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    Saucy Asian

    4.3 (496 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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    ISLAND POKÉ
    Fanuaea L.

    I ordered the Island Poke bowl to go with salmon because I was craving poke and it was so satisifying! The salmon was buttery and fresh and portioned well. I loved the crispy fixings and fresh ginger and rice. I would definitely order again.

    ISLAND POKÉ &   DDEOKBOKKI
    Amia A.

    Saucy Asian is a solid spot when you're craving flavorful Asian comfort food. The food is still really good, with bold sauces and satisfying portions. The interior has a fun street-style theme that gives the space a lively, casual vibe, which makes it a nice place to hang out with friends. Service is also a highlight, they're consistently fast and kind, and the staff does a great job keeping things moving without making you feel rushed. Overall, a great option for a quick, tasty meal with a cool atmosphere.

    Alice H.

    I ordered the Saucy Aisan Poke with a mixed green base, salmon and tuna. It came with spicy marinatade, carrots, slaws, white onions, kimchi gochujang aioli. The fish tasted good, but the overall flavor was a bit too overwhelming. I could mostly taste the sauce in my poke. The portion was also a little for me, so it didn't feel very filling. I also tried their sweet and spicy chicken wings, which were really delicious, it was juicy and flavorful. I highly recommended getting their fried chicken! It was easy to place an order, you can either order in person or use the kiosk machine. The staff were really friendly and attentive.

    ISLAND POKÉ
    Patrick S.

    Saucy Asian is a fast casual Asian restaurant with decent variety and solid enough quality. After a long workout, my friends and I wanted something quick and simple to eat nearby and stumbled upon the Saucy Asian. The space has a few spots for sit down and eating, but not enough for too many people. We ordered through the tablet which provided several options such as bowls (including poke bowls) and burritos. I ordered the Island Poke Bowl. True to its name, the restaurant name the dish was pretty saucy one was mild spice and the other a creamy mayo that complemented each other well. It was a standard poke bowl with tuna and salmon and mixture of toppings. For the portions and size, it did come out to be a decent value since it was pretty big. In terms of service, the food was ordered on a screen and then the food came out relatively fast. There is minimal street parking so may need to park elsewhere and walk over. Overall, Saucy Asian is a decent food stop for Asian food that is decent value in the Castro area.

    KIMCHI QUESADILLA
    Christine M.

    If you like your food saucyyyyy, this is the place to go. lol We've actually ordered from here through 3rd party apps. Both times definitely hit the spot. We tried their kimchee burrito - it had beans I think, which we normally exclude, but in this mashup, it was fine and delicious. Saucy burrito, not dry. saucy asian fries- also a solid savory delight. soy garlic wings - also tasty. kimchee quesadilla with bulgogi - hit the spot when you want a little cheesy savory goodness. spicy pork bibimbap - I'm pretty picky with spicy pork, and I really like theirs. tender, just the right amount of spicy, and again. SAUCY. what can I say, both times we ordered, we were satisfied and happy with our meals. It's filling but not food-coma. I'm only sad it's in the Castro and not closer to home, so I can pick it up more often. So a treat it is!

    Spicy pork & tofu bowl
    Jennifer O.

    I imagine 3 college kids hanging out in a living room with mismatched furniture and joking, "We should put FRIES and KIMCHI in a burrito!" "Rad! But keep the guacamole - then stuff it with BULGOGI, yeah!" Whether you "bowl it, wrap it, fold it or poke it" you can find delicious Korean fast food that will satisfy cravings both in taste and quantity. The portions are generous and flavors are punchy. It hits all the notes of sweet-salty-fatty in a unique way. Both the Saucy Asian bowl and wrap with spicy pork and pan fried tofu (+$2) were hits and the wrap was so enormous it made two meals- not complaining in this economy. We also ordered the beef potstickers and soy garlic wings which were solid. Having driven past this cute eatery a dozen times, the decor is bouncy and fun and delivery, speedy. Three locations in Milpitas (Great Mall), Emeryville and San Francisco. Recommend, "like TOTALLY bruh, rad!!"

    Spicy Poke
    Meiyi Y.

    The spicy poke with salmon was mediocre as the salmon didn't taste very fresh nor had much salmon flavor. The spicy mayo sauce paired well with greens. Jalapeños added some extra spice. There was no wait on a Friday night. I ordered through the kiosk and got my food quickly after. There are window seatings and a tall center table.

    Soy sauce chicken saucy Asian bowl with combined rice & salad
    Manny Y.

    I've been to this place before. I ordered Saucy Asian bowl with salad and rice and soy sauce chicken. I have noticed that the bowl has shrunk. It used to be bigger and now it's 3/4 of the size of the former bowl. There is no wait seed ice. There's a person at the cashier. I often wonder how places can ask for a tip when there's no wait service. It's a small place and I sat outside since it was a nice sunny day for lunch

    Spicy Poke Bowl with Salmon / Tuna
    Dan E.

