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I came here with my friends for dinner and we had a good time! It is a very small space, so tables were a little cramped but we made it work. Service overall was good, you order at the front and they bring the food to you. Each item we got was great! The dips were all so addictive, and I like the bell pepper one the best. I also really like the Musakhan! The bread with onion and chicken altogether create the perfect bite. I am glad I got to eat here!
Tried to join Yelp waitlist before arriving but seems like a bunch of people had the same idea because our table was ready immediately after even though the estimated wait time was 45m. As a result, it seems like the waitstaff don't hold your reservation for 5m, as we were taken off 2m after getting the phone call. Finally got seated outside on a windy day, which made for a chaotic experience (they should probably reconsider the standing table numbers that kept falling). Order and pay inside which was seamless. The food itself was delicious (though sitting outside in the wild made it cool quickly) and I loved the ful and musakhan! They also were kind to bring us extra warm pita. Overall, a hectic memorable adventure for yummy food.
Beit Rima on Carl is our family favorite. It's the sister spot to the original on Church, but this one has that neighborhood-favorite feel. The N line drops you right at the door. Wait can run 5-30 min depending on the day and party size, but it's worth it. Outside seating is lovely on a calm day; inside is cozy with warm, fast staff. Every dish I've had here is delicious. For the friends who I brought there for the frst time I recommended the mezze platter -- instant trip to the Middle East. And the falafel is hands down the best in town. Amazing food for the price. Everyone falls in love this place.
From the River to the Sea This is the second location for this local, family-owned Palestinian restaurant that opened in 2019 and is operated by Samir Mogannam, the son of the former owner of the Burgermeister that formerly occupied this space, as well as the original Church St. location. Mogannam did a complete rebrand from an American burger restaurant to a fast-casual "Arabic comfort food" establishment that's named in honor of his mother and features her scratch-made recipes. To say it's a success is an understatement, as they've been named one of the best restaurants in SF not just by the Chronicle, but even made the NY Times' "The 25 Best Restaurants in San Francisco Right Now." After one visit, it's clear to see why. The Good: * Yelp Waitlist available * Bus stop right outside the door * Outdoor dog-friendly seating * Fast-casual order at the counter, and they bring the food out to you. * Service was friendly and efficient. * Palestinian and Jordanian beers in bottles! I didn't even know that was a thing. * Falafel were about 98.753% like my mom's. In a word: delicious. * Musakhan was phenomenal. The chicken was cooked perfectly with crispy skin and the sumac-onion "relish" was spot on. Get this. * Handmade pita bread was delicious. * Carissa enjoyed her Shish Tawook plate, as they were smart again and used chicken thighs which kept the well-seasoned meat nice and juicy. The concomitant hummus was fantastic, and the "Mom's Rice" was fuhgeddaboudit good. She did think the chicken could've used an extra thirty seconds on the grill to firm up the meat just a touch, but otherwise it was perfect. The Meh: * The Fattoush salad was just OK. It was overdressed and needed more dates that were cut into smaller pieces so that you get more of it in each bite to help offset the vinegar. The Ugly: * Parking here is a real hassle, as it's street parking only and it's all neighborhoods. So, be prepared to drive around endlessly looking for an opening. Conclusion: Best Palestinian food outside of me mum's kitchen. 'Nuff said. **https://www.sfchronicle.com/projects/2024/best-san-francisco-restaurants/ ***https://www.nytimes.com/article/best-san-francisco-restaurants.html
I had heard many great things about Beit Rima and was super excited to finally try it with my partner and parents. When we got there, it was extremely busy inside and outside, but despite the anticipated wait, we were seated within 5 minutes or so. As a heads up, the Cole Valley location is very small. There is seating inside and outside, but it is pretty loud inside (not that it detracted from our meal). We noticed there was a lot of take out orders coming through, so it seems like this place is equally popular for takeout, which makes sense given it's small size (they do not take reservations). We started off with the mezze sampler, which has lebna, muhammara, baba ganoush, hummus, pickles, and falafel. We all loved the sampler, although we noticed it didn't come with a lot of pita bread. Since most of our entrees were also coming with pita bread, it wasn't an issue. I particularly enjoyed the lebna, which was super creamy but had a nice tang that rounded out the flavor. The hummus and baba ganoush were also very good, and the muhammara was rich and had a great flavor. My mom got the falafel platter, my dad got the grilled hanger steak, my partner got the musakhan and I got the chicken shish tawook plate. My mom really enjoyed the falafel platter. It was super loaded with falafel, baba ganoush and hummus. The falafels were really good. They were nicely fried, but still had a soft and tender interior. My dad liked the hanger steak, which was cooked to a perfect medium rare. The green zhug sauce was interesting, and the freekeh had a nice nutty and earthy flavor. Our favorites were the musakhan and the chicken shish tawook plate. The musakhan had a really interesting sweet/savory spiced flavor, and was complemented really nicely with the caramelized onions, sumac, pine nuts and toasted pita. The skin had a nice crispness but the chicken was super tender. The chicken shish tawook was definitely my favorite. The chicken had an incredible, charcoal-grilled taste and was super tender without being dry or overcooked at all. This was the best bite I've had all year, and I loved dipping the grilled chicken in the lebna, muhammara, baba ganoush and hummus that remained from our sampler plate. Highly, highly recommend this place. Super reasonable prices for generous portions of super flavorful food. Next time, we'd love to try the lamb shank and branzino.
