La Fusion Reviews

This is a very strongly reviewed restaurant in a very convenient location only a few minutes walk from the Montgomery BART station. We came here for lunch, coming away with mixed results. The restaurant itself looks appealing, and has nice energy. Service was extremely slow, and it looks like they were a bit short-staffed on the day we were there. The food was very inconsistent. I had the seafood pot pie. On the one hand, seafood cooking quality and presentation were superb. On the other hand, the dish was very bland and lacking in seasoning and balance. For a menu that appears to be strongly influenced by Peruvian cuisine, that is very unexpected. The other problem was the price. Dishes that I would normally see at $15-$18 dollars such as lomo saltado were in the mid-$20's here. At this price point, I expected far more. La Fusion appears to be a place with good potential, but I have had much better Latin American food in the SF Bay Area at lower price levels.

We dined at La Fusion with a group of four. I had the pot pie which was very good but not what I expected. Rather than a "pie" the pastry was layered. It was very tasty and better than expected. The restaurant is very small so it can get crowded. Go for the food not the ambiance. The service was excellent. The right mix of attentive but not intrusive.

There was not a table empty on Friday night as we walked in to our reserved table. You had to raise your voice to get through to the rest of the group, as the energetic young crowd shared the latest news on cool apps and exciting IPOs to watch. We shared the signature chicken dish--very tender but not very flavorful--served with three types of helpful sauces in minimal amounts. The sweet potato fries were good, as was a green mixed salad. The wine selection was limited but low-priced.

Came to La Fusion twice over a 9-day stay in SF and would rank those 2 meals as my top 2 of the entire stay. We had no reservations for the first visit but were immediately seated at the bar. We called a couple hours beforehand for the second visit and had a table waiting for us when we arrived. Everything ordered by my entire party was delicious. The favorites (in order) were: - Shrimp Ceviche - Truffle Mac and Cheese - Sea Food Pot Pie - Empanadas (corn and fish) - Sangria - Rotisserie chicken Service is excellent as well - do not miss this restaurant!

Had a great meal. Started with empanadas. They were excellent. Had lamb shank and 1/2 a chicken. Both were great. Also great was truffle mac and cheese. I highly recommend this place!!!

We were looking for a cosy place to have dinner after spending the day visiting SF. We ordered some sangria to go with our food : the chuleton and pescado ceviche with french fries with parmesan and chimichurri sauce. Everything was very tasty, the meet was perfectly cooked and the ceviche was a good surprise. The french fries (that we shared) were a welcomed change, compared to the classical french fries. The atmosphere is very nice, great for a date evening.

This restaurant was amazing on every level - food, drinks, service and ambience. Couldn't fault it - we went as family of 5 (kids 17, 14, 11) and we all loved it. Ribs and chicken starters - fab; rotisserie chicken with sides - spot on. Thanks for a great night!

My sisters and I visited San Francisco and ended up coming here based off of some yelp ratings since we were already in the area during dinner time. They had no room for us and the wait was an hour. However, the hostess called someone with a reservation who was late and turned out they weren't coming so she seated us right away. She was SO nice and friendly and helpful. Before we knew we could get seated, she gave us several recommendations of her favorite places to eat in the area that we could go check out. Once we were seated, one of the kitchen staff came out to greet us and I asked him about the cheese being pasteurized (pregnant) and he went to the back and checked himself because he said he wanted to make doubly sure he told me the correct information. Our server was so pleasant and friendly and kept our drinks filled and did a great job. The hostess came back to see how we were doing and gave us recommendations on what to order. Then we talked to her again after our meal. My sisters ordered ceviche and I ordered the chicken salad sandwich with a side of sweet potato fries. It was very good! I definitely think it was worth the visit for the food, but the best part for us was the friendly, helpful, warm nature of every staff member we encountered. It definitely ups the overall experience. I would recommend this place, definitely!

Had the Lomo Saltado which was excellent. Small and somewhat Cody place with excellent service. I would come again without hesitation

Party of six last week enjoyed Ceviche tasting and the Empanada Platter. I had the pork chop had been slow cooked and was very tender and tasty. My Icelandic beer was only 7 dollars which seems pretty reasonable for an import in the city. Everything came to 337 with an automatic gratuity of 20% ($52) and taxes of $27 so a little over 50 dollars a head which seems pretty reasonable in expensive SF.

I think that sums it up. Service was excellent. Food quite good (although Lomo Saltado had to much soy sauce for our taste). I just thought the entrees were a bit over-priced. We don't eat shellfish, so can't speak to all the ceviche on the menu.

