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Joyful Kitchen

3.9 stars based on 208 ratings Today's hours: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm Add a review

$ Chinese restaurant, Meal delivery, Takeout restaurant, Restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant

About

Joyful Kitchen stands out as a beloved spot in San Francisco, renowned for its comforting Chinese fare. Located at 1919 Ocean Ave, this casual eatery thrives on quick bites, ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Diners rave about the flavor-packed crab congee and delicious house special rice noodles, while some suggest a revisit during the breakfast rush when the menu shines brightest. The family-friendly atmosphere welcomes groups, though service can be hit or miss. Stop by for a satisfying meal, and don’t forget to bring cash or Venmo for payment!

Contact Info

  • Location: 1919 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94127
  • Phone: (415) 239-2388
  • Price range: $

Opening hours

  • Monday: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm
  • Friday: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am-3 pm, 5-8:30 pm

Other Business Hours

Delivery hours

  • Monday: 5-9 pm
  • Tuesday: 5-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 5-9 pm
  • Thursday: 5-9 pm
  • Friday: 5-9 pm
  • Saturday: 5-9 pm
  • Sunday: 5-9 pm

Takeout hours

  • Monday: 8:45 am-8:45 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:45 am-8:45 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:45 am-8:45 pm
  • Thursday: 8:45 am-8:45 pm
  • Friday: 8:45 am-8:45 pm
  • Saturday: 8:45 am-8:45 pm
  • Sunday: 8:45 am-8:45 pm

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at Joyful Kitchen
Vibe
Chinese chicken salad
Chinese chicken salad
Lugaw
Lugaw
Chow mein
Chow mein
Fried rice
Fried rice
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings
Noodle
Noodle

Menus and Prices

Joyful Kitchen menu and prices
Menu #2
Menu #3
Menu #4
Menu #5

Services

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Groups
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids

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Recent Reviews

Review by Claude Cormier

September 30, 2024

Joyful Kitchen is a charming little spot on Ocean Ave that serves up delicious Chinese comfort food! 🥡

I recently visited for dinner and was very impressed with their crab congee - it was flavorful and perfect for sharing! The shrimp and rice cakes were also standout dishes.

While the service was a bit hit or miss, the friendly owners made up for it, and I appreciated the casual atmosphere. Just a heads up, they only accept cash or Venmo, so plan accordingly. Overall, a solid choice for tasty meals! I’d happily come back! 😊


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