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Abu Salim Middle Eastern Grill

4.5 (536 reviews)
ModerateHalal, Falafel, Arabic
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Good for groups

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Falafel Wrap
Sara B.

Beautiful restaurant, loved the seating and open area. However, the food is so bland. The falafel wrap was very dry, and lacked flavor. Felt like I was eating nothing, to be frank. Dolmas were also bland unfortunately. The mint tea didn't taste house made, tasted like brisk poured into a cup. I really wanted to like this place as it was our first time, shame the food was so disappointing.

Babaganoush (right), à la carte to the beef kabob plate
Jennifer O.

My son's dined in at a birthday party and we did takeaway from this colorful restaurant that's been a staple of the Haight Street dining scene for as long as I can remember. I ordered the Beef Kefta Kebab plate ($24.99) and it was large enough to split into two meals with delicious Arabic salad, saffron rice and hummus. I thought the flavors were complex but the Kefta tasted tough and slightly mealy. Stacking my fork with hummus moistened the beef's texture and made it a more perfect bite. My son had the lamb kabob plate and said it was great - and he appreciates good food. He and I both enjoyed the babaganoush though I was surprised that less than a pint was $14.99. We ordered it but I grumped to myself "why so pricy?" (Note: Looking online at other Middle Eastern restaurants' menus, they're all charging nearly the same amount for this dish so perhaps tahini has skyrocketed in price, I don't know.) Service was polite though I'm sure they're warmer and more effusive if you dine in. I've always felt a joyful, welcoming hospitality dining at Middle Eastern restaurants and this time, we were at Abu Salim strictly for takeout. I would return for a true experience dining in to see if they can match other of my favorite Middle Eastern spots.

Menu as of 5/18/26
Cindy C.

Great service and portions. Large windows open to the outside, lets in fresh air and positive energy.

Three different kabob-s
Ray L.

My son and I worked up quite an appetite thrift shopping the other day. My son follows a gluten free diet so our choices are always limited. Walking past Abu Salim , we reviewed their menu and decided to give this place a shot. We are so glad we did because we had a fantastic experience. For lunch, my son orders the kabob plate combo that came with a chicken, lamb , and beef kabob. This plate was enough for two people ,and included rice and a salad (cucumber and tomato). The chicken kabob was my favorite of the three as it was juicy and so tender. The lamb had a nice char to it but was a little tougher to eat. At a price point of around 30.00 , I feel like this combo plate was a good value for the money. As for myself, I ordered the beef kafta wrap with humus and tahini sauce on the side- instead of in the wrap. While good, it didn't compare to my son's dish. This restaurant is firmly on my radar the next time I am doing some vintage /thrift shopping. The staff were nice, the food was delicious, and the price point was fair. Great job Abu Salim- we will be back!

Marie B.

Great Mediterranean spot on Haight. Went here after some serious vintage shopping on a Sunday and got the chicken shawarma plate with hummus, rice, and salad and pita. Got the falafel as an appetizer and there were so many (a bit dense) we couldn't finish them! The shawarma was so soft and fresh with the rice and hummus. I just wish we got a bit more hummus as a side but alas! The inside is casual and well decorated.

Kunafa
Tanya D.

I'm always trying to find delicious middle eastern food in SF and this place has now easily become one of my favorites. When you walk in it has a really good vibe. The man behind the counter told us to seat ourselves and he would come with menus shortly. We ordered the veggie combo plater and the chicken kabob plate. And the kunafa for dessert. Everything was so delicious and service was great. A big plus was the Arabic music they were playing. 5 STARS!!! I will definitely be back soon :)

Chicken Shawarma Wrap and peach soda
Kay O.

I've been to this particular, Mediterranean spot a handful of times and it's always the same personable, quaint, service that is rather quick!! I love their chicken, Shawarma wrap, and that peach soda!! If it's not broken, don't fix it!! I really need to try something else though!! The people that work there seem to like their jobs. Also, I hear them talking and laughing as they work! One night I was there as they played their cultural music. One gentleman taught another server how to dance it was cute to see them Dancing as they cleaned the tables where people had just left. Lol I love watching cultural dancing so it was like my own little entertainment since I was dining alone that night. They offered to teach me how to dance as well but I politely declined. Lol. I will definitely go back again and I need to try a new dish because the food they have thus far is delicious and I heard a bunch of regulars always come there since the surfers greeted them by name! I love to see the community in action!!

