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Tín on Spear
$ · Vietnamese

180 Spear St, San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 934-8889
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Best Hidden Gems Vietnamese in San Francisco Best Cheap Eats Vietnamese in San Francisco Best Vietnamese in San Francisco

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Tín on Spear 8.3
Financial District
Vibes: Business Lunch Power Players Quick Bites Champions Healthy Haven Hidden Gems Heaven
Counter-service Vietnamese with bright, clean flavors—think five-spice chicken, shaking beef, and generous vermicelli bowls. A reliable downtown lunch move with quick lines and consistent execution.
Must-Try Dishes: Five-Spice Chicken over Rice, Bo Luc Lac (Shaking Beef), Imperial Rolls with Nuoc Cham
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 8.2 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.7 Atmosphere: 7.1 Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Well-executed classics served fast without feeling generic.
Who should go: Downtown workers craving Vietnamese staples
When to visit: Weekdays 11–12 to beat peak lunch rush
What to order: Five-spice chicken, shaking beef, imperial rolls
Insider tip: Order bowls for the best protein-to-carb value.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Limited metered street parking nearby; garages available along Howard and Main with hourly rates
Dress code: Casual; office attire or jeans are both fine
Noise level: Moderate during lunch rush; easy for conversation outside peak
Weekend wait: Closed for dinner service; no weekend dinner hours
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes at peak lunch hours; often no wait before 11:45am
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – tofu bowls, vegetarian imperial rolls, and salads available
Vegan options: Limited – tofu vermicelli bowl and some sides can be vegan with modifications
Gluten-free options: Yes – rice noodle bowls and most protein plates are naturally gluten-free
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a first date; it’s counter-service and geared to quick office lunches rather than lingering meals.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, it’s walk-in only; seating is first-come and usually turns over quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who enjoy Vietnamese flavors; casual setup but no high chairs or kids’ menu.
Best For
Better for: Faster service and cleaner execution of classics compared to most downtown Vietnamese spots
Skip if: You’re looking for a dinner destination or a leisurely sit-down meal with ambiance

Hours

Monday11am - 2pm
Tuesday11am - 2pm
Wednesday11am - 2pm
Thursday11am - 2pm
Friday11am - 2pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed