Selfishly I wanna give this place 0 stars so I can have it all to myself! I stood in line for maybe ~7min. It was long but moves fast. The half order of soba with dumpling, bean curd, and seaweed is so. Much. Food!! And for only 8! Unreal. The broth is so tasty... I normally bring my lunch every day but now this may be a weekly lil treat for me. read more

$12 for a huge portion of rice, chicken drumsticks (2), one egg, one potato and some good sized carrot pieces. You don't find lunch prices like that anywhere else in SF - such a good deal! The flavor was good and I appreciate that they were generous with the sauce so all my rice was sauced but not overly saucy. Payment is cash or Venmo only, so be prepared. Very nice service and everything was quick. I think I saw sushi for $3.25 on their menu too - think I'll give that a try next time. I saw this placed featured on an SF Gate article and finally had the opportunity to try it out, and yes, I agree that it's an absolute gem. read more

Yo Yo's - Curry chicken before I moved the pieces around - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Wow!, Not a typical SF spot!! Though it reminded me of a NY city Vietnamese place.. I went on Tuesday I gotta say the line was respectful to the corner popular spot moves quick! Ambiance and service was great food quality was very very good I wanted more spice.. I recommend 1/2 orders it's plenty Soba and curry chicken!! read more

It's a small shop front with some snacks you can buy but also lunch offerings. They are cash and Venmo only. They had many sushi roll offerings as well as udon and chicken teriyaki. I took the shop owners suggestion and got the udon and one order of salmon sushi rolls that came out to about 13$. The food was great and very filling especially for the price! I went around 1 and there was no line and was in and out in around 4 minutes, super quick. Next time I'll ask for another recommendation or I'll do the half order of udon, add dumplings and have a sushi rolls. The full order of udon was definitely more than I needed. Will definitely be back as it's nice to have a good spot to pick up food on the bus line to the office. read more

The owners, Lydia and Joseph, are such kind people. We love coming here because not only is the food reasonably priced for SF, but it's also genuinely delicious. Their curry, udon, and soba are all very flavorful and comforting. You can really tell they care about both the food and their customers. Definitely one of our favorite spots in the city! read more

Incredibly huge portions at an extremely competitive price point! This whole container cost me maybe $14. You don't see prices like these in SF often, especially close to FiDi where most restaurants charge an $25+ for a weekday office lunch. It's takeout only since it's a small counter space. The couple running this restaurant is so sweet and warm. There will definitely be a line during lunch rush, but they are fast and diligent so the wait goes by quick. I really enjoyed my chicken curry also. The carrot was so sweet and flavorful. Office lunches are a little less bleak with Yo Yo's around. read more

Yo Yo's - Chicken curry - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

What a great little shop in San Francisco! Very close to the pier walk and is in close proximity to many things in San Francisco. The two owners were extremely friendly and helpful. Our food was made extremely fast and is such a great price for the giant portion size. I got the full size udon with a dumpling and some chili sauce which was $12, or $9 without the dumpling. It got me pretty full. The udon noodles itself was delicious and the toppings added on it was great. Extremely great service and I will be returning next week! read more

Yo Yo's - Udon - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Before I was into Yelp, in my college days, I had intern at a business downtown that exposed me to hidden restaurants down here like Sai's Vietnamese which now has closed its original location and Old Ship Saloon for some good burgers which I think is still open and this Yo Yo's has been my personal favorite since 20 years ago. So on my day off work I came back to this part of town I haven't visited in years! New business taken places of old storefronts or vacant buildings are kinda sad. Yo Yo's a simple mom and pop, hole in the wall place you won't know about unless you work here weekdays. It doesn't open weekends. They are quick fast preparing your food and personal. It's like having your parents cook for you feeling. . You know the food will be comforting and good. You just have to find a place to eat it, like the park across the street or I went to the TransAmerica Redwoods garden building across the street to eat it. Yummy in my tummy. I am pleased and if I take another trek down here again, I'll surely be back and get the beef curry for $15. Looks good. read more

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Found this gem online & boy I'm glad I did! I got the beef curry and my everything from the tofu, potato, & egg is delicious! The owners, Lydia & Joesph, were so sweet and welcoming too. Will definitely be back :) read more

