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    Ginto Express

    4.2 (77 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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    Unagyu Don 鰻牛丼
    Lily Z.

    3.5/5 stars for me! Ordered the unagyudon. Flavors were well balanced, not too overwhelming or salty. Portions were hefty which is what I hoped for $18 price tag (I got double rice!). I feel that I could make this at home, which is exactly the vibe I was going for for today. Nothing particularly standout but I would come back. I eat a decent amount usually and I would say with double rice I finished about 65% of the portion with leftover for a heavier snack. Prompt service -- my food was ready about 10 minutes after I ordered. Note they're takeout only. I'd advise you heat up the food after receiving if you can, but gently to avoid drying out the meat!

    Amy L.

    Ordered via Doordash. Food prep and delivery were quick. The karaage was hot and fresh, which I greatly appreciated. I can taste a lot of white pepper in the chicken but felt it could use more salt (and perhaps a dash of msg :D). The mini dons were a good portion size for lighter appetites (regular rice level) and had adequate toppings relative to size. I wish the mini dons were warmer (ideally hot) because all 3 were around room temperature. Flavorwise, they tasted ok and were fairly neutral. It's not the best tasting I've had nor was it the worst... but it was filling. Ranking the 3 mini dons I got, the Oyako Don was first (most balanced in flavors), then Spicy Tantan (which reminded me of kimchi and gochujang flavored rice -- not that spicy, it's less than sriracha level), and lastly the Curry Omu Don. The curry was quite light on flavor.

    Marisa C.

    Just discovered this little takeout section of Showa! Incredibly cheap for SF delivery but still delicious! So far we've tried the katsu, beef, and eel... cooked to perfection. Udon and soup were great, very flavorful! Not sure how they manage to keep the meats from overcooking, but I'm not complaining. Even the poached egg was perfectly cooked! The katsu wasn't as crispy but that was expected considering we ordered cheese on top and it had to be delivered - but the best part was it came in an aluminum tray so we could just quickly pop it in the oven and rebake it! So thoughtful!!!

    curry gyu don
    Michelle Z.

    Got the curry gyu don delivered and it was just all right -- the beef didn't feel very fresh and had a bit of a weird flavor. It was pretty fatty and stringy. I did appreciate that there was a lot of curry and rice. I liked the flavor of the karaage chicken, although it was pretty greasy/fatty too. It's 5pc but came with 6. Overall, this place gives a big portion for the price, but the quality felt slightly questionable.

    Edrian D.

    If you're looking for a quick hot meal, then this is the place. I was pleasantly surprised on how fast! I doordashed the meal and was working through my lunch and within 30 mins of ordering, my order was at my door. That's quick! Tonkatsu Curry was on the menu for today. Generously portioned. However, the pork cutlet was lacking salt. The curry had a weird sweet tang that I later found cornichons in the curry. That was a little weird. All in all, the meal was on par and not bad -- Would I order again? Sure, but I'd have to be craving it.

    Unagyu Don 鰻牛丼

    The food is tasty, well crafted and authentic. The chef nails the identity of flavor and presentation. The price is friendly and I look forward it again.

    Oyako Don 親子丼
    Sarah C.

    doordashed the oyako don and unfortunately, the chicken was kind of tough. the egg also wasn't cooked the usual oyako don style so minus points for authenticity

    Mini Kara-age Don ミニ唐揚げ丼
    Annie L.

    Don't mistake Ginto Express for Showa (an upscale Japanese dine in restaurant next door). We tried to enter Showa only to be redirected to a small take out window which is Ginto Express (To-Go and Delivery only). You can order in advance but we scanned the QR code at the window and ordered quickly through Doordash. We ordered the Nikutama Beef Udon and also the Mini Fried chicken Kara-age Don rice bowl. Wait time was about 15mins. Food was plentiful for the price but so-so quality. The beef in the udon was stringy and fatty. Fried chicken rice bowl was good if you're not too hungry, it's perfect portion sized. Given the lack of Japanese restaurants and Udon locations around here, this is a quick stop to hit the spot!

    Baked Curry Katsu Don カレーカツ丼のオーブン焼き $16.95. Not your typical takeout container
    Erika C.

    3.75 stars for the baked curry tonkatsu don. I liked the cheese but I didn't care for cornichons in place of the traditional fukujinzuke. I think Curry Hyuga has better curry tonkatsu don. I can think of some places with better curry and others with better katsu. That said, I still think this restaurant is a great addition in the area where Japanese curry is lacking, even if it is a takeout/delivery spot. The attached sit down restaurant, Showa, is a fantastic experience so I hope both sides combined - Ginto and Showa - can keep this venture going. Beautiful presentation for takeout though - the container and chopsticks. Nice touch. Easy online ordering from the website (through DoorDash) and food came out quickly.

