Any time is a good time for Chic n' Time! By the time we arrived, it was almost closing time. However, Chic n' Time welcomed us in from the cold and were very friendly! I love how it is family-owned and better yet, serves up delicious eats! When I get pho, I don't always like the boiled meats and some places let you select grilled meat instead. Here, they do you one better. You could have fried or grilled chicken with your pho! I opted for the Peppercorn Chicken Wings, your Asian salt and pepper-ish style wings but with peppercorn instead! It was not very numbing, but the full CRUNCH is enough to deliver your taste buds across town and back! Chicken was piping hot and you could dress it with the garlic and jalapenos or as the manager suggested, with a kick of chili powder he delivered to our table! Satay pho tasted like a blend between Viet and Thai. There is a sour element to it, a hint of spice in the coconut milk broth to warm you, with chopped peanuts. It is not quite as rich and sour as Thai broths -- it's so different than anything I've had before. My partner ordered the Charbroiled Pork Garlic Noodles. They were good, but the noodles were not as al dente as other places. The marinade for the pork was the right balance of salty and sweet, reminding me of Thai grilled pork with a hint of lemongrass. We both added a side of Imperial Roll, which was small and a bit over-fried. Maybe since we were the last to eat that night, it was ok. But I liked the filling inside. I cannot wait to try other items off their menu! The manager said that the Peppercorn Chicken Wings and Popcorn Chicken (the food love of my life) were their most popular items. We were not rushed at all, and not only was the food heartwarming, but so was their hospitality! read more

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I found out about this gem of a restaurant from a previous event. Having tasted so many good dishes, I had to to come back. The first thing we ordered was the fried tofu. The tofu itself was very soft and spongy when fried, absorbing the delicious dipping sauce while tasting moist. Add a bit of the spicy powder on top and you've got an addicting appetizer. Then we had the garlic noodles with crab meat. The garlic noodles were buttery and flavorful on their own, but with the creamy and soft crab meat, this was easily my favorite dish. My friends also ordered the five spice chicken. The meat was juicy and the sauce was sweet and delicious. Everything ordered was just amazing and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. It's reasonably priced, service was fast, and the owner was super nice. Highly recommend! read more

Chic n' Time - Garlic noodles with crab. Must try! - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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What time is it? CHIC N TIME!!! This spot serves up mouthwatering viet and taiwanese inspired chicken that will leave you wanting more. Expect fantastic service, amazing chicken, and reasonable prices that are so rare to find these days in SF. I had the five spice chicken on top of vermicelli and tried a piece of my friend's fried chicken steak. The five spice chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the fried chicken steak had an amazing crunch on the outside. Check this place out - you won't be disappointed! read more

From the moment we walked in we were greeted by such a friendly staff. The restaurant itself is small but very cute, was walking distance from many other shops and bars. The rating they have didn't lie when it came to the food! I ordered the Vietnamese fried chicken with garlic noodles and was shocked I could finish the entire thing! Thanks y'all! read more

Chic n' Time - Vietnamese fried chicken - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing owner, super attentive and friendly!! Always checked up on us and gave us recommendations. Stopped by after a family trip to SF and was not disappointed. All got the 5 spice chicken with garlic noodles and the fried tofu as an appetizer. The fried tofu was actually the star of the show!!!! The batter was so light and crispy and the owner recommended eating it with two powders (spicy and I think 5 spice powder?) that made it 10x better. The tofu inside was super soft- perfect balance of textures and flavors!!! The five spice chicken was good too- I recommend sharing because the portions are HUGE!! The chicken was juicy and the skin on top was crispy. The garlic noodles had great garlic flavor without being overly oily! If I'm in the area I would definitely stop by again to try their fried chicken!! read more

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I decided to try this place because it got a lot of 5 star reviews and I can definitely see why. This place is a great spot to have lunch or dinner. I tried the 4 spice chicken with garlic noodles and it was fantastic! I highly recommend that place. I also give this place 5 stars read more

Chic n' Time - 4 spice chicken with garlic noodles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I had a high expectation reading the reviews, however it was not a hit for me. Chicken was tender and juicy, a bit on the sweeter side. Garlic noodles were classic but not among the best in the city. Service was a bit lacking during my visit, staff was not responsive and not serving water until a second time request. read more

Chic n' Time - Five spice chicken Garlic Noodles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

