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An intimate venue located in San Francisco's historic Ferry Building
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Slanted Door in San Francisco is a three star Vietnamese restaurant. This mildly expensive restaurant is in the Embarcadero neighborhood, and it's one of the popular places in the area. It's been awarded the Fodors Choice award. Know before you go: this place features great views. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This place features private rooms, a full bar, catering, valet parking, and lunch. This restaurant is handicap accessible and good for groups.
3.0 of 5 stars.
I'd recommend a whiskey smash and the shaken beef.Eat at the bar! The rest of the place feels like a high school cafeteria and should be avoided.
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Food is overpriced here, vietnamese fusion for American folks, I don't think the asian population would like this place...the food taste like panda express but over priced....it makes me like a fool...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Beautifully designed restaurant...for beautiful people. Very chic. Food was excellent...especially the pork chops, with artful presentation and exquisite flavor. A" bit" on the expensive side....so...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took my "team" from work here for an appreciation lunch recently. There were 17 of us. We took the ferry over from Oakland on a gorgeous Friday morning. The parking is free if you take the ferry to...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! The bar is beautiful and it may be my favorite design aspect of the whole restaurant. I always bring out of town friends here. The food is great! I love the shaking beef and the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was really good...a little pricey for drinks but oh well. I was with a large group and had a great time. the staff was very friendly and everything came out in a timely fashion.
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My parents are visiting from out of state and, since this is my first time at The Slanted Door, I am nervous about taking them there. But I am on a mission to make them love the bay area through...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
had a phenomenal sunday brunchraw part was my favescallops are fantasticso was creme brulee
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Unfortunately, like many places, they've lost something in the last 4 years.Maybe they have a new chef...or just too many different sous-chefs. Not sure.Not as good and more expensive than it's worth....
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I won't go on but simply add my hand to the many raised when asked, "Would you recommend Slanted Door"?Go. Enjoy. Bravo!
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Got talked into going here very last minute and the staff was nice enough to still seat us even though we were 10 minutes late for the reservation and added another person. We did have to wait for a...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After hearing about the grand Slanted Door for over a year since I've been in the Bay Area, I finally secured a time to dine here.For those who can't find reservations on opentable a few days before,...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
When my bf came to visit, I decided to take him here since everyone and his/her mom, uncle and sibling recommended this place. However, I'll give you my conclusion first before boring you with what...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I never would have expected that the best thing at Slanted Door (for me) would be the dessert. Brown butter pound cake with raspberry coulis and homemade creme fraiche ice cream...yes!!The cocktail...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for a late lunch (1:30pm) on Friday and got right in with no waiting. It's definitely expensive even for lunch, but the food was good, and the view is breathtaking!I really liked the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
5* for the setting. Gorgeous.3* for the service (waitress-in-a-cloud, but good bus boy)0* for the creepy unisex bathrooms and the two male attendants jabbering away in Spanish. My gf was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A wonderful restaurant that will provide a great experience. Follow these instructions:Reservations need to be made far in advance for prime dinner time seating. But don't do that. My preference is to...
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1.0 of 5 stars.
So, I had really high expectations of this place since I had heard nothing but good things from friends in the past few years. I was very excited when my friend told me that's where we were going. I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here last week for probably the 10th time since they opened in this location. This continues to me my go-to restaurant for a great meal. Every single time I have had a good experience...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really hate giving mediocre reviews. Usually I only bother if I really like a place or really hate it. But the mediocrity of this place was a surprise in itself because I expected to love it.It's...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great atmosphere for dinner and gathering with friends. Food was more on the sweet side for main entrees. Wonderful salad and desert dishes. Loved the appetizer with oysters and lamb sausages.
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for dinner and was not impressed. Seems like commercialized tourist "Vietnamese" food. The decor was non existent, felt like an airport or high school cafeteria. The appetizers were okay...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say I had VERY low expectations for this place since my husband and I are picky eaters. However the location was great, great view of the Bay and bridge. Nice contemporary place.The food was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, it is noisy and it is almost impossible to eat here without a reservation (minus one star), but there is a reason for this! It is mandatory to have the shaking beef and the crispy imperial...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fresh Hog Island Oysters served raw in the shell with rich butter sauce kicked off the evening. A bottle of light crisp Sauvignon soon gave way to a succession of redder vintages whilst Cali-Viet...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here last week. It took me awhile to get reservations. They sat us right away. I had 4 items. Imperial rolls were amazing. Halibut was okay, too much cilantro. Beef and tomato/potatoes was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
great view, love the location. food was eh. had the asian dishes. tasted like moms with a little more salt. heard their american dishes are better. great for drinks.
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Gotta say, I don't get it... at all. I've been here a few times for lunch when working downtown. I've sat at the bar and in the dinning room. Eh, the food is the same no mater where i was sitting and...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's everything that makes The Slanted Door the Slanted Door! Most memorable thing is definitely the food: the description sounds interesting on the menu but when put together on the serving plate it...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, genial staff, great location (if you're wating for a ferry.), very well priced, recommended!
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So my new 'friend" and I had gone to a reading at Book Passage and he led me into the Slanted Door. It was crowded, but there was a totally wheelchair accessible place at the bar. We decided to go...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Go early or else there will be a fatty line .The food is good, but I think it's too hyped up . Also, I can get really good Vietnamese food for half the price elsewhere .The location is just perfect...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is a place to tell your friends about - great food, good service, and an awesome view of the Bay. The food was well-balanced/well-seasoned and just plain exciting and flavorful. This restaurant...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Why do people speak about this place in hushed tones?Why do they look admiringly at you when you say you managed to get a table for six with a view, just by calling a day ahead of time?Why do the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing dinner on Saturday night at The Slanted Door. Couldn't have been better. Started with the crispy imperial rolls with shrimp, pork, glass noodles and peanuts ($10). So fun to eat!My meal was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Better than P F Chang's but just as busy and 3x the price. Wouldn't go back in a hurry.
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The worst customer service I've had at a restaurant in a long time. Snobby, indifferent hostess. Downright unfriendly waiter. The best service we got here was from the guy tasked with clearing our...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
It get 3 stars for the food...yes it was very very tasty BUT ...BUT ......BUT.The place is TOO LOUD, its IMPOSSIBLE to have ANY CONVERSATION..you cannot even hear the waiter talk about the menu.The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food: Fantastic. Intricate flavours, complimenting each other in every way imaginable.Wine and beverages: Care and consideration had been given to the selection on offer and the price range was good....
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food was fabulous!!!! It's a bit crowded but that fits the scene in this area so it was fine. Love the family-style dining. My favorite was the corn dish -- sounds plain but it was full of flavor....
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wonderful food and service! The shaking beef is incredible. Highly recommended!