    Curry tan Curry Spicy Tantan Don スパイシー坦々カレー丼 Mini Gyu Don ミニ牛丼
    Zach H.

    Quick, affordable, and delicious lunch spot that I go to at least twice a month to treat myself. I always order ahead for pickup and theyre really quick with the order. I usually get the curry spicy tan tan don and it has been a favorite for over 2 years now. The pork has a small kick, but the star of the show is the curry. It's not like any of the plain box curry you have. This place is one of the only spots that remind me of curry I had in Japan (other spots being Curry Hyuga and Coco Ichibanya). Since this place is cheap and quick, it'll always be my special monthly treat for lunch. Highly recommend to check this place out. I do have to admit that their beef in the gyudon can be a hit or miss, but definitely try their curry.

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    Delicious food! The mini bowls were tasty enjoyed the cheese takoyaki, cheese katsu, the mini curry tamago bowl was so good as well.

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    Fast, delicious. First time here and the vibe is right. Never had a fry like this before in my life I'm in love!

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    4.0(1.8k reviews)
    1.4 miChinatown
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    Used to be a must and go to almost a decade ago when I used to visit SF more often (meaning it was…read morea fav of one of my ex's). The first couple of times was great and then it started to fall off later on. Including the texture and flavor not hitting as hard and the fact that it's closed on weekends now. Impossible for non wagies to go there, meaning I can't have any when I'm there on weekend vacation I guess, but with how everything closes early and is dying in Bay Area, I'm somehow not surprised. Very tiny spot and not much seating, so you're either taking it to go or you're praying there's a chair and a counter that's free. No big deal since I've been to other Japanese curry places like this. I've had a mix bag where the katsu was deliciously crispy and moist on the inside and days where the meat inside is dry, even drenched in curry. Hot curry sauce is Japanese hot, so it has spices in it but not spicy at all. The workers do their best for the lunch rush, so that's a plus at least. Overall, it was okay, but man the times sure have changed.

    Got a medium spicy katsu curry and was fairly spicy! So if you are unsure, err on the lower side!…read moreFood tasted good, nothing super special. Not the worst curry I've had, but also not the best. Fairly liquidly curry, not thick at all. This is also one of those pick-up only locations, so don't expect to be able to sit down and eat. You order and pick up at the window.

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    I came to this small, mom and pop restaurant after a fun day at the Renegade Craft Fair. I have to…read moresay after walking up the winding and hilly streets of SF, this warming and comforting curry really hit the spot! I want to preface that this restaurant is simple, no frills, and looks a little outdated when you walk in. However, the service was very friendly and the menu is pretty extensive! This location offers Japanese-style curry dishes from chicken katsu curry to fried fish curry and even offers vegetarian curry dishes as well. I also love that you can pick from a list of toppings to add to your curry. Not to mention, you can choose the spice level of your curry. Volcano offers a spice level of 1 (mild) - 4 (volcano). I ordered the fried shrimp curry with the addition of a potato croquette, spice level 2 (medium). I was STARVING and was tempted to add more toppings but didn't want to go too crazy so I could enjoy the curry itself! I also ordered a cup of miso soup on the side. I'm going to be totally honest, I was just expecting an average bowl of curry but boy was I wrong... 5/5! The food came out piping hot, to-go style, in white plastic containers. The shrimp was golden, light, crispy, and tender. The potato croquette was super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I was amazed that none of the fried items were greasy whatsoever. The curry was thick, hearty, comforting and had a slight kick of spice. Accompanied with a mound of steamy, white rice, this dish was delicious and the portions very generous! The miso soup was light, umami, and broth-y. It really helped to cut the richness of the curry and fried items. I'm so happy I got to try this place and will be back to try their katsu sandos next time!

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    Stumbled onto this place in a mild hunger panic on the way back from the city, looking for…read moresomething Japanese before jumping on 280. Yelp delivered. Parked easily on the side street, walked in around 3:30 in the afternoon, no hassle. The place has an authentic Japanese cafe feel, the kind where the menu has things you don't typically find at your average sushi spot. I had my eye on the sandos, specifically the Chicken Katsu Sando, but landed on the Spicy Tuna Don instead. Good call. Spicy yellowfin tuna tartare over well-seasoned sushi rice, topped with sesame, furikake, green onions, with a little radish and cucumber on the side. The tuna was very fresh, the rice was on point. Service was quick and polite - they even have an outside window for takeout. One nice detail: a neat dollop of wasabi is pasted along the inside wall of the bowl, which is a clean way of letting you control exactly how much heat you want to mix in. Tasteful presentation, but don't let that fool you. It has a legitimate kick, so calibrate accordingly. Paired it with their Honjozo dry sake cup, which was a nice complement to the meal and exactly the right call for a mid-afternoon bite. The sandos looked great on other tables and I fully intend to go back for the Chicken Katsu Sando - and then go try the wine bar next door to it. which was pretty tempting.

