Only 7 mos. old & we like what we saw! Good ambiance, nice jazzy music. Here's what we tried out (ala carte/Entree) Yellow curry chicken, Crispy Pork Basil & Fried Egg (without the egg & rice), Pad Thai with Beef, Deep-fried chicken wing with sweet-spicy chili sauce topped with crispy sweet basil (skinless & sauce was good & sweet). Regarding spicy-ness mention it when you order if you need too. We didn't bother & all dishes were mild levels. We're planning to come back to try the others dishes. As a first timer here, I wish the menu had photos so I could make my selections faster. Used their website ordering menu to see what the dish looked like was helpful. read more

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Absolutely horrible service. Our waitress seemed annoyed to take our order and had a terrible attitude. When asked if dishes were spicy/made spicy she replied in a condescending tone and said it's not possible (which was surprising, especially at a Thai restaurant). The food was mediocre and overpriced. Will not be returning. read more

I met up with my friend who's vegetarian and she was pleased to find a grouping of items on Rice & Shine's menu that she liked including their fresh rolls ($14.80) and Pad Kee Mao ($18.80). They thoughtfully removed the fish sauce from her dishes. I had an excellent Thai iced tea and picked at a too-sweet Pad Thai. It was sticky and the ingredients lost in the tamarind sauce. I've had it prepared this way at other Thai spots; it's not my preference. Service was kind, not intrusive. My friend and I were deep in discussion so she checked on us then left us to talk which was perceptive. I'd go back to try more of their menu including a curry dish and Tom Kha soup. Try not to sit at the tables in the path of the door: A gust of cold wind blows in and the door's automatic- Arctic chill! I hope they adjust that. Rice & Shine's been open 5 months; I think it'll be a great mainstay to The Outer Richmond. read more

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Came here for Mother's Day brunch with my daughter. Their menu's quite long. She ordered chicken rice, Thai iced tea, and I wanted a red curry with kabocha (pumpkin) plus brown rice with shrimp as protein. When the food came, we didn't think it was that much, but we became very full as we were finishing our plates. Food here tastes pretty authentic but a tad pricey. The shrimp was juicy but I wish they were fresher. Soup that came with her chicken rice was really bland. Service was attentive and friendly, ambiance is pleasant. read more

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I just had an excellent dinner here with my parents. The spicy fried rice with chicken was extra spicy . The waitstaff was very friendly and attentive to our wishes. The ambiance of the place was awesome too. I highly recommend this place for their rice dishes. I give them 5 stars read more

Rice & Shine - Spicy Fried Rice - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for lunch with a friend, craving thai food but was a little disappointed by what we ordered. There has been a recent trend of Asian and particularly Thai-style brunch spots in SF so I was excited to try the food here. I got the Thai boiled rice soup with shrimp while my friend opted for the braised pork leg rice. The boiled rice shrimp soup was from their Asian brunch menu but ended up being pretty lackluster. The shrimp was good but it was really just 6 pieces of shrimp, white rice and a bland broth without any veggies other than herbs. I had really hoped this would pack a punch of flavor. The braised pork leg rice was better but a bit dry and it reminded me of Taiwanese pork rice but without the nice sauciness of the classic dish. Service was very friendly and we were asked multiple times if everything was good. Perhaps we should have ordered other dishes but for the price, the food we got really wasn't worth it. read more

Rice & Shine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

I guess we're in the Thai/Brunch era of San Francisco and I'm fine with it, though it's kind of crazy to see the category explode (though places like desert republic have been around a while). We got the BKK noodles, which were pretty good and more citrus-y than other versions I've had. My wife's massamun curry was more of a beef stew than a curry, so not quite what we expected but still good. read more

We came here to have a "snack" after a neighboring Mexican restaurant opened an hour late due to daylight Savings. I really liked the decor of this restaurant and it felt different compared to other Thai restaurants. Here's what we ordered: 1. Thai coffee 4/5 - yummy! Very sweet though. 2. Thai crepe- 3/5- crepe was a bit different and I chose to eat the insides separately and I asked for a side of fish sauce. 3. Fried chicken- 5/5- yum!! 4. Mussuam curry- 4/5- a bit sweet but a nourishing hot curry never misses read more

