So excited to see a Chamorro restaurant in the bay!My partner is Guamanian and we very much enjoyed the chicken kelaguen. It had the perfect lemon and smoky flavor. BBQ ribs were tender and juicy. Red rice was flavorful and is always a must at the bbq! When you drizzle a little bit of the fina'denne' on top, it's perfection. We like a little spice, so it would be nice to have some donne to add. We really also enjoyed the pina loco, it was very tropical and sweet. The outdoor patio just reminded us of being at the family bbq and the heaters were an added plus. Really friendly service and great ambiance overall. Excited to come back and try out new dishes. read more

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The food is good, but incredibly expensive. However, if you have not had Chamorro food you should at least try it!! Especially since there are barely any Chamorro food representation in the restaurant scene. What we ordered: 1. Red Rice: $7.20 for 2 cups. The red rice was good, but not enough of it for one person who LOVES rice. Filipinos/rice lovers- you're gonna want your own order and maybe order another. 2. Koko wings: $17.48 for 5 pieces! That's a whole value family pack size at Safeway uncooked. I'm just saying... for 5 pieces, it was on the expensive side. It was good. Definitely tasty. The sticker shock! 3. Chicken Kelaguen: $14.40. Came in a small bowl. Super tasty and delicious. Poured all my black finadenee on it and ate it with the red rice. Totally recommend. 4. BBQ Chicken Skewers: $21.11 for three appetizer sized sticks of chicken. Well marinated and tasty. 5. BBQ Brisket: $24.81 it was ok. Not very flavorful at all. 6. Black Finadenne sauce: $2.06.. you'd think the sauce would be free. Our meal here cost more than Brenda's French Soul food. It was good, but if you know how to cook it you'll be surprised how much they're charging. Glad it's an option tho, if you have a craving and you're super lazy. read more

Came to SFO to visit our beautiful family and our foodie nice wanted to surprise us with great different food! What an awesome experience!!! I was clueless about food from Guam. It was different, delicious and fantastic. The place is rather eclectic and fun, very casual, great music and service. I loved the food!!!! We did share "tapas style"... The eggplant was probably the best followed by the noodles with beef and mushrooms (Tianktak), the chicken wings were also delicious, kind of special and different... everything we tried were delicious... I will be looking for food from Guam everywhere I go from now on... love the spices and the way they use the coconut milk in the food! read more

Prubechu - The only thing left at the table - an empty bottle of wine and the check! - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Guam food in my old neighborhood in the Mission. Trust me this food hits different. It's definitely different from anything in the neighborhood in a good way. Great atmosphere and service and the food is amazing. Must try. The red rice , BBQ skewers and the ribs . Leave room for dessert . read more

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These might be some of the best wings I've ever had. I seriously debating ordering another round! We sat outside on the patio and it was a cute scene. I'm not too familiar with Guamanian food, but was glad I tried it. Everything we ordered off the menu was very good. However, the wine list skewed a bit too much into the natural wine territory for my liking. read more

I literally have no objections to this place. The service was amazing (tempted to order more drinks). First time ever having chamorro food and this was a great introduction. Outdoor patio is heated, shielded from SF winds, and very inviting which is perfect for large parties. I noticed chamorro food incorporates coconut whenever they can but im not complaining. Would love to come back and try the table feast on a special occasion! read more

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Eating at Prubechu was my first time eating Guamanian food and it was pretty delicious! Pretty much everything we ordered was good but my favorites were the Ko'ko' wings, the spicy hot tamale gisu with fried egg, and the chicken tinaktak! The red rice was super good too. I'm just in general not a big mayo/cream person so the chicken kelaguen was a little too mayo/creamy for me, same with the golai hagon suni (creamed spinach) and the appan mendioka (cassava in coconut milk) but really the flavors were all good and it's not like I wouldn't eat it again! Prices are all on the higher side so probably better to share with 3-4 people in the group if you want to try more dishes at once but still be okay with the portion sizes. Any larger group, the portions may not work out as well. Would come back! read more

