5 star experience without any doubt…read more It started with Eros Ramazzotti music as I walked in. I thought - the music is definitely authentic Italian. I saw a "pasta lab" sign and thought - that may or may not be authentic, never heard of that before. When my fettuccini pasta arrived I thought - it definitely looks authentic - heathy yellow pasta color. The first bite was an official confirmation that their pasta is freshly made, the sauce was amazing and the Parmesan was top-notch. This restaurant does not try to cut corners on lower quality inexpensive ingredients. This was one of the best fettuccini plates I had in SF. The only regret? I ate too quickly because I was on a rush. I wish I had more time to savor the flavors. Highly recommended and I will be running (not walking) back.

$25 lasagna. Having never been there before, I went with the signature house dish. Thinking I was…read moregoing all-in is also part of why I'll probably shy away from returning. When the dish landed, I was initially impressed. But after the first bite, it felt a bit like the Wizard of Oz: impressive presentation hiding something less substantial underneath. Their lasagna is a sort of deconstructionist take on the classic dish. The noodles are cooked and layered almost naked between barely any pockets of filling. There were a few tidbits of meat, maybe sauce and no cheese within the layers themselves. The noodles are then baked, cut, plated, and topped with what I'd guess was about a 6 oz ladle of their bolognese, finished with finely pre-grated parmesan. The first bite was overwhelmingly pasta-forward. It took me a moment to understand how the dish had been assembled against my expectations. Once I cut into it and spread everything out, it became clear this wasn't the kind of lasagna I think of when ordering lasagna. It didn't check the familiar boxes - a rich ragù, maybe a creamy béchamel, or the sharp, salty depth of cheeses layered throughout. The dish lacked the complexity and savory comfort I was craving and expecting. Another miss was the homemade flatbread (which I went back and paid cash for, so it wasn't included in the total). Traditional Italian flatbread is a yeast-free bread made with flour, olive oil or lard, salt, and water or milk, then rolled thin and cooked until crisp yet chewy. This version tasted like flour, lard, and water. It wasn't crisp or chewy. As soon as I started chewing, it turned into an unappetizing doughy mass in my mouth. After the first quarter-piece, I didn't eat anymore. As for everything else, I arrived around 7:15 on a Saturday night, and the inside was packed with a small line to the door. The outdoor tables weren't full, but it was summer in San Francisco, more people were jockeying for seats inside than out. But I wasn't too concerned and I got there around 7, so all that is on me. There were a few specials written on a chalkboard, and the cashier was awesome while explaining those. They were incredibly patient. I apologized for holding up the line, and in a very Italian way, they assured me it was my right to make sure I ordered exactly what I wanted. That interaction honestly stood out as one of the better parts of the experience. I grabbed a table just as one opened up, helped myself to water a few times from the station, and my food arrived in about 20 minutes which wasn't bad considering how busy they were. There's been a bit of internal conflict with this review. I usually don't like judging a restaurant based on a single dish, especially a restaurant with so many positive reviews. But I also don't spend as much time in that part of the city anymore, and there are simply too many other places I still want to try. Unfortunately, while there was some good-looking food on other tables, if a restaurant's claim of lasagna as its signature dish doesn't hold up, the first visit just didn't do enough to pull me back for a second chance.

I went on a Summer stroll to the heart of Chinatown in San Francisco before the possible price…read moreincrease on import goods from Asia starts this Friday .One place which you can shop is a hidden gem on Pacific street across the street of the Ping Yuen public housing projects called the New Asia Supermarket which was a former Dim Sum restaurant. It's now a San Francisco legacy business. Inside it feels like an imperial dining palace on top floor of the super market but the ground floor is stacked with drinks and food imported from different countries . You will find inside aisles of diversity of edible items from China, Japan, Vietnam,and other countries. This place gets raw like they have raw fish and chicken feet. They also offer raw meat for hot pot lovers like American Waygu and lamb shoulder from New Zealand. It's a pleasant surprise to see so much food available. You will also find duck eggs and different types of noodles. You have to plan a visit before August 1. Tariffs are on its way to the USA whether you like it or not starting this Friday . Deals are being cut with countries who are willing to negotiate. This Friday is a new month because it's the new TGIF= Tarrifs Gets Implemented Friday USA Tarrifs on August 1st are being "impose" on electronics, food and "clothes "some say we are in rough economic waters testing your own" ten toes"but you will be charged an arm and leg because some import prices this and last year has already "rose" with economic uncertainty that nobody can predict and nobody "knows" what direction it "goes" creating some anxiety and economic "woes" We will see prices rise on imports of electronics, food, and "clothes " if nobody is buying them the economy "slows"creating future economic" lows" so buy more made in America goods and services is what I "propose "so the economy " grows"

Huge selection in a beautiful space with chandeliers on tall ceilings. We found dried plums that…read morewere sweet snd sour with large pits for only $3. There was no line for the cashier.

