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Gourmet Delight B.B.Q - San Francisco
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Gourmet Delight B.B.Q at a glance
San Francisco Chinatown
- 🥡 Chinese Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 16 of the guests
#2179 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#250 Chinese Restaurant out of 276 in San Francisco
Average
5.9 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
109
Reviews
54.1%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Friendly staff
- Tasty BBQ
- Affordable pricing
Frequently criticized
- Dirty premises
- Inconsistent quality
- Language barrier
The restaurant Gourmet Delight B. B.
Q. is a Chinese Restaurant located in the vibrant Chinatown neighborhood of San Francisco.
You’ll find a casual atmosphere perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed dinner. This spot is known for its delicious small plates, offering a taste of authentic Chinese cuisine right in the heart of the city.
Overview: Introducting Gourmet Delight B.B.Q
Gourmet Delight B. B.
Q offers a mixed experience, often praised for its friendly service and delicious food that many locals appreciate. You’ll find a selection of Chinese-style BBQ items that hit the mark for many, often at a good price point.
However, some patrons have raised concerns regarding the overall ambience , noting an unclean interior and issues that suggest a lack of attention to detail. While the food receives positive remarks, there are also mentions of inconsistencies that might temper expectations for a consistently high-quality meal.
Average
5.9
out of 10
109
Reviews
54.1%
Satisfaction
42
negative
8
neutral
59
positive
The restaurant holds an overall score of 5.9 out of 10, placing it in the average category, which aligns with a mixed customer satisfaction rate of 54.1% . This indicates that while many diners leave content, a notable portion have reservations about their experience.
The feedback is based on 109 customer remarks, with 59 positive and 42 negative observations. Delving into specifics, Service stands out with a good score (7.2), reflecting the positive interactions customers have.
Food (5.9) is rated as average, suggesting some dishes are well-received while others fall short. Both Value (5.1) and Ambience (4.9) also land in the average range, indicating areas where the restaurant could improve to enhance the overall dining experience.
What people like
- Friendly, kind service
- Delicious BBQ dishes
- Good price point
What people don't like
- Unclean dining area
- Questionable food quality
- Communication barrier
If you prioritize friendly service and are looking for a casual spot with decent Chinese BBQ, Gourmet Delight B. B.
Q could be worth a visit. Just be prepared for a no-frills setting and potentially inconsistent food quality, as reflected by its 6.1 recommendation score.
This establishment might not be for everyone, especially if a pristine dining environment or guaranteed culinary excellence are top priorities. It seems best suited for those seeking a quick, affordable meal where the staff’s warmth can make up for other shortcomings.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Gourmet Delight B.B.Q
Food (5.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 100% of the guests
When it comes to the food, it seems like theres a lot to love, with a 5.9 score indicating its generally average, and a 56.5% customer satisfaction suggesting a mixed but leaning positive experience. Out of 69 comments, 39 were positive, praising delicious BBQ, generous portion sizes, and tasty roast duck and Dim Sum. Many found the food delicious and satisfying.
However, not everyone had a stellar meal, with 28 negative remarks highlighting concerns about inconsistent food quality and bland taste. Some found dishes like noodles and eggplants cold, or the duck greasy, with unfortunate mentions of feathers on chicken. There were also complaints about poor meat cuts and feeling uncomfortable after eating.
Food
69
Reviews
56%
Satisfaction
28
negative
2
neutral
39
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious BBQ
- Generous portions
- Tasty roast duck
What people don't like
- Inconsistent quality
- Bland taste
- Feathers on chicken
Often praised
- foodThe food is delicioussssss🤩🤩
- portion sizeA heads-up: they only accept cash, so be sure to bring some with you. The food was delicioussssss🤩🤩 and the portions were massive. I ordered the cha siu with duck and veggies, and the portion of rice was also very hefty.
- roast duckTheir roast duck is also damn good
- 2 item combo8 bucks for chowmein, fried rice and 2 item combo
- BBQbest bbq I ever had
- Chinese style foodexcellent Chinese style food
- Dim SumGood location to try Dim Sum.
- FoodFood:5
- Peking duckmost delicious Peking duck
- bbq porkmy go-to spot for bbq pork
Frequently criticized
- food qualitythey gave me some day old leftover overnight chicken wings
- noodlesAfter I ate noodles I feel very uncomfortable on my stomach
- riceI got sweet and sour chicken and asked for some rice. Then I saw the entire box was filled with rice. (The bottom part of the styrofoam box was completely topped off) To add insult to injury the guy then added vegetables without asking and made it seem like he was doing me a favor.
