REALLY interesting and really fun thai spot that just opened on divis. across the street from esme, so I guess we're really in the era of interesting Restaurants. I was going with a friend from out of town and I think what we talked about is how it feels really cozy and inviting inside. We got the stinky three treasures (or something like that, it had a literally crazy name), and unfortunately the BEANS were kind of gross, but the rest of it was really good. it came with a couple of shrimp. there was also the beef lettuce wrap dish (could not tell you the name), but also quite good. overall, so glad that this place opened but, i hope it does really well in the future. read more

Song Wat - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

Song Wat had me intrigued and while there were some bright spots, the overall takeout experience was a little hit or miss. Let's start with the wins - the Massaman Nuea was the clear standout of the night. Rich, deeply flavored, and the beef was incredibly tender. I understood the slight oiliness since you need to fry the curry paste to properly release all that aroma and flavor, so no complaints there. It paired beautifully with the roti. My only gripe is that one roti is simply not enough. Please give us more roti. That's all I ask. The chicken wings were also enjoyable and very crispy, almost extra crispy, and the E-san style sauce was a genuinely interesting experience. It has this funky fish and shrimp paste quality that catches you off guard at first, but the sweet and tangy notes balance it out and it kind of grows on you by the end. Now for the misses. The Ka Pow was unfortunately flat, super oily and missing that signature wok char that makes a good Ka Pow so craveable. Without that smokiness it just lacked the depth and flavor you expect from the dish. The Kao Pad Rod Fai came out a little mushy and the Thai chili was just plopped on top rather than mixed through, which threw off the whole balance. The whole cherry tomatoes were an interesting choice too -- cutting them would have helped them integrate into the dish a lot better. And the Pad See Ew just didn't leave much of an impression one way or the other. Some real potential here anchored by the Massaman, but the kitchen inconsistency makes it hard to fully commit. Worth trying but maybe be selective with what you order. read more

Song Wat - Top: Pad See Ew, Fried Rice, Chicken Wings, Ka Pow, Masaman Curry - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Solid new neighborhood Thai spot and glad to see it was bustling on a Saturday night (though we still managed to walk in). My partner really liked the corn fritters. The duck salad was good although I found the taco unnecessary. Larb hed featured a large hunk of tofu topped with mushrooms, unfortunately too spicy for me. The Kua Mee Kati, basically pad thai with a bit of spice, was solid and made my partner revisit his stance on pad thai (which he thought he didn't like until now). Not necessarily a destination spot but a good neighborhood option. read more

New Thai spot in Divisadero which was pretty decent but expensive. Casual indoor space that can fit any type of group (large round tables in the middle). They don't have your typical Thai dishes but there is pad Thai; it is just named differently. I enjoyed the salad the most and I would probably pass on the corn fritters and braised meat next time. Service was normal and food came out fast. Somewhat hard to find parking. read more

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Wowow I wasn't sure what to expect because I hadn't heard of this place before my friend suggested it, but I'm SO glad to have given it a try! The food was delicious and flavorful - the perfect place to celebrate my friend's engagement :) We had a reservation and were seated upon arrival, and service was quick throughout the meal. They also had some very interesting decor that was fun examine while waiting for my ride home. Would come back again! read more

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Really good Thai place that can get busy. We were lucky and were seated almost immediately even though it was so busy before and after our dinner. They are a no frills get in and get out place. I got the pad sew ew and Thai ice tea. Both are really good! Would def come back to try more of their specialties! read more

Song Wat Thai -- A Great Thai Food Experience Went to Song Wat Thai in San Francisco with friends on Tuesday night and had such a great meal! We tried Miang Kum, Tod Mun Khao Pod, Kolae Beef Skewers, and Yum Duck with Thai Taco. The beef skewers were full of spices and delicious. The Yum Duck was already flavorful, but eating it with the green leaf from the Miang Kum made it even better! For the mains, I really enjoyed the Sweet Blue Crab with coconut, peanuts, shallots, and lemongrass. The Massaman Nuea was also a favorite, dipping the roti into the rich curry was SO good! The Sator Goong was tasty and not too strong with the shrimp paste. But my favorite was definitely the Kua Kling Kon Samui . The Southern Thai flavors were bold, spicy, and full of flavor. I had to cool down with my favorite Thai iced tea, perfect combination! For dessert, we had the Mango Sticky Rice and the Sticky Rice & Taro with Coconut Ice Cream was AMAZING! The service was great too. Our servers were very nice, calm, and always smiling, even though they were a little busy. I also really loved the atmosphere and decor. It's beautiful, classic, and stylish, with details that reminded me of Song Wat Road in Bangkok. It really gave me the feeling of being back in Thailand. Definitely recommend Song Wat if you love flavorful Thai food and want to experience a little taste of Thailand in San Francisco! read more

