Fire + Ice at Pier 39 was such a fun experience. The concept is super unique you pick what you want and watch it get cooked right in front of you, which makes it feel interactive and entertaining, not just a regular meal. The food was fresh, cooked perfectly, and you can customize everything to your taste. The vibe inside is lively and perfect for tourists, groups, or a casual date night. Plus, the Pier 39 location makes it even better if you're spending the day by the water. If you want something fun and different in SF, I definitely recommend checking it out. read more

Came on the weekend, we were asked if we had reservation, which we didn't, but they sat us right away. Place was probably 40% occupied. Service was slow, we saw our server 2x: when he picked up the dirty dishes from the table and when he brought the check. The host was the one we saw the most. After getting seated and waiting a few minutes, we decided to just get up to the food bar, we've been to similar places so you can figure out what to do. Food was ok, the bowls were tiny so you had to go in at least 3x for food. The line at the grill moves slow, and even though they take a lot of people's bowls it goes by slow. Some parts of the food bar was messy or out. When we were onto our 2nd trip to the bar, host brought us the waters. Again, no waiter until then. The table next to us also got their waters from the host. Overall, service was not great, food was just ok, and would probably not go back. read more

Okay, so I had settled on a 4 star review of the restaurant, but bumped this up to a 5 star after my interaction with the wonderful staff. Going in, we were familiar with and fans of the Fire & Ice dining concept having previously visited the Anaheim & S. Lake Tahoe locations. Mongolian-grill type restaurants are 1 of my absolute favorites! Here in S.F., there were some minor unforseen hiccups, but this was more than compensated for overall. It's a bit of a task and maze getting here dodging throngs of tourists and making it to the restaurant entrance from the opposite end of Pier 39 alongside the Embarcadero. However, once here, diners are rewarded with "ooh-ahh" priceless views of San Francisco Bay during the meal. A jaw-dropping backdrop, in short. Another smaller issue fairly mentioned is the cut-off time policy between lunch & dinner pricing transparency. And a wonky, work-in-progress Rewards sign-up that we weren't able to launch during the visit. On-duty restaurant manager Ken, an East-coast native was a gem of a fellow who introduced himself and a great interaction followed. Equal praise for server Luka, a native of Serbia...and a sweetheart of a hostess whose name I didn't get. They, along with the great, fresh food really aced this 1st time visit. Speaking of the food, they've got offerings you won't find at most any other Mongolian grill. Such as sirloin steak, fresh seafood like prawns/shrimp and overall much higher quality choices than at similar places. And it's AYCE (all you can eat)! Just use a fresh bowl everytime cave people (jk). An inviting bar area where single diners can nosh is a plus too. The bathrooms were very clean and kept up nicely. All things considered: the million dollar views of the Bay, the wonderful food, staff hospitality and the notorious affordability of the S.F. area in general...and Fire & Ice delivers one heckuva' dining value here @ Pier 39 in my humble opinion. The builders really aced it with this one. Give them a try and I don't think you'll be disappointed. Great job staff. You created an unforgettable dining experience. read more

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I really wanted to like this place because of the location at Pier 39, but it was a massive disappointment. There is absolutely no value in the food for the price they charge--nearly $36 for dinner just for the buffet. The food was not fresh; the selection of ingredients at the "interactive" bar looked like they had been sitting out way too long, and the quality was middling at best. To make matters worse, the tip was preset at a staggering 25% on the handheld terminal, which feels like a total shakedown for tourists. Between the lukewarm, uninspired food and the aggressive "suggested" tipping, this place is the definition of a tourist trap. There are much better ways to spend $40+ per person in San Francisco. Skip this one. read more

not going to lie I was super excited about coming here because of all the Instagram videos I've seen my friends wanted to come here so we came with my bbf one night we waited about 10 minutes outside. There was another group in front of us and we were seated in the booth in the corner. The set up was OK, but I was expecting a lot more when it came to the bars we spoke with the bartender and we pretty much asked him like how was your day stuff and like that it was not taken well at all. He didn't suggest no drinks we weren't really greeted. However, we had a great server. He was super fantastic and the only reason why I gave this place a three stars he answered a lot of questions and everything that we wanted to know was right there when we needed service but the host and the bartender should've been nicer this is definitely a sports bar/club kind of vibe the lighting was very club like and this def a hibachi style noodles we went there around dec for timeline reference read more