Delicious Palestinian food that is to die for. My friend did catering from this spot for one of his parties and it was already excellent- but the quality of the freshly made dishes when you dine in is incomparable. My friend and I got the shakshuka, musakhan, and Samir's bread. The shakshuka was so savory and delicious, I loved dipping the pita bread and Samir's bread in this. I actually didn't know it came with pita bread! I probably would've held off on ordering Samir's bread had I known this and saved room to try something else. Samir's bread was spiced very well and had a nice chewy airy texture to it. I would say it tastes just as it looks! The musakhan was fantastic, I've never had anything like it. The chicken is so tender and the outside is perfectly crisp. I'm obsessed with this dish. I'm normally not the biggest fan of Mediterranean food, but Beit Rima changed my mind. The ingredients here are so fresh and the food here is filling in the best way possible.
One of my go to spots in the city! I love the Cole Valley location since its in such a lively part of the neighborhood and have plenty of outdoor seating. Did not have to wait at all for a table for 4 outdoors on a Saturday lunchtime. I had the shakshuka my most recent visit, but also love the platters here. The musakhan, falafel, and chicken are all delicious, and I especially like the hummus that comes with the plates. You grab menus from inside, then order at the counter, and the food is delivered to your table.
I loved this spot! The first thing you notice is how cozy and welcoming it is with the staff being so warm and willing to help for anything. It's a small spot but their waitlist system works great if you join ahead of time. And a bonus is that the N line on the muni drops you off directly in front of it! As for the food, it's safe to say that every dish I had was delicious. The mezze platter is a sample that I would highly recommend you get. The lamb shank was perfectly falling off the bone and the fried branzino was my favorite! It was cooked to perfection with the lemon and herbs on it and the crispy skin. I had their white wine and I loved that on the menu it tells you which wine would pair best with what you order. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here and would definitely come back!
gets pretty busy even on weekday nights but wait went by pretty fast. They have outdoor heaters along with their seating which is really nice! Food was pretty good - I liked the sampler a lot (the baba banish being my favorite) and their falafel as well. The pita bread was warm and seems store bought. The chicken was pretty good too along with the butter rice! Definitely think the sampler was the best and I'd love to try their other proteins next
Our team showed up before noon for lunch. There were 7 of us, so we pushed a few tables together. The interior is simple and adorned with family photos and other Palestinian artifacts. We ordered a variety of plates including grilled meats, chicken, mezze platter, and Samir's bread. The food was flavorful and authentic. This spot is reasonably priced and offers a cool vibe.
