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Los Kuyas - San Francisco
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Los Kuyas at a glance
San Francisco Stonestown
- 🇵🇭 Filipino Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 23 of the guests
#2195 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#15 Filipino Restaurant out of 15 in San Francisco
Average
5.8 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
200
Reviews
53%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Ambience
- Affordable
- Tacos
Frequently criticized
- Poor Service
- Inconsistent Food
- Extra Charges
The restaurant Los Kuyas invites you to experience authentic Filipino flavors right in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Stonestown neighborhood. You’ll discover a casual Filipino restaurant perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed dinner.
Their menu features an array of delicious small plates, ideal for sharing and exploring the rich culinary traditions. Whether you’re looking for lunch or dinner, this spot offers a welcoming atmosphere.
Overview: Introducting Los Kuyas
Los Kuyas presents a mixed bag for diners. Many find the offerings quite affordable, especially with various deals, and some praise the quick service.
Certain dishes are consistently well-received, making it a tempting spot for a casual bite. However, the experience is often marred by issues with customer service.
Reports of staff being rude or inattentive are frequent, which can overshadow the positive aspects of the food and value.
Average
5.8
out of 10
200
Reviews
53%
Satisfaction
78
negative
16
neutral
106
positive
Los Kuyas holds an overall score of 5.8 out of 10, placing it squarely in the average category. Customer satisfaction also sits at a mixed 53%, indicating that while some patrons leave content, a significant portion has reservations.
This assessment is drawn from 200 customer opinions, with 106 positive remarks and 78 negative ones. Looking closer, Ambience stands out with a strong (9) score, suggesting a pleasant environment.
However, Service (3.8) is a clear weak point, frequently mentioned in negative feedback. Food (6.2) and Value (6.2) both hover around average, indicating some hits and misses in these crucial areas.
What people like
- Enjoyable Ambience
- Affordable Deals
- Flavorful Tacos
What people don't like
- Poor Customer Service
- Inconsistent Food Quality
- Extra Charges
Los Kuyas offers a casual dining experience with some appealing aspects, particularly if you’re seeking good value and a pleasant setting. The 6.2 recommendation score suggests it’s worth considering, especially for specific menu items.
However, be prepared for potential inconsistencies in both food quality and service. If you prioritize a smooth, friendly interaction and consistent dishes, you might find the experience a bit hit-or-miss.
It could be a good spot for a quick, affordable meal if expectations are managed.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Los Kuyas
Food (6.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 96% of the guests
When it comes to the food here, it's a bit of a mixed bag, with an overall score of an average 6.2 and customer satisfaction sitting at a mixed 59.5%. Many customers, accounting for 75 positive remarks out of 126 total, rave about the flavorful tacos, especially the sisig and bistek, and the generous super burritos. The unique Filipino fusion, fresh flavors, and good seasoning often get high praise.
However, 40 negative comments highlight some areas for improvement. Some found the portion sizes, particularly for tacos, to be surprisingly small, and others noted a significant lack of flavor or inconsistent food quality. Issues like dry meat, unseasoned rice, or even sour salsa were mentioned, suggesting that not every dish hits the mark.
Food
126
Reviews
59%
Satisfaction
40
negative
11
neutral
75
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Flavorful fusion tacos
- Generous burrito portions
- Good seasoning, fresh flavors
What people don't like
- Inconsistent food quality
- Small taco portions
- Lack of flavor
Often praised
- foodIt's a shame that these people have such poor customer service as their tacos are really good. I used to come here all the time, and they were always pretty much rude, but I ignored it because their food is good and affordable. They would chop tomatoes and chat to each other while I waited for them to hand me the tacos they just called out.
- tacosThe order took about 15 minutes, and it wasn't too busy, though more people arrived later. Once I got home, we were really impressed with the tacos! My favorite were the longanisa tacos, but I thought the chicken and sisig tacos were still good.
- sisig tacosOnce I got home, we were really impressed with the tacos! My favorite were the longanisa tacos, but I thought the chicken and sisig tacos were still good. The chicken tacos were quite spicy.
