Absolutely delicious and amazing and wonderful Vietnamese food! We got the veggie bun and garlic noodles and we were both genuinely surprised at how tasty (and unique) the flavours were (compared to other Viet places we've gone to). It's a tad on the more pricy side but the servings are generous. We were pretty stuffed by the end and very happy with both the quality of the food and the service. We'll be coming back soon, there's a lot of good options on the menu (including for vegetarians) and it was hard to decide what to pick so we must return to try other dishes. read more

Mmmm the tofu mushroom banh mi is pretty good--a tad on the salty side though They are very nice and attentive (especially with water refills) Wish they had more vegetarian options though [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lots of seating and a pretty clean bathroom. Great location right next to Castro muni[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Had a late lunch at Tanglad and had a really solid experience overall. I ordered the beef and shrimp noodle bowl, which was pretty good. Service was quick and easy from the start. We were able to choose our own seating, which was nice, and didn't wait more than about 5 minutes to get our drinks. Another 5 minutes after that, someone came by to take our order, so everything moved along smoothly without feeling rushed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's seating inside, but also a porch right along the main street, which is perfect if you catch a sunny/cool day.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The location is a big plus too. It's on the same street as the Castro Theatre and surrounded by other restaurants, dessert spots, and bars, so it's a fun area to hang out before or after your meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Tanglad - Beef and shrimp noodle bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cozy Viet restaurant in the middle of Castro[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], got the papaya salad and want to come back to try the pho and five spice chicken. Service was quick and friendly, and got seated with no wait for a weekday dinner. Wish the shrimp portion was a bit larger but enjoyed the light dressing on the salad itself. read more

Tanglad - Papaya salad - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

A hearty meal before a night out and rainy week in February. No wait on a Thursday 6:15pm and my order came out quickly. I guess the broth is already made and ready to go. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plenty of seating, it has a very warm feeling.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Ordered a steak and beef ball pho ($16.50). The broth has good flavor, a more sweeter flavor. I would prefer a bit more noodles and bean sprouts, but plenty of pho for me. The steak pieces were tender, the beef pho were not as chewy compared to other pho places. Overall, solid option for food in Castro. read more

Tanglad - Steak and beef ball pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]a pretty casual and small vietnamese restaurant in castro, I think it leans towards american viet tastes as it's not super authentic.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] we got the pork vermicelli bowl ($16), five spice chicken pho ($16.50), and imperial rolls ($8 for 6). the pork was missing some depth of flavor and the rolls weren't the best texture read more

Tanglad - grilled pork and imperial rolls vermicelli bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Five spice chicken was very good and flavorful. I added it to the spring roll and made it a meal! read more

Tanglad - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Friendly fast service. The vermicelli with grilled pork was good and chock full of veggies with tasty fried onions and nice thick cuts of grilled pork. read more

Tanglad - Vermicelli with grilled pork - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Was en route back to our hotel in Union Square and wanted something hot for dinner like ramen or Pho and found this place right around the corner on Castro St (I prefer Pho over ramen any day). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Was not too busy but not too empty with plenty of indoor sidewalk seating and a couple of tables inside as the wind was picking up and breezy outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server was super sweet and told us to take a seat wherever we'd like. Our order was promptly taken and we started off with the spring rolls and they were cut up into six big pieces and huge! I ordered the chicken pho with white meat and BFF ordered the combination pho and both came out quickly with the toppings on the side and portions were huge as well. Pricing is on par with other restaurants (about 15 bucks for pho) & it was delicious but was missing just a tad of flavor and I think it was the anise that most Viatnamese restaurants put in their pho. I highly recommend this place for their food and support of the LGBTQ+ community (which business wouldn't be in the heart of Castro) with PRIDE flags inside the restaurant and being so warm and welcoming. read more

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The food is so good and the service is top tier. This is my second time here and I will definitely come back. Also, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the place is clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