The nicest couple you'll ever meet. You can see they are busy, but they took the time to greet you. Simple menu, but good and affordable. Have the option of half an order and able to get something else on the side. read more

Super small hole in the wall, mom and pop type spot, great for lunch near FiDi. Cash only, but I think they take Venmo now too (?) The owners take your order while the line builds. They have daily specials like a curry chicken plate with rice. You can order a half size which is $7, and I think the full size is $12. The half size is plenty as they give 1-2 chicken legs. (Mine had 2.) They also have udon options with dumplings. Can't beat this spot for cheap lunch in the neighborhood! Plus the owners are super friendly! Support local businesses! read more

Yo Yo's - Half chicken curry plate was $7 (2 chicken legs in there) plus egg, potato, and carrots - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great place for an affordable and filling lunch near jackson square. love the couple that own and run this place. they dont accept credit card but they now accept venmo for those that dont have cold cash. work lunches have gotten so expensive in SF, but this place keeps it reasonably priced. they have great soba noodles as well as curry plates. There is typically somewhat of a line if you come during lunch time tues-thur, but not too bad. read more

Yo Yo's - Beef curry (not available everyday) - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Stopped for lunch here with my brother and the owner greeted us warmly and put a smile on our faces! We got the soba noodles (hot) and chicken teriyaki and liked that we had the option to pay via Venmo. The owner suggested a nearby park to eat at but my brother had a different spot in mind but it was nice to have the suggestion. The food was delicious and we shared both dishes but the soba noodles was our favorite of the two! I'd eat those soba noodles everyday if I liked or worked nearby! The broth is perfectly salty and savory and the noodles and fillings are the perfect complement. The lunch left is feeling satisfied and was perfect. None of the post lunch slump after this nice meal! This place is a gem! read more

Yo Yo's - Soba and Chicken Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love the udon here - flavorful broth, tempura flakes, seaweed, and of course the very reasonable price Smoked salmon sushi might be a pass for me next time but not bad read more

The fastest service in town and the prices can't be beat. This family owned to-go counter has you in and out in less than 10 minutes. It's Venmo or cash only and the menu is small but there's something for everyone. Pre-made sushi rolls (fish or veggie), warm dumplings (veggie or chicken), and a few hot plates. I've heard great things about the fried chicken. There's nothing much to the space, but the greeting was warm. There were jokes made, laughter, and love to go around. My vegetarian plate was prepared right in front of me. It was piled high with rice, salad, tofu, dumplings and brown rice soaked in a tasty teriyaki sauce. Everything was topped with tempura crunchies for texture. There was a slice of orange to round things out as well. I had leftovers because it was too much food. All this was for $10! You need to stop here if you're in the area and need food fast, cheap, and tasty. read more

Yo Yo's - Vegetarian plate (brown rice, dumpling, tofu, seaweed, and orange slice) at $10 - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

It's a small restaurant operated by friendly couple. You can't beat the great value especially near downtown SF. You feel great supporting small business. read more

I was first introduced to Yo Yo's on my first day of working in the city. Since then, I've been going back at least once a week now! The owners are soo soo nice and accommodating and are very genuine with every customer they serve. My favorite is their beef curry and they always give you a huuuge portion size so you definitely will have leftovers. They also have very affordable sushi and other sides that are great for snacks or light meals! Many people get their udon or soba which are very popular but if you're looking for something that will fill you up, I highly recommend the curry! Please support this local business anytime you are in the area! The owners are so sweet! read more

Yo Yo's - Curry - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delicious food, great portions, and affordable price - trifecta! The couple that run this place are kind and hilarious but also don't have time for BS (and will let you know haha). It's a small shop so know what you want before you queue up. Cash or Venmo. I really love this place. read more

Food: Avocado maki: 3.5/5. The overall quality (especially the seaweed) was a bit lacking. Rice was a little squishier/softer than I was expecting for a maki. Chicken teriyaki (half portion): 4/5 It tasted just as advertised, nothing crazy. The rice was cooked just right, the chicken was juicy and flavorful with the teriyaki sauce. The side salad was also delicious. The portion is pretty big considering its a "half portion" so you really get a bang outta your buck here! Ambiance + service: 4/5 Only because there is no seating. Service was super fast and the owners are super nice! Parking: Very difficult.. Good luck finding a spot within walking distance. Overall: You get what you pay for and these prices truly cannot be beat in SF. I would definitely come again if I could! read more