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had some misgivings about our visit to the Slanted Door (even if I played down the high expectations). The menu didn't make sense to me, as if the restaurant had an identity crisis and couldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Methinks not.Place was packed, we asked to be seated.Response?"If you can find a place at the bar, feel free to sit down there."Excuse me, douche? Why don't you see if there is a place at the bar for...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was a fan of this place until my most recent visit. First, the service was horrific that we had to have several talks with the manager. How bad, they forgot our coffee and main entree. When we spoke...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was in SF for the weekend and I must say the Slanted Door is better than ever (and easier to get in with the sour economy). They have the FRESHEST Oysters on the 1/2 shell, and the sashimi...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ate here a few days ago. To keep it brief: Food: AMAZING. Raw yellowfin tuna app was awesome as were the shortribs. For an entree I tried the shaking beef, it was SO SO good.Service: Great, great...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow! Talk about knockin' it out! I'm obviously way late in the game on The Slanted Door, having heard about this place for years now. And evidently thanks to this expansion, I could sit down w/o a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
HORRIBLE ServicePRETENTIOUSHostess with the red hair who wears converse was the biggest B ever. She told us to check back in half an hour for a table. Hellllooo - you're suppose to come get us when...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had a 25 person work dinner last night at The Slanted Door and it was amazing. They sat us outside under the heat lamps with a great view of the Bay Bridge and the bay. Even once it got dark it...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Every menu item is worth trying, very tasty. Service is excellent. Fun atmosphere and location. The only drawback is difficulty in getting reservations.
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like the new location in the Ferry Building overlooking the Bay Bridge. The food is creative and the Shaking Beef is a must have. I've tried this dish at other places in the south bay, trying to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I dunno man...I finally had dinner at the Slanted Door after being turned away multiple times because it was too busy to accommodate any walk-ins.This place reminds me of P.F. Chang's, it ain't all...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
As an Asian grown up with Asian food, I couldn't say their food is good. Went on Monday night for dinner. Was very crowded. We made reservation but they made us wait for at least 20 mins. It is...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First time for lunch today...food was pretty darn good! Shaking beef was cooked to perfection! Love the very tart lemony sauce...the other gals did not enjoy the sauce but I enjoyed it. The white corn...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, it keeps me happy to eat here.
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food is just OK. It's totally overrated and overpriced!!!I've had much better asian or vietnamese fusion food for the same price.Yes the location is good, but it's so noisy and crowded in the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We've heard so much about this joint so we had to check it out. We were not disappointed. First of all....the place is in an awesome location....great views of the Bay Bridge and the bay in...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is great! I had lunch here for the first time last week after visiting the farmer's market, which is located in the same building. I had the green papaya salad with tofu and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Everything we ordered was done just right! The staff was well trained and very efficient. A place for a special night. From scallops to beef everyone wanted a little of everything and wished there...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Vietnamese-fusion I've ever had. I have eaten here numerous times and have always been incredibly satisfied. The flavor combinations for all the dishes are complex and yet subtle and inviting....
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I honestly don't know what the fuss is all about. I've heard such great reviews about this place, especially their shaking beef. I finally had the opportunity to eat here a couple days ago and ummmm...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Upgrading my review based on a recent dinner. We had the chef pick the courses for us and the sommelier pick the wine. This turned out fantastic, with many tasty items.
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
loud and noisy food is good but with six people you don't feel that full and you feel like getting a burger at Talyors when your done
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had a 9:15 reservation for dinner on a Saturday night and we got in around 9pm. The bar/ lounge area was slightly crowded but we were able to get a seat at the bar while we waited for our table to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was a Tuesday night and my friend and I ducked out of our boring convention to have a little fun. We ended up at Slanted Door right on the waterfront.Everything on the menu looked amazing and we...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Slanted Door is one of my favorite resturaunts in San Francisco and you just can't help but loving the delicious combinations of spices and flavors that continue to make Vietnamese food one of my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Love the location and the Bay Bridge views. Felt the food was good, but not great. Tamarine in Palo Alto does a superior job with sauces and flavoring. Noise level was incredible. We waited to order...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a great experience at The Slanted Door! We brought some friends from NY and we had a great table with a perfect view of the Bay Bridge. We got to watch the sunset and the lights of the bridge...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I tried: Japanese Yellowtail, Slanted Door Spring Rolls, Barbecued Willis Ranch Pork Sparerib, Prather ranch beef carpaccio, niman ranch shaking beef, grilled prather ranch ribeye steak, cellophane...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a day off. A day in the city when everyone is at work is great. I think its nicer in a way. I always wanted to come to the ferry building since the remodel. As usual I take it for granted...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was good and service was prompt and friendly. We ordered crispy imperial rolls, cellophane noodles with dungeness crab meat, and artic char. They are good but not better than any other fine...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really don't understand the appeal. This place is overrated, overpriced and way too loud & crowded. I've had better Vietnamese food at much better prices. I only gave it a second try because I had a...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We spent an evening at the Bar, loved the drinks, anywhere but San Francisco would have been an "A", great appetizers, we gave them a B
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I always hear the bar is a great spot to grab some quick eats so I decided to take my mom down here for some grub.The cocktails are yum:Ginger Limeade is super refreshing and feels like the perfect...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We had drinks here for our very own early happy hour at 2pm on a Thursday afternoon. Had three rounds of drinks and tried their yummy liquid concoction of lime goodness called the Ginger Limeade. Very...
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This place is overrated. Go for the ambiance and location, location, location. It's nice in that it's by the water. But foodwise, it's overpriced. Sure, shaking beef is good, but there are many...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is another one of those- if I were rich, I would eat here everyday- sort of places.Best tofu I have ever touched. Best broccoli that has touched my mouth. This place made me lose my fear of...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
what's the difference between eating at the slanted door or at any vietnamese pho restaurant? the obvious answer is the price and the authenticity of the food... i believe you can get a better meal at...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I imagine it's not cool to use foul language in a Yelp, so I'll just say this:Un-****ing-believable.The high quality food, service, and atmosphere found at this establishment all combine to create the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We took our friends here on Sunday to sit at the bar and have lunch. Everything was great as usual, except I think for the first time in dining there many times I found one dish that I probably...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a friends Bday dinner. It's a big space that can get a bit loud.. with that said its a great place to go with a large group. The have a great $45 prix fixe dinner. The cellophane...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love love love The Slanted Door. Dinner here can be sublime, and if you are just looking for drinks and something to eat, the bar area service is wonderful too. For a business dinner, a birthday...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a weekday night to enjoy some drinks on a nice warm night where it felt like LA weather and no jacket was needed. The decor is chic and the lounge area has comfy seats perfect for some...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like the food here, pretty much everything i have tried is good. The vibe is little weak though. I have waited far too long and spent too much money at this place... the quality gains over...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Slanted Door is fantastic, which is obvious by the fact that it is always packed.Since you have to plan months in advance for a reservation, I highly recommend sitting at the bar. Unlike the "lounge"...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think the food is great but something about this place always annoys me. What you ask? No friggin clue but whenever I leave there, I just am annoyed. Shaking beef is very good and worth wait.