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Came in to enjoy the amazing views. Trish (Trisha?) did an incredible job getting our drinks and went beyond to make us feel welcome and relaxed. Ordered the Shrimp Cocktail and it had large delicious shrimps. read more

Fire + Ice - Drinks and a view of Alcatraz. - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

The waiter was incredibly friendly and great (Nikhil). He was apologetic that they weren't able to offer any mixed drinks at the bar since apparently the bartender left (this was at 6:45pm). They still offered beer and wine. Ambiance was fun and you couldn't ask for a better view. Stunning. Food was good. It is kind of like a buffet of uncooked stuff that you fill a bowl with and then bring it to the cook. One downside is there is only one giant skillet so if your vegetarian, your food might be cooked 5 inches away from a pile of seafood or steak and the cook uses the same utensils to handle all food (we asked if he was able to use a non-seafood covered spatula for the vegetarian with us and he said no). A few of the ingredients from my concoction did end up getting mixed into my wife's food. Overall it is a fun experience and my kids LOVED it. I wish I could have gotten a few margaritas to enjoy with the view but alas, maybe next time. read more

Fire + Ice - Our view - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

This restaurant sits at the very end of Pier 39, which means you'll need to make your way through a stretch of tourist chaos to get there--but the reward is worth it. The views are incredible, with clear views of the bay and "The Rock" Alcatraz. The concept of Fire + Ice is fun and interactive, though during peak hours, expect long lines both to fill your somewhat small bowls and to get them cooked. The selection of proteins was a bit odd--ranging from scallops and steak to hot dogs and hamburgers--which may not suit all tastes. The flavor sauce section is also overwhelming, with dozens of options and little guidance, making it difficult to know what pairs well. The bar staff was very friendly and welcoming, which helped balance the experience. However, the cooks at the grill seemed rushed and not particularly approachable. Cleanliness could also use a little attention. Despite the quirks, the location and views give this place strong potential. With a few adjustments, it could become a much more enjoyable spot for both tourists and locals alike. read more

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We are from Oakland and rarely visit the city. Saw this place on tik tok and we had to try it and can say we will definitely be coming back ! Food was delicious and the cook was amazing !! He kept small conversations and made us enjoy our time there. Went there during lunch time so it was fairly empty, host was very kind and the waiter was very attentive. Can't wait to bring visiting family here ! read more

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The one chef by the grill area is very rude. His yelling and getting mad at my family for not forming a line which we are still getting food, like there's a line of people in the area. We are the only ones in there. We are being rush for no reason. It's so prostrating that he doesn't need to yell; he can say it nicely, but pointing and yelling aren't nice ways to approach things. I'm at the point of walking out, but I thought of my family, especially their looking forward to trying this place. Very disappointed. Overall, it's not a good experience for my family and me. The food you have to choose yourself, so the taste will depend on how you make it. Yes, they will cook it, but pretty much that's it. Appetizers are separate charges. read more

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This place was so good the views are beautiful and the staff are so nice!!!!! The cook CARLOS was so great he mad both of my sons experience so wonderful I defiantly recommend this place very beautiful environment amazing food great staff read more

Food is great. Put your choices in bowl bring the bowl to cook. He cooks it. Everything is fresh. Several sauces to choose from. All you can eat Can't beat the view! read more

Delicious, great views, and a good happy hour menu with large portions and good pricing. read more

Fire + Ice - Dynamite Shrimp and Buffalo Wings - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wanted to try this newly open place. And it was ok. They do have a good variety of proteins along with a variety of carbs. They have a good variety of vegetables too. They need to put signs up on where the line begins it's very confusing. Also the 2 guys cooking the food are NOT good they do alot of personal talking and the one guy does WAY to much banging of the spatula flipping it high smacking it down and who can do it the hardest. I noticed the other people were getting annoyed with it too. The cooks just spent way too much time banging their spatula. Hardly saw out server i had to flag another server for some more iced tea. I dont think I'll come back. Maybe later down the road. read more

