I visited a Mongolian restaurant and it was actually really good. They had a special Mongolian barbecue cuisine that I'd only seen on YouTube before, so I finally got a chance to try it. The portion size was generous, the food tasted amazing, and for only $23, the price was definitely reasonable. Glad I tried it! read more

Naadam - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

It was my first time here. It's a very clean and cute little restaurant, but unfortunately, I don't think I'll be coming back. They don't have a lot of options on the menu. I wanted to order the lamb shank, and I thought it was a little strange that it didn't mention coming with bread, rice, or salad. I asked the lady taking my order whether it came with anything, but she couldn't understand English. I tried to ask her with my body language, still nothing . I told her I needed to speak with someone who could understand me. I said English , English . Another lady came over and spoke a little English, I asked the same question and after some back-and-forth, I didn't understand whatever she explained. I asked her if the price would still be the same as listed on the menu, and she said yes. Then she asked, "Is it cheap?" I said, "I never said it was cheap." She laughed and walked away. The food eventually came, but honestly, it was not what I expected, and I wasn't impressed with it. I understand that San Francisco, and California in general, are very diverse places, and I appreciate that. But if you're working in a customer-facing restaurant, I do think there should be at least enough basic English communication to take an order and answer simple questions. The language barrier made the whole experience unnecessarily frustrating. Unfortunately, I won't be coming back. The price also was not exactly as it was listed . read more

Went here with my husband the other day to celebrate Naadam happening in Mongolia and it was a pretty good experience. The milk tea was complimentary and very delicious. For our meals, I ordered the huitsai which is a glass noodle dish with veggies and meat and my husband ordered the tsuivan, the fried noodle dish. The huitsai was really good and everything was made fresh as we had to wait a while. The only drawback was it was a bit too oily. My husband really enjoyed the tsuivan but again I thought it was a bit too oily for my taste and there was really only one piece of meat that was substantial in the dish. Some of the other pieces had cartilage or large pieces of fat still attached which can be typical in some Mongolian dishes but it's not my preference. Overall, it was a decent experience and each dish came with good portions so I may return though it was a bit expensive but typical for SF. read more

Naadaam is easy to miss as it's in a random alleyway in Chinatown. However, it is 100% worth the journey for the khorkhog and the general vibes of the restaurant. You get complimentary Mongolian milk tea, which is subtlety creamy with a salty and savory aftertaste. At Thursday 6 PM there was no wait for a table, food took around ~30 minutes. This was understandable as there was an older lady operating as both the chef and waiter. Dare I say, it was even more impressive as she made the MOST TENDER lamb I've ever had with the khorkhog. I've never had a lamb in which the fat MELTS and the meat just falls apart in your mouth. It's a comforting dish with hot stone underneath lightly charring the carrots, potatoes, and squash of the dish. There's a dumpling-like pastry on the side. The spices were relatively mild, as the meat did all the work. We also ordered the buuz, which are Mongolian soup dumplings. I would describe them similar to Chinese Xiao long bao, but rather than having a deep pork broth taste, it's savory and a bit more salty. The dumpling skin was a little thicker than my preference. The coleslaw that went with it was delicious and zesty though! The restaurant is adorned with Mongolian pride, with horse saddles, background music of Mongolian fiddle/zither, photos of Mongolian wrestlers and historical figures. All of the other menu items seemed so mouthwatering, definitely worth coming again! read more

Naadam - Knorkhog - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing Mongolian food that is mostly Lamb or Beef based, authentically served by Mongolian folks. Very reasonable priced and generously served. Loved all the little cultural details in the decorations and design of the restaurant, Mongolian music played in the background. The experience is immersive! Love the food, it tastes hearty, and similar to the Muslim and Mongolian cuisine that are served in China in general. My favorite dish is Khorkhog, the lamb meat and veggies grilled in the hot stone, a little charred, super tasty! Highly recommend, this is my first time ever dine in a Mongolian restaurant, I truly enjoyed this experience esp. from San Francisco. read more

