Really enjoyed this place! After a day in Marin, we decided to grab dinner in the city and came across this place. It's Himalayan/Nepalese food, and it's got plenty of gluten free options (a must, and always looking for tasty places with gf items). They are labeled as such on the menu, making ordering a breeze. We ordered the kale chaat, as recommended by many Yelpers. I'd agree that it's worth an order. It's a powerful punch of flavor along with a mixture of textures, really lovely! We also ordered the okra, daal bhat, and momos (partner said these were just okay). Atmosphere is like a club/lounge, but don't let that deter you, it didn't feel shady or anything, just a little dark in lighting, cozy booths and tables, etc. Service was also great, and overall, we had a worthwhile experience here! read more

See all

A group of six of us dropped by Dancing Yak on a Saturday night after seeing that the wait at Burma Love was too long. They were able to seat us immediately around 6PM. It was surprising that we were able to get served so quickly on a weekend night, but actually about an hour later, the entire restaurant was packed so we got lucky. I actually couldn't believe that I hadn't tried this restaurant until recently given how many reviews it has. Between the six of us, we ordered a variety of dishes to share for the table. Some of the things that we ordered included the butter chicken, the garlic naan, the coconut naan, plain naan, along with the chow mein with shrimp, pork belly small plate, the kale chaat, the daal bhat, and the chicken momos. From this list, my favorites were the garlic naan, the chow mein, and the kale chaat. Next time, I'd skip over the pork belly as it wasn't anything special. The coconut naan wasn't my favorite either but was nice to try something new. I also didn't really enjoy the daal bhat though I know it's a popular dish of theirs. To each their own. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back. I don't crave this type of cuisine too often, but when I do, this will definitely be the spot to hit up. read more

Dancing Yak - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

We tried some chat options and the most important of all momos (dumplings) - both chicken and vegan. It was good food. Ambience is 5 start and service was pretty good. Really amazing atmosphere. However I felt the flavors didn't blow me up. I really liked what they were trying to do with veg momo - in my humble opinion if they would have kept it traditional I would have liked it more. But really good concept. Overall recommend this place - slightly overated but ambience is worth the dining experience. read more

See all

For someone who wouldn't necessarily go for Indian food (just personal preference), this place was pretty solid. The butter chicken and garlic naan was good and the chicken chow mein had a nice spice to it and good flavor. Our waitress was sweet and attentive. It wasn't too busy for a Sunday night dinner either which was nice for our party of 6. read more

Dancing Yak - Chow Mein with Chicken - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Everything 10/10. Must order the kale chaat- so refreshing and aromatic! A good mix of sweet, savory, crunch, and creaminess. Ugh so good. The Momo was just as delicious. Warm, chewy skin, and juicy filling. Saag curry with chicken- the chicken is pull apart type of cooked, not "blocks" of them. The curry was so good. And the garlic naan was also freshly made and crispy! Never too much garlic. I'll definitely be back and this place is incredible - you won't be disappointed. Our server was super friendly and regularly checked in with us. Clean space with ample seating and even a room in the back for reservation I think! read more

See all

Met a friend for dinner; we each got the nonalcoholic mango spritzer. We then shared a refreshing watermelon feta salad, some garlic naan, and the seafood curry. The seafood curry came in a tomato based sauce with shrimp, mini clams and cod. It was a healthy serving complimented by the naan. Would definitely go again; not too crowded but fairly busy for a Monday. It seemed like they had a private dining room as well. read more

Dancing Yak - Watermelon Feta Salad - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

This is a cozy trendy Himalayan restaurant perfect for a chill dinner. We came in without a reservation on a Friday night and got a table within 15 minutes but it was quite busy. Our order did get a bit messed up and we ended up missing an item, only to get the wrong item once we brought it up-- but everything was still very tasty! I would recommend family style to try different dishes and get some rice and naan. read more

Dancing Yak - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dancing Yak serves Napali / Himalayan food and very similar to Indian food with a lot of curry dishes. The momos are very popular here which are steamed dumplings filled with meat or vegetables. The meat is tender and tasty. The chicken momos are the most popular. I definitely recommend ordering the garlic naan which comes piping hot. We always order this dish which goes well with the curry dishes to mop up all the sauces. The tikka masala and butter chicken are our go-to dishes here. Highly recommend. read more