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Really really like the pork belly sandwich. Quick bite, filling and tasty! Pho too was satisfying enough and [[HIGHLIGHT]]good amount of seating to not have to wait too long to enjoy some comfort food[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] :) read more

Tanglad - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We were nearby, so we came back here, and it's still a decent pho spot, though nothing really stands out about it. The service was fast, and the process was easy since you just go in, pick a table, and they come take your order. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They stayed pretty busy the whole time we were there, maybe because of the location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This was so good that I went back two days later to have more. Right on Castro. Easily accessible. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have an area that they open up the windows so it's like you're eating outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff is amazing. Very attentive and helpful. Both times I ate there I went away stuffed. And the food has just a great flavor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I think it was the best. Pho I've ever eaten. read more

Tanglad - Amazing #10 Combination Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've not had enough right, but I have to say the garlic noodles. Here are the bomb. They spice chicken with the garlic noodles at an affordable price was quite a tasty treat on a cool summer day in San Francisco. The service staff are quick to show you to a table, which I've seen another time before when I've been here, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]it has a nice casual atmosphere. You can sit closer to the street for a cooler experience or seat deeper inside where you can be a little more warm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]overall, it's a nice casual place for quick service and scrumptious food![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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First of all, I want to point out that the name of this restaurant, tanglad, translates to 'lemongrass' from tagalog, which I find inappropriate and misleading, considering that this is a Vietnamese restaurant in the Castro. If they wanted to emphasize authenticity of the Vietnamese cuisine, then they should've named it sả, the Vietnamese word for lemongrass. Aside from the incorrect linguistic nomenclature, the service was great. The food, however, was unfortunately subpar. The bun rieu tasted watered down, and the vegetables were undercooked. The bun bo hue wasn't much better. I'd say the egg rolls were honestly the best dish we got. Not super impressed overall. read more

Tanglad - egg rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I absolutely love Tanglad! Been going here for 4 years and love getting the #14 with a Thai milk tea during the cold weather. Their pho does come in a large bowl but their broth is so flavorful, their ingredients are very fresh, and it will definitely fill you up! Their staff are very welcoming, fast, efficient, and always make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your food. My queen Kitty has definitely made my experience here so memorable and has me coming back. I'd 100% recommend this place if you love soup or if it's cold out and you need something to warm you up! read more

Tanglad - Fried calamari, Thai milk tea, #14 chicken pho (white meat) and #16 Hue Style Beef and Pork (spicy) - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been bringing my entire office staff here for lunch over the years. If you're anywhere near the Castro neighborhood, do yourself a favor and stop by this spot for Pho. Steve, the owner, is the heart of this place. He and all the staff are friendly, efficient, and greet you with a big smile all the time, and remember you and your preferences! The Food? Absolutely fantastic. The broth is rich and comforting, the noodles perfectly cooked, and every bowl feels like it was made with loving care. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Fast service, great energy, and a beautiful place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of our go-to lunch places! Highly recommend Tanglad! read more

I just happened to walk past this place on my lunch break. I remember there was another noodle place here some time ago, but this new place has taken it's place. I stopped in and tried the Combination Pho for $16. It was quite filling and the broth was really delicious. I would recommend this place. read more

The spring rolls were a lil expensive but they have generous amounts of shrimp had some fried rice paper in there which created a unique texture i really liked. Would absolutely recommend them. I tried out the beef pho and also the seafood pho. I thought the beef pho was okay the broth was good and true to the flavor but it felt a little watered down. The seafood pho had a good broth and I liked the veggies added but the proteins were okay. Overall would recommend, pretty decent pho for the area! read more

