Matcha pancake and vanilla chicken and waffle were really good! The wait time is a little longread more

This brunch spot has been in my bookmarks for a while because of its popularity and the long…read morewaitlist. So we decided to try it on a weekday before noon and made it in before all the tables were taken. Comfy and cozy interiors with friendly, efficient, and professional service. *** O U R P I C K S *** LAVENDER LEMONADE WITH A SHOT OF VODKA ~ "Fragrant lavender syrup with refreshing lemonade. (Add a shot of vodka $4)" ** This drink was pretty & purple, but it was very sweet for me. If we come back, I'd have to adjust the sweetness level, if that's even possible. The vodka was 24% vs. 40% proof due to their limited liquor license. 4/5 BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND FRIES ~ "Fried Brussels sprouts and French fries served with pesto mayo dipping." ** It came piping hot, and both the Brussels sprouts and fries were lightly crispy! But the pesto mayo didn't quite have a strong pesto flavor. Still, it's a good starter! 4/5 "HAT YAI" FRIED CHICKEN AND VANILLA WAFFLES ~ "Southern of Thailand-Style fried chicken and vanilla waffles, served with fresh fruit and maple syrup." ** Chicken was hot and crunchy, while the waffle was soft. I actually waited to try the waffles because the amount of delicious chicken on top was amazingly generous! Everything was beautifully prepared and presented, with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, seasonal fruit, and a side of maple syrup for dipping. 5/5 CRISPY CHICKEN BENEDICT ~ "Crispy chicken, poached eggs, pesto mayo and hollandaise sauce." ** The 2 eggs were done perfectly oozy! The chicken couldn't hold its crispy crunchiness with the eggs Benedict on top. However, it was still yummy! 4/5 Definitely IG-worthy! Service was top-notch, and the food was about a 4.5-star rating for the dishes we ordered. Now I understand why they were super busy when this spot opened! Overall, we enjoyed our entrees and thought it was one of the better brunch spots we've been to thus far. Glad we got the chance to try it!

Finally tried Russ Fam Kitchen after seeing illocos empanadas go viral on social media, and they…read moredid not disappoint. The crust had this perfect crisp, crunchy texture, and the vinegar dipping sauce really drove it home. The empanadas are generously sized, so definitely worth the price, but one is plenty for a single sitting since they're on the richer, oilier side. A couple heads up. The spot is tucked inside a gas station and they do sell out fast since batches are limited. I'd recommend calling ahead or checking online before making the trip to make sure they're open because I've noticed their hours vary. That being said, when you catch them open, it's worth it. Now I get why these went viral. I'll definitely be back for more.

Came here a few months ago to try the popular ilocos empanada and Cali spam musubi. Both were just…read moreokay. We were recently excited to try their new silog menu for breakfast. The workers were very nice and friendly. When it came to the food, we were sadly disappointed. We ordered a longsilog with a side of bacon. Came with 2pc longanisa and 4pc bacon for $20.. very much on the pricey side compared to gateway kitchen not far from here. My biggest complaint was that the rice was soo mushy, definitely not properly cooked. I hope we just got a bad batch.

I was craving something warm and flavorful, since it's been raining and this little noodle spot…read morereally delivered. They have a menu that goes beyond just your typical noodle soups - items ranging from Malaysian‑style curry laksa, spicy roasted duck ramen, to XO sauce dry noodles! We tried a few things and everything felt fresh and satisfying. The house special curry laksa had a rich, creamy broth with just the right amount of spice, and the duck dishes were especially good with tender meat and savory sauces that clung perfectly to the noodles. The small bites like spring rolls and dumplings were nice starters for our group of 4. The service was friendly and quick, with generous portions - exactly the spot we were looking for! I'll be coming back to try even more off the menu next time.

