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| Friday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 138 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: (415) 655-9341
Website: http://bodegarestaurants.com/
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Reviews
Dee A
I visited on 12/29 and was assisted by Victoria immediately. She was enthusiastic, friendly and engaged. The restaurant was packed and there was a long line. I placed a takeout and because I already had a list of what I was going to order, the whole process was seamless and efficient. If you planning for dine in, reservation is highly recommended. I ordered lemongrass porchop, shanking beef and faux luc lac. All with good portions and delicious, the temperature was excellent as well as the presentation… highly recommended,
… moreHac Nguyen
I had a truly disappointing experience at this restaurant—horrible is the only word that fits. I can see why it gets 4- and 5-star reviews; those must come from folks who haven’t tried authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
Our first dish, the bánh cuốn, arrived cold, and the tapioca wrapper lacked the soft, delicate texture it should have. Next, the nem cua was oddly inconsistent—piping hot inside but disappointingly soft on the outside, far from the crispy perfection expected.
As for the individual entrees: My bun cha was utterly average, missing that signature smoky, tangy essence that defines the dish. My son ordered the Bodega pho, which he found passable thanks to the generous proteins, but it came without any of the essential condiments or fresh vegetables that make pho complete. My friend’s pho Hanoi was the low point—the worst bowl he’s ever encountered. For $24, it had scarcely any stir-fried beef; he had to fish around just to gather what little there was onto a plate. When he showed it to the hostess, she coldly confirmed, “Yup, that’s it.”
The shaking beef and bo ne were similarly mediocre, falling well short of Vietnamese standards. These might satisfy a craving for non-Vietnamese diners or those with limited options, but they’re simply not up to par.
Service was sluggish throughout, and with our 2 p.m. reservation, we were rushed as the kitchen closed at 3 p.m. To make the most of my Chase Reserve credit before year-end, I even ordered two bun cha to go. Needless to say, I won’t be returning—what a letdown!
… moreOur first dish, the bánh cuốn, arrived cold, and the tapioca wrapper lacked the soft, delicate texture it should have. Next, the nem cua was oddly inconsistent—piping hot inside but disappointingly soft on the outside, far from the crispy perfection expected.
As for the individual entrees: My bun cha was utterly average, missing that signature smoky, tangy essence that defines the dish. My son ordered the Bodega pho, which he found passable thanks to the generous proteins, but it came without any of the essential condiments or fresh vegetables that make pho complete. My friend’s pho Hanoi was the low point—the worst bowl he’s ever encountered. For $24, it had scarcely any stir-fried beef; he had to fish around just to gather what little there was onto a plate. When he showed it to the hostess, she coldly confirmed, “Yup, that’s it.”
The shaking beef and bo ne were similarly mediocre, falling well short of Vietnamese standards. These might satisfy a craving for non-Vietnamese diners or those with limited options, but they’re simply not up to par.
Service was sluggish throughout, and with our 2 p.m. reservation, we were rushed as the kitchen closed at 3 p.m. To make the most of my Chase Reserve credit before year-end, I even ordered two bun cha to go. Needless to say, I won’t be returning—what a letdown!
Cai
Really solid Vietnamese food! I totally understand the mixed reviews from locals who are used to mom and pop Vietnamese restaurants but actually the lunch prices are pretty comparable (~$20-$30 per dish, $16 appetizers). The flavors are really consistent, with good pho broth, really tasty lemon grass pork chop, and solid banh cuon. Everything is nicely portioned and fresh. The pho did lack meat and didn’t come with the complementary veggies on the side like you would find in most Vietnamese pho places. But the fried doughnut was crispy and soaked up the broth well.
The fact that it’s always booked out says something about its quality! But if you’re looking for comfort Vietnamese pho, there are many other places in the city that fare better.
… moreThe fact that it’s always booked out says something about its quality! But if you’re looking for comfort Vietnamese pho, there are many other places in the city that fare better.
Eric Nguyen
Bodega SF is hands down one of the best Vietnamese restaurants I’ve experienced in the Bay Area. The moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels vibrant yet relaxed — warm lighting, modern décor, and an energy that strikes the perfect balance between upscale and comfortable. It’s the kind of place where every detail feels intentional, from the presentation to the music selection.
