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A Legendary North Beach Institution for over 80 Years
Poleng Lounge, located near USF, interprets the simplicity of Asian cuisine while utilizing the beauty and quality of our own local resources. Led by Chef Timothy Luym, the Poleng kitchen creatively uses all asian influences. From our extensive tea menu to our delicious starters like Crispy Adobo Wings and Kalbi Short Ribs, Poleng Lounge will be a delight for your taste buds. We also feature a great happy hour with tasty small bites and rich blends of exotic drinks. With the combination of our tea lounge, restaurant and nightlife, Poleng Lounge will be your all night destination. Come for the food and stay for the party!
3.0 of 5 stars.
hayley w. requests a song.dj refuses to play song b/c he's 'doing this for free.' he was apparently SO upset that he was donating his services to poleng that he gratuitously repeated that fact....
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I wanted to write this review after what happened last weekend and what Megan L wrote (read below). My friends and I were at the bar, one of the owners, Jesse, got my friend a drink and 30 minutes...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
came here last year around halloween...........dishes were not memorable (got the long life crab noodles, samosas & shaking beef ) haven't been back here since, so safe to say i didn't care for it....
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
when i walked in i thought,,, "hmm, this place looks pretty neato!" lol but i do have some complaints about it, its pretty expensive and they'll serve you like smaller than appetizers, crazy. if...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went there for my first time with about 11 other people. We ordered doubles of the sisig, adobo wings, the chicken cabbage rolls, the crab garlic noodles, brown rice and white rice. All the dishes...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Based SOLELY ON LUMPIAMy friends, I am a lumpia connoisseur. Not only does my apu/lola (depending on what dialect you speak) make the BEST lumpia EVER, but I can throw down too. So, keep that in...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The chef here is probably one of the most talented passionate chefs in the Bay Area and you can tell all this from his food
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
1 Star since the bouncer was nicer than the whole staff.1 Star because the drink was okay and not badly priced.Uum yea same reason why I don't party too much with my fellow USF-ers. Doubt I'll come...
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a birthday party last Saturday. My friend and I had the same sequence of drinks from the same bartenders and we both completely blacked out soon after. I actually was vomiting until...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Happy birthday to my big sis! I came out to celebrate my big sis' birthday with her one Saturday night; I think the Evite had 53 that responded yes? Popular chica, I know. I didn't want to deal...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Slightly battered samosa with curried flavored fillings to die for.Buddha's Treasures: Beautiful dim-sum like vegetarian dumpling with edamamePurple Eggplant Adobo: They were great! Infused with just...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think this place has enough reviews to convince you that this is without a doubt amazing! it's like your mama's cooking but done very sexy and sophisticated.Here is a list of everything I had (with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for the first time with my bf b/c we had a restaurant.com certificate. The food tasted amazing...but I'm taking off one star b/c of the super small portions. If you go there, don't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Having had a lovely meal with good food and friendly service at Poleng Lounge 3 weeks ago, we took a friend to an early dinner there last night. With very few people in the restaurant, the music at 6...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Reservations for 2 at 6:00pm on a friday evening was completely unnecessary. It didn't get crowded 'till around 7pm - so make reservations if you plan on dining 7pm and after. They start playing...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not knowing what to expect, I came here for a birthday party one windy evening. Sadly, I keep forgetting that I would be ending up in SF and dressing for the warmer San Jose weather would have me...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, it was free lunch day, but the absolutely delicious curry I got here was well worth 8$. Loved the peach sencha iced tea too, as well as the interior.It seems like the 3.5 star rating is mostly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
*Occasion: First Day for Lunch Opening*Time-of-Day: afternoon*Decor: asian- themed decorations; much of the artwork displayed throughout the restaurant and back dance area look like they were...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has definitely gone through a lot of changes in the past 5/6 years and for the better. I went to have some pupu's and a few drinks just to relax and chill with a friend around 7ish. I had...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Restaurant: Over hyped. Over priced.After hours: Drinks are alright, but not feeling the crowd this place seems to draw in.
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i been here once... cool lil spot to kick it and chill wit friends... a lounge in front... if u wanna dance... party is in the back.. i would bring people here... its a good place
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I heard some good things about this place so my bf and I decided to try it out. First time was a Friday night and it was packed so we got turned away. Second time, we were lucky and got a table right...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Through my journey of visiting different happy hour spots and specials, my tales bring me to this one particular stop. Inside the den of dim lighting and asian elcletic zen like features, is the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
To be honest, I was pretty disappointed with the food here. After reading all the reviews from yelp, my best friend and i decided to order...- crab garlic noodles- sweet potato fries- adobo chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's been said in almost every review so far but I'd be remiss if I didn't say it again:Portions? Really small.Prices? Disproportionately high.That said:1. Really tasty food. We went for the sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here last night for dinner and they were having a Comedy show in the back....It was free and funny! Just a lucky night though that I caught it. ..As for the decor = A and the food....pricey for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
no idea how I worked here for two years without trying the basin gin & juice. well... probably because I hate gin. this cocktail, however, is AMAZING.
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What the hell the Poleng mean anyway? Who cares as long as the food is good right? And good it was. DELICIOUS, actually.We came here for our friend's birthday one Saturday. I would have to say one...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great fusion foods...Portions were a bit small, more like tapas for the price...we went on a thurs night and afterwards there was a cover band that was off the chain! Good times!
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What a fantastic place!My sister later told me that the owners are friends of hers from SI, which made me feel even better loving the place.We had a bunch of fusion food, Asian and American and just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
OK. I'm eating my words now. I've been back several times since, mostly due to proximity, and feel the need to edit my post.Their happy hour rocks! The sweet potato fries are great, as are the chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Made reservations for dinner yesterday here four another double D with our best friend. We started the order with Coconut Broken Rice which is basically jasmine rice with coconut milk and bits of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It was so crowded and stuffy that it felt like a high school dance.
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
In short: Don't go in with a large group with a large appetite. You'll end up feeling a bit empty in the tummy tank. In long: The food is flavorful and tasty. The service is friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for the nightlife/lounge part. IDK about the food but the drinks were strong as hell. Music was okay. Disliked the crowd...a bit ghetto for my taste. Oh well, didn't really matter though...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've gone here a couple of times now and I'm still indifferent about Poleng. The food is exceptional but for the price and amount you get, I would go to several other places before going here.If you...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I finally got around to review this place.... I went to Poleng Lounge with a group of friends a few months back. I like the ambiance which was modern with dark black and brown tones. The place was a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars for the taste of the food. Everything we had was delicious. From sweet potato fries, to shanghai lumpia, angel wings, to salt & pepper squid, "shaking beef", pork belly and garlic...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good thing Poleng lounge is located across the street from a chase bank... because you're gonna need more money than you'd think to dine at this place!The food is delicious. I enjoyed everything that...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 stars because everything on the happy hour was $3.Went to try the sweet potato fries and banana catsup because it was on the 7x7 Top 100 Eats list. The last few items I've had off that 7x7 list is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had an amazing dinner at Poleng last night. Finally got around to checking this place out. Rolled in around 7 and people were only starting to slowly come in (damn economy!). Great lay out,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here after a workout with a buddy on a Tuesday night. Totally under dressed in our shorts and tshirts but whatever. The place was pretty laid back and definitely had a lounge feel with the dim...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went for a friends 24th bday. Very close to USF (so many USF folks). Music is good. Old school 90's hip hop. Wasn't so crowded, which was perfect - so no running into sweaty elbows. BUT!! VERY VERY...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is my new substitute word for "well-rounded"My friends and I shared 9 different dishes that all did its fare share to surprise, satisfy, and impress. The meal had a nice flow to it because you...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here 'cause the menu sounded delicious and I heard about the amazing cantelope drinks. We were not dissappointed. The ambiance was hip but also zen, in a way. They were playing so really good old...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good fake dim sum. I like their fireplace. Small plates are good because you get to try a bunch of different items without getting too full. Ben likes the shaking beef plate, I usually order...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for a fundraiser last thursday for the evening event. Although without knowing that it'll be an 18 yr old and up night, we still had a good time. The atmosphere is really cool. Nicely...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have mixed feelings about this place. I'm a fan of Asian fusion restaurants because of the ambiance. Unfortunately, that's almost all it is, and I left feeling like it was just like TAO in Vegas....
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We decided to stop by the Poleng Lounge early on a Friday evening - it is in the neighborhood, and I hadnt been there since just after they first opened.From the get-go, things looked ominous. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good music, friendly crowd, nice intimate setting. Love the music.. early 90's, old school hip hop, some of the more bearable top 40's.. and randomly played fresh prince of bellaire theme song with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
#83 on the 7x7 List: Sweet-potato fries with banana catsup -Tasty? You can get sweet potato fries just about anywhere these days. Nick Stef's in LA have little bits of ginger with the fries and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came to dance rather than to dine, and it was very, very Asian. Although no one would dance, which was annoying. Music was generally okay (big selection including old school 90s, a few 80s, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the night life, not the food (which I heard is great). The place is small and packed. Wasn't a mixed crowd the night I went. The staff was friendly and got our drinks quickly. Parking...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for the club, and to be honest this place is alright. The area seems a lot better than other clubs I've been to in the city, and its a pretty chill place. It's not super fancy with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for Dine About Town last week, and the food was pretty tasty. The service was ok. But honestly, I don't know if I'd go back because I have a low tolerance for spicy food and can only...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love the Calamantini . i wish i can order everything in the menu when i go here ... dont miss the sisig!
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge is a great spot to start off the night sharing SMALL dishes & funky cocktails with friends, but not much else. Thankfully the crew I was with were all eaters, so we tasted almost the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good but the portions are very small and it is a bit overpriced for what you get. And by small, I mean don't plan on sharing and consider ordering two or three dishes for yourself. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Absolutely love the food... but I wish they came in bigger portions. Their Filipino dishes are awsome. The sisig, adobo wings, calamari and garlic crab noodles I highly recommend. Service is ok,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Their walu butterfish is awesome here... i love butterfish and i can't find it at most sushi places. the coconut sauce made it go down extra smooth.got there at 6pm and it was half packed already I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
They play ok music beside that nothing really good about this lounge. Overpriced for small portioned food.
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish we came here for dinner instead of chilling at the coffee shop for a while. If you are here before they turn it into a nightclub atmosphere, you basically don't have to pay the cover charge.We...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A year ago I would've given this place a solid 2 stars, but as you can see by my FOUR star rating, this place has improved quite a bit!I live across the street so that almost automatically gives it 1...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
When they say small plates, they really mean SMALL plates.i must admit though, their food is yum. The service, however...not so much.We ordered the scallop katsu w/ corn = DELISH, ceviche = yummy &...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thought the food was really fantastic and they had unique and tasty cocktails! The vibe is very cool and the service was great!
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I decided to go to Poleng Lounge thanks to a comment in my favorite blog--Burnt Lumpia. It was an amazing experience. Here is what we ordered:Grilled Edamame with Smoked Salt (vegetarian)- Heaven!...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my new favorite place in SF! Went here for the first time last night with some friends and was really impressed! The music was cool, the crowd was grown and good-looking, and the place was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
let's just say YUMMO! I love the laid back feel, the decor is very urban/modern, and very inviting. There were a bunch of us so we decided to experiment with a bunch of their dishes. *Royal Scallop...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The sweet potato fries and calamari are scrumptious. i love the decor- it really rEAlly makes me want to be on a pacific island sippin on a cocktail. My Nector of the Gods cocktail was really good...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
can i just say that this place is awesome? brought in some east bay friends here for drinks on a Wednesday niteeveryone was so attentive without being all up in our jocksowner came out to say hello,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A loungey tapas-like dining experience. With a party of 6, you can taste almost everything on the menu for around $20/person (without drinks).The decor was great, and the fireplace was certainly...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food and drinks were great! Some "authentic" Filipino, most "modern" asian fusion, but all really good! Best garlic noodles I've had in The City - just don't come near me... :) Only reason I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very cool, unpretentious restaurant/lounge spot in western addition. Came here because a friend was DJing. I really liked the setup of the place...good lighting, good crowd, good music. The bar is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was somewat overrated imo...Sweet potato fries were simple: deep fried and salted, good. 50-cent happy hour wings: sweet and sour... but too sour, doesn't go well with the perfect crispiness.$9...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has great ambiance, a great selction of appetizer portioned food so many dishes sharing = awesome. The dessert is probably the best i've ever had. The managers are also very nice and the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I soooo love the fries with the banana ketchup!!! I pretty much love everything we ate!!!The sinigang Chicherone was off the hookChicken adobo was good (different, but good)The Garlic noodles was the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place because I live directly across the street from it and their drinks are amazing. My favorite drink is the No Can Do; its made with a cantelope puree & you can suck 3 down in 5...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok i'm not writing a review about the food...cause i haven't tried it yet. I went to Poleng for a fundraiser and i must say, i had a really good time! the dancefloor was a good size for dancing and i...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a fan now.. The food for the most part is really good and unique.. I love the garlic noodles served with a small mound of dungeness crab, the sweet potato fries with banana catsup, the lightly...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Friends visited from out of town - so we ate dinner on a Friday night at 8pm as a party of 6. We were seated pretty promptly after our reservation (they apologized for a 10 minute wait - kind, but the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Chef here has it going on! Word has it that he is on a Culinary team competing in the World Culinary Contest in Taipei... AGAIN. I guess he went in 2007 too. The food here is fantastic. I had a...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 Stars (-1 star for service, -1 star for nightlife) Came here on a Friday night; we had 8:30PM reservations, so we were seated promptly. FOOD: *Sizzling Sisig (w/ egg and chicharons): MmMMmMm, heart...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I have learned anything by living in this city, it's that we all deserve second chances. Poleng, round 2 (and round 3 and 4) have been over the top amazing.The menu here is fantastic. Every dish,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on the advise of a fellow Yelpper who attended SFSU. We missed last calls for food and I totally wish we didn't because I gawked at other peoples scrumptious looking food. and after all that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was an okay place. I might have given a better grade if I liked places like this, but it was okay. The seatings weren't bad and the music was good.
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
(placeholder, will remain until after 3rd visit)meanwhile:-the first time I went here was for a Native Guns and Blue Scholars collabo fundraising performance. Very good venue for a small event....
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I laughed at how Poleng was tagged as "Asian Fusion."The first time I went here was on a Friday, and I don't think it was an "Asian Fusion." The crowd was pretty diverse. Music was good, drinks were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is for USF kids who want to pretend they're in the marina. I went here last night for their comedy night, took a couple sips of my watered down vodka tonic, laughed at maybe one joke and left....
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I recently co-hosted a fundraiser here and I can speak to Poleng's hospitality, service, and professionalism. Their staff was very helpful during our setting up the event. Everything from the sound...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious food... great ambiance... good music! Definitely a great place for a date - even though each time I've been here it's with a group of very hungry girls whom love the Edamame (very flavorful...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge: Thursday night w/ P&M.Good food. Small plates (~tapas style). Our server Alex did a great job.Especially enjoyed: * Bo Luc Lac "Shaking Beef" * Long Life Garlic Crab Noodles *...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Text from Ann Marie R. "dinner at poleng on Friday night...come with?" Of course! I missed my HH with the best co-workers ever to hang out with the girls cause I missed them. I was a bit reluctant...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went with here with my friends on the 4th Tuesday evening of the month for the free comedy night. We walked through the restaurant and proceeded straight to the back, which had a stage, turntables...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We got back not long ago from an amazing meal... the edamame with smoke salt -- so more-ish!the chicken sesame salad -- really refreshing the shaking beef -- melts in your mouth! So yummy! Oh and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My best friend's company had a holiday party and rented out the whole back lounge area. We had music, lots of food...and open bar~! Woohoo!This place is an asian tapas restaurant. BTW, I love...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge is truly a unique establishment. I first came here after participating in The Go Game, but did not have any food, so I was excited to taste some of their dishes.I went here on a Tuesday...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is perfect for a casual neighborhood bite. They have the best crab noodles I have ever tasted! And as a bonus they are open late so you can actually find decent food after 10pm in this...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, 3.5 stars, close to 4 so I gave it 4. Because of the last minute restaurant suggestion, 10 of us had a pre fix menu, $35/person. Not to mention, group gratuity and tax came to $45 total at the end...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge caught me by surprise, in both a good way and bad.Good:-Trendy decor. Intimate atmosphere. I can see why its a popular place to lounge.Bad:-Asian small plates?! That is an oxymoron!! How...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The love the fact that this place is a restaurant and club all in one. The ambiance is very chill and kick back. Good music, very bali-esque decor. I came here for food and drinks on a Thursday night....