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Came here after a night tour of Alcatraz. I was worried we'd be turned away because we came within an hour of closing and reservations were closed online but the hostess was warm and welcomed us in, no problem. Upon being sat we were walked through the experience but I was too hungry to follow along because I missed the memo on sauce in a separate container and my husband missed the memo on pack the bowl. Needless to say our first round was mediocre at best, but that may have been our fault. The second round we learned from our mistakes and were both more satisfied with our second plate. Still, overall I don't think I would go out of my way to come back despite the social media appeal. Pros, staff is friendly. All you can eat is all you can eat, even after closing which was a big bonus. Cons, the build your bowl stations are a bit of a mess in terms of sloppy and bottle necks. The cooks can be hard to communicate with, my friend had her order messed up by a cook using another patron's sauce which soured our whole experience. Tips, if you're hungry, a bowl of veggies and seafood will cook quicker and may result in a shorter wait time. I can't imagine the wait during a busy time, so maybe come during off peaks. Go surf and turf only if you're a fan of well done meat. Also do not come here with allergies as this place screams cross-contamination hazard. I was really looking forward to this place because the closest Mongolian BBQ spot near me was shut down with the latest closure of your old school malls. I thought this would fill a void for me but the truth is that it didn't because it was Mongolian and then some... Italian, Mexican, and American. Not for me but may be for diverse groups of folks craving different cuisines. read more

This place was Awesome!!! I took my Goddaughters here for lunch and it was really cool. You have sooooo many options for food choices that can be cooked on the grill from Italian dishes, to fajitas, grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and Mongolian noodle bowls. The best part is its all you can eat and isnt expensive at all. I was stuffed when I left!! They also have a full Bar but I didnt try any drinks. Our waiter was very friendly & attentive and lowered our bill because of a issue.. im overall impressed with this place and cant wait to go back. Food - 5 Drinks - N/A Service - 5 Ambiance - 3 it has beautiful views of the water & of Alcatraz but the indoor design & decor is kinda hideous. read more

Fire & Ice is an amazing "All U can eat" place right at Pier 39 in San Francisco. We visited this restaurant to celebrate my wife's birthday and man it was nice. Great views of Pier, Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, lots of ferries and boats passing, etc. We visited on Sunday in the afternoon around 2:30PM and it wasn't that busy at all. We tried different variances of sauces and pasta/veggies combination every time we got up to get seconds. Being a strict vegetarian it was very important for us to not get our food mixed up with meats and loved how they have separate sections for pasta/noodles/rice, veggies, meats, seafood, sauces and spices to make sure it doesn't get mixed with each other. We requested our food to be cooked separately and the two gentleman at the grill were more than happy to accommodate it and cleaned a quarter section (for 5 of us) for our food to be cooked. Because of not so busy times, there were only 2-3 servers and it took some time to get our drinks served. If they are busy or if you strict Vegetarian or Vegan like us, you can also request your food to be cooked inside the kitchen as they have a separate grill or something they can cook your meals separately. One suggestion to keep in mind: I called in and made a reservation for Sunday afternoon on Friday and I was give a verbal confirmation, but when I called in on Sunday morning on our way to the restaurant, I was surprised to hear that there was no reservation for us. I talked to Jerry and he saved our day by making another reservation and immediately received a confirmation text as well as email. So please make sure you receive a written confirmation if you make a reservation. Shout Out to JERRY & Chelsey for accommodating us and going over and above to make our experience enjoyable and comfortable. Parking: There is a parking garage right across from Pier 39 and also there are many other street parking, other garages, etc options around the restaurant. Location: Great location (all the way at the end/back of Pier 39). You'll have to make your way through tourists, but per our experience, it's worth the efforts. Dietary Restrictions: Good place for Vegetarians & Vegans alike. Please request to have to food cooked separately to avoid cross contamination. Coupons or other offers: We're a VIP members for this restaurant and were suppose to receive a Birthday Discount since we were celebrating my wife's birthday, but were told by our server and manager that this location does not accept or honor and coupons or offers. Views: Amazing views of Pier, Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, SF Bay read more

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The view here is very nice. The restaurant is at the very end of the pier and has a great view of the water and of alcatraz. The food was only okay. The food here was expensive considering the quality. We also ordered tequila shots but weren't given any limes. The service was very friendly. I would consider dining elsewhere but if you're in a pinch a fine place to go to. read more

We made a reservation for 8:30p as the website and everyplace stated it closes at 10p. When we got there, we were immediately told they close at 9p but we can still eat. We were sat down and immediately grabbed our food. Didn't get a full explanation of how it works since the employees were chatting and cleaning tables. We eventually ordered drinks and sat to eat. Food and experience was alright but I feel like they need to update their website with the hours. We felt rushed to eat and weren't attended to properly. Food was good at least. read more

