37 Best Asian Restaurants in San Francisco

“An absolute SF classic that lives up to the hype! The English cut prime rib was perfectly aged, tender, and juicy, spun tableside from the silver dome cart—pure theater. Loved the Yorkshire pudding, creamed spinach, and that massive baked potato. Cocktails are strong and old-school. The retro vibe with white tablecloths feels like stepping back in time. Reservations essential, but it's worth it for a special occasion meat-lover's feast.“

“Always delicious and awesome service!!!!“

“Service was fast and efficient. Food was good.“

“This was my second time here it and it was just as good as I remember. Our server was attentive and kindly helped us find the best vegan items on the menu. The ambience is cozy, and it was busy without feeling overwhelming. Def will be coming back!“

“I was pleasantly surprised by this spot! We ordered the noodles and dumplings, and everything was delicious. We spent about $100 for 3 people (no drinks), which felt fair for the quality. The space is small and very clean—perfect for a casual meal or a small group. I’ll definitely be back! The cucumbers were my favorite!!“

“We loved our experience at Kothai Republic! The staff were lovely and gave great menu suggestions. All the food we tried was incredibly delicious. Seriously, every single one. Will definitely be recommending here to others and cannot wait to come back!“

“Amazing food!! I got the crossing bridge soup and the flavor was so rich. There are a few soups that are gluten-free, just mention to the server so they can let you know what sides to avoid that come with the soup. Service was so fast! Portions are very generous with super reasonable prices. Will 100% be coming back.“

“The food was absolutely delicious. I've been to other Burma restaurants and the food is always good but Teakwood's was even better! It felt a bit more elevated yet still casual. I'm totally going back there over other Burma restaurants!“

“We went here for dinner yesterday, the food and service was absolutely incredible! I can’t believe how each dish had so many great flavors. We ordered several dishes ranging from vegetarian to meats, all were spectacular! Thank you for introducing Burma food to us!“

“I visited Mashita Galbi Jjim on a Sunday evening around 6 PM with a party of four, and to my surprise, there was no wait—we were seated right away. With only two staff members working the floor, the restaurant still managed a steady rhythm of service. The space itself is inviting, with a high ceiling that makes it feel airy, a clean bathroom (always a plus), and a generally cozy environment that sets the stage for a comfortable meal.

For food, we ordered two dishes: the pork tonkatsu and their signature galbi jjim. The tonkatsu arrived quickly, golden and crispy, delivering the kind of satisfying crunch and savory bite you’d expect from a well-executed cutlet. The galbi jjim, however, was a different story. It took about 30 minutes to reach our table, which seems to be the norm based on observing other tables. While the wait did build anticipation, it also disrupted the pacing of the meal. When it did arrive, the flavors were solid—rich, hearty, and braised with care—but not quite at the level of depth or complexity I’ve had elsewhere. Personally, I still prefer Daeho’s version, which leans more memorable in both flavor and overall experience.

Service was professional and efficient given the limited staff, though not particularly warm or engaging. It felt more functional than personal, but everything we needed was taken care of without issue.

In terms of ambiance, Mashita balances casual comfort with a slightly polished feel, making it a nice spot for a relaxed meal with friends or family.

Value-wise, the restaurant is fairly priced for the quality and portion sizes. While the food is solid and the dining experience smooth overall, I didn’t find it compelling enough to make this my go-to spot for galbi jjim.

Final verdict: 4/5. A reliable option with cozy ambiance and decent execution, but not quite distinctive enough to stand out in a city with strong competition.“

“Assorted bao was fabulous. Please open a location in Minneola!!!“

“Arrived around 1:45 on a Friday and got seated right away for 1. Wanted to get their jian bing but ended up craving something warm and soupy since it was chilly and raining outside so I got the three flavor dumplings with soup (pork, shrimp, and chive)!

Broth is super light and comforting, dumplings were chewy and had a rly good amount of filling, so even though the dumplings came less than u would get if u didn’t order it with soup (I believe 8 vs 10), it filled me up well! Price was super reasonable as well, only cost around $13 with tax and tip. Would come again if I’m around the area for something light and quick!“

“Dropped in for late lunch. Quick service, great food.“

“What a great experience! I especially love the chicken Goyza, pork dim sum and the Xiao Long Bao. I can’t wait to go back! Chef Suz ATX“

“Been coming since they first open and I know and read it’s hit or miss on service depends on the day and person working but for my years of experience I’ve always enjoyed it. As long they get the usual food I order right and on time, on top of that food and dessert is good than this place is a four star for me. They don’t need to check on us or serve us like kings or queens because it’s a Hong Kong dessert house people. It’s not Gary danko with a $$$$ sign. The price is good. I usually get the egg puff which is better than all egg puff location even eggette. The HK milk tea is good but not as good as honk kong, fried garlic chicken wings, soy sauce wings,ham egg sandwich and mix fruits. Oh their green tea ice cream is a no no but vanilla is fine. They use the same batter for the waffle as the egg puff which is so yummy! Moving on that’s my usual order which has kept me going here for years. Wish they open earlier but I know they cater to the late people.“