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Very friendly staff here and good service! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is nice too with a living plant wall in the front room. Super cute![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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A true neighborhood gem! Tanglad is hands-down one of my favorite local spots -- and a dream come true for anyone who loves flavorful, beautifully presented vegan food options. Every dish I've tried has been absolutely delicious -- fresh ingredients, perfectly balanced flavors, and such creativity in the menu. You can tell there's heart and intention behind everything they serve. Steven, the manager, deserves a special shout-out. He always makes sure every guest feels welcome and cared for, with genuinely warm and attentive service that you just don't find everywhere anymore. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor is impeccable -- stylish, imaginative, and spotless.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The kitchen is open and impeccably clean, and even the bathrooms are adorable (yes, I notice these things!).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Another bonus? Well-behaved doggies are welcome in one section -- how cool is that?[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tanglad is one of those rare places that hits every note: amazing food, great vibe, wonderful people, and a spotless, thoughtfully designed space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you haven't been yet -- go. You'll fall in love just like I did. read more

This was a solid bowl of pho with generous portions. We left satisfied and full! After tax and tip, it came out to around $22 per person. read more

Tanglad - #17 Seafood Combo Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ah-mazing ambience with live plant wall.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was able to get a table and veg food quickly. Service is super quick. 2 servers to check in. Very nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Quiet place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Near muni. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Good for meetings.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Clean. read more

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Came here on the last day of pride, and it was packed. It felt very unorganized, and it felt very uncomfortable squished up against a stranger when eating. The staff was obviously not equipped to handle such a rush. I ordered the bun rieu, which is my favorite Vietnamese dish. I was very disappointed. The soup was overly salty, to the point where I could not drink the soup. It ruined the entire dish. The toppings were delicious but I could not finish it. The garlic noodles however were amazing. It had that smokey wok flavor and the beef was cooked to perfection. I'm not sure if the food would be better when there isn't a rush but for now I am not keen on coming back. read more

Tanglad - bun rieu, garlic noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

After frequenting stores to find concert outfits, we ended up at Tanglad for lunch. My SO and I are always down for some Vietnamese grub. SERVICE Friendly staff upon entrance, and we were seated quickly. Service is swift. FOOD/DRINK * Iced Vietnamese Coffee - This was a no-go. We ordered two, and the coffee tasted watered down. I appreciate Tanglad using phin filters, but something wasn't right. Either the brewing is off, or the coffee quality isn't excellent. I asked the server to remake my coffee, only to come out tasting about the same: bland. It wasn't bold enough and lacked condensed milk. * Spring Rolls - The spring rolls were freshly made but lackluster, mainly due to the peanut dipping sauce. It wasn't flavorful. * Lemongrass Pork Banh Mi - The baguette itself was ok. The meat had some lemongrass flavor but could be more flavorful. The pickled carrots and daikon were good. However, the entire banh mi just looked a little sad. It could use more protein and topping. View photo. * 5 Spice Chicken Banh Mi - The same goes for this Banh mi. It just lacked protein. There were only several pieces of chicken in the sandwich. The flavor of the five spices was subtle. It needed more seasoning. Overall, the lunch was an average one. Have I had better? Yes. Was it the worst lunch? No. I presume this is a newer restaurant, so I'd like to see them develop, listen to the feedback from Yelp reviews, and work on the flavors as they advertise. read more

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I have been going to Tanglad since July 2022 when I first moved to San Francisco. There are a few reasons as to why I have kept coming back and introduced many of my friends to this restaurant. First, the food itself is incredible. The portions are big, so you can either finish it if you are hungry or take leftovers home for another meal. In addition, every dish is made with care, and that is noticed through the taste. My favorite dish is the #23, which the staff have taken note of. Second, the service is THE BEST I have seen in SF. Not only have the staff taken the time to get to know me from my visits, they do their best to make every guest feel like at home. I often stop by when I get the chance to say hello because of how incredible and amazing the staff are! You really do not get that everywhere. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Third, the restaurant itself is so beautiful. There is setting inside the main restaurant in which you can see the food being prepared and taken to their tables and the fun decor on the walls and counters. There is also a setting area in a cool greenhouse-like space with a fun plant-filed wall.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Lastly, the food is extremely reasonably priced. In many places in the city, dinner for two can cost closer to $60-$70. Here, dinner for 2 has always been closer to $35-$40. That is a huge win. I write this review as a true enthusiast of this restaurant. I hope others visit and experience similar experiences as me and continue to support. read more

