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Quickly - San Francisco
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Quickly at a glance
San Francisco Ingleside
- 🥢 Fusion Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 2 of the guests
#2287 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#14 Fusion Restaurant out of 14 in San Francisco
Average
5.2 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
74
Reviews
43.2%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Popcorn chicken
- Budget deals
- Tea drinks
Frequently criticized
- Poor service
- Unkempt area
- Food inconsistency
The restaurant Quickly is a vibrant fusion spot nestled in San Francisco’s Ingleside neighborhood. When you step inside, you’ll find a casual atmosphere perfect for a relaxed meal.
This eatery offers a diverse menu, including excellent vegan and vegetarian options, alongside quick bites and coffee. Whether you’re looking for lunch or dinner, you can enjoy a delightful culinary journey here.
Overview: Introducting Quickly
Quickly offers a selection of Asian comfort food and drinks, with some patrons finding their popcorn chicken particularly satisfying and appreciating the budget-friendly options available. It’s a spot that caters to those seeking quick, specific cravings.
However, the experience can be quite inconsistent. Concerns frequently arise regarding the overall quality of some food items and the general upkeep of the place.
Service can also be a point of frustration for some visitors.
Average
5.2
out of 10
74
Reviews
43.2%
Satisfaction
33
negative
9
neutral
32
positive
Quickly holds an overall Restaurant Score of 5.2, placing it in the average category. Customer feedback indicates a Customer Satisfaction of 43.2%, suggesting a mixed reception.
This assessment is drawn from 74 customer observations, with 32 positive and 33 negative remarks. Diving deeper into specific aspects, Food (6.2) and Value (6.2) are perceived as average, though food is a major discussion point.
However, Ambience (3.5) and Service (3.3) fall into the poor range, with many comments highlighting issues like a “grimey” atmosphere and staff being too busy or not adhering to stated hours.
What people like
- Praised popcorn chicken
- Budget-friendly deals
- Specific tea drinks
What people don't like
- Inconsistent service experience
- Unkempt dining area
- Variable food quality
If you’re looking for a quick, budget-conscious bite and enjoy specific items like their popcorn chicken or certain bubble teas, Quickly might fit the bill. The Recommendation Score of 5.5 suggests it’s a place with some appeal, but not universally.
However, be prepared for potential inconsistencies in service and a less-than-pristine environment. It’s a spot that could satisfy a specific craving, but it might disappoint if you’re expecting a polished dining experience or reliable operating hours.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Quickly
Food (6.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 89% of the guests
When it comes to food, this spot has some definite bright spots, with 24 positive remarks out of 43 total. Many folks rave about the variety of Asian dessert and comfort food, praising items like their Spam Musubi and the bomb popcorn chicken. The bubble tea also gets a nod for its authentic feel and sealed top, offering a great range of drink options and toppings.
However, the food experience isn't entirely consistent, reflected in an average score of 6.2 and a mixed customer satisfaction of 55.8%. There are 12 negative comments, with some diners disappointed by items like the tamago and soggy fries, or describing the fish as tasting microwaved. Some also felt the boba was of lower quality compared to competitors, and certain waffle snacks were unavailable.
Food
43
Reviews
55%
Satisfaction
12
negative
7
neutral
24
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Great popcorn chicken
- Authentic bubble tea
- Best Spam Musubi
What people don't like
- Avoid tamago dish
- Soggy, microwaved food
- Boba quality inconsistent
Often praised
- popcorn chickentheir popcorn chicken is very good too
- drinksthe drinks are made pretty quick.
- foodone of the best quickly around in the bay area food wise
- Asian dessert and comfort foodappear to sell a variety of Asian dessert and comfort food
- Blueberry Tea with bobaI love their Blueberry Tea with boba
- FoodFood:4
- Nutella Milk TeaLove the Nutella Milk Tea
- Spam MusubiSpam musubi(the best)
- authentic bubble tea feelgives an authentic bubble tea feel I'm used to
- bobamine is boboa or popping boboa
Frequently criticized
- TasteTaste microwaved
- bobaNot even the boba is good
- fishsame with the fish. Taste microwaved
- fish and chipsthe fries were soggy and unsalted, same with the fish
- fish bowl dishesAll the other fish bowl dishes were not appealing
- friesthe fries were soggy and unsalted
- mochi wafflethey didnt have the mochi waffle
- qualitylower quality than most boba places nearby
- regular waffleor the regular waffle
- seaweed wrapNotice how thick the picture is worth a nice seaweed wrap. Not what they served us.
Overall, this spot seems like a mixed bag for food. If you're looking for a quick snack like popcorn chicken or an authentic bubble tea, you might be pleasantly surprised. However, be cautious with certain menu items like tamago or fish, as they seem to be hit-or-miss.