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My boyfriend and I were excited to try Song Wat since it opened. We have a big mangrove kitchen-sized hole in our heart ever since it closed down. Our waitress was really kind, and it seemed like it was just her holding it down for Saturday lunch shift. The menu is small and creative and unlike many thai restaurants in SF. For instance, they don't even offer a pad thai. There are some ingredients I don't usually see like stinky beans. We weren't too hungry so we ordered a pad see ew with chicken and the yum duck salad with thai taco. The duck salad was interesting because it came with essentially a wafer like shell to eat with the salad. The shell was like a waffle cone, a little too sweet, and not thing enough to be a taco shell. It was a bit hard to eat, but it was easier when we broke it up into chip piece and scooped the salad that way. I liked how the salad came with pomelo. The flavors were a bit too strong, strong in acidity and savoriness. But I did think it was creative. For the pad see ew, this also felt different from what I usually see because they sprinkled white pepper powder on top. I really enjoy white pepper powder, so we liked this dish. But, I can see how the flavors can be a bit too strong for other people. Ultimately I think it's a cool place to try out and try food that might be new to you. It was a bit pricey for what we ended up getting, so I'm not sure how often we would visit. read more

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Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. This spot just opened and I'm pretty sure I sprinted here like I was training for the Olympics. Had to even add the Yelp page myself because there was NO way I was gatekeeping this. From the second you walk in, it hits you. The decor is loud in the best way possible. Colors, details, little touches everywhere. It's the kind of place where you're still noticing new things halfway through your meal. But let's be real... you're not here just to look around. The food? Yeah... this the one. Every bite took me straight back to Thailand without the 16 hour flight, jet lag, or arguing with airline seat recline etiquette. The flavors are bold, unapologetic, and actually taste authentic not watered down "tourist Thai." You can tell whoever is behind the kitchen knows exactly what they're doing and isn't cutting corners. This isn't just good food. This is the kind of place that makes you pause mid bite, look at the person you came with, and go "nah this is crazy." If you're even thinking about trying it, stop thinking. Just go. read more

Song Wat - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

I went here twice in one week. The food is delicious, and the service is excellent. I recommend getting Moo Palo and Thai beef curry.

We waited about 10 mins on a Wednesday at 7:30 for a table. The staff were accommodating and friendly. Love the decor and revamp of the space , we have seen many Thai restaurants in this space but this one strikes out on its own with a cute retro yet modern design. Love the personalized cups, neon sign and wall artwork. We love consistent marketing. The pad see ew had a nice texture but was far too salty. The Moo paloe (stewed 5 spices pork) was good, sweet and had a deep rich flavor. The crab salad was nice and perfect serving size. read more

Song Wat - Pad see ew (wouldn't order again-too salty) and the 5 spice pork (would order again). - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This is a lovely restaurant! Warm ambiance and very pleasant staff members. The food was good and fresh. I loved the chicken wings but heads up, I thought they were quite spicy. The kua mee kati was tasty and a little sweet, although I felt like the added chicken could have used a little more flavor. The pad see ew with pork belly was great and flavorful. We enjoyed our experience here! read more

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Ordered takeout from here on a Wednesday evening. We got tom yum soup with prawns, chicken pad see ew, and the smoked duck salad. Everything was delicious! I was pleasantly surprised at the number (5) and size of prawns (huge) in the tom yum soup; it had a nice kick to it but wasn't too strong. Smoked duck salad was light and refreshing; flavors went really well together with the black sesame waffle taco shells. Chicken pad see ew is exactly what you expect; a little sweet and savory at the same time. Prices are pretty typical for SF and portion sizes were appropriate. The restaurant itself is super cute on the inside; will need to try eating there next time! Recommend giving them a try if you're craving Thai food. read more

Song Wat - Prawns tom yum, chicken pad see ew, smoked duck salad - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

Loved the ambience and vibe at Song Wat -- great spot for a night out. Service was excellent too, very attentive throughout the meal. I'm not usually a beer drinker, but the mango sticky rice Thai craft beer (not in pictures) was a pleasant surprise and I'd order it again. The beef skewers were the standout dish of the night, easily the best part of the meal. My one gripe was that the food ran a bit too salty for my taste. Overall it was a really enjoyable experience, and I'd be open to giving it another try in a few months to see if my take on the food changes. Taking away one star for the sodium level, but everything else was great. read more

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I love southern Thai food and I'm glad I found this place. It is very authentic. I really loved their sator goong and kua kling nuea. Their staff were very attentive. I can't wait to come back and try their fried fish (as it ran out when I was there) read more