    Saucy Asian is a tasty, easy option in the area. They've got a good variety, bowls, burritos, loaded fries, and poke. I usually go for the spicy poke bowl with salmon and tuna. The fish is always fresh, and the toppings like slaw, cucumbers, jalapeño, tobiko, and kimchi aioli add great flavor. I'm not a big kimchi fan, but the aioli is really good. Next time I'll ask for no mixed greens and go all rice, it leaned more salad than rice bowl. Staff is always friendly and happy to accommodate. On a nice day, it's great to sit outside at the sidewalk tables.

    SAUCY ASIAN TACOS
    Steven S.

    The food I had delivered from here for lunch was so good. I never tried Asian tacos before but I love it. I may even order come back or order from this restaurant again sometime soon. The ambiance of the place looked amazing from what I've seen in pictures. What are you waiting for come down there and get yourself a bite to eat

    SAUCY ASIAN FRIES

    I ordered off of DD. But LAWDDD they didnt lie about being saucy. I got the fries with spicy chicken and omgggg it's so good. Every bite has sauce. It was still warm when it arrived so I give high props. Yummy delicious and big portion too!

    Bulgogi bowl
    Fancypants X.

    Saucy Asian. Condiment Queen. Saucy Minx. Just a few of my nicknames. (I joke, but did anyone catch that "Love Actually" reference?) True to social media pics (no catfishing here), the top of my Saucy Asian Bowl ($15.99 + $2 for bulgogi beef) was evenly coated in gochujang aioli. The bottom is layered with rice, mixed greens, & japchae noodles; I left my bowl unmixed which made each bite a flavor & textural surprise with additional crunchy elements coming from kimchi, slaw, & fried shallots. As the restaurant fuses Korean & Mexican flavors, I couldn't leave without ordering their tacos & burrito. My bf enjoyed the Spicy Pork Street Tacos ($14.49), so much so that he polished off all three in one sitting. The Cali Burrito ($14.99) was filled with Soy Sauce Chicken (thigh meat), fries, guac, cheese, cream, pico, & scallions, but the dominant flavor was their delicious garlic sauce. Generous portions, perfect for sharing. Well-made food for people who, like me, can't get enough of sauces & condiments. It took me too long to finally try Saucy Asian but I plan to make up for lost time by having their Kimchi Burrito & Bibimbap ASAP.

    CHICKEN WINGS
    Kellie C.

    We ordered and dined in at Saucy Asian. Not sure if there were understaffed for the day, but it took quite a while for our food to come out. I think people normally order DoorDash from here and that's why there were so many orders even though the restaurant was pretty empty. The food was good, but not consistent. My friend and I ordered the exact same poke bowl but his was visibly significantly larger than mine. It's kind of a gamble, much like chipotle. Some days you will get a large bowl, some days it seems the fish is scarce. It would be nice to order and go to a nearby park to eat it for a picnic.

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    Food amount is good, food is good my fav is the spicy pork, not too much spice like burn your mouth & u cant taste but spicy good.

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    Ask the Community - Saucy Asian

    Do you have options for people who are dairy free? I couldn't find published allergen info.

    Hi Lindsey, thanks for your question. All of our items besides the burritos, tacos, and quesadilla, Saucy Asian Fries, and Seoul cheesesteak are dairy free. The above mentioned items can also be made dairy free by removing the cheese and crema.

    Does all the zippee drinks have alcohol?

    Hi, Our Zippees do not contain alcohol. Only our soju slushies will have alcohol in them. Thanks… 

    Is your ddeokbokki vegetarian / vegan friendly?

    Hi Mikey, Our ddeokbokki is vegetarian friendly and vegan friendly as long as you leave off the… 

    Is your kimchi vegetarian?

    Hi, we use traditional kimchi and is not vegan. It contains fish products. Thanks.

    What is gluten free? Can you post allergen information about what meats and sauces contain soy sauce?

    Hi Amanda, currently, we have very limited gluten free options. The only topping choice that does not contain soy sauce is our garlic shrimp. We normally suggest a Bibimbap with shrimp and sriracha as the sauce for our gluten free customers. Thanks!

    What's inside the veggie potstickers? Is there some type of fake meat inside?

    Thanks for reaching out. The ingredient with the texture is soy.

    Is there a location in Lafeytte? The Yelp results shows a location in Lafayette but the address in that Yelp page is in San Francisco

    It was in Local Kitchens in Lafayette (not the actual Saucy Asian restaurant, but a cloud kitchen/ghost kitchen that has the food. Their website, below, tends to update regularly and I don't see Saucy Asian there today.… 

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