I saw that Spork had recently reopened their restaurant after over a year of being closed. I never got to try their previous menu items but their newer are pretty good. They're known for being an Asian-fusion breakfast/brunch place. We ordered: Food: Bo Luc Lac - 10/10 - Wok styled tenderloin and onions with garlic toast and a sunny side up egg for the toast. Probably one of the most flavorful items. If you love wok styled cooking, this would be a go-to! Florentine Benedict - 8/10 - Classic florentine benedict, so nothing special but it was still good with the spinach, hollandaise sauce. The house salad on this and Bo Luc Lac were really good! Fried Chicken and Waffles - 7/10 - This is a unique twist on the classic chicken and waffles. Instead of smaller breast pieces, we're given a whole fried drum and thigh, bone in. Their waffle is also a pandan waffle! Both waffles and chicken were good by themselves. Banana French Toast - 10/10 - Wanted to try one of their sweeter classic items for brunch. French toast does not disappoint. The toast and syrup had a slight banana flavor to it. Not sure if that was because of caramelized banana slice or not but it was really good! Definitely would get this again for the toast alone. Drink: Iced Butterfly Lychee Fizz Orange Mimosa Lychee Mimosa Thai Milk Tea I do love the cute sign they have when you walk in with the Spork logo. Great for taking pictures. Spork is located right around the corner of Chinatown so if you plan on driving here, I recommend parking at the Chinatown Parking Garage and walking 3 minutes. Cheapest garage there is and super close and convenient. read more

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I went here over the weekend on a Saturday around 12:30pm and there was a good amount of people dining there at the time, but no wait. They have a bunch of large tables inside this restaurant and they sell a large variety of brunch and Asian fusion breakfast items! Anyways, we got the Iced Butterfly Lychee Fizz, Thai Milk Tea, Vietnamese Dalgona Coffee, Orange Mimosa, Banana French Toast Combo, Spicy Bacon Benedict, Fried Chicken & Waffle, and the Bo Luc Lac. Out of the items we tried, the Iced Butterfly Lychee Fizz was my favorite drink because of how pretty and refreshing it was, while the Spicy Bacon Benedict was my favorite entree since it wasn't too messy. I'd recommend this place! I loved everything I tried that day and I like how large the portion sizes here are too! read more

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Overall, I thought this was good - I was so excited about their food since their online menu (at the time) and Yelp reviews featured unique Asian-fusion brunch options. Upon arrival, the offerings were different and not as interesting. While their online menu and Yelp page featured Thai French Toast and Pandan Waffles, none of these items were there - for the most part, it felt more American and less Asian-fusion. I ended up having their Chicken and Waffles, which were good, the chicken was very good since these were nice, juicy, boneless pieces of fried chicken that had great flavor. The waffles were nothing special. The service was nice and attentive and it really made the experience better. read more

Great place for a quick brunch! The sriracha bacon was amazing! Overall. The place is clean, service is friendly but will say the pricing was a bit much. I get it though because it's San Francisco! Definitely worth stopping if you need a quick meal and aren't sure what to get. There are tons of safe menu options here. read more

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Had reservations for 10am. Starting with my coffee was lukewarm, everyone of our hot food entree came out cold, food was not fresh, taste like we were given leftovers from the day before. Service was good. Stay away. I would not have given any stars but was not able to post unless i check a star. read more

I was pretty impressed when I got take-out here early on in the pandemic. It took way too long for me to come back and try the food again. I ordered the tom yum noodle soup but with crispy chicken this time. I definitely prefer the shrimp so that's a lessons learned for me. The food was good though. I was tempted to try their chicken and waffles. Looks like they use pandan. Thankfully I got to take a bite out of my wife's plate. read more

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Was glad to have tried this spot out after their grand reopening! Some of the standouts--banana french toast (with caramelized banana) Chicken and waffles (so juicy and the waffle was so fluffy) and their Butterfly lychee fizz was so refreshing! read more

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Solid experience here, food is beautifully plated and tasted delicious. I went for breakfast on a Sunday and it was fairly empty a few tables seated. I got the chicken salad and loved it. Didn't stand out to me or blow me away but a great breakfast nonetheless. Came at a decent speed and left feeling full but not stuffed. The ambiance could be better. Pretty plain interior, vibes and had a cleaning smell when I first walked in but overall would come again. read more