I'm not too familiar with Mediterranean food and this was such a great intro. We arrived as a party of 2 on a Saturday afternoon and were able to be seated instantly. There was a steady stream of customers dining in and ordering to go the entire time we were there but overall, not too busy. Ordered the chicken shish and the lamb kebab and loved every bite. The chicken plate came with a generous portion of food and the lamb was so tender and fell off the bone. Lamb is one of my favorite proteins and this was so well done- not too gamey as it can often be. There was a garlicky sauce on the chicken plate that was so addicting. Wish I could've tried more items like the hanger steak or the baba ganoush but we were just too full. Next time! Also it's located right off the muni exit so super convenient to get to and from
The other night, we felt like middle eastern fare, so we stopped by Beit Rima for dinner. It was a weekday evening at around 6:30, so naturally it was crowded, but we managed to snag one of the last indoor tables. The restaurant is modern, warmly lit, yet small and cozy, holding roughly a dozen tables depending on the party size. Outside, they have another dozen or so tables. The outdoor dining really helps accommodate on those busy nights! So waiting for a table isn't too bad at all. Once you grab a table, you stand in line to order and pay for your food. Then you take a number and sit down. ***OUR PICKS*** CHICKEN SHISH TAWOOK PLATE ~ Yogurt marinated chicken, charred onions/red peppers, hummus, toum (garlic sauce), mom's rice, pita bread. They give you a healthy serving of very tender chicken on 3 skewers, 3 pieces of pita bread, pickled radish, hummus, and mom's rice, which tasted like jasmine rice? It's usually basmati rice where the grain is longer and not sticky. The rice was sticky yet it had a hard center in some grains so maybe it was steamed and not boiled? The texture and taste of the rice was disappointing whether it was basmati or jasmine. However, I enjoyed the plentiful chicken and how moist and delicious it was. Hummus was good and pita bread was warm and soft, perfect for dipping. Though I did not see toum on my plate, but asked if we could get some on the side, which they graciously gave us. Maybe it was mixed in there and I missed it. 4/5 BEEF KABOB PLATE ~ spiced kabobs, grilled tomatoes, tahina (tahini - sesame paste), mom's rice, hummus, pita. My guy thought the meat was hard on the outside. He was wondering if the meat was grilled or deep fried having a crunchy exterior. Though the meat inside the kabob was soft. What a contrast! It had the texture of a tater tot. We were expecting the meat to be on a skewer, but it looked like sausage links. The rice was the same sticky rice. Sadly, we would rather have basmati. He thought the food was ok, but he's had better. 3/5 I bumped the rating up a 1/2 star for quick service and nice cafe ambiance. It's a great spot to gather with friends, though it can get a little loud inside. Outside would have been quieter and probably easier to have a conversation.
I visited Beit Rima on a Saturday afternoon and the restaurant was packed. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the process is to find a table first, then order at the counter and grab a number. Since we had our dogs with us, it took about 15 to 20 minutes to snag an outdoor spot. It was a pretty warm day and there was not much shade outside, so keep that in mind if you are bringing pets. If you have any food allergies, they have a separate allergy menu that you can ask for at the counter. It is very helpful for identifying things like gluten-free or dairy-free options. The housemade lemonades were also very refreshing and perfect for the warm weather. The service took a little while because they were so busy, but the food was worth it. I really enjoyed the chicken shish tawook plate and the shakshuka.
14 days ago
Stopped by for lunch with friends after our Double Black run. Really enjoyed our meal here. Everything we ordered was delicious and full of flavor, and you can tell there is a lot of care that goes into the food. We tried a few different dishes and enjoyed everything we ordered. The flavors were well balanced and the portions were generous enough to share, which made it easy to try a little bit of everything. The service was also warm and attentive, and the overall atmosphere felt welcoming and relaxed. It's the kind of place that feels casual enough for a quick meal but still special enough to sit down and really enjoy dinner. They have a lot of outdoor seating as well (with heat lamps for the colder SF nights). Parking in the area can be challenging, would suggest to come for lunch instead of dinner. read more
Looking for a quick light bite near lower Haight area. Found this gem at the foot of the Muni N car Cole Valley tunnel. Bustling area with tons of foot traffic. Street parking may be challenging They let us bring our small dog indoor sitting in the corner. Thank you!! Very nice cozy restaurant with table seating indoor and out. Felt it was too busy outside given it was rush out and many folk getting off the Metro train. You order at the counter, grab a number plaque and then grab a table. Nice staff, patient and helpful. We ordered... Sampler plate, very nice platter of their various mezze offerings. Fresh and delicious dips with pita bread Chicken shishtawook plate, grilled chicken skewers tender, moist and juicy. Grilled peppers and onions on rice were wonderful. Mint Lemonana, bottled drink was nicely refreshing. Alma a Beer, Lebanese beer. Not bad at all! Don't come over to this area often and I forget how vibrant it is. There are several other eateries and bars among the businesses. A couple have happy hour so we plan to come visit again read more
