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    Tender Greens

    3.5 (509 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    kids bolognese
    Jazlene T.

    Ultimately great service and yummy food. This is my go-to spot during lunch. I regularly enjoy their soups and kids size meals since I can't finish their large portions. You can download the app for rewards and quick access. It's cute inside! They decorate for the holidays and there's indoor or outdoor seating. A lot of people tend to pick up orders. The bolognese was really good, they have a vegetarian option available as well.

    CHIPOTLE BARBECUE CHICKEN
    Kristina S.

    Very disappointed to be gifted lunch. Only to see the merchant isn't being sanitary when working with food. This isn't fast food, stay by quality.

    Had to wash the dirt and sand off the salad Tender Greens served me (and my whole office). $20 for wash-them-yourself greens.

    How little quality control would it take for a restaurant called "Tender Greens" to serve a $20 lunch with dirty sand-laden salad greens? Absolutely disgusting and inedible. I went ahead and washed the lettuce myself because I hate food waste, but I'll never eat here again. The Mozzerella tomato sandwich was soaked in oil, add some gritty, unwashed lettuce and a cookie and charge $20? Insane. And my whole office was served these sandboxes for lunch. Nice work, Tender Greens. If a kitchen staff is inclined to serve food that is not properly cleaned, what does that tell you about the establishment?

    chicken pesto pasta
    Tarini S.

    came here for a late lunch and ordered the chicken pesto pasta, salmon bowl with grilled veggies and roasted potatoes, a side of mashed potatoes, and some lemonade. lemonade was nice, fresh and not too sweet and the entrees were pretty standard but tasted great. service was excellent- the lady who took our order was helpful and talkative. lots of indoor seating with well spaced out tables and light music in the background. would definitely come back!

    Grilled Salmon Salad
    Richard G.

    I've walked past this restaurant a hundred times but never really gave it a chance. I finally decided to give it a shot and I wasn't disappointed. This place is great. My wife and I ordered the Grilled Salmon Salad and the Chicken Harvest Salad. Both of the salads were equally tasty and surprisingly very filling. I'll definitely come back and explore the menu for other yummy dishes.

    Mellie M.

    Tender Greens always hits the spot when I'm craving something fresh and hearty! I ordered the Cobb Salad and my friend got the Grilled Salmon plate -- both were super flavorful and generously portioned. The ingredients tasted fresh, and the grilled bread was perfectly toasted. The side of veggies was a nice touch too -- cooked just right with a little crunch. Only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is that the wait was a bit longer than expected, but the food definitely made up for it. Overall, a great lunch spot with healthy options that don't compromise on taste. Will definitely be back!

    thai bowl with grilled steak
    Steffan A.

    Review is purely on the food -- loved this bowl and will order it again very soon. Steak was cooked great! The balance between the steak, freshness and citrus from of the lil salad, and warmth of the sushi rice with toasted coconut shavings on it was perfect. Generous portion of steak, I'd say about 6oz maybe a little less. Normally bowls like this skimp out on the protein so I was very happy with it. They have a nutritional guide available online! Perfect for someone like myself because I track all my food (as much as I can). I will probably come here over Sweetgreen next time around

    Kitchen area
    Clark F.

    If you're looking for healthy food that's fast and casual in downtown San Francisco, you've only got a few options--and one of the best is Tender Greens. I like the health consciousness, greenery, and organic produce over at MIXT a bit better, but here they've got many more options. In particular, they offer several different types of healthy protein, including decent salmon, and they also include the calorie count. It's also a really cool atmosphere, with lots of cartoons on the walls and bright lighting that gives it a lively, fun vibe. The staff isn't super friendly or warm the way they are at MIXT--a relatively small point, but worth noting. And special bonus: super healthy purple potatoes

    Agua fresca, tomato mozzarella sandwich, roasted potatoes
    Sarah R.

    Tender Greens are only in California?! I don't know why I just assumed they were nationwide because there are so many in SoCal - but I was in SF with a bunch of colleagues from all over the country and they hadn't heard of TGs. At this location there is seating indoor and outdoors and is very walkable if you're nearby. Be careful during lunch time - literally right when we sat down the line was all of a sudden out the door and tons of people crowding to grab their pick up orders. The chaos was real. Still, the staff were calm and kind. Their menu is full of fresh, super tasty, healthy meals. I got the tomato mozzarella sandwich with roasted potatoes and agua fresca. The potatoes lacked flavor but the sandwich and agua fresca were excellent!

    DO NOT ORDER FROM HERE. I ordered lunch for 15 people via UberEats 4 days prior to the meeting date. Delivery was supposed to be today, between 11:30 am - 12:00 pm. No phone call. No email. I checked the order status, and the order was cancelled at 10:45 am. Seriously? I am an Exec Assistant and if I don't come through, it reflects terribly on me. I could get fired. Let me say it again - I could get fired for not providing lunch to 15 people, which included my C-Suite. I will never give my business to Tender Greens again.

    Fried Chicken Sandwich and macaroni
    Jasmine T.

