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    Rice Roll Express

    4.5 (337 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese, Noodles
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Caili C.

    I finally had the time to come try rice roll express for a quick lunch and I'm so sad I haven't gotten the rice rolls until now. We got the shrimp feast rice roll with bean sprouts and dry wonton noodles to share and between 2 people it was more than enough food. Loved the mix of fresh and dried shrimp in the rice rolls. It's so flavorful and the egg adds a nice texture and flavor as well. Definitely top your rice roll with plenty of their special soy sauce and chili oil. The dry wonton noodles were also great. I really enjoyed their shrimp wontons too but it's really their fresh rice rolls that bring people here. It can definitely get busy but ordering is fast and efficient and like many fast casual Chinese spots, table sharing is expected! Cash or Venmo only for payment.

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    Jean T.

    Came here on a Tuesday for a slightly later lunch and there was still a bunch of people here! I can tell that social media is doing wonders on this establishment because I see a lot of tourists coming through to try these rice rolls. Self seating, so it's nice if you come with someone else to either save you a seat. There's also a "bar" like seating against the wall. You order and pay in cash & your number's called when it's complete. If you order more than one plate you get a try. All of the condiments are provided at the front aside from the Sriracha-which they have at every table. I wished I tried the Shrimp Feast instead, but I guess it means that I'll just have to return another time. I didn't hate the Rice Roll Express Roll, but it's not a favorite of mine I was just curious to try it. ~~Service: Good. Though I'm not sure if I was supposed to just tell them my optional topping for the Rice Roll Express Roll because I wasn't asked and I got cabbage. ~~Tips: Bring Cash! ~~Return: Yes.

    Fiona T.

    The rolls are good but not quite the same as the dim sum ones. The flavor is good and the self serve sauce bar means you'll always have enough sauce. There are a lot of tables to eat at once you grab your food from the counter The only down side to this spot is that there isn't a label system. You don't know which roll is which If you are buying multiple orders with similar ingredients.

    Austin W.

    My wife and I stopped by Rice Roll Express and picked up two orders of their rice rolls: one special and one "shrimp feast". The rice rolls here are as good as they get. The rolls are thin, have a wonderful chewy texture, there's generous amounts of toppings in each, and there's a sauce bar inside -- with peanut sauce, chili oil, hoisin, and soy sauce, so you can control the exact flavor profile you're getting. After placing our order, we received our order quickly -- well within 10 minutes. There's plenty of seating indoors, but we opted to take our food to go. If you're a fan of Cantonese rice rolls, I cannot recommend Rice Roll Express enough. Cash only, and parking in the area is extremely difficult. You'll want to either take public transportation, or prepare to double park if you're coming with a car.

    Special roll Shrimp and roe wonton soup
    Allie H.

    Started our food journey in SF here and did not disappoint. Had the special roll- you can pick your sauce. I prefer peanut and chili oil. Definitely delicious and filling. The rice rolls are perfectly chewy and had a good filling to outside ratio. I'm not a huge soup girl but I think the wonton soup was also stellar. The broth was light but the wontons have a lot of flavor. Big portions for a good price. Tip: they only take Venmo, Zelle and maybe cash

    Beef rice roll
    Shu Huan Y.

    Rice rolls are my favorite part of dim sum, I brought my friends here and they had vegetarian options too! I'm so happy that everyone liked it, the secret is literally dosing this with the special soy sauce. They also have peanut sauce and chili oil Ordered the beef rice roll, veg rice roll with bean sprouts and green onions, black sesame soup, soy milk. Everything is authentic and I'll definitely be back my next sf trip to try the other yummy dishes ! Service was super quick. I paid in Zelle and they also accept Venmo but not card and I also don't carry cash. Might suggest you carry cash in Chinatown but fine without it.

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    Jim N.

    Rice rolls rock here. They specialize in rice rolls so stick with that and you will not be disappointed. The rice rolls are thin, stretchy and chewy. Steamed to perfection loved every bite. Service is fast and friendly. The wonton soup is good but not exceptional, like I said just get the rice rolls.

    Egg rice roll added corn and sesame seeds
    Nancy T.

    I ordered through DoorDash to work. I've ordered one of their delux special one and add corn and the egg and added corn. I loved how thin the rice noodle was and soft! Super pro esp for delivery all their sauces comes individually wrapped Had the egg roll the next day for breakfast and it was still amazing!

    Andrew N.

    I've always wanted to try this place as it specializes in rice rolls. Remember this place is cash only. Special rice roll (5/5): This comes with beef, pork, bbq pork, and egg. It gives you a variety of proteins to try. The rice roll was soft and silky. Just perfect. I really enjoyed the potions as most places are not generous with their portions. Overall I recommend this place if you want specialty rice rolls.

    #4 shrimp rolls & #1 combo rice roll
    Kris C.

    Best rice rolls hands down! The # 1 is so flavorful! So much protein & I loved the egg in it! We also got the #4, which was the shrimp rolls- good but I wish more shrimp was added. I love that they have the condiments available to you to self serve and use right at the front. It's def packed so we got it to go and just sat on small chairs inside the shop! I love the feel and the system in the restaurant- makes me feel like we're actually in Asia! Def will keep coming back!

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    Amity H.

    Rice rolls are one of my favorite things to eat! Got the #1 Rice Roll Special to try which included Beef, Pork, BBQ Pork, Egg and topped with scallions. Came out to exactly $10 which isn't too bad but one order definitely did not fill me up. May need to grab 2! After ordering, it took about 15ish minutes until they called my number. They have a number system on their wall showing what number is done and can be picked up, kind of like at the optical section of costco or fish section at Ranch 99 LOL. This location is in Chinatown on the main street and was crowded! Lots of locals and tourists. Nice to try if in the area but prob would not come back to Chinatown just for this since parking is difficult/expensive and just overall super crowded. TIP: BRING CASH as they do not take card. However they do take venmo/zelle.

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    Michelle F.

    I always think that it is easier to do one thing well than to do everything average. This place does it all well, and their menu is very simple. Order at the counter, let them know whether you are dining in or getting togo food. They give you a receipt with a number on it and you watch the display to see when your food comes up. The seatingvis mostly table shared bar counter. They have a variety of sauces/condiments to add to your noodle dish 9mce it is ready. You clean your own area when done and continue your journey through Chinatown. The Shrimp Rice Roll with scallions was perfect. The rice noodles were so fresh and the shrimp were super tender. Everyone looked so happy slurping and shoveling their noodles to fill their bellies. I would definitely return to try some of the other rice rolls.

    Becky V.

    O this is a wonderful addition to Chinatown! Yes to casual eateries, no pressure, just order and sit by yourself or grab a table for a group. I really like the set up. Communal long table or smaller tables for groups. Accommodating Diverse clientele, food for all! Dine in or takeout, they do it all. Can order in English or Chinese Wonton and noodle in chili oil (T6 on menu) was great. Flavorful and the wonton has roe inside it! Yay! I don't think I know another place that does this. Sauce bar choices available at the pickup counter Desserts black sesame (not on menu?) and soy milk available

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