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Golden Flower - Reviews
667 Jackson St, 94113 San Francisco
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- $11–$20
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- Casual Outing
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
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Cockroach Nightmare Ruined Dinner
My experience at this restaurant was extremely unpleasant due to a severe pest problem. While waiting and eating, we observed multiple large cockroaches roaming the floor, some of which were capable of flying. We unfortunately ignored the initial warning signs and later witnessed a cockroach land on our Vietnamese spring roll at our table.
We paid and left immediately. The food quality was just okay, not as good as a previous visit a couple of years ago, and notably, there were no cockroaches then. The atmosphere was rated very low, likely due to the infestation.
- food quality5
- Service5
- cockroaches1
- atmosphere1
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
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Dishonest Coffee Sale, Disappointing Experience
I inquired about dripping coffee before placing my order. I was told they had it and paid $6 USD. However, I was given instant coffee, which costs less than 50 cents per bag.
As a coffee drinker, the coffee provided was total trash. This was a very dishonest sale. I feel outrageously disappointed, not just for myself but for the reputation of the Vietnamese community.
With many other food options available, returning here is out of the question. You should be ashamed of this practice.
- plenty of food7
- dripping coffee1
- instant coffee1
- dishonest sale1
Price per Person
- $21–$30
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- Casual Outing
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- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Delicious Food, Cozy Atmosphere
My experience at the restaurant was very positive. The portions were delicious and large. We had no wait for a Sunday night walk-in.
I ordered the large beef pho and found it yummy, though it had too much noodle; I'll opt for a smaller size with extra meat and broth next time. The vegetarian salad was refreshing, offering a sweet and sour crunch with peanuts. They serve oolong tea by default, which was a bit bland.
The interior was cozy, and the staff were friendly 😌.
- portions9
- wait10
- beef pho9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Quick Meal
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- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
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- Dine-in
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- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Tasty, Fast, and Friendly - Great Value!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The food was incredibly tasty, fresh, and served fast, all at an affordable price. While it's a no frills establishment, the aunties serving were genuinely friendly.
We will absolutely come here again.
- food10
- fresh food9
- fast service9
Price per Person
- $31–$40
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
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- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Wholesome Food and Homey Feel
I stumbled across this place and had a truly wholesome experience. The food was very good, and the "pepper pig apron lady" is a legend! It genuinely feels like being home 🏠.
- food9
- pepper pig apron lady10
- feels like being home10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Casual Outing
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
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- Quiet
9
Delicious Food, Welcoming Late-Night Service!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The food was absolutely DELICIOUS! Despite arriving late, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcomed us in.
Our waiter was quick, ensuring we were well taken care of. The atmosphere was also great, rated a 5, and the noise level was quiet, making it easy to talk. ♡
- food10
- staff10
- waiter9
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Long (31+ min.)
2
Slow service, bad habits
My experience at this restaurant was marked by very slow service. The reception staff, specifically an older woman, exhibited bad habits and was not pleasant when asked questions.
- service2
- reception1
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- Food Exploration
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- Dine-in
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- Dinner
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Disappointing Meal and Service
My experience at this restaurant was largely negative. I ordered the lemongrass chicken, which I rated 2/10, finding it to be 75% onion and dry chicken. The spring rolls I received were actually rice paper rolls, described as very average and chewy with a 5/10 rating.
I also ordered more hot spring rolls, which were extremely oily and received a 2/10. The lemonade was so sweet it was like syrup and undrinkable. The beef with ginger was edible, scoring a 5/10.
Additionally, our waiter did not speak English. I would advise others to avoid this place.
- beef with ginger5
- lemongrass chicken2
- spring rolls5
- hot spring rolls2
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- Regular Visit
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- Couple
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- Couple
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- Dine-in
8
Sweet People, Good Pho
My boyfriend and I frequently visit Golden Flower after vacations when we miss Asian food, or for a comforting bowl of pho on a cold day. The restaurant is run by the sweetest people, and the meals remind me of those cooked by my grandparents – simple and made with love. I usually order the flame broiled pork vermicelli bowl with imperial rolls, while my boyfriend always gets the pho xe lua.
The pho is rated an 8. 5/10, the imperial rolls a 9/10, and the vermicelli bowl an 8. 5/10 (it would be a 9/10 with more pork).
While the food isn't "to die for, " the incredibly sweet staff truly make up for it.
- sweetest people10
- pho9
- imperial rolls9
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Family Dinner
Group Type
- Family
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Great Food, Excellent Service!
My experience at this restaurant was overwhelmingly positive. Despite the exterior not being particularly appealing, the interior revealed a great family restaurant. The food was of really high quality, and the service was exceptional, with the waitress being incredibly nice and ensuring customer satisfaction.
I absolutely recommend this place and will definitely be coming back.
- waitress10
- family restaurant8
- food quality10
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