The food absolutely exceeded expectations. The Bún Chả Hà Nội was the standout — beautifully grilled pork with that perfect smoky char, paired with fresh herbs and vermicelli noodles that brought all the flavors together. It was so good I ended up ordering another portion to go! Every dish felt thoughtfully executed, from the oysters topped with roe to the beef carpaccio — each bite layered with balance and depth.
Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the pacing of the meal made it easy to enjoy every dish at its best. You can tell the kitchen puts a lot of pride into both authenticity and presentation.
Bodega SF nails what an elevated Vietnamese dining experience should be: familiar comfort food elevated with precision and creativity. This is easily a place I’ll keep coming back to — and one I’d recommend to anyone who appreciates exceptional food and atmosphere done right.
Additionally, there’s close by parking on mason its $25.
… moreThe food absolutely exceeded expectations. The Bún Chả Hà Nội was the standout — beautifully grilled pork with that perfect smoky char, paired with fresh herbs and vermicelli noodles that brought all the flavors together. It was so good I ended up ordering another portion to go! Every dish felt thoughtfully executed, from the oysters topped with roe to the beef carpaccio — each bite layered with balance and depth.
Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the pacing of the meal made it easy to enjoy every dish at its best. You can tell the kitchen puts a lot of pride into both authenticity and presentation.
Bodega SF nails what an elevated Vietnamese dining experience should be: familiar comfort food elevated with precision and creativity. This is easily a place I’ll keep coming back to — and one I’d recommend to anyone who appreciates exceptional food and atmosphere done right.
Additionally, there’s close by parking on mason its $25.
Erick Tseng
Solid upscale Vietnamese food in the middle of SF’s Tenderloin. The Bun Cha was our favorite dish. The pork was cooked and spiced perfectly. Wrap it in some lettuce and the flavors will melt in your mouth. The beef tenderloin was pretty solid though I’ve had better. The Chilean sea bass was just average. It was well prepared, but it lacked any kind of real distinctivness.
Service was solid and the ambiance was comforable, though it felt just a tad basic given the loftier prices on the menu.
… moreService was solid and the ambiance was comforable, though it felt just a tad basic given the loftier prices on the menu.
Doah Kwon
The tasting menu was amazing and I genuinely loved every dish. We got so full that we couldn’t even finish the pho. I usually eat a lot and I still couldn’t get through the last few bites of the final course. The drink was great, and all the appetizers and small bites were really well done.
… moreWalter “Wally” Pietsch
We’ve been eagerly waiting for our lunch reservation since a while. This place is very popular and busy, making a reservation (OpenTable) far in advance seems like a must.
Chef Billy Ho opened this brick and mortar place in 2022, serving high quality traditional Vietnamese fine dining in a casual environment. We arrived at 11:30am and the restaurant was packed already. Very friendly, welcoming, and helpful staff at front desk, usher and waiter. Handicap access from sidewalk through the side door of the adjacent hotel lobby.
A vibrant place with various table, booth, and high chair seatings. No wait due to our reservation and seated immediately. Started with great cocktails while scanning the simple but excellent menu. Great explanations and recommendations from our waiter. Given the wonderful memories from our recent Vietnam travel, we ordered 4 dishes (finally ended up with 2 plates to go ;)). Served within a few minutes, very fast given how busy the restaurant was). Nicely plated, big portions. Delicious, tasty, high quality staple food. Very yummy!!! Given the high prices in the city and the bay area, this place is rather affordable and has an excellent ratio of quality / size and price. Obviously not as cheap as in Vietnam itself.
Highest recommendation, best Vietnamese place we have tested. Definitely will be back!
Miles & Points tip: you can use your CSR Tables credit or use your Amex Gold for 4x points
… moreChef Billy Ho opened this brick and mortar place in 2022, serving high quality traditional Vietnamese fine dining in a casual environment. We arrived at 11:30am and the restaurant was packed already. Very friendly, welcoming, and helpful staff at front desk, usher and waiter. Handicap access from sidewalk through the side door of the adjacent hotel lobby.
A vibrant place with various table, booth, and high chair seatings. No wait due to our reservation and seated immediately. Started with great cocktails while scanning the simple but excellent menu. Great explanations and recommendations from our waiter. Given the wonderful memories from our recent Vietnam travel, we ordered 4 dishes (finally ended up with 2 plates to go ;)). Served within a few minutes, very fast given how busy the restaurant was). Nicely plated, big portions. Delicious, tasty, high quality staple food. Very yummy!!! Given the high prices in the city and the bay area, this place is rather affordable and has an excellent ratio of quality / size and price. Obviously not as cheap as in Vietnam itself.
