Gilberth's Latin Fusion

It’s an amazing spot, but I guess I came for the wrong day for the soup of the day. I received a nice bowl of soup with chips. It was chile verde style, but instead of pork they used grilled stripes of chicken, likely breast strips, with a tough exterior. The soup resembles more a Tuscan tomato and basil bisque with a chile verde spin rather than the actual dish. Maybe im describing tortilla soup, in the absence of tortillas. While other places serve up the hits like pozole, menudo, mondongo, albondigas, caldo de res, this place seeks to innovate. See, I’ve included a picture of a chicken noodle soup I prepared this evening for reference in case you need ideas.

This was a great pit stop before heading to the Chase Center for a concert. The chips and salsas were tasty, but the standout was the Cubano and margarita. The hot off the griddle Cubano was so good and the sweet, smoky and spicy margarita was very tasty. I would recommend this place.

Came here after work and the food was quite delicious and filling. The vibes of a small place with good music together with table discussions made the place come alive.

Killer lunch time sandwich deals. $13 for a Chimichurri Steak Sandwich with a large side salad. All was impressively good and well priced. Nice inviting location and staff. Good beer selection on draft

I had the beef quesadilla. Tasty! But I wish they'd served more pico de gallo and guacamole/sour cream. Beware as the prices have gone up compared to what is advertised on their online menu. They should update their website...

Very reasonably-priced Latin American fusion in Dogpatch. Perfect for business lunch. Flautas, crispy fried and generously stuffed with chicken. Fried yucca, another yum. Quesabirria Tacos, excellently flavored with a rich, deeply flavored consommé.

This restaurant never disappoints. We love the vibe, the people, and the food obviously. Our comfy place for any night when we want to feel like home, with a good restaurant service.

When you first walk in you can smell how good the food is. We came here about 8pm on a week night and got a table but would recommend reservations at a busier time. We got two appetizers to share between the 3 of us. Then each selected an entree, and a side of plantains. Everything was delicious. When we come back, well definitely try other things in the menu. I would be ok with just getting a bunch of small plates and having a bit of everything with a group of friends. The service was great. Street parking might be a little difficult in the area.

$12 breakfast burrito in the city?! What a steal. Gilberth's Latin Fusion caught my eye as I was passing by looking for coffee and breakfast. The rustic/home style decor was very welcoming and it seemed that a lot of the folks knew the cashiers/barista! Some people even stopped by just to say hi and welcome back the barista that was on leave for a bit. I forget his name, but he was a lovely person to chat with! I ordered a Breakfast Burrito with Carne Asada ($12) and an iced latte with Oat Milk ($6). It took ~15-20 for my burrito but the latte came out within five minutes and was made fresh with Portrero Trade Operations coffee beans! While waiting, I ended up buying a bag of coffee beans with flavor notes that were so unique- "cola, tomato, and herbaceous". For $25 you get a whole pound of coffee beans, which most only offer 12oz now. Get a bag while you can! The breakfast burrito was served with one green and one red salsa plus a small bag of chips. The burrito was decently sized and very juicy. I was a bit sad to see that the cheese wasn't melted inside, but the fresh pico de gallo inside totally made up for it. The carne asada had a great bite to it and everything was seasoned well. The salsa verde was absolutely stunning. Not too acidic and just the right amount of spice to go with my burrito. I ordered for takeout, but next time I'm in the area I'm definitely going to consider dining in for the full experience.

I came here on a weekday for lunch. The restaurant was not too busy. The inside was clean and had nice decor. Our waiter was helpful and kind. They seemed new, but still provided excellent service. The food menu has a good variety on it. I ordered an horchata, chicken plate, and a side of yucca fries. The horchata was very sweet, but still tasty. The yucca fries were my favorite part. They were super crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. They were well seasoned and the sauce that accompanied them paired nicely. The chicken plate was also pretty good. The chicken was tender and juicy. The rice and beans were okay. The food could have used some more seasoning but other than that it was tasty! The portion is huge and can be split up into 2 or even 3 meals.

Really great ambiance and terrific food! The staff were welcoming and nice. Would definitely recommend this place.

Good ambiance with very classic decor. Came here with a big group and we sat at the long tables. I wasn't super hungry but got the birria tacos which were juicy and filling. Menu had a lot of options. All my other friends enjoyed their food too. Solid spot!

Great spot in Dogpatch. Food is not too expensive, but the quality is good. I've been here twice now. Their big table was able to seat 9 of us.

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. The sauce just tastes like pure soy sauce, I got no green sauce, the fries were bland and soggy and dry somehow. The meat tasted like it was overcooked by 20 minutes. Just awful

Stumbled upon this while on a work luncheon. All 10 of us are now Fans! The food, drinks, and chill Dogpatch vibe had us all remarking that we would be back again. I highly recommend.

Oh my gosh... What a FIND for us tonight. If you're in the Dogpatch you absolutely have to try out this hidden gem. The puerco pibil was juicy, tender, and flavorful, and the ceviche had a great Asian twist while still staying true to its Latin roots. The prices are so reasonable for the portions you get. We will make this a weekly spot!

We came across Gilberths when my boyfriend and I were in San Francisco to watch a concert in that area. The place had a good crowd, but we only had to wait 10-15 mins even though it was a small restaurant. We started out with garlic shrimp. While the sauce was tasty, the bread was over toasted and small. I wish it was better to soak up the leftover garlic butter. My boyfriend had the chimichurri steak which was probably one of the best cooked steaks we've had. It was pretty darn good. The cubano has good. A bit hard to pick up and eat, but the meat in it was so flavorful and tender. All in all our meal was very good in flavor and for the price. I recommend coming if in the area.

Cute interior and nice service. Ceviche was our favorite. Lomo saltado was good too but on a little saltier side. Churros were overcooked but flavor was good.

It was a little over a year ago when I first came to Gilberths to try their quesabirria with my friend. The dish was phenomenal and stayed on my mind since then -- and I had to return with another friend in tow. - Quesatacos: At first I thought this was the dish I ordered during my last visit, but it turns out this is an entirely separate dish that does not come with consommé. These tacos come jam packed with a generous portion of birria. However, it's also very rich, cheesy, and oily and sadly wasn't the kind of flavor I was looking for. The guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo were fantastic, but I don't think I would get this again unfortunately. My friend was likewise not a huge fan of her lomo saltado. The ambiance of the restaurant, however, is beautiful. It's dimly lit and well-decorated, and the fusion menu is creative. Service was also good -- waiters checked on us multiple times. Even though we weren't super satisfied with our meal today, I'm still very open to coming back and trying their other dishes. I believe the amazing flavor of the quesabirria I had long ago can still be found in this restaurant :)

I am so glad I found this cozy, reasonably priced spot in SF. Normally, to enjoy even a casual meal out here, you have to drop $$$$ but Gilberth's offers an eclectic menu with so many choices across meats, seafood, and vegetables, at amazing price points. Even drinks like sangria are available at $9. We tried the sautéed garlic shrimp, elote, kale salad and quesabirria. Every dish was great with good portion sizes and comforting flavors. The service was friendly and you can find reservations and parking nearby conveniently. Highly recommend if you're like for a casual but nice spot for dinner.

This is one of my regular spots for both pick up and dine in. The food is always delicious, they are very timely, and they do very well with any special request. My favorites include the burrito, puerco pibil, and I really enjoy their Palmito salad. The ambience is also pretty cool, great spot. Very pleased with their service.

great cozy intimate spot for date nights or friend dinners! friendly service, fresh taste, good wine, good vibe!