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First time trying Mongolian food! It's a small hole in the wall but very cozy. We came on a busy night, so service was slow. We waited around 30 min for our food to arrive. Food was tasty though. Great for some comfort food. The beef dumplings in veggie soup was amazing. Broth was very rich in flavor. We also got the beef goulash, which tasted similar to a shepherd's pie with the mashed potato. Meat was incredibly tender and basically melts in your mouth. The Mongolian milk tea is actually salty/savory which I was not expecting. I wasn't used to the saltiness in my drink but was cool to try. Some tables even got their drinks served in ornate gold pitchers. read more

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Cozy little place offering authentic Mongolian food (not "Mongolian" BBQ) just a block away from Chinatown. The menu looks very interesting and what I tried was quite delicious. Service was a bit chaotic though, so don't be shy about grabbing your own utensils as needed. Khuushuur: Piping hot fried bread filled with a thin layer of minced meat. There was definitely more dough than meat, so the meatless edges were nice to dip into the soup too. Streamed Bun: Big chunk of minced meat instead a doughy bun. More hearty food! Piroshki: These were like the khuushuur, but thicker and with more filling. I kinda liked this more, since there was more meat involved. Huitsaa Soup w/ Steamed Bun: This was one hearty soup! I could totally see this warming you up and filling your belly on a chilly Mongolian winter day. There were a bunch of different types of meats from slices to jagged minced meatballs. Everything was delicious and I loved the big spoon. The steamed bun (just dough, no meat) was nice to dip in the soup and soak up the delicious broth. Lamb Dumpling Soup: This soup was the perfect balance of everything. Whereas the Huitsaa was yummy, it felt very veggie heavy. Here the bite sized lamb dumplings give it a nice heft. Plus there's bits of meat it in too. No need for any sort of bread on the side. It was just the right amount for lunch. Tsuivan: These are the heartiest noodles I've ever had! The dough is thick and chewy. There's lots of meat bits and potatoes. I could see this keeping you warm on a cold Mongolian night. Tefteli: Didn't really seem like a tomato cream sauce, as stated on the menu. Was more like a brown sauce. Also, only two meatballs and they were huge! Tasty, but not what I was expecting. read more

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This review is for take out only. I wanted to try more Mongolian dishes and after asking aroubd, this place was recommended. Buuz (meat dumplings) was just a meatball in steamed bun. Not my favorite. Loved the Khuushuur (fried flat meat pastry) and Tsuivan (noodles). Very filling for these cold rainy days. read more

Naadam - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I finally have dibs on Mongolian food before New Year's Eve. It's been awhile since I tried the Mongolian version of hot pot. At Naadam, it's rare to see a Mongolian eatery that's within the Financial District. This one have hearty meals and salty milk tea. Might swing by to Naadam for another hearty dish with salty milk tea as complimentary for dining in. What's so good about tsuivan? It's generous portion made with mountain of stir fry noodles, vegetables, and any shredded meat of choice. I chose mostly veggie; but the moment I take some of the rich looking dish, I knew it's too filling for me. Therefore, I took three fourth of its portion home for takeout. Every time I see portions like that, it reminds me of how much the Mongols eat so much before intense battles and great competitions. As for the milk tea in its big pitcher, anyone other than myself must be strong enough to lift and pour unless I have an owner to pour one for me. The milk tea I tried was just as plain as warm cow's milk with a touch of salt. Naadam is one eatery excellent for those who're deeply peckish. Other than borscht and piroshki that's made from Russia, tsuivan is one main dish that'll help me remember it as a Mongolian national dish. The way it's decorated with paintings and traditional materials, Naadam made me feel I'm at home with the Mongols during ancient times. read more

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Wonderful Mongolian restaurant with authentic flavors with a very homie feel. The food portions were large and hearty. If you are a fan of lamb, this is your new favorite. Most of the dishes have lamb in them. The dumplings had thick wrapping to hold th soup and the tender meat. The stir fried noodles was enough to feed 4 people and the soup reminded me of a warm winter night in Mongolia - kidding but it was fabulous. The staff were family run and super friendly. The establishment was very cozy with Mongolian apparels and pictures. read more