This was my second visit to Chic n' Time; the first was when they graciously hosted a Yelp Elite event a few weeks ago. At that first visit, I had a variety of their offerings, all of which were delicious, but the one thing I couldn't stop thinking about was the Fried Tofu appetizer! Well, this time, I got myself an order of the Fried Tofu ($10) and an order of the 5 Spice Chicken with Garlic Noodles ($17). Just as I remembered, the tofu was crispy on the outside and deliciously silky and smooth on the inside; oooh, so yummy!! I actually ordered take out, but knowing that the tofu was fried, I had to have a couple of pieces as soon as I got to the car just in case it wasn't crispy anymore when I got home. It was piping hot and so good. It was hard to stop eating it, but I managed. When I got home after a 20 minute drive, I was pleased that the tofu was still crispy on the outside; it held up to the time lapse and being in the take-out container for that period. The sauce that comes with it adds a whole other dimension and the finely ground chili gives it a delightful kick. There were 16 pieces of tofu in that "appetizer" order, so it could definitely be an entree if one desires. Okay, now that I've swooned over the tofu, let me tell you about the 5 Spice Chicken and Garlic Noodles! That was also a big hit with my tastebuds! Both were very nicely seasoned. The noodles had a great balance of flavors as did the 5 spice chicken. The fish sauce that came with the dish gave it a nice piquant hit and I really appreciated the broccoli that was included (gotta have my veggies!). Can't wait to go back to order more items. Really love the food here! read more

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Update - definitely gotta bump this up to a 5 Stopped by here with my girlfriend last weekend and I got the satay pho and my girlfriend got garlic noodles with tofu. Both items were very solid as usual On top of those though - we got one of the best things I've had in a minute- the crispy tofu Jeeeeez this was good - paired with the spicy powder (and the secret spicy powders in the back) this was incredible. Extra crispy on the outside and nice and soft in the inside. Also, we were able to talk with the man who was running the counter and he gave us a lot of detail on the food and everything - he was incredibly friendly . Love this place and I'm very happy to bump / update my review. Will be here again soon for sure 5/5 read more

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We started ordering from Chic n' Time early 2021 during the pandemic for takeout since I saw photos of their Taiwanese chicken steak and that was enough to sell me. Years later I still find myself ordering delivery from here every so often if I'm craving a dry spice chicken (be careful with their chili powder). They also have some of my favorite garlic noodles in the city. I once tried the garlic butter lobster noodles and while it was absolutely delicious, it still couldn't beat the fried chicken steak for me. read more

Love Chic n' Time!!!! Their food is amazing and so is their staff and owner!! Love ordering from them because it's always delicious.

Wow wow wow wow wow this place is a MUST TRY! I ordered the fried chicken steak (essentially a chicken katsu) and it was by far the best chicken katsu I have ever had! From the picture it looks a bit dry, but trust me it was mouth watering delicious, the sauce that it came with was so tasty, and they also give you a shaker with this fine-powdered chili flakes that is so spicy and really just adds a perfect heat to the meal. I couldn't get enough of it! The restaurant is also super cute, and the service was great. Truly a solid 10/10 spot and I will be back! read more

Chic n' Time - Fried chicken steak - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Parking around is here a headache. Staff were fast, friendly and welcoming. Lots and lots of indoor seating. The vermicelli bowl is filled to the max, the imperial rolls are a healthier alternatives to the classic egg rolls, very tasty. The chicken fried steak with garlic noodles is a must try. Garlic noodles were not too heavy and the chicken fried steak was thin sliced goodness. read more

Chic n' Time - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

Feeling like some Vietnamese inspired chicken? Do yourself a favor and head to Chic N Time. I was fortunate enough to come for a Yelp Elite event. And the bbq chicken, the chicken wings, and the five spice chicken were all divine. Authentic, crisp, lively, and spiced to perfection. You can't go wrong with any of those orders. And Michael's warm, inviting, and caring demeanor is the cherry on top to Chic N Time's excellent food. He makes you feel as though you're being taken care of by family when eating there. I'll for sure be back and will be recommending Chic N Time to my friends. Michael has created something special here! read more

