The 10 Best Lunches Under $10 in Union Square
I've been working in Union Square now going on 10 years which has gained me some keen insight into eating on the cheap around these parts. Not known for its culinary prowess, this part of town still has some good eats—you just have to pick and choose, even within each restaurant.
1. For blustery days, my new favorite go-to soup is the organic chicken pho at Urban Picnic (a spot that I'd written off until I tried the pho). It's not quite Turtle Tower, but the the slices of chicken are tender, the broth is bold. (Not to mention there are plenty of brain-numbing, US Weekly-type magazines to read while you slurp.)
2. A perennial favorite around the office, Crepe au Chocolate's skinny baguette sandwiches ($5), put on the panini press for a bit to get toasty and warm, make the perfect grab-and-go snack. I go for the asparagus and egg, but the goat cheese and fig jam is good too. Walk a block up and have your own mini picnic in Union Square proper.
3. My guilty pleasure? Like the kind of craving that builds up over time and then you just have to have it? A Louisiana hot link with sauerkraut ($4.35) plus fries with curry ketchup at Zog's Dogs little stand. On a sunny day, it never disappoints.
4. When I'm in need of something healthful (to make up for my Zog Dog moment), I stop by Boxed Foods Company for their Boxed Chicken Salad ($8.25), complete with shredded chicken, lots of greens, tart matchsticks of apple and a little bacon (hold the red onions). I like to bring it out to a table in Claude Lane alley.
5. One of the best deals had has to be the karaage chicken special at Sawaii Sushi (226 Kearny St., 415-362-8558) For just over $7, you get crispy pieces of boneless fried chicken with a delicious dipping sauce, rice, cabbage salad, four pieces of California roll and miso soup.
6. La Boulange (685 Market St.) might have developed into a bona fide chain, but they still make some very good bread, which makes a very great egg-salad sandwich, something I get all the time.
7. Katana-ya (431 Geary St., 415-771-1280) makes some of the best ramen in the city. I like the spicy miso. Enough said.
8. Then there's King of Thai Noodles which I love for their pad see ew, wide rice noodles tossed with pork and Chinese broccoli ($5) and their yellow curry ($5) which comes with a great little cucumber salad, the perfect foil.
9. Downstairs in the basement of the Westfield Centre, there's every kind of food under the sun at this upscale food court, but the line at the Sorabol Korean BBQ is always the longest for good reason. I like their vegetable bowl (which is basically bi bim bap) as well as their dumpling noodle soup. But I hate eating in crowded rooms with no windows, so I get it to go.
10. Muracci's Japanese Curry and Grill serves up a classic Japanese katsu curry ($8.95) that's been part of our Big Eat for two years running for good reason. Unlike in Tokyo, there's no vending machine to order it from. You actually have to wait in line, of which at this tiny, popular spot, there's always one.
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By on September 04, 2011
Last fall, we published the 10 Best Lunches Under $10 in Union Square. It was so popular, we figured why not do every neighborhood? Rather than attack this subject as outsiders, we’re approaching a hyperlocal dweller from each ‘hood to give us their picks—starting with the Lower Haight.
By on August 07, 2011
There's also a King of Thai Noodle on O'Farrell, in the same block as Macy's.
By on May 21, 2011
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By on April 14, 2011
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By on December 09, 2010
It would be helpful if you listed the prices of all the meals.
By on November 10, 2010
I've been working on Union Square for a few months now and have a few go-to places as well:
Taqueria Mana, under the Stockton Street Tunnel.
Frontera Fresco, Rick Bayless's Mexican place in the basement of Macy's.
Sabra, cranky and crotchety falafel at the Chinatown gate (only the falafel is worth the price).
I'm excited to try Sawaii and Sorabol. Thanks!
By on October 17, 2010
The King of Thai location linked to this article is across the street from Caffe Trieste, which I don't think anyone would say is at Union Square.
By on October 12, 2010
Ah, Dolce. I get their spring rolls all the time. Very very cheap! And not so bad.
By on October 12, 2010
agree that King of Thai is filthy & food is gross.
thanks for the other suggestions though!
By on October 12, 2010
Tin at howard and 5th is new and awesome, cheap, great vermicelli bowls!
By on October 12, 2010
Dolce Cafe on market between Geary and o'farrell has the best Vietnamese sandwiches for only $3.
By on October 12, 2010
john's snack and deli (40 battery st) has affordable korean food goodness. (bbq, kimchi burrito, kim bap)
By on October 11, 2010
It's unfortunate that there aren't that many ramen places in the city and Katana-ya is the best I've tried in SF so far. I wish it was in a different location though.
By on October 11, 2010
You had me until you listed King of Thai Noodles. That place is overrated and disgusting; probably some of the worst Thai food I've had in the city.
By on October 11, 2010
Almost all the restaurants in the Crocker Galleria have lunch specials for $6 or $7. My favorite is the chicken tikka masala at Chaat Cafe. Or the fresh roasted turkey sandwich at Lefty O'Douls.
By on October 11, 2010
Soup and 1/2 sandwich combo at Neimans Cafe is a great deal ~ always fresh and delish!! Best snack on the run is Out The Door's steamed BBQ pork buns, cheap, hot and flavor to die for...
By on October 10, 2010
Boudin's in Macys offers a whole grilled cheese sando, cup of tomato soup and mixed greens for $7.
By on October 10, 2010
La Boulange at 3rd and Market has the BEST baguette sandwiches in all of San Francisco. Ham and Cheese, Salami and Cornichons and Turkey with cranberry sauce are always available to grab and go and the cost is Five "Dollahs!!!" ;-)
By on October 09, 2010
Back in the day, Out The Door used to serve a side of chicken and rice for $5.00. Both were amazing. It was the best deal in town. I think they got wise and stopped allowing it.
By on October 08, 2010
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By on October 08, 2010
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By on October 08, 2010
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