Taishan Cuisine - Reviews

My experience at this restaurant was disappointing. I felt shortchanged as the promised pound of fish and pound of rice turned out to be mostly rice, with very little fish. It felt like I could barely get one bite of fish for every five bites of rice. Additionally, the whole place reeks of smoke, which significantly detracted from the dining experience. I would advise others to avoid this establishment.

As a Taishanese, I found the food here to be not only authentic but incredibly delicious, easily one of the best meals I've had in SF recently. The Yellow eel rice was phenomenal, perfectly crispy and well-seasoned. The Roasted chicken was wonderfully juicy and moist. I also enjoyed the hearty and clean-tasting Clam taro soup and the well-cooked, tasty Beancurd morning glory. Even the spicy fish in chili oil, made with crisp grass carp, was surprisingly fresh and good for a non-Cantonese dish. The atmosphere and interior might be unassuming and unrenovated, but the food is dank! I would definitely come back with my Taishanese parents.

My experience involved ordering 3 sets of dumplings over the phone. Upon arrival, the staff member was immediately rude. When I went to pick up the food, I received a strange look. As I began to check the bag to ensure everything was correct, she yelled, “ITS THREE ORDERS”. Furthermore, the dumplings themselves were just mid.

I saw the advertisement on the red note, which prompted us to drive all the way from San Jose. Unfortunately, I was so disappointed. The food tasted very bad. We ordered the eel rice, and it was so fishy with oily rice. We couldn't eat it; I just had a few bites and wasted it. I don't understand why this restaurant has such a high rating, but it's certainly not worthy.

My experience at this old family restaurant was underwhelming. The food was so-so. The clay pot chicken, which I assumed was a signature dish, arrived in a metal pot and was tough. The lamb on rice appeared generous with a lot of rice, but it was actually a half portion of lamb. To make matters worse, the dim sum appetizers were served 10 minutes after the main dishes, and no tea was offered. While the family running the place was nice, the overall dining experience was negatively impacted by the food quality and service timing.

I can totally understand why this is a beloved spot for many. I love that they are opened till 3 AM. The reviews are true; they are a little rude to you, but honestly, I think that's part of the charm. That said, the food just isn't that good.

My experience at this restaurant was centered around authentic Chinese food from the Taishan region. If you’re looking for standard dishes like orange chicken, this might not be the place. The review mentions "bad service" but frames it as part of the charm of authentic Asian dining, noting that the service was still "p good imo. " The reviewer emphasizes that patrons are there for the flavors and not for excessive attention or hand-holding.

My experience at this restaurant was the sketchiest I've ever encountered. I ordered the pork ball dumplings, and what came out was not what I expected or wanted to see. The overall ratings for Service, Atmosphere, and Food were all a 1.

My experience at the restaurant was outstanding! The food was exceptional, especially the Egg White Fried Rice, which was the best I've ever had. The staff worked very hard and cooked fast, contributing to a great experience. A word of caution: be careful, as the portions are LARGE! Overall, a fantastic dining experience with top-notch food and efficient service.

This was my second visit to this restaurant. My first experience had very good food, but the service and atmosphere were not great. On this second visit, the lady was RUDE. I ordered Wonton Noodle Soup and Green Onion Pancakes. The pancake was good, but the soup was AWFUL, with no flavor and tasted like water. When I asked to exchange the soup, I was told "No change! " The lady then brought pepper and soy sauce. I tried adding them, but it didn't improve the soup. I suggest saving your money and trying a different restaurant, especially since San Francisco has many places with better food and service. Now I understand why the restaurant is open so late – to lure in hungry, unsuspecting diners.