Just got back from Thailand a month ago, so I drove into town to test out the Thai food at Song Wat. It was amazing! The vibe, lighting, and atmosphere are spot on, and the Southern-style menu is as real as it gets. Even on a super busy Friday, the service was fast, friendly, and welcoming. The food feels like a proper home-cooked meal in Thailand with all the fresh herbs and rich flavors, tastes like I'm right back in Thailand. I'm 100% driving back out here again soon. (Was enjoying the food and vibe so much that I completely forgot to take photos!) read more

Song Wat - I only managed one picture before my kid finished off the dessert! - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

I had high hopes for Song Wat, but it seems like a flip of Mangrove with the same issues (refreshed interior design though). Small portions, a bit bland, and just not great overall. read more

Song Wat - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Delicious Thai food with authentic flavors Every dishes we ordered was flavorful,fresh and well-presented.The chicken wings and shrimp dishes (Sator Goong) were standouts. Great atmosphere and friendly service. Highly recommend! read more

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Beers were alright; fun to try something new. Pork was overcooked and the 3 stink noods were dry & shrimps/egg were overcooked. Felt like the art on the wall was AI generated.. Loved James. 5 stars for James. read more

Song Wat on Divisadero is an absolute gem! The food is amazingly tasty across the board. The Miang Kum and Tom Yum are fantastic starters, and you can't go wrong with the Kolae Beef Skewers or Larb Hed. For mains, the Massaman is incredible--the beef literally melts in your mouth! Whatever you do, don't miss the Dry Green Curry Pork Chop and the Pla Tod Ka Min, which is fried to crisp perfection. Make sure to save room because you simply can't skip dessert! On top of the food, the restaurant decoration is gorgeous. Highly recommend!" read more

new thai restaurant on divis and page! the vibes are pretty cool, a mesh between traditional street food and modern bar. the menu isn't huge but has some unique/ more local items. we tried the kua mee kati and pad see ew, both were too sweet for our liking but the portions were generous read more

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Arrived around 6:15pm on a Friday without a reservation and they sat me next to strangers in a big round table haha . I recommend you call to make a reservation ? It got pretty busy throughout the evening . It's SOOO GOOOD the pad sew eww wasn't salty or too greasy it was delicious. read more

Song Wat - Pad sew eww beef - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Song Wat gets a triple diamond. Great food, service and ambiance. The food was so authentic and spicy just like it's meant to be. The Crab Miang Kum was a treat served in Gai Lan leaf. Loved the crispy pork belly. The prawns and stinky beans with garlic chili sauce were divine. Chicken wings were very crispy and had nice spicy/sweet sauce. Can't wait to return to Song Wat to try the corn cakes and curries. read more

I was worried when Mangrove Thai closed up its store front. Now, I'm relieved to know this is what replaced it... If you're a lover of Pad Thai and Pad See Ewe, this place offers some of the best. The prawns are massive, the noodles are delicious. The appetizers I've tried are outstanding and the portions are wonderfully generous. Their menu is delightfully simple and the decor is covered with charming vintage poster art. They typically jam 70s, 80s Thai pop music, sometimes surfy, other times psychedelic. It's a vibe, and the seats are comfy. To be fair and more critical - I've ordered their pork belly and been very disappointed. It was overcooked and gristly. But I can't count it against them yet - I can tell they're working some new-business kinks out, and the good I've had here far outweighs that one experience. This establishment joins the higher ranks of the up and coming post-Covid Divisadero offerings. Even with Katsuo & Kombu, Nepa, GiGis, and Pho Divis gracing the neighborhood, Song Wat should not be slept on. read more

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The food is incredibly flavorful and feels true to what you would find in Bangkok. We loved the Sator Goong and Kua Kling The atmosphere is also a big part of the experience. It has a cozy, nostalgic vibe, and the service was great. You can tell there's a lot of thought behind both the food and the concept. If you're looking for authentic Thai food beyond the usual pad thai and curry, Song Wat is absolutely worth a visit. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. read more

Song Wat has become one of my favorite Thai restaurants in SF. I've been a few times now, and the last time I brought a group of 10 friends, which meant we basically got to try almost the entire menu. And I can honestly say, there was not a single dish I didn't like. As a Thai person, one thing I always look for is variety on the menu. A lot of Thai restaurants in the US have more or less the same dishes, made with the same ingredients and often the same factory-made curry pastes. Song Wat is different. They make their own curry pastes and spices, and you really can taste it. The curries taste rich and fresh, and you can actually taste the herbs that went into them. Definitely get the Miang Kum! You don't see it very often here, and all my friends were surprised by how refreshing and delicate it was. I also loved the tiger prawns with stink beans. And no, the stink beans are really not that stinky. They're more herbaceous than anything, and so good with the prawns. Honestly, I don't think there's a bad choice on the menu. And the price! There were 10 of us, we ordered way more food than we could eat and had to take leftovers home, and it still came out to less than $30/person. In SF!! For food this good!! I'll definitely be back. A lot. read more

