The epitome of a five star experience. Not only are you transported by the interior design, but the food will portal you to another world. We arrived during happy hour and nearly sampled the entire happy hour menu. Of the outstanding dishes, two stood above the others, the short rib skewer and the original hummus plate. The hummus plate was a taste of absolute mastery and the sauce for the short rib skewer was nothing shy of perfection. If not for the hummus being so good, the pita would simply exist to help you sop up that sauce. On top of the excellent food, the service was extraordinary. Prompt and attentive and exuding kindness; from the head chef to the runners, those that work there are devoted to providing an experience of fine and comfortable dining. I also want to say a special thanks to the head chef for making my young son's evening. Not only did you see our needs but you took it upon yourself to see to those needs met before we even asked. When bringing your child out to a fine restaurant like Barcha, one feels worried that the atmosphere will not be welcoming to the sensitivity of your young child. You made certain that this wasn't the case for us. I've said enough--Barcha is what makes five stars shine. read more

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Came here on a weekday evening and this place was pretty full. We had a reservation and were able to get our table when our party of 3 was here. Overall, the food was just ok. I ordered a veggie hummus plate and was surprised at how little hummus and vegetables there were. For over $30, I would have expected more. I also ordered a mocktail, which was fine, and the baklava. The baklava wasn't event crispy like I'm used to. I was actually pretty disappointed because for over $80 I wasn't full or satisfied with the food. Everything was just okay. The restaurant was loud and a little crowded and not what I was expecting. Not sure I would return. The servers were difficult to flag down as well. read more

Barcha - Vegetable hummus plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Solid Mediterranean food in the Financial District. Yes, it's mainly people on business trips and business meetings, but it's still an (elevated) vibe. Octopus is delicious, as is their Trio of Spreads (D). Fish is fresh. Service was very attentive. I'll be back! read more

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Been here a few times prior to posting on Yelp and things haven't changed whether I'm here with one other person or a team of 10 Barcha has you covered. Fun Mediterranean deco and vibe to the space makes it very welcoming and comfortable. As always Tapas style wins the day for me, Mediterranean themed food with absolutely amazing flavors and top notch staff. The Moroccan Cigars and the Trio of Spreads were excellent, but the absolute winner for the evening was the Persian Tahdig (duck leg) was over the top! read more

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I've been to Barcha for dinner about two years ago and my team and I all shared a bunch of tapas. It was a positive experience and everything we ate was delicious. But my visit recently left me a bit disappointed. I tried the Persian Saffron Rice with chicken shawarma and it was delicious! It tasted fresh and the yogurt tahini blended really well with the protein and veggies. But the portion was quite small and for $31 for a rice plate, I was expecting a bit more. There was a small amount of chicken and honestly I was at least expecting more rice. The service was great though, my server was attentive and checked in on us despite the restaurant getting busy during the lunch hour on a Wednesday. It's a really nice spot overall either for a date night or lunch with coworkers but I wish for the higher price points that the portion sizes were just a bit bigger. read more

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We decided to host our Office Holiday Party at Barcha and it was a great experience. From the very beginning, Sarah the event coordinator was very communicative and answered all our questions and helped make the planning super easy. We originally were booked for the front patio, but since it was raining, they moved us inside to the Medina Space, which was a cute semi private area. But since they blocked it off, it felt very private. We ordered 5 different appetizers: roasted Brussels sprouts, beef dumplings, Morrocan cigars, chicken and speck ham croquette, and hummus with Turkish flatbreads. We had the fattoush salad as one of our four courses. For entrees, we ordered 4 to share family style: rack of lamb, seared prime rib steak, vegan kofta lamb, and falafel plate. And for dessert, we had the Meyer Lemon Meringue Tart. Overall, our experience here was amazing. The service was top notch. Everyone was so accommodating to our needs. The food was really good too! The standout for me was the rack of lamb and the vegan lamb kofta. The rack of lamb was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The vegan lamb kofta was a surprise. If you didn't know it was vegan, you wouldn't be able to tell. It had the texture of sausage and flavor was just so good. We highly recommend this place if you're looking for some amazing food and service. read more

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Barcha was amazing. Food was so flavorful. We got the spiced beef dumplings, which were so unique and nicely filled, the dip trio and lamb. Service was amazing, and the place was so nice inside. Great for a date night or business meal. Will be back read more

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Service is welcoming and friendly, food is TOP TIER. The lamb beef is so tasty. The shrimp is prob my favorite here. get the affogato! beautiful interior. So happy I work nearby - love this place!! read more

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This place is phenomenal. I came here 2x in one week. The first time was Monday and I came with a friend. We got beets, croquettes, spicy beef dumplings, octopus, and barcha hummus. The croquettes literally surprised me because they were so good. I had no idea what was about to hit me. The honey on top was unique and made it all work so well. The spicy beef dumplings again shocked me because it was so good. It's perfection. Octopus was a little tough especially at the end where it's thinner. The hummus was not special either. The second time I came here I got croquettes, beef dumplings, cigars, chicken kebab, and trio dip. The chicken kebab was amazing. Super tender and the "rice" they served it with was also amazing. The cigars were really good too even though I tend to not like lamb. I would definitely come back here at least once every time I'm in town. read more