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We came here last weekend for my friend's 49th birthday. This was our first time. We loved the Yellowtail Sashimi, Imperial Rolls, Shaking Beef and the oysters, which is my all-time favorite. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Great food, Terrible service and atmosphere. As a minor league "foodie" that loves to visit different cities and experience great food, I would not recommend this place to anyone visiting from out of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Shaking beef, short ribs, pork chops, halibut, cellophane noodles, whisky smash, malpeque oyster and the best bartenders in SF! Beautiful setting in the Ferry Building.
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Can't beat the views offered at the Slanted Door. Outside seating is amazing and the indoor decor is very modern and slightly crowded. Normally, always busy I do recommend a reservation; however, on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend and I thought we were so clever when we found this place after wandering through the ferry building after a meal at Taylor's, yet when I told my mom where I went, she was like "I hear...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
shaking beef, slanted door spring rolls, spare ribs, halibut, and the yellow corn dish. flat out MONEY! probably my favorite restaurant in SF
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
What an utter disappointment! This used to be a staple of mine not so long ago. The last 2 visits were very bad! We started off with the crispy vegetarian imperial rolls and the spring rolls with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What can I say...it was delicious.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So my husband walked in for lunch and sat at the bar. The service was good, except that my Vietnamese coffee took way too long to come. But the waitress ended up giving it to me for free because of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The location of this restaurant is amazing. I am obsessed with the Ferry Building in general: it has a cheese shop, Blue Bottle coffee, and an amazing gelato shop?! What more do I need? I took a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I'd first heard of The Slanted Door when it was featured on an episode of PBS's Check Please. On the show, they raved about the Catfish Claypot, so much so, that I wished I could scratch open the TV...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm surprised that Slanted Door gets an average star rating of only 3.5. Who doesn't like this place? I'm really intrigued by the Ferry Builidng; it's like someone you think is really attractive, see...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Couple warnings before I begin:This place gets crazy during lunch time.The food is tapas sized (at least for me!) and doesn't always come out at the same time (but they warn you about that)Be prepared...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
In a city known for amazing, crazy, interesting and mouth watering Asian food, it's fascinating to me that The Slanted Door is constantly hyped as the best Vietnamese "Fusion" in San Francisco....
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had an excellent experience at this restaurant although it may be a bit overpriced for what it is. But overall, I definitely recommend it as long as folks are mindful of the associated expenses.We...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Disappointing. Good reviews from friends had me try this place for the first time for lunch. Beautiful room and view. Good service and nice menu. However, my catfish claypot was a disaster. It...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
great place for overpriced vietnamese food that you can get at 1/4 of the price at any of the other vietnamese restaurants in the Tenderloin. although i have to admit that this place has a much...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply put: I'm picky and this is my favorite place to eat -- possibly my favorite in the country.
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has always been a go to spot when in San Francisco. The food is always unique and flavorful. The atmosphere is fresh, clean and not too loud. I usually like to take business...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was disappointed at the beginning of my experience to find its famous ribs were sold out for the night. The service was excellent, I was seated immediately when I got there, 10 minutes before my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to bring out-of-towners!
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had reservations and ended up in the bar waiting for our table. After a couple rounds of drinks and spring rolls got us to our reservation time. I was really surprised that we had to go up and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot believe the hype this place has and how packed it was. The service is horrible and the staff clearly thinks they are better than the patrons. This restaurant is considered Vietnamese fusion...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Shaking Beef was tops. Appetizer Clams were great. Portions were ample and sharable. Waitstaff was knowlegable and enthusiastic. Wine selection was tops. Getting a reservation was difficult but well...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
DO NOT waste time or money. Food was the worst. Had noodles that were bland and soggy and scallops that I could hardly get down. Seriously just hype with a nice view and a bitchy hostess.
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I remember going to the original Slanted Door in the mission when I used to come into town for business trips. The food was good and the prices were reasonable. A few years ago when I revisited...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
kinda pricey, but very nice and upscale. the food was DELICIOUS! i particularly loved the caramelized shrimp.
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
reservations are tough to get -- you probably have to wait a few weeks for a prime slot.anyways, the overall experience was pretty good -- great view of the bay bridge and spacious seating.food is...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite dining spots in San Francisco, I know it can be touristy, but hey, I don't live here! The food its always yummy, the service is friendly and I always look forward to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You'll have to reserve way ahead, but this one is well worth it. Pan-Asian, fusion food done well. It's pricey, but there are many lower priced and absolutely delicious vegetarian options. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here several times and the most recent was the first time I went for lunch. I can comment on half the menu, but I'll leave it to the most popular items.DON'T MISS: Daikon Rice Cakes with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm from an area outside of Washington, DC that has a large Vietnamese community and a plethora of great, budget Vietnamese restaurants. I've been to most in the DC-VA-MD area and can safely say this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm wondering about the reviews that slam The Slanted Door for not being a cheap, authentic hole-in-the -wall---did you do your homework before you made reservations? Haven't been to The Slanted Door...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here on Wed. night at 8 and it was packed. But I'm not sure what the fuss is about. The food was o.k. The green papaya salad was surprisingly refreshing, but I've had better clam dishes and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pro: Picturesque location inside the gorgeous SF Ferry Building.Con: Host(ess) can be aloof and pretentious on occasion.Pro: Cocktail menu is fresh, inventive, and delicious.Con: The Vietnamese...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Not the place for love. Just a place for anglophiles that are afraid of authenticity..If you really need to reserve a place via opentable.com because the one hostess is rather cold, inept and does NOT...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For Vietnamese fusion food, I was pleasantly surprised. I'm usually not too big on Asian Fusion. The restaurant is nice and sits on the water. The tables were all pretty close to each other and I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Gorgeous restaurant on the water. Great prices.
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Three stars for the decent tasting, but so overpriced Slanted Door. To be fair, my first foray to this establishment only involved raw oysters and a Japanese eggplant veggie dish. Oysters were great...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
At first i thought the wait staff was rude and arrogant, but as the meal went on, that feeling vanished with prompt and intuitive service. Beyond that, the food we ordered was very good. Our least...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Slanted Door is exactly what I expected. The food was not on par with the best of the real thing, but generally better than the run-of-the-mill Vietnamese restaurant. The menu comprises...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is expensive, but the great food and consistent service are worth it. Beautiful views, too. The only downside I can think of is that it is hard to get a reservation, especially for larger groups....