I came here with my friends for dinner and we had a good time! It is a very small space, so tables were a little cramped but we made it work. Service overall was good, you order at the front and they bring the food to you. Each item we got was great! The dips were all so addictive, and I like the bell pepper one the best. I also really like the Musakhan! The bread with onion and chicken altogether create the perfect bite. I am glad I got to eat here! read more
Tried to join Yelp waitlist before arriving but seems like a bunch of people had the same idea because our table was ready immediately after even though the estimated wait time was 45m. As a result, it seems like the waitstaff don't hold your reservation for 5m, as we were taken off 2m after getting the phone call. Finally got seated outside on a windy day, which made for a chaotic experience (they should probably reconsider the standing table numbers that kept falling). Order and pay inside which was seamless. The food itself was delicious (though sitting outside in the wild made it cool quickly) and I loved the ful and musakhan! They also were kind to bring us extra warm pita. Overall, a hectic memorable adventure for yummy food. read more
Beit Rima on Carl is our family favorite. It's the sister spot to the original on Church, but this one has that neighborhood-favorite feel. The N line drops you right at the door. Wait can run 5-30 min depending on the day and party size, but it's worth it. Outside seating is lovely on a calm day; inside is cozy with warm, fast staff. Every dish I've had here is delicious. For the friends who I brought there for the frst time I recommended the mezze platter -- instant trip to the Middle East. And the falafel is hands down the best in town. Amazing food for the price. Everyone falls in love this place. read more
From the River to the Sea This is the second location for this local, family-owned Palestinian restaurant that opened in 2019 and is operated by Samir Mogannam, the son of the former owner of the Burgermeister that formerly occupied this space, as well as the original Church St. location. Mogannam did a complete rebrand from an American burger restaurant to a fast-casual "Arabic comfort food" establishment that's named in honor of his mother and features her scratch-made recipes. To say it's a success is an understatement, as they've been named one of the best restaurants in SF not just by the Chronicle, but even made the NY Times' "The 25 Best Restaurants in San Francisco Right Now." After one visit, it's clear to see why. The Good: * Yelp Waitlist available * Bus stop right outside the door * Outdoor dog-friendly seating * Fast-casual order at the counter, and they bring the food out to you. * Service was friendly and efficient. * Palestinian and Jordanian beers in bottles! I didn't even know that was a thing. * Falafel were about 98.753% like my mom's. In a word: delicious. * Musakhan was phenomenal. The chicken was cooked perfectly with crispy skin and the sumac-onion "relish" was spot on. Get this. * Handmade pita bread was delicious. * Carissa enjoyed her Shish Tawook plate, as they were smart again and used chicken thighs which kept the well-seasoned meat nice and juicy. The concomitant hummus was fantastic, and the "Mom's Rice" was fuhgeddaboudit good. She did think the chicken could've used an extra thirty seconds on the grill to firm up the meat just a touch, but otherwise it was perfect. The Meh: * The Fattoush salad was just OK. It was overdressed and needed more dates that were cut into smaller pieces so that you get more of it in each bite to help offset the vinegar. The Ugly: * Parking here is a real hassle, as it's street parking only and it's all neighborhoods. So, be prepared to drive around endlessly looking for an opening. Conclusion: Best Palestinian food outside of me mum's kitchen. 'Nuff said. **https://www.sfchronicle.com/projects/2024/best-san-francisco-restaurants/ ***https://www.nytimes.com/article/best-san-francisco-restaurants.html read more
