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Papa Noodle

4.5 (219 reviews)
ModerateChinese, Noodles
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago
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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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Alisa P.

It's a perfect spot for my lunch break catch ups with friends now. They have nice short menu and kiosk helps to make an order faster. The space is nice, not too crowded on Monday lunch time. There are a couple of tables outside too. Food comes pretty fast - my favorite is Chefs Americano beef noodles - delicious tender meat crispy from outside on top of perfectly cooked noodles with a crunch from carrots and freshness from cilantro. Amazing hearty bowl. Recommend it!

Shay M.

We stopped by this restaurant for lunch while visiting San Francisco and I liked the cute street market feel of the space. Upon entering, we encountered a touch screen to order and the process was easy and intuitive. I ordered a papa noodle and it was delivered to my seat by a server. The only issue within this is that I had to wave down the server because when he came out with my meal he went to a few tables before he found me. The food was tasty and seemed fresh. The complimentary candies as well as self serve condiments and water was a nice touch. This is a good lunch spot in the heart of the city.

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Jasmine L.

One of my favorite lunch spots in FiDi! The noodles are so chewy and have a great QQ texture. Can't go wrong with the classic Papa Noodle. The service is quick and easy and there are complementary candies and dental floss to pick up when leaving.

Nina W.

This place is close to our hotel so we decided to try it. I got the dry noodle (with chicken) and my husband got the beef noodle soup. Both are really delicious and the meat is super tender. Food is super filling too. You order at the iPad and wait for your food. They have some tables outside so it makes this place dog friendly! Does get windy on the sidewalk so bundle up!

Braised Beef Noodle Soup
James L.

What a hidden gem... quality noodles that are convenient and quick, right in downtown SF. I was in town visiting for the weekend and looking for something quick and easy to get for dinner and was able to locate Papa Noodle a few blocks from my hotel. I got the braised beef noodle soup, which was rich and hearty and really hit the spot. I hope to come again and try more items.

Jennifer Y.

I can't believe I waited this long to try this place! I didn't have high expectations going in, but the flavor and portion sizes really surprised me. It was relatively quiet for the weekend, so we were seated right away and the food arrived quickly. The portions were generous, packed with plenty of protein and veggies. We tried the papa noodle (which came with your choice of chicken or pork), and the thick noodles soaked up all that delicious sauce perfectly. The beef in the braised beef noodle soup was also very tender. We particularly enjoyed the Chinese sauerkraut as it added a great touch to the meal.

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Michelle Z.

Very tucked away spot in fidi but the service and ambiance was great! The space is very thoughtful and they have tons of nice touches like free candy for customers, a tv playing food videos, utensils and water (& hot water too!!) and takeout boxes laid out for easy grabbing, and also a cool pac man machine inside. My friend and I got the braised beef noodle soup which was around $19 but a pretty hefty portion. The soup was a bit too salty/spicy for me but the beef flavor was great and I liked the chewiness/flavor of the noodles. The pickles and bok choy were also yummy touches. I do wish the cilantro stems weren't included though as they were unpleasant to eat. Overall this was a comforting meal and a nice spot for a casual dinner if in the area!

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Ed U.

I haven't worked in the office drone part of eastern SoMa in quite some time. In fact, the last time I was at this address was when I was a semi-regular at Lee's Deli. I still miss the chicken salad sandwich, but I recently happened upon this casual Chinese zhijiang-style noodle house. With an understandably hip vibe given the populace, it wasn't a traditional-looking spot, but the food tasted authentic. The menu consists primarily of five noodle dishes of which customers pick one and order to customize on one of two kiosks. Naturally I was slow it was my first time, and the youngsters behind me managed to control their heavy sighs since they were more focused on their phones. Since it was the namesake dish, I decided on the $16.88 Papa Noodle with Pork, which they delivered in less than ten minutes. It looked appetizing with all the fresh vegetables (bean sprouts, shredded carrot and cucumber, pickled cabbage) surrounding the pork sauce and topped with chopped scallion. For extra crunch, I had them add spicy peanuts for an extra dollar (Photo 8). The handmade noodles were hidden underneath. Once tossed together, the flavors were quite satisfying (Photo 7). A nice noodle find. FOOD - 4 stars...deliciously authentic noodles AMBIANCE - 4 stars...kinda hipster but not irritatingly so SERVICE - 4 stars...very minimal interaction but quite fast TOTAL - 4 stars...Papa's got a brand new noodle RELATED - Exploring the eastern side of SoMa? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/TVGnDwzpSY