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Unexpectedly incredible food!Food with flavors that you actually taste!Also my brother ordered this tea that starts out looking like an alien space pod but you watch it as it unravels into this...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is where I had the Pho that changed my life. Yes, pricey but definitely worth it. This is where a foodie can really appreciate the complexity of a Pho bowl. Trust me, I live and breathe Pho. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Oh my gosh!!! $10 vietnamese crepes and 1/2 the size I've seen in Westminster...$10 pho? What?!?!?! I had a nice lunch at the bar and ordered my $10 vietnamese crepe and honestly, the fish sauce was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
1521 reviews. So, I don't feel the need to say much. Except: Great view!Great for vegetarians!Good for sharing!Order the lemongrass martini!Reasonably priced!Entrance is on the waterfront! Slightly...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
went there with a group of ten and realized they did family style - which is fine, the amount of food was insane and we were all super full when we left.the ridiculous prices make me wonder why people...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ate family style with a large business group and everything was delicious from the oyster bar to the shaking beef. We had a vegetarian in the group and the menu easily accommodated. I didn't pay, but...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I stopped in The Slanted Door for a bloody mary while attending the farmers market Saturday at the ferry building, I didn't get the experience of sitting down and eating but I will say this the bloody...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Had reservations.. 3 weeks ahead.. went up to the reservation desk - some lady - who didn't look very professional - was chatting to someone - took 5 minutes to acknowledge us - when she did no...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands Down my favorite restaurant in SF and that's saying a lot...My 3-year-old-foodie-in-training has been here 5 times. Don't get me wrong, this place is NOT kid friendly, but when mama need her...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on a Sunday without reservations and the place was packed. We ended up sitting in the patio after waiting about 30 min. It was a beautiful Sunday evening and the sun was still out. We...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Pretentious and overpriced.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am going to give an additional star here for the bar. Eating at the bar is an attentive experience. It is pleasant to watch drinks made and enjoy the unique Slanted Door versions of the cocktails....
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOOVE the Door. Shakin beef...'nuf said. Crab meat and cellophane noodle...daikon rice cake, carmelized prawns, spring rolls...oh boy..it is sooo tasty. I started going to Bong Su instead b/c it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ridiculously over priced for the quality of food you get. The atmosphere is so-so. The drinks are good, and the service was friendly and accommodating. Very noisy. I liked it better in the Mission...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Slanted Door was delicious and easily had some of the tastiest vegetarian summer rolls I've ever had. The rolls were very fresh, and the peanut sauce is delicious, though my friend liked the summer...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This was my fifth and final time at the Slanted Door, every time I come to town I bring new friends with me who have never eaten there, and I am finally over it. Pardon my geezerism, but you punks...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here with friends on a Sunday evening and got seated on the patio, which was perfect because it was a warm summer day. This was probably the best choice since it was loud as hell and very warm...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Good food. kinda pricey.
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dinner was excellent at The Slanted Door. Sat outside and the view of the bay and the bridge created such a nice ambiance.Started with a half-dozen oysters and the imperial roll. Both excellent.The...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here almost a dozen times and really love the food. There are lots of choices for vegans, the ambiance is lovely and the service has always been top-notch. I've eaten with a small group, a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Not into Vietnamese food so much, and not really into fusion cooking, but this place rocks. I forget what it was called, but the beef dish really impressed me. The best thing about this place is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
we had the chicken claypot, cellophane noodles, tiger prawns and whole tai snapper with the most delicious spicy fish sauce
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ambiance: Very nice view if you have it, next to the bay. Interior decor was good as you would expect, definitely little more on the business casual side.Service: eh OK, we were seated 20 mins past...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for lunch today and frankly I wasn't impressed. It was really noisy for one, so it's not a good place to go on a date because you can't hear the person next to you. The food was ok, but...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I agree with everything my sister said below and then some. We went there a year ago and were very impressed with the food there. So, I am not sure if its us whose palettes have improved or if its...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
....a moment of silence for the Imperial Rolls. Because they had shrimp in them and I actually ate them and enjoyed them. I don't often break down and give into peer pressure to try seafood based...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You need an evil genius to pair lardons and clams....Subtle flavours and bold pairings.Reminded me of the Momofuku Ssam experience in NY.Also, I've never been welcomed to the bathroom by a gloved...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The views are amazing and the service is good, but the food is not spectacular. We got the kona kampachi --great, the grilled hamachi collar (very dry!), the shaking beef (good), and the chicken clay...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
tasty food that's not quite quite vietnamese - but under the influence=)a little bit pricey, but very well made food. Shaking beef (which i stole a piece of) was perfectly cooked and flavorful. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Shaking Beef is amazing! Damn, I love that dish.This place is always jumping. Be sure to make a reservation in advance. The food is awesome and the drinks are strong! It's a bit pricey to eat...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
best of The Slanted Door: flavors really POP!worst of The Slanted Door: hard to get inrunner-up worst of The Slanted Door: portions on the small size, especially for the pricenext runner-up worst of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner here and was very impressed. They have a great lounge area where you can have appetizers and cocktails. Try the Shanghai Buck! It's pretty much a Dark and Stormy with some fresh ginger...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
First and foremost, it's like walking into a cafeteria! There is no ambiance for a supposedly "classy" restaurant. On top of that, their mixed drinks were sour and sloppy. I went to this restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
M. and I wanted to get lunch after the Pride Parade last weekend, and went to the Ferry Market. After scoping out all the little shops (I had to drag M. away from Miette, promising to come back later...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to like this restaurant... I love the concept of the menu and the location of the restaurant... However, the food is just not up to te standard... I gave it a second and a third...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great drinks, all right-good food. The fried imperial rolls are not to miss! However, the rice paper spring rolls are nothing special. The chicken and shrimp Thai noodles are quite good during...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
#7 on the 7x7 List: Shaking Beef-Tasty? The vietnamese-flavored, cubed filet mignon is delicious but I prefer the slightly cheaper and tastier version at RockSugar (in LA and still overpriced...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overpriced. I visited for my birthday dinner in mid June, and while there were a few added twists to the traditional Asian cuisine, it didn't leave me much more satisfied than what could be had at...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Boy, it's really difficult to rate a restaurant that you can't even get into the door. We made reservations weeks in advance, we got a call the night before, and we got a call a few hours before our...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's a gem on the water. Dine on generous portions at this modern Vietnamese restaurant. Favorites are the vegetarian spring rolls, the cellophane noodles, the niman ranch beef and the grilled tiger...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The Slanted Door was reccomended to my wife and I from a tasting room employee at a Santa Rosa area winery. It sounded good, so we decided to give it a try.The atmosphere is modern and elegant. We...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Been here a few times, two or three, and it's OK, but it's not at all worth the hype and I can name numerous other "Viet/Thai/Pan Asian" joints on the West Coast that are far superior. It's not bad,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My hubbie and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary at Slanted Door. The dinner was very good and the atmosphere and view was great! We enjoyed a couple of cocktails, which were nice and strong. We...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My first lunch at Slanted Door after countless dinners and drinks only served to reinforce how good this place is time after time. Taking two friends from out of town who'd never been to the ferry...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm bumping it up by one star because quite frankly, the food tasted so much better the second time around--when I didn't have to pay it for myself. Haha.The firm brought me here for lunch during my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have been anticipating Slanted Door for a while. My friends and I enjoyed the cubed steak (shaking steak), pork clay pot, corn, spring rolls and some chicken dish (forgot the name). Overall, food...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Never again! Went there this week after many many years. I had great memories of this place and was so excited that we were going back. What a disappointment!!! 3 out of the 7 in our party came down...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This is 2.5 stars, it's closer to a "Meh", but wasn't inedible, and seriously, it wasn't what I would have hoped for. The Slanted Door is one of "THE" places to eat in San Fran, but I had a few...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great tourist spot, especially on a pretty day... you can't really beat the ferry building. The food was good but I still prefer Tamarine in Palo Alto or Bong Su in SF (which just closed!! so sad). It...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One star for cocktails (Corpse Reviver & Indian Summer are both fantastic), one star for the daikon rice cakes, one star for the beautiful views, and two stars for spotting Jon Hamm and Andy Richter...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When the full moon rose over the Bay Bridge, which we witnessed from our lovely booth while being attentatively pampered, I knew this was a blissful experience. All food & drink ordered was divine --...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
In a word: MEH. Had to check out this much-hyped SF foodie hotspot... but left feeling totally underwhelmed. Granted, I'm from LA, home of amazing (and cheap) Asian food... but I expected to be at...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
With such an ideal location and great food it's hard to go wrong here. We sat at the bar. The ambiance was nice with great feng shui simple elegance in decor. The food was fresh and tasty, especially...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't usually order lamb because of it's gaminess however the selected prix fixe menu included the rack of lamb and it was divINE! It was cooked medium and the sauce just topped it off. The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've tried a number of the appetizers and entrees here, and I have yet to be disappointed. Nice balance of flavors, and the use of spices is just right. The selection of cocktails is nice, as is the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great but hard to find parking.... Since its located at the Ferry Building by the Embarcadero Center, its pretty crowded... They charge by person and not by dish, it has a great...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the City. Always jam packed but well worth the wait...forget about trying to get a table. Sit at the bar or on the sofa and enjoy the amazing sides and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE LOVE LOVE.Always get the slanted door spring rolls. The peanut sauce is really good! Also love the shaking beef. YUM. The lime sauce over the beef cubes is delish. Other things to try are the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went to the Slanted Door for lunch on Saturday (June 6) for the first time since they moved to the Ferry Building. I live close to Tamarine, which is often portrayed as being a notch below the Slanted...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I hadn't been here in a few years and I didn't remember the food being all THAT great. But I was so wrong. This is my new favorite restaurant in the city. There aren't enough words to describe food...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been here many many times both for fun and for business dinners. I can honestly say I have never had a bad experience. I go here every chance I get!
