Hodala

Welcome to Hodala: A Taiwanese Dessert and Asian Fusion Delight in San Francisco

If you're in San Francisco and craving authentic Taiwanese cuisine with a modern twist, look no further than Hodala. Located at 5801 Geary Blvd in San Francisco, Hodala offers a range of delicious dishes that will leave you satisfied and coming back for more.

From their Gua Bao to their Rice Bowls, Noodles, Small Bites, Sizzling dishes, Dumplings, and more, Hodala features an extensive menu that caters to every palate. Their nostalgic decorations and intimate vibes create a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of an izakaya, perfect for catching up with friends or a date night.

Customer reviews rave about the Gua Bao at Hodala, with options like the Kimchi Pork Belly, Taiwanese Pork Belly, and Fried Chicken Gua Bao delighting taste buds. The Crispy Pork Chop Over Rice and the Ground Pork Over Rice have also received high praise for their flavors and generous portions.

For dessert, don't miss out on the chance to customize your own Shaved Ice with toppings like taro balls, boba, red bean, and grass jelly. And if you're in the mood for a drink, Hodala offers a variety of refreshing options, including their Yogurt Green Tea and Wintermelon Milk Tea.

While some customers mention that the flavors at Hodala may not be completely authentic, the overall consensus is that the food is delicious and satisfying. Prices are reasonable for San Francisco, making Hodala a great choice for a casual meal or a group gathering.

So, if you're looking for a taste of Taiwan in the heart of San Francisco, Hodala is the place to be. Come experience the flavors and hospitality that keep customers coming back time and time again.

Hodala Menu

Location

Address: 5801 Geary Blvd San Francisco, CA 94121
Phone: (415) 702-9510

🕓 Work Hours
MON 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
TUE Closed
WED 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
THU 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
FRI 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SUN 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Dessert
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Chloe H.

    18 January 2024

    Indoor seating only. No reservation needed. Nostalgic decorations with intimate vibes resembling those of an izakaya. Menu features a pretty extensive variety of Taiwanese dishes including ground pork over rice 滷肉飯, deep fried popcorn chicken 鹽酥雞, braised beef noodle soup 紅燒牛肉麵, and Gua Bao. They also serve alcohol and boba. It is one of the few Taiwanese restaurants in SF and is a decent option if you're craving Taiwanese food, but it's not the most authentic. The ground pork over rice was a little bland. Prices are normal for sf, not expensive but also not cheap.

  • Author: Tim Z.

    07 January 2024

    Hodala in Richmond, San Francisco offers authentic Taiwanese cuisine with a more modern feel than "Taiwan Restaurant". The menu features a range of fantastic and authentic options, with fairly large portions that will leave you feeling satisfied. The Gua Bao came out looking spectacular and was just as delicious. Fluffy steamed bun, tender, succulent slices of pork belly, ultimate combination of flavors. Another dish worth trying is the crispy pork chop over rice, which is priced at an affordable $10.95. The pork chop is cooked to perfection with a crispiest skin. The beef noodle soup, didn't have the greatest tasting broth, but was still a tasty option with high-quality noodles and beef.The menu is filled with so many affordable choices like the grounded pork over rice, priced at just $8.95. This is a must try place if you love Taiwanese food!

  • Author: Crystal L.

    07 January 2024

    The layout and decorations were so cute! Great place to eat and catch up with friends or a date spot. we only came for dessert and made our own shaved ice. The toppings were delicious. Specifically, the mangoes were really chewy and flavorful. I recommend getting grass jelly and Boba as well in the shaved ice. I did hope that the shaved ice was a little bit softer, almost like snow ice, but it was literally pieces of ice that were cut up. besides that it was a great dessert! The service was great as well. The waiter was really kind and really quick.

  • Author: Ching W.

    24 December 2023

    I don't think there's too many Taiwanese restaurants in the city, which is a damn shame. The only other place I've frequented in recent years is the Shilin place in the Stonestown food court. I found that place only ok, so this is where I go when I want some Taiwanese food and don't want to drive down to Liang's Kitchen in Cupertino. I've been coming here about once every few months for maybe 7 years now. It's probably my favorite Taiwanese place in the city, and it reminds me of my childhood in Taiwan and all the good food there. The flavors are not all the way there, but it's close enough to satisfy the occasional craving (so maybe more 4.5 stars). I always and only get the fried pork chop rice dish. Sometimes it's a bit too fried, but if you give them a heads up before hand, they should get it just right. And when it's done right, it's excellent!!! I love the veggie, bamboo shoot, and pork belly bits included. Everything complements so well! I also appreciate the snacks and drinks they have. It's a solid Taiwanese option when you want more than boba or desserts, and the prices are very fair.

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