Must try: their agua fresca Why? all their drinks seem to be fresh and tasty Consider: the interior is a little dark and the people weren't too kind, but the food taste alright

I don't know what is wrong with some of these reviews but you need to stop complaining for the sake of complaining. The restaurant is super clean and the servers are lovely. We've been here over 10 times and I'm finally writing a review because it's a little gem of a restaurant in the Dogpatch neighborhood. We usually sample different things on the menu including the Pescado a la Veracruz (not pictures) and the birria tacos (no longer on the menu). The Platos fuertes on the back are usually really nice, but since they are a little more expensive I normally just get the tacos. You need to do a little research beforehand on Yelp and look for the good items, don't just order for the sake of ordering! If I'm in a good mood I'll get the puerco pibil with a side of maduros which are delicious. Don't sleep on the nachos - they can feed two and come with whatever topping you want. Drinks are lovely as we also usually get their spicy margaritas. All the food tastes yummy and tastes homemade without a lot of grease! It's a great little find!

Came here on a Saturday night with no wait! I got the enchiladas with mole sauce and the broccoli and wow I was happy with my choice! The mole sauce worked great with the enchilada and it was a great chewy texture and the broccoli had a nice kick with the chili sauce. The ambiance here was nice and we got a window seat - the bathrooms are easily accessible and the waiters are patient. Great fusion option.

Food is wonderful the atmosphere is delightful and intimate. Great spot with friendly staff who are attentive and proud of their food.

I came here with some friends for a birthday and we were all impressed with the food! Staff were super nice and answered our questions and gave recommendations. We shared a plate of the nachos. My friends had the enchiladas, birria tacos, and chicken, and I had tacos. All of it was delicious and the flavors felt unique--will definitely come back to try out other dishes!

Service and food were a bit disappointing. The waiter never really came around to ask if we needed anything and getting a water refill was not easy. My friend and I split the burger and the chimichurri steak sandwich. The burger was okay, it's just that everything was very salty including the fries and dip. What I really didn't care for was the sandwich. We both had such a hard time eating it as the pieces were extremely tough. I had not seen my friend in months so we were chatting a lot but I was awkwardly pulling pieces of steak out of my mouth because I couldn't chew it. it was sloppy and falling out of the bread and the pieces were just too tough. He felt the same way and the whole catch up lunch just became us trying to eat this sandwich and not look ridiculous. I'm sure there are other things on the menu that are good but the meat should not be this difficult and everything was bit on the salty side.

I've gotten this place to go a few times and it's pretty good for a takeout lunch! The bowls are a decent size to last me two meals and they have a lot of meat. My past visit, I had the lomito saltaldo rice bowl. It was super flavorful and had many toppings. It was a bit salty for me, so I added more rice to it later which absorbed the sauce nicely. I think the puerco pibil has a more balanced flavor, so I'd definitely recommend that if you're sensitive to salt!

Bad experience at this place... Our server brought out the wrong drinks even though we ordered correctly. He told us we ordered something else and almost started arguing with us about it???? He didn't even offer to bring out the correct drinks... he just made us drink what he brought us.. And then he brought the wrong FOOD, and we told him again that it was wrong. And he started telling us that he ordered what he brought even though we didn't.. Overall horrible service. Average food. Decent sangrias...

Great place with nice ambiance, friendly staffbeautifully presented dishes that are delicious!

5:49 PM. Tuesday 31 May 2022. I am literally sitting at the table right now, so I am doing something out of my norm. The waiter at the front might have misheard me due to the mask wearing, so he may not have known I asked to dine in. Despite the communication, don't cuss at me in Spanish. I can hear you saying "Puta" under your breath. If you are going to cuss in Spanish, I suggest a more elusive term like "Que te Folle un Pez!" Like seriously, Spanish is now so widespread, you should be careful with common phrases. And I understand the stress due to short staff, but do you really want to have no job due to actitud de mierda. Go ahead. Shoo more customers away and close the business. I say this to employees in general. Maybe you might get a larger tip if you don't cuss at your customers in another language. And you hurt your fellow co workers too. They might do a good job in the kitchen, but you are the face of the restaurant. PS: I am pretty sure he spat in my drink.

