A hidden gem! The highlight of this visit to Cajun Bowl was the shrimp and lobster Mac and cheese…read more It was full of flavor, seasoned to the max, and rich. This is a casual spot that isn't too fancy if you're in the mood for some seafood. Parking was extremely easy since it's at a plaza and just a few minutes out from SF. I would recommend coming out here for a yummy seafood bite. The staff were very friendly and welcoming!

Tried Cajun Bowl in San Bruno for pickup and man, these guys are FAST. Ordered ahead and the food…read morewas ready in about 10 minutes. Everything tasted fresh and hot. We ordered the $75 seafood bowl and it even came with a free seafood pasta, which was a nice bonus. The seafood boil itself was really good, flavorful, and packed with seafood. Only thing was the Ultimate sauce was definitely spicier than expected even though I asked for mild. Still tasty, just had more kick than anticipated. The free seafood pasta was okay, but the pasta was a little overcooked and could've used way more garlic flavor. Maybe it was rushed because they got the order out so quickly. Overall though, solid spot for seafood boils, fast service, fresh food, and good portions. I'd come back again.

Looking for some great cajun food in San Francisco? Then head over to PoBoys Kitchen on Potrero…read moreHill. We stopped in for lunch and sat outside on a sunny Spring day. Friendly, welcoming service, great recommendations on some of their local favorites. Definitely worth the visit if you're in the area for lunch. Recommendations: (1) Jambalaya. Chicken & Andouille and Seafood & Andouille. Both were excellent. (2) PoBoy Sandwich. I ordered mine with the fried shrimp. So good!

Faithful customer here! Martin and team can never do anything wrong. Each catered order gets better…read moreand better. We ordered the cod fish this time with our order.... And MAN!!! Probably some of the best cod I'd ever had. As always, delicious. Again and again highly recommended!

Went to Brenda's recently for an early dinner. It was one of those warm muggy days so I ordered a…read morespecial pineapple coconut calamansi soda, so fancy! My main is the shrimp and cheesy grits with an addictive tomato bacon gravy. I also ordered 2 grilled oysters with bbq sauce. For dessert, I had the perfect warm banana chocolate chip bread pudding with a side of whip. I've always had attentive friendly service from the staff. The dining room has a laid back vibe with working ceiling fans. Brenda's is a great place to try tastes of New Orleans.

One thing I appreciate about Brenda's is that even on a busy Friday night, we've been seated with…read morevery little wait. The Bloody Marys are delicious, they have a solid beer and wine selection, and the service is warm and friendly. Now for the not-so-amazing. The coleslaw is bland, watery, and served in a little plastic takeout container. The small tables feel cluttered with oversized sugar, salt and pepper shakers, bowls of foil-wrapped butter, extra utensils, napkins, and hot sauce, leaving very little room for your meal. Even the water is served in large plastic cups, which makes it feel more like a backyard cookout than a restaurant. The catfish po' boy is flavorful, but it's built in a way that's difficult to eat. My first two bites were nothing but bread, the third was tomato, and it wasn't until the fourth bite that I finally got to the catfish--by then the tomato had already slipped out. It's delicious, but you'll probably have an easier time tackling it with a fork and knife. Overall, there's a lot of heart at Brenda's. The food is comforting, the atmosphere is welcoming, and despite a few quirks, it's a place I keep coming back to when I'm craving Southern comfort food.

Delicious. I will definitely be back. Employees are great. Everything is clean in organized.read more

When I first walked in, I was struck by how dirty the glass entryway was before going upstairs. A…read morefly was buzzing around my face right at the start. As I climbed the stairs, the smell was off-putting. Once I entered the buffet area, it got worse. One buffet table was even propped up by a dirty rag. The booths had food splattered inside and out, and none of the windows were clean. Even the napkin dispensers looked grimy. The food safety was concerning. The food in the chafers weren't hot, It didn't feel like safe temperatures were maintained at all. I ordered a glass of red wine, and even the glass was dirty. Frankly, I couldn't believe this place would pass a health inspection. I was genuinely worried about getting sick. I stuck to salad and strawberries, 1 tried the shrimp but it was mushy and unpleasant. It's unbelievable how much this buffet cost for what we got absolutely NOT worth the money. You could spend the same or less elsewhere for a far better seafood experience. This place was disgusting NEVER AGAIN!