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng has an awesome atmosphere. Perfect lighting, the decor is amazing, and the overall vibe of the place just puts you in a great mood. I haven't had food here, so don't look to me for any advice...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place has awesome dishes! Do try the garlic noodles, actually try as many side dishes as you can! It's really good! The friendly bartender can make you this famous mango flavor shot, with chili...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
came here for dinner and stayed for the night life after :)i'm in love with the sweet potato fries with banana catsup.yum.we got seats at the bar and the bartender was friendly, they ran out of the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Their food is mighty tasty. Just don't come super hungry and expect to be full. Unless you order a whole lot. They're called small plates for a reason. The plates are small, mmkay?Six people,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have not been here for dinner, but I have been here towards the end of dinner and before the club opened. It was packed full of beautiful San Franciscans for dinner, which reminds me, I better make...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Review is for food only. Came here when our original plan for Papalote was foiled by a private party that had it reserved for the evening. Not wanting to pile back in the car and head over to the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
when: saturday nightI've been here twice--stood in a long ass line once and decided to leave because it was freezing cold and there was no movement for about 15 minutes straight. The second time was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
How does the reservation system work here? Got a the table south of the burlwood table with one of the halogens pointing straight down - I needed a visor to be able to look up to address the other...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had a pleasant meal here last weekend with my friend Laura. We had a chicken salad, veggie dumplings, samosas and sweet potato fries. The food was all pleasant. At the end of the meal, I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
"hey i didn't realize it was a daly city high school reunion tonight!"yes, i am mean. and yes, this is also my filipino friends making fun of themselves. i've come here a couple of times with my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the restaurant, I don't know anything about Poleng as a nighclub, but as for the restaurant, I had quite an enjoyable evening!My friend and I rolled in at 7:15 pm on a Wednesday for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the lounge only....its definitely a nice place to just chill, dance n have a good time =) I mean last friday nite the music sucks but if they play some current music...I'm pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here on Valentine's Day so they only offered their price-fixed menu and I was super bummed that the walu kinilaw wasn't on the menu because I heard so many great things about it! My boyfriend...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I give 5 stars for EXCELLENT customer service. My party was Super late and tables were not guaranteed! The kitchen closes at 10, and we weren't seated till literally, 10 minutes before.... and I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great atmosphere (loved the travel photos playing on the big-screens over the bar), very good food. Yet another restaurant I wish had been open when I was living in the 'hood 10 years ago... :)We...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place! I live around the corner, so that adds to my liking. You'll like this place if you like solid, tasty Asian fusion food. Ambiance: Trendy, but not overdone. Perfect for a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
again, went for a 2nd chance and still poor and a zero for a restaurant establishment!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriend brought me here on Valentines Day. She got me really drunk. Great atmosphere, classy staff, good food, strong drinks! Loved it!
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good restaurant all around. Good prices, good service, good food, good lychee martini. The Dungeness crab Garlic noodles were to die for! Parking is a bit of a biatch especially if you go on a weekend...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I need to go back. I have to be honest, I haven't been able to try the food. I've only been here for the drinks and live music. Which, is actually really good!! Strong drinks and good music is a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here the other night for a friend's birthday. Was pleasantly surprised because from the outside, it looks like a quiet little place in a somewhat obscure location (i.e. across from Luckys). Got...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It was merely ok - not really that interested in returning. The drinks were fine but the food really didn't speak to me much. I probably owe it another try, but I just wasn't impressed and the service...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You know sometime the service can make up for a couple not so amazing dishes. Great drinks, cute boys, and the sweet potato fries ( though not that interesting) are really good, and the lumpia and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i came here for drinks with my friends one night, the drinks were really good. we had midori sours, beer, irish car bombs and some other drinks. =) now the food that we had was alrite it could have...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say, but absolutely to die for! Chef Tim is amazing!My boyfriend and I went to Poleng Lounge on Friday and enjoyed Yellow Fever cocktails at the bar before being seated in the Asian...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've always gone to Poleng's solely for drinks, but it wasn't until recently that I tried their food. I've had the Edamame with smoked salt, Long Life Noodles, Samosas, Lumpia, and Sweet Potato Fries...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My experience with Poleng lounge reminds me of middle-school dating. You wait with anticipation for the coveted moment when you get to hold the other person's hand, but the entire time she strung you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Poleng recently to celebrate my hubbies b-day with a group of friends. Quick synopsis....(please note I only write a review when I feel that it is deserved)...The food was fantastic! The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is based on the food and drink. Last night left a lasting (good) impression on me. I came here with the managers from work for a little going away dinner. A few of us started off with some...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hi Poleng. I love you. I would eat you every day. That's what she said. Yours,KatieFor reals though... The food is interesting, well-prepared, and I think the portions they give leave you feeling very...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Truly excellent food! The first time we went, we were blown away by the quality of the dinner, dessert (mango sorbet I think was unbelievable), drinks, and the service was fantastic for how busy it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm flippin pissed I missed Boozoo Bajou last Friday. I didn't even know that they were going to be in the states and I end up checking 5 days too late. Damnit. I had a good time last year when Boozoo...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great service, cool atmosphere. Good prices. Loved the edamame, poke was a bit too small. The papaya salad was my favorite. Love the unique drinks.
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for a birthday celebration so it was strictly drinks and dancing. To think I could have dinner and then hang around until this place turns into a club. My bartender, Yasir (hopefully I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I want to like this place, but I had a bad experience with a bartender named Bryan. Otherwise, layout is quite good, good music, but here is my complaint letter sent to management:Hello,I attended my...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Yuck....I do not like this place.I did end up going to eat before the "lounge" portion of the night started. The food was alright but I think I just had some appetizers so I can't comment too much....
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had dinner here last night and I'm gonna say I'm pleasantly surprised how good the food was! We had the grilled edamame, kinilaw, salt and pepper squid, and crab noodles. OMG so goooood!! The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is one of the many great places in my neighborhood, but also one of my favorite little spots in the city. There's a few different sides of Poleng so I'll give my review of each:Restaurant/Bar:...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this is hands down my favorite restaurant!! its a tapas style restaurant that turns into a lounge/nightclub after hours. atmosphere is really nice. they have THE BEST calamari ever!!! heres what you...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a day! Poleng announced, through every channel it could find, that it would be open Inauguration Day from 11am to 1am. After listening to neighbors screaming and cheering during the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng means 'balance' in Balinese, per our super friendly server at Poleng, who also DJs every 3rd Saturday night and on Tuesdays because not only is this place a restaurant but it's also a lounge...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
their late hours happy hour deals are really good... I think a draft beer is $2!! and the adobo wings, sisig, and sweet potato fries are perfect. the music is always good. Minus one star for the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love poleng=)kiwi frequents here even though i've never been free on those fridays, that just makes this place way cooler. you got your chill blue jazz/r&b room up front and the crackin' hip hop...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i've been meaning to get to poleng ever since it opened but it's taken me forever to get there since i'm rarely in that part of the city =( finally had a chance when hubby and i joined some friends...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Little out of the way, but I kinda liked that cause I rarely get out there. Liked the setup and it was pretty crowded for a wednesday night. The drinks were great and the tea I ordered was really...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I first moved to SF in 2007 and immediately made a bunch of Filipino friends at SFSU, haha. So of course, we went here. A lot. So much that I stopped. Not to say that it wasn't great, but it got...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like Poleng Lounge. I came here when it turned into a disco for the night; I have not been here for dinner. Poleng is great in that it's a two for one deal. The front room is a lounge area with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
very chill spot. nice lounge and restaurant. only downfall is expensive drinks and cover charges on weekends.
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty happen'n spot on a friday night! Me and some of my boys from work rolled out here and stayed untill they closed the place down. It did turn out to be an expensive night though, $10 cover, $10...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've never eaten here, I only have been to the nightlife.I've been here about 3 times. It's an alright, typical, top-40, Asian/Filipino spot.I don't know if that means anything to you, but it means...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
**Lounge Review**$10 cover on a Saturday night which kind of sucks but it is the City.This place is only a couple blocks from where I live so I don't have to worry about parking. There is a parking...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been meaning to make a review for this place but had to find the right time to post. So we went here for my homeboys 25th Birthday and got a reserved table with our group. The atmosphere at...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good music....gooooood.If you want to know where all the Filipino's party, you can find them here on a Friday or Saturday night =).Food is not too shabby either. I love love the adobo wings and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't eaten here before ... just went for the club portion. Okay, my experience there was pretty fun, but that's because I was with some pretty cool folks. The interior is very nice and there was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food is good.Crowd and environment is good.Service is good.Music is good.$2 draft beers on Tuesdays is awesome.Bar in the front and bar in the back room.If you want a place to kick it and relax with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My experience here has only been with dinner and drinks, and not for the club experience here but if the club is anything like the restaurant then I love this place!Not only is the place a sexy and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for their NYE party. They were charging $60 at the door (!), but I guess that is to be expected on that particular night. Long story short, my friends and I were able to get in for free, and...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this lounge. I always have the most random things happen to me at this spot I can't help but love coming here.
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Anyone else feel like Poleng is kind of a confusing place?I liked the food and the service was friendly, but nothing seemed to make sense.No sense of how much food to order, seating is a little odd,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I cant speak so much for the food since my last past excursions to Poleng were strictly for ass shaking purposes. I like the vibe here in comparison to Milk. The girl to guy ratio is much more...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Poleng Lounge twice. One time for dinner and the other for a social event. Dinner was good, not great, but good. Its a lil' pricey for what you get. If you want authentic filipino...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Somewhat overpriced fusion cuisine housed in funky Southeast Asian decor. Fusion being: a mix of Filipino cuisine and like every other Asian cuisine possible. Yeah.So the boy and I ordered the garlic...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I just moved back to SF after 6 years and didn't even realize that this space was the old Storyville Club, and another one after that of which I forget the name. Its a cute place, but unfortunately...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Being Filipino, I had to try this place out. I went here on a Saturday night for dinner... parking, of course, was a joke. The food - crispy adobo was great. Sisig was, well, sisig but lacking...
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
haven't eaten the food so this is only a review of the night scene.lots of places to sit around, great bartenders (they don't make you wait too long and make strong drinks), excellent music, cover is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I always have fun at Poleng! I've never dined here so my review is based on after hours. This place ALWAYS has a DJ who knows what he/she is doing! I can't stand getting my groove on to some whack ass...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love poleng, but i've never eaten here so i can't say much about the food. i come here to have drinks and have a fun night out with friends.the drinks are good and reasonably prices. there's no...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Meh.. Meh is right! Overpriced, small portioned, can get this food anywhere else and better -place can suck a fruit salad. I've only been here more than once because my friends like it. I don't know...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is 100% for the food - I've never been for the nightclub, and from the reviews below never intend to. ;) It was a (relatively) quiet early Tuesday night, not too crowded, and we sat at a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome on thur/fri nights. I def recommend reserving the center table with couches if possible as this is one of the few tables they don't take out to make room after 10pm. DJ usually plays some good...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
SO I went lounging here. Last time I went, ppl weren't feeling it thaaat much even though it seemed like it.But this place is nice, but there are much nicer places too. And I like the asian fusion...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What's all the hype about poleng lounge?Passed by here, the place looked janky and small but there was a small line outside the place already. parking is a pain to find around here. a huge pain i...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went there for dinner and I was surprised that the food was decent. The last time I went to Poleng was when it was the old Storyville, so that left an uncertain impression on the food. Storyville...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
restaurant: yum! had the dumplings, the sisig, adn famous adobo chicken. the sisig was ridicously good. they crack the egg on the sizzling sisig and it was just to die for. the adobo chicken was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Contrary to my friends Angela and Arnold's reviews, I think Poleng isn't a bad place to lounge around and have a few drinks after dinner. People are pretty chill and there is plenty of room to find a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on Halloween with a bunch of friends. Had a great time. Good music. Good crowd. We came in before 10pm and lounged around, had a couple of appetizers (pretty good, edamame was awesome)....
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I think the Restaurant is a nice place, really. I have always been a fan of the $0.50 chicken wings and noodle dishes. The tea is awesome as well - the lemon tea is seriously the cure to the common...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I come here last time with friends and no like. Food very salty and no flavor. People very rude. I don't like what they bring to table. Very bad attitude.
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to go clubbing here back in the day when it was Storyville. That's probably why I never felt compelled to eat here, I still imagined the interior to be dark and club like, complete with the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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Love this post- Very creative menu. You have to try the Sisig w/ a raw egg and chicharron on top! At times it can be loud in the front room if you have dinner late but the music is good and the vibe is nice....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I wasnt that impressed. The atmosphere was ok, but all i can remember about the food is SALT! almost OD on sodium while I was there with the two appetizers I spilt with a friend
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Review for nightclub:If you're of average height and want to feel better about yourself, then Poleng Lounge is your answer.This is the epicenter of short people.Drinks are cheap and fast, but it...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
For a lounge, it was attempting to be pretentious and it wasn't that great. We were on the guest list and we still had to wait to get in, so I don't understand how that works out. We got there for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I waited in line for days and this is what I get????? You're fucking kidding, right?...and now you want $20 to get in this small sausage factory.I'll pass
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on a Sat night after drinks and appetizers at cha cha cha's. It was a cool place to just hang out. I give it four stars because they made my screwdriver with fresh squeezed OJ. Yummmm.......
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Now that I've been to Poleng more than once and tried the food more than once...and factor in that I'm in culinary school... I still think eating at Poleng is a great experience. I had to take away...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Any place that gives you a timer when you order high quality tea gets 5 stars in my book. I seem to remember most of the food being fried but I love the decor and the music they play. The calendar...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is not for the restaurant but for the night scene...I only attend Poleng events if one of my friends is promoting it, that way I know I am going to like the music and the crowd. I am much...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I came here on my honeymoon on a Tuesday night for dinner only. I had a blueberry martini, which was very tasty and used real blueberries. My husband and I then shared the poached bone marrow with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
oh poleng, sometimes i wonder about you.i've been here for two events - they've both been fun don't get me wrong but there are some things i just cannot figure out about this place!one: really? what's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a Friday a couple weeks ago and to my surprise, it's actually not bad. I've always wanted to come try the food here but never had the chance. I didn't like the fact that we had to pay $10...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is based solely on the food.The food was great. Must haves: chicken adobo wings, sisiq, salt & pep squid, eggplant. Good: Lumpia, shaken beef. Bad: NoneBeware that this place turns...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Alright ... so this place is small...and has only one toilet...and had a fire burning in the 100 degree indoor temperature... .... .... ... but compared to alot of bars/clubs in the city, Poleng has...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My sister was sweet enough to gather a few dear friends for a surprise birthday dinner and it was loads of fun and laughs. I had a couple calamantinis and a sweet melony drink. It's quite the trendy...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review will be solely based on the food. The menu is tapas style and so if you are really really hungry then maybe you should reconsider coming here. I must say the one dish I truly enjoyed was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What is shockingly bad about Poleng is not the food, or the venue itself, because both those are good. I had great food at Poleng and it's a beautiful atmosphere for dining. The management and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, I'm from LA! I've been to a few bar/lounges in SF and I've learned to not expect much but Poleng was OMG. Anyway, I can't believe i had to PAY $5. I think they should've paid ME. BTW, i...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I live in the neighborhood for this place, and while they have tasty treats, I would never recommend it. Just last weekend, I was woken up at 2 in the morning to a scene from fast and the furious....