Spork Restaurant - Chicken salad, French toast, - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cute vietnamese fusion brunch restaurant in the middle of chinatown! It's a very spacious spot with with plenty of tables. Ordered the fried chicken and pandan waffles and the shrimp and eggs benedict. The benedict was good and was the first time I've seen shrimp on an eggs benedict but the potatoes were really good. The fried chicken was perfect, it was fried so that the skin was super thin and light and crunchy and the meat was really juicy. You could taste the pandan in the waffle which is pretty rare in a lot of places that have pandan or ube flavored things. The waffle was also nice and chewy!! I would get this again for sure. Overall, a very unexpected restaurant which should get more business!! Highly recommend the chicken and waffles (also saw some tables get the dalgona iced coffee which looked really good too) read more

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After our brunch plans fell through because the place we made a res at was now permanently closed, I searched for something nearby and this place came up! So glad it did too cause what a nice little gem! I didn't get to try everything pictured but will share what the others said. Here, your eyes definitely eat first haha. Crispy veggies rolls: These are eggrolls filled with noodles, taro, mushroom, and veggies. Great app option for vegetarians. Comes with a homemade sweet and sour dipping sauce. Crispy chicken fried rice: My dish! I thought I was getting a breakfast dish but saw this and had to try. Overall, I did like it but I thought the chicken could use less batter. I want to taste more of the chicken and not the crispy bits. The fried rice was surprisingly flavorful though. Such a filling dish though! Mimosa: There was more juice than brut but it was only $8! Fried chicken & pandan waffle: Heard it was tasty! My husband really enjoyed this dish. Latte: Not mine but heard it was good! Also came in a fairly large cup. Thai tea french toast: Heard it was delicious and not overly sweet. Comes with fresh fruit and a thai tea sauce. Pancakes: Heard they were good and there's also fresh fruit on the side. Overall, I'm definitely coming back! Would love to try more breakfast items and some of the Thai food as well. read more

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WOW. This place deserves 5 stars and then some. My friend and I decided last minute to meet in the city after we saw that it would be 100+ degrees where we originally had planned to meet. So we did a quick search of restaurants and saw Spork easily at the top of SF brunch spots on Yelp. Now, I have my suspicions when yelping in the city cause there are some overhyped reviews. But then, the Thai Tea French Toast caught my eye and while my past self was trying to break free from another possible regrettable choice, I was already persuading my companion to join me here for Saturday brunch. With her OK, I nervously saw if any reservations are available. To my surprise, ALL times were open. This was a sign, I said to myself, that it's a trap. But I had already confirmed plans with the friend and decided to take the chance. But boy, it is only all good news from here on: we walked into a cozy space with only a couple tables seated, greeted by a friendly staff, easy ordering, fast and stellar service, AMAZING Thai Tea French Toast (yumyum), and despite how busy it got, no pressure to "kick us out" until we noticed and left. I also recommend the Vietnamese Dalgona Coffee - it actually tastes like coffee, unlike some Dalgona stuff out there which to me, tastes like sweet milk. read more

Spork Restaurant - Thai Tea French Toast Combo (front) & Pandan Waffle (back) - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Spork Restaurant was a great find on the edge of SF Chinatown and across from China Live on upper Broadway. I was a bit skeptical at first as I was thinking it was one of those Hong Kong-style breakfast spot with the basic: eggs, toast, sausage, bacon that would make me want to hit the snooze button. This place really is a hidden gem amongst the dim sum places and Chinese shops. Spork offers a simple menu of Asian-fusion breakfast with options of fried chicken, shrimp, shaken beef, noodles and mimosas. Definitely something I can get excited about. Fried Chicken with Pandan Waffles I made sure to tell my friend not to expect Southern-fried chicken and more Asian-style with a light coating and crispy. He wasn't sure what pandan should taste like but found the waffle lightly sweet and really enjoyed this dish. Accompanied with a mustard, sweet chili, and syrup. - 4/5 Shrimp Benedict Lots of shrimp, with a light curry hollandaise sauce accompanied with some, crispy potatoes. She thought the sauce was good and everything was yummy 4/5 Bo Luc Lac - Shaken Beef Tender, cubed beef sauteed with soy sauce, onions, garlic and sugar (though a bit sweet for me) that was topped with an over-easy egg, 2 garlic, parmesan baguette slices, side salad with those crispy potatoes...nothing added other than salt which was a nice accompaniment to the dish *** 4 - 4.5 stars *** for this first visit. Food was delicious and service friendly, attentive and welcoming. Pricing reasonable (average: $16/dish) and would visit again when in the area. Note: Place seems to attract a lot of tourists as it looks like they're staying at the Royal Pacific Motor Inn nearby. :| Limited street parking but inexpensive parking about 3-4 blocks away at St Mary's Square Garage. $6 all day on the weekends! Shhhh... ;) read more

