Tin offers a heavenly lunch experience. Been here a few times on the work week, and I cannot recommend it enough. Pork rice plate is great. No ingredient is excessive. Fish sauce + spicy paste + pickled vegetables all add on to the amazing flavor bombed profile. Great spot for a fast, easy, and delicious meal. read more

Tín On Spear - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you're looking for a quick lunch bite, Tin is an amazing option. Focusing on classic Vietnamese dishes, the food is clean, light, and bold with flavor. The vermicelli noodle bowls are killer, with fresh noodles that don't clump together. Pair that with the restaurants 5-spice chicken, which is crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside, this is honestly the perfect lunch meal that will leave you satiated and refreshed. read more

Tín On Spear - 5-Spice Chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wonderful, kind and quick service. Line forms but it goes quickly. Everything I've tried has been amazingly good and they are nice to add chilli sauce upon request if you like things spicier. Good ambiance with cool Lofi music and people do enjoy eating at the restaurant. Personal new fav is the hue rolls. I love the banh mis and cannot finish it so it's always nice to have a second later lunch with my other half. My go to when I come to the office! read more

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Pretty solid sandwich and it was loaded with fillings! The sauce was really tasty as well. When I got to the location for lunch it was really busy, but the service was still super fast considering the amount of people waiting. They have a small seating area inside but all of the seats were taken. I would go back for lunch when I am in the office! read more

Tín On Spear - Lemongrass Tofu Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Excellent lunch in FiDI SF. Great smokey flavors. Tender meats and fish. Large portions. Very friendly service- always smiling and efficient. Casual tables inside. read more

Tín On Spear - Lemongrass Pork Shoulder and Cha Gio - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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An absolute go-to if you're lucky enough to be in the area! This has become a quick and delicious lunch break favorite! The food is fresh, flavorful and absolutely delicious! The colors, textures, and layers of flavor are incredible and customer service is fast, friendly and authentic. Highly recommend the tin rolls (and you can ask to make them vegetarian). read more

This is such a great lunch spot if you work in the Financial District. definitely gets pretty busy during lunch hours though so would recommend you get there during off hours if possible! I got the bun thit nuong and it came in a huge bowl w rice noodles and plenty of lemongrass pork. The pork had lots of flavor and wasn't too chewy -- the peanuts on top added really nice garnish and crunch. service was very fast, the food arrived within 5 minutes. The banh mi's are enormous and stuffed to the brim, so hoping to get that next time. Really good prices for the amount of food you get too! read more

Tín On Spear - Bun Thit Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Such fire food. Super busy during lunch time during the work week but totally worth the long line. They give a lot of protein and if you sit down, they'll serve you even if they're just supposed to be a takeout place! (Not to be confused with their sit down restaurant Mau.) Price ranges from $16-20 easily -- but totally worth it! read more

Tín On Spear - Pork Noodle bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This place is great and they have HUGE portions. Will be coming back for an office lunch very soon!

We had a wonderful evening here. The staff were friendly the service was efficient and the food was absolutely delicious

Yum! Delicious quick lunch option. Placed my order at the counter and got my box lunch in a few minutes. The restaurant has a few tables that probably seats 20 ppl. Nice place to sit for a quick lunch. read more

Tín On Spear - BBQ Pork Noodle with egg roll. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is my go to lunch place in the area. It's far above any other option. I've had the catfish sandwich, rice plate, and noodle bowl all from here. They are all wonderful. Ambience is nice for a casual lunch. It can be crowded but it cycles through quickly. Staff are very friendly. Feedback: Cat fish rice is a bit salty It'd be nice to be able to get less sweet iced coffee! read more

I've been here for lunch multiple times. Literally everything is good. Never had a bad meal. Prices are a tinge on the expensive side, but we are in SF. I also wish they stayed open longer as sometimes I take very late lunches. read more

The vermicelli bowl with the grilled pork was so delicious and scrumptious it made my toes curl.