Plate Of Rice
Ilianna B.

Wanted to try a new restaurant for a quick bite and wanted to give Abu a try after always passing by it and seeing it busy. The service was good, tentative and friendly. The decor was inviting and the seating was good for a walk in couple. The food was decent overall. The chicken shawarma wrap was good--I added tahini sauce, rice, and red sauce on my own which made it great. The rice wasn't my favorite, and overall flavors were mild. The falafels are delicious and a reorder. I'm happy I gave this place a try but not sure if i'd come back.

Super yummy! I got the chicken shawarma fries and it was a great serving size for the price.

Baklava Milkshake
Cameron C.

This place is a must try!!! The vegetarian combo was fantastic. Great for two people to share. I would recommend ordering two stuffed falafels as well. [dip, crisp and cronch] The mixture of dips and freshly made falafels put this place on top of my favorite Mediterranean spots. The food came out extremely quickly and the service was very friendly. Windows are wide open to watch the bustling neighborhood. I highly recommend the Turkish coffee and Baklava milk shake as they are both extremely unique and delicious!

Beef & Lamb Shawarma Plate
Ying Z.

Always quality! Love this place. The staff are always so incredibly friendly and treat me like family. I usually get the shwarma wrap or the plate. Big portions. So gas. I love their homemade hot sauce. Perfect for takeout and also dine-in. Love going to Abu Salim for a lunch or a quick dinner.

Vegetarian Combo Plater
Serina A.

My go-to middle eastern restaurant! Everything is fresh and cooked right. The sauces are unique and done well (the green onion sauce is my favorite). The portions are HUGE and great for sharing. I recommend EVERYTHING, but now every time I go I just get their VEGETARIAN COMBO PLATTER. Just try this restaurant, please, they're the best in the area. I promise you that!

Fried Eggplant & Cauliflower (V)
Kimberly J.

Yes, the food photos of shawarma and Middle Eastern desserts outside of the restaurant caught our attention and drew us in for lunch. We were greeted by the bustling staff, who seated us right away, cleaned the table and brought menus water and olives. The restaurant itself has a ton of personality, with desert scenes painted on the walls and Middle Eastern music playing. I loved the fried cauliflower and eggplant, which was nicely roasted and seasoned. My stuffed falafel was shaped as a cute flower. Crispy outside, and perfectly done. Definitely noting this place for a future visit. Highly recommend!

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The food amazing! The service great and fast! Ambiance great! It is a must try place when you are in San Francisco!!

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Great service and food. I had the falafel wrap and they immediately made fresh falafels for my sandwich. Will be back.

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Excited to hear that Old Jerusalem is being reincarnated. Are any items gluten free? Obviously not bread/wraps, but what about rice plates etc?

Yes I believe so. Their hummus, babaganouj, many of their kebabs seemed gluten free. But this is not explicit in the menu. All they mention is that all their meal is halal. Barring pita, fattoush, desserts, you may be able to substitute with their… Read more

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We've come across and heard about Old Jerusalem before and felt like having middle eastern food…read moretonight, so we took a chance and tried them out. When we arrived at around 7:30 pm, there were tables available. It's a comfortable cafe-like restaurant with mural paintings on the wall. Service was friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, the food wasn't as good as the ambiance and waitstaff. ***OUR PICKS*** BEEF SHAWERMA ENTREE ~ the beef was overly salted, saffron rice was ok, hummus was really thick, like peanut butter. My guy ordered this and thought it was average. 3/5 LAMB SHISH KEBAB WRAP ~ this was my dish. I ate one half of the wrap and it only held two cubes of lamb meat. The lettuce and tomatoes made the wrap bland. The meat was seasoned, but everything was plain, so it needed more seasoning. Honestly, this was missing flavor! I'll have to add something to it when I eat the rest of this wrap at home. 2.5/5 HALF ROASTED CHICKEN AND RICE ~ Our friend ordered this dish. It needed more sumac. This tasted like plain roasted chicken. Maybe it needs more seasoning while marinating. It wasn't dry, so that's a relief. Rice was ok and it wasn't dry or soggy. 3.5 We've been spoiled and have had better food in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Nothing stood out for any of us. Prices are a bit high for what you get. Sadly, probably won't be back.

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