I had heard many great things about Beit Rima and was super excited to finally try it with my partner and parents. When we got there, it was extremely busy inside and outside, but despite the anticipated wait, we were seated within 5 minutes or so. As a heads up, the Cole Valley location is very small. There is seating inside and outside, but it is pretty loud inside (not that it detracted from our meal). We noticed there was a lot of take out orders coming through, so it seems like this place is equally popular for takeout, which makes sense given it's small size (they do not take reservations). We started off with the mezze sampler, which has lebna, muhammara, baba ganoush, hummus, pickles, and falafel. We all loved the sampler, although we noticed it didn't come with a lot of pita bread. Since most of our entrees were also coming with pita bread, it wasn't an issue. I particularly enjoyed the lebna, which was super creamy but had a nice tang that rounded out the flavor. The hummus and baba ganoush were also very good, and the muhammara was rich and had a great flavor. My mom got the falafel platter, my dad got the grilled hanger steak, my partner got the musakhan and I got the chicken shish tawook plate. My mom really enjoyed the falafel platter. It was super loaded with falafel, baba ganoush and hummus. The falafels were really good. They were nicely fried, but still had a soft and tender interior. My dad liked the hanger steak, which was cooked to a perfect medium rare. The green zhug sauce was interesting, and the freekeh had a nice nutty and earthy flavor. Our favorites were the musakhan and the chicken shish tawook plate. The musakhan had a really interesting sweet/savory spiced flavor, and was complemented really nicely with the caramelized onions, sumac, pine nuts and toasted pita. The skin had a nice crispness but the chicken was super tender. The chicken shish tawook was definitely my favorite. The chicken had an incredible, charcoal-grilled taste and was super tender without being dry or overcooked at all. This was the best bite I've had all year, and I loved dipping the grilled chicken in the lebna, muhammara, baba ganoush and hummus that remained from our sampler plate. Highly, highly recommend this place. Super reasonable prices for generous portions of super flavorful food. Next time, we'd love to try the lamb shank and branzino. read more
Delicious Palestinian food that is to die for. My friend did catering from this spot for one of his parties and it was already excellent- but the quality of the freshly made dishes when you dine in is incomparable. My friend and I got the shakshuka, musakhan, and Samir's bread. The shakshuka was so savory and delicious, I loved dipping the pita bread and Samir's bread in this. I actually didn't know it came with pita bread! I probably would've held off on ordering Samir's bread had I known this and saved room to try something else. Samir's bread was spiced very well and had a nice chewy airy texture to it. I would say it tastes just as it looks! The musakhan was fantastic, I've never had anything like it. The chicken is so tender and the outside is perfectly crisp. I'm obsessed with this dish. I'm normally not the biggest fan of Mediterranean food, but Beit Rima changed my mind. The ingredients here are so fresh and the food here is filling in the best way possible. read more
One of my go to spots in the city! I love the Cole Valley location since its in such a lively part of the neighborhood and have plenty of outdoor seating. Did not have to wait at all for a table for 4 outdoors on a Saturday lunchtime. I had the shakshuka my most recent visit, but also love the platters here. The musakhan, falafel, and chicken are all delicious, and I especially like the hummus that comes with the plates. You grab menus from inside, then order at the counter, and the food is delivered to your table. read more
I loved this spot! The first thing you notice is how cozy and welcoming it is with the staff being so warm and willing to help for anything. It's a small spot but their waitlist system works great if you join ahead of time. And a bonus is that the N line on the muni drops you off directly in front of it! As for the food, it's safe to say that every dish I had was delicious. The mezze platter is a sample that I would highly recommend you get. The lamb shank was perfectly falling off the bone and the fried branzino was my favorite! It was cooked to perfection with the lemon and herbs on it and the crispy skin. I had their white wine and I loved that on the menu it tells you which wine would pair best with what you order. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here and would definitely come back! read more
gets pretty busy even on weekday nights but wait went by pretty fast. They have outdoor heaters along with their seating which is really nice! Food was pretty good - I liked the sampler a lot (the baba banish being my favorite) and their falafel as well. The pita bread was warm and seems store bought. The chicken was pretty good too along with the butter rice! Definitely think the sampler was the best and I'd love to try their other proteins next read more
Our team showed up before noon for lunch. There were 7 of us, so we pushed a few tables together. The interior is simple and adorned with family photos and other Palestinian artifacts. We ordered a variety of plates including grilled meats, chicken, mezze platter, and Samir's bread. The food was flavorful and authentic. This spot is reasonably priced and offers a cool vibe. read more
I'm not too familiar with Mediterranean food and this was such a great intro. We arrived as a party of 2 on a Saturday afternoon and were able to be seated instantly. There was a steady stream of customers dining in and ordering to go the entire time we were there but overall, not too busy. Ordered the chicken shish and the lamb kebab and loved every bite. The chicken plate came with a generous portion of food and the lamb was so tender and fell off the bone. Lamb is one of my favorite proteins and this was so well done- not too gamey as it can often be. There was a garlicky sauce on the chicken plate that was so addicting. Wish I could've tried more items like the hanger steak or the baba ganoush but we were just too full. Next time! Also it's located right off the muni exit so super convenient to get to and from read more
