41 Best Asian Restaurants in San Francisco

“It was our first time and we were definitely pleased. Everything was delicious!“

“I've been a fan of Jackie's recipes on Instagram for a while, so was happy to finally have the chance to check out her restaurant.

I went on a Thursday afternoon for a late lunch and it was more crowded than expected! Most of the tables were taken, though there was still plenty of room on the counters. A good number of to-go orders too.

I decided to go for the Shaking Beef, which was ready pretty quickly. They prepare it right at the counter (similar to Sweetgreen or Mixt). I loved all the flavors and appreciated how fresh the ingredients were. One minor critique is that the beef was cubed and pretty well done when I went — not sliced / medium well, which is how it was shown in some of the images. It still tasted good, though not exactly what I expected.

Overall, I'd recommend this place for a nice casual lunch/dinner if you're in the mood for Asian-inspired sweetgreen but better 😆 will check it out again the next time I'm in town!“

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

“Always delicious and awesome service!!!!“

“Great spot for all things dimpling, noodles, and cooked veggies! I came here for the first time on a trip 2 years ago and had to make a special trip back this time. My whole family loves it. We got a variety of noodles, dumplings and veggies. Our favorite things were the Dan Dan noodles and green beans. It’s located right next to Japan town in a cute shopping area. Will be back next time we’re in town!“

“I was invited here by a friend. I've eaten at a lot of mediocre Nepalese places in the Bay Area and had low expectations. Basecamp blew me away. The food was overall delicious- fresh and interesting- and the service was genuinely friendly and on point. The decor is fun, dish ware festive and it was boisterous and full on a Saturday night at 8p. The samosa were solid- hot and not oily and came with a delicious fresh green sauce, a (Nepalese crepe) was very interesting but like a flat omlete, we got the veggie Momos on the recommendation of my friend who said they were the best ones, the shrimp chow mein was unexpected with firm noodles, lots of large shrimp and a dry spice, and lastly the Cashew Curry with chicken. The curry was outstanding- creamy, flavorful and unique. We mopped it up with the Tumeric Rice. If you've had some mediocre Nepalese dining experiences, I recommend you fix that with a meal at Basecamp.“

“First time that I tried Tea leaf salad. What a treat. The food qas exceptional although it seemed a mixture of Southeast Asian dishes rather than pure Burmese. The roti (Malaysia paratha) was so good that we got a 2nd order. Great, attentive service. Reasonable prices. The cocktails were excellent.“

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

“The food on the very limited menu is tasty, albeit not healthy. I do like that they use Mary’s organic chicken but even that is super fatty. The signature beef dish looked delicious and very decadent but at over $80 and piled high with cheese and toppings, it serves 4 and it’s not my jam. Go if you just want a lot of food generally pretty inexpensive. It’s like $25 a person and tasty, just too unhealthy and casual for me.“

“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!“

“How did I not find this place sooner?
It’s a tasty, visually pleasing, and active dining experience.

Our group came in for a foggy, cozy Sunday lunch before the church crowd. We ordered the tomato fish, sichuan beef, and original YunNan noodle bowls. We were delighted with the bridge of ingredients that you can personally add to your hot soup and noodles.

I loved my original YunNan bone broth flavor that tasted clean and flavorful. Service is quick and kind. Decor really emphasizes the YunNan culture and they have custom wooden benches. Check this place out if you’re on Balboa!“

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

“Good portions but foods were alright. I felt some of the flavors were kinda missing. The dan dan noodles was a little too oily and it got soggy and more spicy at the bottom. The mini pot stickers were tasty but also very oily. I like the Chinese burritos. The crispy one came with 2 big rolls in one order, with lettuce and meats in it.“

“Amazing! Mouthwatering food and beautiful indoors, lovely service.“

“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.“

“My family comes here or does take out once every month or so. Favorites are the char siu and duck which just hits the spot. Service is truly exceptional from being greeted at the door to attentive table service throughout. They are so welcoming to my child and that level of attention and care (consistently) is just so rare these days. Just a wonderful place all around.“

“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“

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

“Homey hole in the wall. Generous portions, limited menu. Martabak was dry (regret not getting the roti instead). Laksa was rich and creamy with flat rice noodles (I’m used to the round rice noodles for laksa). Chicken satay was the highlight - tender flavorful and perfectly charred. Shrimp glass noodle is good if you want a lighter flavour (mostly sesame oil).“

