food at the counter first and then pick up when your order is called. We ordered their rice roll express special to share and I'm glad we did since it was such a large portion! The rice noodle was super soft and silky and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite of it. The sauces they had on the side were a great addition to it. We also ordered their wonton in chili oil but we thought it was just alright. Will definitely drop by again if we are in the area! read more

the price point alone makes this place better than half of the restaurants in sf. no frills, well made, authentic rice rolls. quite spacious on the inside, quick counter service, and plenty of sauces and spices to bedazzle it your way. beef was well cooked as with the shrimp wontons. super filling for a very reasonable cost. by far holds its weight and reputation. read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I found this place on TikTok & they didn't disappoint. They're really fast when getting orders out. The wonton in chili oil were really good for $10 bucks. The only thing is they were cold. But delicious lol. read more

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My wife and I stopped by Rice Roll Express and picked up two orders of their rice rolls: one special and one "shrimp feast". The rice rolls here are as good as they get. The rolls are thin, have a wonderful chewy texture, there's generous amounts of toppings in each, and there's a sauce bar inside -- with peanut sauce, chili oil, hoisin, and soy sauce, so you can control the exact flavor profile you're getting. After placing our order, we received our order quickly -- well within 10 minutes. There's plenty of seating indoors, but we opted to take our food to go. If you're a fan of Cantonese rice rolls, I cannot recommend Rice Roll Express enough. Cash only, and parking in the area is extremely difficult. You'll want to either take public transportation, or prepare to double park if you're coming with a car. read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here on a Tuesday for a slightly later lunch and there was still a bunch of people here! I can tell that social media is doing wonders on this establishment because I see a lot of tourists coming through to try these rice rolls. Self seating, so it's nice if you come with someone else to either save you a seat. There's also a "bar" like seating against the wall. You order and pay in cash & your number's called when it's complete. If you order more than one plate you get a try. All of the condiments are provided at the front aside from the Sriracha-which they have at every table. I wished I tried the Shrimp Feast instead, but I guess it means that I'll just have to return another time. I didn't hate the Rice Roll Express Roll, but it's not a favorite of mine I was just curious to try it. ~~Service: Good. Though I'm not sure if I was supposed to just tell them my optional topping for the Rice Roll Express Roll because I wasn't asked and I got cabbage. ~~Tips: Bring Cash! ~~Return: Yes. read more

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Started our food journey in SF here and did not disappoint. Had the special roll- you can pick your sauce. I prefer peanut and chili oil. Definitely delicious and filling. The rice rolls are perfectly chewy and had a good filling to outside ratio. I'm not a huge soup girl but I think the wonton soup was also stellar. The broth was light but the wontons have a lot of flavor. Big portions for a good price. Tip: they only take Venmo, Zelle and maybe cash read more

Rice Roll Express - Special roll Shrimp and roe wonton soup - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

The rolls are good but not quite the same as the dim sum ones. The flavor is good and the self serve sauce bar means you'll always have enough sauce. There are a lot of tables to eat at once you grab your food from the counter The only down side to this spot is that there isn't a label system. You don't know which roll is which If you are buying multiple orders with similar ingredients. read more

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I've always wanted to try this place as it specializes in rice rolls. Remember this place is cash only. Special rice roll (5/5): This comes with beef, pork, bbq pork, and egg. It gives you a variety of proteins to try. The rice roll was soft and silky. Just perfect. I really enjoyed the potions as most places are not generous with their portions. Overall I recommend this place if you want specialty rice rolls. read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Rice rolls are my favorite part of dim sum, I brought my friends here and they had vegetarian options too! I'm so happy that everyone liked it, the secret is literally dosing this with the special soy sauce. They also have peanut sauce and chili oil Ordered the beef rice roll, veg rice roll with bean sprouts and green onions, black sesame soup, soy milk. Everything is authentic and I'll definitely be back my next sf trip to try the other yummy dishes ! Service was super quick. I paid in Zelle and they also accept Venmo but not card and I also don't carry cash. Might suggest you carry cash in Chinatown but fine without it. read more