See all

my friend got the chow mein and i got the butter chicken with a side of rice and a side of garlic naan. the chow mein was amazing and i would totally come back to just get that. the butter chicken was also good but wish it was a tad bit smoother (a little gritty). the garlic naan was not good because it was so burnt and crispy. we also got the momos and they were good, along with the sauce they're served with. they have a good menu with extensive options, including drinks. i'd recommend getting a drink because their tap water tastes so. bad. overall, i would come back here. the service was good. we didn't have reservations but we did also come on a wednesday night. read more

See all

my friends and I came here on sunday night for dinner, hoping to have some good nepalese & indian dishes. we shared the goat curry, chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and chicken chow mein all with rice and garlic naan on the side. a few of us are butter chicken enthusiasts and agreed that it definitely lived up to the standard! the tikka masala was also a favorite- the sauce was creamy, rich, and the tomato flavor really came through. the goat curry was not for everybody, but those who love lamb really enjoyed it, saying the meat was extremely tender. the only gripe about our dinner was that the service was a bit slow- it took a long time for all the curry dishes to come out and the naan they served was barely warm. I think it would've definitely been on a whole other level if everything came out hot. the restaurant is beautifully decorated but dimly lit, we unfortunately had to be those people who shine flashlights onto the menus. but otherwise, the ambiance is warm and cozy and we had a good dinner overall. read more

See all

Came here with a party of 3 around 6pm on a Saturday and had no wait. The restaurant itself is pretty cute and vibey which I appreciated. We ordered the lamb shapta, goat curry, daal bhat, and garlic naan. Everything was really tasty, but my favorite was definitely the goat curry + naan because of the flavor. However decided to give it 4 stars (instead of 5) because all the meat was kinda tough. The lamb in the shapta was pretty hard (flavor was good tho), and the meat in the goat curry was kinda too dry (not as tender as I expected). Everything had really good flavor tho so still liked the place overall! read more

See all

Don't let the modern ambiance and forest green let you think that this food isn't homey! The kale chaat came with perfectly crispy kale that resisted sogginess. The lamb shafta was well seasoned, and I loved the soft bao that came with it. The pork belly was good, but simpler than other dishes. I wasn't impressed visually at first, but the lemongrass and herbs in the sauce was a yummy surprise. Each grain of the tumeric rice was also well cooked, and paired very well with the chicken curry. The garlic naan was super crispy and buttery and the perfect vessel for the sauce! I recommend getting the curry spicy!! Despite a busy Friday night, the service was quick and friendly. read more

See all

This is a really fancy restaurant to have lunch or dinner at. The catfish I ate here was nice and crispy just the way I love it . The service was very friendly and the ambiance of the place was fancy. I highly recommend this place. I give them 5 stars read more

Dancing Yak - Catfish - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

Let me start off with - I generally do not eat Indian food in SF or Nepalese food outside of momos. I prefer making it better at home myself. This place though is absolutely amazing and absolutely worth it. Probably only 1 of 3 Indian places I would recommend in SF The butter chicken was yummy! Cheese naan was even more insaneeeeeeeeee. The shatpat lamb was interesting. The bun part. The lamb itself was great. Also the momos are the best I've had in this city. 4 for 10 is pricey but ugh they are def some of the best momos I've had read more

Dancing Yak - Shatpat lamb - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

A 5 in quality but portions are small shrinkflation Went early on a Friday evening, and the restaurant was bustling (we had a 1 hr 15 min time at our table)! The interior is darker with warm lighting at each table, warm but snazzy. We ordered the Spicy Cauliflower, the Tofu Shapta, and the Paneer Tikka Masala with Garlic / Zaatar naan. The cauliflower was delicious (only 4 pieces tho), thoroughly coated in the spicy sauce and well fried. The Shapta was yummy and charred - I enjoyed the steam bun as a palate cleanser. The gravy of the paneer tikka masala also had me almost licking the plate :) and the naans were really soft and strong with flavor! I ordered the tamarind margarita, which was also refreshing and tangy! The service was prompt and helpful, and they didn't rush us out before our time slot. All in all, great option for delicious food! read more

Dancing Yak - The spread (Cauliflower in the middle, Naan, Tikka Masala Curry top right) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