- burritoI had the burrito with 2 types of pork
- longanisa tacosI thought the longanisa tacos were really flavorful and not dry.
- sisigUnlike traditional sisig, theirs is made from Pork Belly. For me it was perfect
- 3 TacosThe 3 Tacos with different types of meat I chose was yummy
- Bistek tacosWe enjoyed the first 3 more than the rest
- Classic Steak burrito with guacClassic Steak burrito with guac 👌
- Filipino foodFinally Filipino food near me
Frequently criticized
- foodMy experience at this restaurant was marked by decent prices, but the food was mediocre overall. Beyond the food, the service was rude and the wait times were long.
- food qualitydisappointing, primarily due to the food quality
- tacosThe smallest tacos I have ever seen
- burritogiven a cheese and bean burrito
- meatMeat tasted soggy and was mediocre
- ricethe rice that I was forced to order to pay with CC
- sisig tacostheir sisig tacos. They were 3 inches across with a sprinkle of ground beef, not sisig.
- Longanisathe sausage was dry, bland, and lacked any discernible seasoning
- Longanisa tacosThe Longanisa tacos were a particular disappointment
- beansthey probably don’t soak their beans
If you're looking for creative Filipino fusion tacos and burritos with bold flavors, this spot might be worth a try. However, be aware that some dishes can be inconsistent in flavor and portion size, so choose wisely.
Service (3.8 out of 10)
mentioned by 46% of the guests
Despite some challenges, a few customers had a genuinely positive experience, praising the friendly people and quick service. Some even called it a TOP NOTCH experience, highlighting the welcoming vibe from the guys working the truck, based on the 10 positive comments received. However, the overall sentiment leans heavily negative, reflected in a poor score of 3.8 and customer satisfaction at just 25.6%.
Many of the 28 negative comments highlight significant issues like rude behavior, a lack of customer service skills, and an unhelpful attitude from the staff, often leading to frustrating wait times.
Service
39
Reviews
25%
Satisfaction
28
negative
1
neutral
10
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Quick service
What people don't like
- Rude staff
- Poor customer service
- Long wait times
Often praised
- experienceit’s been a TOP NOTCH experience!
- peopleThe people were friendly
- servicela que tomas las ordena una señorita muy noble
- Great serviceThe mix of the two cultures is really amazing because a lot of the flavors work well together, like the (Filipino) tocino tacos and ube horchata. Great service and fun time.
- everyoneThey offer a surprisingly good fusion of cuisines. The prices are very affordable, and everyone is very friendly. I encourage you to get out there and support this restaurant!
- guys working the truckGreat guys working the truck
- quick serviceThe pricing and quick service are unbeatable.
Frequently criticized
- serviceI ordered from these guys and they took my money and never said anything, especially during a pandemic. I would advise against going here.
- customer serviceIt's a shame that these people have such poor customer service as their tacos are really good. I used to come here all the time, and they were always pretty much rude, but I ignored it because their food is good and affordable.
- Servicethey don’t have ice
- attitudethe person assisting me had an attitude
- changethey didnt even have change
- chop tomatoeschop tomatoes and chat to each other while you wait
- customer14 cents she owed me. It's crazy to think that the customer would be shorted money. Unfortunately, if I do come again, my first thought will be of how poor customer service is.
- customer service skillsNow today, it's 50 cents. They just lack customer service skills.
- customer treatmentI followed up the next day for another attempt and received no response. I guess some businesses aren't good, and this is how customers are treated. I went to SENIOR SIGS instead, and it's been a TOP NOTCH experience!
- extra salsaasked for an extra salsa and they didn't want to give it to me
When it comes to service, this spot seems to be a real gamble. While some find the staff friendly and the service quick, many others report a consistently poor experience. If you value good customer interaction, you might want to proceed with caution or be prepared for potential frustration.
Ambience (9 out of 10)
mentioned by 7% of the guests
It sounds like the vibe here is absolutely top-notch! Guests consistently rave about the clean space and enjoyable atmosphere, with many calling it one of their fav spots in the area. With an excellent score of 9 and a perfect 100% customer satisfaction, its clear the ambiance is a major draw, based on 3 glowing observations.