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the lounge. This place is okay. Gets a little big busier at night. There's a $5 cover charge. Pretty diverse crowd. Music is pretty good, 2 rooms, the one in the back plays a decent...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They have a lot of negative reviews, that much I am aware of.I have gone here for happy hour a few times and really like there chicken wings. These are in no way east coast wings, but they are...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
RESTAURANT:Thursday night. Not crowded at all, no reservations necessary.We ordered:1. Ceviche Literally to Die for!!!! Must Try...perfect tangineses with a touch of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
lame...hot & musty - are they just letting everyone in. i can't breathe somebody get me an oxygen tank! shame on you poleng for not taking in to account fire codes and max capacity.drinks are...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Umm thanks but NO thanks. I will not be coming back here again... ever! This place was soo weird! We arrived a little after 10pm and the bouncers made us wait in line even though the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I would have liked this place tons more if it didn't take more than twenty minutes to flag down a bartender, if my mojito tasted a little less watery, and if there was more than one unisex bathroom...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the lounge. The bartenders were not very good at tending bar. Their drinks were extremely overpriced. 4 shots of jager should NOT cost $42. Anywhere. My tiny $10 long island tasted...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Wow....I was really disappointed. This place is very cute and has good potential. I really hated the fact that the bartenders weren't that efficient. We stood in the middle and neither bartenders...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
A very diverse crowd. You have your slutty Asian girls, your gang banging Southeast Asian guys, some Hispanics, a black person or two (probably the bouncer & his friends), and your token mid-30 year...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This review is not for the actual restaurant but for the lounge. I would really give it two stars but I gave it one extra star because my cousins DJ'd here a few times. The first time they DJ'd here...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2008
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This place is super cool and the food, to die for! Went there last night and had such a great experience. The staff was attentive and fun and the whole feel of the place is pretty relaxed with a funky hip...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
$17 for a $5 Blue Moon on tap and a Scooby Snacks shot? Sorry, no tip for you. I'm pretty sure it's not $12 for a Scooby Snacks shot. Don't know why I got charged that much. I'm pretty sure I got...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a review of the dining experience - the menu is all small plates and I have had just about everything and not been disapointed. Poleng has a great sake list and cocktail menu.the service is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My second time coming here actually wasn't as bad as my first. The bartender's were nicer. The bouncers are still jerks though, but whatever. The DJ in the back room was weak, but the one in the front...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Damp and not fun. Hate to turn on the lights.
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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We shop weekly at the Lucky across the street and have wanted to go in to the Poleng Lounge for sometime now and we finally did last week. I'm glad we did!What's cool about Poleng is that the food is great but...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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We shop weekly at the Lucky across the street and have wanted to go in to the Poleng Lounge for sometime now and we finally did last week. I'm glad we did! What's cool about Poleng is that the food is great...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not impressed. Two $10 cocktails should feel like they do something, but maybe all the fried food soaked up the scant amount of alcohol. The dA©cor is dark, and not very inviting for dining. A set...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a review of their food. The first thing I noticed about the menu was that all the selections were Fliipino dishes which I didn't mind at all. The Sisig tasted awesome. More than enough for two...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
with ingredients like cantelope puree, basil, and green tea juice, the cocktail menu features an array of unique cocktails. however, they are NOT STRONG pours at all. i noticed the alcoholic effects...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last time I went to this location it was called Storyville I think. Then before that something else. Then before that something else. Last time I was there hip hop music was spinning and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like the Poleng Lounge. I'm a fan of any establishment that has shanghai lumpia along with a few other classic traditional Filipino dishes or ingredients on their menu. Not exactly a fan of...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the food here is great. they give you decent portions. my friend and I went, we had to ordered about 4 entrees for the two of us, but it was okay because I wanted to try so many things on the menu....
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The good news is my friend, J, did not pass out in my floor today and nobody threw up in my front yard, thank you...The bad news is 564 reviews of Poleng giving them 3.5 star is a little off the mark...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for lounge not the food. We arrived early so we drank at the bar. This is a very popular place since USF is very close. Dress: Casual. I didn't get the memo that daisy dukes were the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a total idiot. Seriously. (Hang on, don't agree so resoundingly AND quickly now).I had NO idea that this place existed mere blocks from many friends' houses and that it served up some seriously...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went on a Saturday night for a friends bday. It really packed but the girl/guy ratio was decent. There was a DJ in both the the front and back rooms. The front room is pretty much for chillin and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
HANDS DOWN MY NEW FAVORITE ASIAN RESTAURANT...Anyone who rated this place low, obviously didn't eat or try the amazing cocktails.Food: Poached Marrow with Coconut...although not for the average...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Food is Awesome the people are friendly and the place is sooo cute! My first visit to SF and my cousin who lives there took me here and I must say I been missing it since! If you stay a little...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I am reading alot about the club atmosphere. BUT "The Nibbler" wants to talk about FOOOOOOOOOOOD! Since I am part Filipino I have to say I like the futuristic preparation of the adobo fried chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Didn't eat the food. Had a beer and sake. Got blasted and danced a bit. The place was packed with people. Go there to dance and have fun. WooHoo.
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
THIS REVIEW IS BASED ON THE FOOD, NOT THE CLUB.As a Filipino-American, I've got a lot of love & respect for how they're trying to bring Filipino & Filipino-inspired cuisine into a more upscale,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng management and bouncers were extremley rude and not polite whatsovever. Callled my white friend a faggot a$% nigger, which is very inappropriate, and just were downright in our faces yelling...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Well this was a spectacle! Waited a ridicules amount of time to get in. The bouncers/ door men did not play. They kicked 10 guys outta of the line in front of us cuz they gave him some lip. It got...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
went there last nite salty sisig boooooo sucks as a club!!!
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Got invited for a friend's bday bash but we ended up dining at the place. The reason, Filipino time should of known. I'm a Filipino too but I followed American time (venting at the moment).Time of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Throw on some new paint, lights, candles on table and serve over priced asian fusion............but I'm still not impressed. Its Storyville. It will always be Storyville. Even though its filled with...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I only came here once. I love the music they play. It's REAL HIP HOP with a little bit of old school. The crowd is real diverse so thats a plus....The downside was that the dancefloor was PACKED and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place epitomizes the definition of a Lounge in this city. There's a large, comfortable area in the front which you can hang out with. You can even bring a ton of friends, because there's plenty...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge is a dope spot for food and entertainment! I definitely love the food at Poleng. What can I say, I'm filipina so it's good to see a spot that can infuse traditional filipino cooking into...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I coulda swore I had written a review on this spot already...but I guess not. Been here for both the club AND restaurant.CLUB/LOUNGE: back room is the bigger of the two, and is mainly for dancing....
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my second time to Poleng. The first time was for a NYE party which was mixed and didn't leave me with the best impression; however, this most recent time I finally made it there for dinner.I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Never again.Reasons:- Too many times I've shown up with a small group to find all the tables are reserved, even though no one is in the place and it's the middle of the afternoon. This might be a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really love this place... great intimate venue, great *appetizer style* food, great crowd. A bit scene-y sometimes, but real san francisco locals. Great solid joint.
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The old Storyville- and the crowd here probably has no clue about that as they were infants when it was called that! I came here on SAturday 9/6 and the music was cool, we had bottle service, I was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Now that was some damn tasty dinner! Some people talk about Poleng as a lounge, others as a restaurant. I went to Poleng not really knowing what to expect from the food, but I had heard it was a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Review for after 10pm night scene:The drinks were great except they stop the specialty drinks at 10pm?! WTF who does that!!! They also ran out of Blue Moon the night I went, and that is always a sin....
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I would quote Borat on this one:"In my country people would go crazy for this one. Eh, not so much."Although, that Sunday night when me and K Gray went to some stand up comedians competition was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My best bud (who also happens to be my Filipino homey) took me to Poleng on a Saturday night. I'd heard good reviews about the beats this place throws down, so I thought the food couldn't be bad...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to the Poleng Lounge twice now and have enjoyed myself each time I have been there. The food has been wonderful both times! I am a fan of the mandarin-orange chicken salad it's...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice decor. Great friendly service. Lovely pictures.Get the marrow, and the wings. Actually, order two of each.Forget the rice and noodles. Seriously.Ask for secret menu item. Not the special of the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Saturday nights at Poleng definitely beats Friday nights at Poleng!! Guestlist is still $5 cover but without the guestlist it's $10. Music was better, more urban/hip hop beats--yay for the Bay....
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i really like this place. The pros about Poleng is that there is no dress code. They have 2 main areas. The front is where food and drinks are served. They play music and have a small dancing area....
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
In the Know: Do not let the outside fool you. This place has depth, quite literally. Housing two rooms, the Fireside Lounge (front room) and the Temple Room (back room), this multi-functional Balinese...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, being Filipino I have a bias that the best Filipino food can only be found at home. Nothing beats home made BBQ, Sisig, or adobe especially when its home sized serving portions. Now with that...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge is a cute little joint in SF. The ambiance is warm and inviting. We sat near the fireplace which was really nice and relaxing. They serve filipino tapas (small plates) and specialize in...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for the restaurant and not the lounge.I would like to say that this place serves the best Filipino food I have ever tasted. The first time I went with my girlfriend we started off with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good if you like trendy Asian food in a fashionable ambiance. Everything tastes pretty good, the presentations are striking, and the drinks are awesome.Bad if you are hungry - itty bitty portions for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know about the restaurant part of this place, but I don't like it as a nightclub. It reminded me a little a bit of City Nights, but this time with people 21 and up. Okay so it's not as bad as...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you love all kinds of Asian food, you HAVE to come here and dine here! I also like coming here for happy hours and hanging out with friends. The managers and staff here are so so so nice-my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
**GOOD THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES***Poleng Lounge is the hottest lounge by far. It may be small, but it's mos def a hot spot! Parking is never a problem. There's a huge parking garage right accross...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I went to this once to party and once to eat and both times it sucked. For partying, this place is real small. not much room to dance. and their drinks are overpriced. yea there's two rooms, but what...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place seems small, but there's actually a larger room and extra bar near the back of the building. I like that the first room is more lounge-y, where you can just sit, drink, chat, and chill....
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was in an especially curmudgeonly mood when we arrived at Poleng Lounge at 10 pm on a Sunday. I was coming down off a pretty serious sugar high after Tropic Thunder and needed some real dinner...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I give it a 4 star review. A lot of people hate on this place cuz of the size and what not, but its really nice inside and they have multiple rooms for different parties. Drinks are a bit pricey but...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng. I've heard so much about this place but I never went here. In fact, my mom came to eat here before I came to the lounge!A couple weeks back I came here for a friends birthday. I never...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to a birthday party here back in November. It was alright. So they have these tables that are made out of tree stumps (or so they look like). It's so dark up in this place that I put my (just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to an event here a few months ago and absolutely loved the place! The waiters/waitresses and bartenders were very friendly and helpful, and the food was phenomenal. My friends and I are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I have to split this review into a few sections, bear with me.1. I used to come here years ago when it was Storyville, and then again when it was 1751, even Dj'd at both a few times. I definitely...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All I can say is YUMMMMMMMM.... I'm definitely coming back here for happy hour. Their crispy adobo wings are OFF THE HOOK yummy and just everything else is delicious!! We had the BBQ Pork Belly, Sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My review is only on the lounge/club...There was no sign saying Poleng Lounge, but saw the address pretty clearly and it looks like a hole in the wall. Parking was hard, but eventually found a garage...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I only went for the 21 club/lounge part of it.The lounge itself was a little difficult to see.. I didnt see anything that said "Poleng Lounge".. just saw the address numbers and the cleaners next...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Finally got to experience the dance area! AND I went to to private party/dinner/drinks things here as well. They are very accommodating when booking an event - big or small. You can get the side...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is busy....at least the night we went. It was a Friday around 9pm.....no tables available so we sat at the bar.Sangria is not that good here.Bone marrow......I wish there was more marrow...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I feel like there should be two different listings for Poleng; one for the club and one for the restaurant. The two experiences are so different that it seems unfair to just rope all the reviews...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
not my cup to tea. hot, sweaty, packed, MORE guys than girls. Definitely for the younger crowd. they charge a lame cover.
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had a surprise 30th bday dinner here last Friday for my sister. My brother in law arranged it at the last minute and for that, I have to say that the management did an excellent job with such...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I finally got to try Poleng Lounge after tasting their food at the Best of The Bay Party a month ago. The food was yummy but kinda' pricey. Their Happy Hour sounds more affordable. Then there was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
To start, the drinks are delicious but expensive (prepare to shell out $10 each). We started off with the grilled edamane, the adobe chicken wings, the butterfly ceviche and finished off with the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The place is nice but you can't charge people to get in to this joint, so we just got bottle service. A place like this can't warrant a 249 bottle of grey goose. (They can't charge 250 because that...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I only went here couple of times, but those times that I went were pretty enjoyable. I would like to come here again more often. It's a different scene from the regular Asian club spots that I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Out of sheer principle, I would normally default any Asian fusion style restaurant as a "One Star" for the fact not only are they bells and whistling an authentic dish, but they're also charging you...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I feel kinda bad For my rating...Then again I don't bc they charged me to get into this place...OUTRAGES!This really wasn't my cup of tea at all! I was really just following the crowd one night when...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the only lounge I've been to more than a few times and there's reason for that. It's got a nice lounge area in the front of the place and a usually packed dance floor in the back. Music is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is for Poleng after it turns into a boite a nuit. I had an excellent time shakin' my thang with a couple of beezies for a few hours to top 40 hip pop that was spun well. There was ample...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars, yes I just did that. I've been going to this spot since they open but never tried their food until a month ago. It was tasty and satisfying--actually I was stuffed. I ordered a wide arrange...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food is de-lish!!I came here on a Friday night with my fiancee for his birthday. We intented to order from the Dine About Town menu but didn't b/c the regular items were so much more appealing....
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had the opportunity to attend a social gathering last night in support of the Seismic Challenge. The nibbly bits were amazing, grilled edame, spicy wings, tuna tartar, and calamari were offered and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
i got sick from their drinks. i only had one beer and a rum and coke. i've also heard other girls with bad experiences with the mixed drinks. i was up all night throwing up. i didn't have much to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have thrown parties at Poleng a bunch of time but just recently tried the food there. I have to admit I was a little skeptical of the menu (Filipino fusion I guess you can call it) but after my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
:::RESTAURANT REVIEW ONLY:::3.5ishThough it's a great spot for nightlife, music, drinks and whatnot, a few friends and I headed here on a Wednesday night for some dinner. The food is great. Sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went last night and my friend described it so well I'll use his comment, "It was like a broke ass house party" The DJ spinning was awkward and it was hard to figure out what kind of vibe he wanted....
