Highlights
- Great tea selection
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Citrus Club - San Francisco
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Citrus Club at a glance
San Francisco Haight-Ashbury
- 🍜 Asian Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $21–$30
mentioned by 39 of the guests
#1238 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#11 Asian Restaurant out of 22 in San Francisco
Good
7.4 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
353
Reviews
74.2%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Delicious food
- Affordable pricing
Frequently criticized
- Hygiene issues
- Service inconsistencies
The restaurant Citrus Club invites you to discover a delightful Asian dining experience right in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. You’ll find a cozy and casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a leisurely dinner.
A standout feature you’ll appreciate is their great tea selection, offering a perfect complement to your meal. This spot truly captures the essence of local charm with fantastic flavors.
Overview: Introducting Citrus Club
Citrus Club presents a varied dining experience. Many patrons commend the generous portions and overall consistency of their meals, often finding them to be a good value.
However, some feedback points to concerns regarding hygiene and the general atmosphere, which can impact the visit. While the food itself is frequently praised for its flavors and substantial size, there are occasional comments about specific dishes.
Service can be a strong point, with many highlighting the attentive staff , though some have reported slower service or order mix-ups.
Good
7.4
out of 10
353
Reviews
74.2%
Satisfaction
73
negative
18
neutral
262
positive
Overall, Citrus Club earns a solid 7.4 score, reflecting a generally positive experience for many diners. Customer satisfaction also stands at a respectable 74.2% , indicating that most visitors leave content.
These figures are drawn from a substantial 353 customer remarks, with 262 positive observations outweighing 73 negative ones, suggesting a favorable consensus. Diving deeper, Food leads the way with a strong (7.5), frequently praised for its quality and generous portions.
Ambience (7.3) also contributes positively, offering a pleasant setting. Both Service (7.2) and Value (7.2) maintain good scores, suggesting that while not standout, they generally meet expectations, providing a balanced experience across the board.
What people like
- Delicious, generous food
- Attentive, friendly staff
- Affordable pricing
What people don't like
- Inconsistent dish quality
- Occasional slow service
- Hygiene concerns
With a 7.6 recommendation score, Citrus Club is generally worth considering, especially if you prioritize flavorful, generously portioned food at a reasonable cost. It offers a casual spot where the culinary experience often shines through, making it a solid choice for a satisfying meal.
However, be mindful of potential service delays or occasional inconsistencies in dish quality, and some have noted concerns about cleanliness. If you can overlook these minor drawbacks, Citrus Club can deliver a good meal, but temper expectations for a flawless experience.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Citrus Club
Food (7.5 out of 10)
mentioned by 96% of the guests
Diners generally rave about the food, with a 7.5 score indicating a good culinary experience and 74.9% customer satisfaction. Many of the 173 positive comments highlight the delicious food, generous portions, and flavorful soup options, including great vegan options. Guests often find the meals satisfying and freshly prepared.
However, not all experiences are perfect, with 47 negative remarks out of 231 total mentions pointing to some inconsistencies. Concerns include bland broth and salty chicken, with some finding the pho to be mediocre or noodles having an off texture. A few also noted raw vegetables in their dishes.
Food
231
Reviews
74%
Satisfaction
47
negative
11
neutral
173
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious, flavorful food
- Generous portion sizes
- Excellent vegan options
What people don't like
- Inconsistent pho quality
- Bland broth reported
- Salty chicken noted
Often praised
- foodThis is a simple and humble restaurant with amazing and delicious food. We ate at many restaurants on the West Coast during our trip, and in my opinion, this is the best of them all.
- portionsThis has been one of my favorite spots for years! The restaurant offers reasonably priced meals with very generous portions, making it ideal for sharing. I love starting with a big soup and then enjoying an appetizer or two.
- portionThis is possibly my favorite place to eat in the Haight area. Their menu has several options depending on what you are in the mood for, but the wok-tossed noodles are always delicious and generously portioned, especially if you dine in. They also reheat well so you can get a couple meals out of a single order.
- noodlesThe noodles and wontons were all hand made and quite delicious.
