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  2030 Union StreetSan Francisco, CA 94123
  Betelnut Pejiu Wu Details
  Phone: (415) 929-8855
  Hours of Operation: Lunch: Friday - Sunday: 11:30am - 4:45pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm
  Cuisine: Pan-Asian, Southeast Asian, Tapas / Small Plates
  Executive Chef: Alexander Ong
  Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Fireplace, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Smoking Area (patio only), Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  A word from Betelnut Pejiu Wu
  For hundreds of years in the bustling cities and fragrant harbors of Asia a favorite and familiar place to savor distinctive local dishes has been the side street beer house, or pejiu wu. Here, large mugs of beer complement emphatically fresh and tantalizing "street food" made with fresh local… ingredients and regional spices that tend to be on the hotter side.Continued
  Featured Reviews "This place is awesome. Friendly service, great decor, impeccable. But the food is the real draw. Gourmet Asian in small,..."
  "I looove betelnut - not sure about the new menu as some of my favourites are missing - but just an opportunity to try ne..."
  "Great authentic Chinese tapas-style restaurant. Especially liked the Squid Kabobs...."
  Betelnut Pejiu WuInnovative gourmet AsianThis place is awesome. Friendly service, great decor, impeccable. But the food is the real draw. Gourmet Asian in small, but not too small, portions, a great selection for everyone's tastebuds. Really enjoyed it, and will come back again. Easy parking on a great walking/shopping street so the whole experience is upbeat, upscale but not uptight.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMNew MenuI looove betelnut - not sure about the new menu as some of my favourites are missing - but just an opportunity to try new things....... Service and speed still fabulous. I will keep on coming back.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMTapas, Chinese-StyleGreat authentic Chinese tapas-style restaurant. Especially liked the Squid Kabobs.4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMVery good and I would return.Very good and I would return. Michael Bauer's review in yesterday's Comical was less than stellar, but don't let that stop you from visiting and enjoying.4/25/2013 12:00:00 AMSplendid as always!Chef Alex Ong made a wise decision to make Hutong's portions tapa style. This allows you to load up on all of the delicious and unique dishes, without the guilt ;) Perfecto!4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMAlex Ong is THE MASTER creator!Alex Ong is THE MASTER creator! Love this restaurant and all 16 dishes we ate during our "feast" was pure heaven:
  Appetizers awesome- squid skewers, oysters siracha, ora king salmon skewers, hutong chicken wings, lamb belly
  Entrees- citrus brined niman ranch pork loin, oxtail hot pot, black iron steak, braised short ribs, arugula salad, green beans, Stone Pot Noodles, Fried Rice
  Dessert- Fried Banana and the Coffee Ice Cream Granita
  WOW! YOU MUST GO!4/8/2013 12:00:00 AMFirst visit to Hutong sinceFirst visit to Hutong since the change. We've seen the negative reviews but we found the food to be creative with exciting flavors and good portions for the money. Congratulations. Kale salad, mushroom skewers, chicken skewers, and flatiron steak. Four dishes and drinks for under $60. We'll tell our friends and we will be back often.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was outstanding asThe food was outstanding as was the service. The waiter spent time to explain the menu items and the best way to order. Each dish exceptional as was the experience.4/5/2013 12:00:00 AMBetter than...Very delicious and interesting food. We were dining with a world renown chef and food writer/educator. He said, "this is better than the Slanted Door" where we had eaten the night before. I won't go back to Slanted Door, but I will recommend Hutong and I would eat there again. Also, the signature Thai Basil Gimlet is my new favorite drink. Happy Juice! Kampachi was exquisite. Chicken livers an indulgent delight. Wild boar egg noodles were a big hit.4/4/2013 12:00:00 AMI've been to Betelnut manyI've been to Betelnut many times before and always thought it was hit or miss. Hutong was much better. We were able to get a reservation for 9 without much problem. The small plate style and drinks were a great combo and end up being very reasonably priced. $40 a person, pretty good for a boozy dinner.3/29/2013 12:00:00 AMFood was very good, servedFood was very good, served in tapas style that allowed for sharing and trying many different selections. Would absolutely make a point to dine there again on my next visit to San Francisco.3/28/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent restaurant thoughExcellent restaurant though a bit heavy on using salt!!!3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was delicious andThe food was delicious and the service wonderful. We had a totally enjoyable evening and will be going back for sure.3/15/2013 12:00:00 AMSmall Plates and MoreI am very excited about Alex Ong's new place Hutong- it had some great small plates and was very tasty and authentic. I hear they are going to be packed the next few days so make a reservation on open table in advance if you plan to go! I was glad Alex kept the coffee granita dessert on the menu and I hear the begging chicken is coming back too!3/13/2013 12:00:00 AMImpressive openingImpressive opening night, I hope they can keep it up if and when the crowds come in. Dishes--pretty much all small plates--were all tasty and fun and reasonably priced, service was attentive and helpful, and updated venue rocked. Minor quibbles, they have to improve the shrimp chips that come with the tombo, and the semi-circular booth seating is too tight and intimate, unless one is on a date, of course3/11/2013 12:00:00 AMAlways Love It!We've been to Betelnut for what seems like a thousand times. Always good. Even really liked the meal we had when it was Hutong. The one thing that always stands out is the service. Incredibly as many times as we've been we have always had exceptional service. Whether we're in a hurry or just want to take our time the service is always on point - and really friendly. Have yet to have even a slightly bad experience.3/3/2013 12:00:00 AMVery good food, would neverVery good food, would never have found this place if not recommeded. A bit tough to get the server's attention, but the food more than made up for it.2/26/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent but a little rushedOverall, very good as usual. Two distractions: waitress checked in too many times and food orders (all for sharing among group) were brought too rapidly versus being spaced.1/20/2013 12:00:00 AMWent to Hutong on Monday andWent to Hutong on Monday and I loved it. The small plates were perfect to try a bunch of different things. Must try: the oysters (they put a spicy ice on top of each one), the chicken livers, the oxtail and any of the raw dishes. Loved it all. Excellent desert: best coffee ice cream with shaved espresso on top. The ambiance hasn't changed much at all, but its fun being able to try a bunch of different dishes, all very creative and delicious.1/1/0001 4:00:00 PM
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