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I door dashed my dinner from this place, I was really wanting a Bahn Mi. It was delivered promptly but there was no 5-Spice anything about it. The chicken was rather bland. I'll give them another try but I'll eat in. read more

I ordered delivery from this place, and overall, it was great. The packaging was mostly fine--although the bean sprouts, jalapeño, and lime packets were a bit messy with some red oily residue, nothing had leaked. The broth had a slightly unusual smell, but the taste was excellent--spicy, rich, and wonderfully comforting. The portion size of the pho is huge. They even included free garlic noodles, which were delicious with a nice, strong garlic flavor. I'd definitely consider ordering from here again since it was such a satisfying experience. read more

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Convenient spot in the Castro with a cute little patio area! I thought their food was nothing to write home about though. I ordered the grilled pork and imperial rolls with vermicelli (which is pretty hard to mess up IMO) but it really lacked flavor. Portion size was great though. read more

Tanglad - grilled pork and imperial rolls vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came in on a Saturday night for dinner around 8pm. It was a rainy night, so found parking right in front of the restaurant. It's a tiny mom and pop vibe in the restaurant. Got the spring rolls that were very fresh and came with a peanut sauce Also got the chicken pho with white meat. Perfect comforting bowl of soup with chicken, noodles. My friend got the chicken pho with dark meat and replaced noodles with veggies. read more

Tanglad - Chicken pho - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

As far as vietnamese food goes, this place is pretty mid. Not bad for a quick soup fix if you're in the area, but nothing mind blowing. Service was excellent though! Not sure if I would return. read more

Tanglad - 18. Bun Rieu - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

INCREDIBLE SPOT! Service was awesome. They were extremely attentive, kind, efficient, helpful, and professional yet friendly. Ambiance, design, and layout? Peaceful and aesthetic. The decor included a cute plant wall and nice wooden furniture, and the space was open and comfortable. Food? Amazing. So tasty and healthy-feeling (I left with a full belly but didn't feel stuffed or overly heavy). My favorite was the garlic noodle dish with lemongrass beef; a delicious Vietnamese classic with garlic butter-laden egg noodles stir fried with their house sauce, green onions, Romano, and veggies (bok choi and broccoli). I ordered it with an egg, and all together with the sweet lemongrass beef, it was a meal I would order again and again. We ordered the Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich) with the same lemongrass beef and it was mouth-watering as well, the cilantro, cucumber, pickled daikon and carrots, and meat melding together perfectly inside a super light and fluffy baguette. Drinks: We each got a Thai Tea and it was great, not too sweet. And the servers were on the ball in ensuring our water cups were filled the whole time. read more

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I stumbled upon Tanglad while walking around in the Castro, and am glad I went in. Their pulled pork sandwich is tasty! read more

Tanglad - #4 Pork Belly Sandwich - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We stopped by for lunch after a series of failed restaurant attempts in the Castro, and I'm glad we did! My pork vermicelli bowl was refreshing, and their egg rolls were delicious. My boyfriend also enjoyed his banh mi, although we wish it had some pâté. *Also hi Kristen!! read more

Tanglad - 20. Grilled Pork and Imperial Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really cute place but most of the items are "ok". I've tried the noodle soups, banh mi, and garlic noodle plates. Everything is definitely decent and I come here because it's close. If I didn't live a short drive away, I probably wouldn't frequent often. Banh mi feels a bit skimped and can definitely use more of everything. The garlic noodles aren't too garlic tasting and a bit dry. As for the noodle soup, the broth was not bad, but nothing memorable. It's almost like using beef stock and adding noodles. read more

