Koi Palace Express, nestled in San Francisco International Airport, delivers a delightful taste of Chinese cuisine that resonates with travelers seeking comfort and quality. Patrons rave about their experiences, highlighting dishes like the steaming wonton noodle soup, known for its light, satisfying broth, which offers warmth and comfort—a perfect remedy for pre-flight jitters. The menu boasts an array of affordable options, all priced around $6.95, making it easy to indulge without breaking the bank. Signature dishes such as Curry Chicken, Kung Pao Chicken, and Mapo Tofu draw favorable mentions, indicating a well-rounded blend of authentic Chinese and American-Chinese flavors. The dim sum, particularly the har gow and siu mai, rivals that of dedicated dim sum restaurants, appealing to those craving a quick yet satisfying meal. While some reviews note the challenges of limited rice options and pre-cooked meals, the fast service and accommodating staff remain consistent highlights. The spacious seating in the food court also makes it a convenient stop for anyone needing a satisfying meal before heading through TSA. Overall, Koi Palace Express stands out as a go-to destination in the bustling airport, capturing the essence of comfort food amidst travel chaos.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves comfort food
Quick bite
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
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Reviews For Koi Palace Express
Regu Pillai
May 11,2025
Good to have some Chinese noodles. Staff were pheasant and accommodate our request without a fuss.
paula sierra
May 4,2025
For almost 20, you get a fresh and decent meal. It’s similar to Panda Express, with food served very quickly.
Herbert Yu
Apr 26,2025
No brown rice, out on fried rice, try to charge tips on no service, precooked ready to eat fast foods.
Sohee Kim
Apr 21,2025
I visited Koi Palace at SFO before my connecting flight and had the wonton noodle soup. It was served steaming hot, with a light and satisfying broth, perfect for anyone craving a comforting noodle dish. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the service was quick. For Korean travelers missing warm, hearty soups, I highly recommend stopping by here before your next flight!
Ivan C.
Apr 17,2025
I liked both the authentic Chinese / American Chinese food. Dim sum (har gaw (shrimp) and sticky rice) are comparable to what you would find at a dim sum restaurant. Fried rice and noodles are good. There are lots of beef and chicken dishes. There is a lot of seating in the food court. It’s a great place to go to if you want a meal before going through TSA.
Mary Lu
Feb 22,2025
It's inside terminal G, took the train from terminal 2, I was hungry so I looked for rice and koi has it... had curry chicken, broccoli and carrots sauted and fried rice for 14.99 plus tax. Drink not included. Need to pay extra.
Zui H
Feb 13,2025
2 sides with rice or noodles 14.99 3 sides with rice or noodles 16.99 After the long flight and not having rice or Asian food for three weeks. We were craving for rice and the fried rice was delicious! Make sure you order Xiao long BAO (soup dumpling), it was delicious. I can rate this 8 out of 10, of course considering that we are getting food from the airport! Thanks for satisfying us! Service wasn't bad too and we tipped 15%
Gasja Tearo
Feb 9,2025
Pro tip: order the dim sums and noodle soup from the menu rather than get the two sides with noodles/rice combo that is ready to go. Koi Palace’s specialty is their dim sum, not the greasy Americanized version of Chinese food, which Panda Express does better. Soup dumplings are soupy as expected and pretty good.
Reviews For Koi Palace Express