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Indeed a very successful attempt of American Filipinos to "rep" Pinoy food in the bay with a twist of what the last decade calls "nouveau".It is perfect, it's tasty and it's damn good.The sisig is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
On a Tuesday night, I find myself in the company of 5 Asian girls in the Haight, all looking to go out after dinner. I'm too old and was never cool enough to know the party spots on any given day of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is deep, dark, with up-beat background music. . . exactly what the name says, a lounge that doubles as a restaurant. I arrive and the owner/host is busy on the phone. I wait. I wait. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The bar seems to lack some better spirits. Kissui vodka in EVERYTHING. Minus one point, sorry.The food made up for the bar with some very tasty selections like the butterfish in coconut and vinegar,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't know about the club/lounge. But, the restaurant and bar are solid.MMMM, sweet potato fries with banana ketchup. And the ahi poke, civiche butterfish, minced chicken lettuce cups, papaya salad,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been there once and I was an out of towner. I thought the cover was steep ($10 I think), but the DJ was great, and so were the hip-hop acts that night (Hopie Spitshard to name one). I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here last Friday after 10PM for someone's birthday. It's right by USF and a residential area, so parking was a little hard to find. We parked by the school's baseball field and walked a couple...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If there wasn't an entire nightclub/lounge/DJ scene that I've never experienced there, I would automatically give it 5 stars. My friends love going by late-night.FoodTapas/small plate style means a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a friend's birthday party. We ordered a prix fixe menu because we were a big party. No big deal. But the food was definitely not worth the $25 we paid. Every dish was the size of an...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very refreshing food and drinks. Night club is always fun
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Love their food! But the service is not that great. We had a surprise birthday party there for my bf but it was ruined by the staff. First off, since we live together instead of calling my cell...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here the other day for friend's birthday dinner.Party of two.Sat at the crappy two seater in the very front of the restaurant. It's by the side of the bar, and behind the host station. It...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went here yesterday for my best friends birthday.. we were a party of 10.. the waiter was very accommodating and nice.. however by the end of the of meal. i feel like they were really trying to rush...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice feel to this restaurant by day and club by night joint.Just go!
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So my second time back for dinner at Poleng for my friend's birthday was a little disappointing from the first time I was here. She wanted to try it out since we had a good time last time. We had a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for dinner with another couple after checking out reviews on Yelp. The food was so amazing and flavorful! Definitely come with a group so you can enjoy more items from the menu. We had...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
(Speaking from the club perspective) It was a Friday, I had a long ass week and it was ultra hot outside so It was my chance to go out and live it up in the city...excited, ready to have fun and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a really amazing meal at Poleng Lounge the other night. The chef is incredibly talented, not to mention young and cute. We had an amazing tasting of elegant Filipino street food. Everything was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This will be the first of a 2 part review for Poleng. I came here tonight for a comedy show my friend was putting on, and I had a great time. We were in the bar/ lounge area in the back and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Do you remember the old Storyville? Well that's now the Poleng Lounge. I went with a few friends for a birthday party and it was all Asians. I guess it depends on the promoter but from the old...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There's something to be said for dining at off-peak hours in some places. The first time I went to Poleng about a year ago it was a rainy Thursday evening and the place was mobbed. I was with an...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just got back from Poleng a bit ago... first trip, and I was impressed at the variety of flavors lurking within the menu. HUGE tea menu, ok sake menu, disappointment ensued when I couldn't find San...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for dinner. Its a small lounge with cute decor & a cool atmosphere. I like the set up of the place. We actually were seated in the back cause we had a larger party which is were they...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was suggested for my birthday dinner last summer because I wanted a cool place to eat and hang out after. My friend said her favorite chef owns the place and she just loves it. Our large...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is a small, cozy semi-chique asian fusion place with small plates. Food was tasty and plentiful - didn't seem like small plates. The menu is pretty interesting, only downside was that you might...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
PAN-ASIAN or just a dark asian decor?My friends from the eastbay always say "dang jane you like going to poleng lounge" because when they come to the city I make them go there to kick it with me. I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the tea infused cocktails, the tasty small plates, and the fact that it's across the street from my home.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i gave this place 3 stars because the music was absolutely horrible! maybe we came the wrong night but wow, no one was dancing. how could we? we came here on a friday night expecting to dance. the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for dinner and dancing with another couple. The wife of the couple found great reviews on Poleng so she recommended that we try it.Upon being greeted by the host, we were seated pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place has a stylish decor with an Asian theme. When I went last Saturday, they were charging $5 cover which I presume is the normal weekend rate. I'd probably come back here, but more so...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for dinner and left happy, stuffed, and anxious to come back again! Where do I start, we ate a lot. The service was excellent. The dining area is very modern, comfy, and filled with hip...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
First time I walk in here, the hostess was like, it's a $5 cover. I was here with my roommate, and since we live just across the street, thought we'd go for a pre drink there before going out later...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A solid four stars with good bartenders and great food. This can make your wallet skinny up real fast, though. The crowd was very cool, sexy and nice. Servers were on top of things.
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for a friend's rehearsal dinner. As a bridesmaid, I was trying not to eat so much before the wedding, but I couldn't help myself here! Everything was soooo good. We had about 30...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Such a cool spot. I was frustrated to not have gone to this place sooner since it is so close to where we live. Ate here a few times and you really can't go wrong. Some memorable dishes include the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food: amazing asian tapas. had the butterfish ceviche, ahi poke, crab noodles (although not sure there was actually crab on these), and more. papaya salad was so-so, but the chargrilled edamame more...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You must order the Ahi Poke and the Ceviche butterfish together. Heaven and hell represent in this one and you'll taste why. Anything else you order, I'll leave it up to you. Typically, ordering...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to Indonesia, and nothing compares to the phenomenal flavors of Bali, like Poleng Lounge. The chef here is exceptionally talented. I have been dozens of times and the food flavors always...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay first and foremost, i want to say that this is one of the best filipino/asian fusion restaraunts i've been to- i know cause i'm from the philippines and i couldn't even compare to the food they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for a fundraiser for the YMCA and have to say it was a pretty snazzy place.I'm totally digging the decor (the wall waterfall thing is just groovy) and the fresh fruit juice cocktails were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Poleng Lounge maybe about 3-4 times and I've always had a decent experience. One thing I really liked about Poleng is that the bartenders are fast and make the drinks heavy. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been to Poleng on the late tip for shows, parties, etc. At first this place seemed pretty cool with it's modern Asian decor and lively crowd, but after a handful of times you begin to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
NoPa is the Silverlake of San Francisco. Within the past couple years, there has been an influx of great new bars and restaurants in the North Panhandle area - Madrone Lounge, NOPA (Restaurant), Bar...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever I come up to the city to go bar hopping, this is the first, and sometimes only, place I go, and for good reason. It's a fairly small venue, but it's all about the atmosphere here. It's very...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
sweet potato fries.... with banana ketchup. i dunno what they put in that ketchup, but it is SO good! the fries aren't greasy or over/undersalted. perfectly soft and crunchy.the edamame is grilled,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've given this place 4 or 5 chances now - and every time I go, the service is just horrendous. And I'm one who is INCREDIBLY appreciative of people who serve me and would never be rude unless given...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, 400 reviews! Crazy...Not sure what I can possibly say that hasn't been said over the past gazillion reviews. I like this place - the ambiance, the food, the drinks and the staff. I've had the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A star for service, a star for menu, a star for atmosphere, a star for presentation, and a star for being able to fill up a vegetarian at a small plate restaurant. I don't give five stars easily,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was EXACTLY what I look for in a lounge. Not only is it hip and unpretentious, the dance floor was amazing to boot. The music was absolutely on mark and it kept my friends and I dancing...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Thumbs down to Poleng Lounge! My friend had a birthday party there, and they made us wait on line for 25 minutes in the freezing cold, while the entire back room was EMPTY! I suspect that they did...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is cute and hip. I like the decor and the cool wooden tables they have scattered around, and the dance floor in the back is a surprising but nice touch. It does tend to get a little hot....
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
UPDATE: I came here yesterday for its club portion only. The line is ridiculously slow, which is inexcusable for a small level lounge like this. The DJ plays remixes of mostly 90's hiphop and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yup this is my new work. After the mojito supercharge, I'm now doing "elixirs" with all kinds of fresh fruits and herbs muddling to make beautiful cocktails.Seriously, I've never made a cocktail with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i went there a few weeks ago and i wasn't thoroughly impressed. the drinks were a bit overpriced and it was incredibly overcrowded. the only reason why i wouldn't go back there is because they don't...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I used to live a block away from Polengs and remember when it first opened. I was over at what was then Albertson's and is now Luckys, and I looked across Fulton and saw a very inviting atmosphere....
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food was decent. I didn't think it was worth the price though. $ 7 for a small bowl of yam fries and side of catsup blended with bananas was bit much, but I'll chop it up to having fancier...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great experience at Poleng Lounge for multiple reasons. First, the hostess who was on last night. I was 15 minutes late for my reservation and she did everything in her power to get us seated (she'd...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friend and I went to Poleng on a Wednesday night without a reservation and we were offered seating on a love seat at a low table in the center of the restaurant and we absolutely loved it! We were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OOOOOOOOOOOOOH. Let me tell ya about this place. This place is GREAT! This place is PHENOMENAL! This place is the only place my younger sisters (who both live in LA) request to dine when they come up...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hip and sexy! Not to mention, the food was delicious!One day I must go to check out the night club!
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to this place three times but have only eaten here once (the first two times were for fashion shows, the third for a friend's bachelor party dinner). The first thing that surprised me was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a top-notch joint. And their hostess, Kelly Kate, is one of SF's greatest treasures. Try the crispy adobo wings and garlic crab noodles. And wash it all down with a couple of Yellow Fevers.
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We've been meaning to try this place out for a while and finally had the opportunity to drop by this afternoon.Friendly staff and the food was good. Really 3 1/2 stars rating. We had the sizzling...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, hell yeah! I ate here a couple of times - and both dinners were soooo good! Get the Fried Chicken Adobo! Then dance with me later coz I had too many Greyhounds! :)
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had no idea a "tea lounge" existed in SF until my parents brought me and my sister here. Walking into the first room was great, loved the atmosphere. Since we went on a Sunday evening, there wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had dinner here tonight with a group of out of town friends from New Zealand, Alaska and the general city toter; me! A few things about a lounge that turns me on is Ambience, style of food, quirky...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here the other night. Nice inside and all staff were helpful and pleasant. The food was really good - family style, somewhat like tapas. The best plates we had were definitely the Lumpia,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for three of my friends birthday, and we had what Poleng called a "banquet." The food was overpriced for what we got. We had the sweet potato fries, lumpia, adobo chicken wings,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to come chill and have drinks with a group of friends. Ambiance is very feng-shui with the asian themes and flat screen tvs by the bar showing pictures of Asia. There's two rooms, one in...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love, love, love this place. Reservations: you can easily get reservations on OpenTable.com. I sign up for reservations on Friday and Sunday for dinner the same day. Parking: parking can be a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Most importantly, do yourself a favor and order the edamame.I met a girlfriend here for Tuesday night drinks and eats. The restaurant was moderately-filled with a few empty tables but the hostess...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Although their Chicken Adobo taste nothing like authentic Filipino chicken adobo, it is a must at Poleng lounge. The food is decent but i would definitely go here for their assortment of sake and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had dinner at Poleng for the first time last night and was very impressed overall.The food was delicious! I especially loved one of the specials, which was satay on lemongrass skewers. Another...
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng fo' sho' mang. I haven't been there that many times but I can guarantee any night you go, you'll be surrounded by good folks. The doucebags and ho's are to a minimum. The DJ's are always good....
yelp.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food is ok, has a very filipino vibe to it. Last time we went for a birthday and I made an observation. During the regular dining hours its pretty much full of white people, but right about 10-1030,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Updated Review:So the reason I love this place is their Beef Salpicao and they took it off their menu!!! WHAT!!!??? Why??? No, i know why, they told me and it sucks! When i came here last week and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a few times for both dinner and dancing. They have a pretty good variety of Asian style small dishes (yup, no large portions here, although you pay large portion prices). They also have...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
*Bar Review Only*Came here on Saturday to meet some friends. There was a line to get in. Wait a second... A line to get in to a restaurant? Or is this a lounge? This is the weirdest concept for me and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for the club, I love house music and this place delivers. Turntables on the Hudson threw down that night with live drumming. finding parking was a bitch but I was drunk so I didnt care....
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Late night Eats, Drinks, Music, Tea?Depending on the night and the right company this place wavers on a four and a half. (I realize there are no half stars so I'm just tellin ya) I've been coming here...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for my friend's birthday and fund raiser benefit.It wasn't during dinner, so we had the club experience.The doormen are really chill and it was quiet easy to get in, that is...until the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is great if you're one of those people like me who want to nibble on a bunch of different things. everything is served as small plates, tapas style. my friend and i tried out the ahi,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've recently been to Poleng Lounge twice. Once for a birthday and once for dinner. Upon entering, the first room is nicely decorated. It's rather small, but has a calming vibe to it. The back...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I usually go to Poleng for its nighttime lounge, but recently did it sit-down for their asian 'tapas.' My roommate knows the head chef and he ended up making us 3 additional dishes.Their garlic...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good for groups after work, good happy hour and appetizers. Food was decent at a decent prize. Expect to see lots of USF students , since it is so close to the Univerist. Will go back , the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice and both experiences have been great. Maybe because I'm from the south bay and anything different is great. I had the garlic noodles, crispy chicken adobo, and samosa. I loved it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We got here a little on the later side after making a few other stops in the East Bay and SF. We met the 3 location minimum for it to be a real night out. That's what someone told me anyway. After...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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My girfriend and I live in the neigborhood and consider Poleng to be the best restaurant around. The only other neighborhood restaurants that come close are Cha Cha Cha, Little Star Pizza and Nopa. Poleng's...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've passed by this place multiple times and always wanted to try it. Well, I got my chance on a Thursday and it was just "ok". The "ceviche" with the hint of coconut was different but not...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The place was alright for dinner. I came with friends and this was my first time there. Think the food & drinks were alittle over priced for what you get. It was pretty small portions and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The ambianceI like Poleng because it's different. It's a hipster Filipino joint, which you can't find much of in the bay area (ew Serramonte mall!). The crowd isn't GHETTO like what I expected, just...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hit and misses. Hits: The ambience is great. I love the decor and intimacy of the restaurant. Miss:If you're not into the club scene (I'm over it) it turns in to a club after around 10pm. We had...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I give this place 3.5 stars.I arranged a banquet event order here for a party of 15 for 3 birthdays.The service here was really great. While planning my event, the manager was very patient, explained...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you like to eat, get drunk, and dance, this is the place to go. My friend and I went here on friday night without any reservation but since there were just two of us, we could get a table right...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng lounge is one of the most unique restaurant-lounge hybrids I've been to. The food can be described as Filipino/Chinese/Japanese fushion and the decor matches the eclectic mix of all those...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
everyone should have a neighborhood place like this supercute, supernice bartendresses best (if not most healthy) edamame in the known universe -- they're pan-fried in oil, and they're worth it a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
dope beats, great mixed crowd. we had a great time here on a Friday night. drinks are cheap too! $18 for 3 shots of grey goose!