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    So glad there is a Japanese curry spot right here in the Mission! The curry was flavorful and the…read morepork came out so crisp. Service was attentive especially the staff often returning to refill our water. Relatively quiet for a Sat evening with ample seating. Hoping business increases for them soon! Recommend this cozy spot and look forward to coming back .

    Curry Hyuga specializes in Japanese curry which is sweeter, milder curry compared to something like…read moreIndian curry. And unlike Thai curry, it has no coconut milk. It has almost a thick gravy like texture and often is dark brown in color. I've had Japanese curry in Japan as well as around the SF bay area and I would say the japanese curry here is average at best. The texture is a little lumpy to be honest and there isn't a tremendous amount of curry flavor. Today, we ordered a couple of items off the special menu - Kaki Curry (oysters) and Shiso Mentaiko Cream Spaghetti. The Kaki Curry came with six fried oysters, some rice, potato salad, and a dab of sauce for the fried oysters. The fried oysters were fresh and crunchy. Overall, it was satisfying but nothing spectacular. The Shiso Mentaiko Cream Spaghetti is a cream sauce based pasta dish with roe, shiso leaves, and nori seaweed. It's an interesting twist to your popular spaghetti dish so the flavor profiles were interesting. The dish was creamy and the nori and roe brought some unami flavor. Between the two dishes, I enjoyed this one slightly more even those this place is a "curry" spot. Dish comes with a japanese cabbage salad and miso soup which tasted pretty standard.

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    Solid spot for a comforting, satisfying meal. I got the fried chicken over rice with curry, and it…read morereally hit the mark. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, with a nice light seasoning that didn't overpower the dish. The curry sauce was rich, slightly sweet, and had just enough depth to keep you going back for another bite. Portion size was great for the price, and everything came out hot and fresh. The vibe felt cozy and laid-back--nothing fancy, but definitely the kind of place you'd come back to when you're craving something reliable and filling. Only reason it's not a full 5 stars is I wish the curry had a bit more spice or complexity, but that's personal preference. Still, a really enjoyable meal overall and worth checking out.

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    This place is literally on the bridge, connecting the Japantown shopping centers. So it's pretty…read moresmall and narrow. Not really accessible if you have a wheelchair. It was kind of difficult already with my husbands crutches. A wheelchair could be possible if they sit you at the very front entrance. We wanted to go because they have napolitan and we were very happy that we went. The staff were nice. They keep to themselves and check in on you just enough. There's anime on the shelves if you want to read and relax. Love that they had a warning that some of them may not be suitable for kids. They don't split bills, so heads up if you're going with multiple people. Our boys really liked their curry and katsu. They were able to make it not really spicy and it was just right for them. Napolitan was so good. The serving size was just right. At first I thought it might be too big, but because it was so good, I scarfed that thing down. This will definitely be our spot to go back to when we're in Japantown.

    I've been going to the Japanese Trade Center since I was a little kid. It's been a huge part of my…read morelife. This was one of those places that I always passed and would think to myself "I need to stop there one of these days." Well I finally did and it was quite good. The curry I got would have been the perfect level of spice for my wife, who's fully white, but next time I think I'll go up a level or two. It was still good and full of great flavor, but I expected a bit more from the level of spiciness I got. The young guy that was helping me was very nice and attentive. There was this person visiting someone who worked there, I think she was a nurse who worked nearby, who was chatting with her friend (the other server) at such a volume I wonder if the nurse lady knew that inside voices were even an option. That was a little distracting but I don't blame my server for that. I don't care if employees at places want to chat, that's fine. Just be aware of the volume. Overall I'm very glad I went here and the food was delicious.

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    Ramen in Potrero, Torraku was once a popular food truck that has now planted itself in a nice brick…read moreand mortar location that has coffee and empanadas close by. In 2017 it was listed on SF's best food truck list and if you've been a fan they've carried over their black and red color scheme to the restaurant.  The good thing is they are used to operating at high volume with fast turn around so the food comes out really fast. The menu is small but they do serve Japanese beers and sake. Shoyu Ramen: Noodles and broth were perfect and the chashu and seaweed were abnormally large, it was very tasty. For being proportional I would have loved more green onion. Spicy Miso Ramen: Perfect for warming you up on a cool SF day, it's savory with a delicate heat and thicker cut pieces of meat. Overall size may be perfect for other people but my friend and I could not finish our bowls, it seemed like we kept eating and eating and the bowl looked exactly the same so great value for the price.

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