The Salvadoran owner is jolly, and the food arrived quickly. Not much, but the quality is very good. If you are craving Peruvian-style ceviche, this is an excellent option. I've gone twice thus far, and both times the window above the main entrance was wide open -- many guests were visibly freezing. Ask the hostess to close it, and she will!

Interesting, unique menu. It was very tasty and prices are affordable. It is a small restaurant, but feels very cozy. Whatever you order try mac and cheese. Every day of the week is very busy, threfore call and make reservation.

Just past Belden Place (a cute little alley of restaurants), on Pine St., this small comfortable place was a great find. The server was knowledgable and friendly, as well as sympathetic to my flight plight (cancellations and delays). The rotisserie chicken was top notch, as were the side dishes. The warm bread salad was soooo tasty. The arroz con choclo (extra large Peruvian corn kernels) was exactly as I had it in Peru. I added a Cuzqueno beer to make a perfect Peruvian meal. And it very reasonably priced!

We arrived for our 7.30pm reservation but somehow they had made an internal mistake in putting our confirmed reservation into their booking system. The Manager, James, was very apologetic & got us the next free table and made the evening for us. The restaurant was very busy and had a very different menu...we enjoyed the food, which was reasonably priced. We would definitely go again.

We were starving and bumped into la fusion. First impression was really good, but I didn't like the menu that much.. Not so many options. I had the chicken sandwich and there were some chicken bones in it 😫. The dessert was amazing! The flourless chocolate cake is really really yummy. But there was something wrong with the calefaction system because we got out of there smelling like fried food

This place always takes me back to good memories of past meals travelling in South America. I haven't had a lomo saltado like this outside of SA. The empanadas, seafood pot pie also tasty. Solid chimichurri on the dishes that include it. Also, a good spot if you're hankering for a reasonably priced bottle of carmenere.

DELICIOUS!! This is the best sangria in the city so far. I love coming here! They specialize in rotisserie chicken but they also have several other great dishes like ceviche, empanadas and also the mac and cheese! We love the bread salad as well! It's a small intimate and casual place. Great for friends or a date. You have to be patient and go early for lunch because they are really busy and they have a small but very friendly staff.

I love this restaurant for many reason but their rotisseries chicken is simply awesome. I don't know how they stuff that much deliciousness into a bird but they have managed quite a spectacle!

Smiling faces, friendly atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food...all at a very reasonable price...i can't say enough good about this place! Came here on a weekend trip to san francisco with my mom. We had the rotisserie chicken with bread salad, truffle mac and cheese (the best mac and cheese i have ever had), a side of sauteed kale, and sangria. Everything was excellent! Both servers working were extremely friendly and accommodating. I will definitely come back if i'm ever back in SF!

We had a fantastic meal at this small restaurant. Walked in off the street, walking back to our hotel (the Omni, another great place). It is small but smelled great, and was cozy warm after the windy, cool May winds. They have a ceviche specialty and a whole list that all sounded wonderful - we chose to share the Mixto, a combination of cod, octopus, shrimp and squid, and it was fabulous. We had the chicken and the rib special - both were done to perfection. And the dessert empanade was simply to die for. Prices are reasonable, service was excellent, and the sangria made it a perfect evening. Highly recommended!

What a wonderful place for a business meeting. Food very good and I liked the music in the background. If I went there again, I would order the Fried Empanadas and the Wok Stir-Fried Vegetables for my meal! But everything was good that all three of us had. The service was very good.

You could walk right pass it without noticing its entrance if you don't pay attention. It's located in the financial district and crowded with business people and tourists. I was very impressed by the empanadas and the rotisserie chicken: so tender and moist! The prawns ceviche was a bit disappointing - didn't make much of an impression. Would go back and try other things on the menu.

Come and taste some wonderful Latin flavors! The mixed ceviche is outstanding showing Peruvian influence. The chef puts his creativity combining different kinds of chili in a fantastic pot pie! And try the meat empanadas, they are to die for! Oh wait, I almost forgot the banana empanadas for dessert.

Looked on Tripadvisor and found this restaurant close to where we were staying on Grant Avenue. It is on the edge of Chinatown and the Financial District. It is small and stylishly modern. The lady who served us was very welcoming and helpful in describing the dishes. The food achieved something many more expensive restaurants fail to do, which is to create dishes where the spices enhance the flavour of the ingredients rather than overpower them. We spoke with one of the chefs who was obviously very enthusiastic and proud of what they were trying to do. We were in the USA for a month and this was our best meal. Great meal. They deserve support

Based on other reviews, we made a reservation and had dinner at La Fusion. The place is small yet we never felt crowded. The bartender/host was super friendly and got us set up with the house sangria which is wonderful. We ordered some fried empanadas and tuna tartar for appetizers. Delicious!! Good thing we did not over indulge on appetizers as most of us had the roasted chicken for dinner, It is fantastic! It is served over warm, sourdough croutons with and arugula salad. Super moist. The mac and cheese side was a big hit as was the white bean cassoulet. Highly recommend.