While they were busy because of lunch rush, I still got a great banh mi out of it. It was hot and fresh, and the chicken was so flavorful and OVERFLOWING from my sandwich. They really piled on the daikon and carrots + mayonnaise too. I'd definitely come here again for a quick lunch break near the office! read more

A new lunch option in the neighborhood! Was walking out of the the office for lunch today and needed to try something new. A couple of the guys (my colleagues) taking a cigarette break out there and suggested I try Mau. They are a Vietnamese restaurant and, to be honest, I am not sure how long they've been in this location, but after trying them for the first time, I am glad they are here! I walked in and asked the gentleman behind the counter what he would recommend to a first-timer! After telling him that I was leaning towards a lunch plate (vs. sandwich or noodle bowl), he recommended the Grilled Lemongrass Pork or Chicken, so pork it was! The thinly cut pork shoulder is spiced and grilled just right. The rice was perfectly cooked and the pickled daikon, carrots and cauliflower added that extra flavor to the whole thing! I think they just got them a new "regular"! I will be going back! read more

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Sadly they're only open for takeaway, so I'll have to hold off on getting a warm clay pot of caramelized fish. But much of the rest of their menu translates to to-go very well. I'm especially impressed by how tasty all the meats are. Hue Rolls: So much better than the light shrimp rolls you get at many Vietnamese restaurants. These are centered around thinly cut and heavily marinated grilled pork. So much meaty smoky goodness in each bite. The thick noodle-like wrap on the outside is also superior to this thin cellophane rice paper wraps typically used in rolls. All the veggies and herbs between the meat and noodles perfectly offset the richness. Bun Cha Ha Noi w/ Cha Gio: Meat overload! The rice noodles, herbs and lettuce were in the bowl. Thick grilled pork patties and thin marinated pork slices were in a container of tangy liquid on the side, with a few thin slices of carrots. Definitely more meat than any bowl you'd get preassembled. The pork slices were so full of flavor from their marinade to their grilling and finished with their soaking. The grilled pork patties were extremely hearty and nicely spiced. Also, liked the crispy cha gio add-on for even more pork indulgence, though quite filling with everything else. Only gripe would be that it felt a little salty, since I was super thirsty the rest of the afternoon. Xa Xiu Pork Banh Mi: Tons of crispy thick pork belly against all the expected trappings of a good Vietnamese sandwich. The bread was chewy and crusty. I like that the lightly pickled carrots and daikon were in thin discs rather than in in shredded form; gave it more texture. Lots of yummy fresh cilantro and a generous amount of mayo. There was also some sort of pork cold cuts, which added a good porky complement to the crispy pork belly. My only advice would be eat this all at once. I saved half for later and the pork belly lost its crispiness and the formerly crispy parts got rubbery. read more

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Biggest Banh Mi I've ever had! I had the 5-spice chicken and it was super good. I wish they would have cut the chicken a bit thinner to make it less messy and easier to eat. The meat was flavorful and juicy. It was on the pricey side but that's what's expected in downtown SF. Easy walk from my office and there's tables inside. I'd definitely come back. read more

Tín On Spear - 5-Five-spice Chicken Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great place to get a quick lunch. Large portions and tasty. I've gotten the Five Spice Chicken Rice Plate every time I've gone here and it's been good. The skin is crispy and overall it's a solid fast lunch. It can get busy around noon! read more

Came here for lunch while at work. Ordered the Bun Thit Nuong. So good! Very delicious. Order pickup was fast and breezy. Food was ready. Actual store is nice and cas. Ambiance is chill. read more

