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Chaa Roen Pohn - Reviews

1241 Vicente St, 94312 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
171

Reviews

81.3%

Satisfaction

18

negative

14

neutral

139

positive

What people say about Chaa Roen Pohn

Price per Person
  • $71–$80
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
jio C.
Review date: 08/28/2025
3
Disappointing Flavors and Textures
My experience at this restaurant was largely disappointing due to the food quality. The Beef Pad See Ew and Pineapple Fried Rice were bland. The Papaya Salad had an unpleasant texture because the slices were too thick and irregularly cut. To top it off, the Mango Sticky Rice was served with an unripe mango, which was a significant letdown. While the service and atmosphere received decent ratings, the core of the dining experience – the food – fell short.
  • Service6
  • Atmosphere7
  • Food6
  • Beef Pad See Ew2
  • Pineapple Fried Rice2
  • Papaya Salad3
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Family
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Liz C.
Review date: 07/14/2025
9
Authentic Flavors and Great Neighborhood Spot
This is a great neighborhood place with authentic flavors. I visited for a quick late afternoon weekend lunch and was pleasantly surprised by the open yet cozy space. I had heard about the food from reviews and from my mom, who doesn't give out compliments easily. The service was attentive and the dishes came out quickly. The restaurant was full with a lot of to-go business. Other diners had delicious-looking plates, and everyone seemed happy and full. We enjoyed the Pad Thai, fried rice, and wonton noodle soup. My son loved the rice, and the Pad Thai was particularly delicious – perfectly cooked noodles and not overly sauced. The key is the sauce, and the flavors were spot on. The soup was subtle and soothing. There were so many other dishes I wanted to try, so I will definitely be back to try the Lao dishes. I'm glad to have such a great place in this neighborhood.
  • authentic flavors10
  • open yet cozy space9
  • service9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Monica C.
Review date: 06/30/2025
10
Delicious food, great service, and value!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The service was lovely, and the food was delicious. I particularly enjoyed the papaya salad, shrimp rolls, and pad see ew. The pricing was also really great, with about $50 for four dishes feeding a table of three. Overall, it was a 10/10 experience!
  • service10
  • food10
  • papaya salad10
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Jeffrey L.
Review date: 06/13/2025
9
Delicious Thai & Laoian Comfort Food
My experience at this neighborhood comfort food restaurant, specializing in Thai and Laoian cuisine, was wonderful. The interior is modern and comfortable, with tasteful Asian accents. The service was friendly, warm, and hospitable, and dishes arrived in a reasonable time. Each dish was colorful and looked absolutely delicious, featuring rich flavors and fresh vegetables. Every bite was a treat for my mouth. The reviewer recommended the Khao Soi and noted free street parking with plenty of space. The wait time was non-existent, and the atmosphere and food were rated 4 out of 5, with service rated a perfect 5. The restaurant is also up-to-date with wheelchair accessibility.
  • interior8
  • service10
  • dishes9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Family
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Shen F.
Review date: 05/11/2025
9
Great Neighborhood Spot - Tasty Food!
My experience at this great neighborhood restaurant was fantastic. The food was tasty and lived up to expectations without any unnecessary hype. I was impressed with the food presentation, flavor, and portion size, as all were on point. The service was also a highlight, being both pleasant and efficient.
  • food9
  • food presentation9
  • flavor9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Shannon T.
Review date: 05/04/2025
8
Flavorful Dishes with a Broth Quibble
My experience at the restaurant involved trying two distinct dishes. I ordered the Khao Soi, which had good flavor but unfortunately not enough broth. It was on the thicker side, bordering on sauce-like. I ended up adding water to thin it out and increase the broth quantity. The dish also had an expected spice level, so it might not be ideal for those preferring non-spicy options. My friend enjoyed the beef noodle soup with flat rice noodles, finding it flavorful with tender meat. I would visit again to explore more of their menu. Additionally, I appreciated the cozy and relaxing space. The background music choice was interesting though 😆.
  • Khao Soi6
  • spice5
  • beef noodle soup8
  • broth4
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Nate L.
Review date: 04/26/2025
9
Authentic Thai/Laos Gem
My experience at this small neighborhood spot was wonderful. The food was delicious, offering an authentic Thai/Laos style. I was also impressed by the friendly staff. I will definitely be back to try more.
  • food8
  • staff9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
alvin C.
Review date: 04/19/2025
10
Exceptional Thai & Laotian Flavors
My experience at this Thai restaurant was truly outstanding, setting it apart from others. What makes this place special is the combination of house-made hot sauce, fresh house-made noodles, and two unique flavor profiles from both Thai and Laotian dishes. The chef's awesome wok skills were evident throughout the meal. I particularly enjoyed the Thai dishes: - Koh Moo Yang (5/5): Very tender, and the house-made hot sauce is a MUST dip. - Tom Yum Noodle Soup (5/5): Very fragrant and flavorful, though I wished it was a bit spicier for my personal preference. - Pad See Ew (5/5): Not overly sweet and had that desirable "Wok-Hei" (smoky aroma from the wok). - Khao Soi (4/5): The curry broth was delicious, but I would skip the chicken pieces next time. From the Laotian dishes: - Mhok Pla (5/5): A delightful Laotian version of fish amok, with similar flavors to the Cambodian version but less curry powder. While I wished it was a little spicier, the flavor was a solid 5/5. - Kao Piak (5/5): This is essentially Laos chicken noodle soup, featuring thick, chewy house-made noodles and chicken broth. The service, atmosphere, and food all received a perfect 5/5 rating.
  • house-made hot sauce10
  • fresh house-made noodles10
  • awesome wok skills10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Harry H.
Review date: 03/31/2025
8
Cozy Neighborhood Spot for Lao/Thai
This is a great neighborhood spot for Lao/Thai food. We enjoyed the crispy rice salad and the Tom Yum noodle soup. The soup was particularly comforting on a gray day and was good in flavor. The service was great.
  • crispy rice salad7
  • Tom Yum noodle soup8
  • flavor8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Bonnie
Review date: 02/17/2025
9
Delicious Khao Soi, Will Return!
I decided to get takeout because I was feeling lazy and had a craving for Thai food. I remembered seeing Chaa Roen Pohn on Eater and bookmarked it for a future visit. I'm so glad I tried it today! I ordered the Khao Soi, and I will definitely be coming back to try all the other noodle and rice dishes!
  • Khao Soi10
  • noodle and rice dishes9

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