- Chinese foodhope for Chinese food
- Chinese restaurantsone of if not the worst Chinese restaurants
- chickenhad a bunch of feathers on it still
- chicken wingsthey gave me some day old leftover overnight chicken wings
- dishesordered 3 dishes and one rice
- duckduck was so greasy
- eggplantsnodle and eggplants were cold
If you're in the mood for some BBQ, roast duck, or Dim Sum and appreciate generous portions, this spot might be worth a try. Just be aware that the food quality can be a bit of a mixed bag, so manage your expectations.
Service (7.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 48% of the guests
When it comes to service, many customers have had genuinely positive experiences! With a solid score of 7.2, indicating a good overall impression, the staff , owner , and even the butcher are frequently praised for being friendly and kind . People often mention very friendly staff, super nice and kind to our kids, and one even noted the owner fed me a nice platter for free, based on 11 positive remarks.
However, customer satisfaction sits at a more mixed 61.1%, suggesting some areas could use attention. Among the 4 negative remarks, concerns arose about the owner s hygiene, with one mentioning they "did not wash his hands. " There were also language barrier issues, as "they didnt speak much English, " and perceived dishonesty or unsolicited additions to orders.
Service
18
Reviews
61%
Satisfaction
4
negative
3
neutral
11
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly, kind staff
- Owner can be generous
- Easy ordering process
What people don't like
- Owner hygiene concerns
- Language barrier exists
- Perceived dishonest owner
Often praised
- staffwomen working there all seem so genuinely sweet
- ServiceService:5
- StaffStaff was super nice and so kind to our kids
- butcherThe butcher is super freaking nice
- friendly servicefriendly service
- ordering processEasy to point at the food, order, pay, leave
- ownerThe owner fed me a nice platter for free
- peopleNice people
- serviceFriendly service
- workersVery nice workers
Frequently criticized
- EnglishThey didn't speak much English
- bossThe boss is dishonest
- ownerPlease for the love of god do not get your roast duck here. The owner did not wash his hands after handling money and the duck was so greasy. Get your roast duck from Duk Hing.
- serviceThen I saw the entire box was filled with rice. (The bottom part of the styrofoam box was completely topped off) To add insult to injury the guy then added vegetables without asking and made it seem like he was doing me a favor. Then finally he added a little bit of the ACTUAL THING I ordered.
If youre looking for genuinely friendly staff and a kind owner, this place often delivers a good experience. However, be mindful of potential communication issues or specific concerns some customers have raised, especially regarding the owners practices.
Ambience (4.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 28% of the guests
The ambience here gets an average 4.9 score, yet customer satisfaction sits at a rather poor 25%. Some folks appreciate the general Atmosphere and note that So many locals frequent the place, suggesting a certain community vibe. These positive sentiments come from 2 out of 8 total comments.
However, the overall vibe seems to be a mixed bag. Several comments, accounting for 3 mentions, describe it as a Very sleazy establishment with an unclean store interior. Concerns about flies were also raised, indicating significant issues with cleanliness and general upkeep.
Ambience
8
Reviews
25%
Satisfaction
3
negative
3
neutral
2
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Local atmosphere
- Community vibe
What people don't like
- Sleazy establishment
- Unclean interior
- Flies present
Often praised
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:5
- localsSo many locals in here
Frequently criticized
- establishmentVery sleazy establishment
- fliesat least 20 flies chilling there
- store interiorStore interior is not even clean
If youre looking for a lively local spot and can overlook some serious cleanliness issues, you might find the atmosphere okay. However, with low customer satisfaction and concerns about a "sleazy establishment" and "flies, " its probably best to manage your expectations or consider other options.
Value (5.1 out of 10)
mentioned by 45% of the guests
When it comes to value, many customers found some real gems, with 7 positive opinions highlighting things like cheap and good price for tasty food. Several folks even called it a steal or excellent value, appreciating that the value is pretty good for what they received. However, the picture isn't entirely rosy, with an equal 7 negative opinions.
The overall score for value sits at an average 5.1, and customer satisfaction is a rather mixed 50%. Some felt it was a scam due to high per pound price or forced purchase situations, suggesting you might find better value elsewhere.
Value
14
Reviews
50%
Satisfaction
7
negative
0
neutral
7
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Excellent value
- Good price
- Very reasonable
What people don't like
- Felt like scam
- High per-pound price
- Forced purchases
Often praised
- priceThe workers are very nice, and the Chinese style food is outstanding. What's even better is the good price. It's a place where locals go, and it remains the same great spot it has always been.