- portion sizeI had the Burmese coconut noodle plate, and it was exactly everything I was hoping it would be. The excellent flavors and portion size were impressive. It was also reasonably priced, and the great service made the meal even better.
- avocado spring rollavocado spring roll with peanut sauce is also amazing
- avocado spring rollstheir avocado spring rolls last time and they are seriously the best spring rolls
- bahn miI've been ordering from here for a long time and finally tried their bahn mi the other day. It's one of the best I've ever had. I got the shrimp bahn mi, but I suspect they are all amazing.
- chicken noodle soupHad chicken noodle soup (pho)
- consistencyIf you want a fairly priced, large, delicious meal; this is the place to go. It may not be as fancy as some options, but it is always very consistent, fairly fast, and never regrettable.
Frequently criticized
- noodles5 meals. However, the dishes were heavy on the noodles and light on other ingredients. One dish's sauce was spicy and pretty flavorful, but the other was surprisingly bland.
- chickenthe chicken is very Salty. It feels like I just ate a spoon full of salt
- phothe pho delivered by Citrus Club is so utterly foul
- BBQ tofu spring rollThe BBQ tofu spring roll is not good
- Pad ThaiWorst Pad Thai I’ve ever had.
- Pho-Ha-Noi Beef Noodle SoupPho-Ha-Noi Beef Noodle Soup to be severely mid
- amount of meatamount of meat you got
- beefslices of overcooked gray beef
- beef pho brothbeef pho broth tastes like store bought stock
- broththe broth—thin dishwater with absolutely no depth
If you're looking for generous portions of generally delicious and flavorful Asian dishes, especially soups and noodles, this spot is worth a try. Just be aware that some specific items, like certain pho or chicken dishes, might occasionally miss the mark on flavor or texture.
Service (7.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 51% of the guests
When it comes to service, this place generally hits the mark! With a solid score of 7.2 and a customer satisfaction rate of 71.2%, its clear many guests appreciate the experience. Out of 59 opinions, 42 highlight the friendly demeanor of the staff, their attention to detail, and often mention fast service, even praising an honest crew for going above and beyond.
However, not every experience is perfect. About 15 opinions point to some areas needing improvement, such as occasional long waits for food, issues with orders getting messed up in the kitchen, and sometimes encountering poor management or staff with an attitude problem. These instances suggest theres still room to smooth out the rough edges.
Service
59
Reviews
71%
Satisfaction
15
negative
2
neutral
42
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Fast service
- Attentive service
What people don't like
- Long wait times
- Order errors
- Rude management
Often praised
- serviceThe excellent flavors and portion size were impressive. It was also reasonably priced, and the great service made the meal even better.
- staffFirst of all, I want to say that the food was great, absolutely! Just like the staff. Only with the hygiene, I think it faltered a bit.
- serverthe server was super nice and very professional
- Lucathere was a really sweet kid name Luca he was soo nice
- attention to detailIncredible attention to detail on my pickup order.
- camera bagone of the managers hid it away until I realized it was missing
- communicate the errorMy server was incredibly nice and apologetic because the kitchen messed up my order. I'm honestly grateful that she was aware enough and considerate enough to communicate the error with me openly instead of just letting me sit and wait. I'm looking at the menu now and seeing a lot of items I'd like to try out, probably everything on the menu!
- cook stayed lateOne of the cooks even stayed late so I could pick it up
- fast serviceFast service
- friendly demeanorserved us with a friendly demeanor
Frequently criticized
- servicethe service was very slow
- orderThey messed up our order too
- Citrus Club staffCitrus Club staff refused to take responsibility
- Doordashthey have done nothing
- attitude problemshe has an attitude problem
- kid waiterthis kid waiter gave me chicken teriyaki!
- kitchen messed upConsidering the current economic climate, I'm only spending money if it's worth it financially, and I essentially spent $10 on dinner and $10 on breakfast – that's how big these servings are. My server was incredibly nice and apologetic because the kitchen messed up my order. I'm honestly grateful that she was aware enough and considerate enough to communicate the error with me openly instead of just letting me sit and wait.
- managementsuch poor management and service.