Seafood Station! This a family owned and run business and they are really sweet and offer GREAT…read morequality seafood. This is a clean small place with 8 tables and few bar tops. I ordered the baja tacos to-go. They come with two fried fish tacos and a side salad. Ok the side salad has a simple but delicious vinegrette! This order was also so big I could've shared with another person. You would think two tacos and a small side salad is enough for one person but the tacos were HUGE! The service was great and attentive but most importantly they have FRESH & QUALITY seafood! They have salads, pastas, seafood boils, sandwiches and a decent kids menu. A must try if you are in the Bernal Heights area!

Let me start by saying my wife has eaten here many times and really likes the food..and the many…read morereturning customers while we were there the other day is a very good sign. I had steamed mussels with fries. There were not enough mussels because they were huge and the sauce was more a broth and not at all flavorful enough. I usually love sopping up every last drop of the juice. But the really disappointing aspect of our dinner was the service. There were 3 people behind the service station. All of them need a training course on how to pay attention to paying customers. Instead they were all engrossed in private conversation with each other or with one particular customer. And one of the staff was simply intimidating, and very very loud. I suspected his behavior may have been chemically induced. Our waitress was very sweet, cheerful and helpful when we could catch her attention. But as I said a 15 minute training exercise each evening before starting work would work wonders. Like look around each customer every time you are not doing anything. And the more senior staff member was just uninterested and perhaps a little grumpy. So the food was blah, more flavor in the broth would help, and ok but at today's prices a "dinner out" has to be about more than just the food.

Spacious dumpling and cajun seafood restaurant in South SF. The food portions are great in size! I…read moreespecially loved the orange chicken with grapefruit slices inside the mixture- tangy, savory and delicious! The service was good- the restaurant was pretty empty when we went which made for quick turnaround time.

Was EXTREMELY disappointed in the quality of their food tonight…read more I've been here before a few years ago and the food was good. They also had soup dumplings back then too. Now they don't have ANY SOUP dumplings! We had a table of 5 for dinner. We ordered their house special chow mein, garlic noodles, spicy chicken dumplings, egg roll, orange chicken, broccoli beef, chicken taco, and beef taco. All the food we ordered was mediocre at best. I've had frozen Chinese food from Trader Joe's that taste better than what was served tonight. What a true disappointment. Wouldn't come back here unfortunately.

Shaking Crab is a great choice if you're in the mood for seafood. The food is flavorful,…read morewell-seasoned, and always satisfying. The prices are reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, which makes it an easy pick when you want a solid seafood spot without overpaying. The atmosphere is lively, and the whole experience feels fun and relaxed. If you're looking for a reliable restaurant for seafood, this is definitely a place worth visiting.

Our favorite shaking crab location. Service very friendly & quick! Food always comes out hot and…read morefresh, & the sauces are saucing

There are very few restaurants that are as important to me as The Front Porch. It's a place my…read morefriends and I only come to about once a year. It's an annual tradition that we've held since 2019. My Southern friends would say this is the closest you can get to New Orleans in San Francisco and they're probably right. This dimly lit, quirky, old fashioned hole in the wall is a special place. The service is always great and the owner always comes to say hello if he's there. They are about to celebrate their 20th anniversary and one can see why. They make the best fried chicken in town! Not just great fried chicken, but other great dishes as well. We always start with fried okra and fried pickles. The fried okra is always cooked to perfection, and never slimy! The fried pickles are thin, crispy with a spicy remoulade that pairs perfectly. The corn bread comes with a delicious, sweet butter and the Red Beans and Rice with Andouille is not to be missed. The mashed potatoes and gravy and Mac and cheese are always ordered along with a bucket of fried chicken. The fried chicken here is crunchy, juicy and full of flavor. I also love their spiced popcorn. I have tried their Collard Greens, but they're not really our thing so we never order them. Please come and support this great, local business in the Outer Mission! It's worth it!

The Front Porch is one of those places that gets everything right. The food is creative,…read morecomforting, and packed with flavor, blending Southern-inspired classics with a distinctly San Francisco personality. Every dish feels thoughtfully prepared and beautifully balanced. The atmosphere is lively without being overwhelming, warm without being pretentious, and the staff are attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming. Whether you're stopping in for brunch, dinner, or drinks with friends, it feels like the kind of neighborhood restaurant every city wishes it had. Great food, great service, and a memorable experience from start to finish. The Front Porch is well worth a visit and deserves a spot on any San Francisco dining list.