Checked this place out after wanting to try it for a long time. We didn't have a reservation and were able to walk in on a Friday night. We got a table inside but also have a patio outside. It's cozy inside and good vibes. Everyone was really kind and helpful with suggestions on the menu. We tried a couple cocktails that were delicious and well balanced. The food was so good. We started with the eggplant and sweet rolls for apps. The rolls were amazing and addictive. They were warm, fluffy, a bit sweet, and butter was great with it. I didn't love the eggplant but flavor was pretty good. Some parts didn't seem cooked as well and were pretty hard. The empanada and koko wings were favorites as well. The empanada was good sized and loved how crisp it was on the outside with all the cheese on top. The koko wings were also crispy, not greasy or oily, and great flavor. The BBQ ribs were so tender and flavor was great. The tinaktak was a bit different and liked it but wish it was slightly less creamy. We definitely ate everything and left super full. No room for dessert this time but I'll definitely come back and try some other dishes. read more

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I've never had Guamanian food prior to visiting Prubechu so I didn't have any expectations or point of reference, but I left with an impeccable experience! The flavors were all so unique yet comforting, I would absolutely be back. Especially for the Ko Ko Wings. It was my first bite and it blew me away. They were some of the crispiest and most seasoned fried chicken wings I've ever had, and comes with a tangy lemon sauce. Surprisingly, the other item that I enjoyed the most was the Red Rice we ordered as a side. It's very fragrant and goes well with savory dishes, such as the BBQ Pork Ribs. From the dishes I've ordered, it seems like most dishes have sour and tangy or coconut flavors to them, like the Gulf Shrimp Kelaguen & Coconut Titiyas and the Tinaktak. If you've also never had Guamanian food like me, Prebechu would definitely give you an amazing taste of it. read more

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My recent visit to Prubechu, the Guamanian fusion restaurant, left me with mixed feelings. While the service and atmosphere were commendable, the food didn't quite meet my expectations, especially considering the $90 per person price for the Chef's Tasting Menu. The tasting menu seems very inconsistent since most of the items are not on the a la carte menu for ordering, and is up to the chef to decide what to give. Food: 3/5 * Tempura: The tempura was undoubtedly a highlight, with perfectly fried texture, flavorful batter, and delectable aioli. It set a high standard for the meal. * Potato Soup: The potato soup was passable but failed to leave a significant impression. It was decent but lacked any standout qualities. * Tomato Salad with Bacon Vinaigrette: The tomato salad with bacon vinaigrette fell in the category of decent dishes. It had a balanced flavor profile but didn't leave a memorable impact. * Main Entrees: This is where the experience took a dip. While the appetizers showed promise, the main entrees fell short. The fish dish was acceptable, but the lamb riblets dish was disappointingly small, and the accompaniments didn't align with my palate. The red rice was unremarkable, and the creamed spinach had a sour note that didn't quite fit the bill. The portion sizes seemed inadequate for a $90 per person tasting menu. * Desserts: Desserts provided some relief. There was a banana-donut dessert item, which was pretty enjoyable. It was properly fried and was very hot, and contrasted well with the ice cream. However, the ice cream was pretty standard and not exceptional -- there were too many ice crystals in my ice cream, which made it seem like the ice cream was refrozen or frozen for too long. Service: 5/5 The service at Prubechu was exemplary. The staff was attentive and friendly, enhancing the overall dining experience. However, it's worth noting that the tasting menu can be time-consuming. We arrived at 5:30 and didn't finish until almost 8 PM, so be prepared for a leisurely dining experience. Atmosphere: 5/5 The outdoor heated patio where we sat created a charming ambiance. It added to the overall dining experience and offered a pleasant setting. Overall: 3.5/5 (Given 3 stars) Prubechu provided an experience with its ups and downs. While the service and atmosphere were praiseworthy, the food displayed moments of brilliance but overall inconsistency. The portions on the tasting menu felt inadequate for the price. read more

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I took a friend here for the first time so that he can try out Chamorro food. He loved everything we ordered. He said he'll definitely come here again! The food tasted like back home! The service was amazing! They definitely have the ambience as well with good reggae music playing! It's like being home away from home! You guys rock! read more

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Read good reviews about this place and was excited to try their food. Came here on the weekend for lunch with a friend and we ordered the sweet rolls, tinaktak, and the Japanese roasted yam. The rolls were very fluffy but tbh, I wouldn't order them again because there wasn't anything special. I had the tinaktak and it was pretty good. Flavorful but very rich. I couldn't even finish it. My friend had the Japanese roasted yam. I tried some of it and it was good. My friend liked it as well. Wanna go back to try other dishes. read more

