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TL's Kitchen - San Francisco
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TL's Kitchen at a glance
San Francisco South of Market
- 🍕 Pizzeria
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 46 of the guests
#2301 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#102 Pizzeria out of 115 in San Francisco
Average
5.1 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
150
Reviews
43.3%
Satisfaction
Often praised
Frequently criticized
The restaurant TL’s Kitchen, a popular pizzeria in San Francisco’s vibrant South of Market neighborhood, welcomes you with a casual atmosphere. You’ll find this spot perfect for a quick bite, especially if you’re craving delicious late-night food.
With a focus on fresh ingredients and diverse options, it’s a go-to for locals and visitors alike seeking quality pizza and more.
Overview: Introducting TL's Kitchen
Average
5.1
out of 10
150
Reviews
43.3%
Satisfaction
78
negative
7
neutral
65
positive
What people like
What people don't like
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Verdict: Our expert take on TL's Kitchen
Food (5.7 out of 10)
mentioned by 95% of the guests
Lets dive into the food! Many customers rave about the fresh, juicy chicken and generous portions. The perfectly prepared, crunchy breading and amazing halal fried chicken frequently earn high praise, along with tasty sides and honey biscuits.
With 48 positive remarks among 93 total comments, its clear there are some definite culinary wins, contributing to an overall food score of 5.7. However, it's not all sunshine and fried chicken. Some experiences mention overcooked shrimp, hard biscuits, or incorrect orders.
Concerns about food quality and food poisoning also pop up, with some noting dry chicken or an unpleasant fishy taste from chicken cooked in fish grease. These 41 negative comments contribute to a mixed 51.6% customer satisfaction, suggesting room for improvement.
Food
93
Reviews
51%
Satisfaction
41
negative
4
neutral
48
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Fresh, juicy chicken
- Generous portions
- Crunchy breading
What people don't like
- Inconsistent food quality
- Food safety concerns
- Dry chicken
Often praised
- chickenMove over Chick-fil-A, KFC and anywhere else! This place has FRESH juicy delicious chicken at all hours. I came here in between clubs/parties while out in SF and randomly found this place.
- foodthe food is delicious
- fried chickengreat spot for amazing take out fried chicken
- portions👌I ordered a basic 4 piece meal with potato wedges. It came with a biscuit and giant portions. I asked for ranch dressing.
- potato wedgesLoved their potato wedges
- 3 piece chicken meallike the 3 piece chicken meal
- Halalpointed out to me which chicken he knew for a fact was Halal
- Halal KFCIf you want to have Halal KFC, this is the place.
- Phillyrecommend the Philly it’s so good
- Red Beans and RiceRed Beans and Rice was excellent!
Frequently criticized
- chickenchicken was cooked well, juicy and packed with flavor but also packed with salt
- foodyour food will be hard and dry
- food poisoningI was proper poorly. We're talking full-on food poisoning.
- biscuitsI ordered the fried Cajun fish 2 pieces combo and Cajun chicken tenders 4 pieces with biscuits for Uber Eats. Instead, I only received the chicken tenders, no biscuits, and no fish pieces. I called the number for the location, but it was incorrect or not updated.
- chicken tenderschicken tenders and it’s very very dry and extremely chewy
- Cajun chicken tenders 4 piecesonly chicken tenders
- biscuitThe biscuit was also hard
- burnt cheeseburgergot a terrible burnt cheeseburger instead
- chicken cooked in fish greasechicken cooked in fish Grease
- chicken wingsChicken wings were huge more like baby turkey wings
If youre craving some potentially great fried chicken and dont mind a bit of a gamble, it might be worth a try for those standout items. Just be aware that consistency can be an issue, so manage your expectations, especially regarding order accuracy and overall food quality.
Service (4.7 out of 10)
mentioned by 65% of the guests
When it comes to service, there are definitely some shining moments! Many customers have praised the super sweet and very friendly interactions, highlighting Young ladies and staff for their great hospitality and excellent customer service. With 14 positive remarks out of 40 total, it's clear that many appreciate the humble n polite and professional staff who are often on point.
However, the overall picture is a bit of a mixed bag, leaning towards caution. While the service scores an average 4.7, customer satisfaction is a poor 35%, with 23 negative comments. Issues include order mistakes, unfriendly employees, and serious hygiene concerns like food packed without washing hands.