Absolutely amazing spot to go! I went to the one in Tahoe and it was priced at 75 bucks per person and to be honest hated the food. So when my friends suggested this location I thought surely that this would be the same experience. Boy was I wrong! The drinks were amazing! The guys on the grill were top-tier and funny! The g food was fresh and portions were perfect! Will definitely be going back!!! read more

Fire + Ice - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Was curious to try based off the social media coverage during its recent opening. Pier 39 isn't the ideal spot because HI TOURISTS. But what the heck, we went in for a late lunch on Friday and the place was empty (so note the timing if you'd rather not deal with crowds.) Upon entering, we stepped into a bright, clean, spacious new space, a sprawling view of Alcatraz, ample seating and tables, and the grill and DIY stations toward the back. Priced at $36/pp, all you can eat. Honestly, after 1 pass, I was almost full. The 2nd pass was almost forced and I chose veggies only. I am definitely not the type of person to do well at an AYCE. But if you crave quantity and have an empty stomach on cheat day, this is your place. You have a huge assortment of noodles, rice, proteins, veggies and sauces to choose from, which could be daunting for newbies or those who can't make decisions on the spot. Pack your ingredients into a small steel bowl, hand it over to the grill master who will cook it up--he'll ask if you'd like butter, salt and pepper--and the server picks it up and brings it to your table. Interesting concept. Our server was attentive and friendly, frequently checking in on us, offering us napkins and refills. It was a pleasant experience and satisfied my own curiosity. However, I'm not sure I'd return for the price. I think if there was a location in the peninsula, it could be a hit. But Pier 39 is an acquired taste for locals. read more

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Food bar was so messy, they were out of almost everything. The service was aweful. Management was not aloof. This could be a decent concept but the grill was tiny and caused a huge wait for the food to be prepared. Long lines for the grill. Also the chefs didn't do anything cool i.e. fires or cool cooking. Overall the selection was not great, food quality was low, the food bar was a total mess, the were out of everything, I waited 30 minutes for my drink, it seemed that the wait staff would disappear. I would not go back nor recommend. read more

We had a great experience at Fire and Ice interactive restaurant. The staff was very friendly and helpful in helping us build our bowls. The meals are all you can eat so you definitely get value for your dollar. The ingredients were fresh and we loved being able to pick all our favorites for our bowls. I chose the noodles with lots of fresh veggies, steak, and shrimp. I went back twice and was stuffed by the end. They are located at the end of the pier so the views are fantastic. Great food at a great value! read more

I was curious about the business model because I've never seen a restaurant like this. Service was really good too. The host brought me to the buffet line to check out the food first before sitting me down. I was sold! She was super friendly and made sure I was taken care of. This is a really unique spot that has AYCE cruisines ranging from Asian, Italian, Mexican. They have a giant grill to cook right in front of you, sort of like Mongolian BBQ spots if you know what I mean. Bonus: Great views of the ocean while you eat. read more

Me and my boyfriend went to this cool new place at Pier 39. The view of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge are absolutely wonderful, we asked for a booth close to the window and it was perfect. Upon arrival we were immediately greeted and welcomed inside. Our waiter quickly approached our table and gave us a small description of the all you can eat bowls. The place is very clean and organized. A lot of good options for pasta, meats/tofu/mussels, vegetables, a large variation of sauces, plus tortillas. The guy on the grill was very kind and we had a good time talking with him. The bowls are small but good portion, makes sense so you can try a little bit of everything. We went around 2pm today on a Thursday so it was only us and 3 more parties. I would recommend this is if you want to take your time and enjoy as much as you can because we heard that during the weekends and evenings the line goes out the door. Overall, for our first time we were very satisfied and will be coming back soon. I highly recommend you try this place out. read more

Fire + Ice - Prices - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here for drinks and the view. The view was great but our drinks were on the very low end. We had martinis that were the worst I've ever had. Never had a dirty gin martini that had sweet lemon flavoring with olives. Our coffee drink never arrived and we finally asked to have it taken off the receipt. Our server, Journey, was very apologetic and very personable. This Fire and Ice does not even come close to the one we love in Tahoe. They have a long way to go to catch up. read more

We stopped in for a round of drinks. Martinis were made perfect. Customer service was excellent. Nathan was very friendly and helpful

Food was mediocre at best. Long lines to fill your bowls and get your food cooked. The restaurant was not very clean. The floors were greasy; someone is going to slip and hurt themselves. Not enough staff. Tne lines to fill your bowls were long and then a long wait to get it cooked. Touristy location worth stellar views. The kids in our party enjoyed. The grownups not so much. read more