We decided to try this small spot on a whim and did not regret it. We didn't have a reservation and thought we would be ok since it was before 7pm. The hostess squeezed us in. So I suggest making one for ease and assurance. Dress is casual and the small kitchen is in full view. The price is mid priced. Our meal was $72 which we thought was good. They only serve beer and wine and a house sangria. My husband had two glasses of the sangria and thought it was not as surgery sweet as it can be. A plus. We started with s veggie and a beef empanada. They were delicious. And the chimichurri sauce was fantastic. For our meals, my husband had the arroz con pollo and loved it. I had the quarter pound chicken. It was served on a bed of large croutons. The chicken was as promised...delicious. We also split a side of the truffle Mac and cheese. So good. Definitely a great idea and a great meal.

We saw this on Trip Advisor and the positive reviews are accurate. The food was unusual and very tasty and the service was excellent. There was a real buzz about the place and although we raised the average age by quite a lot the atmosphere was great! The staff seemed to be a really happy team and the service was efficient and very friendly. It's a small restsurant in the financial district so probably not a bad idea to book.

Friend made reservations for our party of 6 at this little restaurant. It is a wonderfully warm and friendly place serving the most delicious food. Of our party of six, we tasted many of the items on the menu and honestly, they were all just awesome. And very reasonable prices - very affordable. Surprisingly affordable! I highly recommend this place. It's not a 5-star restaurant in terms of ambiance or location or view - no - it's a 5 star restaurant in terms of delicious food. I can't wait to go back.

Will not disappoint. The menu was simple but every dish was well presented and prepared. The appetizers including ceviche and empanadas were to die for. We ordered rotisserie chicken, lomito and the seafood pie and each dish was tasty and well done. We want to give credit to the staff who were attentive, friendly and were clearly having a great time. I highly recommend this restaurant and we will definitely come back here on future trips to San Francisco.

When I first walked in on an early Thursday eve, I thought about leaving, small, non-extensive menu...but my good companion said, Hang. It's gonna be bret, so we stYed, and I've gotta say, as one whise reviewed many, MANY, eateries for this site, this was maybe one of the best, and most fun dining experience I've had in some time. Got there just before 6, and it started filling up. We decided we'd just have wine and some appetizers and it soon turned into a fusion-taps epic. We started with the shrimp ceviche, did the fried empenada and the larger beef , baked epenada appetizers, and just kept going, splitting eveerything. We then had the crispy chicken appetizer and a side of Cassoulet, and finaly their pork rib appetizer. Each of thse small plates were EXQUISITE with excellent, house-made sauces. LISTEN: The sauce with those fall off the bone pork ribs was among the best I have ever tasted. This is coming from a foodie critic that has dined on most continents. BBQ/chocolate divinity it was. I am raving about this small, unassuming little bistro because, by god, it desereves it. As if our many plated feast was not enough, we finished with the banana empenadas with con leche. Please, Go there, split a bunch of small plates, and tell me it was not worth every, reasonably priced dollar you spent. Bon Appetito my friends, Bon Appetito.

Wonderful find. The ceviche was spectacular. As was the roasted chicken and bread salad - nice, tasty and juicy. Lomo saltado was also very good. The most decadent indulgence was the truffle Mac - double up on your Lipitor and order it - delicious. The place is small so it fills up quickly - reservations are recommended.

Arrived in town late for the America's Cup races and stumbled upon La Fusion. Home run. Its got the 3 P's. Great people, great product and great process. Thank you all.

This Restaurant is the best ever; never had a chicken this moist & crunchy on the outside at the same time. All flavours greatly balanced and a lovely waitress named Sam!

I really enjoyed dining at La Fusion. The environment is very welcoming and vibrant albeit a cozy place. Sangria and the chicken entree were solidly delicious. If you like to try a variety of items, this is the place for you. Everything is tasty, but you must get the ceviche as it is a cut above - really, don't miss it.

This place is small and quaint, and it felt like more of a local place than a tourist trap. The sangria, chicken, bread salad (stuffing), and truffle mac and cheese are divine. Excellent service.

This is a very small restaurant and our group of 8 had to squeeze in. That said, the service was great, the food was incredible, and the overall experience was excellent. The seafood pot pie was wonderful. Hoping to return in the future.