They were quite busy on a Friday evening but we were seated pretty quickly as walk ins. Service was attentive and friendly. The only concern I had was that the appetizer (lamb skewers) came out first and it was quite a long wait before the mains. Overall, food was really good but nothing blew my away. The naan tasted freshly made and the texture was great, it paired perfectly with the butter chicken. The daal in the daal bhat tasted a little bland, I liked the other sides more (cauliflower + potato, curry chicken). Overall a pretty interesting plate with lots of variety. read more

See all

Food: Definitely 5 stars. Packed with flavor!! You absolutely must try the chow mein -- its spice level is out of this world. I also enjoyed the Daal Bhat, which is a type of sampler platter. Service: Much to be desired, here. While folks were kind, the workers are definitely sparse after you're seated. I also had questions regarding/was displeased with how they prioritize patrons. A table next to me -- all white folks -- somehow got my server's full attention (he abandoned me) and even got all their food before mine, though I put in my order right before them. I raised it to one server, who was incredibly kind and addressed the issue. However, it certainly left a bad taste in my mouth. Ambiance: Fabulous. Beautiful decor related to Nepal and a perfectly lit setting. read more

I was so excited to try dancing yak and overall it's good and with the visit, but not on my must revisit list. It's definitely SF prices for the portion but you get a fun ambiance with it. All in all the dishes were tasty, especially the momo. I was disappointed with the lamb curry included in the daal baht because the serving of meat was small with a lot of bones. It is a popular restaurant and does get crowded during peak times so I'd recommend making a reservation read more

See all

oh dancing yak, where do I begin. I've missed you so much. I am in many ways the same and not the same man as I was when I had you last. But I have been thinking of you since our last meeting. There were days where I crave you more and others when I can suppress my desires. I couldn't take it anymore. I needed you. So I here I am. Ready, to partake in you once more. read more

See all

Fantastic ambiance with excellent food and warm service. Highly recommend it. Special thanks to the staff Ajay! read more

See all

The best chow mein that I've had!! Dancing yak has been on my list for a while and I'm SO glad I finally went. Both dishes were delicious, tho the goat curry was a bit too salty for my taste. The chow mein was perfect, no notes. Service was great and this place would be great for dates or friends catching up. Not too loud or eerily quiet. Can't wait to return!! read more

Dancing Yak - Chow mein - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Went over the weekend to celebrate my mom's birthday and had an amazing experience. The service was top notch, the owner Suraksha was very warm and welcoming. Our server Manisha was absolutely amazing and offered great recommendations. Every dish suggested turned out to be excellent. The food itself was light and incredibly delicious. The drinks were just as impressive our favs were the monkey temple and don't talk yak. Overall, it was wonderful experience with delicious food and exceptional service even on a busy night. We will definitely be coming back read more

See all

Kale chaat was probably the best from the meals then the turmeric rice. Kale dish was refreshing and unique to try. Buckwheat roti was interesting, tasted like wheat bread. Turmeric rice was nice and filling. Curry is ok. Pork momo is ok too, wonder if chicken momo is better. Service was kind. Place has small seating but there is a room in the back for bigger private events. read more

Dancing Yak - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

The veggie plate was absolutely delicious. Good flavour, wide variety and honestly reminded me of a great home cooked meal. It felt very fresh. The momos are unfortunately okay and I would skip them. read more

Dancing Yak - Veggie plate - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

got the butter chicken garlic naan chicken chilli and chicken momos! everything was so good, especially the chicken chilli- the sauce to veggies to chicken ratio was perfect! naan was fluffy curry was flavorful this was probably one of the best indian restaurants in sf and i've been to many! read more

Dancing Yak - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Fun spot for Nepalese food! I came here on a random Wed night and was surprised to see how busy it was. My friend and I ended up ordering the chicken momos, watermelon & feta salad and goat curry with garlic naan and brown rice to share. Everything was really yummy but the chicken momos had to be my favorite! Loved the sauce that they serve with the momos. The goat curry was also great and the sauce was perfect to soak up the naan with. I was initially confused by the watermelon & feta salad which seemed out of place in the menu but I'm glad we got it for a lighter side and it was a nice refreshing dish to eat with the heavier mains. Overall, really nice and friendly vibes and a great casual spot! read more

See all

Dancing yak was awesome! This restaurant is in the mission, located near a bunch of other restaurants that are some of my favorites. My friend and I were craving Nepalese food so we went in and I was surprised by how expansive the menu options were. The cocktails looked so cool and I definitely want to come back and try one. We ordered the chicken momos and dhading chicken with garlic naan. Both were so good. The chicken was in a spicy and tomato based sauce which was exactly what we wanted since most spots have a creamy sauce for almost all of their chicken or paneer dishes. Have to go back to try more menu items! read more

Dancing Yak - Chicken Momo (4pcs) - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Dancing Yak has been on my bookmarks for years. I've heard about it from several friends and it definitely gets sent regularly as a potential dinner option in the group chats. Really nice decor throughout with decent natural lighting with windows + accent lighting. Plenty of seating for small to medium sized 2-6p groups. Their simple menu makes it pretty easy to order. Between me and my friend, we were full off of two entrees, two orders of momos, a small plate, and sides of rice and naan. My friend's a new vegetarian so there were plenty of options for the both of us. Overall, I thought the food was mid. Great cheesy naan and kale chaat. The kale chaat was balanced and refreshing. Great to share and start with. Apart from that, nothing else really stood out. The momos were tasty but small and kind of salty. Nowhere near as good as Bini's Kitchen, but they were good. In hindsight, I'd order three servings and treat it as the main course. Skip the curries. The goat curry was flat and salty. I ended up just wrapping the goat meat cubes in naan and left most of the gravy. I can't speak to the Baigun Tarkari but my friend ate less of that than I had of my curry so think what you will. However, at about $50/pp after tip, it's not at all a bad small plates dinner option for SF. Just didn't meet my expectations. Solid 3/5 read more

See all

Great place for groups. Parking is super difficult in this area so I recommend rideshare or walking. We had a group of 11 with vegetarians and carnivores. Both diets were well satisfied. My boyfriend and I split the goat daal bhat - and wow I highly recommend. It was such a good starter and easy way to try a little bit of everything. The goat was not gamey and really tender. We got the chicken tikka masala which was well flavored. Also got the pork momos - unfortunately this was not up to par. It tasted metallic to me personally. Service is ok. It's crowded and loud read more

The Kale Chaat was to die for. We also ordered the cashew curry and honestly, I think I got a little too brave with the spice level. It was so spicy that I couldn't taste the flavor of the curry. Will give it another shot next time! Overall delicious and great service and ambiance! read more

Dancing Yak - The Kale Chaat - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

I dined at the Dancing Yak with a large group, and I was incredibly impressed by the excellent food and the team's hospitality. Since our group was quite large (~20 people), we were presented with a fixed menu, served family-style, of the greatest hits - including spicy cauliflower, kale chaat, momos, butter chicken, saag paneer (to name a few). Each dish was presented beautifully and balanced the other dishes in terms of flavor and texture. We started off the meal with the refreshing watermelon feta salad, which was followed in quick succession by the kale chaat, chili chicken/paneer, and momos. While it's difficult to choose a favorite, I really enjoyed the kale chaat - the combination of creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors, plus the crispiness of the kale was superb. Our main dishes included the butter chicken, baigun tarkari-roasted eggplant, saag paneer, and aloo cauli. These dishes were harmonious together, and I soaked up every last ounce of sauce with garlic naan. Our server brought out a coconut-cardamom-rose flavored dessert (I didn't quite catch the name), which was the perfect way to end the meal on a sweet note. I had such a wonderful meal and can't wait to come back. read more

See all

we ordered takeout and enjoyed our meal very much! we got the Kale Chaat, chicken momos, Butter Chicken, and plain naan. the chaat was so crispy and flavorful, probably my favorite. the momos were juicy and generous with the meat. the butter chicken had a generous portion of chicken, and the sauce was smooth and creamy read more

Dancing Yak - Kale Chaat, chicken momos, Butter Chicken, plain naan - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

This spot was highly rate on yelp so had to give it a try and it did not disappoint! The interior is beautifully decorated and we were seated immediately. The servers were friendly, attentive and very welcoming. We ended up staying a bit past close and they didn't rush us to finish up or leave. We ordered the avalanche in everest and it was so refreshing with unique flavors. The chicken momos are an absolute must -- served with a sauce and some chili flakes on the side. These were juicy, flavorful and delicious. For our main, we ordered butter chicken and garlic naan. The curry was so yummy and chicken was tender. Each garlic naan was cut into 4 pieces, these were really good but not as soft as I would have liked. Still tasted amazing with the curry! 100% recommend and will be back soon :) read more