The other night, we felt like middle eastern fare, so we stopped by Beit Rima for dinner. It was a weekday evening at around 6:30, so naturally it was crowded, but we managed to snag one of the last indoor tables. The restaurant is modern, warmly lit, yet small and cozy, holding roughly a dozen tables depending on the party size. Outside, they have another dozen or so tables. The outdoor dining really helps accommodate on those busy nights! So waiting for a table isn't too bad at all. Once you grab a table, you stand in line to order and pay for your food. Then you take a number and sit down. ***OUR PICKS*** CHICKEN SHISH TAWOOK PLATE ~ Yogurt marinated chicken, charred onions/red peppers, hummus, toum (garlic sauce), mom's rice, pita bread. They give you a healthy serving of very tender chicken on 3 skewers, 3 pieces of pita bread, pickled radish, hummus, and mom's rice, which tasted like jasmine rice? It's usually basmati rice where the grain is longer and not sticky. The rice was sticky yet it had a hard center in some grains so maybe it was steamed and not boiled? The texture and taste of the rice was disappointing whether it was basmati or jasmine. However, I enjoyed the plentiful chicken and how moist and delicious it was. Hummus was good and pita bread was warm and soft, perfect for dipping. Though I did not see toum on my plate, but asked if we could get some on the side, which they graciously gave us. Maybe it was mixed in there and I missed it. 4/5 BEEF KABOB PLATE ~ spiced kabobs, grilled tomatoes, tahina (tahini - sesame paste), mom's rice, hummus, pita. My guy thought the meat was hard on the outside. He was wondering if the meat was grilled or deep fried having a crunchy exterior. Though the meat inside the kabob was soft. What a contrast! It had the texture of a tater tot. We were expecting the meat to be on a skewer, but it looked like sausage links. The rice was the same sticky rice. Sadly, we would rather have basmati. He thought the food was ok, but he's had better. 3/5 I bumped the rating up a 1/2 star for quick service and nice cafe ambiance. It's a great spot to gather with friends, though it can get a little loud inside. Outside would have been quieter and probably easier to have a conversation. read more
I visited Beit Rima on a Saturday afternoon and the restaurant was packed. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the process is to find a table first, then order at the counter and grab a number. Since we had our dogs with us, it took about 15 to 20 minutes to snag an outdoor spot. It was a pretty warm day and there was not much shade outside, so keep that in mind if you are bringing pets. If you have any food allergies, they have a separate allergy menu that you can ask for at the counter. It is very helpful for identifying things like gluten-free or dairy-free options. The housemade lemonades were also very refreshing and perfect for the warm weather. The service took a little while because they were so busy, but the food was worth it. I really enjoyed the chicken shish tawook plate and the shakshuka. read more
I came here on a Friday evening right before closing. Thankfully, the server was kind enough to still serve us. I appreciated that because some places would have turned us away. The restaurant has a nice vibe for a small Arabic spot. It was more on the casual side, but welcoming. We started with the halloumi, which was good but a bit on the salty side. For my main dish, I ordered the musakhan since it's known as a national Palestinian dish. The chicken was tender and flavorful from the unique spices. Even the plating looked beautiful! I'm pretty picky with chicken dishes, so it didn't end up being especially memorable for me. I've heard great things about their mezze plate, so I'd like to come back and try that next time. It could I didn't order the best dishes since the restaurant was on a time crunch. read more
Had dinner here last week and was very satisfied. Beit Rima has been on my list for a while so I'm glad I finally got to try it. Not sure what took me so long! Lol The mezze sampler was awesome. I loved each and every dip it came with + the house made pickles. We also ordered the hanger steak and chicken which were both equally delicious. Definitely will be coming back to try more! read more
Beit Rima has officially ruined me for all other Mediterranean food. I.am.ruined. We ordered the chicken shish, shakshuka, mezze plate, and potatoes, and every single dish made me pause mid-conversation to just stare at my fork and make sure I relished this meal because this place is 2,488 miles from my home. The chicken shish was impossibly tender and flavorful with a crispy char on each piece. It sat upon a bed of rice with lightly crisped onion slices, which are the supporting actor of the dish. The shakshuka was rich and comforting in the way only something made with actual care can be. The egg was perfectly oozy and the tomatoes were rich with flavor. And the mezze plate is an absolute masterclass. Each component was distinct, intentional, and better than the last, but we definitely have to pay homage to the bread because it was the perfect vessel for everything. But the potatoes. I don't know what they did to those potatoes. I don't know if there was sorcery involved. All I know is they were crispy, perfectly seasoned, and deeply addictive. We finished them in a way that suggested poor impulse control but excellent judgment. Service was equally outstanding; warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without hovering. The whole experience felt effortless, which is usually the result of people working very hard behind the scenes. Beit Rima isn't just a great neighborhood spot, it's the kind of place that makes you immediately plan your return visit before you've even paid the bill. Already booking my next trip from Ohio to San Francisco and a visit to Beit Rima is on the agenda! read more
I've often passed by this restaurant on the N Muni Stop, and this is the first time I was able to enjoy a weekend dinner with my friends here. At around 5:30PM when it started becoming crowded, the outside tables became open for seating, and space heaters placed outside made it not too cold. Although we sat outside, we still went inside to order and got number cards for our orer. Shakshuka: This tomato heavy dish with an egg in the middle was rich and comforting since the spiced tomato sauce was hearty and not overwhelming. The eggs were also perfectly cooked and well seasoned. Beef Kebab Plate: This was well-seasoned and tender, with the right amount of char from the grill. Both this and chicken plate we ordered came with sauce and rice that complemented the dishes. Chicken Shish Tawook Plate: This was my personal favorite, as the chicken on the skewers were seasoned perfectly, juicy, and flavorful. Portions were generous for the price, and I would recommend this spot if you're craving some Middle Eastern flavors! read more
11 months ago
We came for my best friend's birthday and it was really delish! MEZZE SAMPLER lebna, muhammara, baba ganoush, hummus, pickles, 2 falafel 21 Love being able to try all the different appetizers! Everything was tasty. BAKED HALLOUMI jalapeno, meyer lemon, herbs 14 Halloumi generally doesn't have much flavor, so I was blown away when I tasted this! One of my favorite dishes of the night! The seasoning was great. SHAKSHUKA farm egg poached in a spiced tomato & pepper stew 14 I've never had shakshuka and didn't have high expectations, but this was so tasty! BEEF KABOB PLATE 22 spiced kabobs, grilled tomatoes, tehina, mom's rice, hummus, half pita The beef kabob was good, but a little on the dry side. CHICKEN SHISH TAWOOK PLATE 22 yogurt marinated chicken, charred onion/red pepper, toum, hummus, mom's rice, half pita Everyone preferred the chicken over the beef. SAMIR'S HAND KNEADED BREAD 6 fresh pita with caraway, nigella, thyme topped with zaa'tar and sumac Tasty bread to dip in the hummus and anything else!! Tasty Mediterranean spot! read more
8 months ago
Cool location (right by a Muni stop) and great outdoor seating. This restaurant itself is super cute and charming. We liked the limited variety of dishes on the menu. The mezze sampler was a good move for our group of 6. The pita is soft, hummus is smooth and delicious, and falafel is so flavorful and just moist enough! The yogurt chicken was my favorite (very flavorful and tender). The lamb shank and beef kabob plates were well-cooked, but lacked flavor for us. The hanger steak was overcooked, but still had good flavor and components. Overall, this is still a great place to come for a nice brunch/lunch with friends & family! Definitely do family-style and order a variety for the table! (Only complaint is that nobody came for water refills until we were literally about to go! But otherwise the service was fairly quick and friendly.) read more
Small cozy interior (expect to be close to your neighbors) but delicious food and friendly staff! - Beef kabob : delicious logs of meat, not dry and was flavorful! The cherry tomatoes in the rice were grilled perfectly and so sweet! - Chicken plate : somehow better than the beef! The chicken was so juicy and tender, seasoned perfectly! Nice portion and delicious with the hummus side - Baba ganoush : smokey and nice consistency, delicious with the pita and to save for the mains! read more
I go take out here one evening and ordered the mezze sampler and the chicken shish tawook plate. The mezze sampler came with lebna, muhammara, baba ganoush, hummus, pickles, 2 falafels and pita bread. Everything in the sampler was good, the muhammara had a nice roasted bell pepper flavor. The chicken shish tawook plate had marinated chicken, onions, red pepper, toum, hummus, rice and pita. The chicken was delicious. It was moist, had good amount of char and spice. The toum on top of the chicken was a nice balance to balance the smokiness. The onion and red pepper were charred which was a nice addition to balance the meat. Having the side of rice, hummus and pita worked nicely with the meal. Overall, very good experience, I will be back. They get busy here so ordering take out works nicely as well. read more