Prubechu - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We went to Prubechu for an early lunch right when they opened at 12. The staff was really friend and was excited for their first Saturday guests. We only got two items,the Ko'Ko Wings and the Crispy Sweet & Sour Pork belly. The wings were definitely one of the best wings you can find in San Francisco. Perfectly fried, and a tangy spice sprinkling on top. The crispy sweet and sour pork belly is the exact description of the dish. The pork belly was crispy, but to the point it as a little dry, which is expected. I definitely like the dish overall, but will probably try other things on my next visit. read more

Prubechu - Ko'Ko Wings - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Food so damn good I didn't take any pics. We went here on a friday night and called to get a table for 6. They seated us outside on the coldest night everrrr, we were freezing but the heaters made it better. You know what made it even better though? The live dj, the delicious natural wine, the bottle of sake, and the FINGER LICKIN GOOD FOOD I'm vegetarian and they had soooooo many options for me. Mushroom and cheese empanada was incredible. Don't skip on their hot sauces, get them all. Oh my good golly gosh i'm gonna go back and just get this again and again. With the eggplant dish. Eggplant bbq OMG 10/10 as well, it's smoky and savory and sweet and delicious and so flavorful yummmm Hot tamale with friend egg: 8/10 great but not engraved in my memories like the other two. Still would recommend, it was delicious! Red rice: not sure why something this basic was so fire but it was My friends got the whole cod and the chicken wings and they seemed to enjoy those! They reordered more of the beef empanadas so they are probably just as fire as the mushroom one. Service was very friendly! Just go here. One of my fav dinner experiences in a long time. read more

I had never tried Guamanian food until today, and I wish I had known sooner how amazing their cuisine is! My boyfriend and I shared three dishes: the tinaktak, nori shrimp, and the koko wings. It was just enough food for the both of us. The tinaktak tasted so fresh and creamy and satisfying. The shrimp was perfectly crispy, but the wasabi ranch was honestly the best part. The koko wings were also fried perfectly and again the dipping sauce is what made it amazing. We were blown away by how tasty everything was. You definitely need a reservation if you're going for dinner but lunch seems to have more immediate availability. A MUST if you're ever in the Mission!! read more

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A little twist to the traditional Chamorro cuisine I grew up to. But none the less great place that shared the island hospitality

Absolutely delicious food and so incredibly unique. Loved the vibes, staff members are so friendly and just all amazing. Highly recommend to try it, it's a hidden gem in the mission neighborhood read more

I looove Chamorro food, and I never knew until I tried Prubechu! I briefly dated a part Guamanian guy who ate lemons with soy sauce for a snack. That was my only impression of Guamanian food until now. Now, I'm getting some vibes of Filipino and Spanish mixed with super deliciousness. There's vinegar, lemon, and soy flavor profiles mixed throughout most of the food - some intense mixes, but integrated quite well! So, I've always had this place bookmarked before COVID-19 but never found an opportunity to go, partially because I had no idea what I would have even ordered as the menu was so foreign to me. It seems their menu was simplified to fare better as takeout food now, although they are transitioning to serving food in their outdoor patio, and have hosted a couple of enticing food events. - BBQ Chicken Fiesta Like a full meal with various sides and sauce. The fiestas come with red rice, chicken kelaguen, kimchi pickle, and fina'denne'. First, that rice! I haven't had this kind of flavored rice before, but it's deliciously tangy and peppery with achote! The chicken kelaguen, called a "ceviche", is made with chicken grilled over live fire, and marinated in lemon with coconut and scallion. It tastes like lightly acidic shredded chicken. The kimchi had a thick, crisp bite, and was mostly vinegary. Fina'denne' is essentially finely chopped onions with soy sauce and vinegar, and theirs was quite tart! The food was already flavorful without it, but it did allow for some more sour bites! The BBQ chicken itself was a little hard and could be more tender, though it had a good sweet soy flavor. - A la carte BBQ Pork Ribs Very good ribs in a smoky Asian flavor with nice char and good fat amount, though the portion is small for the price. I'd choose this meat over the chicken. Comes with fina'denne'! - Beef & Potato Empanada Guamanian empanadas?! This was so tasty, because it has a light, crisp skin, and it's almost like a gigantic fried wonton. The meat inside was very beefy in a moist mixture. This is garnished with arugula, fresh parmesan shavings, and comes with some creamy aioli. - Chamorro Sweet Roll & Tuba Butter A lot smaller than you'd think, but pretty worth it - really good bread. Soft, fluffy, milky dinner rolls that give way to any pressure... They're like King's Hawaiian bread, but elevated. The butter whip is amazing as well, flavored with hints of coconut, vinegar, and sea salt. If you've never had this type of cuisine, it's definitely worth a try. Love the acidic tastes going on with smoky barbecue flavors and skilled cooking. read more