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I cannot believe this place isn't slammed! Really authentic Thai restaurant with an extensive menu. Budget some time to digest the menu or do what we did and ask Touch (pronounced Tash!) for her favorites and go with those. We ordered family style and had: Thai iced coffees Moo ping pork skewers with sticky rice (cool presentation!) Green curry with chicken Chicken dry fried egg noodles Lamb of Siam (another neat plating situation haha) Thom kha fried rice with jumbo shrimp Weirdly the green Curry was my favorite with the pork coming in second. I would say the fried rice was super spicy but in an addictive way. Noodles come with a whole chicken thigh. We definitely over ordered! Come support this new spot! read more

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Ordered the braised chicken noodles and a breakfast item called AM plate. Unfortunately, both were very underwhelming. The noodles were a letdown. The chicken was tender, but it looked very pale and unappetizing. I ordered the dry version, but there was soup pooled at the bottom that wasn't mixed into the noodles at all, making the dish feel sloppy and unsatisfying overall. The AM plate was even worse. Very plain potatoes, canned beans, two eggs, a pork sausage, and a single piece of toast with jam. It honestly felt like airplane food. The only thing I enjoyed was the pork sausage, which was tasty enough that I ordered an extra one. Unfortunately, the second sausage arrived uncooked in the middle, and I had to ask for it to be redone. What really sealed the experience was the service. The waitress showed no apology or empathy and gave off the impression that she didn't want to be there and that my requests were a bother. I wouldn't return, though I do hope they improve both their food quality and service. The place itself is nicely decorated, which is probably its strongest point. read more

Rice & Shine - AM Plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here for brunch on a weekday and receded immediately. The service was great. The food itself was not something we'd make an extra trip back for. Got the chicken and waffles (6/10). The waffles were just ok and the fried chicken simply tasted like chicken nuggets. There was not enough meat and the Waffles were a bit soggy. The best thing we ordered was the noodle soup with beef. The flavor of the broth was rich and there was enough substance to keep us going. 7.5/10 The chicken and rice was decent -- flavors were not there, and this was just simply a plain dish. read more

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Had a yummy brunch at Rice & Shine! Moo ping with sticky rice was great - I loved the grilled pork skewers which came with a flavorful sauce and sticky rice. The fried chicken in the chicken waffle was super crispy and delicious, though the waffle wasn't fluffy. The fiery southern ribs were good and very spicy. The inside is cute and I liked that the tables weren't so close to each other. It's a great place to come with a group. Service was friendly and fast. read more

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Cozy little spot with reliable service and comforting Thai dishes. The pad see ew had good texture and the curry was rich without being overpowering. Portions felt generous and we appreciated that the staff checked in without hovering, a relaxed evening overall. read more

Been meaning to try this place and finally had my opportunity for takeout last week. Went with the chicken satay sandwich that was pretty tasty but also a bit basic. I was expecting it to come with fries (what is said on the menu) and it came with salad. There was also a weird dark spot on my bun which looked like mold or something... On my second visit with a friend, we both had our own dishes after being overwhelmed by a HUGE menu. Whatever we got was not memorable and I'm not sure we'll be back. Too $$ read more

Beautiful space and good food. Excited to see Khan Toke reinvent itself as Rice & Shine just a few blocks away. We tried: *Thai ice tea - good, not too sweet. *SEA skillet eggs - 2 eggs, Chinese sausage, Vietnamese pork loaf, garlic mince pork and a sourdough slice. Good! Like it! *Thai Chicken Satay Sandwich - a little bit too salty and chicken was dry. *side of Fried Chicken - Good! Hb likes this more than his sandwich. Service was friendly though they seemed a tad confused by my request of a side of fried chicken. Eventually, they got what I wanted...I just wanted a bit more protein. Plus I always like fried chicken. Lol. Would like to come back and try more items on their menu. Located on Geary between 22nd and 23rd Avenues. read more

