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    Mama's Luncheonette

    4.2 (346 reviews)
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    Dogs allowed

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    Ceasar salad chicken wrap
    Karen T.

    I was nearby and just remembered Mamas was good the first time I tried it a year ago. I got their famous chicken wrap, but honestly I don't get the crazy hype haha. It was ok, a salad in a wrap, dressing was good but not amazing! I think last time it was the breakfast burrito that I liked more! Great staff!

    Caesar salad wrap
    Megan S.

    Love stopping into Mama's for a quick lunch. I got the classic caesar salad wrap and it hit the spot. Good lemon flavor on the chicken and lots of parmesan. There is usually a line but it goes quick. There are like 4 tables so not a lot of seating. Great quick lunch!

    Breakfast burrito and orange cream coffee
    Sang Yoon K.

    Best breakfast burrito I have ever tried. Do yourself a favor and add the $3 brisket. The wet eggs and avocado combo and the crispy edges of tortilla were very delicious. You can probably the orange cream coffee though, it wasn't bad but the burrito was pretty rich already so maybe a soda or something more light would've balanced the early morning meal! Definitely would introduce this spot to friends.

    Chicken Caesar Wrap, Tater tot and Strawberry Lemonade
    Vianca Maree Q.

    Me and my bf tried this food spot today. It's like a hole in the wall food spot where you just order your food then they will take it out to you. There's a couple of tables and chairs outside by the side of the street. We ordered the Chicken Caesar Wrap, Tater Tots and Strawberry Lemonade. The wrap was good, there was plenty of sauce in the wrap that it did not taste dry. The tater tots pretty good as well, it comes with some seasoning on it which made it better. I was worried that it was just plain. Overall we rated it at 8-8.5 out of 10. It's a quick bite and heavy enough to satiate our appetite while we walk around.

    Linh P.

    Came here to try their Chicken Caesar wrap! There's only street parking, but we were lucky to find a parking spot right in front! It's a small little shop that only has outside seating. The outdoor seating is a small table and 2 chairs, so not a good place for groups. The chicken Caesar wrap was good and came with so much filling. My husband and I shared one wrap and it filled us up. The chips that came with it was very good and crunchy too!

    Exterior of the building
    Donovan H.

    After seeing a ton of social media posts on IG/TikTok about "Mama's Luncheonette", I just had to give this wildly popular San Francisco Halal brunch/lunch spot a try. Located on Buchanan St. and adjacent to Union St. in the heart of the Marina District, this place has been serving delicious breakfast & lunch options ever since mid-2024. The menu is very limited but I always say that simpler is better; especially with better consistency. However, they are only open Wednesday through Friday from 9am-2:30pm, weekends from 8:30am-2:30pm, and closed Monday/Tuesday. I came here during the afternoon on Saturday 2/14/2026 at around 1:00pm. I will say that when arriving here, especially on the weekends to expect a long wait in line. Keep in mind that this place has no indoor seating as the interior layout only has space for a few customers to place their order. However, they do have a few outdoor tables you can sit at (which is what I did during my visit). I would just prepare yourself taking your food to-go and with relaxing spots such as Fort Mason & Marina Greens, this can truly be the perfect vibe when the weather is on your side. As I mentioned earlier, the menu is quite limited but very effective. Breakfast options consist of breakfast burritos while lunch options include a few different wraps. They also carry at least half a dozen refreshing drinks to pair up well with your food. Since I was craving a wrap, I went with their #1 top seller, their "Chopped Caesar Salad Wrap". This wraps consists of lemon pepper crushed chicken, chopped lettuce, fresh croutons, homemade Caesar dressing, and a dusting of parmesan cheese. Every wrap also comes with a side of smoked paprika chips. Even though this place was crazy busy, total time of when I paid to when I received my food took about 7 minutes. Everything came in a convenient to-go paper box. I will say that the wrap is quite generous and even enough to feed two people for a light snack. As for the taste, it was absolutely delicious with a ton of chicken embedded in the wrap. The cheese and Caesar dressing really hit the spot as this is one of the better wraps I've tried. I also wanted to add that the portability factor make this wrap a great option when you're on the go and I see why this place hits the spot for a lot of people. The only reason why this isn't a five-star rating was the price is a bit higher than some of the major competition as $18 can be a bit steep for someone wanting a quick meal. All in all, "Mama's Luncheonette" is a spot I definitely recommend if you haven't been. San Francisco has and continues to be a focal point for some of the best food in the country. And this place is no exception. Service here was great while my wrap exceeded my expectations. With an effective limited menu, excellent Halal food options, and an overall pleasant experience, I am giving this small business an above average four star rating.