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with my boyfriend and my dad. We ordered a lot of small plates and they were all really good. I can't recall everything that we ordered because it was awhile ago. I do distinctively...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
400 some odd reviews, so I won't say much else that hasn't already been said. It's best to review this place by separating dinner from club.Dinner:Dinner was very good. They had some adobo wings...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
PASS. Not really much of anything. Been to a few bar nights here and can't say I was ever that impressed.I'd leave this place to that deep, dark, pit of places too unremarkable to bother saying...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
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yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for my gf's birthday with a party of nine and had a GREAT time. I thought the inside of the restaurant had a really cool vibe- it kind of sucks you in to this chill atmosphere where you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
wow, ive had some crazy nights at poleng lounge. this place typically isnt your bump and grind, lets make a baby while we're dancing type of club. however, as mentioned, i've had some crazy ass nights...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is pretty cool. It's a bit out of the way...unless you're a USF student...but there isn't that much in the surrounding area, it's more of a destination than a place you stop it along the way to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The evening started out nicely as we celebrated a friend's birthday at Poleng. Food is reasonable, and quite tasty. Certainly do not miss the crab noodles, grilled edemame, lumpia and sweet potato...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Lot's of rave reviews for Poleng, but I can't say I was all that impressed. The food was decent, with some hits and misses. The grilled edamame was my favorite, with the lumpia and chicken mango salad...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a Wednesday night for my buddy's last day at our company. The decor is really cute and they had some super interesting cocktail choices. Everything we ate was delicious and the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously.....I would like to have words with anyone who rates this restaurant less than four stars!!! 8-O ......I would be shocked! This restaurant not only sells me on the food but the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So came here Saturday night for dinner and dancing for my sister's 21st birthday...Now I used to come here often when it was Storyville and I must say that I love the change! The venue is totally...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My best friend had her bday shindig here over the weekend - so we came in for appetizers, drinks and good music. Everything was REALLY tasty: poke, shaken beef, garlic noodles, ceviche, chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was surprisingly a cool spot to hang out at. It was my cousin's 21st birthday so we made a reservation for 10 and met up for some appetizers and drinks and then stayed for the club after. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I decided to have my birthday here despite the fact that I have never been here. And I don't regret it; they took great care of my party. I ordered yam fries, pork & pineapple yakitori, garlic crab...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'm mad. Mad that this place tries to look like something it's not on their website! They try to make it look like it's the ultra trendy loungey place when it's really not even close. Like everyone...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
day 6 my last night in sf (hoped it was a night to remember)so we came to poleng after karaoke. in sf they drink early, then eat, then sing, then dance. wow.i arrived first then other yelpers rolled...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I first walked in, I felt like I might be entering someone's creatively cool basement bar or like an awesome family garage party. We got to sit next to the fireplace which was nice and cozy and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for the second time last nite and was not any less all about it than I was the first time. Rolled out with the homies for some dinner (like the last time I was there) and had a great meal....
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
place always been on point! super good music! bartenders are cool as fuck! yahhh! if yah wanna hi this place during he day thurr crab garlic noodles r off the chain! they got some fusion sha bang...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
so mayb if i went for drinks only it would have been a good experience...i guess better company would have helped (i hope he's not reading this)the food. what.....is......this....stuff..........o.O?...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Date & Time: Late DinnerCompany: MichaelCrowd: Diverse, Great for GroupsVibe: StrangeDecor: Dingy with Lounge in the Middle and Bar on one Side and Tightly-Packed Tables on the Other. Ghetto...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I walk by Poleng to do my laundry or get a treat from Starbuck's. Every so often I walk by at night and hear the music and see people getting a breather outside. So finally after a few months of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What's with the lack of a coat check on a rainy Saturday night? I like to dance, but I don't prefer to use my sopping rain-shield as a partner. I stashed my things in the corner where it was nice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
good food and good people at poleng. i live half a block away and i must say this place is a solid establishment. i always order the sisig with egg (best dish), crab noodles, adobo wings, and poke....
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place has a really hot chef. not just hot like- your cooking is amazing, hot. but hot like- i wouldn't mind having you in my kitchen with an apron on (and nothing else), hot.recently, they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
They have a fire place, lit, the entire time. I swear it feels like Hades when you're in the back room, it's hard to breathe, but if you can withstand the sufferance, it's a pretty cool place. One...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been there once for a birthday dinner. They have a back room which accommodates large parties. We had a group of 20. The menu items were already pre-ordered/fixed and were tapas-like (small...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
ATTN: Your experience may vary.I've been here on numerous occasions and I have failed to be disappointed with this place. I've done dinner/lounging thing and have enjoyed it. The service was great....
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I fell into a coma after eating here! Then I thought it was smart to dance it off and got a side ache, but I dont mind getting side aches for the rest of my life if it's eating here...If you like...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Couldn't have been much worse, actually. Food was uninspired, bordering on bad. Some dishes were over seasoned, some truly bland. The crab noodles were decent, but that wooden spork-tongs-thingy...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
How in the world is this a "dance club"? No matter, I had a very lovely dinner here the other night, featuring these highlights:Crispy Adobo Wings - as my dining companion said, "You can't go wrong -...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
who knew someone would take traditional Filipino dishes and modernize them!! the food was interesting and good at the same time... but when it comes down to it i will take traditional home cooked or...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Last time I was here I got really drunk so I don't really remember it (I think it was fun?)This time I wish I had been really drunk so I didn't remember it.Terrible, I repeat, TERRIBLE service. Plus,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Update 05.24.08:Had the dirrty 30 party here. Still love it! Drinks weren't too strong but it don't matter since I had like 10 drinks and shots. I also didn't realize till this time that there's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here once, but my experience was awesome. The place was super clean and the staff was welcoming and willing to bend over backwards for me. I went to drink and was hanging out in the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
never underestimate the power of pulling out a notepad and scribbling something down when you are receiving bad service. normal patrons don't do such things - only critics and yelp-ers. its like...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am reviewing Poleng as a restaurant more than a bar or club. Pluses: Easy parking (there's a lot across the street), mellow ambience, excellent tea selection, the best edamame anywhere (grilled...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Is this place really still open?Really?This baffles me.I remember when it was the Fulton Club or whatever, and now that it's turned into something different, let's face it, it still sucks. The space...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
poleng stands for philipino hang out.or it's quite possible that i only end up here with my friend lloyd, who is phillipino, and knows 4/5 philipino people in san francisco (old people included).i've...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to the Poleng NYE pre-paid dinner. It was amazing! The restaurant has a dark, hip vibe and there was a DJ providing the beats to accompany dinner. Our group sat in the more relaxed lounge area,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a big birthday bash here, and they handled us (very hungry lushes) very well. Food, customer service, etc were very good. Unlike other reviewers here, I DON'T think the food is overpriced, but...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went for a 2nd time for a lowkey holiday dinner with some work friends, 2 of whom have pretty conservative palates and 1 with a taste for Pinoy food - specifically, pork sisig and sinigang. Well let...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here are my tips for Poleng:- don't get the roti: it was okay, but not worth the price and really greasy- don't get the frou frou drinks: again, not worth the price. they weren't strong, and just had...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I hate this place. Negative 50 bagillion stars. The food is okay, but overpriced. I've been here a few times for dinner and dancing. But thats not why I'm complaining. The bouncers here are...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
alright, first off....i just learned that "alright" is not a proper english word...who knew????okay, now to the food...yummy on the most part. love the roti! everything is pretty decent. i have...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2007
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The owners of this place have no morals whatsoever. My company of 130 people had the place booked for our annual Christmas party and then three days prior to our big event they told us we couldn't have our...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Don't go here.The owners of this place have no morals whatsoever. My company of 130 people had the place booked for our annual Christmas party and then three days prior to our big event they told us...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Bars and restaurants don't usually co-exist. Sometimes, the restaurant dominates. Other times, the bar wins. This place is an example of the latter. Wish I had known that before I went...I came...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Theres something about asian street food in a high end atomsophere that i just love. The teas are really good too. The ambiance is fun and cool. Service is very good. You wont be disappointed.
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place might be alright, but they canceled our 100 person party in favor of some dj event or something that they wanted to have instead. I look on their website and it looks like they are trying...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
These guys blow. They double booked the evening of our 2007 Christmas party and canceled our reservation 2 days before the event.That aside, I returned on a separate occasion and enjoyed the food.
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite night spots. The food is yummy, their drinks are to die for, and music is great. I don't like coconut, but their coconut bread pudding was the best dessert that I've had...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
*Not a dinner review - dancing only*Came here Saturday night with high hopes of dancing my booty off and boy did I ever! I had so much fun. HUGE dance floor which is a major plus for me cause I like...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Friday night, 7ish p.m. Happy Hour with the Girls to catch up on the latest. This is my second time here, and we found parking right around the corner. When, we got in we found seating at the bar....
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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this place is kindda cramped. there are two rooms one in the front and one in the back. when i've gone there's always been one dj in each room. sometimes there are performances in the back room. the front room...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy corn fritters and lychee cocktails. Cute decor and mellow setting. Not too expensive.
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Something has to be pretty lacking for me to give it two stars. Awkward service. Mediocre food at best (we even had to send one dish back as it was so vinegar-y). Ok atmosphere. Always curious...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just had dinner at poleng earlier tonight. a family friend lives a block from the restaurant so we walked over around 7 and got a table right away. I think we lucked out because every other table...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went to a party here. It was expensive.
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Finally, this place was definitely an interesting spot to be at for my birthday celebration. My Faux Hawk friend, got the suggestion from his cousin. So we picked up two of my friends (let's call em D...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here during the nighclub hours. We went in and stood at the first bar for about 10 minutes trying to get a drink, we were actually resting on the bar (not 3 people deep at the bar) waiting for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i think this has got to be one of my favorite hang out spots. i love the worldy vibe in their with the picture slideshow of places from all around the globe. the music is always fun to dance to, and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The defination of a Three-Star restaurant, in my book: a bit pricey, looks good on paper (i.e., the menu), with a ton of potential, but doesn't quite deliver...the kind of place I would have really...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
never have i been so blatantly ignored at a bar. it was a tuesday night, three people working behind the bar, barely anyone in the place. i met a friend for a glass of wine, he had already been at the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went for dinner. I really don't get the raves about the food. It was alright. Just fine. Good, not great. Probably won't go back as there are too many new places to check out and great places to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I initially tried this restaurant because I saw Chef Tim Luym at a cooking demonstration at the Macy's Cellar. He made his famous crab garlic noodles. He was featured in the SF Chronicle as a rising...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
**ok i harshed out on this place. ima give it another chance since my friend is djing here dec 7 and i like him**what could i possibly add to a place that has over 300 reviews? well, here goes:...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty appetizers and interesting cocktails. I've never been during the "nightclub" incarnation hours, but I think it's an awesome lounge for evening nibbling and sipping. The dining room is a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i haven't been here for food, but i came with a bunch of friends for their first friday of month shindig, future classic, which was totally fun... when dj # 1 decided to stop mixing his 70's lounge...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food was very good.Service was very goodAtmosphere was very nice, hip.Definitely recommend for a datenight.I had a special drink which was ok.Wife had a tea which was deliciousEverything we ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
*Updated review 5/23/08---Excellent, Excellent, Excellent 5 StarsTried this place out with recommendations from family. I was a little apprehensive when we walked in the door and my first thought...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay. This place has to get some lighting for their sign. I drove around twice and missed it twice. The food, however, is pretty good. You should definitely have their sweet potato fries with banana...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Grimy ...which i dont mind but gets hot and not too spacious. Dance area in the back is big enough...standard priced drinks...just is a place that makes you think twice were you sit....
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here last night for dinner since my friend had an hour for lunch. Place was pretty packed at 8PM. The food was good not great but good.We had the shanghai lumpia, the wings, poki, which was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been there twice now, and both times had a very favorable impression and a great meal. I live really close by and walk by occasionally. For a while I was nervous about trying the food because...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4 Stars, based on bar/lounge/club, no dining...I don't find myself in the City often, but three of the last four times I was, it was for a couple of Massive Selector (http://www.massiveselector.com/)...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty cool as a night club and has a good lay out. The bartenders are receptive and the DJs spin good hip hop. My only beef is that the patrons are too digital camera happy crazy....
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I planned a birthday party for a large group of friends at Poleng. Poleng blew it and showed a lack of professionalism and taste. There are many great places in this city to eat, enjoy a drink and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
(monday)gouda: can you reserve friday? i want to take you out to dinner.sweetpea: cool, i don't need to wash my hair or paint my toe nails :)where we goin'? gouda: it's a surprise!sweetpea: cool, so...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, I think the "price range" listed at the top is not really accurate.. but I guess it depends on whether you're ordering a lot of drinks or whatever. but for dinner, I've never spent more...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been several times and I can not get enough of their garlic noodles. YUMMM! Anyplace that serves bone marrow lands a place in my heart. A friend and I arrived at 9p on a Sat nite without a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food: GOOD food. I love their chicken lettuce cups, their garlic noodles (which I always request with chicken instead of crab), the chicken karrage, the chicken salad,and the sweet potato fries. Every...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I worked with Tim L. a while back and knew he opened up a restaurant, but I live in the Peninsula ... so I came to Poleng because my current co-workers live across the street from them. I was pleased...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
its homey...meaning its asian comfort food...oh...and i believe the backroom now has an AC....
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
First attempt for lunch - closed for the daySecond attempt for lunch - lunch service discontinuedThird attempt - dinner last night:Dinner: Roti with tea infused curry ($5) good but there were only 2...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Servers seem a little snooty and engages in their own conversations more than tending to tables.Poleng lounge has a nice atmosphere and a good TEA selection.Plates are small, but flavorful.A little...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on a Saturday night to celebrate a friend's birthday. From what I can remember, the place seemed nice? Then again it was really dark -- so dark that I couldn't recognize friends' faces until...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went in for dinner about 3 weeks before I decided on a venue for my 30th birthday bash and ordered a variety of things that sounded good from browsing on their website. We ordered sweet potato...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice place. Great small plates. Excellent prices for the food. Ironically, the cocktails are GROSSLY OVERpriced! $10 for a Mojito?!!! And a tiny one at that! Please! This isn't the Financial...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I must admitted that I like This Restaurant, Poleng what a funny name.start with the chef, he poured me my empty glass,what in the world a chef become a waiter after kitchen closed??he took our advise...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The menu looked so enticing that my friend and I decided to eat here before our friend's birthday shindig at the same place.Although we made a reservation for 9:15, we got there at 9:30, and our table...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
THE CLUB: I literally live a stones throw from here so my roommate and I decided to check it out. It sucks. It is unbelievably hot and full of fresh to San Francisco, barely 21, USF students. I'm sure...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food? ***** starsService/policies? * starsWent there for dinner at 6pm on time for our reservation Saturday with a friend.We were told before we ordered that we could only stay till 7:30pm. .....um...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had reservations for 7pm on a Saturday night (yay for Open Table!) and were promptly seated when we arrived. Our waitress was friendly and fairly attentive despite the busy crowd. She recommended...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Didn't realize there'd be such a "scene" here but I guess should've seen it coming. No matter. I made a reservation for 9:00 but it took longer than I thought to get seated. No matter. Is there such a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Even though we didn't have reservations, we were able to sit at the bar and order drinks & food. The following dishes are delicious: Thai Bird Chili Chicken Lettuce Cups, Crispy Adobo Wings, Sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Great Location, parking in the garage across the street. Food is really greasy! If you are having a hang over and want to spend your night vertually alone with about 7 other people including the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
FINALLY someone killed the horrific vibe that the old Storyville and Social Club left there...now its the coolest lounge in the hood at night BUT...the Food is so good...haven't had a bad meal there...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I only had the dining experience. I didn't stay for the nightlife. The food is pretty good but the place smells like a bar so it kind of ruined it for me and it's really noisy even early on. I think I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
On two separate visits, all the dishes were very good. But there were some dishes I would not order again:* Madras Samosas - a bit dry and not much curry flavor - I would rather get this at an Indian...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Poleng last week for the first time. Though I really enjoyed the dining expierence overall, I thought the food was only about 3 stars. We went on a Thurs night. Wanted to eat at 8pm but...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh. I went to Poleng on a Sunday night with Mary. You don't know her. I had a great time, though. The people at the table next to us got the short ribs special. When I asked how they were, the guy...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Is it Filipino Adobo? no. I make Adobo-I am Filipino.Is Joy, Filipina? yes. all points to yes.Does this make her an authority on the subject?No. But this does make her an expert.Is it Indian Samosa?...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
never have i left a restaurant feeling so happy. usually i leave feeling disguistingly full and wishing i hadn't eaten so much. but this place left me happily satiated. the dishes were just enough...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go to Poleng Lounge. Go there often. And go there soon. Word on the street is that they may soon meet the fate of many small restaurant startups here in San Francisco. I'm not worried though....