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Wow, who knew Mongolian cuisine wasn't only Mongolian noodles I see at every shopping mall?? Jokes aside, we stumbled upon this place on our search for dinner from Union Square, and the authentic Mongolian sign got us in front. I was here on a Saturday around 6:30PM and they had only a couple tables open. Keep in mind this is a cozy restaurant that's a mom&pop shop/hole in the wall, so it has every possible buff for it to be authentic. Service was a little slow since they looked to have only 1 main waiter with the parents/older family members in the kitchen. The most I can say after seeing the menu is that it felt like a mix of Russian and Chinese cuisine. They had the piroshki and borsch, but also had dumplings and buns. They serve milk tea instead of water, but be warned that the milk tea is milk, tea and salt instead of sugar. We ordered a Tsuivan (beef handmade noodles) and the Khorkog (lamb shank). I like how the menu has chef's recommendations, so you get a hint of what the "unique" and good orders are. The tsuivan tasted like a unique chow mein/fun, but more with a mongolian twist. I think it's a relatively safe order, but also didn't make the chef's recommendation list for a reason...because if you're here to taste more unique flavors/orders, there are definitely better ones. It was good nonetheless; the portion size is decent since it was mainly carbs. The lamb shank was cooked on a rock, and came with potatoes and some carbs (Huitsaa) that is similar if not chinese mantou. The lamb was tender and gamey, and they do give a lot of lamb for the price. This dish is a must order if you can tolerate lamb's gamey flavor. Reminded me a lot of northern Chinese cuisine. A very homey ambiance, and with pictures of genghis khan and yurts only adds to the Mongolian culture we don't get much exposure to in the west. I feel like this place is authentic in part of how much it tastes like a mix of northern Chinese and Russian cuisine. Be mindful that it's a small place, so the max they can comfortably fit is 4 people at a table. read more

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Had some amazing Mongolian food for the first time at Naadam! This place is super cozy and the food is even more comforting. Good for groups of 2-4, and perfect for a cold and windy day. They serve Mongolian milk tea at each table, which has a flavor that is reminiscent of a creamy bone broth to me because of how subtly salty it is. - Khorkog: If you've had Daeho's kalbijjim, you'll probably really like this. The lamb was charred to perfection, and the vegetables were a nice, braised texture. We totally demolished this. - Khuushuur: A super large beef pie -- fried and crispy, yet also super juicy from the meat filling. The restaurant was packed with only one server, so it might take a minute to get what you need, but if you aren't in a rush, this place is a great deal. read more

Naadam - Khuushuur - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I am so happy this place exists. Truly one of the coziest, most comforting meals I've had in SF in a long time. It feels like being fed by someone's Mongolian auntie, big portions, real flavors, and that super grounded homestyle energy that just hits. The lamb shank was huge and fell clean off the bone. So tender and so rich. The handmade beef noodles were amazing too, stir fried and hearty with a generous amount of beef. Total comfort bowl and reminds me of the kind of cooking you get at home, not at a restaurant. Tried khuushuur for the first time and loved it. The texture was so good and the beef filling was solid. The steamed buns were massive and fluffy and delicious. The dumplings were giant and juicy which is always the dream. Everything tasted nourishing in that way where you suddenly feel warmer and happier after eating. A couple helpful things. The restaurant is new and family run so be patient with the pacing. The staff is older and very sweet. If the tables are full, come back in a bit since there's no buzzer system. Prices are great for how much food you get. There's a winter deal right now that you can add any 2-piece appetizer to your entree for only $3!!!! Insane prices!! So glad this spot is in SF. Already planning what to try next. read more