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Chic n' Time has recently been listed as #14 on Yelp's top 100 places to eat, and it had been on my to-try list for awhile. They specialize in asian-style chicken & comfort foods. For $15 each plate (+.95 for garlic noodles), we got the classic crispy chicken steak and vietnamese five spice chicken. The chicken steak was much too thin and dry for our liking, but the five spice chicken was juicy and the garlic noods hit the spot -- I wish there were more. From our minimal interaction, the staff seems kind and friendly. While we left pretty satisfied, I also don't see myself running to come back. I think I was slightly underwhelmed considering all the glowing reviews. Maybe that was my fault for setting high expectations, or maybe we ordered the wrong things. The menu is vast, so perhaps we'll give it another shot down the line. read more

Chic n' Time - Vietnamese five spice chicken plate w/ Garlic Noodles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here after we couldn't get seated for happy hour at another restaurant nearby, and I'm so glad we stopped by here instead! We got seated immediately, ordered up front, and got served water and the food we ordered like a full-service restaurant. Service was welcoming; the interior was isn't anything fancy/aesthetic, but the food made up for it! I got their peppercorn chicken with garlic noodles, and it immediately hit the spot since the wait at the other happy hour spot had left me extra hungry. Their garlic noodles were perfectly al dente and had just the right about garlic. It is on the drier, stickier side and could've used some oil/butter to toss in, but I didn't mind since it did feel slightly healthier. The peppercorn chicken paired so well with the garlic noodles. I'm a sucker for strong flavors like onions and jalapenos, and these wings were loaded with them. My friend got the chicken steak has ordered it before and enjoyed it this time as well. To balance out the strong spices, we also got the shrimp rolls, and it was the best decision. They were so fresh, crunchy, and fragrant with mint. Highly recommend! Will definitely be ordering delivery frequently from them from now on! read more

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Good spot for five spice chicken and garlic noodles in the Mission! I was hanging out at Dolores Park on Labor Day and was looking for a restaurant nearby to grab some lunch from when I came across Chic n' Time. When I saw that it's owned by the former owner of Perilla, I knew I had to try it out. I used to go to Perilla quite often for lunch and loved their garlic noodles. I called in the order around 3 and was told it'd be ready in 5-10 minutes. Pretty quick turnaround! The five spice chicken costs $16, plus an extra $1 for the garlic noodles. I picked up my food and headed back to the park to eat. I really enjoyed both the chicken and the noodles, which were as garlicky as I remember. However, the portion was a little smaller than I was expecting for the price, especially for the garlic noodles. I wanted more garlicky goodness! read more

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Walked over to eat here on a Sunday night at around 7p. The tables inside were taken but the patio was empty. We did not have to wait in line to order. We ordered the popcorn chicken, peppercorn wings, and the 5 spice with garlic noodles. They also had a decent selection of beers and seltzer in a fridge. The food came out pretty quickly. Our favorite dish was the popcorn chicken as it was well seasoned, crispy, and delicious. They also give you spice powder to sprinkle to your preference on top. The 5 spiced chicken was also seasoned well with a more lemongrass undertone and the skin was super crispy! The garlic noodles are a must and were buttery and garlicky. The peppercorn chicken wings were nicely fried with tons of garlic and jalapeños on top but not quite as flavorful as the other food, maybe a pinch more salt was needed. Overall, the food was delicious and I definitely want to come back, especially M-F from 3-5p for happy hour (20% off appetizers). read more

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I've only ordered delivery from here but my most recent order was not as good as previous ones. I got the fried chicken steak and the batter flavoring was good but the chicken texture was off. I also got the peppercorn chicken wings and they were just okay. The imperial rolls were good though and the broth was peppery and rich. The garlic noodles were less garlicky than I remember but you can't really go wrong with garlic noodles. read more

