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The House
(Now Closed)Asian Restaurant and Dutch Restaurant$$$$
North Beach, San Francisco
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Steven HJune 27, 2016This place is almost perfect. Small. Everything I had was memorably excellent. Steak (a usually boring choice) was as render as butter, perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Highly recommended.
Navin IyengarNovember 4, 2014One of my Top 5 in SF. Start with the salmon roll slathered in mind-melting Chinese mustard. The black cod paired with chewy noodles, crisp green beans and soy ginger sauce is in perfect balance.
Estelle TchaAugust 21, 2015You can't go wrong with anything, but especially loved the crispy salmon roll (the wasabi sauce is BOMB) & house wasabi noodles (you can order it as a side). Literally devoured them both! Yummm!
Shannan SuiApril 22, 2013The sea bass was cooked to perfection and the pork chop is one of the best I've ever had. Try the mango (with almond) tapioca pudding! It was light and flavorful and a wonderful way to end the meal.
SoxinlyJune 29, 2016Hands down my favorite Asian fusion restaurant in SF! Wasabi noodle is a must. Sea Bass and Black Cod (or any fish) are excellent protein choices! Desserts are also amazing.
Jennifer YipSeptember 20, 2014sea bass is the best I've ever had and it comes with a side of garlic noodles! wasabi noodles have only a small hint of wasabi for those like me who don't like the taste of it!
Amanda SchneiderJanuary 24, 2016Sea bass is just as amazing as everyone says. Loved the tuna tartare and white shrimp dumpling apps. Get a side of the wasabi noodles with your meal, and finish it off with the apple crumb pie!
Norbert HuJune 10, 2014You know your seafood is in good hands with a HK chef. Try their famous sea bass!
- Norbert HuApril 28, 2014If you're wondering why every other tip raves about the sea bass, you'll have to order one and judge for yourself.
Derek DukesAugust 21, 2016The best of 'Asian Fusion', I can see why it's a hood favorite, even if the menu can seem dated. Garlic noodles are amazing and the Cod. Service was a little rushed, but was still mostly good.
Lisa S.February 16, 2017Expect a wait regardless if you have a reservation. We waited 1/2 hour along with at least 2 other couples who had a 7:30 reservation. Great food! Sea bass and cod were perfectly seared and delicious!
Delaney O'BrienApril 8, 2013MAKE A RES! Walkups were waiting 1 hour+. Black cod is a must. Rib eye is AMAZING. If you're brave, order the rice, it's amazing & you're in for a surprise. Scallop Cesar is amazing. Wine a bit warm
Yejin YooJune 24, 2013Crazy wait time during dinner. Expect to wait around 2 hrs if you're on the waitlist. But the daily special scallops were one of the best I've ever had. Wasabi noodles and sea bass were also amazing!
Brodie OlmsteadDecember 10, 2016Tiny little place with out of this world seafood. The unique flavor combos will keep you coming back. It's impossible to get something bad here. Call ahead for a reservation to avoid the long wait.
An ShengAugust 24, 2017Everything's good! The soft-shell crab (from the specials) was super creative. Must try the scallops and the sea bass 🐟
Nico PitneyDecember 21, 2014"The House has been one of North Beach's gems since Larry and Angela Tse opened it back in 1993, and it remains one of the best Asian-influenced seafood restaurants in the city." Read more- Pam LApril 5, 2012You can't go wrong with sea bass or black cod, and creme brulee is a favorite. Today's specials, Kobe beef tartare appetizer and seared hamachi with clams in amazing sauce, were delicious too!
Mary LlorenteAugust 10, 2012Must try: Sea Bass in a soy garlic sauce. Best dish I had in San Francisco and I have eaten at many restaurants!! The special app, scallops with yuzu sauce was also delicious.
AliciaAugust 15, 2012Best meal I've had in a long time! I got the flatiron steak with black truffle sauce, mashed potatoes and cauliflower. Try the apple pie ala mode for dessert. Definitely recommend!