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The food just kept getting better and better as it all came out. The pork belly was so tender and went well with the crispy skin and cabbage and pineapple. The pork ribs were so well marinated, the empanadas were so flavorful. Everything was amazing. read more

Overall - 7/10 - great service, interesting/exotic menu, good ambiance for dates/friends but definitely very expensive. I will go back to try some other things. Some menu items I ordered didn't quite land (do not recommend the Appan Mendioka for those who have never had it) but other items on the menu certainly captured my interest enough for a return visit. Food - 7/10 - I went with the servers recommendation and got the BBQ ribs as well as Appan Mendioka. Ribs - 7/10 - pretty good. Wasn't falling off the bone but certainly very flavorful and the presentation was impressive. Im not a huge rib guy so I can't evaluate ribs that well. It tasted good but at $22 I expect to have a magical umami experience. This was not the case. If you like ribs and don't have another spot to try in the mission I'd say that this might be a new favorite. Judge for yourself. Appan Mendioka - 3/10 - hear me out. This is some kind of vegitable or plant that I've never had before. It was exotic and exciting. The sauce reminded me of the sweet sauce found on sticky mango rice at Asian venues and was good. However I found the plant itself to be very flavorless and a strange texture. I simply think that no matter how the plant was prepared I would not like it. I am a bit confused why they would recommend this as a top dish- it seems like many would not like this unless it was a known food to them. If you are avoiding meat then perhaps give it a go, otherwise I would avoid the $7 price tag and get something else. Service - 8/10 - server was great. A bit too many questions towards the end of my meal but his heart is in the right place. My food came pretty quickly. Ambiance - 7/10 - great backyard vibes with lots of plants and open air. There is a covered outdoor area as well. Points lost for a car parked in the middle of the back lot and an extremely exposed fancy bathroom trailer thing. I don't want to eat my $30 meal and see the bathroom queue grow or admire your freshly washed car. read more

Prubechu - Ribs (pretty good), and Appan mandioka (not good for the uninitiated) cost - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for a friends birthday, and it was a dining experience I will never forget. My friend is Chamorro so our expectations were high and Prubechu completely blew us all away. We did the family style dining option (Fiesta Table) and every single thing we ate was delicious. There's no way to go wrong with any of the dishes or drinks offered here, and the service is so warm and kind. They are clearly so excited to tell you more about the cuisine and it makes it so much more enjoyable to eat food from people who love to make it. My favorite dish was the fried chicken but again, you really can't go wrong here! Such a unique experience, easily in my top 3 favorite dining experiences ever. read more

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Easily one of the best meals I've had in the bay area! It was my first time having food from Guam and the flavors were so unique but so delicious. We ordered the chicken wings, ribs, rice, the beef/potato empanada, and the rolls. My favorite item was the chicken wings - perfect amount of crunch and very delectable. The rolls were also so amazing - I'm not sure how they made such a simple dish taste so good but you must order! We got the fried banana dessert as well which was like heaven in my mouth. Another must order! The meal was a bit expensive but definitely worth it to me. I liked how culturally rich the decor was and the service was great. Staff were super friendly and welcoming. read more