I was craving noodles and this spot was nearby…read more I ordered the S1 (Crispy Vegetable Spring Rolls) and N4 (Roasted Duck Dried Egg Noodles). The spring rolls were really crispy and the sauce that they use on the side adds a nice sweetness to it. My favorite part of my meal however were the noodles. The noodles were flavorful and the duck was tender. I also loved how generous the portions are and the price is very affordable. If you're into affordability, generous portions, high quality noodles, and great service, I highly recommend checking this spot out. Try it out if you like. :)

Found this on the delivery app. They were offering BOGO croquette so why not? Food arrived hot. The…read morelunch plates had a lot of rice, not surprising. The sesame chicken was good. Seafood rice didn't have any shrimp. A lot of veggies some fish and bits of squid. Not true seafood. Croquette was crispy and pretty good. Not bad

Food is amazing!! Totally worth coming here especially for the portions they give. Super good…read moreservice, everyone is really nice. And did I mention the food is amazing?

Excellent food and service. The prices were reasonable. We will definitely be back. Loved the tiki…read morebar.

Revisited on a Wednesday around 5pm with a friend. Restaurant was not busy, was able to walk in and…read morequickly grab a table. Came in time for happy hour which is Monday-Friday 3pm -5:30pm. Drinks: Mai Tai - solid, a little boozy, balanced sweetness and acidity with a nice kick of rum, full size pours for the happy hour cocktail which was amazing, definitely worth a try if you like mai tai's Ube Pina Colada - delicious, sweet, creamy with a pineapple and coconut being prominent, ube flavor was subtle, a little bit of rum flavor in the back ground but a pretty sweet and indulgent cocktail Food: Lumpia - great, came with 6 pieces, served piping hot, great crispy fried crunchy lumpia wrapper filled with ground pork and veggies, served with a tangy sweet and spicy vinegar sauce Spicy Spam Rice Bites - good came with 4 pieces, a half slice of spam breaded in panko and fried crisp. Topped with a piece of nori and some steamed rice sprinkled with scallion and furikake which helped to cut some of the saltiness. Ate a touch dry think a drizzle of a tonkatsu sauce or teriyaki would have been great Service was good, water carafe was dropped off right when we were seated, plate and utensils provided after we ordered food. Drinks were served shortly after we ordered and food took about 5-10 minutes once we ordered. Staff checked in after we finished our initial bites and we were able to add in additional snacks before end of happy hour which was great. Overall really enjoyed happy hour at Hula Hoop, great menu of drink and food specials that were really a great deal definitely will be returning.

Had a lovely meal with family here on a busy Saturday evening…read more We tried the dumpling and tom yum mussels as appetizers, along with braised beef, whole branzino and garlic noodles as main dishes. Everything was flavorful and tasty. The tom yum mussels , braised beef and branzino were our standout favorites...in fact the mussels were gone so fast that we didn't have a chance to take a photo for the dish. The fresh coconut was also a refreshing beverage for our meal. If there was one thing we would change, we would have wished that the braised beef came with more bread to help us enjoy more of the curry sauce. We ended up needing to order a side of rice to help with that. We were thankful that the wait time to be seated was only about 10-15 minutes. Ambiance is welcoming and comfortable and as this was inside a mall, parking was no problem. Great place to bring anyone!

Lunch review. Vietnamese/Thai…read more Chicken Lollipops 脆雞棒棒 chicken wings, five spice, sriracha aioli (Highlight) Bun Bo Hue Dumplings Pork + shrimp filling, lemongrass beef brodo, chili oil (Highlight - Best) Phò Risotto 越式牛骨烩意大利饭 rib bone, chimichurri, pickled fresnos Chao Bo Vietnamese broken rice congee, collagen broth, minced ribeye, crispy shallots, youtiao Bò Lúc Lắc 特式炒牛柳粒 ribeye, shoyu butter, lemon pepper Braised Short Rib 咖哩燴牛仔骨 house blend curry, potato, carrot, garlic bread (Highlight) Garlic Roasted Dungeness Crab 蒜香蟹拌蒜面 browned butter, garlic noodles Overall, "I'm a fan."

Been a minute since I been here, missed them few times as you have to play "Are they open"…read moreroulette. Best to call ahead to verify they open. Of course I ordered the HK crispy Pok chops, a bit on the smaller size today and the garlic bits were burnt like stuck in your teeth if you know what I mean... They been better, it satisfied my Pok chop craving for now but I may have to check out the Supaastah now to compare if they still poppin over there. The Debate continues, which team are you on?