There are also complaints about poor accountability from the owner and incorrect information for online orders.
Service
40
Reviews
35%
Satisfaction
23
negative
3
neutral
14
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Excellent service
- Great hospitality
What people don't like
- Incorrect orders
- Poor accountability
- Hygiene concerns
Often praised
- customer serviceI always come here on my lunch break and it’s always a great place to eat at. They are nice and the customer service is very excellent.
- serviceThank you so much for your service
- staffI had to share it with everyone to help finish it while hot and fresh. The staff was very professional, location was clean, and it had a good flow of customers, even at 4 AM. I discovered another location in Oakland on Fruitvale Ave and I WILL try that one out as well.
- Young ladies2 Young ladies were at front counter interacting with customers. They were very friendly
- gentleman behind the countergentleman behind the counter pointed out to me which chicken he knew for a fact was Halal
- hospitalitygreat hospitality
- order takersthe guys that take your order are very very nice and very considerate
- peoplegreat people
- restaurant staffit's really nice because they have all their food ready to go
- serverThe server is nice.
Frequently criticized
- serviceI called the number for the location, but it was incorrect or not updated. I am dissatisfied with the service and them for taking my money. Never again!
- Servicedidn't tell me until I got there
- accountabilitydisgusting how you the owner would blame the customer instead of taking accountability
- bagcheck the bag
- characterYour response has shown me your terrible character.
- closed doors experiencesFrustration of closed doors experiences determined my review
- closing timestill had 10 minutes to closing time
- dine in optionsBut they don't have dine in options.
- employeesemployees to be a little bit friendlier
- employees proper supportlacking your employees proper support would be beneficial
While some customers experience excellent and friendly service, the high number of negative reports, especially regarding order accuracy and staff accountability, makes it a gamble. If you decide to go, be sure to double-check your order and manage your expectations for consistency.
Ambience (3.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 19% of the guests
When it comes to ambience, there are a few bright spots, with some customers appreciating the clean color: green; >location and the great color: green; >energy, even at early hours. However, with a score of just 3.4, which is considered poor, and a low customer satisfaction of 22.2%, it's clear these positive remarks are in the minority, based on 2 positive comments out of 9 total remarks. On the flip side, the overall sentiment leans heavily negative, with 7 critical comments highlighting significant concerns.
Many found issues with the general color: red; >hygiene, noting a lack of color: red; >sanitized places and even mentioning terrible color: red; >food hygiene practices. Additionally, practical matters like finding a color: red; >place to sit and challenging color: red; >parking were frequently brought up, suggesting a less-than-ideal environment for many.
Ambience
9
Reviews
22%
Satisfaction
7
negative
0
neutral
2
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Clean location
- Great energy
What people don't like
- Poor hygiene
- No seating
- Bad parking
Often praised
- energygreat energy
- locationI had to share it with everyone to help finish it while hot and fresh. The staff was very professional, location was clean, and it had a good flow of customers, even at 4 AM. I discovered another location in Oakland on Fruitvale Ave and I WILL try that one out as well.
Frequently criticized
- cash countertouch all over the places around the cash counter
- food hygiene practicesThey have terrible food hygiene practices.
- hygienethe hygiene of the gaff looked like something out of a horror film
- parkingI discovered another location in Oakland on Fruitvale Ave and I WILL try that one out as well. It's walk-in friendly, and parking is how all SF parking is: illegally double park or circle the block a gazillion times. It is wheel chair accessible and the menu is limited.
- place to sitNo place to sit tho
- point of viewGood job 👍. To be fair, I'm sure it was a bad time and they were simply out of things, but I gotta say, it looked bad from my point of view.
- sanitized placesreally bad sanitized places
If youre looking for a vibrant spot with good energy and dont mind standing or a bit of a hunt for parking, you might find something to like. However, be prepared for potential hygiene issues and a generally uninviting atmosphere, as the overall experience for ambience is quite low.
Value (2.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 22% of the guests
Looking at the value, theres one small bright spot that customers appreciate: they take EBT. This is highlighted as "the best part" by one customer, offering a glimmer of accessibility. This single positive comment, however, is a rare find among 8 total remarks.