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Just like the ol' Storyville days, Poleng is a good spot to bring a party of friends if you wanna lounge, and chill. Their Asian-inspired (some Filipino) tapas are innovative- but being a picky...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
On my last visit, I was pretty disappointed with the food at Poleng. This was truly one of my favorite restaurants after going there on three separate occasions in 2007. On my last visit, however, I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love Poleng. If I ever scrapped enough cash, and I happen to miraculously secure a liquor license, I would open a bar/lounge just like Poleng. Comfy, laid back...people are just so chill and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Hadn't been here since the yelp event a million yrs ago. I don't remember liking it then, and I definitely wouldn't recommend it now.Went for dinner with a friend after we noticed the line for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have a thing about going to restaurants that serve Filipino-ish food...it's sorta like cheating on my mom. But Poleng is the place where mom would approve! Good job, chef. You have saved me from...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have only been to Poleng in the evening for drinks - no special events, no cool DJs... just like a regular (and kinda empty) lounge/nightclub.In my opinion, Poleng is just okay. It's a nice place...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
It was my first time at Poleng Lounge on Sunday, Labor Day weekend. I was looking forward to it since I've been wanting to go there since it opened. I never write reviews. I signed up just to let...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was great. It did take awhile to get a table (despite a reservation) and the server did forget our wine order...every time we wanted wine.We ordered family style and had about 12 different...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes I wonder what things would have been like had I been hired for the hostess position I went for at Poleng a year and a half ago. Perhaps I would have converted to a life of oh-so-chic and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is a little difficult to rate because it changes so much from afternoon to late evening. I have actually been here both at dinner time, as well as in the evening for drinks. 4 stars for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went to Poleng last night for dinner, and although we really enjoyed the food, the service was so horrible it put a huge damper on the evening. Our server ( let's call her J) was slow, rude and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
it is way too hot in the back room where they have the dancing and the djs. no windows, no ventilation at all. they really need to just smash some holes in the wall or ceiling. its pretty gross. the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really creative and great tasting food, though portion sizes are a bit small in my opinion. yeah, I know it's small plates, but a girl's got to eat! Just a little larger would be nicer. My group...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So I thought the food was pretty good, and less expensive than I would have expected it to be. We loved the eggplant adobo and the ahi poke. Their coined "tea elixir" cocktails are just okay. I don't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food was good. Sweet potato fries were the bomb. Chicken wings, lettuce cups, beef, prata, calamari, I was happy with everything we ordered. I ordered the local favorite from the tea-elixir...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here for dinner twice, the food's not bad, it's sometimes good, but inconsistent. It's a shame really because the owners and/or managers are getting it terribly wrong! I refrained from my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Can I please give this place no stars?!!!!!!?I just returned from my third bad experience here. And I will ellaborate at another date.But I should say: the people who are managing this place need to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was pretty good, server wasn't too nice, try to hurry us to pay the bill a little too fast. The back room was too humid, felt like I was partying in a basement. Maybe next time I'll go with some...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a great dinner here last night! However I have to minus one star for the hostess who was not too happy nor friendly when she seated us. On the other hand, I just loved our server who was as nice...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here about a month ago and enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. The two of us had the Beef Tenderloin Salpicao with Marrow, Salt and Pepper Drunken Shrimp, Sweet Potato Fries with Banana...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We had a nice dinner at Poleng a few weeks ago. I enjoyed the adobo chicken wings and salpicao, however some of the other stuff we ordered were just so so... the service was terrible and slow. Our...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This property must be cursed or something - seems like whenever I turn around it's a different club or restaurant. Storyville, Social Club, now Poleng...I came here for dinner for the first time the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I know one of the owners. It's one of those places that changes every two years, but I think this time they found the right atmosphere. I do agree that there may be some identity...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i miss the good ol' days of storyville/true school, and this place is WAAAYY more gussied up than circa 2000, but the massive selector crew is still holding it down.haven't tried the food though, just...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Bloody hell. First I discover Papalote 2 blocks from my house, and now this. Poleng, while not great, does have glimmers of greatness. We went for take out the other night and I enjoyed the decor...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
When Poleng first opened its doors, i raved to all my friends about the fabulous food, great ambiance...it was just a cool scene for an otherwise mellow neighborhood. I even had my birthday party...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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We went in and sat at the bar and were greeted by Brett the bartender. I wasn't sure what to make of him at first, but them this great personality came out and the guy was excellent at making really good...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is the first place I have visited that made me realize that the Bay Area is my home. Being from the Midwest there is no way we could have a place so chill and entertaining as this little venue...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good service, beautiful decor. I really enjoyed the watermelon drink, although this particular one takes quite a while to make.
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my new favorite restaurant in all of SF! Went there with my family and we ordered:1) roti prata2) coconut rice3) Sesame Chicken salad4) Garlic shrimp with crab5) Somosas6) Calamariand I have...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What's left to say that hasn't been said?For a vegetarian who sits by the window its 4 stars.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gotta love the tea-infused drinks. Definitely a popular place for USF students.A diverse crowd, good drinks and great music. Go check Poleng out!Oh, I meant now. This weekend.
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
classic "someone else is paying so let's get the hell on in here" place. not to mention its in a college area, and i see many a wily student coercing an ignorant parent to dine here. i'm not even in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Service: C Food: C Decor: B-Dessert: N/A The food was not terribly memorable. I think the restaurant is trying too hard to make fusion asian food. The concept of calling ellipsical meat ball as a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a private engagement party celebration in the back room. Service was slow, and I typically had to go up to the bar for drinks because our waitress never seemed to be around. The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A friend treated my sweetie and I to dindin at poleng last night...love doing "biz" with friends...tax right-offs are just one of the perks! Had I known she was going to foot it, I would have...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I first read about this place in the sf chronicle and was very intrigued. I finally tried out the place last night, going for a benefit show. The "restaurant" part was far more visually interesting...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I heard about this restaurant though a friend. We went there with our friends this evening. I wasn't sure if it was a kid-friendly restaurant. The waitress told us that kids usually love the sweet...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My brain: DONT ACT DRUNK DONT ACT DRUNKMe (to brain): What do you wanna drink?My brain: TOO DRUNK TO MAKE DECISIONSMe: Do you have any, like, specials?Bartender: $4 Blue MoonMy brain: TOO DRUNK FOR...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I should give it a 3.5 stars, but it's Friday and I am feeling generous. I really like the atmosphere. Can't believe this used to be Storyville, where you bump n' grind with sweaty people on the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is excellent... great small plates, I have liked everything I've tried at this place... and Happy Hour rocks - cheap chicken wings and good beer/drinks. I did rate it as 4 stars...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was shocked at how good the food is. I have to admit that some of the dishes seemed like slightly reorganized classics (lumpia, gai gr prow) but when you're target audience thinks that Lawry's is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What's a Poleng anyway!?? That's what a friend of mine wanted to know after reading a few of our posted comments on myspace the day after a group of us hung out here for happy hour! Ok, short and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Mmm Mmm Mmm. The food gets better every time I go. There's crack in those fried sesame adobo wings i tell you, the same ingredient that they put in in-n-out special sauce and krispy kreme glaze. If...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They kind of messed up on my friend's reservation- but we were comped with two watered down cocktails. It was OK I guess it was better when it first opened (this is a first time visit for me)?! PROS:...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here for dinner and not for a concert, so I shall focus on that.This place is a bit big for it's britches. I do appreciate new places trying to open up in the Western Addiction, but...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Don't get me wrong. I do like Poleng. The overall experience is quite pleasant, but I just can't quite give it more than an average rating. I am more than willing to give it another chance.1 star for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is a much needed lounge in the neighborhood, easy to get to, plenty of parking and most of all a great sound system. It's been a while since I've been in SF and as I was sitting and reading...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I recently had dinner here and was not disappointed in the food. The hype regarding the Poleng Lounge is well deserved. Sweet Potato Fries with Banana Ketchup, crispy sweet bites made to perfection....
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i went here with my classmates to celebrate surviving our first month of grad school. it was very close to school but horrible parking. the ambiance is nice. they turn down the lights around...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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Poleng has great happy hour specials ($3 beers and well drinks, plus .25 cent chicken wings that are to die for)...Happy Hour is mon. -fri. from 4-6I have yet to eat dinner there actually but the night life...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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Poleng has great happy hour specials ($3 beers and well drinks, plus .25 cent chicken wings that are to die for)... Happy Hour is mon. -fri. from 4-6 I have yet to eat dinner there actually but the night life...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite Night time Lounges. I saw Marc De Clive here and he was "sick" hahaha!! But I love the music, the people, and the atmosphere. I haven't tried the food yet so I'll keep you posted on...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with a group of 8 on a Thursday night at 7:30pm. We had a reservation and were seated and served promptly. It was a bit loud but it's a fun group restaurant. The dishes came out in waves...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We had a relatively early dinner there (before any music) and this place was already too noisy. Here's the run down: It was hard to converse without shouting at this place. Food was ok, but it came...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you consider yourself a foodie and you have a penchant for asian cuisine you must try Poleng. The cocktails and drinks are worth trying to find parking in NOPA.
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i've only been here for a party but it was fabulous. ooah takes the cake for the bay.
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is an experience. Its atmosphere is nice and pretty but the food was not delicious. We waited for a long ass time for someone, anyone to come and take our drink order. We got this nasty...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here last week with hubby and friends. The decor is very Southeast Asian. The dark wood, warm walls and soft lighting gives the place an earthy and somewhat exotic feel. The ambiance is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had only vegetarian dishes as it was my bday. Everything we had were delicious! Madras Samosa: Slightly battered samosa with curried flavored fillings to die for.Buddha's Treasures: Beautiful...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went Friday night. Young, Asian, college crowd. Some cute girls. Music was good hip-hop, but not the most danceable. Its more "head nodding" music (as another Yelper put it). Vibe was real chill...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Last night was my second time at Poleng and I love the vibe this place gives. Just totally chill with real hip hop playing in the background. (the nod your head kind that just feels good)I've always...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can tell that on a regular night, this would not be My Kind of Place. You definitely get the whole Asian Culture/Hip Hop Culture fusion vibe, which has always been a strange combination to me...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Another attempt to be all things to all people: it's a lounge, it's a restaraunt, it's a club/performance venue! (sort of).San Francisco nightlife spots suffer from many ills...but the biggest problem...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My friends and I went to Poleng Lounge for the AIDS Dine for Life fundraiser. Since 20% of our meal was going to charity, we decided that was a good excuse to order drinks and a lot of food. After...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe I was expecting more. Don't get me wrong. We rolled in without a reservation with a large party of 15 or so on a Wed night, so they were able to seat us all together WAY in the back where the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
This place sucked so badly that im getting mad just thinking about it. I'd heard their food is great and i live in the hood so my man and i finally went around 630pm the other night. We were greeted...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Been here a few times, for drinks and dinner. It's probably the nicest place within walking distance of my house. Dining area is comparatively small, so make a reservation.
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went for the restaurant, not the club. The food and cocktails were creative and delicious, but a bit pricey. The ambiance is interesting and definitely creates a cool atmosphere. Overall, however,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Oh, how I wanted to like Poleng. It's in da 'hood, it's been getting great write-ups from the rags, Top 100 Restaurant, up-and coming chef, etc., etc., etc. Bummer, I'm not in love.I liked the space...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I deleted my original review because it was full of drunken obscenities and crazed observations. Sorry you missed it. Here are the comments. Maybe you can figure it out...For your review of: Poleng...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think I could add too much in terms of the mass critique of the food here. I actually had a good experience the first time around between Buddha's Treasure and the garlic crab noodles. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We went here on April 6, 2007 for a friend's birthday. I thought the food was mediocre and way overpriced. I mean, it wasn't totally bad, but it wasn't very good either. The drinks were the best part,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A friend decided that it was wrong that we lived so close to Poleng Lounge but had never eaten there. I made reservations for Sunday night, and the place was about half-full. We ordered drinks at the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
At 7pm on a Saturday, the food was served fast, hot, and delicious. However, food portions disappoint because they were too small. Expect to order at least two plates per person, $8-12 per plate. My...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh they serve food?!I went to dance. I didn't think there were any places on the planet that allowed a girl to dance without being harassed... And then there was the Poleng Lounge. God bless it. I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really like the interior of this place, it just feels warm and homely in a weird way.The service when I got there wasn't too crash hot. It wasn't a busy night (mid week) and I was left waiting to be...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ick. I don't like Poleng. I really wanted to, I did. After hearing rave reviews from a couple friends who made frequent visits to drink and dine and dance, I decided I needed to check it out for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The boyfirend and i have decided this place is hit or miss. We go because it's conveniently located close to home and since Fulton St. Bar has closed down, there is nowhere left for me to get trashed...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pros:-Interesting decor-You can hang after dinner and get your groove on, or whatever it is that you do-bartenders are very friendly and attentive, laid back and were fun to talk with-drinks were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The atmosphere of this place is fairly kick back and its trendy without being too fancy. I happened to go on a Wednesday night thinking it wouldn't being that long of a wait for a table. My...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Another example where Yelpers get it right, and Michael Bauer doesn't. (He probably never eats at the truly fantastic Vietnamese restaurants in the Tenderloin, where the food is inventive and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Update 7-24-07:Okay, so my belief now is that Poleng is one of the finest restaurants in the city of San Francisco. The atmosphere is great, the food is incredible & reasonably priced and executive...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Cocktail ReviewHong Kong Kosmo, Laotian Lychee Love, and the spicy chili cucumber drink that I cannot recall the name, Po-something?All three were SUPER WATERED DOWN without any flavor or hint of...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We made reservations a week or so in advance for a Friday night dinner date, and we were glad we did. It was BUMPIN'. As to be expected on a Friday a bit before 8pm, I guess. The inside is sleek and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
At the recommendation of a friend, a few of us decided to get together for dinner at Poleng. Let me just say that it had been a very long day for all of us. I really enjoyed the atmosphere. I hate...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
What we liked: Shrimp Sashimi special - shrimp was sweet, the heads were perfectly deep fried and scrumptious.Crispy Adobo Wings - were tasty... best with rice as it is strong in salty vinegar taste....
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Reminded me of a tourist trap in Waikiki that tries to suck every last dollar out of you when entering the joint. There on a Friday around 730-8, sat at the bar because the couches were reserved. Yes,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally got to try this place! Reading others reviews regarding Poleng made me nervous - needless to say I was not disappointed! Dinner was yummy! I thoroughly enjoyed the Half Moon Ahi Poke, the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
like josephine, i'm surprised that poleng made the chronicle's top 100 list. i've been here twice, and both times i left less than impressed. at first i thought it was my philosophical aversion to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Food is delicious. I would recommend their drinks too. The atmosphere is great inside and you have friendly staff and bartenders helping you out. So thumbs up to the Poleng Lounge staff.What I do not...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Wow - a shocker this place made the top 100 for SF Chronicle. I've been hearing some buzz about this place since it opened recently and have been curious about it. The one intriguing thing about this...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great experience! I had a huge sampling of dishes, and most were outstanding. I loved the calamari, the curry, the satay, the Golden Gindara (awesome cod), and a generous portion of stir fried snake...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
PL's website says the SF chronicle had called Poleng Lounge's chef one of this year's rising stars.... Despite less impressive reviews from other yelpers, including a couple of friends' who had...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2007
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Poleng Lounge seems to have a lot to offer-- a lot of food, drinks, music, dancing-- so when I came by a couple weeks ago on a date I was really expecting to get two birds with one stone (to use a cliche...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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Poleng Lounge seems to have a lot to offer-- a lot of food, drinks, music, dancing-- so when I came by a couple weeks ago on a date I was really expecting to get two birds with one stone (to use a cliche...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I first heard of Poleng Lounge on SFGate and boy, it sounded delicious. So, I yelped it and the reviews were mixed, but SFGate gave the chef, a rising star award, so I decided to check it out for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Poleng 3 times. The 1st time I don't really remember - it was a while ago. The 2nd time was a couple weeks ago. I went with a friend and without a reservation was sat promptly and brought...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went on a date here a few month back. they weren't taking reservations but we got there and were seated in five minutes. score! i loved their tea menu. i got this great chrysanthemum tea. the service...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here a couple of times, that is under the name Poleng, rather than the Social Club.I think this restaurant/lounge has such a calming theme of colors and decor. I enjoyed myself last...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this restaurant on my first visit but was disappointed when we returned on Saturday. My main beef: some dishes, like the miso-marinated cod, are tasty (if a slightly anemic portion for $14),...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge is a wonderful place for those folks who like neo soul and hip hop (such as myself). The first time I went I saw a live performance by Chokolate. The second time I went, my friends and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was here at night after the kitchen closed, so don't consider this for food. The Chronicle loves the food here, if that means anything.This is a very nice bar. All juices are freshly squeezed, the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok so I was totally unimpressed by this place. They think they're this kind of upscale restaurant in a dingy run down night club. You can't even tell what it is from the outside. Plus it's across...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yeah!!! Another great restaurant close to my house!! I've been wanting to try this place for some time and once the Chronicle gave them a glowing review, I knew I had to wait a while till the place...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place has the strangest late night clientele I've come across in a while. I went along with a friend for a birthday, definitely the wrong venue. I realize it's a club, not a bar, but it was a bit...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When we walked in the door this evening, the host was on the phone. He motioned to us that he would take care of us once he was done with the phone conversation. Unfortunately the person on the other...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I tried to get reservations for Friday or Saturday, and they were fully booked, but when I called they said walking in would be no problem. Our party of 4 was seated about 5 minutes after we arrived...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was a sign.....a sign I tell ya. Our foursome was crossing Fulton when we watched a young thing in a car pulled to the side of the road -ralphing. C'mon girl, it's Saturday, but it's only 8 p.m....
