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Vanida Thai Kitchen - Reviews

3050 Taraval St, 94116 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
314

Reviews

79.3%

Satisfaction

54

negative

11

neutral

249

positive

What people say about Vanida Thai Kitchen

Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Family
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Gianpiero N.
Review date: 10/15/2025
9
A True Gem in the Outer Sunset
I've been a customer here for years, and it's truly the best Thai food I've had in the Outer Sunset. The food is consistently delicious, fresh, and arrives hot. I highly recommend the Garlic Pork; the marinade is perfect, and the accompanying sauce is absolutely delish. The noodles are a classic for a reason, with both the Pad See Ew and Pad Thai being packed with flavor. Every dish here is simply perfect. Beyond the amazing food, the service is great. The staff is friendly, and the restaurant has a wonderfully cozy and casual atmosphere. It's the ideal spot to bring family and friends. This diamond in the rough is a must-try!
  • Thai food10
  • food10
  • Garlic Pork10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Debbie L.
Review date: 10/05/2025
9
Fresh, Flavorful Food and Attentive Service
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The server was incredibly attentive, ensuring everything was to my liking. The food was exceptionally fresh and bursting with flavor. I'm already looking forward to coming here again.
  • server9
  • food10
  • flavor10
Visit Type
  • Delivery
Service Type
  • Takeout
Lacey M.
Review date: 10/01/2025
1
Terrible Phone Service, Hung Up On Me
My experience was extremely negative due to the service I received over the phone. I called to cancel an order I had placed just 20 seconds prior. The man who answered the phone stated, “it’s no good” and then hung up on me. When I attempted to call back, he refused to answer.
  • phone service1
  • cancel order1
  • hung up on me1
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Jinee K. R.
Review date: 09/06/2025
9
Favorite Pad Thai, Great Service!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I absolutely loved their favorite pad Thai. The service was consistently prompt and friendly. I also appreciated that the place is spacious, not crammed at all.
  • pad Thai10
  • service10
  • place9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Ingrid E.
Review date: 07/19/2025
9
Amazing Miang Kham Appetizer!
I got takeout for a dinner party and the Miang Kham (DIY spinach wraps) were such a delicious hit! They are wondrous salty sweet tangy bites. This may be the only Thai place in SF left to find this amazing appetizer. See photo.
  • Miang Kham10
  • salty sweet tangy bites9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Dylan C.
Review date: 06/05/2025
8
Weekday Lunch Gem
I visited on a weekday around 1 PM and was the only customer, which initially made me question the quality. However, the service was great and the food arrived quickly. The lunch special was under $20. I enjoyed the yellow curry and green beans & tofu, which came with a side salad. The lime tea was also pretty good.
  • service9
  • food9
  • lunch special8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Bella C.
Review date: 05/16/2025
8
Accessible Lunch with Great Prawns
My friends and I visited for lunch after finishing AP exams. The restaurant is pretty accessible by public transport, with options like the 29 bus from Lowell or the L train, requiring only a short walk. Upon arrival, there was no wait, and we were seated immediately. I ordered the Thai Fried Rice with prawns. Although there was a slight mix-up where the waiter initially thought I ordered pork, they were very accommodating, remaking the dish and kindly packing the incorrect one to-go. The rice was well-cooked, and the prawns were impressively large and not rubbery. The presentation was nice, with each dish served with fruit. Overall, it's a nice place that is clean and well-decorated, clearly showing the restaurant's care in cultivating the atmosphere.
  • public transport accessibility8
  • wait10
  • waiter9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Tim H.
Review date: 05/14/2025
9
Amazing Pad Thai Takeout!
Wow! This was my first time ordering takeout, and I ordered the shrimp pad Thai. It was one of the best I have ever had, and I eat a lot of Thai food! The shrimp portions were generous, with about 6 pretty large-ish shrimp. The sauce was delicious, and the tofu was cooked just right. It was reasonably priced at $18, including the shrimp. I’ll definitely be ordering here many times again!
  • shrimp pad Thai10
  • shrimp portions9
  • sauce9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Going L. S.
Review date: 04/29/2025
9
Generous Owner, Delicious Thai Food!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic, largely thanks to the generous owner who was actively involved in the kitchen. He initiated conversations, and we had a great talk about the restaurant's rollercoaster journey to its current point. We ordered the Pad Thai Prawns and Pad See Ew with Chicken, and we absolutely loved it! The vibe provided the perfect ambience and atmosphere that matched perfectly with the food, significantly improving the overall experience.
  • owner10
  • Pad Thai Prawns10
  • Pad See Ew with Chicken10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
go G.
Review date: 04/26/2025
10
Amazing Experience, Highly Recommended!
My experience at this restaurant was truly amazing. The food was incredible, and the environment was clean and modern. The service was great, making it one of the best experiences I've had. I highly recommend bringing family and friends here.
  • food10
  • environment9
  • service9

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