Mission District, San Francisco County · San Francisco
1270 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110
Playful Mission Thai restaurant known for bold, spicy dishes like crispy rice salad, papaya salad, and jungle curry, set in a disco-ball-lit pink and purple dining room.
Haven't been here myself — came recommended from someone I trust.
Vibrant West Portal Thai room decked out in '70s Thai movie posters, leaning into boat noodles, khao soi, duck curry, and fried papaya salad. Walk-in waitlist only.
Modern Thai eatery on Geary from siblings raised by a longtime Thai chef, with spice-forward dishes like tum pon la mai fruit salad and a rich tom kha in a warm, upscale-casual room.
Tiny SoMa spot serving Vietnamese and Chinese comfort food, known for its clay pot dishes, pho, and rice plates at reasonable prices.
Modern Chinese restaurant in Hayes Valley from chef James Yeun Leong Parry, reimagining Cantonese cooking with dim sum-inspired small plates and a playful tasting menu.
Compact, colorful restaurant featuring Thai street food & cocktails, with vegan options.