Mau presents authentic Vietnamese fare in a modern upscale setting while still keeping prices reasonable. The chilly SF weather called for noodle soup, so I came here with a friend around 6:30pm on a Monday to have some pho. There were a few occupied tables but we were seated right away after showing proof of vaccination. The decor is modern yet cozy, with earthy wooden tones and dim lighting. I'm a fan, but my favorite pho spots have always been hole-in-the-wall places with a homey ambience, so I was worried what the nice interior meant for the quality and serving size of my pho. I got my usual pho ga (chicken pho) and was pleasantly surprised with my bowl: the broth was rich with lots of chicken, and though the actual bowl itself was small, it was filled to the brim and I was more than satiated after finishing. The one thing they did skimp on a bit was the bean sprouts. I was also hoping for a stronger ginger flavour in the broth as stated in the menu description. At around $14, the price is pretty on par with other places in the city, which was also a nice surprise as I was expecting higher based on the ambience. Would recommend giving this place a try! read more

Tín On Spear - Pho Ga - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Giving this place 2 stars for their Bahn mi. They put way too much house aioli sauce and it made the bahn mi soggy. The aioli flavor overpowered everything else :/ also the carrots weren't shredded but in a circle shape which I didn't really enjoy. I do recommend their rice plates and other dishes but I'd pass on their banh mis- I've had better. read more

Tín On Spear - Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great place for lunch! I would highly recommend Tin if you're in downtown SF. Service and food are great.

Tasty and reasonably priced. I ordered a vermicelli noodle bowl for lunch and was quite surprised to see how much meat there was inside. The lemongrass-chili chicken was well seasoned and the lettuce, bean sprouts, onion, pickled daikon, carrots, and peanuts went really well with the protein and noodles. Some pieces of chicken were tougher than others but overall it was a satisfying lunch and service was fast. Will return! read more

Tín On Spear - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I am a fan!! I live around the area and have been looking for a solid Vietnamese restaurant. There really aren't many here. Well.... Enter in Mau. The lady who took our order was so pleasant. It's also a mom and pop shop which is SO rare in FiDi now after covid essentially wiped out all of them. I hope they're able to stay long term, but with the food tasting this good... it shouldn't be a problem! Unfortunately I only speak to the chicken vermicelli bowl, but what a solid bowl. The chicken was so flavorful, juicy, and tender. A litttle bit on the fatty end, but I'd rather have that than lean and dry. They vermicelli and lettuce ratio was also on point. There are definitely some viet restaurants in the vicinity that give you the smallest vermicelli + heaping lettuce. All of the veggies tasted fresh. And lastly, they give you a cup of sauce which was the perfect amount as well (I tend to like saucy things.. so it's a *must* for me). The restaurant itself is a no frills place... clean tables and chairs.. nothing too fancy and pretty standard. The one thing that was odd was that the recycling bin had a "out of order" sign and we couldn't recycle. Like.. what? Would totally come back to try their other foods. Come check out Mau if you work in the area! read more

Solid lunch spot. The service is quick, and my takeout was ready 15 minutes after I ordered it online at noon on a weekday. There are about 5 tables inside for eating in. I recommend ordering on the phone or in person. I think they didn't notice the instructions in my online order about my allergy, but when I brought it up in the restaurant, they were very quick to remedy the issue and prepare a new entree (sans allergen) for me. I had the bun thit nuong (grilled pork with vermicelli noodles). The meat marinade was very tasty and true to the dish. The noodles were cooked well. I wish there had been more noodles (relative to the amount of veggies), but this wasn't a dealbreaker. The portion size for the price ($15.50, incl. tax) was typical of a downtown lunch spot. I wasn't stuffed afterward, but I felt moderately full. See my photos for the size of the takeout box relative to an iphone. Next time, I might order an egg roll or an appetizer in addition to an entree. read more

Tín On Spear - Bun Thit Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Love their banh mi! Since out the door closed, it's been hard to get a good banh mi in this part of town. The sandwich is generously portioned! Nice bread, good texture of refreshing pickles and overall great complementing flavors and textures in every bite! People have raves about the pork shoulder and it is indeed yummy in both the rice roll and sandwich form. Love this new option in the neighborhood and will be back! Do note that they're fairly busy during lunch so there can be a wait. read more

