Lily in San Francisco: photos, reviews, menu

About

Lily in San Francisco offers a dining experience that beautifully combines modern interpretations of Vietnamese cuisine with sophisticated flavors. With a Google rating of 4.6, it's clear that both locals and visitors appreciate the exquisite food and fantastic atmosphere. The menu is interesting, offering a wide array of choices including standout dishes like filet mignon, oxtail soup, and a refreshing calamari appetizer. Vegetarians will delight in options such as the unique jackfruit pizza.

The service is consistently praised as very good, with super friendly and attentive staff ensuring a pleasant experience. Outdoor seating is available, allowing guests to enjoy their meals in a relaxing setting. There are also multiple options for convenience, such as food delivery and takeaway.

For beverage connoisseurs, Lily has an extensive wine list featuring selections from both Europe and America, and the cocktails, crafted with a touch of balance and creativity, complement the bold flavors of the dishes perfectly. Start the day with a satisfying breakfast or brunch, or settle in for a delightful lunch or dinner. Payment is easy with credit card options, and parking includes on-street and paid options for convenience.

Whether visiting for a quick bite or an elaborate meal, the beautifully presented dishes and sophisticated flavors, alongside a well-curated beverage menu, make Lily a memorable spot to enjoy Asian and Vietnamese cuisine in San Francisco.

Price

$$$$ 50 - 100 $

Meals

Breakfast, Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Asian, Vegetarian, Vietnamese

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating

Offering

Serving alcohol

Payment

Payment by credit card

Dishes and Beverages

Discover the standout dishes and unique drinks that define Lily menu.

Beef
Beer
Bouillon
Carpaccio
Cheese
Chicken
Coffee
Duck
Fillet steak
Fish
Fried chicken
Fried rice
Ice cream
Meat sandwich
Pizza
Pork
Pork chops
Bird
Shrimp
Rice
Rolls
Salads

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Geary Blvd & 3rd Ave

Bus stop 188 m walk

6th Ave & Clement St

Bus stop 233 m walk

Arguello Blvd & Clement St

Bus stop 234 m walk

Arguello Blvd & Euclid Ave

Bus stop 258 m walk

California St & 4th Ave

Bus stop 260 m walk

4.6

based on 426 reviews

Google

4.6/5 412 reviews

Facebook

4.7/5 14 reviews

Paola De Angelis

Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4

Ottimo cibo ma ci hanno fatto attendere un’ora prima di darci il tavolo nonostante la prenotazione. E nessuno sforzo per renderci l’attesa meno fastidiosa.

William Xia

I had one of the better dining experiences I've had in SF in a long time at Lily, and it wasn't because everything was flawless – it was because of how they handled the few bumps in the road. There is a sense that this place is a beloved neighborhood spot; we saw plenty of regulars being greeted like friends. It’s always a good sign when the owner (who I presume was the gentleman we interacted with most) clearly enjoys his job and genuinely loves interacting with his guests. We happened to be dining during the Clement Street Farmers Market, and we even witnessed him step out to buy fresh fruit directly from the vendors. Pretty cool! Now, for the "bumps." We did receive the wrong order twice. But here's where they truly shined: The staff was incredibly nice and apologetic about the mix-up. Without us asking, they comped one of the incorrect dishes and, to our delight, gifted us a delicious dessert at the end of our meal. They showed genuine care for our experience. Lily isn't just serving great food but delivering an experience built on warmth and outstanding hospitality. I can't recommend it enough!

Holly Zhou

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Came for the excellent early girl dinner menu, was really wowed by the non-alc drink selection (salted plum and lime is tasty!) and great value for money of this menu. Highlights were the spicy vibrance of the mango rice paper salad and the really interesting black coconut banh xeo. It's a little unlike your usual banh xeos, more starchy and earthy with the mushrooms and taro, but greatly balanced by the herbs and sauce. The warm banana bread pudding was also exceptional -- crispy bread pudding sides contrasting with a salty miso caramel and cold ice cream. Don't miss this! Heritage pork dish was also tasty with sweet-savoury meatballs and smokey bacon. Would absolutely come back and sit at the counter again!

Lily in San Francisco