Not sure what my menus would look like without food consolidators. While I've been leaning towards a lot of prepped food from delis, ramen boxes from Japan, and, yes, a little bit of home cooking, I piggy backed in a friend's order with Neon in trying something here. One menu item in particular caught my eye, especially when their biz description read "best garlic noodles". You know I had to challenge the hype. I ordered the five spice chicken with garlic noodles (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=5gbYEMgCEiVTq8BfJQBTkw&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q). First off, I was impressed by how it was packed with the components plated in sections. The instruction told me to microwave the food but those who know me know my disdain for using the microwave; sorry, I KNOW it's not the same as the chef intended it to taste. From the past three years, I've almost mastered the art of reheating food, mostly using the toaster oven, oven, or steamer. Using the toaster oven, I found that my reheated plate (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ZvbaFgc77e0vKp0RyEk2cg&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q) was just as impressive and it was only a half portion. The reason for the five stars? I could not find a fault to this plate of food: 1. Chicken - well seasoned and flavored, served boneless (pounded thigh?) and was tender and not dry. 2. Broccoli - The stalks were a perfect al dente, likely blanched or steamed with a nice crunch yet not raw. 3. Garlic noodles - As touted, this was the star of the show. The noodles are on the drier side but with good reason. If you look carefully at the photos, you'll see browning on random noodles which gave the various noodles different textures. It was not stir fried as there was no oil at the bottom of my plate nor was there any remnants of oil that lingered in or around my mouth. I see why they make the self-proclamation. I really enjoyed this order for two meals. For those who know the history of garlic noodles in the dining scene, I recall that the 1st restaurant to offer it was that crab place on Judah in the Outer Sunset. At the same, it was the rage and I understand why other than that it paired perfectly with their signature roasted crab. My thoughts were, how can spaghetti noodles with minced garlic and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese pair so well with the crab?! Well, I think we know the answer to that question. These garlic noodles lived up to my expectations and, if we order from Neon again on a Monday, I will likely order this again. read more

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The peppercorn chicken wings are everything I want in a wing. So juicy yet so crispy and all the garlic & green onions omg. Crab garlic noodles were wow. Chicken steak is perfect & you can get it with garlic noodz. My bf loved his satay pho & they have a rly big selection of soups. I really like coming here and the owner is super friendly which makes it even better!! Highly recommend! read more

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Was feeling something different and this place just didn't feel like your run of the mill viet place. So I grabbed a couple friends and showed up. I'm generally wary when I see anything fusion, but I went in with an open mind and just looked to try new things. It's an order at the front and they bring out your food kind of place. Not sure if they were understaffed that day, or if they just weren't expecting the rush, but they were MOVING. FOOD: Peppercorn chicken wing. Probably the star of the stars of the show. Crispy, salty, garlicy slightly spicy, tender and juicy on the inside. Everything you want in this style of chicken wing. Highly recommend. Cajun chicken wing. Also very good. A saucy variety of the already great chicken base. Sweet, slightly tangy, lots of mouthfeel with the garlic chunks. Also very very good. 5 spice chicken. Pretty standard. Can't go wrong with this and their version is no different. Maybe a little more dry than the wings, but still solid. Garlic noodles. Again, pretty standard and can't go wrong. Always a good choice. Satay noodle soup. I was a little adventurous trying to order this and I must admit it's not everyone's cup of tea. But lemongrass flavor and just a little thicker than your clean pho broth. I liked it overall but it's just not what most people think of when they order pho. Would recommend at least trying this once. Prawn Salad. Not entirely sure it's on the menu but the guy recommends it. Crispy fresh cabbage as the base with juicy crispy battered prawns with some light garlic and jalapeños with the sweet fish sauce to bring it all together. Very very good and would recommend. Overall, this place is a gem. It really has an unassuming look, but the food is fire. Those wings are an absolute most and the staff is very friendly and kind. Highly recommend and I will be back to try out more of the menu and read more

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I can tell this is probably a very unpopular opinion within this community, but for a place that's supposed to be known for their chicken, I was quite disappointed. I made sure to order some of the popular items based on other yelpers reviews like the Imperial Rolls and the Fried Chicken Steak with the garlic noodles. The Imperial Rolls were actually my favorite! You can clearly see by the white exterior that this is not your typical fried eggroll. They were super crispy while also feeling light when eaten inside the lettuce wrap. Every bite came with an insane crunch that made me even more exited for the chicken. Once the Fried Chicken Steak arrived, my mouth was watering in anticipation. They even gave us a can of their spicy seasoning so we could make it as spicy as we desired which I really appreciated. Fully seasoned, I took my first bite and it seemed somewhat crispy and chewy at the same time. It's as if it was flattened so much that when fried it got dried out and chewy yet the exterior still had some crunch to it but nowhere near as amazing as the imperial roll. The garlic noodles were alright, nothing out of this world. Maybe I should have tried their popcorn chicken, but for now my go to spot is still Shihlin Taiwanese Street Snacks since they make something similar, but with dark meat which is waaaaay juicier and crispier! read more

Chic n' Time - Fried chicken steak and garlic noodles. Super thin and looks crispier than reality. Garlic noodles were alright. - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I ordered the five-spice chicken with vermicelli in efforts to be healthy but trust that I will be back for the garlic noodles! The chicken itself was tender and juicy (love the slight sweetness). They really don't hold back with portions and for the first time after getting a vermicelli bowl, I had to pack up leftovers to take home. I came with a huge group after church and the owners were so friendly and accommodating and helped us push a bunch of tables together! read more

