Middle Eastern Restaurants near South San Francisco, CA

“Good food!!!! Close to my house 🏠“

“The best food i have ever have. The Kurdish guy was very very very extra very kind. When he knew that I am from Kuwait and spoke Arabic, he invited me to have tea and kunafa with ice cream and stuffed with saffron. The kunafa was very delicious. I really recommend this restaurant.“

“We travelled from Maryland to experience San Francisco, found this local restaurant within walking distance of our hotel, and decided to give it a try. It was well worth it! The staff was accommodating, attentive and very friendly. The food was exceptional! If you haven’t tried Mediterranean cuisine or love it, this is the place for you!“

“Absolutely delicious!!!! It was very hard to find parking near the spot.
I ordered the Shish taook and my date ordered the kofta. Both of our meals were delicious, juicy, flavorful! We also got the baba ganouch, very good and smoky.

I recommend this place whole heartedly!“

“It’s a great chef and delicious food“

“What a gem! I grew up in Jordan and Beit Rima took me back to my childhood. The atmosphere, the food, the hospitality and the people truly reflect the Palestinian Culture! Samir was an incredible host and really takes pride in sharing his Palestinian heritage. Best Arabic food I've had in the US!“

“Great tasting food from the holy land. This would be my second time reviewing this restaurant a 5- star. Nothing comes closer to my mother’s cooking than this place. They serve some authentic Palestinian dishes, even good mansaf which inshallah hard to find at other places. Definitely the place to go if you’re thinking Palestine. Love the patio expansion and art work on display.“

“They are friendly and have delicious food.“

“I come here many times, it was always nice food but this time disappointed. Shawarma wasnt tazah( fresh) maybe from the previous day and too much white sauce in it. I got only 3 bites. I gave u 5 star this time coz l loved their food before.“

“A little chaotic to get a table, but worth it if you like fresh and exceptionally well prepared middle eastern cuisine. You order at a counter, and food is delivered to the team. The website and staff (who pick up the phone) say you can add your name to the wait list online, but unfortunately that’s doesn’t work. Your reward, however, is fresh made bread and dips (lebneh, hummus, muhummara), the world’s most delicious delicata squash with a mild spicy flavoring, or maybe a well-grilled chicken kebab or filet of beef. It isn’t a gracious experience; it’s a little more high-volume, but the food is great and the staff are friendly, accommodating, and efficient. Highly recommended for a casual meal.“

“Every thing about this place is completely awesome. I have been coming here for years, and love the food here. The falafels are some of the best I ever had, and the hummus is too. I have been all over the world and I have never been to a falafel place with better food and nicer staff than this place. Very much recomended.“

“I had lunch here on a Sunday, shortly after they opened up. The service was excellent, and the food was delicious. I had hummus and chicken kabobs. The tabouleh was very good with lavash. The hummus was creamy and thick. The kabobs were tender, and served with delicious vegetables and rice. The hot sauce added a nice tang without too much heat. The interior is charming and has a sense of bright, dreamy relaxation. I’ll definitely be back.“

“Really fantastic hidden gem on Polk St, featuring various Afghani, Iranian, and Mediterranean dishes.

The prices are definitly below SF averages, and the servers are very attentive. This is my favorite late-night spot to eat after getting drinks with friends.“

“This is a must to visit restaurant for Mediterranean and Israeli food lovers. The humus of all types, eggplant dishes, shakshukas, and the rest of the dishes were tasty, fresh, and quickly served. Great service and authentic feel. Loved it.“

“We never come to The City without a trip to Aicha. Wonderful little spot with fabulous service & delicious food. Highly recommend.“

“Everything was deliciously good!“

“Great food, service & outdoor seating!“

“This is a fantastic place - my wife is half Persian and introduced me to the cuisine via Alborz. The koobideh, fesenjan, and kashke-bademjan are my own favorites. It's consistently amazing and has a white tablecloth decor that's a nice change of pace in SF. The staff is helpful and friendly and it's a cuisine that works well via takeout/delivery and keeps very well. Highly recommend!“

“Great food and service. Nice decor“

“At first glance, I was disappointed by the place as it was take out only. I had the Falafelle combo plus vegan Baklava. There was so much variety and lots of food. Loved the falafel, dolmas, pita. The sides were excellent with tabbouleh, sauerkrauts, salads. Very scrumptious. I thought the baklava was ok but husband really loved it. In any case, was really happy to have one as I haven’t found a vegan baklava in years!“

“Everything looks just amazing. Truly Mediterranean came highly recommended!“

“I had their lamb roganjosh, aloo Gobi, and chicken chettinand. People might say Pakwan is the place to go for good Indian food in the city, but I was thoroughly impressed with what I ate at Keeva. This is not watered down gringofied Indian food. Absolutely loved the lamb roganjosh, the cauliflower and potatoes were very well spiced, and while I personally didn't like the chettinand, I understand the flavor profile and what that dish is. You're missing out on really delicious Indian food if you're not eating here.“

“Loved it so much and loved it so much and loved it over and over“

“It's de bomb. No but for real this food hits the spot whenever I'm in SF, I think either my Afghan friends or some chill random dude at SFO told me about it but either way I made it a habit to go out of my way to get this excellent food once a year when I'm down in SF. Really perfectly spiced, comforting food, nice people.