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My sister had me make a Yelp reservation yesterday for today at 12:30 PM for a party of 6. This morning she told me one person couldn't make it. I wasn't able to edit the reservation to reflect the change in number. We arrived at the restaurant at 12:17 PM and let our hostess know that we were now a party of 5. She was OK with that and asked us to give her time to set up the table to accommodate a member of our party who was in a wheelchair. There is a push button to operate the door should you require it. Our hostess brought us water with no ice I think because the members of our party were older which is what I would have asked for. I was ready with my order of Braised Pork Leg Rice and BKK Street Noodles with egg noodles in soup because I read fellow Yelpers reviews before choosing a restaurant and then the food. It was our 1st time patronizing the restaurant and my sister asked for the specialties of the house/recommendations with the qualifications that she did not eat spicy nor duck. The recommendation of Chicken Rice was a good one. My sister liked the tender chicken and the ginger rice. Brother-in-law asked about the juice available. The orange juice is not fresh squeezed. He decided to go instead with the iced Thai coffee and ordered Eggs Benedict. Dad wanted Mango Fried Rice with chicken and sister ordered another dish of Pad See Ew with pork. My sister forgot to order takeout and did so later in the meal. The kitchen was busy, but we did not mind waiting 15 minutes for Pad Thai and Pad See Ew. Presentation of food was good. Food had good flavor and was ample. Braised pork was tender as expected. BKK Street Noodles were a little spicy. Water glasses were refilled without being asked. Hostess checked a couple of times on everything going well. It's a calm environment to have a meal with nice music. Children in other parties were mindful of the atmosphere and were well behaved and kept their voices low. The hostess let us know she had to clear the table to get ready for the next customers so we tried to quickly vacate allowing her to rearrange the furniture. read more

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Rice & Shine is a great new addition to the brunch scene in Inner Richmond. This restaurant offers both brunch items with an Asian twist as well as traditional Thai dishes. The interior is huge and suitable for large parties. Service is great, staff are welcoming and accommodating. My friend made a reservation for our large party to be safe. As it is still a new restaurant, it was quiet that day and we could have easily walked in without a reservation. We all enjoyed our meal - chicken and waffles, breakfast fried rice, and braised beef noodles. I had the braised chicken noodle with flat rice noodles (dry with soup on side) which was hearty and delicious. The chicken was so tender it fell off the bone. Overall, we had a great first experience at Rice & Shine. I highly recommend everyone come to support this local business! I will definitely be returning. read more

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I ordered takeout from here for a late lunch one day and didn't realize it was the same owners as Khan Toke which had closed. I had eaten there once and thought the food was just ok. I think the food here is also ok. It's not the best Thai food in the neighborhood, but it's good. The price for the chicken wings seemed a little high because it didn't come with as many as I've gotten from other Thai places. The wings were tasty and crunchy though. The pad see ew was also good, but I just prefer a couple other spots nearby more. I think I got pork and there wasn't a ton of meat. The food tastes fine, I just think that for the price, the portion sizes are a little small. The decor is very clean and fresh looking, although the chairs and benches don't have padding, so they might not be the most comfortable to sit on if you have a long meal there. The server was friendly. Nice to have another close Thai option by my house. read more

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My friends & I from the grade school of our children met up for lunch at Rice & Shine. I made a reservation for 12:30 pm. When I checked in, I saw our table with the reserved sign. It was my first time dining here but my friends ate at this restaurant prior. We just ordered water and for me hot water with lime. We told the server,Koy, that we were eating family style. We ordered Chicken Sa-te, Yellow Curry with chicken and steam rice, and Pad Seiw. When they were served, you can smell the aroma of Chinese and Indian influences. The food was flavorful. For dessert, we had the Kaya Toast and Fried Banana with Ice Cream. The Kaya Toast tasted so delicious with coconut & pandan flavor. The server was nice. I like the dining room beautifully decorated and clean. I will return with my husband or friends definitely. It is nice supporting small establishments in the community like Rice & Shine. read more