Chic n' Time - Five spice chicken vermicelli bowl - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here with my friend and pup on for a quick bite. The popcorn chicken was so crunchy and flavorful. I also got a Vietnamese iced coffee with boba. It was perfectly bold with the right amount of sweetness. The staff were friendly. The place had lots of tables and very spacious inside. Would definitely come back for both. Highly recommend read more

Chic n' Time - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

Chic n Time is so well-deserving of the hype behind its 5 star rating! Service is fast and the food is absolutely DELICIOUS. - Five Spice Chicken: A magical concoction of spices was used to marinate this generous portion of juicy chicken! It's simultaneously umami and not overwhelmingly salty. The garlic noodles were soft and buttery, and I can see why all the other reviews praise this side dish -- it was hard holding myself back from finishing them even when I was full! - Popcorn Chicken: Juicy pieces of chicken breaded and fried to perfection with a generous sprinkling of fried basil leaves. I would come back here for the popcorn chicken alone! Thinking about how amazing their other fried chicken entrees are if this was already that good. Swung by at 5:30PM on a weekday and it was practically empty, but the store filled up quickly by 6:30PM! read more

Chic n' Time - Five Spice Chicken with Garlic Noodles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My new neighborhood gem!! Tastes just like my parent's noodle soups! Pros: + Light but flavorful chicken broths (no MSG!) + Crispy chicken wings! + Friendly service + Casual and spacious seating + Online Ordering, pay when you get there What I Order/Have Ordered + Peppercorn Chicken Wings Noodle Soup; 5/5 + Popcorn Chicken; 5/5 + Cajun Wings Noodle Soup; N/A I recently stopped by for take out and was just blown away. I think it's hard to find a noodle soup restaurant in the Mission, especially a really good one that doesn't use MSG. If you're into lighter broths that still pack flavor, then this place is for you. I also love their peppercorn wings, which comes loaded with green onions and jalapeños. I also love the Asian style of fried popcorn chicken. SO TASTY! My partner ordered the Cajun wings and had nothing bad to say about it. I think this is my new favorite noodle soup. Never thought I would replace Hai Ky, but I guess that's why we should never say never. read more

My friend and I were walking around Valencia street to find other tasty options for dinner. We looked up "Chic n' Time" on Yelp & Google reviews, however it said they were closed on a Monday. Suddenly we stumbled upon their façade and they were actually open on a Monday night. The ' open'neon lights were flashing from outside and can be seen across the street. According to the owner, they temporarily closed on a Monday due to July 4th and had to re-update their hours online). In other words, thankfully they were open that night! I really enjoyed their Lemongrass Chicken because the fillet is flavorful, tender, not greasy and not dry. It matches well with the side of broccoli and garlic noodles. It can also be paired with rice if you want to. Their veggie spring rolls are also crispy, not greasy and filled with veggies that you may need. They also sell the usual boba drinks onsite. I will definitely come back for another "Chic n' Time" on Valencia & 19th St. read more

Chic n' Time - Lemongrass Chicken with Garlic Noodles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Do yourself a favor and come check out Chic n time! Trust me you won't be disappointed. The owner actually sold Perilla to one of their chefs and opened up Chic n time in the mission. Their popcorn chicken, pepper corn wings, fried tofu and garlic noodles are fire af. Everything was so tasty, perfectly spiced and crisp. I'm a huge fan of Taiwanese fried chicken and their fried chicken wings and fried tofu was out of this world. Their garlic noodle is similar to perillas which is tasty and perfectly cooked. No wonder chic n time is voted top 20 restaurants in the Bay. I'm looking forward to ordered a big tray of their wings and tofu for my next party. read more

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So good I can feel the creamy garlic sauce clogging my arteries. Seriously it was fantastic really happy I came across this spot. The customer services was really great as well. Owners are extremely nice . As long as your dog is properly trained no issues. Must Tty read more

Chic n' Time - Garlic lobster noddles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