Whats even better? There were absolutely no negative comments about the ambiance among these observations. It seems the restaurant has truly nailed the overall feel, leaving patrons with nothing but positive impressions of their surroundings.
Ambience
3
Reviews
100%
Satisfaction
0
negative
0
neutral
3
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Clean space
- Enjoyable atmosphere
What people don't like
Often praised
- atmosphereThe atmosphere was also enjoyable
- fav spotsOne of my fav spots in the area.
- spacethe space was clean
Frequently criticized
No complaints so far.
If youre looking for a place with a fantastic vibe, this spot is definitely worth checking out. The consistently clean and enjoyable atmosphere, coupled with excellent satisfaction, means you can expect a great experience. Its clearly a standout for its ambiance!
Value (6.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 57% of the guests
When it comes to value, this spot has some real bright spots! Many diners rave about the affordable prices and great deals, especially highlighting the 3 tacos for $5 deal and Taco Tuesdays as a steal. With 18 positive opinions out of 32 total, its clear many feel their money is well spent here, finding the pricing quite reasonable.
However, the picture isnt entirely rosy. Some customers found the value for money lacking, with concerns about high prices for what they received, even calling it a rip off. Issues like a $7 minimum and having to pay for hot sauce contributed to 10 negative opinions, leading to an average score of 6.2 and a mixed customer satisfaction of 56.3%.
Value
32
Reviews
56%
Satisfaction
10
negative
4
neutral
18
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Affordable deals
- Reasonable pricing
- Great value
What people don't like
- Hidden costs
- Poor value
- Feeling ripped off
Often praised
- pricesMy experience at this restaurant was marked by decent prices, but the food was mediocre overall. Beyond the food, the service was rude and the wait times were long.
- priceMy experience at this restaurant was great! I had some pretty good street style tacos loaded with sisig for $5. I'm not sure why previous reviewers were complaining about the taco size when it literally says street tacos on the menu.
- pricingThe pricing and quick service are unbeatable.
- $1 a taco deal$1 a taco deal on tuesdays
- 3 tacos for $5 dealI was really interested in the 3 tacos for $5 deal.
- Taco TuesdaysIt was my first time trying Los Kuyas, and we happened to visit on a Tuesday for their $1 Taco Tuesdays! We tried the Longanisa, Tocino, Bistek, Sisig, and Chicken tacos.
- affordableIt's a shame that these people have such poor customer service as their tacos are really good. I used to come here all the time, and they were always pretty much rude, but I ignored it because their food is good and affordable. They would chop tomatoes and chat to each other while I waited for them to hand me the tacos they just called out.
- dealAt 3 for $5 is a killer deal
- moneyMy experience at the restaurant was truly D'-Fawkn-Licious😁🤤! Although the food was out of my comfort zone, it was money well spent. It's a shame they don't have a spot in Sacramento because I would truly send lots of people their way!
- reasonableMy experience at the restaurant was great! I tried the 3 Tacos with different types of meat, and they were yummy & reasonable. The horchata with Ube was also good.
Frequently criticized
- $5 for 3 street tacosyou get what you pay for painful lessons
- $7 minimuma bit shady that they have $5 tacos and then require a $7 minimum
- dollarDespite the fact that it was only $1. 00 on Tuesdays, I felt it was not worth my dollar. Sorry.
- hot saucepay for hot sauce. 50 cents per tiny hot sauce container
- moneyNot worth the money
- money takenI ordered from these guys and they took my money and never said anything, especially during a pandemic. I would advise against going here.
- pricestill paid the same price as if it had meat
- rip offthe place was a rip off even at a sub $10 price point
- valuedifficult to see the value offered
- value for moneypaid for a regular burrito but with no meat (still paid the same price as if it had meat)
Ultimately, your experience with value here depends on how you play it. If youre looking for a great deal, especially on "Taco Tuesdays, " youll likely find it very affordable and worth your money. But if you're not careful about specials or extras, you might find the overall value a bit disappointing.