Yo Yo's - Avocado Maki and Chicken Teriyaki (half portion) - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Small mom and pop shop selling very affordable food to go. They have prepared sushi and bento boxes as well as hot food made-to-order. We tried their udon and soba (literally a steal for $4) and curry rice, which was massive and came with a lot of rice, sauce, and meat. The folks working there are very friendly and welcoming. Lastly, they DO ACCEPT VENMO so no worries if you don't have cash. read more

Last time I was here was in 1999, when I was still working at Keker & Van Nest. Today, I was at 630 Sansome for my client's USCIS interview. On the way to the BART station, I saw something familiar and decided to walk-in. The two owners are still there happily serving their noodle soup and sushi rolls. Prices have significantly changed, yet still a great value for lunch. I opted for my usual--sobe noodles with wakame, tempura flavor and bean curd as toppings. Still hits the spot! read more

Yo Yo's - Soba noodles soup with tempura flavor, wakame and bean curd toppings. - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Yo Yo's is such a wonderful neighborhood, hole-in-the-wall place to get absolutely delicious Japanese curries, udon, and teriyaki chicken. My favorite dish, their beef curry, is available only on Mondays and Thursdays, and is absolutely worth making a special trip. It has a piece of tofu, potato, hard boiled egg, and tender, slow cooked pieces of beef on top of a bed of white or brown rice. It is spicy, which I love! The husband and wife team who run the business and make all of the food could not be sweeter. They remember your name, your preferences, and make it feel like you are getting a home cooked meal from family. The prices are also very reasonable for the quantity and quality of food you get. A total gem! read more

A locally owned place with a very friendly couple running it. Takeout only. Venmo or cash only. A full order of udon ($9) would definitely be enough to feed one person. You can also get dumplings with it and they'll put it together with the soup and noodles. The broth is very flavorful and all the ingredients are delicious! I just wish it was easier to spread the ingredients out, since the takeout container is very vertical and hard to mix. I tried their teriyaki chicken once and it was just alright. It just tasted pretty basic to me. Their sushi is also decent. I usually get a 6 piece as a small bite on the side. read more

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Came here for a quick bite for my kid before camp and after the eclipse! What a hidden little gem!!! Not a place to come and sit and eat. It is a TO GO place but there is one little table with two chairs. The couple are so amazing, welcoming, and caring!!! The food is delish and ready to go in just seconds! My daughter got the half teriyaki chicken and we got two orders of gyoza. The total was $12!!!! Then because they are so sweet they gave me a small sample of their beef curry. It has a little to good kick depending on your threshold for spice but the flavor is really good and the beef is super tender!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you stop by!!! read more

Yo Yo's - I got a small sample of their beef curry! - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Love, love, love their curry (they have curry of the day, often chicken) and the Udon (they also make it for me without the noodle when I just need the soup comfort). Friendly, hole in the wall. My ultimate yummy, casual food and so comforting!!! read more

a tiny takeout, cash-only japanese stall with super cheap meals. the udon broth was pretty good and noodles were very similar to the ones I had in kyoto (thinner than most udon noodles here). the chicken curry was just okay though, not spicy enough and wish there was more curry. but both of these were ~$12 total :") read more

Yo Yo's - Udon, chicken curry - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Love the husband and wife duo! They make excellent food with very fair prices. Very fresh every time I come in for lunch and easy to order. Service is fast even when there is a line. I recommend the noodles and teriyaki chicken rice platter! read more

Yo Yo's - Chicken Teriyaki platter half order and dumplings! - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came across this place while looking for something to eat before my job assignment nearby. The food was affordable and delicious for my stomach and my wallet. I would recommend the place for people who work around the area and looking for something to grab and go. The couples are friendly and talkative. They will be glad to see you visit them. read more