They've been closed for a while, but it looks like they're opened again!…read more Kind of like a mini H-Mart or Ranch 99, lots of unique and cool asian snacks. A little jam packed when it's crowded but they sometimes give out gifts if you buy over a certain amount.

Folks here are super helpful and there's a good variety of snacks as well as different cooking…read moresauces! We were able to pick-up different kinds of cookies and wafers for Christmas gifts. You do have to walk down a set of stairs and the aisles may be slightly narrow. Recommend stopping by if you are looking for unique specialty items as the nearby grocery stores are quite limited in space and stock. Bring cash!

Stockton ( not the city) street has lots of good places to shop in Chinatown. This market has all…read morekinds of great international goods and it borders North Beach and Chinatown. It seems the tariffs have not hit this spot yet. They have products mostly from Asia at the Pang Kee Bargain Market. It also has a signage for CJ Latino Inc. I was able to find ingredients for my special Ohh Don ( Udon) noodles. They also have lots of sauces from Sriracha sauce to gallons of soy sauce. You find a lot of different drink mixes for milk tea and also cans of Ovaltine. You will also find different types of tea. Instant noodle soups are found from Pho Bo to Spicy Ramen. A great place to find international drinks and foods from Asia. This place has a little bit of everything Come here before the tariffs happen because the days of low cost imports are now gone it's new times and it's a new dawn Grab the ingredients to make wonton it's okay to add the prawn but don't forget the noodles so can you can make that special udon

Its fun to explore Chinatown ..so many stores ..labyrinth ..stocked fresh ..jook packs in microwave…read more..fun browsing ..

I love this shop it has all the essentials for great prices. Does anyone know the hours?read more

This shop is amazing. Lots of variety of everything!…read more Dry goods, noodles, snacks, instant coffee, sauces, candy, seasonings, drinks and cold drinks. But be careful, because it's narrow a$$ aisles are insane. You WILL be touching each others butts or hips and shoulders. I never stay there longer than 10-15 mins as it gets extremely overwhelming. I feel pressured to leave or hurry and pay because it's so narrow and it's uncomfortable when you or someone wants to pass by. I don't think I full looked thru every thing to see if they even have an item or not. It's even more annoying when you line up to pay. Because there's only one line. And it gets pretty long even tho it may be 4-5 ppl because it goes into the aisles. Again, which is extremely narrow!!

I'm a fan. For the…read morearea, this is a great take and go or take and eat spot for those in the area. Walking by on my way to a Lent Friday lunch, I noticed this addition to this block of Columbus Street where there is no shortage of lunch choices. I made a point to have lunch two weeks later. Being pretty warm, I planned to get my food and dine inside though many (including the irrepressible Cherlynn N. (https://www.yelp.com/user_details?userid=eKUGKQRE-Ywi5dY55_zChg)), give the great suggestion to bring your food to Washington Square Park. Seating is limited with four high top counter seats, a table for two and a small counter table for two with side by side chairs. After looking at the refrigerator (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=QjEQOJ3dK9_z8Mirhbd5jw), I selected three items and walked to the cashier counter. I remembered seeing miso soup on the menu and asked the helpful cashier; she kindly went there are brought a box back in ringing it up with my other food. She also asked whether I wanted to add hot water to it now and I said yes. After paying, I moved my food away from the pay area so other customers could pay for their food. I walked to one of the window high-chairs and placed my shopping bag on the chair while carrying a couple items to the counter. I went back to the cashier to get my utensils and condiments (pickled ginger, wasabi, soy sauce packets, chopsticks, and napkins) along with my last food container. Being the only hot item, I started on the miso soup (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=0&select=YGV-gn2pGqVCNS2VML8n4Q), tofu, wakame, green onions, dashi, miso first; there is no shortage of seaweed as they expanded when hydrated and there was plenty of tofu on the bottom. My big mistake was forgetting to mix the ingredients thoroughly as there were miso paste globs that didn't dissolve until I finished more than half of the soup. Do make sure to mix the ingredients thoroughly. For my main meal, I tried the Bara chirashi (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=0&select=KHGnwNzysmJ8w-Y7cyhb6w), bluefin tuna, salmon, snow crab, bura, shiso, tobiko, tamago, rice; besides being enticing visually, the flavors of the ingredients were enjoyable. The fish pieces were fresh and the ikura gave this a flavor burst while the tobiko and shredded crab gave it a crunch and lightness. Later that evening, I paired the spicy tuna roll (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=0&select=s8uYLUbml0yB9toMU_Txwg), spicy tuna, mayo, cucumber, sesame seeds, rice, seaweed, with a bowl of soup for my dinner. It was tasty and fresh, just like my lunch chirashi and I enjoyed having it while fresh. Thanks to the kind cashier for helping me get the miso container from the fridge and filling it was water. Also, when walking to the dining section, do be careful as I accidentally spilled some of the water from the miso as the ingredients expanded as I walked. I grabbed some napkins to wipe up the hardwood floor to prevent people from slipping. I will dine here again and likely take food to go from here too. This is an excellent addition to the neighborhood.