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What a fun dining experience! My friends and I were attending an event nearby and stopped at Naadam for an early dinner on a Saturday. We were surprised that the cozy restaurant was packed at 5:15! (They close at 8, fyi). Everything on the menu looked tempting. I ordered the beef goulash which was incredible - tender chunks of beef and savory gravy served over rice and mashed potatoes, with a side of pickled veggies. My dining companions ordered the huitsaa soup (beef, glass noodles, and cabbage) and a noodle dish that they both enjoyed. The huitsaa soup was very comforting on a chilly, rainy evening! As a table, we enjoyed the buuz dumplings, steamed buns, and khuushuur. The khuushuur was our favorite! The milk tea is quite salty and unlike any beverage I've experienced before. It was a unique experience! The service was friendly and helpful - we appreciated the menu recommendations. The serving size is plentiful - come hungry! Overall, this was such a fun food adventure in SF! I'll definitely be back to enjoy authentic Mongolian cuisine! read more

Food was good, but there was some miscommunication in the ordering process somewhere and we got some different dishes than what we ordered. The three of us came for dinner on Thursday around 6:30 pm and it wasn't too crowded. As soon as we sat down, we were greeted with a pot of milk tea in a fancy silver pot. We were curious about it but unfortunately none of us liked it as 1) it was salty and 2) we couldn't really taste the tea flavor, it was much more milky than anything else. I've never had Mongolian food before and was excited to give it a try. The menu is interesting, because a lot of the dishes had a western/Russian influence, like borscht soup and shepherd's pie. We asked the server what she recommended as it was our first time, and she recommended the khuushur and the beef handmade noodles (tsuivan). We shared the following dishes: Chicken khuushuur Beef handmade noodles / tsuivan ($16.99) Shepherd's pie ($16.99) Lamb shank ($18.99) We ordered chicken khuushuur, but based on what we got, I'm pretty sure we got regular chicken dumplings instead, since it came with 10 pieces rather than the 5 khuushuur that we ordered. They were very stuffed dumplings and were delicious, but I was disappointed we weren't able to try the khuushuur as that was recommended by the server. The beef noodles had good wok hei taste but unfortunately were super bland. I didn't eat much of them during the meal for this reason. I wasn't a huge fan until I took the leftovers home and added some salt and soy sauce as I was reheating on the stove. Then it was good. I LOVED both the lamb shank and the shepherd's pie though. The lamb shank was super tender and the shepherd's pie was flavorful. It's interesting that they come with both mashed potatoes and rice though. I guess that's the Asian influence coming in XP Where they got another one of our orders wrong was when they brought out something (possibly the tefteli?) when we were expecting shepherd's pie. We were super confused and flagged down our server to let them know. They took it back and brought out our shepherd's pie soon afterwards, but I'm not sure why they got that wrong... Portions are very generous here. We only paid ~$30 per person after tax and tip and walked away with a good amount of leftovers. However, I would recommend that their servers write down the right orders. We got 2 wrong dishes out of 4, which seems like a lot especially for a less busy night. read more

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My brothers and I finally found a spot in the city that serves some good hearty Mongolian food. It is on the same block near Out of Sight Pizza and Hinodeya, tucked away from Chinatown and the Financial District. I had the lamb dumplings (momos), beef plov, bantan, and their lamb handmade noodles (tsuivan) in this visit and they were all very good! They ran out of the large momos since there were sold out, but they gave us a bunch of the smaller dumplings instead, steamed and topped with dill. There were still very delicious with very meaty fillings for their size. The tsuivan noodles were fresh, chewy, and packed with chunks of potato and lamb. The beef plov was hearty and stacked with beef chunks and rice. My favorite dish of them all was the bantan! It was a thick, savory, porridge-like soup with mutton, rice, and tiny slivers of dough in a hearty broth. The staff were so enthusiastic about it and recommended adding lots of black pepper, and that tip really did make it even better. One of them joked it has saved his life after many hangovers, and I believe it. The prices are very fair and you get a lot of food for what you pay for. The space feels cozy with about 6 tables spread out that can seat around twenty people inside. The decor and TV showing Mongolian culture make it feel like a quick escape from the city. I will definitely be back for more once I recover from my food coma! read more

