Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant

Overview

Welcome to Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant, a hidden gem located in the Richmond District of San Francisco. This family-run establishment offers a wide range of Vietnamese dishes, with a focus on noodles. With a plethora of options for pescatarians, vegetarians, and vegans, Kim Son truly caters to all dietary preferences. The casual ambiance and moderate noise level make it the perfect spot for a relaxed lunch or dinner with friends or family.

Customers rave about the generous portion sizes and reasonable prices at Kim Son. One standout dish is the Five Spice Chicken, a long-time favorite that continues to impress patrons year after year. The Crispy Noodles and Pho soup have also received high praise, with many reviewers claiming it to be the best they've ever had in the city. Don't miss out on the Roll your Own spring rolls with rice paper, a unique dish that sets Kim Son apart from other Vietnamese restaurants in the area.

Whether you're craving a hearty bowl of Pho on a cold day or looking to indulge in some delicious Vietnamese barbecue, Kim Son has something for everyone. The friendly waitstaff, fast service, and delicious food make it a must-visit spot in San Francisco's dining scene. So, make sure to stop by Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant at 3614 Balboa St and experience the flavors of Vietnam right here in the Bay Area.

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FAQ's

  • What are some of the highlights on the menu at Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant?

    Some highlights on our menu include the special combination rice plate with pork chop and egg roll, Crispy Noodles, Roll your Own spring rolls with rice paper, and the house special beef pho.

  • What are some frequently ordered dishes at Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant?

    Some of the frequently ordered dishes include the Pho with generous portions of meat, the crispy noodles, the combination platter with fine vermicelli, and the grilled pork noodle.

  • What sets Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant apart from other Vietnamese restaurants in the area?

    What sets us apart is our extensive menu, generous portions, reasonable prices, and dishes like the five spice chicken, BBQ pork with egg roll over vermicelli, and seafood pho that keep customers coming back.

  • Do you offer catering services at Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant?

    Yes, we do offer catering services for events and special occasions. You can contact us for more information and to place your catering order.

  • What are some customer favorites at Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant?

    Customer favorites include the crispy noodles, the house special beef pho, the BBQ pork with egg roll over vermicelli, and the Roll your Own spring rolls with rice paper.

  • How would you describe the ambiance at Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant?

    The ambiance is typical for this cuisine and price range, with a casual and family-friendly atmosphere. Customers enjoy the cozy and welcoming feel of the restaurant.

Ratings of Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant

Yelp

815

Google

302

Visitors' opinions on Kim Son Vietnamese Restaurant

/ 815
Benny W.
Benny W. 10/04/2024
stars
We were greeted and seated right away by a friendly waiter upon entering this mom and pop restaurant. They have an extensive menu. We decided to order the bbq pork with egg roll over vermicelli and the special combination rice plate with pork chop and egg roll. The food came out in a timely manner. The bbq pork was kind of dry and flavorless even eating it with the sauce. The egg rolls were crunchy and tasty. The pork chops were very tender, juicy, and flavorful. I can taste the lemongrass that was used in the marinate. They were cooked to perfection as well. This was one of the best pork chops that I ever had. The prices are fairly reasonable and they were generous with the portions. We will be back for more pork chops. We also want to try their fresh spring rolls, pho, and desserts.
Mario B.
Mario B. 10/04/2024
stars
I love the Crispy Noodles so good and the servings is big can't finish by myself and the Pho soup was really yummy this is the best Pho I ever had!!! Lots of choices on their Menu !! Service is amazing!!! An the place is clean!!! Five Stars for this place!!
Keith W.
Keith W. 06/03/2024
stars
I've been a patron of Kim Son since the 90's. My favorites were their 3 been drink and five spice chicken. After 30 years, they are still serving the same delicious dishes. Perhaps it's a different chef or owner but we enjoyed our to go dishes; Five spice chicken, Claypot cat fish and vermicelli with eggs rolls. Ambiance is typical for this cuisine and price range. This place continues to be one of my fav viet places.
Kevin S.
Kevin S. 06/02/2024
stars
So glad we tried this lowkey Vietnamese spot in The Richmond. I can honestly say this was probably the best VALUE meal that I've had in all of SF thus far. For $15 you can get a massive portion of Pho with generous portions of meat--sliced beef, beef balls, tendon, and tripe. The sliced beef was very soft, tender, and juicy, and the Pho broth was very rich and tasty. Overall, the Pho that I had here was definitely one of the best that I've had in the entire city. The restaurant itself is nothing special, similar to most places in The Richmond. Small, not super fancy, but don't let that fool you because the food is phenomenal and the service is extremely fast. They had our food ready in no time. If you're craving some Pho for a low-cost and generous portion, this is definitely the place to go!
Aye K.
Aye K. 04/02/2024
stars
Very solid vietnamese restaurant for spring rolls and pho! I have been here a few times now and what first captured my attention was their Roll your Own spring rolls with rice paper. This is one of the few places I've found in the city that does this dish. #60 Banh hoi dac biet (combination with fine vermicelli): Comes with rice paper, imperial rolls, BBQ pork, sugar cane shrimp, and a huge plate of veggies. Definitely enough food to share between 2-4 people. You take the rice paper and fill it whatever meat/veggies you want, then dip it into their sauce (seems like a fish sauce base). #2 Pho dac biet (house special beef pho): This is their combination beef pho with tripe, tendon, meatballs, sliced beef, and flank. Great flavor and hits the spot on a cold SF day. #41 Mi xao đơn thấp cam (crispy noodle with seafood, veggies, chicken): This wasn't our favorite. I think the noodles were overcooked so it was hard. Very large portion though! #24 Bun rieu (crab paste and tomato noodle soup): This was a decent bun rieu! Good flavors but I think they are better at making pho though to be honest. If the combination platter is too much for you, try their appetizer of just the Imperial Rolls! Super crispy and sooo good. Seems like a family-run spot so service can be on the slower end when it's really busy, but they were always kind! Will definitely go back for their pho and spring rolls.
Carole B.
Carole B. 20/11/2023
stars
Incredible lunch spot with portions so generous you'll never walk away hungry. The combo plate offers shredded pork, bbq chicken and prawns, a crustless Vietnamese quiche, imperial rolls and rich and salad - all for under $20! What a deal! Other delicious dishes include the crispy noodles and my date enjoyed the pork chop, which was huge and tasty. Service is prompt and attentive at this family run operation and the vibe is very casual but clean.
Vietnamese, Noodles
Closed Opens at 11:00 AM

Address

3614 Balboa St San Francisco, CA 94121
Features

Features

ReservationsReservations Pescatarian OptionsPescatarian Options Vegan OptionsVegan Options Many Vegetarian OptionsMany Vegetarian Options Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Credit Cards Accepts Android PayAccepts Android Pay Accepts Apple PayAccepts Apple Pay CasualCasual Moderate NoiseModerate Noise Good for GroupsGood for Groups Good For KidsGood For Kids Good for Lunch, DinnerGood for Lunch, Dinner Street Parking, Private Lot ParkingStreet Parking, Private Lot Parking Waiter ServiceWaiter Service Beer & Wine OnlyBeer & Wine Only TVTV Outdoor SeatingOutdoor Seating Offers CateringOffers Catering Wi-FiWi-Fi Happy HourHappy Hour Dogs Not AllowedDogs Not Allowed Bike ParkingBike Parking

Opening hours

Monday Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday Sun Closed
Friday Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Update on: Mar 12, 2024

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