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
INCREDIBLY attentive service. listen to the servers' recommendations. they know what's up. DRINKS: started off with a cucumber&mint-infused-green tea-wasabe vodka drink. it was strong, original and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here last night with a bunch of girlfriends. We had a reservation in the "lounge" which meant instead of being seated at a table, we sat on two small couches and two seat cushions. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
During the evening I spent at Poleng, I was privy to an interesting demogarphic shift, as the crowd seemed to morph from a slightly sophisticated food and wine set, into a vastly more ebullient...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Number of reasons why I hate Poleng.1. Location- Impossible to find a cab after your disapointing dinner.2. The place is dirty and dark...can someone at least clean the door and windows?3. The food...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Hipster locale mixed with below average food. The food is almost entirely small plates, and that's probably a preventive measure by the kitchen to ensure they don't kill anyone.
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Poleng before for dinner and dancing. Dinner was yummy - chicken adobo wings, garlic noodles with crab, calamari, and sweet potato fries. Oh and coconut bread pudding! Mmmmmm!!!!We...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Poleng Lounge for the first time and I love it! Everything I ordered was super good! Excellent service too! I made a reservation for dinner and we got a table immediately. Server and host are...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place, the converted storyville, converted social club, is a great destination and/or back-up spot. Food is tasty and different, a bit on the spicy side for some of the dishes but full of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food was excellent. We ordered the crispy adobo wings, Buddha's treasures, papaya-mango-shrimp salad, pineapple and pork yakitori, garlic noodles, and the sweet potato fries, which were totally...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our large party ordered almost everything on the menu. Overall, very happy with the food. Favorites were the crispy adobo wings, poki, gindara, pork and pineapple yakitori, edamame, and lumpia. Top...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This hotspot took over the space formerly known as 1751 Social Club. It also made Michael Bauer's list of the Top 10 restaurants for 2006. I came with a party of 14 and we sat in a table in the back...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with a bunch of friends and had practically everything on the menu. Everything is pretty good with the exception of the satay which did not seem to be cooked thoroughly. Got some special...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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Why do people go to Poleng? Why? I have lived in SF for a year ( I am a NYC transplant) and I have been impressed by many bars and restaurants in this city. But this place is god awful. The food is poorly...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My weekends start on Wednesday, and last through Sunday. Yes I do work full time and am in a masters program at school...*back on track*This place is my "weekend" jump off. The vibe is dope, the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this place has been open for over 6 months, but it sure didn't feel like it last nite. the service was amateurish. we called in advance to ask if we needed a reservation and were told "not if you can...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for dinner. Food was good but the plates were small. Pretty good atmosphere but we had a larger group (7) so sat in one of those weird booth/low table thingys. Not sure it was comfortable...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply awesome. The food is fantastic-- reminds me a lot of when I was in China for a few months, and would eat some really awesome food from the street vendors (albeit, for a little cheaper). The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Horrible Serviceif you expect to ever get waited on here you will be clearly mistaken. For starters the host spent most of the meal texting on her cell phone, there was never a manager in sight the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
came here for a bday dinner and stayed for the club part afterward. the food was okay... the best part of the meal was the roasted edamame - the best edamame i've ever had! the tapioca dessert was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If the menu tried as hard as the decor did, then this place would be at least 4 stars. Alas, Poleng delivers pan-Asian "small plates" that are overpriced and underwhelming. There is absolutely no...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The magazine I work for had a release party here and a few DJ friends scratch here regularly, but the dinner crowd usually never leaves on time and it could just be due to my lack of boobs, but it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Crispy Adobo Wings!!! The wings are worth getting for appetizer (or as a meal if you're going to do the "chicken and beer" thing).Garlic Crab Noodles was a favorable. I couldn't taste too much of...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not quite sure if the restaurant-turns-club combo works all that well given that we were there during the transition 1/2 hour. Basically, all the diners linger, and no one dances until 11, if at all....
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just got back from getting compleyely obliteratied at poleng. This is where Social Club use to reside. Social club and I have fond memeories of eachother. Going back into the space brought back...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Admittedly, I am always a little bit dubious about any place that serves "Pan Asian" cuisine. I always wonder, how could one place prepare dishes (or small plates) correctly from so many different...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
After much anticipation, I went to Poleng Lounge for dinner and drinks. Drinks were good, but expensive: $5 for the pomegranate-flavored tea and $9 for the monkey love juice (think rum, raspberries,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I really like the decor, the bartenders, and the music at this place. They always have good artwork scrolling by on the plasmas above the bar (they're powered by mac minis! - I'm such a nerd), and the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
PoPoPOLENG!Admittedly, I wouldn't know "authentic" if it slammed me in the nose. I think this place strives to be Indonesian, but its simply good ol' Asian-fusion...and I'm into it.I like things that...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was somewhat looking forward to the place as it was highly rated by many sources. After going, I swear all the fabulous reviews written for this place is probably written by the owner or someone...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here with some friends on Saturday night and we really enjoyed it. The vibe is cool, the food really good (though small portions for high cost) and the drinks were unique. We arrived for our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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I eagerly made a reservation at Poleng Lounge after reading the great review in SF Gate. I was really excited to try out the signature dishes mentioned in the article and spend a fun evening with my husband...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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I eagerly made a reservation at Poleng Lounge after reading the great review in SF Gate. I was really excited to try out the signature dishes mentioned in the article and spend a fun evening with my husband...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was recently more or less forced to attend a large private event at this venue. Although I wasn't expecting much, I did not expect to be offended. Walking in I was greeted by smoldering mounds of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The only reason I"m giving it two stars is because they have good drinks. NOT great, but good. Here is what I didn't' like about it.The tables are really uncomfortable. They are really low (we...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Alright this place should get a lower rating just because my experience there wasn't the best but since i know the chef/ part owner i kinda have to give my support to the place.Didn't eat there but...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is right around the corner from my house and I visit often. The venue has had many incarnations over the past few years, and this is by far the best. The atmosphere is laid back, lounge...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
We had a group of about 40 people with a prix fixe menu costing each $35/person (which excludes tips, tax and drinks). It was a 6 "course" meal including these:edamamechinese chicken saladpork skewer...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ahi Poke = hot tuna.Shanghai Lumpia = not much girth.Drunken Skrimps = you get head for $10.Garlic noodles = gots crabs.JT F = transgender.Uh...JT F is a tranny? Yes, I was as shocked as you were...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good and the main dining room is cozy and classy. However, if you have a large party like we did, you may get stuck in the back room with picnic tables and plastic chairs. Take away the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The city doesn't need another restaurant/bar that has a nice space but horrendous service...that's what Medjool's here for!Brought in a big group ready to spend some dough and what do we get? A rude...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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Food at Poleng Lounge lives up to the hype-food is great. I especially recommend the adobo chicken wings, which is deep fried chicken wing with a sweet ginger adobo glaze and the Purple Eggplant Adobo-...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ate at Poleng Lounge.It was decent. My favorites was the Fried Adobo Wings. It was a little dryer than the traditional Filipino version. Kinda light on the sauce. It was more of a cousin to Marnee...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not too expensive, but maybe you get what you pay for. Everything was oil and you get full from feeling like you ate too much oil, rather than from too much food.
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here six months ago and thought is was just alright. So I was surprised to see the Chronicle rate it as high as it did. Sour Baur has too much power. Maby they rolled out the red carpet for him...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
***PLEASE NOTE***this review is not for the food but for the experience. i tried to come in on a saturday night at 1:15 am, the door guy/security was nice but the promoter or money person tried to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think this place is overhyped. After receiving Michael Bauer's top 10 of 2006, the egos of the establishment have compromised service and customer satisfaction. I had made reservations for a party...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great for HipHop! They play old school beats, mixxed with funk, minus the radio Crappy Hip Hop these days..This place is sometimes called Storyville, and back it the day was a venue for TrueSkool.....
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The drinks are really good, and it's right across the street so I don't need a cap after I am too intoxicated to drive home.The food on the other hand is so-so. It tastes like you could get it in the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
maybe it was b/c of the total lack of breathing room, dancing room and the house music, but last night was not the most fun i've ever had going out... there must have been a few dozen fire codes we...
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had a great time dancing with all of my girlfriends at Poleng recently. The bartenders were very friendly, poured nice stiff drinks, and there was never a long wait at the bar. The DJ's played great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was taken here for my birthday for drinks and had to say that I loved the atmosphere, the soju drinks and the location. Muni friendly so no drinking & driving!
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng Lounge is a hidden treasure! As a person who loves to dine at restaurants, I can say that Poleng is an amazing place to eat. We visited the restaurant for my birthday and had a great eating...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
One of the high points was it was one of the cheapest meals for two I've had since I moved to San Francisco. The downside was the reason why. We spent an hour and 40 minutes at our table and only...
yelp.com - user review - 12/27/2006
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Pretty decor but the food is too expensive and the portions are small. Their specialty cocktails infused with tea are bland. Service is not friendly (they acted like they did not want diners there!) I'd...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Due to my massive hangover right now, this review might not be very useful, funny, or cool. But, I feel compelled to write a review anyway, even though my eyes can't quite focus on what I'm typing,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Though I have only been to Poleng a few times, and only during happy hour, I can't comment on the food or the night life aspect.But I will tell you that $3 beers and $3 well drinks $0.25/wing adobo...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was great. There was no crowd at 7 pm on a Saturday but it filled up while we were enjoying our meal. The decor was perfect - classy but comfortable. There are turntables set up in the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Happy hour:$3 well drinks$3 beerAnd most importanly...25 cent adobo chicken wings...Hells yes.
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful decor, but it's total deja vu to talk through a club I've been to in its last couple iterations (Storyville, Social club) -- different...yet the same. Live music was cool.You can park...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
great decor and a young, diverse crowd, kind of like an episode of "Secrets of the Hidden Temple" with alcoholdrinks are kind of expensive for a place that isn't exactly downtown, but the music isn't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2006
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Walked in a little before opening for dinner so they sat us at the bar while the hostess prepared for guests. The bartender wasn't in the best of moods when he saw us and complained to us about not being about...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am giving 3 starts b/c I think Poleng has potential, but isn't quite there yet. The food is tasty, but in small portions. The drinks are weak, but I commented about this to my server and the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
They've done a great job with this place in making it very cozy and inviting. Our hostess with the short blonde hair was very cordial, and did her job well, but then dropped the ball in the end. Five...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i've been to this restaurant/bar through each of it's transformations (storyville, social club, and now poleng), and finally i think it's found its element. the new ambience is super chic and more...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would have given this place 4 stars....if it weren't for the bartender with a WEAK POUR. He's short, kind of smarmy, has curly hair and an attitude. Poleng is in my neighborhood and I'm happy about...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very cute place, great ambience and the food was decent. Portions were on the smallish side from what I remember and I wasn't in love with all the Asian fusion offerings. I've been elsewhere where...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would give it 2.5 stars if I could since I'm thoroughly on the fence about how I feel about Poleng. The pot of tea that I had - The Bourbon Tea - was so incredibly delicious that I didn't mind...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I used to live at this place when it was Storyville back in the days...never missed Beat lounge on Tuesdays when u could park in the grocery store lot across the street til someone got beat down with...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice ambiance and some great music in the restaurant area. $5 cover wasn't bad for the DJ that night in the Lounge, however the music was a little inconsistent. The sound system is really good for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Haven't tried the food yet but it has a wonderful atmosphere. There is always banging Hip-Hop playing and super live performances by local artists. The drinks are reasonable and you'll never find...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Hey ho! This review is based solely on the restaurant.Presentation, service, and ambiance definitely get a strong 4 stars, but the food itself is slightly above average. The ahi poke paired with...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. The owners and bartenders are all very cool people and it's my favorite local joint when I want to feel like I'm going out to a decent club/bar without going all the way downtown....
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, where to start. The service is great with attentive waiters taking care of you. The decor is fun making a real comfy atmosphere.The teas are great and i've been there a few times and it's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Great cocktail menu, even greater if they were able to make what they offer on them. They ran out of the "ingredients" for two of the drinks my date was trying to order. If you come during the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The four stars is for the club...not the restauranti havent dined here yet, but arrived one night at 1030ish for a burningman fundraiser for the camp the Fringe. They had great DJ's in the front...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
-Nice space! modern design.-Kind of humid at the bar..no a/c?-Great food.-Great cocktails and teas.-Dumb host staff....like "of mice and men" dumb.-Slow wait staff.-Bathroom had no soap or...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot believe this space used to be Brave New World ( which was a dark shady dive bar with punk bands back in the day).This place is incredible and completely transformed. Really cute and friendly...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, let's clear up all this review mish mash. Poleng is good, with work it could be great. Formally the classic Storyville club, it became the cheesy wreck Social Club, before a long hiatus to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Poleng was nothing special, and I was unimpressed. One of my dining companions said she could have made the meal at home, and I totally agreed with her. We'd read the great review in the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Only went for the club/lounge part. The place is split into two sections- a bar and a lounge up front, and another bar in the back with space to dance. Crowd was mix- mostly asian/white. Music was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Damn, why'd they have to write it up in the Chronicle??? Now EVERYBODY knows about it... Boo! ;(Ok, my high regard for this place is swayed by my bias (I admit it...), in that:1) The place is owned...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
nice and cozy. but the best part was that we got in without paying cover. i don't want to sound all LA, but it's nice knowing people.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ooh, this place is good...... At first, I thought that it was trying to be too cool for school which it may very well be but the food is damn good. Every little dish is tasty and pretty affordable...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place gives the term disappointment a whole new meaning. First of all Poleng has no legible sign outside, let's start from there. What's up with that? My friend and I had to drive around the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There aren't enough fabulous words to express our wonderful dining experience at Poleng. We had an array of items from the menu; chicken adobo wings, green papaya and mango salad, garlic crab...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
this review is for the CLUB ONLY.nice ambiance (kinda reminds me of tao in vegas). crappy, TINY dance floor (hardly anyone danced). cramped bar area.PLEASE INVEST IN A DECENT AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM!...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Short version: Good noshing place for tea-oholics. Long version: I will write only about the dining experience, as it's all I've managed to try. Food portions were perfect for sharing among dishes....
