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Cordon Bleu Vietnamese Restaurant is a family-owned eatery serving authentic Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of San Francisco. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to craft dishes that are both flavorful and aromatic. From classic Pho to crispy Spring Rolls, every bite is a taste sensation. As a popular Vietnamese restaurant, we take pride in our traditional recipes, made with love and care to transport your taste buds to the streets of Hanoi. Our menu features a range of options to suit every palate, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. Conveniently located at 1574 California St, San Francisco, CA 94109, we're the perfect spot for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner with friends and family. Whether you're a local or just visiting, our warm and welcoming atmosphere will make you feel right at home. At Cordon Bleu Vietnamese Restaurant, we're passionate about sharing the beauty of Vietnamese culture through our food. Come and experience the bold flavors and warm hospitality that have made us a beloved Restaurant in San Francisco.

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This cozy Vietnamese eatery serves up flavorful dishes with generous portions at reasonable prices. The menu boasts a variety of options, including pho, banh mi, and noodle dishes, all made with fresh ingredients. Friendly service and a clean atmosphere make Cordon Bleu a great spot for a casual meal.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

OpenTable: 4.4/5

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Allison L.
Allison L. -Google user
Edited 3 weeks ago
The two aunties working are amazing, very sweet ladies! This restaurant is a quintessential hole-in-the-wall experience with good food to boot. We enjoyed the five spice chicken, pork chops, and imperial roll. It's a small place but very cozy - although not my favorite in...Read More
$20–30Atmosphere: 5
AC
AC -Google user
a year ago
this place is such a hidden gem serving the most authentic Vietnamese food in the city. prices are excellent and it's BYOB. highly suggest dining in so you can chat with the ladies and watch them grill your meats. make sure you order the imperial...Read More
Take outDinner$1–10Atmosphere: 5Meat Sauce, Salad, Chicken Salad, Spring Roll, Noodle Salad with Chickenthey offer great vegetarian options! i would suggest ordering the tofu dish and their veggie spring rolls.Difficult to find parkingFree street parkingparking is limited. you'll want to drive around and look for street parking and walk to the restaurant.
Joseph Silvan Pelczar
Joseph Silvan Pelczar -Google user
11 months ago
Hands down the best restaraunt in San Francisco, no exaggeration. If you haven't eaten here yet, you're missing something integral to your experience as a Bay Arean.
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Meat Sauce, Salad, Spring Roll
Aaronray Antonio
Aaronray Antonio -Google user
8 years ago
Simple eats. I've always seen this place busy during dinnertime and I finally got to try it a bit later in the evening. Even though it says Cordon Bleu and you woukd thinks it is some complicated French cuisine. It is really just a simple Vietnamese place...Read More
Shanelle S
Shanelle S -Google user
2 years ago
The tagline is that this may be the best chicken you’ll have outside of Vietnam, and it’s not a hyperbole. Came here with my friend for lunch on a Friday around noon and jabbed two seats. The restaurant is very small (it fits about about...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20
Pedro Carreno
Pedro Carreno -Google user
2 years ago
Katie is not only a grill master but a total sweetheart! Everything on the menu is DELICIOUS!! The flavors are even further accentuated by the immense LOVE that she pours into every dish. My go to is the #5 with a pork chop and it...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20
Oko Hojyo
Oko Hojyo -Google user
a month ago
Amazing food, great prices, and a fantastic atmosphere! I ordered the #5 and it was absolutely delicious. I loved it and would 100% come back.
Take out$10–20Atmosphere: 5Moderate noise2 peopleIt’s not. No high chairs, very limited space.
Ke Yang
Ke Yang -Google user
a year ago
One of my favorite spot in the city. Always smells so amazing when I pass by. The chicken and imperial roll and pork chop are absolutely delicious. The price is so good and the ladies are masters with the grill ;)
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Meat Sauce, Roll, Spicy Pork Chop, Pece 5-Spiced Roast Chicken
Fiona Tan
Fiona Tan -Google user
3 years ago
The owner is a very nice lady and we felt very welcomed there. You get a free refillable tea with your meal too which is nice. We tried the number 1 and ma po tofu - both were great! They cook the food right infront...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20
Natsuki Wada
Natsuki Wada -Google user
3 years ago
- 5 Spiced Roast Chicken, 1 Imperial Roll, 1 Shish Kebab, Country Salad, Meat Sauce on Rice The chicken had a wonderful smokey flavor! Meat Sauce on Rice reminded me of Mapo Tofu and had a gentle flavor. The whole set was only $15, but it...Read More
Atlashrugger
Atlashrugger -Google user
3 years ago
The most succulent flavorful chicken ever. I've been going to this place since 1991 and it is still the same five spice chicken served with a generous helping of white rice smothered with meat sauce and a pickly plain cabbage slaw. Get a side of...Read More
Maria T
Maria T -Google user
a month ago
The aunties are really friendly. It's a small restaurant. The menu is quite unique but the five spice chicken is very tasty. Generous serving and inexpensive. Next time I would like to try mapo tofu.
Lunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5No waitIndoor dining area, Booth seating, Counter seating
Andrea Santos
Andrea Santos -Google user
2 months ago
hidden gem on polk street serving the best 5 spice chicken i’ve had (i normally avoid it)! combo 5 gives you a bit of everything but the chicken and gravy are the highlights. beef was ok and would stick to chicken only next time. chicken was...Read More
Andrew K
Andrew K -Google user
5 days ago
No wonder it's popular with the folks around here! Got the combo #4. Delicious! No frills kind of place. Note this place is Cash only!!!
Take out$10–20Service: 5Up to 10 min
Nisha Garimalla
Nisha Garimalla -Google user
a month ago
If you haven’t been here, you are seriously missing out. The owners are the sweetest. Grilling chicken in front of me and just adding more on my salad as I ate. It felt like being at a family table. Food was A++++ This is def a gem...Read More
Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk2 people
Grace Nanay
Grace Nanay -Google user
3 months ago
It's a true hole in the wall spot with mainly bar seats and a two seat table in the back corner. The menu is simple and they have the juiciest chicken I've tried in the city. I get the chicken salad with meat sauce on...Read More
$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Kristopher Kuss
Kristopher Kuss -Google user
5 months ago
I love this place. If I lived nearby, I would come here at least once a week. The five spice chicken, meat sauce and imperial rolls are all delicious. I really like the vibe of the ladies working there and the whole counter Cafe setting.
Atmosphere: 5
G P (GP)
G P (GP) -Google user
3 weeks ago
The place with the smallest square footage, the largest flavor, and the most Kick-Ass ladies running the restaurant. Thank you for 20 great years and I'm sure you've been there longer.
Take outDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 2Up to 10 min
Shinyoung Park
Shinyoung Park -Google user
4 months ago
I love this place. I can feel the love that goes into the food. Katie, the owner is like a monk repeating same motions repeatedly with her whole heart. It shows in the food. It makes me happy every time I visit. Kudos to Cordon...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Rose
Rose -Google user
a month ago
I have been visiting this place for over 30 years and the food and service is as fabulous as the first day I discovered this place. .I make it a point to visit every time I am in town!! A truly hidden gem!!
Take out$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talk2 people

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