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Hey munchkins how's it going? This sunny morning I did a beautiful run from Pac heights to Richmond with "La Tacqueria Royalty" and "The Dentist". Originally I gave "La Tacqueria Royalty" a challenge to do the 3.46 mile run while carrying Franklin the air purifier. Unfortunately he decided not to do it so I carried Franklin myself which was still good because I need the practice for my goal of carrying him on a half marathon. When we got there the waitress was very friendly and attentive. They even gave Franklin his own seat which he definitely appreciated! The chicken and waffles are pretty good. The savory goodness was definitely needed after a long run like that. The breakfast fried rice came with good variety. The sauces and ham are good. The fried rice itself is savory. There are chicken wings as well which are good. It's great to go to new places that pop up on your Yelp feed and this definitely did not disappoint. read more

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Ordered a take out order of Pad Kee Mao with pork and their chicken wings which is one of their appetizers. Noodles were very salty, greasy and the pork were strips of pork and not ground pork which I am accustomed to at other Thai restaurants. Chicken was not really spicy although the menu stated it would be. I preferred the chicken over the noodles. The cashier/server could have exuded better hospitality standards when I asked her some questions about the owners were the same ones as Khan Toke located a block away and why they retired and if they were the same ones who opened Rice and Shine. 3 stars overall for the food and interaction with the server. Her response was evasive as if I was a government official. Definitely will not be back and will go to my other fav place on Clement street which is way better with service and the food. read more

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Having gone to Khan Toke for the past 10 years, my family and I were sad to see that they closed, but excited to hear that they reopened as Rice and Shine a block down! Came here on a Sunday night with a group of 6 and we were seated immediately. The menu is much more simplified now but still includes classic favorites. We ordered a variety of dishes with added proteins and everything was good. Our favorite of the night was the Mango Fried Rice! What we ordered: Mango Fried Rice + seafood: $19.80 + $5 ($24.80) Tom Kha Soup: $16.80 Pad See Ew + chicken: $18.80 + $2 ($20.80) Basil Noodles + beef: $19.80 + $3 ($22.80) Yellow Curry + chicken: $18.80 + $2 ($20.80) BKK Street Noodle dry: $18.80 Overall, we had a good experience! The service was attentive, quick, and friendly and the food was flavorful. The ambiance was cute and cozy -- a completely different vibe from Khan Toke, but in a good way. The prices are higher than before and compared to other Thai restaurants but still a good spot to try out. Would recommend! read more

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date & time: monday january 12, 2026 @ 1pm. feels like 2016 again:) vibe: besties & groups in half-zipped aritzia sweaters worn unzipped to show van cleef clover pendants, pleated skirts or alo sets w/ miu miu sunnies & miu miu long strap bags music: 70's bee gees, captain & tenniille, linda ronstadt, barry mailow, tod rundgren & yacht rock artists decor: cute vibey eatery w/ bench seating service: super sweet devour; fresh spring rolls, braised beef noodle soup, braised pork rice & pad thai total: $82.38 read more

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We decided to try something new and gave R&S a shot, but I'm not sure it was the best idea this time around. It seems like they may be experiencing some "new restaurant" growing pains. The wait for our food was longer than expected -- my meal arrived about 25 minutes after ordering, and my date's dish didn't come out until about 30 minutes after that. I wanted to share a few observations that I hope are helpful as you continue building the business: 1. Price and Quantity While the flavors are definitely there, it can be challenging to justify high prices in the Outer Richmond neighborhood. You're competing with long-standing, old-school neighborhood spots that offer larger portions at lower price points. Making sure the value is aligned with the setting and local expectations could really help. 2. Pacing Getting guests seated on time is important, but getting food to the table promptly is even more critical. A full dining room where no one has food can create the impression that the kitchen is overwhelmed. Even small improvements in ticket timing or staggering seating could make a big difference in dining experience. 3. Reservations Encouraging reservations is understandable, but very early on it may create friction. A waitlist system can feel more welcoming and gives you flexibility to manage the natural ebb and flow of walk-ins while you're still building consistent demand. Asking for reservations while standing in the middle of an empty restaurant looks a little disingenuous. 4. Front Door The Inner Richmond tends to be cold most of the year, so having a properly functioning front door is important. Right now, the auto-close door appears to pause too long before shutting, which lets in a blast of cold air each time it opens which is especially uncomfortable for guests seated nearby. Adjusting the closing speed or adding clear instructions could improve comfort immediately. I'm sharing this because I see the potential here and would love to see the place thrive. That said, I understand that new spots often need time to work out the kinks. I'm willing to give Rice & Shine a few more months and try again, in the hopes that the timing and overall experience will improve. BB read more