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I woke up late today, and was craving a hearty breakfast or brunch. I was worried that we would have to brave long lines, and given how tired we were, I wasn't looking forward to it. Lo and behold, I found Spork through Yelp, and was able to snag a reservation an hour later. It definitely lives up to all of the reviews before mine, and all the dishes we ordered hit the spot. I really enjoyed the presentation as well -- the hibiscus flowers are a nice touch visually. The Thai Tea French Toast was my favorite. I've never had French toast like this before. My friends had the eggs Benedict which looked delicious. I recommend coming here for a fuss free weekend brunch. read more

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Is this one of SF's best kept secrets for a brunch spot or what?! Located in Chinatown, this Asian fusion restaurant has a colorful menu filled with dishes that emulate East-West delicacies with a twist - for example, French toast topped with a Thai tea flavored syrup, or a pandan waffle (a light vanilla flavor with a hint of coconut). If fusion eats don't tickle your taste buds, they also have standard Thai dishes that can satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. The service here is really great (our waiter remembered us after a single visit!) and do a good job of checking in, refilling water, and taking away empty dishes without intruding on the meal. I sometimes shy away from brunch locations because the food feels too heavy and the vibe of certain places can feel too formal or even pretentious. You won't get that at Spork! The decor of the restaurant is charming without being overly curated, and the fact that it has a hole-in-the-wall vibe while being a pretty spacious restaurant only adds to the comfort and down-to-earth feel. You get the best of both worlds, and at very affordable prices! I can't say enough good things about this place, and every friend I've brought here has said that they would love to come back. Extensive menu with lots of options (Soup? Noodles? Pancakes? Eggs? This place has got them all!), amazing service, and rarely any wait time for even large parties - it's no wonder I want to come back again and again. read more

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Good food and great service! Upon arrival, the staff there was so accommodating and helpful. The restaurant itself felt very homey and cozy. I'm usually afraid of restaurants being so overdone, but this restaurant felt really local and friendly. As for the food, my tables favorites are what's pictured! Our number one would have to be the pandan waffle. It's chewy, not too sweet and didn't feel heavy at all! Our next favorite would have to be bo luc lac. It's perfect for anyone who prefers a savory breakfast over a sweet one. Lastly is the Thai tea French toast! Another light meal, but extremely delicious. Definitely a must try when in china town! read more

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Decided to try it out with my girlfriend before we left SF and honestly I'm so glad we did. Honestly I have never been so satisfied from food in so long and guys I am not exaggerating one bit. The food is FREAKING AMAZING!!!! What we decided to get was the shrimp Benedict , Bo luc lac , Tom yum , fried chicken , salmon curry , Thai tea waffles. First of all the portions are huge and for the price so cheap. Honestly the dishes are worth in the $25-30 range but it was only $15-17 range . They are a new restaurant and are amazing people . Definitely Try this place out ! read more

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Such a cute place for a hangout and so affordable too! Good: - Really huge fan of the Tom yum noodle soup and the pumpkin curry! So filling too - Nice plant aesthetic Bad: - Pandan waffle was okay - it didn't have a lot of flavor sadly and was a little bland - Food came out a little slowly - Way more causal ambiance, took a while to get our table when we had a reservation Overall enjoyed this place and could come back given how cheap it is! read more

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Came here for brunch and was not disappointed! The prices are very reasonable (each dish was $15/$16) and the dishes were delicious. The ambiance was clean and spacious. The service was great as well. We were seated right away and they took our order fairly quickly. We ordered the Thai French toast, Bo Luc Lac and Tom Yum. All of these dishes were so good! The steak was so flavorful and tender and the french toast was great as well! The syrup is the right amount of sweet and it comes with fresh bananas, strawberries and blueberries. Would highly recommend trying this place out! read more

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Absolutely delicious breakfast spot. The food and the service was spot on. The portion sizes were huge. I ordered the eggs Benedict florentine and could only eat half of my meal. The presentation was amazing and the eggs were perfectly prepared. The salad was amazing and so fresh. My son enjoyed his basil omelet. Loved it!! Will not disappoint. Kudos to the chef. read more