    Chicken caesar wrap
    Judy L.

    I've been wanting to try Mama's Luncheonette ever since hearing so many great reviews about their Caesar wrap. My partner and I stopped by on Valentine's Day around 11:20am. There was a line but it moved fairly quick. I ordered the chicken Caesar wrap, while my partner ordered the Mama's burrito with turkey bacon. I really enjoyed the Caesar wrap, the portion of chicken was generous, the sauce was flavorful, and it felt light overall. The only downside was the croutons were a bit soggy. If they were crispy, it would've been a 10/10. The Mama's burrito was also yummy. They weren't stingy either the turkey bacon. Everything paired well together, and the sauce made it even better. I'd definitely come back again. There weren't many tables out front, so we ate on the side, which wasn't an issue at all. The service was friendly and fast too!

    Chicken Caesar wrap with paprika chips  Fries  Cauliflower wrap
    Shirin B.

    Had to come check out this lunch spot by the Marina after all the hype it's been getting! My vegetarian friend loved her cauliflower wrap (their vegetarian options are limited but they usually have at least one on the lunch menu). My chicken caesar wrap was delicious! If you like Caesar salad then you'll definitely enjoy this wrap, it was the perfect amount of dressing and the flavor was on point. Definitely get the fries on the side and they also have fun drinks. Parking sucks here but if you're able to get a spot and come during their hours it's worth the visit.

    Caesar wrap
    Brandy G.

    The amount of times I have ALWAYS wanted to come out here to try this and I finally did! I'm so happy I was able to finally try this place with how delicious it was and how simple it is to order here! Parking this day was an absolute nightmare with how much rain was pouring down. There isn't much parking on the street this place is on because of the driveways for each home. The downside here is there is not seating inside or out. However the food here is absolutely worth getting. The way these wraps look on TikTok are absolutely insane and live up to the hype! 10/10 perfection!

    Caesar Salad Wrap
    Kylie N.

    Hearing all the raves about how good this place was, I had to try it myself. It was easy to find, but the location is small so don't expect to have your family going in to order. Service was great, the person who took our order made sure to double check with us that our order was right and offered us water cups. Love that! We got the Caesar Salad Wrap ($18) and Tater Tots ($5). Lowkey, I enjoyed it but we spent 40 mins at the psychic down the street, so the food was a bit cold when I got the chance to actually eat it. Being in SF, I fear the price is what you'd expect, so it wasn't shocking when the total came out. I fear this place does deserve the attention, but at the same time, it's just another place that sells a caesar salad wrap. The tater tots were good, very seasoned, but it got to the point where I felt like I was held against my will eating pounds of salt.

    Chicken Caesar wrap w/ paprika chips
    Janny W.

    One of the better chicken Caesar wraps I've had. The portion is generous and the flavors are solid, though I would've loved a bit more parmesan. I wasn't a huge fan of the paprika chips that came with it. I'd definitely come back to try their breakfast sandwiches!     Service was friendly, no seatings available. It's a very small shop so expect a line and about a 15-20 minute wait after ordering.  Tip: took us almost 30 minutes to find parking! Try taking uber or muni if you can.

    Chopped chicken Caesar salad wrap
    Anisha K.