Someone recommended we try this place. We were going to - almost an hour before closing, and the restaurant did what was most convenient for them - turned us away, saying they were only doing carry out. It's OK because the dining room looked cramped and the decor did not at all match the fancy dishes photographed on the website. I wouldn't want to eat that stuff in a carry-out container anyway. Oh, and it's right next door to a cigar bar, so you smell stinky cigar smoke. Enjoy.

Yeah, it is that good. Has the Pork Tenderloin, Tacu tacu, and Kale. Was very good. Great beer to start, with a good wine to go with the food. All of which were recommendations of the server. If you are anywhere close to Union Square or the Financial District you need to go here. The couple next to me had the rotisserie chicken with the truffle mac and cheese. It looked so good my mouth was watering. However good the food was, the service was better. And it is not expensive. Seriously, you have to give it a try.

My husband and I ordered the mixed green salad, a baked empanada, fried yucca, and arroz con pollo. We were really full! Everything was really delicious, but I would probably skip the salad next time and go for something else. It was good and I wanted something fresh, but I should have saved room for something else that I can't always get. The fried yucca was a little different. It seemed like it was mashed and then fried -- different than the kind we've had in South America. However, it tasted really good. Normal fried yucca can be a sort of dry and this wasn't. The dippings sauces for it were good too. The arroz con pollo was very tasty. Great flavor. The empanada tasted very authentic and was also good. It has raisins, so it definitely has a sweet taste to it. The servers here were really nice, but slow. However, we weren't in a rush so it wasn't a problem for us. I was thirsty and wished they brought out water sooner, but I could have asked for it sooner too.

Terrific spot to gather our west coast family. We all ordered from the list of Peruvian specialties like chicken and rice and many roasted options. We loved the food, the service and the place.

Great place cool food. I like that it's small and less trendy. Try the seafood pot pie and the scallops. The mojitos are pretty good too.

Excellent service from the moment we sat down. Don't be deceived by the lack of "richness" in decor. Food is excellent and creatively prepared. Reasonable wine prices. Definitely would go again.

Didn't notice the food much. They were good, but I can't remember what we had. We were busy sweating while eating. We didn't finish our meal so we can breathe cool area.

Very good food, especially if you like empanadas. Also, mushroom souffle is good. The best part was dessert though. We had two, and all 4 sounded amazing.

Beautiful experience, exquisite (home) food and very friendly and friendly owners. Super recommended experience!!!

I had the ceviche sampler and it was super good. Note that it can be easy to miss though it's on a main street. I walked by it twice before finidng it.

Just happened into this neighborhood after a walk through Chinatown, and all the tables were reserved. It was Friday, 6pm, and there were still a few seats at the bar, so we ate and ate and ate and ate there. Sangria for me, chica morada (like nonalcoholic sangria) for him. Fried empanadas, fried yucca, tuna tartar, tuna tiradito (seared tuna sliced thinly), torta de chocolate for him and tres leches with strawberries and tawny port for me. I'm drooling as I type this out. The service was stellar, the food exceptional, no wonder it was packed all night!

We went to La Fusion on our first night in SF for dinner and thoroughly enjoyed the food, the ambiance, and the service. The rotisserie chicken is wonderful, as are the empanadas and sangria. The place is smallish, so be patient - it's worth the wait

Put together a menu with some unusual flavors, mix it with meat so tender if falls off the bone and toss it with friendly and helpful service and you have a very nice option for a fun dining experience.

I was recommended to this place by my in-laws who were in San Francisco back in may. My wife and I were in San Francisco last week to celebrate our anniversary and gave it a shot. The place itself looked really nice! I ordered a Ceviche and my wife Arroz con Pollo. Her rice was good but the chicken tasted a little undercooked and not very flavorful. My ceviche however was really good! It was different than other ceviches I had but I enjoyed every bite. I also asked them to not serve me octopus and they did it without an issue. The place is a little pricey...I would go back and try other dishes for sure but I would skip the chicken or at least try that dish only for the rice!

Had a casual pre-theater dinner with friends. Service ok, but sporadic. Food was disappointing. Beef and pork overdone, chicken dry ... Best dish was seafood pot pie. I'm not coming back.

We went as a six-some and ate a variety of appetizers and a few main courses along with some of the house sangria (yummy). From fried yucca to two kinds of empanadas to interesting seafood dishes, to chicken sandwiches and main courses, it was all delicious. The prices are fairly high, but you get the quality you pay for. They took a reservation, which was helpful since we were a largish group. It was a fun place for adventurous eating.

Enjoyed a meal at La Fusion with colleagues, and we were all wowed by the variety in the menu, and the lovely service! La Fusion is in a very small space, so get reservations ahead of time if you can (particularly important if you are a party greater than 2). The kitchen is open to the dining space, so you'll see and hear your meal being completed for you. Particular highlights were the ceviche, lomo saltado starter, and rotisserie chicken, which we shared across the table with a variety of sides. What a nice treat to stumble across this location, and our server was gracious, attentive, and had wonderful recommendations for our meal (all of which we took with enthusiasm.) Absolutely worth a visit.

La Fusión blends Japanese and Peruvian cuisine and offers a number of fresh ceviches. In addition they have other offerings from Latin America including chicharrón and empanadas. It is casual dining but presentation of food is artful and delicate. It is a little crowded as the restaurant itself is small. The wait staff was professional and attentive. Great choice for a casual dinner with friends.

The food and service were great. We were glad we had a reservation on a rainy Thursday night, because when we left there were many people waiting to eat. The appetizers, ceviche and empanadas, were so good there was not enough room for the rest of the meal. The chicken had a lot of pieces of bread mixed with the chicken (I guess it was the “bread salad” – I do not recommend it), but was tasty. The arroz con pollo had a huge piece of chicken on it. The ribs were tasty and melted in the mouth. Service was excellent.

This is a fairly small restaurant but clearly popular- full both times we visited and had early and late sittings on most tables. We were captured by the ceviches on our first visit, had to go back and have them again and try all the options a week later. Excellent food and the highlight of the menu.

Had a fabulous, flavorful dinner! Alex was a wonderful server and the Chef gave us the nod for ordering Ceviche, Empanadas and Lamb Shank - all to share! The best dinner for tonight after arriving in SF! Bring a friend, or bring yourself! It’s Like home -only they are better Cooks! #crazykitchen #flavorexplosion

It's a Financial District restaurant with a South American menu. The food was good enough, featured mostly chicken dishes with a few additions. They have a bar. Should be busy at lunch time, but times have changed in the Financial District. Very pleasant interior.

Loved our dinner and overall experience here, while vacationing in San Fran. The mostly peruvian dishes are given an unexpected twist, with sauces or presentation. Had the tomato soup, which was delicious but just a tad too salty. The chicken had a wonderful flavor and was prepared to perfection. The fries on the side were great. Also, we had three dipping sauces to choose from. Reminded me of the flavors of Peru.

This is a great foodie experience. Despite what anyone else might say, the rotisserie chicken is out of this world. I love chicken in almost every form it takes and I'm still dreaming about the crunchy skin and succulent meat that fell off the bone onto my plate. How can I do that at home? Anyway, we also had the lamb shank which was equally tender and flavorful...just not the best chicken in town! The prices are demure, particularly for SFO and the service is friendly and knowledgeable. Oh yeah...have a glass of the sangria...ummmm

hubby went here the night before with work and raved about the food. So, he took me there the next night. Probably, some of the best food in San Francisco. My hubby is allergic to shellfish but was still able to try most of the ceviche. The presentation was amazing. We tried the trio sampler which was large enough for us to share. Folks around us commented on the beautiful dish. The addition of the fried corn (kinda like corn nuts) and the soft white beans added so much extra texture that you just kept going back for more. Folks around us got the macaroni and cheese and raved about it. All the dishes looked fantastic.

Two co-workers and I ate here for lunch in December 2014. Fortunately, we had a reservation because this place is very small - less than 10 tables. Make a reservation, even for lunch to make sure that you can get in. Our server was very friendly and efficient. We ordered a few empanadas to start which came out split. That was a nice touch since there were three of us wanting to try everything. The beef empanadas were good. I didn't get to try any of the others since my co-workers quickly inhaled them. The chimichurri on the side was really tasty. We also got a side of the truffle mac and cheese, which probably added about 5 pounds to me but was worth every bite. Based on the recommendation of the server, I got the rotisserie chicken. It came over a warm bread salad (think greens with enormous croutons). I also got a side of fries, although with the size of the quarter chicken I got, I didn't need anything else. The chicken was flavorful and moist. I had a few of the fries and they were average. I was too full after the mac and cheese anyway. The only downside was that our table was super close to where the chefs were making the food and as a result, we were overwhelmed with the smell of grease at times. Otherwise, I was pretty happy with my lunch here.

As a food truck owner that serves paella, I ordered it to compare and was pleasantly surprised. The seafood wasn't fresh but overall was tasty, moist, and plenty of spice flavor. The fusion meatball appetizer was unique and enough for me to return with my finicky girlfriend.

The owner happily welcomed us when we arrived at opening time and continued to make sure all of our needs were met. The heart of the cuisine is Peruvian and Latin. We really enjoyed our chicken-based dishes. Nice downtown location. Great lunch with friends,

First of all get a reservation. The place is small and busy. Understandable with the great food they serve. Living in Latin America I've eaten a lot of great ceviches and the one they serve here ranks at the top of my list. The Fusion Seafood Pot Pie, was delicious. The crust was nice and flaky. My wife really enjoyed her ribs. The waiter was very attentive and knowledgable about the food and wines they had. Best of all the prices are decent for a SF restaurant and the quality of food and service. Bottom line, very enjoyable evening meal, well attended in a nice atmosphere.

Hands down - the arroz con pollo at La Fusion was the best meal I've had in a very long time! The cilantro rice that comes with the meal is unbelievably good. I can't wait to go back to San Francisco and have this again. The service was also very good. This is a very small restaurant - make reservations!

Can't tell you how great a meal this was. I am still thinking about the ceviche. The empanadas were also excellent as were the main courses. It is a charming place in the financial district and the owner/chef was a sous chef at Zuni Cafe for over 15 years. Could not recommend enough!

What's wrong with this picture? Okay, it was a Monday evening, so it wasn't the busiest restaurant night, but we were able to walk into this wonderful little restaurant with a choice of empty seats. How many fellow visitors to San Francisco are sitting in some upscale chain restaurant, facing menus you can find in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and Orlando? How many locals are allowing interlopers from elsewhere to claim these precious but empty seats? Why isn't there a line out the door? This is a magnificent little restaurant. It occupies a small space on Pine Street, around the corner from Belden Place, a cute little restaurant alley in the financial district. The menu is a fusion of tastes found south of Mexico, a fresh and joyous presentation of delicious food served at reasonable prices. Our experience was with just a few menu items, all were spectacular. The Ceviche De Atun brought ahi tuna into a perfect medley of mushrooms, soy sauce, sesame oil, leche de tigre, pickled red onions, and corn. The Warm Bread Salad had the perfect amount of tasty dressing, enough to enhance the meal but not enough to form a residual puddle. The Lomo Saltado is tender beef cooked in a tangy sous-vide. Save room for dessert. The Banana and Dulce de Leche Empanadas were a marriage of joyous flavors designed to have you happily remembering this delicious meal. If we didn't live on the east coast, we would be eating our way through this menu on a regular basis. If, like us, you are visiting San Francisco, you will find this to be a memorable restaurant. If you live in San Francisco, you need to fill the seats of this unique little restaurant.

We absolutely loved the food! The previous reviews were spot on for this unique eatery. The Sangria was the best I've had in a long, long time (since my 2013 trip to Marbella, Spain, for that matter), and the Empanadas were scrumptious but a tad lacking in quantity. I mean, come on, give the whole thing. Indeed, the mac & cheese was all that and more; the ribs were falling-off-the-bone delicious; and even the coleslaw and green beans were to die for. I strongly encourage trying this place, especially if your taste buds are requesting something different.

We went late on a Saturday evening for dinner and had a great experience. The service was excellent, the chef even stopped by our table to check in with us. The food was very good. I had the Lomo Saltado (filet of beef stir fried with potato and tomatoes) and it was the best I've ever had. The chicken was amazing as well.

We had lunch at La Fusion and had a very enjoyable time! Great food and value! Between four, as an appy we ordered the ceviche mixto, which was really delicious (picture included). I've never had peruvian ceviche, the major difference I noticed was the presentation and the accompaniments. There was great acidity and a nice salty kick which was perfect for ceviche, and came with crackers, large corn granules and little crunchy corn bits. We ordered the full roast chicken (which comes on a warm bread salad) and a side of veggies. The warm bread salad was delicious, I could have eaten just a bowl of that. Overall, highly recommend!

Soooo good. Went to Pagan Idol and needed food so we stopped in. Hole in the wall but a total gem. Arroz con Pollo is amazing!

So, we went for their famous rotisserie chicken and while the dark meat was good, the white meat was dry and tasteless. The red garlicky sauce helped, but the chicken was a disappointment. It comes with some greasy toasted bread cubes and greens. On the other hand, my sister and brother-in-law ordered different ceviches and they looked and apparently tasted wonderful. The waitresses were resale nice and the place was busy the whole time we were there. It's right next door to a cigar store and if you're sensitive to cigar smoke, don't sit near the front door.

Food was excellent, wait staff outstanding - very small - walked in w/o reservation on a Sat night and was lucky, but many were turned away. They did not rush you and the food was fresh.

We stumbled upon this place and LOVED it! The food was really interesting and yummy, the ambiance and service were excellent, the prices reasonable. So we went back there with local foodie friends and boy were they impressed as well. We had different dishes each time, and each was worth raving about. Seriously!

We accidentally found this place walking past The yucca, the sauces, the chicken everything we ate was incredible. The guys here match their attention to detail and friendliness with the deliciousness. Must stop in if you are around,

Family owned and operated restaurant blocks from Union Square and a number of hotels. Wife and I were there on a Saturday evening. We had made a reservation and our table was ready. We ordered the Ceviche Mixto and Tiradito (fresh tuna). Both were good but the Tiradito was really good. The Arugula Salad was as described and the baked Empanada was heavenly. Flaky crust, good stuffing, nice flavors... reminded us of trips to Argentina. We shared the Bananas Empanadas for desert - perfect touch of sweetness and not too sweet. Full bar and Sangria is available. Wine list is limited but good options are available. We opted for a Carmenere.

Food: 4 Decor: 4 Service: 4 Came here for dinner on a Thursday night around 8:15pm. Place was packed, so I had to wait about 25 min before I got a table. 1. Sangria ~Pretty good. One of the strongest sangrias I've ever had. 2. Half rotisserie chicken on bread salad, 16 ~Really good. Everything was prepared nicely, and the three sauces complemented very well. I would have liked my chicken skin just a tad crispier. Also, one of my pieces of bread was so hard I couldn't even cut it with my knife. 3. Truffle mac and cheese side, 3 ~Mediocre. I couldn't taste much of the truffle, and the cheese congealed really fast. Only ate about half of it. Service was good. I'll probably be coming here a lot in the future. I was absolutely stuffed afterwards, so I'd recommend not getting the half chicken unless you're sharing.

Getting to La Fusion was supposed to be straightforward, but I entirely missed their sign. It is a small cozy restaurant with about 12 tables and we sat next to the kitchen. Busy as it was, I could experience the different flavors. We had a ceviche mixto for an appetizer and I had the mushroom wrap - was quite healthy and delicious. Service was pretty quick, even though a friend ordered the lamb shank, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Will return next time I am in SFO.

I found this little gem on TripAdvisor, and still felt I was "discovering" it. When I read other reviews of the rotisserie chicken, I thought to myself it wouldn't be my first choice of menu items... guess what, I ordered it anyway and now I get it!! Genius. I was traveling alone, and sat savoring the chicken, the heavenly dipping sauces, the bread salad, and of course the truffle mac. Sangria was perfectly balanced - delicious!

I was looking for something a bit different for dinner one evening, and when I saw the menu for this place, I knew I had to try it. I popped in on a Wednesday evening around 7:00 after exploring Chinatown, and they were pretty busy. I didn't have a reservation, and had to wait about ten minutes before capturing someone's attention to ask if I could just sit at the bar (I was by myself). They said sure, but they needed to clean off a spot first. No big deal. I'm glad I didn't give up when I saw how busy they were - my entree was fantastic! I had the Lomo Saltado, which I love, and they did it to perfection. My meal was kind of pricey ($25 for the entree and $14 for a glass of wine), but I guess that's San Francisco.

The hubby and I were here on a chilly evening so I couldn't get up the motivation for ceviche, which is normally my fave. Instead we started with empanadas (one seafood and one corn) and they were INCREDIBLE. The trio of dipping sauces really put the flavors off the charts. Hubby went with the ribs and the lobster mac and cheese for his entree. He was very pleased with his choices (which I would refer to as a gut bomb -ha!). I chose the lomo saltado, which was also very good. It wasn't the best lomo saltado I've ever had, but I would definitely order it again. My glass of Malbec was okay and hubby really enjoyed whatever beer the server recommended for him (can't remember the name). Our only disappointment of the evening came with dessert. Hubby and I are both big tres leches fans but La Fusion's rendition was very average. All in all, good meal. Don't miss the empanadas and skip the tres leches.

Went to La Fusion during a business trip to SF. This place was wonderful! In particular, I enjoyed the empanadas (as a starter and dessert) and the sauces that came with the rotisserie chicken. The truffle mac and cheese was very tasty but a bit heavy for me. The restaurant was small and packed but the seating was configured in such a way that it didn't feel cramped. All in all, a great meal.

Food was reasonably priced and tased amazing. Had to wait a bit for the table but it was worth the wait.

The various ceviche appetizers were super fresh and tasty. The ribs appetizers were the BEST!! The main course of seafood casserole was delicious. It had a flaky crust on top and bottom. The desserts were also great especially the flan which was thicker than most and definitely the best I’ve ever had.

This place is highly rated on Yelp, so I had really high expectations. The place is small, and it was busy, so we didn't have a great table (right next to the door). The service is good, although it took a while for them to get around to us given the place was packed. The food is interesting… definitely fusion, kinda south american meets asian, I guess. We tried the empanadas and the roast chicken… both priced in the high teens. The food is really tasty, but I think the portions are kinda small and the prices are a bit high for what you get. For example, they have a delicious house-made Sangria, but it costs $9 a glass. For Sangria? You get the picture. That being said, it would be a GREAT place to go on an expense account since the food is very tasty, and it is located fairly close to the other tourist hotels and attractions.