Amazing food and beautiful presentation. The Miang Kum was my favorite such a unique combination of flavors. The beef in the Massaman curry was incredibly tender, and the duck salad was fresh and full of flavor. Everything tasted authentic and well-balanced. The mango sticky rice was the perfect ending (; read more

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Foods was amazing! Authentic. Only downside that night was a service. It seems they were short of staff. read more

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1. A non-reservation party that came after us (we were non-reservation too) were sat first. Then we were sat at a shared table 2. The food took 30/40 min to come out, our waiter never once checked on us. We had to flag someone else down to ask for the food. Their excuse was we messed up the submission because it was a shared table - why have a shared table if you don't have a way to distinguish the parties? 3. Several parties that were sat MUCH after us got their food, and finished their food before we even got ours. 4. They comped our drinks for the inconvenience but it was an overall frustrating experience from the get-go. The food over all was decent, not sure we'd go back but it was still good food. They just have a lot of ironing out to do service wise. read more

We were devastated when we heard around the neighborhood that Mangrove had closed...but thrilled that a new Thai spot is in its place. While we will miss the Thai ramen (aka khao soi) of yore, this place's menu is absolutely killing. it. We did takeout and got the duck tacos, the yellow curry, and the fried rice and it's so good I'm mad I didn't venture out more. I want to go back and sit down and actually experience the place and do a tour of the menu. (Btw, the interior is gorgeous and I love how personalized the decor feels...you know there are references embedded in here and it's not generic at all). SO glad to have Song Wat near us--we're about to be regulars! read more

Everything was great - food, service, and vibe. I'll definitely make it a go-to spot!

This new Thai restaurant completely impressed us from the start. Since they're currently in their soft opening phase, the menu is still limited, but every dish we tried was full of authentic flavor and beautifully prepared. We started with the larb hed, a flavorful mushroom and tofu salad that was fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced. We also ordered the sator goong, a shrimp and bean dish that truly tasted like something you'd find from a street vendor in Thailand. You can tell the restaurant is serious about delivering authentic Thai flavors, and it definitely came through in every bite. To end the meal, we had the mango sticky rice, and honestly, it was one of the best we've ever tasted. Everything about this experience was memorable, and we're already looking forward to coming back to try more from the menu. read more

This new Thai restaurant is amazing! They're offering a smaller menu now during their soft opening, and the dishes we had were incredible. We ate the larb hed, which is a tofu mushroom salad packed with vibrant flavors. We also ordered the sator goong, a shrimp and bean dish that was delicious and tasted just like street food in Thailand. The server told us the restaurant will focus on authentic flavors, and the dishes we ate showed that perfectly. We finished off our meal with mango and sticky rice - it was the best one we've ever had! We absolutely loved our meal here, and we're so excited to try more of their food!! read more

Song Wat - Menu - Soft Opening - Thai Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got the Moo Paloe and it was pretty tough, unlike a braised dish should be. There is AI generated art on the wall.

We ordered pad see ew to go and asked for extra sauce. We were flabbergasted. So unbelievably good. Normally pad see ew is dry especially when ordered for takeout. This one was absolutely perfect. Might be our new go to spot. read more

Amazing food with truly authentic flavors. We ordered the beef skewers, tom yum, and the beef dry curry. Everything was delicious and full of flavor. The service was friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. The restaurant is also beautifully designed with a nostalgic decor. Highly recommend, and I'll definitely be back! read more

Love this place. Finally got to try them out tonight with some takeout after a ton of anticipation. We really value a go to Thai restaurant in our neighborhood. Certainly didn't disappoint. We got the Pad Thai, and Pad see ew. Both were well above the average for seasoning, portion, flavor and quality of ingredients. The menu may be small but we definitely have more dishes to try. The staff were also welcoming and very friendly. Food came out super fast. read more

I ordered the chicken wings for $16 and it only comes with 4 wings, meaning it's $4 per wing. They were full of batter, the wing itself is small but the batter makes it look like they're jumbo wing. No flavor whatsover if you don't use the sauce that it comes with. I wouldn't mind paying $4 per wing if it taste really good. I can just imagine the rest of the menu...not ordering from here again. For $16, I can find better food for the price. read more

I came through with a few friends, and this restaurant was amazing. The food was very flavorful and authentic. I've never been to a Thai restaurant with a Chinese heritage decor. Love this place and would come back. read more

Song Wat is fantastic!!! So happy to have a Thai staple on Divis. Ambiance in the restaurant is excellent, and food is incredible and affordable - there's a focus on Thai ingredients and cooking styles that I haven't found in many other Thai spots in SF short of Nari. This is going to be a weekly staple for us! read more