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TL;DR: Totally worth it! This little place was so unexpected and one of the biggest highlights of my trip to SF. The portions are huge for the price you pay, the food is delicious, and the people are friendly. Can't lose! Even though the restaurant was busy on a Saturday morning, the servers were so kind and worked to get us served quickly. My friend and I got a dalgona coffee and a Thai iced tea, and the dalgona coffee was stellar. My problem with dalgona coffee is that the instant coffee traditionally used to make it can be bitter or overpowering, but this one was perfectly balanced with the milk. It was so good that I would come back just to have it. We ordered a Crispy Chicken Fried Rice and a Fried Chicken & Pandan Waffle, and neither disappointed. The Crispy Chicken Fried Rice was comforting and savory without being greasy in the slightest. What can I say? Breakfast of champions. I was less of a fan of the chicken and waffle, but I think that's just personal preference. The pandan waffle was subtly sweet and grassy and paired well with the fried chicken for the morning, though it did lose its crispiness rather quickly. Overall, this place is a steal. I'm usually not a fan of brunch, but I loved all the savory options Spork offered and will definitely be back. read more

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Spork specializes in Thai brunch and lunch. I was the only one in the restaurant the whole time I was there on a rainy Thursday afternoon. I was immediately seated and given menu and iced water. The service was friendly and we had a good conversation on popular menu items (including their chicken & waffles) amongst others. I decided to order a Thai iced tea and their crispy chicken fried rice. The chicken was fried beautifully and rice was delicious. I enjoyed the side of veggies and their sweet & sour sauce. The server requested the spicy jalapeños on the side for me which I tried (very spicy!) with the chicken. I enjoyed my time here, the modern decor and clean spaces. I will be back to try other dishes! read more

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Delicious new Thai fusion diner serving breakfast/brunch all day on the edge of Chinatown. There's also a bunch of solely Thai dishes, but I was more interested in trying the fusion riffs on American breakfast plates. Really impressed with their creativity! Thai French Toast: Especially delicious with a concentrated sauce that made a common breakfast order truly amazing. The glazed bacon was essential to balance out the sweetness, so definitely upgrade to a combo. The berries are a nice palate cleaner after bacon & egg bites. And the bananas do a good job of finishing off the last of the sauce. It's amazing how a little sauce can make a common breakfast item so memorable. Tom Yum Omelette: We seriously need more of these hybrids where some of your favorite Asian food is put in the middle of an omelette. The strong tom yum flavors spread so nicely against the neutral egg sheets. A decent amount of shrimp and some nice sautéed veggies. And the glazed bacon on top is perfect to add that extra protein and fat, just in case the shrimp alone didn't do it for you. Plus the little potatoes on the side were very crispy, like really crispy, so that was quite enjoyable. Vietnamese Dalonga Coffee: A rich and creamy Vietnamese coffee served in a plastic sealed boba tea cup. Looks so pretty with the foamy coffee layer on top of the milk that's it's almost a shame you need to shake it altogether. But tastes great, really sweet, so it's worth it. Thai Milk Tea: A classic. Served in a tall glass with ice rather than in one of those plastic sealed boba cups. Very refreshing. read more

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I came here with a friend for brunch on a Sunday and we were able to get reservation for 11 am ahead of time which is great for brunches on sundays! Service was incredible and very fast and attentive. Everyone was very kind in accommodating vegetarian needs as well. I got the tom yum omelette without shrimp inside since I wasn't really feeling shrimp that day. It was incredible. The idea of having tom yum paste in an omelette was so creative and unique and honestly I'm craving it all over again now while writing this review. The sriracha bacon was so good, tangy sweet and spicy all at the same time. I also got a vanilla latte which was huge and tasted amazing with just the right amount of vanilla and creamy frothy milk. My friend got the pandan waffle and she loved it. It was super fluffy and just the right amount of food. We both got potatoes and they were literally the best crispy breakfast potatoes I've EVER had. I would literally go back just for these. They were so light and crispy on all edges, and every single potato was fried perfectly. Since we came at 11, the restaurant wasn't too full then but within 20 minutes, people came pouring in and while we were eating the place was packed. The ambiance was great. It was a hole in the wall i would highly recommend to anyone! read more