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Such an amazing place in Chinatown! The rice rolls are so delicate, filling, and affordable. One of the best value meals you can get in the city and definitely a must try if you are in the area. A filling meal for under $10 is a STEAL! I got the Rice Roll Express combo rice roll and you can load whatever sauces you want onto the roll so I added a little bit of everything. read more

Rice Roll Express - Rice Roll Express Special 金门精选 - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We saw this place on social media and wanted to try it out and it was pretty good!! The prices were reasonable and the food was good! You go in and order at the desk and when they call your number you pick it up. Overall a good experience :) read more

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I ordered through DoorDash to work. I've ordered one of their delux special one and add corn and the egg and added corn. I loved how thin the rice noodle was and soft! Super pro esp for delivery all their sauces comes individually wrapped Had the egg roll the next day for breakfast and it was still amazing! read more

Rice Roll Express - Egg rice roll added corn and sesame seeds - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I wanted to check out this place after hearing about it so much. The prices are good for what you get. I ordered the wonton in chili oil and it was so delicious. They only accept cash or venmo, just something to be aware of before coming. There is seating inside, but it is a little cramped. But, I definitely want to come back and visit with others. read more

Rice Roll Express - Spicy T7.Wonton in Chili Oil 香辣乾拌鮮肉雲吞 - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I always think that it is easier to do one thing well than to do everything average. This place does it all well, and their menu is very simple. Order at the counter, let them know whether you are dining in or getting togo food. They give you a receipt with a number on it and you watch the display to see when your food comes up. The seatingvis mostly table shared bar counter. They have a variety of sauces/condiments to add to your noodle dish 9mce it is ready. You clean your own area when done and continue your journey through Chinatown. The Shrimp Rice Roll with scallions was perfect. The rice noodles were so fresh and the shrimp were super tender. Everyone looked so happy slurping and shoveling their noodles to fill their bellies. I would definitely return to try some of the other rice rolls. read more

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The most underrated item on the menu is the pork with preserved egg congee. It had so much depth and flavor. Good on its own but even better with the chili oil. I wonder if it's in-house made and I wish they sold it because as someone that doesn't really care for chili oil, I would buy several bottles of it. I also ordered their rice rolls (#1, #2, and the basic shrimp) which were delicious. I ordered to-go and wasn't able to eat it until 2 hours after (commute home) and it was still warm. I can only imagine how it would taste fresh. They also serve your order fast. I came during lunch time and the place was packed. There was about 20+ people ahead of me and they called out my order within 10-15 minutes. I look forward to coming back and trying more items from their menu. Only downside is this place only accepts cash, Venmo, or Zelle. Not tap to pay or card. read more

Just ok rice rolls, not the best I've had in the city. texture of the noodles is perfect, but the dish lacks a lot of flavor. Dish (ranked by best): -beef rice roll with corn and house special sauce -house special rice roll: has more flavor but feels more like stir fry noodle dish read more

O this is a wonderful addition to Chinatown! Yes to casual eateries, no pressure, just order and sit by yourself or grab a table for a group. I really like the set up. Communal long table or smaller tables for groups. Accommodating Diverse clientele, food for all! Dine in or takeout, they do it all. Can order in English or Chinese Wonton and noodle in chili oil (T6 on menu) was great. Flavorful and the wonton has roe inside it! Yay! I don't think I know another place that does this. Sauce bar choices available at the pickup counter Desserts black sesame (not on menu?) and soy milk available read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Rice rolls are one of my favorite things to eat! Got the #1 Rice Roll Special to try which included Beef, Pork, BBQ Pork, Egg and topped with scallions. Came out to exactly $10 which isn't too bad but one order definitely did not fill me up. May need to grab 2! After ordering, it took about 15ish minutes until they called my number. They have a number system on their wall showing what number is done and can be picked up, kind of like at the optical section of costco or fish section at Ranch 99 LOL. This location is in Chinatown on the main street and was crowded! Lots of locals and tourists. Nice to try if in the area but prob would not come back to Chinatown just for this since parking is difficult/expensive and just overall super crowded. TIP: BRING CASH as they do not take card. However they do take venmo/zelle. read more