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My best outdoor dining experience yet! Not only did I feel very safe dining here, but the Chamorro food was amazing! Everything was delicious, but my favorite was the shaved summer squash dish. The crunchy chili garlic sauce was sooooo delicious and perfectly balanced the dish -- I scraped it all off the plate! I also recommend the Chamorro sweet roll. As for outdoor dining, I was super impressed by their safety precautions for outdoor dining. Upon arrival you'll be asked to fill out a Covid survey on your phone. Everyone gets their temperature checked before entering (temperature gun, so no contact). All of the tables have hand sanitizer spray. Once you're seated, you order everything through your phone for minimal contact. The tables are generously spaced and have sun umbrellas to keep you cool. Very well done! read more

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I've been the this restaurant about 5 times now. Upon writing this review I'm realizing I am due for another visit. I love the outdoor patio of this restaurant. They have bathrooms outside which is convenient as well. As a plant lover, this place has all the best plants surrounding the tables as you eat. The bread rolls- a must order. Soft w/ a nicely brushed sweet glaze top. Accompanied with butter. Perfect. I need 2 orders. The wedge salad- I love their wasabi dressing! Although the last time I went it was a bit overdressed for me, I still very much enjoyed it. So refreshing and such a great starter. The wings- I don't know what they put in that sour white sauce but I am in love with it. The wings are a must order. Also ask for a side of hot sauce. They even have bottled you can purchase for the house. The batter is perfectly crisp on the wings. Ribs- I'm not one to usually order ribs @ a restaurant but these were yummy flavorful fall off the bone. Lastly the whole fish- it's a whole fried fish, what else can I say. read more

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Came here for a friend's birthday! For large parties (ours was 12), they'll create a pre fixe menu. We were seated outside and a large table with a colorful tablecloth, and the ambiance is really nice. At night, they turn on the heaters which is a great touch, and it's not chilly at all. I had the: - Brentwood Corn Soup (7/10): Interesting, but overall good - BBQ Pork Ribs (8/10): Good ribs, pretty tender. Came with rice and sauces. You can also ask for spicy sauces on demand, and they will bring it! - Rice Dessert (8/10): Good, but definitely not a sweet dessert For drinks, I ordered the Spritz. It was alright, but not anything special. read more

Prubechu - Soup - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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One does not know they need Guamanian food in their lives until they have eaten here, and now I'm just kicking myself for not having tried this sooner! Every single dish was phenomenal... the fried chicken wings and pork belly noodle dish were to die for read more

3 - 3.4 Stars. Firstly, I like this place because I have never had Chamorro food before and it's pretty cool we have this in San Francisco. Secondly, they take their safety precautions very seriously here. No mask, no service. Also, in order to be let in to the outdoor parking turned dining area, they also took my temperature. Everyone wore masks and gloves. I pre-ordered from tock and arrived 15 minutes earlier than pickup time, so while waiting in the outdoor dining area, I also got myself a cup of the calamansi sake mimosa drink. Looks pretty but it's just okay, kind of watered down and I can't really taste the calamansi flavor. Too much ice maybe? I hardly drink, but when I do (seems to be doing more of it lately), I need a little stiffer drink if you know what I mean. I ordered the BBQ brisket and the BBQ chicken. Both came with red rice, chicken kelaguen, kimchi pickles, and fina'denne. The BBQ brisket was pretty tasty. Hubby thought it was a little dry but tender. I thought it tasted great the way it is. We both agreed that the BBQ chicken was very, very, very salty. I think they used way too much soy sauce marinate because it was way too STRONG and you know how when you oversalt something, you taste the food, and it's a little bitter as well, yeah, like that. Not very pleasant. Hubby spit it out after just one bite. I ate a few more bites before I gave it up. We had different upbringing, but even I can't handle this much salt. Since they are using chicken thigh (dark) meat, they don't really need to be so heavy handed, it's way too overpowering. I really hope this is not the way they normally cook their chicken. Though he was not a fan of the over-salt BBQ chicken, he was fixated on the red rice and the chicken kelaguan. So I let him finish my portion, too. He thought it tasted great. He was curious on why the rice is red, and proudly informed me after a quick google search that it's red because they add achote seeds to get the orange/red coloring. According to Wiki, "Kelaguen is a Chamorro dish from the Mariana Islands eaten as a side or main dish. It is similar to ceviche, a pickling marinade of lemon juice, fresh coconut, green onions, salt and spicy hot peppers or donni' is used to marinate cooked chicken, raw shrimp, fish or beef meat/liver." It is also said that "Kelaguen is derived from the Filipino kilawin. It was introduced by Filipino settlers when the Marianas and the Philippines were both part of the Spanish East Indies." Personally, I found the kimchi pickles really delicious (still very salty) and paired well with the rice, and the yummy brisket. Hubby generously let me have all the kimchi after initial taste. I also like the Fina'denne' sauce (use sparingly as it's again very salty) which he thought was also too overpowering. It's a soy sauce, vinegar dip that has white onions (or shallots) chopped into it. I didn't much use it for this meal as the food is already well seasoned (and some over-seasoned), and though I planned on using it, it was too salty so I threw it away. read more