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I don't get what all the hype is about with this restaurant. Between two of us we tried six dishes (4 starters and 2 entrees) and were not impressed with any of them. The Kona Kampachi itself was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i went to this place twice in the past month....once with the fam bam & once with my homie~never was a fan of the asian/fusian hip scene (spots like roys)...trick is to book lunch (opentable.com)...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If I lived closer to SF, I would make a habit of dining here... I was 100% happy with everything but the desserts. Since I'm not really a fan of sweets though, I can overlook that because everything...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Good "Fusion Food" - meaning focused for the non-Asian tastesVery Expensive for the food served, but you're paying for the ambience, not the food thereGreat place to go, if you want an amazing...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We've been here twice. Both times for somewhat special occassions. Once just with my husband and once with another couple. Yes, the reservations are hard to get but if you can get off peak hours...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I might just be lucky. I think we were. I flew into San Francisco last August for business but with instructions from my boss to fly in a day early and "just enjoy the city" (a relocation was being...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good for a sit down with friends; It's a bit pricy for the what you get, but it's cause of the location. I like getting take out from out the door;
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I visited this fine restaurant last night for the first time in 6 years. I have tried to get reservations the past 4 times my in-laws were in town. I finally scored a Sunday 5:30pm dinner ressie....
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was packed on Friday at 5pm with long lines waiting for the 5:30pm seating to begin. We waited by the bar (also packed) leisurely. I can see why this place is so popular! The food was good,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. I think I would eat here every night if I could. And If it didn't cost so much. By far the best Vietnamese food I've ever had. Try the claypot chicken and shaking beef. Actually, try it all....
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Love the bar, the drinks, the crowd, service is decent. Not made it into the restaurant yet.
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I ate here during my first trip to San Francisco on one of the best vacations ever, so maybe part of my love for the restaurant is nostalgia, who knows. I now live in the area having returned many...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Slanted Door and I wanted to give them five stars, but I'm not quite sold. Maybe after a couple more visits. The food and service are very solid and some of the dishes are outstanding (like...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for a graduation celebration last week. Katie H. and I had dined at Out the Door, Slanted Door's somewhat more casual sibling-restaurant down the street, a couple of times, but had never...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Okay seriously I've been dying to try this place. I'm not a SF native, but a huge lover of what SF has to offer in terms of cuisine. Last few times I came up, I tried to make reservations at this...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Due to my recent unemployment status, my dining choices have been involuntarily down-graded to hole-in-the-wall's and budget finds. But today brought me a gift from a very generous friend and let me...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tasty upscale Vietnamese food that is approachable for those not familiar with the food. The restaurant is really hard to find from the inside of the Ferry Building, and the main entrance is actually...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's been years since I've visited this place but I remember their filet mignon and scallops was pretty good. However, nothing else stood out to me. For the price and quality, probably will not be...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Every time I am in NorCal, I always have a hankering to go to Slanted Door. I always get asked, is it really that good? does it really serve traditioanl vietnamese food? the answer is yes and yes...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I would give no stars if I could this place is staffed with rude and pretenious knobs. I mean how does this place get such high ratings? The food is not all that. I had way better at palces that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I come here for after work drinks with friends. They happen to have a wonderful beer from France called Brasserie Lebbe L'AmalthA�e. They sell it in wine sized bottles and usually what I do is purchase...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was in SF for a business trip and my friend took me here for drinks and appetizers. This is one of SF hottest restaurant and I was totally unimpressed. I had better food in Philadephia and this is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pricey but great food and great view by the window where you can see the whole bay bridge. Love their shaking beef and tiger prawn and sorbet dessert with tapioca filling at the bottom....
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place was fantastic!!!! I didn't know what to expect when we went there, but i was very impressed. It is called a Vietnamese restaurant but it is more vietnamese spices and flavors, instead of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Read through some of the reviews before going to the Slanted Door with a few friends and was a little worried given some of the negative reviews. But, the truth is, no place is gonna be 100% a 100% of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have genuinely enjoyed everything I have ever eaten here, knowing full-well that the ingredients are of super-high caliber and that the reputation is at stake. I enjoy the food, wine, and yes, the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The bartender is MARRIED...no ring on his finger...flirting with us...when he finds out we aren't tourists and LOCAL...his attitude turns 180....of course he is embarrassed as then we realize we know...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful restaurant, location, location, location. Food is good, (maybe very special for those who view Slanted Door as an "exotic" S.E. Asian fusion food experience) Liked Slanted Door much more...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I can't tell you how much I hate this place...it represents everything that was wrong with the go-go 90's (when it first rose to prominence) culture of conspicuous consumption . It purports itself to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent asian fusion menu and decor perfect for lunch or dinner. Reservations are recommended during peak hours. Customer service is excellent and they will never let you water glass go empty....