Shrimp Cold Noodle (with Spicy Peanuts)
Alyson S.

Papa Noodle is a hidden gem in downtown San Francisco serving delicious food and fun vibes. The interior is decorated with Chinese memorabilia, vintage arcade games, and best of all (for us Chinese) a candy section with free candy from our childhood. There is loud music playing different genres from classic rock to Chinese rap and a huge TV screen playing YouTube videos. Staff are friendly and welcoming. You have to order with them first before grabbing a table. We came on a weekend during lunch time when it was packed and only waited about 10 minutes for a table to clear. The dishes are rich in ingredients and have so much depth of flavor. We had the Vegan Loma Noodle (fried tofu) and the Shrimp Cold Noodle with Spicy Peanuts. The handmade noodles are so chewy. The portions are quite large and very worth it for the price. I highly recommend everyone come support this business. I can't wait to go back and try their other dishes.

Super Tofu Tots (Vegan)
Serena P.

stopped by on a friday around 5. immediately took in the ambiance. the space was so carefully curated and each piece felt so intentional, creating a fun and engaging atmosphere. there were 2 kiosks to order and we ordered the tofu tots and the vegan loma noodle. we sat down and there were lots of different seating options. they had 3 free to play games, a giant projector playing some travel food tv show, and a self serve station with candies, floss, and condiments. each table also had chili oil and extra spicy chili oil. the noodles were bouncy and flavorful and the tofu were some of the best i have had in sf!! service was quick and friendly! definitely will be back!

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Lizzie S.

4.5 stars! I was very happy with Papa Noodle. I love zhajiang mien and not many places in SF make it. Papa Noodle does it well--my only gripe was I felt that the portion could've been bigger! I often take food home but here, I left a little and thought about taking it but then did not think the amount left warranted a takeout container. It's quick and many people do takeout here versus sitting down. It fills up during weekday lunch rushes, but the line moves quickly. I ordered Pork Papa Noodle and Walovi, which is Chinese herbal tea. It was cool and refreshing. The Papa Noodle had tender meat, not too fatty. It was very fragrant, as my old coworker who I dined with said. The noodles had good texture, consistency, and chewiness. I liked the amount of vegetables and meat they gave, as well as sides of vinegar and chili oil you could add. It's very clean inside and I love the decor and art. Very fun. Will be back!

Braised Beef Noodle Soup with thin rice noodles
Rita C.

This is such an amazing place! service was great and the place was very clean. At the front, they even provide mints and flossers for after the meal. what we got: beef noodle soup with thin rice noodles (10/10 yums): WOW. the rice noodles were really chewy even though they were thin. I was pretty impressed by the broth as well. The meat was super tender and fatty, which was definitely a plus! loma noodle (10/10 yums): this is the vegan option dry noodle! loved it as it wasn't too salty. there is an option to get it spicy or not spicy! super tofu tots (10/10 yums): must get appetizer to share! super crispy and flavored really well. Went great with the pickles on the side!

Tofu Tots
Benjamin N.