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I really enjoyed the food and the overall fun dining experience. The atmosphere is very casual and the service was friendly. read more

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I always look forward to coming here. Every time I visit, I can't leave without having their delicious suutei tsai. Every dish tastes amazing and reminds me of the flavors of home. The restaurant's atmosphere, decorations, and traditional touches make me feel like I'm back in Mongolia. My husband and I have never regretted coming here -- every visit has been special and memorable. Thank you for keeping our culture alive, creating a place that feels like home, and celebrating Naadam read more

Naadam - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Six of us walked in on a Tuesday night in February and they weren't too busy. They don't have an alcohol license but we made use of nearby corner stores. It's a little hard parsing out the 5 different dumplings on the menu, and their assigned letters/numbers don't match the photos on the walls, and the lone server speaks English with a really strong accent but is super attentive and goes out of her way to help. Bottom line was we really enjoyed our meal! * Dumplings - 4 stars. Some are quite oily. And all of them on the menu are different! Some are more fried, some more crispy, some more flat. We tried almost fall of them. * Noodle - 3.5 stars Cost was $95 total for 5 people. We had a ton of food. Super affordable. read more

The food was really good and they had great service. Everything came out hot and fresh, I know some of the items require more effort to make but it was all really good. The ambiance was really good too, very authentic! read more

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Fast and friendly service, delicious dumpling soup, steamed bun (bao) and pickled vegetables in a nice, clean Mongolian-themed decor and music. Looking forward to try other items from the menu. read more

Naadam - Dumpling Soup combo/special with two steamed buns and pickled slaw - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food is good, but not great. Some food was not hot enough when serving to us. The waitress's English is very limited and caused some misunderstanding (so we had to reorder everything when we tried to make a small change to original order). Long waiting for getting our food. read more

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Naadam is one of few restaurants offering authentic Mongolian cuisine in a boldly-decorated traditional setting. We were started with cups of hot milk tea, which was fragrantly spiced, savory, and unctuous (a bit of an acquired taste). To eat, we started with the Mongolian Buuz Dumplings, a plate of steamed dumplings with a dense ground beef filling. The Huitsaa Soup was an oily broth with cabbage, onions, glass noodles, beef meatballs, and beef slices, topped with scallions and served with two steamed buns on the side. Perhaps the most unique dish was the Khorkhog, real Mongolian barbecue made by slow-cooking lamb on hot stones with root vegetables including potatoes, carrots, and squash. The pieces of lamb were tender and flavorful, though many of the pieces were inedible fat. Overall, the food here was decent, though many of the dishes on the menu simply reused the same few ingredients in different combinations. The prices were also fair, but the service was super slow and inattentive and didn't even bring everything we ordered. read more

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This was my first time having Mongolian food, and all in all, I was very happy with everything we ordered! Standout dishes for me were the homemade noodles (tsuivan) and steamed dumplings. The noodles were done so well - perfectly seasoned and hearty enough to share amongst the 6 of us in our party. The dumplings were nice and bouncy, and filled with a generous amount of beef. Keep in mind that the food does take longer than other restaurants to prepare, but the wait is so worth it! Would highly recommend trying! read more

Naadam - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

As someone from Mongolia, I don't say this lightly -- this place is the real deal. The restaurant is run by very kind Mongolian couple who clearly put their heart into everything they do. The space is comfortable and welcoming, with beautiful Mongolian décor that adds a special touch. The food is authentic, very flavorful, and every dish tastes homemade -- Portions are very generous (come hungry). If you're looking for real Mongolian food, this is absolutely a place to try. read more

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Everything was so filling and tasty. I ordered the items through food delivery app and got all of my food in perfect packaging. Would love to experience the restaurant itself someday. Portions were generous. Definitely would recommend their food! read more

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Amazing foods with friendly service. I returned the next day to try different dishes. The restaurant is not very spacious, but super cozy. read more