Ebiko is really clean and upon entering, there is a huge fridge that holds all their sushi that you…read moregrab and then pay at the counter. The prices are quite inexpensive. Omakase Value(4.5/5) Inexpensive less than $20 Taste(3/5) a couple of pieces of fish didn't taste fresh and the nigiris are pretty bland. California roll Value(3/5) $9 for real crab california rolls is pretty standard but you do get a few more pieces than elsewhere Taste(3.5/5) personally I like my California rolls a bit creamier. The crab itself tastes very clean and fresh. Salmon aburi Value(5/5) $13 is well priced for amount of salmon you get Flavor (4.5/5) Personally my favorite item here. The smokiness from the sear with the fattiness of the salmon was delectable. This is a great spot for quick and easy sushi for a decent meal.

This is an old school place and this owner is an old school hustler. I chose my own salted duck…read morelegs that we use to steam in our claypots or rice cookers. As I chose 3 separate bags, I asked her to individually price each bag which she does, proceeds to staple the this red paper as their business card to the bag, every bag....then throws the bags on the scale to give me a total price. This total price becomes higher because of the papers added, almost 2 bucks. Seriously, this order was already over 250 bucks. What a hustler! She knows it too cause I got the silent treatment after. Not even a thank you......I'm done, if it wasn't for my family and friends, wouldn't go back cause it's the principle of business.

It's old world style preserved meats. It's how it's made and sold. Generations have come here to…read morebuy and sent all over to other cities that don't have this stuff. Pressed chicken, ducks, gizzards and more!

I was so happy when they renovated the store under new ownership. It's on the smaller side, but…read morethey really make it work, everything is super clean, organized, and well-stocked. They carry a great variety of Korean dishes, snacks, and marinated meats, basically everything you need. The food from the kitchen is solid and nicely packaged, and the pan-fried kimbap is a must. They also have a wide selection of banchan, which I love. I'm genuinely impressed with how they've maximized the space while keeping it so clean and efficient. I would skip the frozen meats though as they are overpriced. With Safeway closed, this has been such a convenient nearby alternative. Parking can be a bit tricky, there is a back lot, but much of it is closed off since the Safeway shutdown.

I was walking through the Fillmore debating what to get for dinner to take home. I had my head set…read moreon getting something from Nijiya Market, but then I walked by Woori Food Market and something told me to check it out. I went to the hot food section, conveniently located right at the entrance, and the Korean fried popcorn chicken caught my eye. Then next to it was japchae, one of my favorite noodle dishes. I found my dinner. The crunch on the chicken was addicting! Yet, the breading wasn't thick. The chicken itself was juicy and the glaze was savory and sweet. The japchae was full of veggies, and had a nice umami flavor. The store is small, but they have a lot of items that I can't find close by, like the plant-based beef rice balls. The closest Korean market to me closed, so I'm glad for this one as it's easily accessible by bus and not too far away from my place. I'll be coming back here again soon.

Komi Food was recommended by a friend for their fresh egg noodles. Bought some, along with other…read moreproducts which were priced below what we saw in bigger supermarkets. Also grabbed a handful of Japanese individually-wrapped red bean cakes. So much good stuff on the shelves, our eyes were popping! And yes, the egg noodles were superb!

Coming here brings back memories to when I bought snacks at this store when I went to Chinese…read moreschool across the street. Feels like dejavu! Highly recommend!

Quick stop at San Francisco Chinatown, during this recent weekend trip and needed to buy the some…read moreAsian goods, the kine I don't see back home on Oahu. hehe. Luckily my other half happen to find a parking spot right in front of Golden Way. I had plans to go to the other store, I went last time but this works out perfect. The jumbo dried shrimp right in front of store caught my eyes. Stopped by real quick and got everything I needed, wish I could grab more but I had to limit myself since I didn't bring an extra luggagge. Golden Way, a great name, Lets go shop the Golden Way, reminds me of a store here at Chinatown, although very small cramped store it's very organized. Owner does a great job at storing everything and making use of all the spaces. Lots of Asian products here but no fresh produce or frozen products . Credit cards accepted as well, which is great! I ended up using my credit card for my entire purchase since usually cash is preferred in Chinatown. My co-worker wanted a specific soy sauce but no luck in finding it. What did I end up buying here at Golden Way, a LB of jumbo dried shrimp ( I think it was $24. or 25. lb) dried salted fish, dried scallops, long rice noods, pickled veggies, siracha, sauces, condensed milk, preserved eggs. Why on some of the products, Prices actually lower here. The only thing I wish Golden Way does is have prices on some of products, I had to ask how much?! The owner is nice & patient with me. I will be back again! I can't wait to use all those goodies, it made it safely back to Oahu.