Service (3.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 61% of the guests
When it comes to service, this spot seems to have a few bright moments, with some customers appreciating the way they handle things, like suggesting alternatives when items are sold out. A few folks even noted the service was pretty darn quick! However, with a low score of 3.3 and customer satisfaction at a mere 16.7%, it's clear these positive experiences are unfortunately rare, based on 3 positive remarks out of 18 total.
On the flip side, the service here is definitely a mixed bag, leaning heavily towards needing improvement. Many customers faced issues with phone orders not being taken, long waiting times (one person waited 27 minutes!), and staff being too busy to take orders. There are also serious concerns about staff not adhering to health codes, using the same disposable gloves for food and money, and even reports of threatening behavior and trying to kick customers out before closing time, which are significant red flags.
Service
18
Reviews
16%
Satisfaction
13
negative
2
neutral
3
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Quick service
- Suggests alternatives
What people don't like
- No phone orders
- Long waiting times
- Poor staff conduct
- Health code violations
Often praised
- ServiceService:4
- customer serviceIt was my first time here. I love the way they handle customer service, especially when they are sold out of a product; they try to suggest or give you other options. I love the Nutella Milk Tea and Spam Musubi – they were the best!
- servicethey are pretty darn quick
Frequently criticized
- staffI like the food, but the staff is too busy to take orders. Don't come here if you are very hungry.
- Nobody hereNobody here
- closing timeMy experience at this restaurant was quite negative. The store tries to kick customers out way before their said close time. They do not care if customers are still eating or chatting but are ready to go home.
- customer careThe store tries to kick customers out way before their said close time. They do not care if customers are still eating or chatting but are ready to go home. This lack of consideration for patrons still present is a major issue.
- disposable gloveskeep using the same disposable gloves to serve food and handle money
- health codeemployees don't adhere to the health code whatsoever
- hourstimes they don’t even open or they just operate on their hours
- opening timewhen they say they open at 8:30, to grab some spam musubi
- phone ordersThey do not take phone orders
- take ordersI like the food, but the staff is too busy to take orders. Don't come here if you are very hungry.
If youre looking for reliable, attentive service, you might want to manage your expectations or consider other options. While some find the service quick, the numerous complaints about staff conduct, health code issues, and general lack of customer care suggest its a gamble.
Ambience (3.5 out of 10)
mentioned by 33% of the guests
Alright, lets talk about the vibe! While a couple of folks (2 out of 8 comments) did find the atmosphere okay for a casual hangout, suggesting its a place to come hangout and enjoy a drink, the overall picture isnt sparkling. With a score of just 3.5 and customer satisfaction sitting at a low 25%, its clear the ambience is currently in poor shape.
Unfortunately, the majority of the feedback, with 6 comments, points to significant issues. Guests encountered doors were locked and lights were off, creating an unwelcoming first impression. Inside, there were complaints about the smell of grease, a grimey feel needing a deep clean, and boxes everywhere making the place look cluttered, not to mention an odious man making some feel uncomfortable.
Ambience
8
Reviews
25%
Satisfaction
6
negative
0
neutral
2
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
What people don't like
- Unwelcoming entrance
- Greasy smell
- Grimey feel
Often praised
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:4
- atmospherecome hangout and enjoy a drink
Frequently criticized
- boxesBoxes everywhere looks like a storage/boba spot.
- doors were lockedtheir doors were locked, lights were off
- lights were offtheir doors were locked, lights were off
- odious manoverweight, odious, criminal-looking man lurking within
- placePlace feels "grimey" like it needs a deep cleaning.
- smell of greaseSmell the grease cooking in the back
If youre looking for a welcoming and clean environment, this spot might disappoint. The current ambience issues, from unwelcoming entrances to a grimey feel, suggest its not quite ready for prime time. You might want to hold off until they spruce things up.
Value (6.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 28% of the guests
When it comes to value, this spot offers some real gems! Many folks appreciate the 99 cent deals for iced coffee and milk tea, finding options that truly fit any budget. With 3 positive remarks out of 5 total, it seems many feel they get quite a deal, especially with some items being a steal for just 4.60. However, the overall score for value sits at an average 6.2, with customer satisfaction at a mixed 60%.
Some have noted concerns about cheap food that feels like a last resort, and a few even pointed out that the price on the menu isnt always updated. These 2 negative comments suggest theres room for improvement in consistency.