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I've never tried Mongolian food before, so I can't speak to authenticity, but I can speak to how delicious this meal was! My partner and I split 1 homemade khuushuur, lamb dumplings, and lamb homemade noodles (tsuivan). Everything was packed with flavor. While we were there, we also enjoyed watching Mongolian music videos, which added to the experience. I'm so glad this place exists. We noticed many Mongolian patrons coming in, which makes it clear that this restaurant is an important hub for the local Mongolian community. read more

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Super hearty Mongolian cooking by a true to life mom and pop Mongolian family. So hearty, you won't be hungry for a while. The vibe is quaint and charming. It is as if you went into a Mongolian family's home, and had their home cooking. read more

Naadam - Beef handmade noodles - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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VERY unfriendly to kids we walked in for lunch with 2 toddlers. the old lady looked miserably at us. the dining area is very tight, but we pointed to an empty table that would fit our party of 5. the old lady gave an exasperated shrug and reluctantly waved her arm towards the table for us to sit down. although my kids are well-behaved, i didnt want to force the lady to serve us. we walked out and went across the street to the ramen shop. we dont have mongolian food often and this place looks good. unfortunately, we'll probably never know. read more

A wonderful treasure for Mongolian food. Authentic meat pockets and lamb shank. We will definitely be back.

Delicious authentic food and service is excellent. Will be back again when I am in town. Check it out if you are curious.

The food was really good, very rich and hearty. The khorkhog was fragrant and soft, the buuz filling was really juicy and delicious, the lapsha was very beefy and flavorful! A bit cozy and small, service is a little slow, but the food is on point. read more

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I ordered takeout, as I was looking forward to trying Mongolian food. I'm not that familiar with the cuisine itself but some items were familiar like borscht, momos, and shepherds pie. I ordered the goulash, noodles, and the 10 piece dumplings. Again, not so familiar with the cuisine but it was super homey and comfort food. The goulash was very tender, definitely reminded me of beef stew. The noodles were good, a bit on the dry side for me, but I had never had that dish before. The dumplings were great. The flavors were more of a gentle profile, I saw some condiments on the tables so I wonder what kinds they were and if I should have had them with the dishes. I'd come back if i was looking for warming comfort food! read more

Really awesome experience- never really had Mongolian food and was really impressed by the ambience, customer service, and food! We ordered the beef noodle, soup with dumpling combo with the two fried dumplings They even gave a sample of their milk tea in the golden jugs (a bit salty which was super interesting). Also played some Mongolian fortune "sheep ankle" game before our meal arrived. Must try at least once! Really friendly owners. read more

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Best restaurant ever, if you are a Milk tea drinker, if you love Mongolian /Tibetan food then this is the best spot to taste homemade food. read more

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Just had Mongolian food for the first time. Tuka was amazing, she made sure I was enjoying my meal and gave me incredible service. The food is delicious. I'll be back soon for sure. read more

Naadam - Beef handmade noodles / tsuivan and khushuu - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I was surprised when I heard about a Mongolian restaurant in Chinatown (insert history joke here), but had to try it. I came in on a weekday and the place was not crowded at all. The ambiance is cozy and everything I'd want from a Chinatown restaurant. Ordered the beef dumpling soup and it did not disappoint. The portion size makes this place a definite value. Beef dumplings were excellent, and the dill really complemented the rest of the flavors. I also tried the khuushur and piroshki. For those who haven't had Mongolian, I'd say it's a cross between Russian and Chinese. If you like those you'll love this place. Honestly this place could make a business just serving the khuushur and piroshki. They are that good. I met the owner Battulga and he is as genuine as they come. Will definitely be back to support this business! read more

Naadam - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I had an authentic Mongolian Tsuivan and milk tea. I'd like to recommend this place to fellow Euro Asian community as well. read more

Naadam - Tsuivan - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

It was soo good to have girls lunch out at Naadam. Authentic Mongolian place in SF. Yummm, everything we ordered was delicious. Highly recommended. read more

Naadam - Friends with empty plate - Mongolian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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