- valuethe value is pretty good
- cheapfood are tasty and cheap
Frequently criticized
- valueThen finally he added a little bit of the ACTUAL THING I ordered. If you are just visiting San Francisco go somewhere else with better value. This place was such a scam I felt like I had to write my first review ever.
- forced purchaseforce us to purchase 14 instead of 6
- moneyThe store's interior was also not clean. If you value your money and your stomach, and are hoping for decent Chinese food, please avoid this place at all costs.
- per pound priceper pound price for the roast pork was rather high
- priceforced me to pay for 20$
- scamIf you are just visiting San Francisco go somewhere else with better value. This place was such a scam I felt like I had to write my first review ever.
This place seems to be a real gamble on value. If you catch it on a good day, you might find some genuinely cheap and excellent value food. But be warned, theres a significant chance you could feel like youre getting a scam or facing forced purchases, so proceed with caution.
How are the prices at Gourmet Delight B.B.Q?
On average, you’ll spend around 19 per person – based on what 16 guests told us. That places this Chinese Restaurant squarely in the $11–$20 category. For San Francisco, that’s a pretty sweet spot, comfortably mid-range.
While most folks land in this price bracket, we also see some great budget-friendly choices and even a few who splurge for a more premium meal.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 16 reviews.
Comparing value for money against similar restaurants in San Francisco.
Overall, we think the pricing feels quite fair for a Chinese Restaurant in San Francisco. It offers a good balance, catering to both everyday meals and those times you want to treat yourself a little.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Gourmet Delight B.B.Q
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Lunch
2
Day-old chicken wings served in the morning
I would advise against visiting this restaurant before 11 am. My experience involved purchasing salt and pepper chicken wings, only to discover upon returning home that they were stale, day-old leftovers from the previous night. It appears they reheated unsold chicken wings from the night before and served them in the morning.
- chicken wings1
- food quality1
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Dinner
10
Long-time Favorite Chinese Takeout
My experience at this restaurant has been consistently excellent for over 30 years. The workers are very nice, and the Chinese style food is outstanding. What's even better is the good price.
It's a place where locals go, and it remains the same great spot it has always been. It's important to note that it's take out only, with no tables available.
- workers10
- Chinese style food10
- price9
Visit Type
- Tourist Experience
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Chinatown Dim Sum Gem
My experience at Gourmet Delight was great. This cute little shop specializes in delicious plates of dim sum, noodles, and roast duck. It's clearly a popular spot with so many locals.
We walked in to check out the place while exploring Chinatown in downtown San Francisco. The process was easy: point at the food, order, pay, and leave.
- dim sum8
- noodles8
- roast duck8
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
2
Disappointing Roast Duck Experience
Please for the love of god do not get your roast duck here. The owner did not wash his hands after handling money and the duck was so greasy. Get your roast duck from Duk Hing.
I wanted to go there but it was closed early. Lesson learned ðŸ˜
- roast duck2
- owner1
- duck2
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
6
Good Value Roast Duck, A Bit Greasy
My experience at the restaurant was decent. The roast duck was a bit on the greasier side, but the value is pretty good. Overall, it was a satisfactory lunch experience.
- roast duck5
- value7
What Gourmet Delight B.B.Q offers
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
Offerings
- Small plates
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What kind of dining experience can you expect at Gourmet Delight B.B.Q.?
At Gourmet Delight B.B.Q., you’ll find a casual atmosphere perfect for both lunch and dinner. You can enjoy a quick bite or explore their selection of small plates. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, this Chinese restaurant in San Francisco’s Chinatown offers a relaxed setting for your meal.
Does Gourmet Delight B.B.Q. offer accessibility and options for families?
Yes, Gourmet Delight B.B.Q. is designed to be welcoming for everyone. The restaurant features a wheelchair accessible entrance, ensuring ease of access. It’s also considered good for kids, making it a great choice for families looking to enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine in Chinatown.
What is the overall customer sentiment for Gourmet Delight B.B.Q?
Gourmet Delight B.B.Q has an overall score of 5.9 out of 10, indicating an average experience. Service is good (7.2), while Food (5.9), Value (5.1), and Ambience (4.9) are rated as average.
What kind of food can I expect at Gourmet Delight B.B.Q?
Customers frequently mention Chinese-style BBQ, including roast duck and BBQ pork. Some also note options like dim sum and combo plates with chow mein and fried rice.
Are there any common complaints about the restaurant?
Yes, some customers have expressed concerns about the cleanliness of the interior, issues with food quality such as greasy items or day-old leftovers, and occasional communication difficulties with staff.