See all

The food here was absolutely delicious -- every dish we tried was flavorful and well-prepared. The only downside was the service, which felt surprisingly slow even though there weren't many people seated inside. It seemed like the staff was a bit overwhelmed or distracted at the time, but I'm hopeful this was just a one-off experience. Overall, I really enjoyed the food and the ambiance, and I would definitely like to give this place another chance. With such great dishes, I think it's worth coming back to see if the service improves. read more

Fantastic food, though the Cashew Curry was bland. (They almost lost a star there -- I would give 4.5 stars if I could.) The Samosa Soup was delicious, and an interesting concoction with actual Samosas chopped up in the soup. The Vegan Momos were wonderfully spicy. The Garlic Naan was the best I've ever had! Crispy and airy and chewy and super garlicky. The Mango Lassi was good as well. We were the only ones there around lunch time. They just recently opened up for lunch, so they need to get the word out. The service seemed a tad slow, which was odd since the place was empty. But they were courteous and helpful. Overall, highly recommended. read more

See all

Came here to try a restaurant with a friend! This was my first time having Nepalese food!! I enjoyed the ambiance, lighting, decor, and vibes of the restaurant! Moreover, the service was great, and the servers were attentive. The restaurant itself is located in the Mission, relatively close to various public transport. As for the food, my friend and I got the kale chaat and onion naan to share. We each got our own momos and I opted for pork. Food summary: Pork momos I think the pork momos were so pretty in color, and it definitely had a good taste - a solid 8/10. Onion naan I also enjoyed the onion naan, which also had a good flavor and was buttery! I'd give it a solid 9/10. Kale chaat This was my favorite dish of the night. I was surprised at first that it was cold, but this was my first time having chaat of any kind, so I didn't know what to expect. The flavors combined seamlessly - from the yogurt to the crispy kale. I enjoyed the dish thoroughly - a 10/10. Overall, I enjoyed this restaurant, and I loved being able to try these three dishes- all of which was my first time eating these! :) read more

See all

My first time trying Nepalese food, and I'm super pleased! The service was very quick, as well. The mango lassi is creamy and sweet, and the momos were delicious and soupy! I asked if they could make the goat curry spicy, and they were happy to do so. read more

Dancing Yak - Momos and mango lassi - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California

See all

Ideally, I'd give this place a 4.5/5. We went for dinner on a weekday around 6 pm when it wasn't very busy, but the place filled up quickly within half an hour. The restaurant has a spacious indoor dining area with a separate area for private group dining and bar seating. Service was prompt and friendly throughout our meal. Our server was attentive and even corrected a small error in our bill with a sincere apology. We started with the Kale Chaat, which was a delightful explosion of flavors - minty, sweet, and tangy. The crispy kale was perfectly balanced with the yogurt, mint, tamarind, and other toppings. We could have easily ordered another round! The Chicken Momos were juicy and flavorful, although not spicy. The accompanying sauce was a good complement. The Daal Makhni was decent, but I wished it had a slightly creamier texture. However, the Mixed Veggie Tikka Masala was truly amazing - rich, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Overall, The Dancing Yak offers a lively atmosphere, excellent service, and a menu with several standout dishes. I highly recommend it for a casual and enjoyable dining experience read more

See all

From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with the warmest smiles and such a welcoming atmosphere it instantly set the tone for a beautiful evening. We came here to celebrate our mother's birthday, and the team made it feel truly special from start to finish. The drinks were fantastic I tried the Spicy Yeti, and wow... perfectly refreshing with just the right kick. Every dish we ordered was just as impressive: the Fish Tae's, pork belly, lamb skewers... all packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. And you absolutely cannot leave without trying the shapta it's a must! Everything from the service to the food was so well managed, and you can really feel the care they put into the experience. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for great food, drinks, and genuinely kind people. We'll definitely be back! read more

Great service and food, with nice portions. Had the Daal Phat with goat curry, which includes generous portions of greens, lentils, rice, spicy cauliflower, plus cucumber, carrot, and potatoes. Pretty filling. read more

Dancing Yak - Daal Phat with goat curry, including rice, greens, lentils, and spicy cauliflower plus a mango lassi. - Himalayan/Nepalese Near Me - San Francisco, California