Would recommend to get the main dish and loved the vibe of sitting down and seeing the interactive decor. best: Papa noodle Tofu tots alright: Chef's americano Beef noodle Papa noodle w/ pork was very filling and tasted fresh. I didn't add much chili oil due to my spice tolerance but the mix of veg, noodles and pork made everything meld well together. I would avoid chicken due to the risk of it being dry for this dish. Tofu tots were actually really crunchy and tasty beef noodle wasnt bad but not as filling as papa noodle original nor is there enough beef to justify the price

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Ask the Community - Papa Noodle

Can you do non spicy noodles? Asking for the kids.

Dear Tina, our Vegan Loma Noodles are not spicy at all. We can also make Chicken Wings and Tofu Tots not spicy per request as well. Thank you for your support!

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San Tung

4.1(8.9k reviews)
4.1 mi•Inner Sunset
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There is a specific kind of culinary magic that only happens in the cramped, loud, steam-filled…read morejoints of San Francisco. And if it's chicken wings your soul is screaming for, let's be honest: there isn't a single place in this town that can compete with San Tung. This recipe? It's completely off the hook. It is sweet, it is tangy, and it is utterly, shamelessly irresistible to the human tongue. It completely defies the pedestrian flavors that everyone else in this city is pushing. This isn't just food; it's a lifestyle choice. It's my drug of choice. What you've got here is a beautiful, bastardized combination of Chinese and Korean BBQ engineering. But let's get one thing straight: the secret isn't some mythical blend of eleven herbs and Chinese spices. No, it boils down to something far more primal: the type of chicken that San Tung purchases. They are looking for something very specific--the precise age, the exact size of the bird. And that? That is something they will absolutely never share with you. Like the formula for Coca-Cola, they guard that secret with a beautiful, paranoid intensity. Now, the people I really miss in this room are Charles and his wife. They split off from this sit-down paradise years ago and carved out their own gig right next door--San Tung 2. They took the crown and put themselves on the map for those wings. It was a beautiful, tightly run family affair--full-on mafia style. Whatever traffic drove through this side of town, they weren't here for the scenery; they were here for the wings. ST2 might be gone now, but the dream? The dream continues to thrive right here. So whenever that craving hits, do yourself a favor. Make your way over to this room. You'll thank me later.

A bit overrated San…read moreTung on Irving Street in the Inner Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, CA, offers a textbook overrated dining experience that struggles to justify its massive, block-spanning hype. The defining hurdle of a visit is the notorious wait time, where customers routinely stand on the sidewalk for an hour or more just to be squeezed into a cramped, noisy, and basic dining room. While the legendary original dry-fried chicken wings are decent, they ultimately fall short of their mythical reputation; the signature sweet-and-spicy glaze leans incredibly saccharine and sticky, masking meat that often turns out slightly dry and over-fried. Beyond the signature wings, the rest of the extensive menu feels surprisingly ordinary and heavy-handed with sodium, making standard dishes like the black bean sauce noodles and string beans feel like ordinary takeout rather than a destination meal. Combined with a hurried front-of-house staff operating an "all-business" conveyor belt to clear tables quickly, the rushed environment and inflated, ala-carte pricing leave you feeling like you paid premium time and money for what is ultimately a standard neighborhood Chinese spot. Thanks

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4.2(478 reviews)
0.5 mi•Chinatown
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Amazing service! I…read morecame as a party of 2 at 5:20 (just before opening) on a Saturday night and we were the last party to be seated as the first round of walk-ins! We got seated right by the window, so lovely! The ambiance is so nice and the decor is so cozy and cool. We got the free peanuts and cucumber salad first- so flavorful and a nice way to whet our appetite. The scallop vermicelli was SO buttery and flavorful. I wanted another order!! The claypot rice came steaming hot and full of meats! Get something to cut it with! The black bean clams were delicious but a tad salty so it's nice to have with the claypot, or even an order of veggies and plain rice! We ended our meal with shaved ice that was layered with black bean, custard, and boba! So refreshing and a perfect end! I would come back 10000%