“Best dumpings ever. Never fails to be delicious. Ordered on Uber eats so many times and I’m never disappointed“

“My absolute go-to spot for authentic Southeast Asian comfort food. This is a true neighborhood hole-in-the-wall gem—it might be sparse (one cook, one server), but they make it work!
Must-Haves: The Roti Pratha and the Singapore Noodles“

“This is a neighborhood favorite of ours. Always excellent in every aspect. Duck noodles, roast duck, bao, greens, and rice is our go-to order. It’s so tasty that we ignore the rest of the menu, which is probably to our detriment. Everything looks delicious and I’m sure it all is. The team here is the best!“

“This is just as bomb as it was years ago when I lived here. Get the garlic edamame. I admit I am biased. I prefer Asian food to all other food. I lived in Asia.. The banh mi sandwich is on point. The noodles are all delicious . Tim is a great server. I’m a little high maintenance. By little I mean a lot. He was super patient with me and accommodating. Thanks Tim!“

“Both the spicy numbing beef tendon and the spicy rib and noodle soup were delicious.“

“Try the steamed rice rolls. We tried the beef brisket rice roll and chose the green onion and mushroom toppings. These are made fresh and took about 5 minutes to cook. The brisket was tender and tasty and if you like spicy food make sure to add the jalapeno soy sauce. This was delicious. Value-wise this was good. Orders are larger than ordering at dim sum restaurants.

Staff was friendly and helpful. Restaurant interior has two counters, seating for five people, no restroom.“

“I had ordered chicken samosa without mayo and chicken lollypop. It was served extremely fresh and hot & the dishes were yummy. Thanks Papa's Kitchen. InshaaAllah I will order again👍“

“Rare SF spot for Singaporean fare.

Had the chilli crab, laksa, otak otak and nasi lemak not pictured here

Nasi lemak was nice and portions were largely.

The crab and mantou rolls can be had here are only available in few places in the city that serve Singaporen chilli crab. The sauce was nice and tangy. We got the tamarind one not the pepper sauce but I think they have both.

The otak otak was ok.

Sambal was also ok.

The laksa was very bland. Not enough coconut milk in the broth.

Overall one or the few places to get Singaporean food in SF. But if you want a lower price point prefer Dabao Singapore.“

“A Chinese friend introduced to this place many, many years ago, rediscovered it recently. Been there a number of times since, food good, prices low. Contrary to some reviews, I do not find staff to be rude, in fact they are friendly and approachable, esp when you are return customer. Husband and wife run the place, they are there all the time, work hard, long hours to make a living. I would recommend to anyone looking for a family restaurant with authentic Chinese cuisine!“

“Solid Chinese yum, not the standard Chinese-American.

Popo Noodles, with rice-wine braised pork belly is savory, soy-based comfort; egg noodles cooked to still-chewy perfection, dressed for flavor but still dry. Pickled Bamboo Shoots add-on, a must, to cut through the light meat fat.

A good option when at Spark Social.“

“Good mix of old school and new school. And really good hot pot broth!!!“

“Kayah by Burma Love is located at Thrive City adjacent to Chase Center, home of the NBA Golden State Warriors. It's a great place to grab dinner & drinks before a Warriors game! Kayah server Burmese street dishes (tea leaf salad, Roti Partha w/ peanut/chili dip, lollipop chicken, ..) and assume signature coaktails“

“Quality food everyone should give them a try ���“

“Absolutely authentic & very fresh food! Customer service is top notch! Their IPA is on point!“

“We are happy we tried this place. The servings are for sharing and quite good. The staff are nice and attentive to the order. I am not sure how authentic the food here but I can tell the quality and taste of the food is very good. :) We will try other food in the menu next time. The price of the food is reasonable. :)“

“First time here per a friend’s recommendation and it did not disappoint. Had the SF restaurant week special - tea leaf salad, laksa, hot tea, and coconut ice cream with bean dessert. Truly hit the spot. Highly recommend. P.S. the music was awesome (Alt J radio!)“

“Fantastic! Get the stone cooked wqgyu beef appetizer!“

“I saw someone sharing this dish and that’s what made me order it. But omg this is a HUGE Portion. It actually says serves 1-2. It is delicious! Not as spicy as it looks. Full of assorted seafood and some thinly sliced pork. The noodles texture is PERFECT. The proprietor offered me a takeout container immediately, but I’m going to surprise her with how little will be left by the time I’m done. lol roll me out of here!“

“food was yummy! they have unique flavors of XLB (soup dumplings) that i’ve never seen before of my favorite things. like sinigang and pho xlb??? they were fun to try. the cucumber appetizer was also soooooo good, everyone at the table wanted more. dare i say better than the ones at din tai fung…

we went on a weekday, no game and there wasn’t much customers, so service was fast and they were really nice!“

“I love this place everything is delicious 😋“

“We eat here once a month. We love the food and service . We also do pick up . Take note , if you do take out / delivery / pick up MUST heat the food in its container (alum trays) mix until water disappears and left with only that super good smell of Szechuan chili oil and herb. It will not disappoint!!!! I just put mine on top of the stove.“