I work in the neighborhood so I come by really often for lunch. I've ordered from personal lunches to a whole catering spread (pictured). This restaurant is great and very accommodating. The staff has always been so polite and always have some great recommendations. Point is, I love this place and will continue to support them as long as they're open. Big W's with my staff : Taco salad, Chicharron with yucca, MADUROS ARE AMAZING, Flautas, Tacos , quesadilla and burritos.

This restaurant continues to serve delicious food! I ordered the carnitas nachos which are my favorite. The consistency of the perfectly cooked carnitas makes this item so delicious!

Fast, tasty food with ample seating, indoor and out. Came here after climbing at Dogpatch Boulders and it hit the spot! The mule and sangria were both very tasty, and I was chewing on fruit bits at the bottom of my sangria, trying to get every last bit. The tacos were only $12 and fully loaded! I ordered the chicken (least fave), carnitas (very good), and al pastor (fave). The chicken was on the dry side and had a kind of gamey flavor that I wasn't into, but the pork was great. Excellent spot to fill up after climbing.

This place is so freaking good. Absolutely try the plantains, the cubano is so worth it and the carna asada is delicious. Will definitely come here again. Oh and the lemonade was so perfectly tart. Ugh. So good.

This is my go-to food spot in the Dogpatch. Gil and Julia never disappoint with their menu. They have a solid lineup of dishes and always have an amazing Specials menu that always pleases the taste buds. My favs are the carnitas nachos (homemade chips, yes please!) and the burger, but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu, it's all delicious!

I like the fusion style of the menu but execution wise, it wasn't great. Meats were overcooked, seasoning was not great (some items bland, some too salty), everything was just okay. Big drawback is they do not have a liquor license so all their drinks are wine and "special" cocktails made with wine and low-proof alcohol.

This place was SO good. At first the service was really slow. The staff was just standing there for the longest time. I had to ask one of them for a menu. But after that, our waiter was great. The food & drinks here were delicious! I would definitely come back. Also, I went during the week in the evening and parking seemed pretty easy.

Ordered a few apps and an entree. Brussels sprouts, guacamole, and their salsa. The pick de Gallo had a kick so beware but it was a good kick. The kind that hurts so good so you keep eating. Brussel sprouts were bomb.com. Covered in delicious cheese and crispy. Preferred the tofu stir fry which was a little weird getting an Asian fusion flavored dish at a Latin place but the vegetarian/vegan options were a little limited. Good flavor for what it was and nice portion!

Was walking down 3rd looking for coffee and peeked inside. Wine bar vibe but they had pour overs and breakfast so I stopped in. Turns out there's a pop-up cafe Saturdays 10-2. Vibe was chill and the staff was super friendly with all the patrons. PTO Coffee is the brew which is roasted nearby. Ordered a pour-over ($4) and breakfast burrito ($10). Paid one in one tap. No stack of surcharges and no 20%, 25%, 30% tip buttons. I don't know whether they expect tips but I was so delighted I got out my wallet and left a fat one on the table.

I love Gilberth's! I've been there dozens of times. I have my go to's and I try new stuff too. Always good and very satisfying food. Service is always sliding. Always on my go to list.

I don't know how many lunches these folks have made for me over the years but I think it's easily in the hundreds. Have worked in the building for 12 years and been going to all of Gilberth and Oralia's spots more times than I'd like to admit. Always solid. Thanks for being so good to us folks! The Peak Design crew loves you!

Food is amazing! Great flavors and so many great options to choose from. Will definitely go back as I want to try more! The Quesebirria was so good! The flavor of the meat and when you dip it was even better! Must try.

I always go to Gilberth's because I live near by. It's my go to place to get tacos and drinks. Tacos are okay not spectacular. Beef tacos is a little chewy to be sincere but very good in flavor. I often ask for yucca fries with it and or a small salad. The service provided by ( forgot his name) I know he speaks Portuguese Is always good. They also have churros with ice cream very delicious! It's worth trying!

Omg... honestly, my taste buds were dancing after eating their sweet potato fries. We went as a group of 8 people and not even a single dish, let me repeat, not even a single dish disappointed us. I will go there again for sure. Highly recommended!