For San Francisco, I would have expected better from Yo Yo's. My wife on the other hand thinks I'm spoiled by superior Japanese food. If you do eat at Yo Yo's, order the Cold or Hot Soba not the plates. The chicken teriyaki and chicken curry to me tasted like my elementary kid cooked it and it didn't taste right. The flavors were light and the egg was tough. The workers were nice and the prices were as expected for the area. Drink selection was good and my family was able to pick out their favorite bottled drink. The restaurant is for to go orders only so plan to eat somewhere like the park nearby. read more

Yo Yo's - Chicken Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

No line on Tues at 10 AM. Street parking available IF you are lucky. I think they make a certain amount of food each day because I bought 6 packages of sushi and they said they may be able to close early lol. Note that this is a takeout restaurant with no tables to dine in. The miso soup has warming flavors of umami in each sip. Great for the cold, windy weather we've been having. Not sure if it was deep-fried tofu or bean curd skin, but either way, it tasted like home. You'll probably need 2 packages of sushi from their fridge to feel full but definitely a good deal! I liked the unagi roll the best out of the CA and salmon rolls. CA roll had a tiny bit of wasabi in it. The Itoen Matcha Green Tea + Milk drink was decent. Has a deep, grassy, bitterness to it. Yo Yo's is a great local spot to support. read more

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Hole in the wall takeout corner serving up udon, soba, sushi, and curry chicken. Great casual place to stop by if you're looking for some quick and easy Japanese food with very friendly and helpful owners! read more

I only recently learned you can get a half order of the chicken curry special for $7!! The chicken has great roasted flavor, carrot and potato are comforting, I appreciate the egg for more protein. The beef curry special is not available as half order as it's already in three smaller container. read more

Ordered via TGTG app and had a wonderful experience. I felt so bad bc I was running late to pick up my order coming from a later than expected dr appt and traffic but the owner was SO kind to wait for me. When we arrived, he was all smiles and so happy to give us the order. The food was super fresh and loved the variety. Mom loved the unagi roll and potstickers...and she's hard to please! Seaweed salad was also tasty and everything was satisfying. Have been here in the past and love how the food is inexpensive so that we can try multiple items. This a great grab and go place and look forward to returning again. read more

Yo Yo's - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had YoYo back 6-7 years ago when I worked in Fidi. Back then there were lines 10-14 people deep. Post pandemic YoYos is still around the owners are still going strong. Stopped by for lunch and it was delicious. Highly recommend and will be back FYI: Cash only but worth it! read more

Yo Yo's - YoYo = YumYum! - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you're in the neighborhood and am craving homey Asian foods such as curry, soba, udon, sushi then Yo Yo's is the location for your Lunch OOO calendar invite. While there wasn't anything to write home about their hot soba, the owner was personable as he pointed out that they also take Venmo besides cash and thanked me for my purchase. Mom-and-pops like Yo Yo's are sparse nowadays but the price tag, service, defined menu make up for the trip to Japantown, and disclaimer: always say yes to the chili flakes! read more

Yo Yo's - a plastic cup filled with noodles and vegetables - Japanese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We were in the city for work across the street from Yo Yo's. The reviews I read were good so I gave it a try. The food was delicious and the couple who own it could not be more sweet and appreciative of your business. The soba and udon soups are amazing and they come with dumplings and the portions are ridiculous. Their chicken teriyaki was excellent as well as their sushi rolls. I went here several times for lunch (it's only takeout) and highly recommend. read more

Real people, the sweetest couple. You're going to get authentic, fairly priced food here. I got the chicken curry and it was delicious

Simple restaurant with no frills and got takeout. Super friendly, fast, and budget friendly food that's delicious. I tried the udon and teriyaki chicken. It's nice you can get different sizes of orders. Food is hearty, flavorful and filling. The noodles were good texture and liked the flavor of the broth. read more

They claim they can make their soba soup "gluten-free" but it isn't -- I ate there and was sick after (though the soba was sure tasty before I got sick). Later I learned that they use regular soy sauce in the broth which got me wondering if they're even certain their soba noodles are gluten-free. They just left off the tempura flakes and called it "gluten-free" even though it wasn't. Beware. read more

Love this place with all my heart - tasty, affordable, and the kindest souls working here