- manager ladythe manager lady was very rude and disrespectful
- order prepthe order prep is a bit long
If youre looking for a spot with generally friendly and attentive staff, youll likely have a good experience here. Just be aware that there might be occasional hiccups with wait times or order accuracy. It's worth a try, especially if you value good people over absolute perfection.
Ambience (7.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 37% of the guests
This spot generally nails the atmosphere, boasting a good score of 7.3 and a solid 70.7% customer satisfaction! Many of the 29 positive comments highlight the chill atmosphere, good music, and even the cleanliness, creating an intimate dining experience with great vibes, including options for outdoor dining. However, not everyone is completely won over.
Among the 7 negative opinions, some folks mentioned a weird smell and concerns about hygiene, specifically regarding the toilet. A few also felt the place was a bit sad or too dark, suggesting the lighting could use an adjustment for a better ambiance.
Ambience
41
Reviews
70%
Satisfaction
7
negative
5
neutral
29
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Chill atmosphere
- Clean environment
- Good music
What people don't like
- Unpleasant smell
- Poor toilet hygiene
- Dim lighting
Often praised
- atmosphereThis place has clearly been a long-standing favorite for a reason. They offer great portions, fast service, and a chill atmosphere.
- ambianceGreat ambiance
- bar seatinggood ‘bar’ seating
- bathroomClean bathroom
- best place everBEST PLACE EVER
- cool areain a cool area
- good vibeIt has a good vibe to it
- hole in the wallclassic example of a hole in the wall that comes WAY more correct
- intimate dining experiencejust a really nice intimate dining experience
- little spotThis is a great little spot
Frequently criticized
- atmosphereit’s just a bit sad in there
- hygieneJust like the staff. Only with the hygiene, I think it faltered a bit. The toilet was a disaster and the place was really super dark.
- lightingLighting could be adjusted to create a better ambiance
- placeOnly with the hygiene, I think it faltered a bit. The toilet was a disaster and the place was really super dark. We had a really great pho soup.
- toiletOnly with the hygiene, I think it faltered a bit. The toilet was a disaster and the place was really super dark. We had a really great pho soup.
- upscale jointcomes WAY more correct than an upscale joint
- weird smellIt smells weird
If youre looking for a place with a generally good vibe, clean spaces, and a chill atmosphere, youll likely enjoy it. Just be aware that a few guests have noted issues with a strange smell or dim lighting, which might be a minor drawback for some.
Value (7.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 25% of the guests
When it comes to value, this spot generally hits the mark! Many customers rave about the food being priced right, offering good price for generous portions, and being an affordable place overall. With 18 positive remarks, its clear that most diners feel they get their moneys worth, contributing to a good customer satisfaction of 81.8%.
However, its not universally seen as a budget haven. A few, 4 to be exact, mentioned its not quite cheap eats as some might expect, with some feeling the price for certain dishes was a bit high or overpriced. The overall score for value sits at a solid 7.2, indicating a generally positive but not perfect experience.
Value
22
Reviews
81%
Satisfaction
4
negative
0
neutral
18
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Reasonably priced food
- Generous portions
- Affordable city option
What people don't like
- Some items overpriced
- Not always cheap
Often praised
- priceThe staff is always very friendly and attentive, even if you opt to sit in their outdoor patio area. If you want a fairly priced, large, delicious meal; this is the place to go. It may not be as fancy as some options, but it is always very consistent, fairly fast, and never regrettable.
- price per personThe garlic beef and shitake mushroom noodle bowl was absolutely perfect. I dined in for dinner, and the price per person was between $10–20.
- pricesThe prices are resonable for a place in the city
- PricesPrices low for city location.
- affordableYummy and affordable
- affordable placesuper yummy and affordable place to eat
- beer pricesReasonable beer prices
- cheapCheap too
- good pricegood food at a good price
- pricedReasonably priced
Frequently criticized
- priceseemed a little overpriced
- cheap eatsdon't go here thinking you're getting "cheap eats", cause this place ain't cheap
If you're looking for a place where you generally get good portions for a fair price, especially considering its city location, this spot is definitely worth a try. While a few items might feel a bit steep, the overall consensus points to a satisfying and affordable dining experience.