Fred Stevens-SmithDecember 7, 2018SF OG fusion restaurant. Very good and inventive comfort food. Standouts include the wasabi noodle and the unagi sandwich
Doug TaylorJanuary 18, 2013The sea bass is phenomenal!! Make sure you get the noodles to go with it. Can't say enough how fantastic this dish is! Will eat here again next time I visit SF.
ashley singerFebruary 6, 2019seems to be a good spice flavor and slight kick to each dish. walking in it smells so amazing of garlic and spices and glaze and it matches in taste.
Camilo CarreñoAugust 6, 2013Don't come in a big group, the place is small, food is amazing though I had the wasabi noodles with stake and it was incredible
Björn JefferyJanuary 12, 2014One of San Francisco's true gems. You can't really go wrong on the menu, but the house noodles and the sea bass are fantastic.
Nick ManlucciaJanuary 22, 2018A truly special place; every dish was a home run. I especially enjoyed the octopus and the short rib special.- ElisaSeptember 22, 2018Sea bass is good. Una avo sandwich is delicious, what a unique dish! They also have house made desserts.
Rob PattersonMay 11, 2013Hidden gem!! Go early as there are not many tables. The sea bass and wasabi noodles were awesome.- amy chenJuly 20, 2012Kale salad with blue cheese and pine nuts was delicious. Black cod with miso is not prepared like the traditional Japanese way so it was disappointing but it tasted fine.
- gald3rJuly 3, 2016Wasabi noodles! 😍😍😍. If you have to wait for a table, Tosca Cafe is a good place to have a drink 👍
Renata BaccaratNovember 24, 2014Amazing food! I tried the mushroom rice with grilled praws and it was more than perfect. I strongly recommend!
Steve LeeDecember 29, 2017Everything was delicious. We had the tuna tar tar, seabass, unagi and desserts. Angela and staff were great- Samira MalikSeptember 26, 2013About to have the sea bass again with the wasabi noodles. Also breaking my "no sweets" diet to try the peach and blackberry crisp. I'm sure it will be amazing!!
Elissa ShevinskySeptember 16, 2012Relatively small place - call in advance, there might be a wait. Fried salmon rolls appetizer were really unique and very tasty. Lovely service!
Tito Nisperos IIIAugust 7, 2014Great food all around. Best to make reservations in advance. Parking can be hard to find, so be there early.- Taylor LeeMay 3, 2018The sea bass and garlic noodles are the best. Don't forget to end your meal with a tasty dessert.
Melay MNovember 29, 2015The dumplings and grilled octopus was incredible also The dessert was delicious we had the Apple pie
Ryan GriffinNovember 26, 2017One of the best meals I’ve had. Salmon crab sea bass and steak in a row. Jackpot.
twozebrasNovember 13, 2010The flatiron steak just cracked my list of the top five things I want to taste before I die. Start with the deep fried salmon rolls. Best meal ever. My compliments to the chef!!!
Gary BaconAugust 8, 2014Really nice place. Outstanding Asian fusion. Reasonable prices and nice selection of dishes. :-)
N BecquartDecember 28, 2013salmon roll, sea bass, flatiron steak, wasabi noodles with pork, truffle cake= all delicious! 
AlexandraOctober 19, 2013The dumplings are great & the octopus/chicharrón/red pepper salad was fantastic if you're feeling adventurous.
Abood AbussaudFebruary 14, 2015Mushroom Rice with grilled prawns was one of the best things I ate in a while
Sahitya KakarlaFebruary 12, 2016They custom made a vegetarian dish with wasabi noodles for me. It was very yummy!
Henna Abbas MerchantMarch 3, 2016Order the scallops and sashimi platter to start. The cod is always amazing :).
Carl LonnbergAugust 16, 2011Get the eel appetizer. It's delicious! The best of the three we tried (we also had tuna tartare and salmon rolls).
Nikki SJune 2, 2012Bean tempura is to die for and the food is overall amazing. So fresh and melt in your mouth good!
Andrew 👀 WongJuly 14, 2014Don't get the Angus Rib Eye Steak. Though the flavor was great, the meat quality was sub-standard, bringing chewiness to a whole new level.
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(415) 986-8612
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