Highest recommendation, best Vietnamese place we have tested. Definitely will be back!
Miles & Points tip: you can use your CSR Tables credit or use your Amex Gold for 4x points
Deep B
This restaurant is quite fancy in the town. The food here is really good and presented in a very fancy manner. You might find it a little bit pricey but the portion sizes are quite large and it’s a good experience if you go with your friends or your workmates. I personally liked the lamb chops a lot, but everything is really good and has a very unique take on Vietnamese food.
… moreDavid Castleberry
My favorite restaurant in SF. Authentic flavors with an innovative twist and thoughtful presentation. The staff is warm and welcoming, treat you like family. Great wine & sake list! A rare union of food & vibes!
… moreAndy Wiratama
Came early for lunch (11am) with reservation. Limited seatings and not good with large groups. All tables/booths are reserved most of the time. Walk-ins will definitely have to wait for quite some time.
Ambience: modern / contemporary establishment serving quality Vietnamese traditional food.
Their Bun Cha is a must try; quite pricey but it was ‘heaven’. Some of the grilled sliced pork (bacon?) were charred beyond edible (burnt and chewy); kitchen quality control definitely need more training. Side Note: though it is listed under apptizer, it could be an individual dish or for sharing as well.
The Lemongrass Wings (6 pieces) is on the sweet side. It came with nuoc mam dipping on the side tho, to get your tasty level. Yummy and a must try.
The Spring roll can be made with either Shrimp, Nem Nuong or Tofu. The shrimp spring roll was so-so; nothing special.
Shaking Beef was awesome! Though the portion is small, they used high-quality beef. Not chewy, very tender, just melt in your mouth. Come with choices of garlic noodle or steam white rice. The white rice we had was too dry and not fluffy. I think they can use more water when cooking the rice.
The Beef Pho was generous in portion and the meats were thick and large sliced. They didnt skimp you on it. Didn’t I mention their beef a high quality one? The broth though… umm need to be served more steaming hot. It came out warm and lacking the authentic pho taste. It did not came with beansprout/ jalapeno slices/basil leaves/lemon as in other pho establishments. Upon request, they provides lime or lemon juice on the side. Despite sprinkling the lime juice, failed to bring out the pho taste. So I wouldn’t recommend ordering it if you are craving Pho.
Had Vietnamese iced coffee as well. Came out already mixed/stirred. Strong coffee. Again was on the sweet side. Maybe next time we can mention for less condensed milk?.
Overall, would like to return and try the different dishes. Lunch menu is very limited. Perhaps will try to go dinner time.
Server/staff are all well trained and checking on our table many times despite being busy lunch hour.
… moreAmbience: modern / contemporary establishment serving quality Vietnamese traditional food.
Their Bun Cha is a must try; quite pricey but it was ‘heaven’. Some of the grilled sliced pork (bacon?) were charred beyond edible (burnt and chewy); kitchen quality control definitely need more training. Side Note: though it is listed under apptizer, it could be an individual dish or for sharing as well.
The Lemongrass Wings (6 pieces) is on the sweet side. It came with nuoc mam dipping on the side tho, to get your tasty level. Yummy and a must try.
The Spring roll can be made with either Shrimp, Nem Nuong or Tofu. The shrimp spring roll was so-so; nothing special.
Shaking Beef was awesome! Though the portion is small, they used high-quality beef. Not chewy, very tender, just melt in your mouth. Come with choices of garlic noodle or steam white rice. The white rice we had was too dry and not fluffy. I think they can use more water when cooking the rice.
The Beef Pho was generous in portion and the meats were thick and large sliced. They didnt skimp you on it. Didn’t I mention their beef a high quality one? The broth though… umm need to be served more steaming hot. It came out warm and lacking the authentic pho taste. It did not came with beansprout/ jalapeno slices/basil leaves/lemon as in other pho establishments. Upon request, they provides lime or lemon juice on the side. Despite sprinkling the lime juice, failed to bring out the pho taste. So I wouldn’t recommend ordering it if you are craving Pho.
Had Vietnamese iced coffee as well. Came out already mixed/stirred. Strong coffee. Again was on the sweet side. Maybe next time we can mention for less condensed milk?.
Overall, would like to return and try the different dishes. Lunch menu is very limited. Perhaps will try to go dinner time.
Server/staff are all well trained and checking on our table many times despite being busy lunch hour.