Came here for lunch on a Saturday. I did have trouble choosing something initially because I'm definitely a visual person and would've loved to see pictures on the menu. I was referencing Yelp photos when the server asked if I had any questions and said the photos online may not be accurate. So I just asked which dishes were the most popular and ended up picking the BKK Street Noodle dish. She also made a suggestion on the type of noodle depending on if I wanted the noodles wet or dry, which was helpful. The noodles tasted great and had a satisfying amount of protein in it too so it didn't leave me feeling sluggish in a carb coma. The interior is cute and well decorated. There's a variety of seating options including 2-person chair/benches (which I dislike) but luckily I was not seated at those tables. read more

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This is definitely a nice spot for Thai food, and also is a perfect spot for dates. People here greet you with a smile. They are helpful with recommendations. The food here was great. It's not quite transitional Thai, but they put some thoughts into their designing of the dishes. The place is quite cute. I will definitely come back for trying more things. read more

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Everything we got was spicy! I don't remember the menu stating it was spicy so if you can't handle it make sure you ask before you order. Even though I was blowing my nose after every bite I enjoyed the food because it was so flavorful! I loved the Thai crepe pancake at the end, happy ending for me read more

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I've been searching for good pad see ew. Pagan stopped making their Thai menu and I haven't found anything else in the Richmond/Sunset that makes a decent one. But here, I was blown away. The pad see ew was excellent. We also got mussaman curry--the flavors were really rich and yummy. I'm so glad we came here. Glad we have this new spot on the west side of the city. read more

Hard to find parking in this area , so better to take the 38 bus here! I went here for soft opening and the flavors are really good! I wish the SEA skillet eggs have two toast instead of one bread since it was lots of meat to bread ratio. A little pricey , but good food! I would come back with friends to try more things! read more

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An awesome spot with a great selection of comfort street food, great service with clean and relaxing ambience.

This is a great new place. Cozy, delicious food, service with a smile and accommodation when it comes to item on and off the menu. Definitely recommend it. read more

Craving some hot soup noodles, I decided to give this spot a try--and I'm so glad I did! We ordered the chicken satay, BBK street noodles, and chicken basil with rice. Every single dish was packed with flavor, and the chicken was incredibly tender. To top it off, the service was excellent. Highly recommend! read more

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The folks who've been running Khan Toke a few blocks away for years (which was the first Thai restaurant in SF btw) have moved out of there and just opened Rice & Shine. Geary can be tricky to park at around here but there is a parking lot a block away. The theme is classic Thai appetizers and rice, noodle, curry dishes most will recognize. Then there's a breakfast menu that's a mix of American / Thai options. The decor is simple but hip. Across a couple of visits I've tried the following dishes all of which have been stellar. The service is friendly and prompt. 1. Nam Prik Ong.. it's a Northern Thai item that's not commonly found. I think it's best consumed as a shared appetizer. You basically dip steamed veggies in ground pork that comes in a tomato/onion sauce. 5/5 for authenticity, taste and the perfectly steamed veggies. 2. Kua Kling... think of the classic minced pork with holy basil except in this dish the minced pork comes in a spicy, Southern Thai paste. I love this dish and I've only seen it at one other place in SF. 5/5 for offering this unique dish and for the excellent preparation: 3. Minced beef with Thai Basil... yep, the classic dish which is only offered with beef here but it's very well prepared and they can adjust the heat to your taste. Another 5/5! read more

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Lovely Brunch location... traditional and Pan-Asian fare. Clean, bright, & delicious with a polite staff. read more