Spork Restaurant - Pandan Waffle Combo Tom Yum Omelette - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here for a group brunch with 7 other friends - we made a reservation a couple days in advance and were seated prompty. I would definitely recommend making a reservation here though because this place was getting crowded around noon. I got the shrimp benedict - they put a generous portion of shrimp and avocado! It also came with potatoes, which were amazing! I also tried the Thai Tea French Toast, which was really good - I loved the thai tea sauce (wasn't too sweet, which I loved)! My friend got the Pandan Waffle which had the perfect chewy texture! Everything looks and tastes great here! Can't wait to come back and try more items from the menu! read more

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5 stars for service. 2 stars for food. A special shout out to Jorge, our server. Jorge was on point. He seated us right away, gave us ample time to view the menu, order our drinks and food. Jorge was extremely attentive and helpful. Thank you! Unfortunately, the food was disappointing. Had high expectations, given the 5 stars reviews. I had to question whether I was at the same establishment as the reviewers. Let's begin with the Fried chicken & Pandan waffles. The skin on the fried chicken was crispy, however the chicken meat was overcooked, bland and lacked flavor. Moreover, the waffles were lukewarm and overly chewy without crunch. The taste and texture was quite off, as if it were sitting out for some time, or premade rather than freshly made-to-order. The shaking beef was overly seasoned, contained too much garlic, was lukewarm, and the broccoli cold. This should not have been served. The Bo Luc Lak was the same exact stir fry beef that was used in the Shaking beef. The only difference? Topped-off with an egg. The fried potatoes was the star of the dish. Perfectly fried and seasoned, with a soft tender center. Had high hopes for this place. The service was great, but the food fell short. read more

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Came here with a group of friends to catch up and decided to give this place a shot. We reserved our spot through Yelp and it was smooth. Got seated within 10 mins. Our server was nice and accommodating. The place is tiny and packed, but it's spacious enough. I ordered the Tom yum omelette fried rice. It came with shrimp and veggies cooked in Tom yum seasoning. I was a bit hesitant and hopeful that the flavor wouldn't be sweet. Thankfully, it was pretty good and you could taste sweet, sour, and salt. The Sriracha bacon was also really good. Overall the omelette fried rice was pretty good. I really liked it. My friends got the dolgona coffee but I stuck with 2 shots of espresso. It was good. I'd come back to try their other items. I really liked the fusion dishes and want to try their pandan waffles next time. read more

Spork Restaurant - Tom yum omelette fried rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

This score is more around a 3.5. We walked to this place around 10am on a Sunday and it was not super full, maybe 4-5 other parties and plenty of room for my party of 5. They are known for doing an Asian-fusion brunch, so I was very excited to try, but I think the flavors were honestly not super strong which made it just seem like a regular brunch place as opposed to a fusion. Steak benedict (3/5): The poached egg yolk was not runny at all. It seemed more like a medium-boiled egg as the yolk wasn't completely solid, but it was not runny at all. Thai french toast combo (4/5): Regular french toast with thai iced tea sauce to dip in. Pretty good, but just a simple dish and you get a choice of either bacon or sausage and type of egg. Pandan combo (4/5): You get to choose how your eggs are and the bacon or sausage as well. The pandan waffle was yummy, a little overcooked so more crunchy and kind of hiding the pandan flavor. Or maybe the pandan flavor itself was just not as strong of a flavor, so it just was a nice crunchy waffle. Tom yum omelette (4/5): Good portion size, but not a super strong tom yum flavor inside the omelette. The potatoes, couple pieces of garlic bread, and salad on the side make it very filling. The sriracha bacon on the top had a little bit of a kick to it as well which was nice. I liked how the omelette had shrimp on the inside, very unique. Overall, glad that I tried it, and this is one of the few places that I've been able to get a pandan waffle, but for the price point (~$20 per person), I think I might not go to a fusion place and either eat at a just brunch place or an Asian restaurant. read more