Bucking the trend of pricey small portion restaurants on Valencia, this place is a gem. Fast casual format, so you just order at the counter. A little wait, because your food is cooked to order, but not too long. Reasonably priced and the plates are HUGE! I couldn't finish my meal, even with a big appetite, so sadly the steamed broccoli didn't make the cut. Garlic Noodles: A must-have with any meal, because it's so much more exciting than rice. Pretty close to the famous garlic noodles at Crustacean / An the Go with a lot of subtle ingredients going on. Plus I like how their garlic is somewhere between raw and sauteed, since it really packs a kick. The noodles were great too, so firm and chewy. Tastes excellent paired with anything. Fried Chicken Steak: This looks so impressive! And it tastes even better! Thinly pounded chicken that is deep fried in an extremely crispy batter. Each bite is crunchy and juicy. Goes great with the sweet and sticky side sauce, though given how much chicken there is, could have used 2x or 3x the amount of sauce. Five Spice Chicken: Kinda like the old school roast chicken you'll get in Vietnamese noodle bowls. Nicely spiced and tender. Huge portion. Only issue is that there are a few small bone / cartilage pieces in the mix occasionally, so chew carefully. Also, the skin felt at a little fatty at parts whereas other places get a more lacquered textured through and through. Imperial Rolls: A pretty skimpy add-on with just two little haves. They were meaty and had a crispy skin, but probably unnecessary given how much chicken is in the dishes. read more

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I love Chic n Time. I have been coming here for a couple years now and they never disappoint!! The food is amazing from the satay soup and pho and the peppercorn chicken wings. i have to order two imperial rolls every time too! the people that work there are so lovely and sweet and very helpful. read more

Chic n' Time - popcorn chicken. imperial rolls. peppercorn chicken wings and garlic noodles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food here was really good, and it tasted good without it feeling really greasy or oily, which is kind of what you would expect with fried chicken and garlic noodles. I read other reviews and I think others can agree that food did not make me feel sluggish afterwards! Parking can be tough but it's in a great location. Also the customer service here is great, the person at the register, who i think was the owner, was really attentive. The fried chicken steak: its breaded perfectly.. not too much breading, and the breading actually sticks to the chicken and is perfectly crispy and seasoned. Note, this is advertised as chicken steak(which I think it fully embodies!) , not chicken katsu. Garlic noodles: has great garlic flavor, and most importantly it wasn't oily or dry. Fried tofu: crispy breading, and inside was soft silken tofu, which I was pleasantly surprised by. I was expecting a medium firm tofu, but I actually liked the silken tofu with the crispy breading. Really good. My only thing is that I suggest they can make come up with more sauces? The chicken is really good but I think if they had their own sauces it would really bring the restaurant next level. I would come back here for a quick and affordable eat. I'll try more of their garlic noodles next time! read more

Chic n' Time - Fried Tofu - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Ok so I went here and ordered some to go food and it was bad service took long then I ordered the prawns and garlic noodles and the prawns so small they look like little shrimp and they only put like 6 ‍ the bobas were not good at all either noodles were mediocre, popcorn chicken was bad aswell overall I'm definitely disappointed. The inside ambiance was decent. But I would not go back! read more

Chic n' Time - The prawns that were so tiny looked like shrimp - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

After taking advantage of First Sunday's at the Asian Art Museum, I had a sudden craving for garlic noodles. I knew I was going to be in the Mission later that day. So after searching on Yelp, found Chic n' Time. Indoor dining is allowed at limited capacity, so they have probably around 4 tables available inside. But they also have outdoor seating if you want to eat outside. I chose their entree with garlic noodles and five-spice chicken. Even though I hadn't eaten anything all day, I felt that the portions were enough for two people. I definitely couldn't saved half for later. The garlic noodles were egg noodles, and had just enough garlic to satisfy that craving without being overpowered. And it wasn't oily either, which is what I liked. The five-spice chicken was flavorful, and the skin had a good crunch. Heck, even the broccoli was good too! And out of the blue, one of the employees gave me fried tofu to try. She was confident I'd like them, and she was right! The tofu was a bit silky, and the breading had a good crunch. I really liked the dipping sauce, that I could've drank it. And she also refilled my water, which was much allr I am definitely coming back to try their fried chicken, which she also recommended. And I'll try their drinks, too, which includes boba. read more