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh, nothing spectacular about the place. They specialize in small plates and the food is OK. A little too expensive for my taste. It's kind of a fancy place. If you like to have a long dining...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Stillettos, flip-floppers, hip-hoppers and all the rest--welcomedThe perfect dim lighting for the mellow yellowHead bobbing grooving musicComfortable seats to slouch your back intoLychee Martini, a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Poleng before and it was really fun. The place is nicely decorated and the drinks are good. Last night was the first time I actually decided to eat there. If I had to some it up in one...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The advertised hours on their Yelp page does not reflect their actual hours- currently it states they are open Tues-Sun from 11:00am-2:00am. NOT.Caveat: Yes the lady was rude. We were hungry. Hence,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My husband kept wanting to try this place after reading MB's review. For me, I was excited to go to yet another place close to home. It started off nicely, with prompt seatings without reservation and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Clement St. style, modern asian food, in a lounge type setting. Reasonable prices and probably good for groups. Nearly everything on the menu is offered as a "nibble or share" plate. We were in early...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love their new food fare menu. my gf treated me out here last thursday after the shecky's girl's night out at masonic in nob hill. i was so pleased with the ambiance - so different from the old...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went here for the first time last night (for the food, not the nightlife), and we liked it, so we'll be returning. It seems like a great place to go with a good-sized group so you can order more...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The space is gorgeous, but on a Friday night the dance floor was empty. One of the bartenders was sent home early because it was so dead and ended up splitting a cab with my friend and me to another...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fresh, manually pressed grapefruit juice in a Grey Goose greyhound for only $8? A full 8 ounces of Maker's Mark for only $8? Back bartender, not only did you just earn yourself a bigger tip, you...
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this is a completely unbiased review even tho i know a few people associated w/this place. they're trying to be creative & offer something u haven't seen a million times, & that means a lot in s.f....
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I don't want to be too harsh with one star but I really had an unpleasant time at Poleng. The food was not great, the service was mediocre, and the drinks were weak. And the music was really, really...
yelp.com - user review - 10/17/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Poleng last week and I can't say I was entirely impressed. While most of the food was good, I felt like the serving sizes were small. The eggplant temple was almost $8 and you get about 4-5...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I read Michael Bauer's positive review end of Sept. & was looking forward to trying the dishes he mentioned, but what a disappointment!- salpicao with marrow was a lukewarm cheap piece of undercooked...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2006
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I've been to Poleng a couple times to eat and a couple times for drinks. They have made some major improvements in service since they first opened. Servers are much friendlier & attentive now. The food is...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A great new find in the most obscure of neighborhoods (only because it's fairly residential less a Starbucks and two other restaurants)! I went with a large party and everyone loved their meal, even...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The decor is beautiful! Check out the back lounge if you have the chance. The food was fabulous. The Edamame was grilled and had a light salty taste. Their fries come with a banana chutney which is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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My roomate and i decided to go here for a drink since it's in our neighborhood, only to find very RUDE staff! Nobody said "hi" okay, that's fine, then we order a drink and the bartender was clueless!! He just...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't be fooled by the word 'nibble' on the menu. No need to order 4 dishes for 2 girls. The lettuce cups are my fav and that portion alone is huge. Also try the purple eggplant adobo which is...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a few appetizers which were great but the club space in the back was where it was at! you walk into the place and it looks very posh but step to it's rear and prepare to get dumb!
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In the immortal words of Tony the Tiger, this place " Is GRRREAT!!" Okay, okay. I liked frosted flakes as a kid. And still eat them from time to time as an almost 30 yr old.I called wanting to throw...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Eggplant Adobo was yummy. I definitely need to go back on a much emptier stomach so I can order more.My second trip will consist of only beer and a few menu items because the cocktails need help.I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
a fun bar/lounge atmosphere -- where the bartenders are friendly and have a long list of fruit (mangos/passion fruit) infused mixed drinks. They also have an interesting blend that involves sakes and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The only fitting replacement for the site-formerly-known-as-Storyville. A great atmosphere and really tasty Asian fusion food. Unlike other fusion joints, this isn't Asian food fused with western...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this bar was really cool. the decor was nice and they had two large video screens showing some really cool travel photos that made me all nostalgic about traveling in india. their signature drinks...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
All-in-all I don't think I can give Poleng a bad review, but I can't say it's a place I'll plan on going back to a lot. First time I went was a Saturday night when it first opened. It was pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Great amosphere, good drinks and good people. However, We went to see hip hop act Brand Nubian on Sept 29/06 and the security at the front door were complete morons. They claimed that no one could go...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Step aside egos and fluff, POLENG is my all time favorite hotspot in the City! None of that party bus to the sleazy megaclubs kind of swerve, but the place where you wanna go cause "everyone knows...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't eaten here yet but I've come here for a few drinks on a Friday. Great crowd and atmosphere. I also enjoyed the two rooms of music. Some great hip hop in the front, loungy room, and some...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The new owners have done an incredible job nf the room decor. I just went there last week and was a little nervous having read the previous reviews. But it turned out to be fantastic, not hot like...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had a great time here last night, when Rainer Truby was in town for the first time in over four years. The Culprits were hosting, doing their thing in the front room. Truby was in the big back room. I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i think that the best time to hit this place would be dusk because it's slightly atmospheric and the light would play nice in here. they have an array of liquids to satisfy both tea lovers and the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure what this place is like as a club, but it totally fails as a restaurant. They had no record of our reservation, and told us that we shouldn't have called to make it, but rather we should have...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had a mediocre dinner here the other night. The food was okay... and the dining experience was average as well... nothing about that experience would make me want me to go back.The waiter pointed out...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2006
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I can't believe the great food popping up in the North Panhandle. We've had Tsumani, Fly Bar, Bean Bag Cafe & Herbivore for a good while now, but places like NOPA & this incredible addition - Poleng Lounge -...
menupages.com - user review - 09/06/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is a really nice place to lounge around. The music is more underground hip-hop (on the Friday night I went) which is OK to dance to but definitely not a place you gather your girls and dancing...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My initial impression was to give Poleng a three star. Throughout the evening, things improved and I had to give it a four.My friend suggested this restaurant and I pulled up their website to take a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to their "industry party", code word for awesome free drinks, scrumptious food, groovy mixes, and cool crowd. Loved the dark decor with various types of wood (the one piece hanging from above...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Everyone seems to be digging NOPA these days. It is NOPA this, NOPA that, NOPA "I love you" and all that good stuff. Well, darn it, I like NOPA too I guess but am still trying to figure out about...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2006
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Ok-I live in the neighborhood, so I was really hoping this place was good! I went there with my best friend and everything was wonderful-The ahi and the corn cakes started the meal, while the steak, and miso...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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Ok-I live in the neighborhood, so I was really hoping this place was good! I went there with my best friend and everything was wonderful-The ahi and the corn cakes started the meal, while the steak, and miso...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We went to Poleng for a concert, "The Rebirth" a funk/soul/groove band from LA. Poleng was really nice inside as it dawned Malaysian decor.The bartender wasn't very nice on this night. There weren't...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I begin by saying, I give this place only 2 stars because they did a pretty nice job with the layout and interior of this joint. But it all goes downhill from here...For starters, the tons of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i work here. i love the place =D
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Last Friday night i went here with 5 of my good girl friends, we were all ready to party. except this place kinda of sucked, but for all the wrong reasons. The bartenders, music, decor is awesome the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We went because it's close- bonus for every restaurant opening in nopa and because a friend works there. double bonus. I really wasn't that impressed. We had the tuna poke which was soooo small for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
nice interior with ok food, really nothing to write home about. what should be noted is the clueless staff they have employed here. i wouldn't exactly call them rude, but they certainly made a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Pros: Interesting zen rock waterfall on the side wall and DJ equipment is top notch.The Cons: Food was horrible and overpriced, the place has no ventilation in the back room for people that are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Kane and his buddies did an amazing job with transforming the old Storyville space. *sigh*** I remember those dark sweaty rooms filled with bobbing heads and blasting hip hop... that is no more. Had...
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Mario B. singing "some enchanted evening, you will meet a stranger, across a HUMID room, and someday you'll say, let's get outta here, it's too hot to sweat without a yelp fan". Fun interior. I just...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for a Yelp Elite party, so my impression of the place is hense somewhat skewed. Got in around nine with my group, lingered around the back room (the sauna) for a while, chit-chatting and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng is so close to where I live, that I had love for it, from the very moment it opened, if even just for the convenience of it. It's a vast and much needed improvement over the confused 1750...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Although hotter than a malaysian sweatshop, this is the best adaptation in this building's recent history (Storyville, 1751 Social Club being the previous two). The food is good, nice remodeling...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to hang out with friends. Some of the small bites are really good. I come for the really really good specialty drinks. And have the Monkey Love Juice.
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've only had dinner here and haven't been when it's a club but the food was really bad when I went. We got six dishes and only one of them was good. The pork and pineapple skewers were so greasy and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic atmosphere, friendly servers, great food. Because I attended Poleng during a Yelp event, I cannot comment on price or the true menu. But the poke tuna and satay-type appetizers were really...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Update 1/30/07: Dinner is a real treat at Poleng, although sometimes service can be a little slow and casual. The Green Papaya and Mango Salad was quite fresh, but oddly came out as our third dish...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great Yelp event... but too hot to handle. Please get more fans or air conditioning cause the back room is too hot for dancing.
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
a friend planned to have her birthday party at poleng lounge this weekend. i was eager to see what had been done with the old storyville and had read some good reviews of poleng's dinner menu, so i...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2006
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My roommate wanted to try this latest incarnation for her b-day. I ordered a Lemon Drop - and to ensure a quality drink specifically asked it to be made with Ketel One. The (male) bartender asked me if I...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/22/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a funny evening. I walk into the place with my buddy Innocent, and people are trying to have dinner as best they can, despite the steady stream of Yelpish invaders taking over their very nice...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
UPDATE 2/07:I promised to go back for a proper meal and am glad I did. My cousin just got back from a month in Thailand, so this was the percet spot to chill over some wine and eats and look through...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Yelp Party at Poleng was definitely fun. However I wish the place had better separation between the dance floor and the lounge area. The music was too loud to be able to have a conversation with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Update 2/10/07: Where else can you find .25 cent wings (adobo style), half price wells, and $3 pints for happy hour. The specialty teas are great too. I had 2 pots of the black tea with dried mangoes...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the Yelp Elite event at Poleng on Wednesday night. Pretty good free appetizers (not sure if I would pay for them, as they seemed quite small). The Monkey Love Juice...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Poleng was HOT. Poleng was COOL. Thanks, Yelp for a great time. The drinks were refreshing and the food was yummy. Though we were too hyphy to take part in the tea, we'll be going back to have tea and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four stars for the atmosphere and tasty bites but please do something about the temperature level in the back room! I know I'm old but I don't think I'm having hot flashes just yet...and yes, dance...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A pretty chill place with nice decor. I liked the statue in the back - it definitely adds something to the atmosphere. I'm not sure what, but something.I found the back room to be kind of hot and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A slightly improved Bambuddha Lounge transported to the Panhandle. I took away one star (for a total of three) since a large carved wooden panel of a vaguely Asian landscape fell off the wall and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Average spot, looks better than the old place it used to be (I believe it was called the Social Club).
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I did like Poleng's space, vibe, food, and drinks but the heat (as others have noted) really kept me from enjoying it. Since I stayed in the front area I seemed to have missed all this "guitarist"...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yelp events are always a blast [who knew a bunch of geeks addicted to a review site could be so damn cool?], and Poleng provided a great space. I like the rooms, I like the interiors, and I like the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
One star is the honest rating I would give Poleng. They have mediocre food, and it's extremely hot inside and not an easy place to enjoy. The service was polite but not stellar. I liked the space,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a great spot for hanging out! I loved the multiple couches and tables arranged for small group conversations, the drinks were awesome (go Distillery 209 Gin for making them complimentary for the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
INSTALL AN AC SYSTEM !!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I felt like I was in an episode of Sex & The City because I was feeling that "I'm in a really hip place vibe." This restaurant/lounge has a really cool ambiance with Buddhas, waterfalls, and bamboo...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I think I may have been the only person at Poleng on the 19th who was NOT part of the Yelp crowd. And that's probably why I'm also the only person who's giving the place one--and only one-star.The one...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There's only one thing to say about Poleng. This place is fucking HOT!!!!. It is literally burning up in here. Like a total jackass, I wore a velour shirt because I wanted to be stylin. Instead I was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"Geez Lois!!"*... I had so much fun visiting Poleng and meeting Yelpers for the first time, that when I landed in LA, I signed up on both websites...at the same time!! (2 laptops) (what?). Sorry very...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to Poleng twice now. I have eaten there once and went on a "club night" as well. I used to frequent the spot when it was Storyville, and then 1751 and Poleng Lounge blows those two away....
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Thank you Yelp for the event here tonight. Cute lil restaurant with Balinese style decor. Sampled the pineapple butubara yakitori - tender braised pork skewers, vegetarian eggroll and ahi poke - tuna...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just came back from a Yelp elite event and I have to say that I really enjoyed the vibe of this place. The decor was Asian themed with bamboo lanterns and wall waterfalls and they also had tables...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just went to a Yelp event there today and I absolutely LOVE the venue. The place is nicely decorated with a Balinese influence. The water trickling down along the walls and the bamboo provides a zen...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for a Yelp Elite party so I don't know how well this relates to what it's like on a regular night. The decor is good, the vibe is good, and the appetizers are good. But there are two major...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A group of nine of us went to Poleng for drinks and apps. The one thing that impressed me about this place is the portions for tapas/apps. Typically when you order tapas or Asian apps that's not in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty tasty food, delicous, creative drinks, and to top it all off, super friendly and cute staff.. Toss in a fantastic sound system, and it makes sense that they throw some kick ass parties at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Man, I have never sweat so much in such a short period of time than at Poleng. I swear, the dancefloor was so HOT that it felt like I was one of those boxers trying to get under the weight limit...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As long as you don't come here expecting to have a hearty meal, you'll be a-ok! The plates are very small (making it a bit pricey), but each dish is a treat. What I love most about this place is its...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i went to poleng for a friend's birthday party which also happened to coincide with Hypen magazine's anniversary party. that was cool, except it meant that the already smallish space was packed to the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A loungey tapas-like dining experience. Though the portion sizes are small, the prices are reasonable. Depending on the size of your party, you can taste almost everything on the menu for around...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Poleng on the first night they were serving food. Not really a formal restaurant. More of a lounge. I ate on a couch in front of the fireplace. Vegan friendly, small plates. Not a ton of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
please see wakako u, hen a, and tinou b's reviews, since we were all there at the same time...i think hen's novel, i mean, review, says it all. good greyhounds! fresh juice makes all the difference!
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars for the ambiance, it has a very cool vibe. Funky but warm and inviting, if that is even possible.I went on the second night it opened and am assuming that there are still kinks to work out....
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Massive selector, Fresco, Culprits and PST parties can be found here. My review of the food: read Henry A's. The portion of his review that says, drinks add up quickly.....Sorry....that's my fault.I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
tapa style dining at a reasonable price...the theme in my mind to this dinner..."balance"....half moon ahi poke - tuna tartare served with crispy fried wontons..mild and good....3.5 starsbuddha's...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fireplaces belong in ski cabins. They got the bright idea to put a fireplace in the middle of hte restaurant, so if you're within 10 feet of it it feels like you're burning in hell.The bartenders...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
five stars? For real?The decor.. sure. It's really gorgeous and comfy in there. It's a really nice place to relax and listen to good music. There are all kinds of cool antiques around and lots of dark...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, 5 is a little extreme, but what other swanky earthy feng shui'd balinese oasis loungey bar / restaurant / dj club is in the neighborhood? (hint: none.) And with Papalote next door as well? It's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2006