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Worth the try: Thai tea French toast Tip: Check out their Yelp waitlist before heading over for wait times! Thai tea French toast: Texas bread, thai tea, milk, espresso, Thai tea Sauce, fruit. Bread was pretty thick, though a little dry (was expecting something more fluffy and moist). The fruit and sauce made up for it, so overall a nice dish to satisfy and sweet tooth cravings. Comes with 3 cut slices, so good to share. Steak benedict: poached eggs, spinach, hanger steak, English muffin, curry hollandaise sauce, fried potatoes, house salad. Steak was pretty tough, but the eggs and sauce were good. The potatoes were also good but got cold quickly, so they weren't as tasty towards the end of the meal. PARKING: Limited street parking in Chinatown. Handful of bus stops nearby. SERVICE: Servers were kind and got us everything we needed. There were only a couple of them to the whole restaurant, so I understand they couldn't be as attentive to us. ATMOSPHERE: Cute little shop in the middle of Chinatown with lovely Asian decor. Good amount of seating but it gets busy during peak dining hours. I was looking for a quick Sunday brunch spot with my gal pal and found this place on Yelp. The Thai tea French toast caught my eye, so we decided to drop by! It seems like a pretty new spot, so there wasn't much of a wait, but the place did start getting busy by the time we left. Good to try if you're looking for something new. read more

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I have the pleasure of finding this hidden gem breakfast spot! It is very easy to please any culture and crowd. Ordered: * Shrimp benedict - a good flavor with a hint of curry sauce. Next time, I would ask them to put it on the side as it kills the delicate shrimp taste * Hearty Bo Luc Lac - shaking beef with egg on top (lots of flavors in the sweet taste) * Pandan waffle - great to have different flavors of waffle Super attentive services with an effective team to turn around the place. Parking could be challenging, however, couple blocks away, there is an outdoor parking garage. Give em a try! especially if you showcase SF city. read more

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I love brunch spots and I was very excited to try this new place. The restaurant was very clean and spacious. The servers first language was actually Spanish and I can tell they were learning English. My boyfriend spoke Spanish to them which made them really happy! :) they made sure they got our order right and answered any questions we had. The presentation of the food was really great, but what I feel like the flavor of my omelette and the Thai French toast could have better. You had to pour the the Thai tea sauce over the French toast which was good, but just wished the French toast could've been not so plain to begin with. I say overall this is great brunch spot and it has so much more potential. I feel like over time they can experiment more and develop the best brunch. I'm excited to come back to this restaurant in a couple of months to see the progress! read more

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The chicken and pandan waffle was amazing - the pandan flavor was really subtle but added a nice twist, and the waffle itself was super fluffy. The chicken actually blew me away - the seasoning was unique (have had more chicken made in other Asian cuisines' styles lately) and so good, and the skin was fried perfectly crisp. SF has so many Asian fusion brunch places already, but Spork is coming in strong! Also - really attentive and friendly staff. I asked for a box since I had about half of the dish left and she looked genuinely concerned and asked if something was wrong (I just got full quickly that day)! read more

Spork Restaurant - Fried Chicken and Pandan Waffle - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great Thai fusion restaurant for reasonable prices! This place has very similar vibes to Lapisara eatery (Thai fusion, pretty presentation) but is definitely more affordable (e.g. $15 vs $22 for chicken and waffles), equally delicious, and with less wait time. We made a reservation on open table about 30 minutes before we showed up for Sunday brunch with 6 people, and we had about a 3 minute wait (I don't know if the reservation actually counted or they just take first come first serve). I was able to select the less sweet option for the Thai tea and that was delicious! The bo luc lac came with a sweet, refreshing salad, super crispy potatoes, rich Parmesan bread, sunny side up egg, and steak and onions. Super filling and delicious. read more

Spork Restaurant - Bo Luc Lac - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Spork Restaurant is so deserving of its five-star Yelp rating! This is a lovely brunch spot with unique fusion dishes at very reasonable price points -- and amazing service to top it all off. Fresh Spring Rolls - Refreshing, crunchy, and the rice paper was the perfect consistency. I'm also really happy they accommodated for my peanut allergy by providing sweet chili and fish sauce in place of the regular peanut hoisin! Tom Yum Noodle Soup - Literally perfection. This came with huge shrimps (at no extra cost), tons of greens, and a side of bean sprouts, lime, and jalapeño slices. I ordered the broth spicy and was slightly worried that it would be too hot for me, but that wasn't the case at all -- it had a nice kick, balanced with savory and sour flavors. The portion size is also enormous so there's a chance you'll be walking away with half the bowl to-go. Thai Tea French Toast - We both agreed that the thai tea sauce needs to be its own drink -- it's that good. The eggs were also cooked sunnyside to perfection! I came by at around 11:30am on a Sunday for a table for 2 and had no problem getting seated, but it got much busier an hour later. I recommend making a reservation in advance on Yelp! Service was also very accommodating of our dietary restrictions and regularly refilled our water. Would absolutely come back for brunch again in the future. :) read more