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I love trying new cuisines and new foods. The food on the menu at Prubechu was exciting and different. I came in a larger group, which meant we could share and try different dishes. That was perfect since not every dish was to my personal taste. My favorite dishes of the night : shrimp and grits, tinaktak, koko wings, empanada. Other dishes I enjoyed were from the bbq section. We had the chicken, ribs and brisket. And generally as a group, we were underwhelmed by the chamorro sweet rolls, an eggplant dish, creamed spinach, the dishes with coconut titiyas, and the whole branzino. The outdoor seating was very comfortable and the service was wonderful. Like others have said, it feels a little pricy for the amount of food you get. And for my tastebuds, the food was a hit or miss, but I thoroughly enjoyed trying this cuisine. read more

Prubechu - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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If you are Guamanian and live in San Francisco, your trip down the tastiest memory lane of your favorite chow, such as Kelaguen and Titiyas awaits you at Prubechu! Started in 2014 by Chef Shawn Naputi and Shawn Camacho, two Guamanian guys with a passion for sharing that Chamorro flare and cuisine to the Bay Area created a beautiful space where Island culture can be appreciated and celebrated. Escape the bustle of the city, enjoy some amazing brews and even better eats. Create food memories Isabelle read more

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Mixed feelings on this place!! Pros: - Vibe is lit, wonderful outdoor patio with colorful (Cholito Lindo-like) tablecloths, clean separate trailer bathrooms, friendly and proactive service - Most of the food!! Pricey, but unique and some interesting and fun flavors! Standouts: Japanese sweet potatoes (great size, presentation), veggie dishes, rice Cons: - Too loud, the music, the people around us talking, next door...you really need to speak up to hear your tablemate/s - Pork Belly (too tough, though tangy, vinegary accompanying veggies were strong and helped awaken my tastebuds) - chicken (could make at home tbh, forgot the name, but sort of normal) - totally agree that the buns are like overpriced Hawaiian rolls lol Would I go here again: I appreciate the outdoor space, variety of dishes and flavors, and ambiance of this place! Not sure if I would go back unless a friend requested to or unless I tried some new dishes along with those sweet potatoes! Lol. Still, highly recommend the service and general feel of this place!! read more

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I've had Prubechu bookmarked for years so when my friend suggested we go, who am I to object? The space itself is very cute, they have an indoor section that no one was using because their outdoor section was so spacious. They had a giant canopy for a shaded section, and a few non shaded tables, all with heat lamps throughout. For food, we started with the Chamorro sweet rolls with tuba butter. Light and fluffy, great flavor and perfect starter. From there we got the Iceberg wedge with wasabi ranch. The wasabi ranch really made it. I could have this every day. Normally I don't care for iceberg lettuce salads or ranch dressing but it was so good. We ate it all so fast. For the rest of the mains we got: The spicy tamales with fried egg. I didn't have any of this as I was saving room for the pork ribs lol. Let me tell you, these were fall off the bone bbq pork ribs. They were so good, only messy. Wished they came with a wet wipe. The Tinaktak was like the Guam version of Russia's stroganoff... trust me it's pure comfort food. We ate it all up. For sides, we got the sweet potato with creamed spinach with sautéed greens- I only had the creamed spinach cuz I'm obsessed and it didn't let me down, the egg salad which I generally just don't care for in general so it was just meh to me, and the red rice, which was yummy. As for dessert, we had to try the banana donuts, basically fried bananas with cream. Man these things went fast even with all the food we ordered. Overall, I will definitely be back. Nice job Prubechu. read more