Unfortunately, the overall picture for value is quite bleak, reflected in a poor score of just 2.6 and customer satisfaction at a mere 12.5%. Many feel the "prices are atrocious, " with complaints about being "charged" too much and the "price of chicken" being "way too high. " These sentiments, including feeling "dissatisfied" and that its a waste, dominate the 7 negative opinions.
Value
8
Reviews
12%
Satisfaction
7
negative
0
neutral
1
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Accepts EBT
What people don't like
- High prices
- Poor value
Often praised
- take EBTthe best part is they take EBT
Frequently criticized
- chargeWill charge you for what you ordered
- compensateddidn't get compensated for everything I ordered
- pricePaid 31.00 for shrimp
- price of chickenthe price of the chicken is way too high
- pricesthe prices are atrocious
- taking my moneyI called the number for the location, but it was incorrect or not updated. I am dissatisfied with the service and them for taking my money. Never again!
- waste of $20a waste of 20$
If you're prioritizing value, this spot might disappoint due to consistently high prices and poor perceived worth. While they do accept EBT, which is a plus for some, be prepared for potential dissatisfaction with what you get for your money.
How are the prices at TL's Kitchen?
You’re looking at roughly 19 per person – reported by 46 diners. That puts it in the $11–$20 category. For a Pizzeria, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
Looking at the spread, most diners spend within this $11–$20 range, though there are a few options for both cheaper and slightly more premium experiences.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 46 reviews.
How this Pizzeria’s value for money compares to similar spots in San Francisco.
We think the pricing here feels pretty fair for a Pizzeria in San Francisco. Youre getting a solid mid-range option that wont break the bank for a casual meal.
Customer Reviews: what people think about TL's Kitchen
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
3
Krispy Krunchy Chicken Sandwich Disappointment
My experience at the restaurant involved ordering the Krispy Krunchy Chicken sandwich. While the chicken itself was fine and tasty, the portion was surprisingly small, consisting of only one chicken tender. It felt like they didn't even try with the presentation or quantity.
- chicken itself7
- one chicken tender2
- portion2
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Amazing Crunchy Chicken & Service!
My experience at this place in San Francisco on Eddy Street was absolutely amazing. The crunchy chicken was fantastic, and the customer service was on point. The best part is that they take EBT.
- crunchy chicken10
- customer service10
- take EBT9
Price per Person
- $1–$10
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
9
Excellent Service and Delicious Philly!
My experience at the restaurant was very positive, primarily due to the very good customer service. The food was also so good, and I would particularly recommend the Philly, which is enhanced by the special sauce it comes with.
- customer service9
- food8
- Philly9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Dine-in
Noise Level
- Quiet
10
Great Place, Great Food, Great People!
My experience at this restaurant was overwhelmingly positive. The food was excellent, and the hospitality and people created a wonderful atmosphere. The energy of the place was great, making it a very enjoyable visit.
I will definitely be coming back here.
- food10
- hospitality10
- people10
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
1
Dreadful Food and Hygiene - Avoid!
I normally don't bother with reviews, but the food I had here was so utterly dreadful, I felt it was my civic duty to give you a heads-up. About six hours after eating, I was proper poorly with full-on food poisoning. The chicken was drier than the Sahara, and the hygiene of the place looked like something out of a horror film.
I've never felt so rough thanks to some dodgy nosh. Steer well clear unless you fancy a day or two hugging the porcelain. It's absolutely minging and will have you feeling the opposite of right as rain.
- chicken1
- hygiene1
- food poisoning1
What TL's Kitchen offers
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Kids' menu
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Solo dining
- Lunch
Offerings
- Late-night food
- Vegan options
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Vegetarian options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Catering
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Takeout
- Delivery
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Paid street parking
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What dining options are available at TL's Kitchen?
At TL’s Kitchen, you can enjoy a meal throughout the day, with options for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. They also offer catering services for your events and comfortable seating for your dining pleasure. Don’t forget to check out their dessert menu too!
Does TL's Kitchen cater to specific dietary needs or families with children?
Yes, TL’s Kitchen is very accommodating! You’ll find excellent vegan and vegetarian options, as well as halal food. For families, it’s good for kids, providing a dedicated kids’ menu and high chairs to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience for your little ones.