The tastiest foods are the messiest right? MAU's banh mis are solid, and if you're working in FiDi this makes the PERFECT lunch. The only reason why this place is not a 5 star is cause the prices are INSANE. $14 on a banh mi, that's legitimately unheard of, especially for the authentic ones they're damn near always only half the price. Anything over $7-$8 (pushing it) usually just screams GENTRIFIED. Although this spot is $14 for a banh mi, I forgive them because gawd da*n those bad bois are delicious. Lemongrass pork is juicy and filled with flavor. The house spread is smothered all across the bread that is just the perfect baguette for banh mis truly. Their bread is definitely fresh as the outside is nice and crispy, but the inside is so soft. Just be prepared to ask for napkins. They only give you one, but you'll need more than that because the juice and sauces leak, and they really pack the sandwiches so everything is just constantly overflowing out after each bite. This spot HITS. read more

Tín On Spear - Grilled Lemongrass Pork Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Banh mi!! Exactly the fix I was looking for! Got the lemongrass pork Bahn mi and it was perfect. You can really taste the lemon grass and it's nice and Smokey. I came here back to back. A lot of people come in and out for pickup. Service is pretty fast during lunch rush. If you tend to burp. You'll def taste this one, in a similar way after shrimp boil. Carry some mints! read more

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Perfect quick lunch spot in edge of FiDi, this will be my new go-to spot for lunch! Unfortunately they don't have any soup noodle dishes, but I loved their noodle bowl! I got Bun Thit Nuong (grilled lemongrass pork) with vermicelli noodles, and was surprised to see how much meat they put in. For $17 (including tip) their portion is so good, especially in SF. The pork was juicy and a little charred, which I liked. Quick service and very welcoming, I'll have to come again to try their other dishes. read more

Tín On Spear - Bun Thit Nuong - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

We tried this place at the recommendation of a friend. Probably wouldn't come all the way out here from Nob Hill without it but we were in the mood for Viet. Mixed results. The banh cuon noodle was far too thick. The bo kho had good flavor but it was a pretty small portion to go with my rice. The bun bo hue was way too spicy though. Basically all I could taste was the spice. The ban xeo was surprisingly good. It's not something easy to get right. It was pretty crispy and had all the fillings that you'd expect. Shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, etc. It was a decent place meal but not worth the trip of the price. Taste: *** Service: *** Ambiance: *** ------------------------------ Mau Restaurant 665 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110 ------------------------------ read more

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TL;DR Get the lemongrass pork!! I love the lemon grass pork rice plate. The pork is sliced thinly and it's grilled SO WELL! It has a great light char and a smokey flavor. And the fermented veggies balance out all the meat! read more

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Consistently outstanding food and service. Fresh ingredients and friendly staff! My favorite lunch spot downtown.

Great low key lunch spot. Tends to get busy around noon so either come early or be prepared to wait. There is indoor seating but it's limited. Their menu is basic but has all the goodies you want to be eating. From the Yelp photos before I think they used to serve noodle soups but now it's mainly banh mis, vermicelli bowls, and rice plates and no more noodle soups. I ordered the bun thit nuong with an added cha gio. Great serving size and very fresh. The noodles were springy and the veggies were plenty. The grilled pork was a little dry but the flavors were fantastic. Taste like something home made in my aunts kitchen. The cha gio is actually made from rice paper instead of egg roll paper and the filling was delicious. Pricing is more expensive than a traditional Vietnamese place but on par with the rest of the restaurants in downtown. I'd come back in a heartbeat. Support your local business and give this place a try! read more

Maus continues to be so yummy after all these years. I've been coming here for years and was sad when they almost closed down for good. I had take out from them during the pandemic and it was so yummy. I cannot wait to go back in person read more