    I visited Tender Greens for lunch and it was a great experience. I was delighted to see the biz is woman-owned and was easy to find in San Fran's busy downtown area. I went for the fried chicken sandwich with a side of mac and cheese. The sandwich had a fresh slaw on top that was really good. The mac and cheese needed salt, but it was still creamy and cheesy. There's plenty of seating both inside and outside, though it was a bit too chilly for us to sit outside this time. The service was swift and the staff was friendly. Overall, an easy choice to curb mid day cravings.

    Blue zone bowl with grilled salmon
    Stephanie S.

    Great fast causal spot for lunch. I got the blue zone bowl which had lentils, cauliflower, and purple potatoes and I added salmon. The bowl was very significant in size and I had plenty to take home. It came with some type of chipotle crema, which really tied the entire bowl together. The potatoes were the perfect balance between soft and crispy. I also got the carrot cupcake which was just okay. It was kind of dense and felt more like a muffin. A nice sweet treat nonetheless. If you're in a hurry be sure to get here just before the lunch rush which seemed to be right at 12:00. Arrived at about 11:55 and as we were waiting for our food, I looked up and the place was packed out of nowhere: They were moving pretty quickly though, so you may be okay even if you are short on time. Although the portion was big, I didn't feel too full or gross after my meal.

    mint lemonade drink
    Paulita E.

    Dropped in to pick up a late lunch and ended up grabbing both lunch and dinner to go. The lady at the counter had great customer service and helped me make some selections. She offered me a drink while I was waiting which was perfect so I didn't have to pull out my phone and check on Yelp. Everything was plated very well and the meals were great. Thanks again.

    3 small pieces of chicken for $18+

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    Grilled salmon plate was spot on exactly what I was expecting. Fresh, good portions, package well for delivery.

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    Thank you for choosing Tender Greens!

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    Thrilled to hear it hit the spot, Jasmine!

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    We hope to see you again! Thank you!

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    Thank you, Isabella for the review and for choosing Tender Greens!

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    Thanks for being a loyal fan, Hillari!

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    Thanks Gregory for the glowing review! Glad to hear you are a fan!

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    Thanks, Sayana! We look forward to hearing which items you try next!

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    MIXT

    MIXT

    3.5
    (287 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Came to the viral sensation of eating healthy at this location and boy it was very tasty ... fresh…read moresustainable ingredients... warm or cold do your your way .. or their way ... either way your won't be disappointed.... Warm and inviting in the heart of Sf ... staff and management are very welcoming .. my guy who did my version of a Greek salad did not disappoint... 10/10 ... very spacious location too for one or for a small party .. come and try Mixt .. where bold flavors awaits to meet you pallet .

    I came in specifically for the seasonal items and let me tell you... mission fully accomplished…read more My two picks were the Sonoma Salad and the Bangkok Bowl, and WOW -- both delivered in totally different (but equally amazing) ways. If you're craving something refreshing, light, and fruity, the Sonoma is a must. The pears take it to the next level and give it that perfect sweet, crisp bite that makes every forkful feel extra refreshing. It's the kind of bowl you order when you want to feel bright and satisfied. Now if you're in the mood for something warm, crunchy, and nutty, the Bangkok Bowl is your girl. The texture, the richness, the cozy vibes -- chef's kiss. It's hearty without being heavy and hits all the comfort-food notes. And can we talk about portions?! These bowls are NO joke. I swear I made a huge dent in mine, looked down thinking I was almost done... only to realize I basically still had a whole second meal left. Instant take-home win. On top of all that, the staff is super friendly, the space is clean, bright, and welcoming, and the whole experience just feels good from start to finish. I came for the seasonal menu but I'll definitely be back for everything else too. If you're debating what to order: Sonoma for fresh + fruity, Bangkok for warm + crunchy -- you truly can't go wrong!

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    MIXT

    MIXT

    3.8
    (25 reviews)
    4.1 mi

    I'm actually giving this spot a 3.5 but rounding up to 4 because the Agua Fresca was excellent as…read morewell as portion sizes and packaging were on point for delivery. So while I can't speak to in person service or decor the delivery is on point. My peachy salad was just ok. The chicken was cold and not crunchy, and the cornbread crumbles were not crunchy at all, like kind of in between stale and crunchy... weird combo. Peaches and pickled onions were awesome though. The dressings that it came with which were a bbq sauce and some type of special ranch also were a weird combo, glad it was on the side vs in the salad itself otherwise I'm not sure I would have eaten it. Crispy cauliflower was good but definitely not crispy at all! Probably got softer on delivery but definitely not something that should be advertised as crispy when it's not... The saving item was my carrot ginger agua fresca- this was amazing! Loved it, that gets a 5/5. Food is 3/5.