Chic n' Time - Five spice chicken with Garlic Noodles - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Chic n' Time is my new go to for street food that remind me of Taiwan's night market - specifically fried tofu and chicken steak. Though I always over order and also can't help also getting the garlic noodles, five spice chicken, and spring roll or imperial roll...and of course some drinks (milk tea boba is usual, and my husband likes the orange creamsicle). The fried tofu is just so perfectly fried with the batter and delicious with the sauce. My husband is still not a tofu lover but has come to like this appetizer. The chicken steak tastes just like the night markets and held up well in transport that catering day. The five spice chicken was tender and bursting with flavor, but apparently just takes a little longer to cook (totally worth it!) I first was introduced via a Yelp Elite event (thank you Dominic!!!) and then catered for a company offsite last year. The owner Michael is so accommodating - I didn't realize the restaurant was closed when I initially inquired. He came in on the day the restaurant was closed to cook and packed it with everything I might need with serving utensils. Then my husband's parents were coming in town and I was asking about non fried foods while eating lunch and he brought over a sample of the five spice chicken and it was so good (his parents loved it the following week). Michael is just such a personable nice guy who genuinely cares about making incredible food and making his customers at home. It's a warm hospitality I don't think I've experienced in the city that makes me feel taken care of and appreciated. read more

Love this spot for their peppercorn wings and shrimp. And to be honest the people! The owner is really friendly and nice to chat with. The Cajun wings are a nice change and we liked the sweet bbq chicken. Garlic noodles are chewy and satisfying but overall I prefer spicier noodles. The ube bubble tea is good but I'd try the taro next time. read more

Chic n' Time - Shrimp with garlic noodles is great - Noodles Near Me - San Francisco, California

The popcorn chicken and crispy chicken steak were highly recommended by my friends, and did not disappoint. Everything was crispy and the spicy powder is indeed very spicy and delicious. read more

This was a great find on the Valencia corridor. I just finished a float therapy session across the street at the end of a long week and wanted something quick for dinner. The name of the restaurant intrigued me so I went in to check them out. I was greeted very warmly by the owner and he walked me through the menu - it's Vietnamese fusion and their menu is full of comfort food (pho, popcorn chicken, spring rolls). I ultimately ended up ordering their garlic butter crab with garlic noodles. It's a counter service situation and they have both inside and outside parklet seating. The garlic noodles/crab came out relatively quickly and was great. It was a good-sized bowl with a lot of crab and some broccoli. It was $18 before tax and tip. This is outstanding value for what I got. I will definitely be coming back and trying the other items on this menu. Highly recommended for those looking for a quick bite in this part of the Mission. read more

** The following review reflects my takeout experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. ** Chic n' Time? To me, it's always chicken time, which is why when I saw this relatively new entry while walking in the Mission, I gravitated toward the tasty-sounding Vietnamese menu choices here mostly revolving around poultry in various preparations. I made my order a few blocks away and walked inside to discover the owner is Michael who was the former owner of Perilla in the Lower Haight. He remembered my name from Yelp and told me he read my reviews through the years. I can tell you that's a lot of years and told him he made the best five-spice chicken in the city. If you don't believe me, take a look at this photo: https://bit.ly/3uxJ3A8 . Yummy succulence. He was showing me they serve an even better version here, but I missed it on their menu. Instead I ordered the $10 Peppercorn Chicken Wings marinated in their house sauce with black pepper, jalapeños, and minced garlic (photo: https://bit.ly/3xUifMu). There were a half dozen plump ones, so tasty, and rather magically the skin stayed crispy. They weren't even my entree. That distinction belonged to the $14 Chicken Cabbage Salad, a heaping portion of chopped five-spice chicken on top of a bed of shredded cabbage, cucumber, carrots, and mint leaves topped with chopped peanuts and fried shallots (photo: https://bit.ly/3heAzdk). Also quite delicious and I decided to save most of it for the next day and it kept really well. You'd think that would be enough, but oh no, I couldn't pass up the $9 Shrimp Rolls. They were generously stuffed with poached shrimp, lettuce, mint leaves, and vermicelli noodles, and I live for the velvety peanut sauce (photo: https://bit.ly/3vPscsI). They had the right combination of fresh and crunch to satisfy. Really good stuff, and I'm glad to see Michael and his crew doing well at his prime location on Mission as there were several takeout orders on the counter and plenty of lookie-loos perusing the menu. FOOD - 5 stars...their chicken delivers the goods AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...more casual than Perilla and frankly a better fit for post-pandemic tastes SERVICE - 5 stars...Hi Michael! TOTAL - 5 stars...it's Chicken Time! RELATED - Exploring the Mission? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NHtst6 read more

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