Tín On Spear - 5 Five-spice Chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Always good to have another option in the Mission than good Mexican. Located on Valencia, near the center of the action, Mau is a good option for those who like chargrilled meats and Vietnamese food. Its nothing revolutionary here, just good simple food. The bun was solid and the service friendly, but forgetful. A good option for a quick meal if you have a hankering for something other than a burrito on Valencia. read more

Tín On Spear - Bun with charbroiled shrimp and plenty of toasted shallots at Mau. - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here with friends on a Friday night with no reservation and were seated immediately. Food: I got the Hue rolls and the hu tuei kho! I would recommend the hu tuei for sure because it was a very unique take on dry pho noodles and had a really good mix of savory and slightly sweet sauces! I really enjoyed the way that you could dip noodles in the soup that came with the noodles! Service: Food took maybe 20 minutes to arrive? It was really packed when we went. Ambiance: It's pretty casual but has a more intimate mood lighting! Overall was a pretty standard but good clean Asian place! read more

Tín On Spear - Hue roll - Vietnamese Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Alright, I was hesitant to come here because mediocre, expensive SF food makes me sad. This place was on the more expensive side and I was really against going here, but was convinced. The Bun Bo Hue (BBH) was pretty good and didn't have too much MSG. There's a Viet lady in the back who's making the food and she definitely didn't miss a beat. I could taste the ram in the BBH. The papaya salad was yummy. I'm no expert on this one, but it was good. They put calamari and shrimp on top -- a nice touch to the dish. The Chanh Muoi (lemonade) wasn't the best. It was too sweet for my tastebuds. Overall, if you can afford it, this place is definitely worth a try. I may not be coming back solely based on price. read more

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It's good. One of the nicer places near the office. A little expensive for the quantity and quality though.

When hipster meets Vietnamese food, you get Mau! This means fancy cocktails and a *relatively* expensive food menu. I tried a couple of the dishes here and some are great, while some where pretty average. Depending on when you come to Mau, it can be pretty quiet (when nobody is inside) or it can be REALLY loud. When the restaurant is full of the Mission hipsters at dinner time, it can be pretty hard to have a conversation since the restaurant seems to insulate sound very well. There's a fair amount of seating, but depending on when you come - you may have to wait up to an hour (e.g. prime dinner time on the weekends). Of the dishes that I had, my favorite include the cha ca la vong, and the Hue rolls. The cha ca la vong is a Northern Vietnamese dish that features turmeric/dill catfish - it is served over vermicelli noodles and served with lettuce, picked veggies which you mix with the fermented fish sauce condiment. If you like, you can also ask for regular fish sauce (nuoc mam) which I prefer over the traditional fermented fish sauce. This dish is traditionally served with peanuts (as it is a Mau), so if you have a peanut allergy, I'd ask for the peanuts to not be served with it. This is probably my TOP dish here and it's reasonable at $14 since the portions are BIG. In addition, the Hue rolls (beef with a lot of herbs wrapped in rice skin, with nuoc mam dipping sauce) and are a great appetizer and fairly filling and definitely tasty. Recommend that too. I also had the pho here, which I don't really recommend since it was a bit bland for my taste. However, of the noodles... and to note, my friends really like the Bun Bo Hue here - which I tried their broth and it was quite tasty and had the right amount of kick and spice. Overall, the prices at Mau are more expensive for what you may be used for Vietnamese food. However, Vietnamese food in SF tends to be more expensive due to higher rent/cost of living. So I'm used to paying 10-11$ for a bowl of pho - so $14 for the cha ca la vong with pretty big portions is not too much more. Plus you're also paying for the ambiance and the trendiness of being in the Mission District. I've been coming here for a few years now, and would recommend Mau primarily for the cha ca la vong and Hue rolls dishes. To avoid a wait, I would recommend coming here during off-peak lunch/dinner times - that way it'll be less noisy and you can hear your friends/dates/S.O. while you guys eat. I'll definitely be back for my turmeric catfish here. :) read more