Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant

Overview

Welcome to Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant, a cozy spot located in the heart of Chinatown in San Francisco. With years of history and loyal customers, this restaurant is known for its traditional Vietnamese dishes, especially their House Special Noodle, Bun Bo Hue, Grilled Pork Chop rice, and Imperial Rolls. The flavors never disappoint, making each visit a memorable experience.

While the reviews may vary, the overall consensus is that Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant is a go-to spot for authentic Vietnamese cuisine. From quick and cheap pho bowls to no-frills pho plates, this restaurant offers a variety of options for all types of diners. The service is fast and efficient, catering to both locals and tourists alike.

Whether you're looking for a casual lunch or a hearty dinner, Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant has something for everyone. With options for delivery, takeout, reservations, and even catering, this restaurant is a must-visit for anyone craving a taste of Vietnam in the bustling city of San Francisco.

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FAQ's

  • What are some popular dishes at Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant?

    Some popular dishes at Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant include the House Special Noodle, Bun Bo Hue, Grilled Pork Chop rice, Imperial Rolls, and sliced rare beef with lemon appetizer.

  • Does Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant offer vegan and vegetarian options?

    Yes, Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant offers vegan options and limited vegetarian options.

  • Is Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant a good place for groups and kids?

    Yes, Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant is good for groups and kids.

  • What sets Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant apart from other Vietnamese restaurants?

    Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant is known for its long-standing legacy, quick service, no-frills atmosphere, and extensive menu options.

  • Does Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant offer delivery, takeout, and catering services?

    Yes, Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant offers delivery, takeout, and catering services.

Ratings of Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant

Yelp

1350

Google

851

Visitors' opinions on Golden Star Vietnamese Restaurant

/ 1350
Simon L.
Simon L. 22/04/2024
stars
The restaurant has been opened for years and I've been coming here since years back. It's a small hole the wall located right behind Portsmouth square in Chinatown. It gets quite busy during lunch hour and they close at 5:30pm. If you're in the area, come grab a seat and try the food. I usually go for their House Special Noodle, Bun Bo Hue, and Grilled Pork Chop rice and Imperial Rolls. Hot tea and off menu drip coffee can be requested; recommended must try. Flavors never miss every time I come here.
Benson W.
Benson W. 18/03/2024
stars
Need a quick fix of 5 spice chicken imperial roll rice plate? Say no more, this is the spot! Juicy, tender chicken thigh to go along with rice wrapped rolls you cannot go wrong! Meat in the bun bo hue was a little off, pig trotter had a weird taste to it, guessing it was sitting for a while.
Sonya E.
Sonya E. 11/03/2024
stars
Service and food come up to about a 3.5 rating for me, but I can round up for the fact that these guys are a local small business just trying to make it. As y'all can see through the reviews, it's a popular choice for Vietnamese food in San Francisco's renown Chinatown, and has been for decades. We stopped in on a Sunday morning for brunch and were seated immediately. It wasn't packed but it stayed consistently busy with guests coming in and out, and others picking up their phone orders. My date and I both ordered #1 on the menu which is described on the menu as House Special Noodle Soup ($15.50 each), and #26 which is a full order of a Spring Rolls ($11.00). The broth to the pho didn't have a lot of flavor and the noodles were way too overcooked -- harder to eat when it's so dense. All the meat cuts were good and the variety were spread generously in every bowl. The spring rolls were awkward because there was no pork wrapped into it -- just a few slices of shrimp halves and lots of vermicelli noodles and lettuce. Felt a bit ripped off for that order. With the coffee and gratuity, the bill for a two person brunch was $60. Probably wouldn't be my first choice for pho in SF, but hey -- these guys have a legacy they need to continue carrying on. I would just suggest to the head chef: perhaps, revisit the prep for the pho broth? The broth makes or breaks it for a bowl of pho that stands out from the rest.
Melinda L.
Melinda L. 25/02/2024
stars
A pretty good place if you wanna get some blended kind of pho, and I say this because it's not the same type of pho from a straight-up Vietnamese establishment. The owners here are likely just good chefs, who makes Chinese versions of pho. So if you want the real deal pho, this may not be the place for you! Anyway, this place gets busy. Bonus if you can speak Cantonese here, 'cause you'll get your order in once you're seated. They'll bring you a tea pot with your tea of choice and then you chill. My friends and I each got the Bun Bo Hue, which was pretty good, just wasn't what I was expecting personally. I like the true Vietnamese style, but their version here will fill the tummy. They have different pho bowls and Chinese-style plates. So you have a good choice. The restaurant is directly in front of Portsmouth Park, so if you're walking around Grant or Kearny Avenues, you'll be close by. As this is Chinatown, good luck with parking, or just take the Muni and walk over here. It's pretty conveinent to get here that way.
Laurina Y.
Laurina Y. 24/02/2024
stars
No frills pho place in chinatown perfect for a casual lunch! I ordered the smaller version of #2 on the menu and it was great! It was a good size (I can never finish regular size bowls of pho) and had great taste too :)
Mervi T.
Mervi T. 20/02/2024
stars
Good place for some quick & cheap pho. Broth was yummy and service was good and fast :)
Vietnamese, Soup, Noodles
Closed Opens at 10:00 AM

Address

11 Walter U Lum Pl San Francisco, CA 94108
Features

Features

Offers DeliveryOffers Delivery Offers TakeoutOffers Takeout ReservationsReservations Vegan OptionsVegan Options Limited Vegetarian OptionsLimited Vegetarian Options Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Credit Cards Accepts Apple PayAccepts Apple Pay Accepts Android PayAccepts Android Pay CasualCasual Moderate NoiseModerate Noise Good for GroupsGood for Groups Good For KidsGood For Kids Good for LunchGood for Lunch Garage Parking, Street Parking, Private Lot ParkingGarage Parking, Street Parking, Private Lot Parking Waiter ServiceWaiter Service Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible Gender-neutral restroomsGender-neutral restrooms Offers CateringOffers Catering Wi-FiWi-Fi Happy HourHappy Hour AlcoholAlcohol Dogs Not AllowedDogs Not Allowed TVTV Bike ParkingBike Parking

Opening hours

Monday Sun 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday Sun 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday Sun 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday Sun 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday Sun 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday Sun 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday Sun 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Update on: Mar 12, 2024

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