How are the prices at Los Kuyas?
You’re looking at roughly 12 per person – reported by 23 diners. That puts it in the $11–$20 category. For a Filipino Restaurant in San Francisco, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
Most diners spend in the $1–$10 or $11–$20 ranges, showing a nice mix of budget-friendly and slightly more substantial options.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 23 reviews.
A comparison of value for money at this restaurant versus similar spots in San Francisco.
Overall, we think the pricing feels quite fair for a Filipino restaurant in San Francisco. It offers good value, especially with options available across different price points.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Los Kuyas
Price per Person
- $1–$10
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Noise Level
- Moderate
8
Juicy Tacos and Huge Burritos
This was my first time at Los Kuyas. My taco was juicy and the veggies were fresh on corn tortillas. The super burrito was huge, though I didn't take any pictures.
- taco8
- veggies8
- corn tortillas7
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
8
Good Food, Occasional Stock Issues
My experience at this restaurant was largely positive, centered around the great food they serve. They really try their best to accommodate your topping requests. While I understand some people may not be fans of fusion cuisine, I found this place to be one of the few that does it pretty decently.
The only downside I encountered was that they sometimes run out of certain items on their menu. Despite this, I don't understand the poor reviews, as they consistently make good food.
- food9
- toppings8
- fusion places7
- menu items4
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Delivery
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Fantastic Burrito Near Golden Gate Bridge!
My experience at the food truck near the Golden Gate Bridge was fantastic. I was initially planning to grab some fast food for my road trip home, but I spotted this food truck and decided to turn around for lunch. I was very happy I did.
I got the Classic Steak burrito with guac 👌, and it was great. The fresh flavors were evident, and the steak was seasoned well – it was so good! I was glad to get some real food for my trip home.
- Classic Steak burrito with guac10
- fresh flavors9
- steak9
Price per Person
- $1–$10
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
2
Salty Food, Poor Service, Lacking Value
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. The taco was overly salty and unexciting. Furthermore, the service was unsatisfactory, and there needs to be more focus on the quality of service provided.
Additionally, it is difficult to see the value offered.
- taco2
- service2
- value3
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Delicious Sisig and Bisteak Tacos
I had an experience at the restaurant's Taco Truck at the Mexipino Festival in San Leandro. I absolutely loved the sisig tacos and wished I had ordered two or three more. Their sisig, made from pork belly, was perfect in a taco for unctuous heaven.
I also enjoyed the bisteak tacos, which were also not traditional but perfect in a taco. However, I don't like sweet flavors, so I would pass on the longanisa or tocino tacos. Regardless, I will seek them out at the next festival or when I am in Stonestown.
- sisig tacos10
- sisig9
- bisteak tacos9
- longanisa tacos3
- tocino tacos3
What Los Kuyas offers
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Small plates
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What kind of dining experience can you expect at Los Kuyas?
At Los Kuyas, you can enjoy a casual Filipino dining experience, perfect for both lunch and dinner. They offer a selection of small plates and quick bites, making it easy to sample various dishes. You can choose to dine-in, get takeout, or have your meal delivered.
Are there convenient options for families and accessibility at Los Kuyas?
Yes, Los Kuyas is good for kids, making it a family-friendly destination. Additionally, the restaurant ensures accessibility for all guests with a wheelchair accessible entrance, providing a comfortable experience for everyone.
What is the overall standing of Los Kuyas?
Los Kuyas has an overall score of 5.8 out of 10, with customer satisfaction at 53%. While the Ambience scores well at 9, Food and Value are average at 6.2 each, and Service is a notable weak point at 3.8.
Are there any good deals at Los Kuyas?
Yes, many customers appreciate the affordable pricing and specific deals like “3 tacos for $5” or “$1 a taco deal” on certain days, finding them to be good value.
How is the customer service at Los Kuyas?
Customer service at Los Kuyas receives mixed feedback, with a low score of 3.8. While some experiences mention friendly staff and quick service, there are frequent reports of rude interactions and inattentiveness.