Had a reservation for 12:30 and were seated immediately, which was a nice start. The waterfront view at the end of Pier 39 is definitely a highlight -- gorgeous location. The food selection is interesting, but calling this "Mongolian BBQ" feels like a stretch. Instead of the usual flavors, they offer seafood like salmon and tuna, steak bites, ribs, bacon, chicken cubes, and even hot dogs and hamburger options (with buns). Sauces range from Alfredo to green tomatillo -- again, not exactly traditional. The biggest issue? The value and the hygiene. For the price, the quality of ingredients was incredibly underwhelming -- cheap cuts and filler items. You're paying a premium for a gimmicky concept and a nice view, not great food. And while the grill cook was friendly and clearly passionate, the showmanship quickly crossed into unsanitary and obnoxious. Throwing used bowls that guests have handled onto the grill area -- just to try to bounce them into a bin and miss most of the time -- was gross and unnecessary. Even worse was seeing him wipe sweat from his face with a towel and then keep working without washing his hands or changing gloves. That's just unacceptable in any food service environment. Overall, it's a fun concept in theory, but overpriced and poorly executed. Between the questionable food quality and hygiene concerns, I won't be coming back -- and wouldn't recommend it to others. read more

Went here on what ended up being their opening night! Staff is exceptional drinks were amazing, View is to die for, only had an appetizer but it was wonderful too! Try this place, the fresh stir fry bar cooked in front of you looked fresh and delicious! read more

This was our first time coming here. Came on a Saturday 3pm, there was open seating everywhere! Staff and cook were friendly, we sat at the window overlooking the water, food was good. I had 3 bowls, husband had 4 bowls, and I could have eaten more if I wasn't so full (2 bowls only pictured) Money is worth it especially if eat a lot. Service was fast but there weren't a lot of people at the time. It definitely started to get crowded towards the end of our stay. They have burgers and hotdogs on the menu as well to offer even more variety. read more

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Absolutely amazing experience! The cooks knocked it out of the park..every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The manager Ken was friendly, attentive, and clearly takes pride in the place. Service was outstanding from start to finish. Highly recommend this restaurant... you can really feel the care and passion behind everything they do! read more

We came here for a school trip (19 people) and the serving staff was amazing!!! all of our students beautifully, guided them through the process, were on top of refills, and were able to split the bill without hating us too much!! They were friendly and fabulous. The place is swanky, and lots of options for all food needs! read more

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I only have great things to say about this place. The staff were very attentive. If you're unfamiliar with how the restaurant works, they are happy to give you a tour and walkthrough the process. The cooks were friendly and happy to make suggestions. You could tell they were having fun putting on shows for the guests. Everything was immaculate. The view from the restaurant was incredible overlooking the bay. The options for different food options is only limited by your imagination. They have something for everyone; large fresh seafood selection, steak, chicken, sausage, ribs, burgers, hot dogs, tons of veggies. You can make stir fries, pasta, fajitas, pilaf, etc. I will definitely be a frequent patron here. read more

There is so much variety of food here and the staff is extremely nice and helpful. Our server Cassius went out of his way to make our experience great. Would definitely go back here again read more

Celebrated my moms birthday here on a Friday night and we had the best server Nathan who was always smiling and very hospitable great service the space was beautiful and vibrant fun place for any special occasion the food was pretty good but it's a build your own so it's as good as you make it there was a large selections of veg and protein to choose from. read more

Customer service was amazing from the moment we walked up. Food was delicious and what a view

The taste of the food here is very delicious, there is a food selection counter here that we choose and give them to stir-fry. It looks very delicious read more

Fire + Ice - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

Want to give a big shout out to Nathan he gave us excellent service and is a very well spoken young man. Going to bring my whole family here soon. Food is amazing. Wings were amazing. The atmosphere was also very welcoming and full of life. Really appreciate the hospitality and experience Nathan thank you. read more

Fire + Ice - Comfort Food Near Me - San Francisco, California

10/10 would recommend, the food was amazing and the staff was phenomenal. we got the all you can eat buffet for lunch and I got an Elysian space dust which was great and the misses got a fire + ice lemonade cocktail which was smooth and not to strong. If your looking for a nice eating spot with a nice view of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz with a dash of the San Rafael bridge i would highly recommend it and don't forget to say hi to the lovely bartender/host Moises as he is super funny and very informative about everything and made our first time that much more amazing read more

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