How are the prices at Citrus Club?
You’re looking at roughly 24$ per person – reported by 39 diners. That puts it in the $21–$30 category. For an Asian Restaurant, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
While the average is 24$, it’s interesting to note that a larger group of diners (22 out of 39) actually spend in the $11–$20 range, indicating a nice mix of options from more budget-friendly to slightly more premium.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 39 reviews.
How this restaurant’s value for money stacks up against similar spots in San Francisco.
Overall, we think the pricing feels quite fair for an Asian restaurant in San Francisco, especially with the variety of price points available. You can likely find something delicious no matter your budget!
Customer Reviews: what people think about Citrus Club
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
10
Amazing Food and Service!
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely fantastic. The teriyaki chicken and garlic noodles were absurdly good. Everything was amazing, with great portions for a good price.
The people who work there are super nice. I love it here!
- teriyaki chicken10
- garlic noodles10
- portions9
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
8
Good Pho, Decent Place
My experience at this restaurant was decent; it's not a fancy establishment. I tried the Pho, which was good stuff! The quantity was also quite generous, offering a lot of food for around $22.
The food received a high rating of 5, and the service and atmosphere were rated a 4.
- Pho9
- quantity8
- food10
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
9
Fresh Tastes and Big Portions
My experience at the restaurant was really good. The portions were big, and everything tasted fresh. I had the Tofu Bahn Mi and Chili glazed Tofu Noodles, and I can recommend both!
- portions9
- food taste10
- Tofu Bahn Mi9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
10
A True SF Culinary Dream!
As someone who grew up in San Francisco, the thought of this place closing down is my actual nightmare. My life's dream is to discover the recipe for their hot & sour vegetable noodle soup with tofu, especially since I now live out of state. The food here is a perfect 5/5, and the atmosphere is a solid 4/5.
I'm also impressed with the service, rated at 5/5, and the price per person is reasonable at $10–20.
- hot & sour vegetable noodle soup with tofu10
- food10
- atmosphere8
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Noise Level
- Moderate
9
A Long-Time Favorite for Generous Portions
This has been one of my favorite spots for years! The restaurant offers reasonably priced meals with very generous portions, making it ideal for sharing. I love starting with a big soup and then enjoying an appetizer or two.
You truly can’t go wrong with any of the veggie soups. The atmosphere and service were both excellent, rated 5/5, and the food also received a 5/5. It's a great place for dinner, with a moderate noise level.
- portions9
- veggie soups10
- price8
What Citrus Club offers
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
- Groups
- College students
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Kids' menu
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Vegan options
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Coffee
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian options
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Catering
- Table service
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Parking
- Free street parking
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Casual
FAQs
What service and accessibility options does Citrus Club offer?
At Citrus Club, you can enjoy flexible service options including dine-in, takeout, and delivery. The restaurant is fully wheelchair accessible, featuring an accessible entrance, seating, and restroom, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests. You’ll also find free street parking available nearby.
Does Citrus Club cater to specific dietary needs and when can I dine?
Yes, Citrus Club offers a wide range of options to suit various dietary preferences, including healthy options, vegan options, and vegetarian options. You can enjoy their delicious Asian cuisine for lunch or dinner, with late-night food also available. Catering services are also offered for your special events.
How does Citrus Club rate overall, and what are its key strengths?
Citrus Club holds a solid overall score of 7.4 with 74.2% customer satisfaction. Its strongest aspect is Food (7.5), followed by Ambience (7.3), Service (7.2), and Value (7.2), indicating a generally positive dining experience.
What can I expect from the food at Citrus Club?
Customers frequently praise the food for its delicious flavors and generous portions , particularly the noodles and bahn mi . However, some opinions mention specific dishes like chicken being salty or pho being disappointing, suggesting some inconsistency.
What is the service and atmosphere like at Citrus Club?
The staff often receives commendation for being friendly and attentive, with some experiencing fast service . Yet, there are reports of occasional slow service or order errors. The ambience is generally described as having a good vibe , though some concerns about hygiene and a weird smell have been noted.