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had the dinner prix fix meal here. Everything was all pretty good. I thought everything tasted like my moms cooking (which is bomby). Prices are steep. Decor is Modern. Great view of the bay...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
This used to be one of my favorite places in SF. What happened? Because they got so popular that they can afford to be mediocre, I guess. Food came really slow, and not in great flavor either. And it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We were 15 min late for our Mother's Day reservation and ended up still having to wait for about 15 min for our table. Got a Sunset on the Danube (champagne with elderflower syrup) but ended up...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Slanted Door is a nice restaurant. It has a wonderful view of the bridge and bay just outside it's back doors. I also enjoyed the very simple and modern decor.Food was good. We tried the Shaking beef...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just barely nudges past generic/cheesy chain restaurants located in suburbia. Location gives it extra points - few places can give you great decent to taste while sitting outside and looking at the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We had tried to go there for dinner but the waiting was too long. This time we made a reservation and went there for an early lunch. The food was fine, the view was great, and the service was ok--even...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't think my entire family has ever enjoyed a restaurant as much as this. Everything about it was just superb. It's right on the pier overlooking the ocean and the Bay Bridge. The inside decor was...
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Reservations are highly recommended for this restaurant. I am Vietnamese and have been to numerous Vietnamese restaurants. The Slanted Door is the first Vietnamese restaurant I've encountered that has...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great location! Nice views of the bay bridge. Hard to get reservations since it's so popular. Love the 'birds nest'. Green papaya salad is good. Some interesting interpretation of food - Fusion. For...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Still a great place to eat (though I do missed the Valencia location).Highly recommend the grilled Australian free-range lamb rack.BTW valet parking only slight more expensive than the nearby lots.
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
everytime i patronize a charles phan establishment i cannot help but think how much i hate this guy. i dont know why i just hate him.i made a reservation for 1:30pm sunday. from the tone of the girl...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.7 Stars.This is one of those places where the food and service kicks ass....but the lines, crowd, and prices, dilute the yumminess of the entire package. I went with a friend and we had a couple...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had I written this review right after we went here, it would probably be like a Certain Someone's. But after a week to cool down, I'm feeling slightly better about it. Yes, it was overpriced.No, it...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Some of the food was tasty, and some was just okay.There was a lot of the "Emperor's New Clothes" phenomenon going on here.
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow- this place is busy! You need to plan ahead for this one; they book up a month in advance- unless you go for lunch. The food is amazingly fresh and even looks attractive. The lunch menu offers...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was recommended to me to visit by a local - great suggestion. Good food, good service - nice atmosphere - fair price. It was worth the trip and I will go back next time I am in town.
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
my slanted eyes go through slanted door. get good food. me likey.
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Even if I were a tourist from some godawful place like Ohio I would not be impressed. The drinks are stupidly expensive and my stomach is still not right after eating the tartar. The service is even...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK, this is a San Franciscan institution. I'm only sorry that I was never able to try this restaurant when it was in the Mission (unfortunately I was living in NYC at the time). This was my first...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I have to comment on the unisex washroom; because it bothered my friend much, she just couldn't get over it. So, for those who have bathroom insecurities, be warned. A bathroom attendant will be...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
a string of recent visits have taken away from my initial liking of the slanted door. the food hasn't been as great as how i remembered it from our initial visit. i've had the black cod, the shaking...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great food, great ambiance and amazing cocktail with elderflower liquor (St. Germain).. I went with her while on vacation in SF. The menu is very reasonable and so many great options.
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Beautiful view of the Bay Bridge. Great atmosphere for a birthday dinner. There were about 11 of us so we had to order from the prix fixe menu which was not bad at all. You get to chose from 3...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My partner and I had a wonderful dinner here this month. Our table looked out onto the harbor, and the Bay Bridge at sunset. Our server, Darcey, was friendly and helpful in suggesting appetizers that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good noodles, pretty good service, pretty good beer selection, lively dining room. All in all a pretty good meal, an overall good experience, but maybe not quite up to all the hype.
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to SD more times than I care to count. The food is always good! I recommend: 1. crispy imperial rolls2. grapefruit and jicama salad3. shaking beef4. grilled Range Brothers' berkshire pork...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I happen to read an article about this place in a recent Saveur magazine, the article said it was considered to be one of the 12 restaurants that mattered. That's a pretty bold claim so I had some...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i love the style of whoever they use as their interior architect/designer for their restaurants...feels refreshing and clean.had some appetizers and drinks at the bar while meeting up with some...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Sometimes, I need to work on my hype filter. Chron 100 restaurants are supposed to be the top 100 restaurants in the Bay Area, but when it comes to food that is neither American, Californian or...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I have heard about this place for awhile and recently read about it in Saveur Magazine. It was featured as one of the the 12 restaurants that matter. After visiting here, I wonder if that was a paid...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Without the debacle of trying to get reservations here (calling 1 month before V-Day and being told I should have called TWO months before) for the last year, I finally got a seat at this place for my...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So we've had a gift certificate for this place since Christmas 2007, and although it's two years later, it's still crowded. That's gotta say something!The first year we tried to go here it was a lot...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I'm pretty sure I ordered as instructed by yelpers, chowhounders and restaurant staff...and I was still underwhelmed. It wasn't that the food wasn't good, because it was! It just wasn't as amazing as...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had a perfect lunch here yesterday. The weather was abnormally warm for April and the view was gorgeous from the restaurant. My colleague and I brought a client here and she was impressed with the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If this was a restaurant in any major Asian foodie city, like Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tokyo, or Singapore, this would be a MEDIOCRE restaurant. Having eaten all kinds of traditional and modern Asian...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Totally overrated!!!! Not worth the money.
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 StarsI asked the waiter what was best and we ended up with the spicy papaya salad (delicious) and shaking beef (very good but some pieces were over cooked). I also ordered the pho soup which had...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great Vietnamese fusion, I would go there again for a special occasion, but honestly, it's over priced and probably wouldn't go there on a regular dinner night out. I guess the problem I have is that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
From the earliest day's of my youth I had been on the hunt for that one piece of fish that would give me the feel good moment of my life's pallet. That moment arrived.The New Zealand Trout I munched...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
pretty good restaurant if you're not vietnamese and have never had authentic vietnamese food before. This restaurant gets talked up like it's the greatest thing to ever hit earth......and I'm not...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place is very nice and yes good food. i went to it when it was on brannan and it was good there too. get the ahi tuna, papaya salad, catfish claypot, and thai coffee, sorry its been a while and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what this other reviewer was writing about that the hype exceeds the experience. Maybe they didn't order correctly. I was very impressed with every thing. From the greeting we received;...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The ambiance here is nice! The food is good but I've had better Vietnamese dishes elsewhere. Overall I was pleased and would probably go back again. It is conveniently located inside the ferry...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well, the service was pretty good considering that we had a large party. HOWEVER, I don't know if the service was good because that's how the service is there or if it was to make up for the fact that...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The ambiance is modern and elegant. The food was fresh and flavorful. We tried the garlic prawns, papaya salad and Alaskan Halibut. It is pricey and you need reservations.
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
asian fusion.food is excellent, creative.nice place, modern, space. A little noisy. Trendy.