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I could only afford one dish, so got a noodle and meat in coconut cream, and it was delicious! But the prices.... not sure how people in SF afford to eat anything beyond basics read more

I came here last night for dinner and was pretty disappointed by the Chef's tasting menu (Chef Table? "let us cook for you") concept. I think it may have been better if I ordered a la carte, but the menu to me, and the courses did not warrant $80/pp even in SF. For $160 for two people, we had two oysters, a fish dip to share (about the size of my palm), a small appetizer, a scotch egg dish which we didn't have to share, and two very very very dry small pork ribs, and a two-quarters width dessert to share. The food itself, while two of the appetizers had great flavor, was about the extent of the impressiveness of the food. I saw very moist half rack of ribs and fried fish as well as some kind of steak dish on other tables. I don't know if the value was there, but definitely don't get the chef tasting since it's pretty poor in terms of food quality and value. Also our meal in between took forever, like maybe 30 min between appetizers and two dry ribs for the middle course and this tiny tiny dessert so I'm just like ... shocked that people have evaluated this coursed meal in the past positively. It could have been just yesterday, I'm not sure, but I would pass next time. read more

3.5 stars. The pricing at Prubechu feels out of whack with the quantity of food and the ambience. Particularly with the larger tables - as there's just something a little strange about getting an $85/person family style "feast" while you're sitting at a picnic table with a plastic cover (the smaller tables did looked== nicer). We had... Coconut flatbread: disappointing, bland. BBQ eggplant: tasty but small, cold dish. Halibut kelaguen: interesting and worth trying. Pork ribs and beef and mushroom coconut noodles: great, both highlights. Overall our food varied from OK to delicious but the package didn't line up with expectations for the price. read more

Yelp Rubric Pricing- 3 stars, food is reasonable for SF, $12 for a weak pre-mixed pineapple cocktail in a plastic cup. Location 4 stars, in central part of SF with good urban vibe. Easy to find. Parking- NR Cleanliness- 5 Stars, very clean COVID friendly and outdoor heater available. Service- 5 Stars, attentive waiter sans good vibe. Knowledgeable of menu. Food- 5 Stars, two types of tamales, spicy tamales both very good. read more

Prubechu - Spicy Chicken Guamanian tamales. - Guamanian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Prubechu is really something special. Not only is the food amazing, it is also like nothing you've probably had before. The Guamanians have seemed to find the right combinations of tropical and introduced ingredients to make the food so tasty. Like the bold freshness of the lime paired with chill meats was like a coastal breeze on an island beach. And smoking the eggplant, which I would have never considered, made eggplant, which I tend to not like, more than just edible. The outdoor space brings the perfect vibe to this spot. Definitely looking forward to coming back to try more. read more

The food here is next level delicious! We had the tamale, empanada, cassava in coconut, and shrimp kelaguen. I savored every bite, the flavors and textures were on point. I honestly couldn't get enough. On top of the fantastic food, the staff was super friendly and sweet. I have a gluten allergy and I really felt like they took the time and care to walk me through the menu. I highly recommend this place. read more

We love the food here! The food has a kick and tons of flavor. Even the vegetarian options are sufficient to satisfy a hungry customer. Our favorite dish without question is the "LECHEN BIRENGHENAS" which is basically a roasted eggplant of sorts. It's amazing. I've tried making it at home and failed miserably so I'll just have to keep returning here to have it. read more

Stopped by the new location of Prubechu on a rainy Friday night and had their Fiesta Table menu. I'm a fan of restaurants that offer relatively affordable tasting menus, especially when they are willing to do it for one but my dining experience here was a bit mixed. The food was definitely flavorful but there were too many execution issues with the dishes - the tortilla on the kelaguen was pretty burnt, the rib-eye that was supposed to be medium rare came out medium well and the banana dessert spent too much time in the fryer. The flavors are a mix of Japanese, Hawaiian and Filipino and it definitely had that island vibe. Service was good but there were some timing issues - everything came out very quickly but there was a really long wait for the dessert. With tax and tip and the hibiscus ice tea, this was about $85 which I think is a great value for this meal if they fix some of the execution issues. read more

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Came here for dinner on a Friday night. Nice ambiance and friendly service. Loved the chicken wings! The ribs and eggplant were delicious too. read more

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