We had a great dinner last night. I ordered the rotisserie chicken and it was delicious. There was no need for a side dish but it came with a side dish and I ordered the Cassoulet - which was okay. We had the three empanda appetizer and each of them were excellent. It was a very popular restaurant and reservations would be ideal

This is a solid option in the financial district. I arrived around 6:00 and it was empty, filled up by 6:30 so you might consider a reservation. Nothing particularly fancy here, and the place is very small. I had the rotisserie chicken with mac n cheese and it was very good. Pricing was decent, with 1/2 chicken and side around $20. Reasonable selection of beer and wine. Waitress was efficient and quite pleasant. I will eat here again.

Excellent food. Fresh made at the time you get there. Good ceviche and empanadas Very friendly people

We visited La Fusion on our first night in San Francisco. I had read a few good reviews, liked the look of the menu and thought it was worth a try. The restaurant isn't big, but it has a vibrant atmosphere and the staff are super friendly. I started with the beef empanada which was full of rich gravy and chunky steak. The accompanying salsas were also fantastic! I followed this with the pork tenderloin. The pork was cooked perfectly and worked well with the salsa verde. But the star of the show was the tacu tacu which accompanied it. A fried rice and bean cake packed with flavour. Seriously delicious! We finished with a glass of port and a pleasant chat with one of the servers about his travels in London. Definitely check this place out if you go to SF.

Dined here on a weekday for the first time. It's a small restaurant but the food is excellent. Lot's of interesting options from a variety of Latin regions.

We had just gotten to San Francisco, (day one of our romantic road trip down the coast) and we were looking for a nice romantic place to kick off our journey. La Fusion was close by and surrounded by many other restaurants, luckily, we still chose to go in. We had the sangria, (which was probably the BEST sangria I've ever tasted!) and had the chicharron de pollo as an appetizer. Being Latin, I have made chicharron de pollo many times and have claimed it to be the best however, I think theirs was better lol! It was delicious! My boyfriend had the chicken sandwich and I had the quarter chicken meal with a salad. We also ordered the truffle mac and cheese as a side (divine!). Our food was amazing! Latin food seems to be a bit difficult to class up being that it's mostly comfort food, but La Fusion did an amazing job at making it look so elegant and taste magnificent! It was delicious and I was surprised how affordable it was! It was a great find and I will definitely go back if I'm ever in San francisco again!

Mixed feelings about this restaurant. The location is convenient, it's pretty small, but has a pleasant atmosphere. Took relatives from Switzerland there. The gentlemen in our party both ordered the lomo saltado. Both were a bit disappointed: what looked like a hearty helping of beef tenderloin was just a few scant strips covering the fries underneath. The women ordered the seafood pot pie and rotisserie chicken - both did not disappoint. We also had dessert - empanadas and flan- both excellent. Besides the beef tenderloin plates, THE most disappointing part was: after our dessert, we were sitting and chatting. The server came to us and kicked us out! She stated that there are people waiting for the table so we needed to leave. We truly were not there that long after dessert. I was so embarrassed! One of the relatives from Switzerland stated "only in America!" I assured him this is not the norm. We left on an unfortunate, bad note. So the bottom line? Go for the pot pie, but don't linger. You will get the boot!!!

Nice place in San Francisco. My friend and I went there on Wednesday night based on high reviews from yelp. The place has a wide selection of see food dishes, nice choice of wine and beer. We had a very pleasant dining experience. The food was well prepared, served to please the eyes, and made taste heavenly. We shared salad and two different ceviche dishes. All was good. I would like to come back to try more of their yummy dishes

This is a really nice place, it is small, so make reservations by calling them, at least for dinner. The service is very good, the wine list is different, interesting and very good selections. I had the chicken and rice. Basic meal, that was really above average. I will try the rotisserie chicken next time because the piece I had was really good. The tuna ceviche was nice, good portion to share and start, will a nice combo of bits and pieces to add texture

We came for dinner on a Friday night, and luckily had made reservations because it was packed. We tried some of their staples, and our server was very helpful in assisting us with our order and getting a mix/portions right. We had the roasted chicken, a couple different empanadas, a couple different ceviches, and the truffle mac n cheese. Everything was good, but the mac n cheese and ceviches were the highlight for us. The restaurant is very small, with tables packed in pretty tightly so it was noisy and unfortunately the guests seated at the table next to us were especially loud and obnoxious. Obviously this can happen anywhere, but it took away a bit from an otherwise great atmosphere.