Value
5
Reviews
60%
Satisfaction
2
negative
0
neutral
3
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Great 99-cent deals
- Options for budgets
- Good value for money
What people don't like
- Food quality cheap
- Menu prices outdated
Often praised
- 99 cent deals99 cent deals for iced coffee and certain flavors of milk tea
- any budgetoptions that fit any budget
- pricequite a deal for 4.60
Frequently criticized
- cheap foodcheap food that should be a last resort
- price on the menuprice on the menu is not updated
If youre looking for specific budget-friendly items like their 99-cent deals, this place could be a good pick. However, be mindful that some find the general food quality to be on the cheaper side, and menu prices might not always be accurate. Its worth a try for a quick, inexpensive fix, but don't expect gourmet value across the board.
How are the prices at Quickly?
On average, you’ll spend around 18 per person – from 2 guests. That puts the restaurant in the $11–$20 category. For a Fusion Restaurant, that’s mid-range, maybe slightly above.
Interestingly, the individual prices reported show a slight spread, with one review in the $11–$20 range and another in the $21–$30 range. While the data is limited to just 2 customers, it gives us a good indication of the pricing.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 2 reviews. While the data is limited, it gives a good indication of the pricing.
How does this restaurant’s value for money compare to similar spots in San Francisco?
Considering its a Fusion Restaurant in San Francisco, an average of 18 per person feels pretty fair. We think it offers a good value for what youre getting, striking a nice balance for diners.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Quickly
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Service Type
- Dine-in
7
Nostalgic Student Days vs. Current Uncertainty
I used to frequent this place often when I was a student, and it was probably one of the best quick eats in the Bay Area food-wise. They offered a wide variety of drinks, with the menu displayed on the wall. However, a lot has changed since then, including new ownership, the introduction of kiosks, and altered hours.
Nowadays, there are times they don't even open or just operate sporadically. I really miss the old days when I could just drop in, hang out, and enjoy a drink along with some delicious popcorn chicken. I hope they return to their normal operating hours like they used to.
- food9
- drinks8
- popcorn chicken9
- hours3
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Delicious Blueberry Tea and Popcorn Chicken
My experience at the restaurant was very positive, especially with their Blueberry Tea with boba, which I absolutely loved. The popcorn chicken was also very good. The overall experience was enhanced by the good food quality, with a rating of 4 for food, and a pleasant atmosphere, also rated 4.
The service was also rated highly at 4.
- Blueberry Tea with boba10
- popcorn chicken8
- Food8
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
5
Greasy Atmosphere, Quick Service
My experience at this restaurant was mixed, leaning towards a 3. 5-star rating. Upon entering, the smell of grease cooking in the back was quite noticeable, impacting the atmosphere.
However, the service was impressively darn quick. I tried the mozzarella sticks as a snack, which were acceptable. Unfortunately, all the other fish bowl dishes were not appealing to my liking.
- service8
- mozzarella sticks6
- smell of grease3
- fish bowl dishes3
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
8
Surprisingly Good Deal for the Price
My experience was surprisingly good. I had the 'ramen' special, which was essentially bland noodle soup with fake pork, a hard-boiled egg, and a generous side of fried chicken bites. It was quite a deal for 4.
60 👍.
- ramen special5
- fried chicken bites7
- price9
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
3
Disappointed by Missing Waffles
My experience was not so bad, but I was expecting the curry fishball to come with rice. Unfortunately, they didn't have the mochi waffle or the regular waffle. I'm confused as to why this location doesn't offer any of the waffle snacks.
- curry fishball5
- mochi waffle2
- regular waffle2
- waffle snacks2
What Quickly offers
Crowd
- Groups
- College students
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Vegan options
- Coffee
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Catering
- Dessert
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What dining options and dietary choices does Quickly offer?
At Quickly, you can enjoy lunch, dinner, and dessert, with catering services also available. The menu thoughtfully includes a variety of vegan and vegetarian options, ensuring there’s something delicious for everyone.
What kind of atmosphere and service can you expect at Quickly in San Francisco?
Quickly provides a casual and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for any occasion. You have the flexibility of dine-in, takeout, or delivery service. The restaurant is also good for kids and offers wheelchair accessible entrance.
What is the overall customer sentiment for Quickly?
Quickly has an overall Restaurant Score of 5.2 and a Customer Satisfaction of 43.2%, indicating a mixed reception. While Food (6.2) and Value (6.2) are average, Ambience (3.5) and Service (3.3) scores are lower.
Are there any particular food items that stand out at Quickly?
Customers often praise the popcorn chicken and specific drinks like Blueberry Tea with boba and Nutella Milk Tea. However, some find other items like fish and chips to be of lower quality.
What are the main concerns customers have about Quickly?
Key concerns include inconsistent service, such as staff being too busy or kicking customers out early, and the ambience, with descriptions of the place feeling “grimey” or having boxes everywhere.