    I've now been 3 times and each time it just was nothing impressive and definitely not worth $20+…read more This most recent visit I ordered their steak salad with caramelized onions and croutons - big miss here. Steak was barely flavorful, quite cold even though it was "cooked on the spot". The caramelized onions were cold and nothing out of this world - if anything because they were chilled, they lost a bit of their flavoring. The croutons were nonexistent, I almost had to go back and ask if they could add some until I found 3-4 at the very bottom of my bowl. A lot of greens which was good, good serving there. I got a side of focaccia and that was delicious (do wish they offered to toast it a bit, it'd be that much more yummy!). As for my other visits, same applies - unfortunately it's just an overpriced salad I know I can make better at home. Not to mention 1 of my visits was a pickup order and they completely forgot my dressing on the side. All in all, I am very let down by this place. Dare I say I love and prefer it to be Sweet Green. Bummer, I really was happy to have this in the area.

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    FALAF 2.0 SALAD (vegan)
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    Kitava

    Kitava

    4.4
    (683 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    Kitava is one of those places I find myself craving again and again. It's consistently fresh,…read moreflavorful, and satisfying without ever feeling heavy -- and honestly, that kind of reliability is rare. My go-to is the build-your-own bowl, which never disappoints. Everything tastes intentional and well-balanced. The chicken nuggets are another favorite -- perfectly crispy, juicy, and seriously addictive. But the real star for me is the drinking broth. I crave it. It's warm, comforting, deeply flavorful, and somehow feels both nourishing and indulgent at the same time. I order it almost every visit. Every experience here has been so good that I'm determined to try everything on the menu eventually. If you're looking for food that feels wholesome but still hits those comfort-food cravings, Kitava delivers every single time.

    I was really looking forward to trying this place, the menu looked great and the reviews had me…read moreexcited. Unfortunately I never got to eat here because of how they handled a phone order. When I called to place a pickup order, I was asked for my full credit card number and expiration date before I'd even finished ordering. I went along with it, but when they then asked for my CVV code too, I got uncomfortable and stopped. No legitimate phone ordering system needs your CVV read aloud over the phone; that's the kind of information you only enter yourself on a secure, encrypted checkout page. Asking for it verbally is a red flag for how they're handling (or storing) customer payment data. On top of that, the location was too busy for me to just park and order in person instead. I really wanted to try the food, but I'm not comfortable giving out full card details over the phone to a stranger, and I don't think other customers should be asked to either. Hoping they switch to a secure payment process so I can come back and actually try the menu

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    Inside decor is lovely
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    Healthyish Republic

    Healthyish Republic

    4.5
    (201 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    Healthy dining
    LGBTQ friendly

    Delicious and super fresh salad. Yummy hummus…read more Great and friendly staff. Definitely Healthyish and Delicious

    I really wanted to like this place, but unfortunately, it was a disappointment. I ordered takeout,…read moreand when I arrived, my food was ready on time. The restaurant itself made a great first impression. It was clean, organized, and even had a nice little area set up for social media photos. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the presentation. I ordered the Mediterranean Bowl with Greek chicken. The chicken was dry, and it was obvious the seasoning had been sprinkled on after it was cooked instead of being cooked into the meat. I also ordered the Brussels sprouts and fried cauliflower. The Brussels sprouts looked perfectly crispy, which is exactly how they should have been, but they were soft and soggy instead. To make matters worse, the sauce was packed inside the same container, so the steam made them even soggier while also heating the small plastic sauce container inside. The fried cauliflower was equally disappointing. It looked crispy because of its golden brown color, but there wasn't a bit of crunch. Instead, it was oddly firm, almost al dente, making it feel more undercooked than fried. I also tried the garlic chicken soup, expecting something similar to Avgolemono. Instead, it was a thin, watered down broth with the same dry chicken pieces from the Mediterranean Bowl tossed in. The pita bread served with it was honestly the worst part of the meal and the only thing I threw away. Nothing was completely inedible, but for more than $60 worth of takeout, I expected food that matched the clean, inviting atmosphere of the restaurant. Sadly, this experience fell well short of that, and it's not a place I'll be returning to.

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    Wildseed

    Wildseed

    4.5
    (1.8k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    I first visited Wildseed a few months ago, and while the food was fantastic, the service truly made…read morethe experience unforgettable. Daniel took care of us and recommended a pasta that ended up being one of the best dishes we had. His thoughtful recommendations, genuine hospitality, and warm personality elevated the entire evening and made it a truly memorable experience. We came back last night and were so excited to see Daniel again! He remembered us, made us feel incredibly welcome, and crafted an absolutely delicious lychee cocktail. Highly recommend Wildseed for both the amazing food and exceptional hospitality. A special shout-out to Daniel for always going above and beyond!

    The kitchen here deserves 5 stars, but the floor service dragged the experience down…read more The food was absolute perfection! We loved the mushroom taco, an incredible blend of flavors and textures. The beetroot appetizer was a brilliant, tasty idea. Sitting outdoors in the great weather was a bonus, though the indoor ambiance looks wonderful too. Unfortunately, our waitress was completely uninterested and slow. It felt like she didn't care about any tables in her section, to the point where I actually had to walk up to the reception just to get a water refill. Big kudos to the chefs for carrying the restaurant! I'd definitely give this spot another shot (or at least try their other locations and hope they have friendly staff)

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