Rice Roll Express - #1 - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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third time coming and its always amazing food - the combo rice roll with a drizzle of all the sauces is my go to, however they're all good! prices are amazing for SF, and its enough food for two. wontons are soft, beef is tender, and soup is flavorful as well. read more

Rice Roll Express - 1. Rice Roll Express Special 金门精选 T10. Beef Brisket and Shrimp Wonton Noodle Soup 五香牛腩雲吞麵 - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California

The trifecta of great value, quick service, and quality tastes at this shop that specializes in steamed rice rolls will have you raving, coming back for more, and wondering why it took you so long to come across this place. Rice Roll Express is a specialty shop that has situated itself in Chinatown where locals and visitors alike will happen to trek past with their hungry stomachs. Primarily known for their rice roll plates that are loaded up with your choice of protein and vegetables and come out hot and fresh within minutes, Rice Roll Express churns customers like no other sit down restaurant, even besting the likes of fast food chains in efficiency. For those familiar with Hong Kong quick meals, you'll be reminded of those joints as you step foot into the ordered chaos that resides inside this open table eatery. As you step foot into the shop, you'll likely be squeezing by patrons who are enjoying, have enjoyed, or looking to enjoy a quick bite without breaking the bank yet ensuring a balanced nutrition. Make your way to the back of the shop where the register is to place your order - you'll have a bit of time to find a place to sit after you've paid and due to the constant flow of customers, you'll find a spot either at the tables or stools. The rice roll menu is quite simple: choose your protein type, the veggies, and any additional toppings. If you're unsure, get the top menu item, the rice roll express special - it has everything. Beef, pork, BBQ pork, shrimp and eggs are your protein options and veggies include bean sprouts, lettuce, corn, scallions, cilantro. In addition to rice rolls, they also have noodles, wontons and congee. Once you've placed your order, the staff will start working to get your meal ready and will have the broadcast system call your number. Grab a seat with your plastic tray of a feast, sauce up your rolls, devour your delicious meal, and bus yourself when you've finished. We ordered the special and a shrimp roll to share. Upon lightly drizzling the rolls with soy sauce, the colors of all the ingredients started to stand out. The yellow and white of the fried egg tucked inside, the orange pieces of shrimp peeking out of the cut ends, the beef and pork chunks creating small mountains in the roll, and green veggies springing out from within all had my mouth watering and my stomach churning ready to get a taste. As I picked up a clump of the rice roll and popped it into my mouth, it was instant euphoria in flavors and textures. The thin layered rice roll with the abundant distribution of protein and vegetables made a strong first impression that continued to be solidified as a testament to their quality and consistency. Each plate is probably big enough to feed one but might even be big enough to be shared if the meal is intended to be more of an afternoon snack. Overall, Rice Roll Express is a quick meal that is nutritious, tasty, and filling as well as affordable and variable to tailor to one's craving. This dim sum classic shines here and if you're a fan of this dish, roll out to Chinatown and taste it in its true form. You'll be in and out quick so you can continue about your day, be it for work or pleasure. For our trip, the meal was the pleasure in itself! read more

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A perfect spot to get a quick fix of cheung fun (rice rolls)! Located in SF Chinatown, it's right in the middle of all the hustle and bustle. Ordering your food is pretty streamlined: you order, take a number, and start scoping for seating. It gets pretty crowded, but people are always going in and out. I got the Rice Roll Express Special which comes with beef, pork, BBQ pork, and egg. SO GOOD! The rice paper is light and thin. The fillings are plentiful. The sauces completely elevated everything. Perfection! Portion sizes are pretty good too. Will definitely fill you up for breakfast or lunch. read more

Rice Roll Express - Chinese Near Me - San Francisco, California