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BBQ · The Castro · $$
Crispy, golden waffle-cut fries that are the perfect sidekick to any sandwich on the menu.
Middle Eastern · Duboce Triangle · $$
Crispy whole-fried fish brightened with fresh herbs and red onion
Vietnamese · Civic Center · $
New American · Hayes Valley · $
Southern‑style fried thigh on brioche with chipotle yogurt, cabbage, pickled onions and herbs—crispy and tangy.
BBQ · SoMa · $$
Golden-crisp tofu cubes that vegetarians order in addition to skewers.
South Indian · Japantown · $$$$
Crispy, street-style fried chicken seasoned with a complex blend of aromatic spices.
Pho & Noodles · Civic Center · $$
Fresh rolls with lettuce, mint, cilantro, vermicelli, bean sprouts and seasoned tofu in peanut sauce—light, crisp, and refreshing
Thai · Tenderloin · $
New American · Mission District · $$$$
Umami‑rich fried rice using premium Koshihikari rice and seasonal vegetables—balanced and satisfying
Filipino · Tenderloin · $$$$
Fried mochi dessert that divides opinion—crispy and indulgent, but not for everyone.
Korean · Polk Gulch · $$$$
Late-night-style Korean fried chicken paired with caviar and Champagne, an SSAL signature indulgence.
Indian & South Asian · Mission District · $
Sichuan · Chinatown · $$$
Shanghainese · Hayes Valley · $$
Plump, pan‑fried bao with a crispy bottom and a burst of juicy broth inside
Mediterranean · SoMa · $$
Crispy katsu-style chicken patty with spicy mayo, shredded cabbage, and carrot in warm lavash
Nepali & Himalayan · West Portal · $$
Fries tossed with fresh garlic and served with creamy tikka sauce, indulgent and savory
Cantonese & Dim Sum · Little Russia · $$
Glutinous rice tossed with savory mix-ins, mounded for sharing.
American · Hayes Valley · $
Sweet potato fries dusted with sugar and honey—sweet and crisp.
Standard side dish frequently noted for disappointing texture and flavor.
Fresh‑cut fries tossed with garlic—crispy and aromatic.
Fried rice with tofu, soy protein, vegetables, basil and spices—fragrant and flavorful
Sichuan · Central Richmond · $
Sushi & Omakase · Lower Haight · $$$$
Nepali & Himalayan · West of Twin Peaks · $$
Crispy chicken with a spiced yogurt sauce—crunchy coating with a tangy, creamy dip
Thai · Inner Sunset · $$
Crispy, golden fried chicken with bold southern Thai spices — crunchy exterior giving way to juicy, well-marinated meat
Italian · Mission District · $$$
Castelvetrano olives stuffed with braised oxtail, breaded and fried.
Mexican · Dolores Heights · $$
Tempura‑fried fish with pico de gallo, slaw and habanero aioli—crispy, tangy, and well‑balanced
Mission Bay · $
Ultra-crisp fried chicken sandwich with house sauce.
American · Crocker-Amazon · $$
Crispy wings glazed in spicy chili garlic oil with cool scallion ranch for dipping
Vietnamese · Outer Richmond · $
Shanghainese · Central Richmond · $$
Chewy sliced rice cakes wok-tossed with cabbage, pork, and a kiss of soy — pure Shanghai comfort
Brunch · Potrero Hill · $
Crisp fried chicken paired with a fluffy Belgian waffle—classic sweet‑savory brunch done right
New American · North Beach · $$$$
Crispy fried chicken with a spicy-sweet chili glaze — addictive bar snack that punches above its weight
New American · Western Addition · $$$
Burrata with crispy butter beans and Yerena Farms strawberries — a seasonal fixture.
Bar · Union Square · $$$
Bistro-style steak frites; a heartier option on the bar menu.
Brunch · West of Twin Peaks · $$
Outer Richmond · $$
Cajun-seasoned wild shrimp with all the Creole accompaniments, served over rice — the signature dish that keeps regulars coming back for decades.
Thai · Japantown · $$$$
Catfish soaks up mango salad juices, course standout.
Latin American & Caribbean · Lower Nob Hill · $$$
Whole game hen fried to a shattering crisp, lacquered in a sweet and sour glaze that caramelizes at the edges — messy, bold, and utterly satisfying
Southern & Soul Food · Potrero Hill · $$
Well-salted, juicy buttermilk-brined fried chicken; available as bucket for takeout.
New American · Dogpatch · $$$
Juicy fried chicken with a flaky biscuit -- comfort food that pairs beautifully with champagne
New American · Alamo Square · $$
Crispy fried chicken infused with Moroccan spices and drizzled with chili honey
Crispy, golden-fried chicken known for its juicy interior and seasoned crust.
Katsu · Lower Nob Hill · $$
Fries tossed with Japanese chili pepper, Kewpie mayo, bonito flakes and scallions—umami‑rich and addictive
Pan-Asian influenced noodles with chicken and veggies—a departure from traditional Indian that showcases the chef's range