    Mama's Luncheonette was a great find! I tried the chicken Caesar wrap and honestly, it was the best Caesar wrap I've had in a while, super flavorful, well-balanced, and really saucy. I do think I would've loved a bit more crunch in it, but overall it was still very, very good. I do wish I had timed my visit differently because I've heard amazing things about their breakfast wrap and lamb wrap and would've loved to try those too. Just a heads up: they don't make any grilled wraps until after noon, and the breakfast wrap is only available until noon so plan accordingly! Definitely a spot I want to come back to and explore more of the menu. Staff was very friendly! It's a small spot so plan for pick up and maybe eating at a park or they have a few tables in front of the spot.

    Katrina C.

    There is always a long line at Mama's Luncheonette. We do not mind waiting because the food is always so good. We love this place and keep coming back for more. It is definitely worth the wait every time!

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    Really yummy! Had never heard of this spot but glad we found it! Shared the Turkish breakfast for 2…read moreand the pancakes. We knew it would be too much food but it was good. That sausage was to die for. Next time we'd get the sandwich which they recommended and maybe a side of pancakes because it's pretty sweet with all the toppings! Cute spot great ambiance and service

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    Wow wow wow. I have unlocked a new favorite cuisine…read more We ordered the Platha & Dip, the Tea Leaf Salad, the Burmese Style Curry with Beef, the Garlic Noodles with Chicken, and the coconut Rice. Wow!!!! I would highly highly recommend everything we ordered, besides the Garlic Noodles which were just alright. The Platha & Dip! Amazing appetizer oh god. We ate it immediately and had to order two more for the table. The platha is so well made and the dip is so delicious. Must get!! Salads are usually so unremarkable, but I'm still thinking about the Tea Leaf Salad even a week later. I never remember a salad I've eaten but this is such a great salad. Must get!! The Burmese curry was so so flavorful! So rich, its a flavor bomb in your mouth. Must Get!! The garlic noodles were just okay. Don't get me wrong, they were pretty good, but just fell short in comparison to all the other amazing dishes we had! I wish we ordered something else instead because their other dishes seemed much more unique and distinct. I'm usually not a fan of rice but their coconut rice was great! Also very flavorful and great texture. We were a party of six so we got a reservation beforehand. Service was great, everything was great. I'm definitely coming again and telling everyone I know to eat here.

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    4.0
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    Parking structure right next door makes parking easy...or you can find parking on the street…read more Service is quick and fresh. Location is small which makes it perfect for grab and go. But they have tables and seats to eat there as well. Their wings are to die for! Bar always raves about how these are better than Wing Stop...the spicy lemon proper is the best! And their ranch is really good! Brother location in Fremont.

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    3.4 mi
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    Old Jerusalem is so yummy! Our eyes were differently bigger than our stomachs. We ordered the…read moreStuffed Falafel, Mosabaha, Meat Combo, Mousakhan, and Kunafa. There was complimentary bread which was insanely good and fluffy and warm plus tahini and an onion tomato sauce I think along with radishes and olives. We are not olive ppl sadly but I tried one and it was pretty okay. The service was great and all the servers were super attentive and accommodating. The Stuffed falafel was so good and huge 1 is enough for 2 people. The mosabaha was very refreshing and so good. The meat combo was good overall and everything was very herbally spiced, I wasn't impressed by the lamb tho but the kebab, hummus, and chicken were great! I haven't had Mousakhan before so not sure how it should taste but to me it was sweet and savory with really well cooked chicken. I honestly felt pretty healthy overall cause I was eating hella veggies and everything tasted so fresh. The kunafa was good we got it crispy and was yummy imo but was a lil oily (I think this is normal tho). Arab food isn't really spicy but it is spiced and very herbal which I felt in the food here, I appreciate that chili sauce is provided for the spice lovers. Overall, would highly recommend. It was about $100ish for everything and they recently increased their prices but tbh the portion sizes are huge and I feel like it is so worth it we had hella leftovers. If we had 4 ppl instead of 2 it would've been perfect portions for everyone.

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