Rice and Shine!! All day long, this family-run small cafe on the busy streets of Geary opens their door to offer such warmth, hospitality and delicious foods! Owned by the previous (legendary) Khan Toke people, the treasured recipes have been handed down to be enjoyed again and again. For us, the chicken satay was a new hit! The meat was slightly crispy and oh so moist and we thought the peanut sauce quite innovative. Pad Thai was lick your plate wonderful. Sweet but with the right balance of veggies. More peanuts please! We loved this place so much we ate there 3 times during our week stay in SF!! Every time we ordered the Tom Kha Soup it hit all the right notes ( especially on a cold, blustery SF day) and it made us feel at Home. Thank you Dede, mom of the cute 3 & Tosh with all your joy -you both made us feel so happy to "Rice and Shine" our day with you. read more

When food was served, I could instantly noticed stinky smell. Turned out chicken went really bad. Not much was done other than replacing it with another piece of normal drumstick. Such unpleasant experience. read more

Rice & Shine - Breakfast fried rice - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for the pad thai. This was a vacant store for years and finally someone moved in. Transformed it into a pretty place. The only annoying thing. We sat by the door. Each time door opens it doesn't close. It's an automatic door thing. I got up 5 times to close the door because of the cold draft. The waitress said she has to do that and was willing to do that. Thai people are the nicest people. She was the only one working. Later a group of six came in and the guy closed it. Pad thai with chicken was good. I asked for more peanuts. Good portion and flavor. Meing Com. Don't order that. Butter lettuce leaves and you wrap cubes of ginger, green bell pepper, dried coconut/ peanuts, dried shrimp, chopped onions, and splash of lime. I enjoyed it and the lemongrass sauce was really amazing. We had to take the leftover sauce home. The papaya salad with grilled chicken with sticky rice. The salad had a kick of spicyness. Next time order just the grilled chicken. Service was great. Other tables ordered the BKK noodle soup. Another table ordered waffles. Apparently there is a burger because I saw all the condiments come out. Cute new addition to Richmond district. They now have a dessert menu. Still saying soft opening. I think they still working on their menu. read more

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The food is good but it's pretty expensive for what you get. I got the King and I favorite, pad cha seafood, coconut rice, and sticky rice. The king and I have 4 skewers with tiny pork pieces. The pad cha seafood had 2 small mussels, 4 small fish filet, 2 to 3 really really thin slices of calamari, 2 shrimp, and maybe 8 pieces of bell pepper. Very small portion for over $20. It did not come with rice. The coconut rice is over $5 but is a small rice container. The sticky rice is almost $5 or maybe $6 but maybe the size of a palm. Again the food in my opinion is good but I just wish the portions matched the price. I would probably buy again if I was craving (pad cha seafood is one of my fav dishes) but it would have to be a treat. read more

Rice & Shine - Pad Cha Seafood Coconut Rice I used the firestick remote to see how small it is. Granted I maybe got an about 1/2 of the food already. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Really nice place for Thai breakfast! Very unique selections to satisfy your appetite. Great service. You will not go wrong eating here.

Rice & Shine's Papaya Salad is a perfectly solid offering, but it doesn't do much to stand out from the crowded field of Papaya Salads that populate most Thai (and many Vietnamese) menus. Perhaps its main notable feature is its presentation in a deep vessel that allows for the dressing to pool at its base and give the last few bites of papaya an extra heavy dousing of sauce, a seriously delicious end to the meal. However, the volume of the salad itself leaves something to be desired, not quite enough to share as an appetizer or to be a single person's main. Nonetheless, the look of the dish is very pleasing and does provide a greater flavor meld than the typical plated version. I also give them bonus points for offering a fully vegetarian version of the salad, clarifying that fish sauce is not used when that dietary preference is specified (the menu itself is clear and our server made me feel confident that I wouldn't be having any animal products). All told, it was a pleasing meal, but a greater portion and punchier flavor (pre-dressing pool) would take it to the next level. read more

Rice & Shine - Vegetarian Papaya Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Francisco, California