“I could happily eat Steam Rice Roll King any meal of the day. Folks are super nice and the rice rolls are DELICIOUS - fresh, silky-smooth, beautifully prepared. Even just a plain rice roll with veggies/egg (pickled cabbage and Chinese parsley are my go-to's) makes for a hearty meal for an unbeatable price. The sauces are also delicious and the hot soymilk is nice on a foggy morning. Favorite spot in the Sunset!“

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

“My mom, my son and I went to Saluhall SF to have lunch. Tried checking out the different restaurants. Fortunately, we found Izzy & Wooks. Cheryl was very friendly and accommodating. We ordered Inay’s BBQ Chicken Bowl and The Manong Sandwich along with Calamansi for beverage. We all love the packaging. Very artistically done and the foods were all delectable. Quite interesting is the fact that they put bitter melon on the sandwich. My son loved it! Calamansi with mint was good, too. Chicken was yummy along with the kimchi. Cheryl even gave us complimentary lumpias for us to taste. That was so very kind of her. She was friendly and has great customer service. I recommend this restaurant to you, guys if you are in the area. Cheryl also said that they are intending to also have halo-halo in the future. We told her we will be back. For me: the foods, the customer service and the very friendly gesture are all perfect-5/5. Thank you, Cheryl. You are one of a kind! ( Sorry, no photos were taken. We wanted to eat the foods right away, lol.)“

“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👍“

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

“As visitors to San Fran we wanted to try Burmese food. We got the treasure box dinner for two and it was the stand out meal of the trip. A variety of wonderful flavors, in a classy environment with lively staff. The beef kebat, tea leaf salad, and fried tortilla bread were my favorites.“

“i went in for a quick, safe option (salmon rice ball).. Holy moly! Actually this is the best rice ball in the city I’ve tried thus far!! So gently flavored and made on the spot! It’s not an afterthought to offer rice balls, what a hidden gem… in the image you can see the difference between a grocery store rice ball & 2 one (and it’s a bit warm!!!!)“

“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!“

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

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

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

“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.“

“Authentic Filipino🇵🇭 food in the heart of San Francisco🌉❣️
The food is so delicious! The owners are so kind and provided excellent customer service. I would recommend for everyone to stop by and support if you are ever in the area 😊!“

“May 2026:
Stopped by for lunch and ordered a tosilog bowl. This is a: Filipino-style sweet pork (tocino) served with adobo garlic rice, fresh sliced tomatoes, and a fried egg, complete with a side of vinegar.

I liked the meal. The pork was a little fatty but tasty 😋. I'd get it again.“

“Had takeout order. The food is surprisingly delicious! As a health conscious person, the restaurant has many clean food options: lettuce wrap with shrimp, tofu, chicken, etc. Not too oily or heavily flavored unlike many other restaurant, but still brings out the best taste! Btw, the coconut pudding is sooo good if you want a little dessert but not too artificially sweet!“

“My hubby and I took a long weekend and decided to fly to San Fran!!! The bento plate was amazing, flavorful and beyond filling!!! It’s an absolute must if you’re in Japantown!!! We got lucky and it was the cherry blossom festival!!! It’s an absolute must if you’re in town! Thank you for having us!“

“It's a beautiful place on a busy road serving delicious Burmese ans South East Asian dishes. There aren't a lot of tables but we found one available right away on a Saturday afternoon. Menu is simple but offers a selection of very good dishes. I ordered the tea leaf salad and the Chicken Kao Soi, both of which were great portions and amazing. The Thai tea was refreshing. Service is quick and with a smile. Not expensive or fancy but chock-full of flavours, colours and spice. Don't forget to ask for the Chili oil to add the extra bit of heat!“

“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!“

“Stopped by Bao N Boba with my kids and we really enjoyed it! The custard and veggie buns came out nice and hot. I also tried the Lovechee Lychee with boba, and it was super refreshing. The boba had the perfect texture and it wasn’t too sweet. Great spot for a quick treat and something the kids liked too!“

“I love this place everything is delicious 😋“

“Had a great business lunch and was pleasantly surprised at the diversity of the menu and how well made all of the dishes were. The dumplings were excellent and the veggies were crisp, seasoned just right and portions generous. Food arrived quickly and was hot and fresh.“