This place was surprisingly good!! Not your typical Mexican restaurant. And a plus for us but not for them is they weren't super busy so we got seated right away. Pollo asado: has a very unique taste! Omg, super hard to describe, it's a sour, salty flavor which doesn't sound appealing but it was yum! Maybe an squired taste tho. You get 1 side with the order so I chose the... (pictured) Sweet potato fries: and boy oh boy! It was really good! I think it had Parmesan seasoning? But it was an amazing balance of sweet and salty. Highly recommend! (Pictured) Lomo saltado: also not your traditional Peruvian style. It comes with a sunny side egg and the sauce is very thick and they use a different cut of steak. But overall a solid dish. White sangria: to die for! In my opinion. Definitely worth it. (Pictured) Another reason why they got 5 stars is bc the service was fast, friendly and the price was pretty good! In total the cost was $55 for 2 main courses and 2 drinks. Can't beat it!

Came here for dinner before the Elton John show at Chase and it was delicious!! We decided to go with a bunch of appetizers to share so we could try a little of everything. The Brussel Sprouts were some of the best I've every had (I didn't even have a chance to take a picture with how fast we devoured them) the peppers were on point. The Cuban was a different twist to the classic sandwich but it was a wonderful twist. If your gonna her a Margarita make sure to get their signature one with the jalapeños not really spicy but adds a nice kick. We will remember this place for future dinners when attending Warriors games.

This is the best dinner we've had in so long! We got it through doordash and it was the tastiest dinner for an amazing price. We got the enchiladas, chips and salsa, fish tacos, and Puerco Pibil. All we're 11/10. We can't wait to visit soon and eat in the restaurant :)

I mean this place is trying so very hard, but it kindly falls flat. -1 star for not understanding the concept of a plate, seriously, I do not want to be served on a too small cutting board, it's lame, doesn't add to the vibe, just dumb I made a reservation and was given a crappy seat in the corner, which didn't make me feel welcome at all. I was 100% on time, so it was just clear that they didn't reserve anything. Service was a big miss here. Hard to flag someone down, and definitely no one was checking on us. The food was decent, but not that amazing. The Dogpatch has such an amazing competitive food scene. Hope this spot can step it up.

Have been coming here for ten years and I absolutely love it for lunch and dinner. The burritos and nachos are my favorite, even though the other dishes are excellent too.

Fantastic tostones, tacos and margaritas! Great vibe, reasonable prices, friendly service. My go to in the neighborhood!

My second time at Gilberth's was just as amazing as the first. This time, I had the quesadillas and split an order of Caesar salad. Boyfriend ordered the enchiladas. Caesar Salad: Delicious and definitely large enough for a whole meal if you add some protein. Very fresh veggies with a great dressing and I love the fried chickpeas to add crunch. Quesadillas: Super duper flavorful. How do they get chicken to be so flavorful? My only complaint is that they don't give you enough guac / sour cream / pico de gallo on the side. Enchiladas: Tasty and came with a free side.

I ordered the cesar salad but they are all the green leaves not the romaine lettuce. Very disappointed！

We had the most excellent time at Gilberth's tonight. A work event, party of 8, and they were just as attentive as we needed. Not overbearing, but right there. Food was excellent - enchiladas with yucca fries! And the churros and Americano were the perfect end.

So two weeks after the second Modena shot I find myself at Gilberth's. I am having the birria quesadilla. It is like I left the pandemic ridden world and find myself in a place of silent joy. The flavors are very well paired, a super awesome counter point of spicy, salty, sweet goodness. This place is decorated in modern industrial and works well with the current trending style. I am am very pleased at the overall experience. Another thing to try is the Gilberth's burger. A double patty version of this American institution but with lamb and chorizo. Bring an appetite!

We had a meal catered by Gilberth's Latin Fusion Restaurant, and it was delicious! I had... - Pollo a la plancha (grilled chicken) - Tofu - Rice & beans The meat had good cuts and was well-cooked, and the rice was also perfectly cooked and flavorful. I'll definitely be visiting the actual location soon.