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great if someone else picks up the bill!The food is really good and I love that they use fresh, seasonal, local ingredients. But it's overrated. There is better Vietnamese food to have for less money,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went to the location on valencia almost 7 years ago...it was great...dark atmosphere...the rose tea was amazing...the orange glaze beef was delicious and the service was nice...really enjoyed my time...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this place doesn't quite live up to the hype, but it is a damn good place to eat.you can tell if a place is good by how knowledgeable the waitstaff is about the menu. and they got that down here,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Worth a visit -- trendy, casual, popular restaurant. It was a full house crowd even for Tuesday dinner. Be warn that Asian fusion means it's not authentic Vietnamese/Chinese/Asian food. But most...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Slanted Door is OK but not great. Like so many acclaimed places to go, the hype exceeds the experience. Sure the Slanted Door's venue is great. The place is typically crowded with a nice looking...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was great :) The ambiance was nice - very trendy & modern. great place for work meals or a good place to bring parents. The service was fantastic, my water never got below half a glass. The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had dinner here on Thursday night at around 9 p.m. ... I just sat at the bar and a few glasses of cotes du rhone, and then ordered the spring rolls, and the mesquite grilled ocean trout. Excellent...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure if its because Im vietnamese and I've had way better vietnamese food to eat. But the food was not worth the price. My girlfriend loved the her food.. Im not sure if I ordered the right thing...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice views of SF Bay. Food is good. But, here's the problem:The more I eat this stuff, the less I love it. It's lost it's novelty on me. And, I am thinking it's kind of greasy and such. Having...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Prior our trip to San Francisco, I asked around people who are more familiar to the city's restaurants. Most of them recommended us to this restaurant. We heard that reservations is hard to get even...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Slanted Door has become one of our favorite places, my wife likes it for special occasions. Friday we had dinner with our two sons. Even though our reservations were for 5:30 when they opened,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
loved the food, the service could be better.try the shaking beef and baked fish,
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Despite the long lines, extreme hype, and difficulty to get a table, I really found myself underwhelmed at this place. It has an extremely classy environment and gives off the expected avant-garde...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was here again on Friday night...great, great food/experience. Can't wait to go again.
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
went for lunch too late for lunch too early for dinner. made a meal from appetizer list. fantastic fresh ingredients oysters spring rolls and a German white wine. bartenders were very nice and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You've heard it all, so all you really need to know is this: The Slanted Door lives up to all the hype. Ordered 5 dishes, all of which were above-average and very well-portioned. The Manila clams were...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
went there last night - honestly...the best resto in SF!!!
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I was declared a persona non grata when I tried to make reservations some time ago. I am still trying to find out why. I have spend so much money at this establishment ever since they were located on...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Outstanding customer serivce, we had party of 8 for one of my girl friends birthday...i would think it is a little over price...but the most of the food was a little bit sweet... the flower tea was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If Slanted Door does not have really good customer service, I would give it a two star only. I do not understand the long wait to get reservations for this place and after trying it I would not go...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Ehhh its Ok.The ViET food hereis not really a big dealand its kinda overpriced.Nicee view of the bay bridge tho.I dunno if this is tru or not but, i heardthe tea they have that they charge u likei...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I moved to SF, I managed to convince all of my friends to help me move. My wonderful friends came from Portland and Monterey to move all of my stuff to my new loft. To thank them, I treated them...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
itsy bitsy teeny weenie, yellow polka dot MARTINI!not dining on my $, so price aside, it was, well, FINE. solid 3***. adjusted for my own coin, we would be in 2-1/2 **. range.trout was simple & well...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The location is beautiful. My family and I came here on a rainy day in February but I think it made the view more interesting. It seemed like Mother Nature was putting on a show for all of us. Loved...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good food, service, and drinks. Awesome views too! A little pricey but what isn't at the Ferry Building?
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ate here with my family on our vacation to SF. I heard a lot of hype about this place from friends, and the Slant Door lives up to most of it.First, it has prime location in the Ferry Building...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
As most reviewers, I agree that this place is overpriced.The Vietnamese fusion dishes are tasty but pricey. Obviously you pay a premium price for the waterfront atmosphere, and you don't come here for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
4pm-Slanted door bar- listening to Radiohead while drinking caiparinhia's enjoying the view of the bay = perfection.
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have yet to have anything I don't like at this restaurant. Company luncheon. 10 people = prix fixe menu. Picked 3 apps, 3 entrees, 1 veggie dish, and dessert is included.Our feast started with...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i feel a little schizophrenic as i write this review because i want to give 5 stars for some things (cocktails, papaya salad, yellowtail with crispy shallots and daikon cakes) and i want to give 1...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Eat here a lot. Food is fantastic. Can be a bit loud.
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was treated here with my co-workers on a corporate connection and sometimes the taste of free can taste really good.We had their spring rolls and all kinds of different appetizers. The food was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We went there a few years ago for a wedding rehearsal dinner. Everything was great and they were very accommodating. The lounge/bar area had a very cool vibe that I don't see here in Milwaukee.My...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here to take a potential new hire to lunch with a co-worker. So we dived into some apps and had a couple korean coffee's. Shiot was pretty tasty I'm not gonna lie. I was very happy with the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was thoroughly disappointed. We ordered papaya salad, scallion rice cakes, lemongrass tofu, and clay-pot catfish.The salad was okay, but a little too acidic; I've had much better at any number of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i don't go that often because it can rack up the dollars pretty quickly, but i have to say i have enjoyed my experience and the food every time i have been. I love to just sit at the bar and eat cause...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
food: 9service: 9drinks: 8design/ambiace: 6crowd: 7wait/parking/reservations: 5Over rated, but good. Very touristy and very high traffic. It was pricey as well. I am a little biased because my...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
alright so this was my first time to the slanted door today and i had an awesome experience. right off the bat, this place was pretty expensive. it was hard to give up as much as we did in this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been trying to go to Slanted Door for the last 8 months, ever since I got a gift certificate to the restaurant. After making and canceling 3 reservations, my fiancA� and I finally had a hot date...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Errr, I still don't get it. What's all this Slanted Door fuss about?I've been to the old location and the new location a number of times and I've never ever been impressed. Is it because I'm a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the yellowfin tuna appetizer was so amazing we ordered another plate. it was that good.the signature drinks are hit or miss. some are more soda/juice-like than an actual cocktail.overall, we enjoyed...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The problem with the restaurant now is that it is inconsistent. When it was on Valencia Street, and much smaller, it was always good. Everything on the menu, all the time. However, it's now hit and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Is there still a long wait to get a table at this joint?This place used to be good when it was at the Valencia location; ever since they moved, the quality of the food had gone down (YES, even the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Coming from a neighborhood that has tremendously good vietnemese food I had not much hope for this place. And it's true the food isn't authentic exactly, it's a nice fusion of vietnemese ideas and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am a Phan of Charles Phan's Slanted door. I love the location, atmosphere and decor. I feel that some of the items are a little expensive like the spring rolls you can get in chinatown for half...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm really leaning more towards a 3.5, but that option isn't available. The problems first:-horribly noisy (yes the Ferry Bldg. is a biz hot-spot, but the acoustics in that joint are awful!) -hosts...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I do not care what my man says about the food being inauthentic. It tastes good and that's all that matters to me!I like the atmosphere and decor. The vegetarian dishes were mighty tasty.Minus one...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Slanted Door is a first class restaurant. Book your reservations in advanced or else it will be impossible to get in. The restaurant is always packed, even on Sunday's. They are located northeast...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
good thing i made reservations for this place!! While waiting for the host to let him know we were here for our lunch reservations, i watched many MANY people get turned away because they were "booked...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is aight. A bit overrated. I've been here a couple of times and don't get me wrong, the food is good...just not for that price. First time I came, it was a company team dinner so I was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the "wood oven roasted whole fish with spicy gingered fish sauce" it's my favorite!!