Pretty standard Vietnamese food. Nice to have this option in the Castro, when there aren't many other options for Vietnamese around. I got the combination pho. I liked the beef tendon but the "rare steak" came fully cooked and a bit dry. The soup was tasty enough, but I didn't love the noodles. The fresh spring rolls come cut into thirds which was an interesting touch. I didn't love that their spring roll has some crunchy component in it. Good option if you're in the area with a Vietnamese food craving, but not worth seeking out for Vietnamese food. read more

I ate there twice a while back. The first time, I ordered soup and it was very tasty. The second time I was there, I ordered the same soup and it tasted like dish water. I said something about it and they didn't offer to replace it with something else. It's too bad because I live only 4 blocks away. read more

I really want to like Tanglad since it's so convenient in the Castro, but on both our visits, the food has been so disappointing. Our first visit, we tried the pho and the broth was lukewarm, thin, and salty. Beef was overcooked and dry. Our recent visit, we tried the vermicelli with grilled pork and spring rolls, and the meat was again dry (how is your pork dry?), and the 3 rolls were little stumpy nubs of chewiness. The nuoc mam was watery, and uf, it just didn't work at all. The garlic noodles lacked any garlic flavor and seemed to immediately disappear into a lake of oil. Normally it's an oily dish, to be fair, but there's usually a flavor payoff. Instead, it tasted like a poor rendition of chow mein. The grilled chicken we got with the garlic noodles were...dry (there's a theme here), and the skin of the chicken had already waved goodbye and stayed behind on the grill. Don't be tempted by Tanglad's convenience, and head into the Mission to Thanh Tam II. It's worth the walk! read more

Right in the heart of colorful Castro, you're not going to find many Vietnamese eateries quite like this one. For starters, we were able to customize the spring rolls, choosing shrimp, pork or both. They are obviously made to order, fresh, super delicious and easy to eat - meaning the bendy rice wrap is elastic but soft and easy to bite through. Service overall is prompt, friendly and efficient. Everything, and I mean everything ordered was top notch, with hearty, unique flavors that really speak to you. For example, Hue Style Beef and Pork With pork, brisket flank, tendon, mixed with lemongrass sate and rice noodle red broth. Just like grandma would make it - with love. Grilled Lemongrass Beef and Imperial Rolls Vermicelli menu - beef is smothered with curry like sauce. Tasted this one and it was good. Garlic Noodles with Chicken A magnificent stir fry with fresh veggies (broccoli) and very garlicky garlic noodles. Reminded me of garlic fries at the ballpark... here, the chicken definitely compliments the noodles - not the other way around. Vietnamese Iced Coffee Loved how they are served in jugs and not plastic. It's cold. It's strong. It's exactly what you need. This is a must stop whenever I am in the Castro. My mouth waters just thinking about this experience. read more

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I absolutely love this place. came here with a friend after a long day at work and this meal was exactly what I needed. The restaurant is warm and cozy, with plenty of tables and seating. We got seated right away, and the interior aesthetic is simple + minimalistic. The menu isn't excessively long and prices were very reasonable. The staff were very kind and sweet, and our food came ridiculously fast, within 5-10 minutes. we ordered the chicken pho, combination pho, and spring rolls as an appetizer: - pho: HUGE portion size, there was no skimping out on the noodles or the meat. the noodles were on the thinner side but so soft they melted in your mouth. The meat was thinly sliced and not chewy at all. Broth was warm and rich, and the pho came with plenty of bean sprouts, basil and green onions, which I love. - spring rolls: 2 very incredibly large spring rolls that are sliced into 6 pieces total. There was a lot of filling but that definitely made it harder to pick up and easier to spill out. The peanut sauce that came with it didn't have as thick of a consistency as I expected but was good -- would highly recommend dipping the rolls in the peanut sauce for more flavor Great spot for a warm bowl of noodle soup on a cold rainy day! read more

Tanglad - Chicken pho, combination pho, spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California