Spork Restaurant - Tom Yum Noodle Soup - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I was feeling a bit hungry while I was sitting in traffic near the ballpark & started thinking about food. What should I get? I remembered that Spork came up on my Yelp recommended places to try list. I pulled up their Yelp page and ordered fried chicken & pandan waffles for pick up. I drove over and did a little happy dance when I found parking on Broadway which is rare. Pickup was easy & my order was still warm after picking & arriving home. Upon opening the box, the fragrant smell of coconut from the pandan waffle & scent of fried chicken was making me salivate. I toasted my waffle to revive the crispiness & ate half of the order (one order has 2 whole chicken thighs & a full waffle) because it was filling. The chicken skin was crispy & flavor ran though the tender meat. The waffle had a hint of coconut & sweetness, perfect combo with the savory, tender chicken. Yum!!! I only used the syrup but the order comes with mustard. I'm looking forward to a dine in experience here! Parking can be tricky since Broadway is a busy street with a few meters. Most spots on side streets are metered too, unless you find a spot on a residential street. There are some paid lots nearby. read more

Spork Restaurant - Fried Chicken and Pandan Waffle Combo - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really wish I was able to try more stuff on their menu because it was so good! It's right in the middle of Chinatown and a great brunch spot. Went in and got seated right away on a Friday noon time. Started off with the shrimp rolls and they were pretty decent spring rolls (4/5). They didn't have enough sauce so we did ask for more but this was a great starter and dish to share! Ordered the florentine benedict with a salad and wow this was so good (5/5)! I'm not a huge fan of eggs benedict but this place made me change my mind about that. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the twist they add to the sauce took this dish to the next level! The potatoes on the side were super crispy and the dressing they used for the salad was so good I wish I knew what they added! Cleared the entire plate because it was just that good. Definitely order this! If you're ever in San Francisco looking for a casual brunch spot definitely check this place out read more

Spork Restaurant - Shrimp roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The food itself is deserving of 5-stars, but the service has room for improvement. Brunch started off promisingly with mimosas. However, chaos ensued as the server accidentally lost control of the cocktails. My friend's jeans did a tremendous job absorbing the spilled boozy beverage (s/o Madewell) and her pants remained saturated throughout the entirety of brunch. Glass had also flown a good distance through the venue and crunched under our shoes as we moved tables. We were provided mango sticky rice for the mishap. Though the dessert was a nice gesture (tasty, too), we all thought that the restaurant could have at least comped our friend's meal or even just her mimosa for her long-lasting physical discomfort. Besides that, the Salmon Benedict came with the crispiest of breakfast potatoes and ooziest of poached eggs ready to burst at the next touch. The curry hollandaise delivered a fabulous fusion flavor that melded with the egg innards. All this was readily absorbed by the porous English muffins and thoroughly enjoyed by the consumer, myself. I would definitely come back again, but probably not in my fanciest fabrics. read more

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Came for brunch on a Saturday around 12 pm. It wasn't too busy because it was raining so we were seated right away. Service was great - staff were super nice and food came out pretty fast. We ordered the Bo Luc Lac, Tom Yum Omelette, Pandan Waffle, Thai Tea French Toast, and Garlic Fries. Bo Luc Lac - Comes with salad and 2 pieces of bread. Beef was juicy but some pieces were a little chewy. Sauce had good flavor but seemed a little watered down. Tom Yum Omelette - Comes with salad and 2 pieces of bread. Egg was cooked nicely but tom yum flavor was very faint - mostly just spicy not really any acidity Pandan Waffle - Super crispy and light! Very subtle pandan flavor but one of our favorites! Thai Tea French Toast - Super moist and soft. Thai tea sauce was very light and not too sweet Garlic Fries - Very crispy and garlicky! Comes with side of spicy mayo. Overall a solid brunch spot - everything was good but flavors could be a little stronger for a fusion place! read more