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for brunch a couple weeks ago and it blew my mind. Seriously. The cabbage and jicama salad, the rib-eye steak and the brussels sprouts were amazing. But the icing on the cake; the ginger...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic cocktails, wonderful Japanese yellowtail, and melt in your mouth beignets- three fantastic reasons to visit Slanted Door. Luckily, my boyfriend's college roommate came to visit giving us an...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The lady and I went here for dessert. Fantastic experience while sitting at the bar. Beignets with cinnamon Sabayon - $9 :: Superb! Light and crispy with good touch of sugar. The sauce only added...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Food was pretty good. Didn't taste like authentic Vietnamese food, but still good. The atmosphere definitely made the food taste better.Shaking beef.Flank BeefBraised beef short ribs.Chicken Claypot....
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
5 stars for the chicken clay pot alone. The flavors are so complex and the meat is perfectly tender. The broken rice has a unique texture--each grain is perfectly cut in half crosswise. How do they...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
After four visits (two lunch & two dinner), still my favorite restaurant in San Francisco. This place is a work of art, for many reasons:* Beautiful setting (corner of the Ferry Building, waterfront,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant is right around the corner of the Ferry Building and offers long waits and great food presentation. If there is any one fitting slogan for this place it would be "come hungry leave...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I noticed that SF peeps are real foodies. I thought this place had really tasty food but it doesn't have as many 5 stars as I expected.Loud cool looking space with tasty fusion food. Drinks are...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Heard so much about the place that I had to try it. Our party of six had cocktails and appetizers in the bar area before dinner. Drinks were very tasty, each with a unique taste. We ended up doing...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Very slick and romantic restaurant overlooking the water and the Bay bridge. Very nice modern decor and art in the space. The bathroom is also unique. The food is delicious! Shakn beef, sprouts,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My soon-to-be ex-boss took me here for a late lunch today as a farewell. This restaurant is beautiful, and the view you get is so amazing. Definitely a place to take friends to if you want them to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Is it crowded? Yes.Do you need to make reservations? Yes.Is there lots of hype? Yes.Is the food excellent? Yes.Is the wine list great? Yes.Order the crab noodles and the tiger prawns for certain, but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say, despite the admitted bit of overhype, I love Slanted Door. Yes, you need to make rezzies way in advance - otherwise, you'll end up eating at 5:45 with the old folks, but the food and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is awesome! The food is really delicious. The servers were completely friendly and helpful. They made some wonderful recommendations. The ambiance is lively, a perfect dinner n drinks after...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I took my girlfriend here for a nice romantic evening last night. The view of the Bay Bridge is beautiful, the lavish decor is nice, and the service was absolutely amazing. The FOOD, however was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have to say, I was skeptical that any Asian food was going to be worth it at the prices they charge or if it warranted the ambiance that Slanted Door. Boy was I ever wrong!!! The food was very high...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not bad but I think a little overrated at this point. I think it's more the name, legend and institution that Slanted Door has become that makes it a hot spot than the food itself. The dining room...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very tasty and good portions. Cocktails are lovely and wine selection is fab. The space can be a little noisy so not an ideal place if you want an intimate chat with your dinner companion.
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh people who like to be mean to Slanted Door, stop it. We had Ryan as our waiter, as personable and polished as you could ever hope for in a wait-person. Here's why he's great; when a couple of us...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The decor at the Slanted Door is amazing and the location great, making it a wonderful date night spot. The food is comforting, flavorful, high-quality and well-portioned. The service is friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
HUGE place, yet always packed. The space is wide, bright and decorated with lighter colors. The bathrooms are nice, with an attendant as well. The vibe is great because its located inside the ferry...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The service has been declining recently, but the food is consistently good. Some tried and true dishes can be found in other posts, like the shaking beef, but I rather enjoy restaurants whose menus...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I used to be a huge fan. I've been coming here for like I don't know at least 5 years. This year, I'm not sure if they were having an off day... we ordered the shaking beef, the spinach and catfish....
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Vietnamese food. I love fine dining. How could I not love The Slanted Door? Yes I still frequent my neighborhood Vietnamese hole in the wall, but sometimes it doesn't cut it. There isn't...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was really good. Pretty much ordered the most popular dishes: Imperial Rolls, Papaya Salad, Shaking Beef. Hella good! We also had the Grilled Shrimp that came with the same condiments as the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't had the chance to try a lot of Vietnames food in the past besides just Pho and Spring Rolls. Everything I sampled here though was really good. You can't go wrong.
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Recently a friend asked me if there really was a slanted door at The Slanted Door. I was unable to recollect. That's the proof in the pudding right there as far as how good the cocktails were.The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is pretty good but certain people talk about it like it is the best or something. The food is great...I love the imperial rolls, chicken claypot and black cod. The service is a little...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Who cares if the door is slanted, the food is great!!!Started off with the Oyster's, ahhhhh, so fresh and so clean clean. We couldn't decide between the yellowtail with crispy shallots and thai basil...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Vietnamese food from hole-in-the-wall cheap places to upscale restaurants so had been looking forward to trying this place for years.After many unsuccessful attempts to book a table in past...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was really excited to finally eat at the slanted door for a work function recently. My opinion might be skewed since I wasn't ordering for myself (family style pre-order) and I wasn't paying . The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Let me just say that I really, really, really loved the food here. We had the imperial rolls, the shaking beef and the cellophane noodles with dungeness crab, and they were all beyond delicious. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
when i get pissed, i cut. slanted door PISSED ME OFF a few years ago and in my mind they've been cut ever since. thing is, my mom loves it and always wants to take me there. so i give it the it's...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant gets by on three things...1. Locale - their space in the Ferry Building is large, swank, fun, and uncomplicated. Good for large groups. Good for a quick drink. Good for a casual...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was pleasantly surprised after my business dinner. I've been "informed" before going in that their food wasn't that great. However, after tasting their family style meal, my tummy was happy. There...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This restaurant is very busy. Make a reservation. I made a reservation 5 days in advance. It is located in ferry building and offers excellent view. Food is fusion Vietnamese. Excellent ambiance and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm surprised to see that Slanted Door has a cumulative 3-1/2-star rating on Yelp (at least as of this review). First off, I think the food really is quite good. Second, the space is large, modern and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