HK style pork chop is worth it! $8.00 and cash only! I am definitely coming back! :)…read more I want to come back and try the calamari next time

Incredible Thai food with wonderful service in a cute space. It was a great experience end to end…read more Walked in with a party of 6 an hour before close, and the staff was kind enough to accommodate us at the bar and ensure we got orders in before kitchen close. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food. We all noted that it was truly the perfect dinner portion where you leave full but not stuffed. The price is extremely reasonable for SF as well, so that combo of right size and right price really tickles my fancy. Cambodian Beef Skewer ($12): Bomb. Like, really wonderful. Tender, charred, salty, a bit sweet, and umami. This is one of their specialties, and I see why! It is absolutely one of the best skewers I've ever had. Pumpkin Curry w/ Chicken ($18) + White Rice ($3): So delicious. Silky-smooth curry loaded with all the mix-ins. If you like curry, just get it. I took a bite of my brother's Loc Lac ($15): also great. There was a broth + egg noodle-based dish that I can't remember the name of that was also super good. On the side, we ordered some Roti ($3 ea), and those were flaky and crispy. Finally, dessert was also fantastic. I LOVE to see a restaurant kill the mains and also bring out wonderful desserts. - Mango Sticky Rice ($8): Truly so good. I loved the sesame seeds on the mango to add some crunchy nuttiness to an otherwise smooth dish. They executed very well. - Fried Banana with Honey ($8): Could pop like 10 of these. I say order. - Roti w/ Ice Cream (between $8 - 12): fun, yummy. Probably my least favorite dessert, but still good. Amazing work, Megan's Table!!! If you are in the area, don't miss it :)

The restaurant has an appealing ambiance overall, and the bar in particular looks great--perfect…read morefor grabbing a drink and relaxing. Comfortable vibe, the kind of place where you'd want to unwind. Food-wise, though, some classics miss the mark. Avoid the tom yum. The flavor is completely off; it tastes more like a simple tomato soup than actual tom yum. No real complexity or balance. The mango sticky rice was surprisingly sparse. There was so little sticky rice--I've never seen a portion that small. Just six pieces of mango on top completely covered the entire serving.

The 18 dollar Pho is the best I've had. The soup is so fantastic…read more Everything else is wonderful.

Food and service were both great! Favorite was the creamy yuzu pho. Steak was also tender and…read moreperfectly medium rare. Fish dishes were okay. They were accommodating to 3 kids at the table. I witnessed the host being very accommodating to an elderly disabled person. Really warmed my heart. If you come early, there's paid street parking right in front of the restaurant. Otherwise a paid parking structure is close by.

Overall, a really solid spot that the whole family enjoyed--the kids especially loved the beef…read moretongue curry. Most of the seafood and skewers hit the mark, with just one miss on the veggies. The Highlights: Abalone in Shell with vermicelli (5/5): Fresh, tender, and perfectly prepared. Scallops in Shell with Vermicelli (5/5): Fantastic flavor and texture Beef Tongue Curry: Rich, comforting, and a huge hit with the kids. The tongue was cooked just right. Skewers & Sides: Abalone Skewers (4/5): slightl larger pieces than the ones served in the shell, tasty and well-charred. Shrimp Skewers (4/5): Well-seasoned and cooked properly without drying out. Corn Skewers (3/5): A bit of a letdown. Heavily over-seasoned to the point where the natural sweetness of the corn was completely lost. Definitely worth a visit for the seafood and curry--we'll be back, but will likely skip the corn next time.

Exactly what you're expecting when you want skewers. Everything was flavorful and well-cooked…read more Favorites were spicy beef skewers, mochi bacon, scallop in butter sauce, grilled oyster with garlic. The mentaiko udon stir fry was ok. I would skip the duck breast as it was kind of dry and not as flavorful as the other options they have. Price is borderline on still being somewhat reasonable but can add up quick if you have a big appetite. Decor made the ambiance nice. Service was fine. Food may be a little slow to come out depending on how busy they are. There is street parking but may be hard to get a spot during dinner time.