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I made a random left turn from Grant Avenue onto Broadway, and I suddenly discovered Chinatown has a new brunch spot. No, it's not a traditional Chinese spot, and it's not about dim sum either. It's a modern-looking Asian fusion spot that takes its inspiration more directly from Southeast Asia. Surprisingly it wasn't packed with young Instagram-snapping Asians, and I was led to a table quite easily by a young server. The menu reminded me of Kitchen Story in the Castro - American favorites for breakfast and lunch but with an Asian culinary twist, this time coming from Thailand and Vietnam. While the Pandan Waffle and the Thai Tea French Toast were alluring temptations, I decided to order the $16.95 Tom Yum Omelette out of complete curiosity. It was quite a creation when it arrived as the omelette featured shrimp, spinach, onion, bell pepper, mushroom, and tom yum paste. It was the extras that covered the entirety of the plate - the house salad, the fried potatoes, and the garlic toasts. The cherry on top, sort of speak, was the sriracha bacon, which brought a spicy sweet crunch to the dish, much like the millionaire's bacon at Kitchen Story (photo: https://bit.ly/3ObmBGJ). The entire breakfast was a nice surprise because I wasn't expecting the combination of flavors and textures that came with my meal. Quite a treat in an unexpected location. FOOD - 4 stars...a tasty alternative to traditional tom yum AMBIANCE - 4 stars...clean and spacious enough SERVICE - 4 stars...attentive from the owner as well as the staff TOTAL - 4 stars...a flavorful fusion spot in Chinatown worth trying RELATED - Exploring SF's Chinatown? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2WoF1Z2 read more

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This feels like a bit of a hidden gem in Chinatown as there weren't a ton of people at the restaurant when we stopped in at ~5:30pm on a Friday, but I'm so glad that we found this spot as it's perfect if you're feeling Thai / Vietnamese fusion food! The menu isn't super extensive but it does have a large variety of different items that all looked good. Since my boyfriend and I weren't too hungry, we decided to just split an appetizer, an entree, and a dessert. This ended up being the perfect amount of food for us, and everything was fantastic :) Shrimp fresh rolls: I'm always a big fan of ordering spring rolls at any Vietnamese restaurant, and these were very tasty paired with the peanut hoisin sauce on the side. And because the weather was super hot that day, these were perfect for a refreshing appetizer. Shaking beef: Let me start by saying that the hanger steak cubes in this dish were SO tender and buttery! The flavor was on point, and it paired wonderfully with the steamed rice on the side. I also found the price point of this dish very fair, especially considering I've had shaking beef at fancier restaurants for a much higher price. Mango & sticky rice: This was the perfect dessert to end our meal here at Spork. I especially love that they made the sticky rice into the shape of a heart and wrapped it in mango slices! read more

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Spork caught my eye with its Thai fusion brunch plates and boy did it live up the visual eats! I made a reservation on Yelp but being that it's new and in a neighborhood not quite know for it's American brunch, so you can still easily walk in and likely find a spot. It's nestled at the edge of Chinatown on Broadway which is actually really cool because you have the option of exploring the rich culture of both Chinatown and Little Italy before or after you eat. We began our meal sharing a Tom yum soup. It hit the necessary sour notes and also had just a hit of spice that was really nice for an overcast morning. We also opted for shrimp as our protein and I was very impressed by both the number of shrimp given and it's size! Definitely a nice starter! For mains, we each opted for something different but everyone really liked their choices! I had the Tom yum omelette which also featured a ton of medium shrimp with red bell peppers, button mushrooms, onions, and other bits tossed in the Tom yum seasoning. It was way more concentrated in this form and was SO. GOOD. The omelette was on the thicker side but nothing to complain about. I also really liked the garlic toast on the side. It had a nice crunch from the French baguette and was sufficiently garlicky without being overwhelming. I would definitely recommend this plate! Mom had the Thai Tea French toast which featured three pieces of diagonally cut Texas toast griddled very nicely and accompanied by a delicious Thai tea dipping sauce instead of syrup. She remarked that she liked this a whole lot more than the ube (pancake) phase that has making it's way around. My brother had the Bo Luc Lac and noted that the beef was remarkably tender. I did notice that his sunny side egg was just a hair underdone (whites not fully set) but after he tossed it with his steak and potatoes, I'm sure it was fine. Dad got the shrimp benedict and was impressed by the size. Actually all of the dishes were very generous given their price points! All in all, it was a very good meal! Yes, Spork is new so there are some visible growing pains (especially with service speed) but they have the right attitude and I'm sure they'll make adjustments over time! They are a very welcomed addition to this neighborhood and I would definitely welcome a repeat someday! read more

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