Amazing food! The branzino was definitely the standout, since it was crispy but perfectly cooked and so flavorful, but everything was delicious. Mezze platter had a lot of flavor and went very well with the Pita. The halloumi was so tasty we had to get 2 orders! Lamb was a little more tomato-ey for my liking, but still was delicious. White wine paired very well. Service was great, staff was very friendly and the vibes inside are super cute, great spot for a celebration dinner. Will definitely be back. read more
Arrived late for lunch on a Saturday and got seated straight away. The interior is small, crowded, loud and lively. Two shared the falafel, crudités and chicken shish tawook plate, and we couldn't finish it all. I wouldn't order the crudités again, but the food was well seasoned, and delicious. read more
I've been wanting to try this spot for so long. Very yummy food! Chicken was so savory and moist. The rice was really really good - random but was one of my favorite aspects of the dish! Definitely get the mezze sampler if you love dips. Also the waitlist went by wayyyy faster than the estimated time, so love that! Definitely try this place out read more
Excellent Mediterranean food. So many options to choose from. Place was vibrant with people. Staff were friendly and receptive to our food preferences. We ordered vegan and vegetarian items. We are very happy with the food and the overall experience. Nice location too. Thanks to the team here who put together such an awesome spread! read more
Came here for lunch on Sunday for a party of 2 and there was no wait at all. For 2 ppl, we ordered the Musakhan, Ful, and beef kebab plate. Let me tell you, the Musakhan was SOOOO GOOD. If you come here, please order that and thank me later. Would 100% come back here again for it!! The beef kebab plate was also very tasty; I particularly liked the rice and sauce they used for it, super flavorful. Overall the portion size is generous, good food, good value, and very cute and cozy inside! Would come back again!! read more
1 year ago
Everything we tried had such interesting and dynamic flavors! Staff were also friendly and probably refilled our water about 20 times while we ate. read more
Casual and very popular restaurant in the small but cute neighborhood of Cole Valley. Been wanting to try this place for a while, and finally got a chance recently when my schedule aligned with my Hb's. Order, pay at the counter and pick a table. They bring the food to you when ready. On this day, we sat outside, enjoying some (gasp!) sunshine. One of my favorites is Lebna which is a strained yogurt, zaa'tar, and olive oil. This one is good but I enjoy the one from Abu Salim a bit more. This spread goes amazingly well with the pita. My Hb additionally ordered the SAMIR'S HAND KNEADED BREAD which is fresh pita topped with caraway, nigella, thyme, zaa'tar, and sumac. I love that mix. The bread was hot, puffy, and delicious. We also shared the Chicken shish tawook plate. Chicken was cooked just right and has great flavor. I also ordered a single falafel to try and he got the Hummus Ma'Lehma which is a warm hummus, spiced beef with pine nuts. Enjoyed both. Casual, efficient and busy. Would come back to try more dishes in the future. Located right by the N Judah stop when it gets out the tunnel on Carl & Cole. read more
2 months ago
Came here on a weekday and it was so busy! The wait was about 20-30 minutes. During that time, my friend and I looked at the menu to figure what we wanted. Once a table is ready for you, you order at the cashier then get seated. Food was delicious but the tables were very small and cramped together. I felt I could hear other people's conversation. read more
No wait on a Sunday evening for dinner, we got lucky! It's casual & laid back atmosphere, you order at the counter and the servers will bring you the food fast. Arabic food is something I've always wanted to try and so glad I did. Faves were: -Musakhan: the chicken was fall off the bone tender and the toasted pine nuts added a pleasant woody scent to each bite -Baked Halloumi: the garlic green onion lemon sauces they marinate the halloumi in is divine, would love to take a bottle of it home Can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu items! read more
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Are dogs allowed on the patio / outdoor eating area?
I saw dogs on the patio while I was there and no one said anything, it seemed friendly. I'd give them a call to confirm but it seems if the dog is social and well behaved it wouldn't be an issue.
Do you have a vegetarian plate, something like the beef kebab sides but with Falafel or Halumi as protein options? A lot of people would like a vegetarian plate of food, not millions dishes. Please consider a vegetarian plate with all the lil sides.
Yes, you can order the Falafel Plate. Not listed on the menu, buts it’s the beef kebab plate but with five falafels instead of 3 kebabs. $16
Can you post up your menu?
Can you let the staff know, when we ordered it there was lots of confusion and no outs with the plate. Thanks! Vegetarians want a plate with all the foods too. Please put in menu.
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