Five of us dined here to celebrate a birthday. According to the one who managed to get the…read morereservation, it's quite popular and the reservation is one of the coveted ones in SF. Anyway, having tried it, I can say it was good, but not so good that I'd expend that much energy to secure the reservation. Have to say, service was really great. Servers were attentive without being overbearing, which is always welcome. We ordered several dishes and dined, as they suggested, family style. To start, we were given two complimentary dishes, the roasted peanuts and the smashed cucumbers; both were nice appetizers. We ordered the Chiu Chow green beans, the Mongolian beef noodles, the claypot rice with lop cheung and bacon, the salt 'n peppa prawns, and the whole fried petrale sole, the last two being on the day's "specials" board. The winning dish was definitely the green beans. All the food was good, but seemed to be a bit overly salted and highly spiced. The piece of beef I had from the Mongolian beef noodles was tender, but one of my friends thought her piece was a bit tough and too chewy; we all thought the beef could have been cut into smaller or thinner pieces. We also shared two desserts since it was a birthday celebration (there are only three options offered). We had the red bean shaved ice and the mango pudding. Both were good (not "oh, boy, yummy" good, but good). Nice to try. The price wasn't outrageous ($200 including tax and tip), but I think this will be a "been there, done that" experience for me unless a friend absolutely wants to go again.

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606

4.6(631 reviews)
0.8 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill
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Family-owned & operated
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Food quality was good! However, quantity was quite less with everything except for tofu.read more

​606 took over the legendary New Sun Hong Kong spot--a neighborhood staple since 1989 known for its…read moreiconic hanging floating books outside on Broadway. It has been reimagined by the next generation of the family as a vibrant reboot that honors tradition while bringing fresh energy to Chinatown/North Beach. ​I came back tonight to sit down for a full meal, and the house was completely full--I love seeing them do so well! As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by one of the owners, Eugene. He was super friendly, welcoming, and focused on making sure we got seated. His hospitality genuinely can't be beaten anywhere; he immediately made us feel like family. Thankfully, a couple of tables were finishing up their checks, and he had us seated in no time. ​We ordered the wonton noodle soup, seafood fried noodles, and garlic Chinese spinach, and the food came out fast! Everything tasted great, and unlike so many restaurants nowadays that serve individual-sized portions under the guise of "family style," 606's portions are huge and wonderfully generous. ​Wonton Noodle Soup: The broth was flavorful without being overly salty, and the wontons were packed with plump, tender shrimp--they definitely don't skimp on ingredients! ​Seafood Fried Noodles: Executed perfectly with just the right amount of savory sauce so the noodles retained that satisfying crispy, crunchy texture. ​Garlic Chinese Spinach: Cooked just right--not too soft and not undercooked. ​I'm so glad we came back to sit down and dine in. Not only do Eugene and his team make you feel right at home, but the food is fantastic, hearty, and full of heart. Highly recommend!

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Hon's Wun-Tun House was a culinary delight on our recent trip to San Francisco! They've got all…read morethe classic dishes. We reallly enjoyed the wun-tun soup, the dumplings, chow fun, honey walnut prawns and several other items. Once seated, you order from a qr code so service is prompt and efficient! As others have noted the wait can be long as it's always packed! But worth the wait. And - pro tip - you can call ahead and have them add you to the list before you get there if you get lucky and talk to the right person. Inside, it's crowded, loud, and pretty basic. But that's part of the experience, and decor isn't particularly important when the table is covered with delicious food! Definitely worth a stop if you're looking for classic Chinese food in San Francisco in the heart of Chinatown. Just show up hungry and be prepared to wait a bit.

Beef brisket won ton noodle soup…read more One of ct's staples didn't recognize the place been too long. Definitely hit the spot but portions are a little small. Soup was delicious and their chili oil was definitely one of the best I've ever had might've killed the whole jar . Was eating with my eyes and we got "cherng fun" beef rice rolls. Don't do it. Not even close to dim sum style. Dumplings weren't too bad.

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