Vegetarian options: The Vegs are good and you'll have veg entrees to choose from, I think their roasted meat is the must-have though so I'll say they have options but it's not why I go here.

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly“

“Definitely San Francisco Bay areas. Best burgers, amazing fish and chips very favorable, savory kebabs and great tasting Gyros.“

“Kosher food generally requires some kind of rating buffer due to scarcity, but Hummus Bodega needs no such help. Absolutely amazing food, cannot recommend more highly. Amazing variety of dishes and high quality food at every step. Pita was amazing and fresh, hummus smoother than whipped cream, fries fresh and crisp. Shawarma, schnitzel, and fried cauliflower were all great as well. The staff is also incredibly patient, and artfully dealt with a loud individual who was demanding sabich but couldn't find it named on the menu.“

“Just picked up some hummus, pita, and a Middle Eastern taco… delicious! I highly recommend this place, the people are friendly, and the dining area is perfect:)
Parking is at a premium, but so it goes everywhere in SF.
I uploaded an empty plate because that’s how good it was😋“

“Super yummy hummus plates, falafel, kebabs and salads. Found this gem while on a walk in China town. Not easy to find, but once you know where to find it you will come back again and again. Sooooo good.“

“The food is amazing you should try their flafle. It’s amazing and staff super nice fellas“

“Don’t take it from me: in the words of a friend who has lived in Lebanon and Cairo, “this is the best Arabic food I’ve had on this continent”. Everything is delicious, especially the zaatar manoush and the muhamara. The only problem is that after this, every pita you have in the rest of your life will seem sad by comparison.“

“The best Falafel in the Bay area! I like the traditional falafel. You can't go wrong!“

“Perfect spot for a quick lunch. I first tried the food from Sajj in San Mateo. It was a "regular" lunch place for many at my office. Now that I occasionally work in SF, I was please to find a Sajj just a block away. Love that the food is fresh and bonus that it is full of flavor. I take advantage of ordering ahead and picking up on my schedule.“

“Great food lovely location“

“I smelled it before I got there no always looking for “the right food cooked by the right people!” I had a bowl with chicken which I could cut with a the plastic spoon 😍 with rice and lentils very flavorful too with the Israel salad all that flavor in one bowl was the best by far! My friend who’s vegan was very satisfied had a falafel bowl which she started eating as we walked down the street! She had smashed it by the time we made to the tables at Union Square. The food delicious the portions huge and the price right! On another note when we arrived they were out of rice and of course they made me some fresh very much appreciated ❤️“

“We both had lambs ( the Mrs had the kebab with salad and soup and I had the lamb & beef platter). My plate was made special by the dressing , but my wife’s was the better deal as the smokey flavored meat was out of the ballpark sarap!“

“Consistently delicious for decades“

“Delicious vegan options!😋“

“I'm removing a star because certain employees serve the falafel pita with only three pieces rather than the usual four, which seems stingy and is unsatisfying.

SAJJ stands out as an excellent option for authentic Mediterranean fare. The servings are generous, and the prices are fair, particularly in light of the price increases at other venues. The inclusion of lentil soup with every order is a pleasant surprise, solidifying this as my favourite lunch spot.“

“Sababa at SOMA near Yank Sing and Salesforce Tower is a lunch oasis in downtown SF. Their food is always fresh and delicious with fast service. Lovely, modern, and peaceful ambiance too. They are mainly open for lunch. I love their Falafel, quinoa, and hummus dish.“

“I tried their falafel sandwich (wrap) and it was the best. My mom and friends tried both their chicken and beef shawarma and said they were so good.

My friends didn't like their tabula though and we were a little concerned about the cleanliness of the place.

Vegetarian options: Their falafel wrap is very tasty ?“

“First time! Will definitely be back!!“

“Family owned neighborhood store. Very nice for buying herbs, spices, teas, fruits, nuts, fresh produce, and glass jars with sauces and vegetables. Very friendly cashier always says hi and is ready to provide help when needed. Has a small kitchen that sells pizzas and delicious Mediterranean dishes.“