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I really liked this dish. It was vegan and so good and the kebabs were so yummmm, esp with the broccoli and tomato. I really liked it. The restaurant is a bit in a pricier side. The derive was great, very attentive and kind people. We also tried their Barcha Hummus and the normal hummus and even that was really nice. Overall a good experience. The ambiance was great as well, we went in a sunny day and sat outside. read more

Barcha - Vegan Lamb Kofta - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Nice place for celebrations and dates. Spacious but intimate interior gives the right feel. The service is welcoming and food was great every time I visited. Was not a fan of their drinks (natural wine and non alcoholic drink I tried were not well balanced) But overall the place is worth coming back read more

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Went during lunch on a Wednesday and the place was popping. Lots of people coming and going since it's opening time at 11:30am. Was super busy. The restaurant itself was kind of tightly spaced inside. Hard to walk around with the servers also buzzing about. That being said the decor is nice. The lighting could be brighter but wasn't that must of an issue for me. The service was ok. I think our server was sooooo busy we didn't quite get water refills till the end of our meal. But once we ordered the food it came out pretty fast. The food was delicious. The Lamb cigars (basically their version of lumpia) had tender lamb meat paired with a tamarind sweet and sour sauce. Was very good. Their grain salad with added avocado was all delish. The vinaigrette was not over powering at all. I enjoyed me time here and would definitely come back! read more

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Made a reservation for a team lunch in the morning and there was availability for the same day for 7. We were seated outside in a covered area where there are heat lamps so it was a great outdoor spot while not being cold. Ordered: Classic Hummus - it's what I expected, great as a shared appetizer Barcha Hummus - came with halloumi and beets, a nice twist on a classic hummus. A little sweeter with the beets and a bit of a bite with the halloumi. Delicious, ordering this again! Persian Saffron Rice with Lamb & Beef Shawarma - the rice didn't taste super saffrony, and I thought it could use a little more flavor but when mixed with the shawarma it was fine since the shawarma was plenty flavored. Overall liked it, though I would try something else next time. Pistachio Tiramisu - delicious, but didn't taste a lot of pistachio, nice to have a little crunch but still felt more like a classic tiramisu. Great team lunch spot- would come back. Easy to book and great service. Waiter came by regularly to refill water and we got new plates for every course read more

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It had been years since I've been to Barcha, but I went back relatively recently for a work dinner. This was actually my first time here for dinner since I've only come for lunch before, and I had forgotten how beautiful the decor is inside, especially at night. Barcha definitely draws an after-work crowd (it is in FiDi, after all). It was already busy when we arrived and it just got busier from there. Good thing we had a reservation since we needed several tables put together. We shared several appetizers and desserts and everyone ordered their own drink/main. The dishes we ordered included the trio of spreads, Moroccan cigars, falafel, beets, blistered peppers, Persian tahdig (so good!), and the pistachio tiramisu. The prices feel in line with this area of SF. One downside: someone in our group was vegetarian and the main options for them felt pretty limited. Overall, it was a good experience -- a nice dinner in a convenient location -- though the crowd and energy definitely felt very "work-y." read more

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Barcha hummus 5/5 Pistachio Tiramiau 5/5 I'll be back to try not items on the menu. TO-GO order, so can't comment on the service or ambiance. read more

Barcha - Pistachio Tiramiau - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

My boyfriend took me to Barcha for Valentines Day and I am so ready to go back! We are vegetarian and left full and satisfied. Appetizers: Fattoush salad, Hummus with Halloumi, Falafel- wow! Salad was fresh and the hummus was paired well the beets. Halloumi was a little chalky but good taste. Falafel was soft and crunchy. Main: Vegan Lamb Kofta- WOW!! the kofta was nutty and toasty, and broccoli was succulent and juicy. Dessert: Pistachio tiramisu- one of the best tiramisu I have tried. Pistachio was a nice touch. Drinks: lychee martini and Spanish sangria- martini was out of the world delicious. Super light. Service was slow - it took 30 minutes for our dessert to come out after we ordered when we finished the main. Drinks took a while to come out too. Other than that, I can't wait to come back! read more

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Came here with a reservation for 9 on a Wednesday night at 6:30pm. Whole group did not need to be present to be seated. Food was amazing! For big groups I recommend ordering multiple of the same dishes so everyone has a taste instead of what we did, which was order one of everything. I personally really liked the Halloumi Cheese and Moraccan Cigar apps, and my favorite entree was the Persian Tahdig. For dessert hands down the best one was the Pistachio Tiramisu. We all had a great time, would def recommend a visit! read more

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If you're in the Financial District and craving Mediterranean cuisine, Barcha is a popular lunch spot to visit with friends or colleagues. The menu includes vegetarian-friendly options, and the hummus makes for a great shareable appetizer. I found the halloumi and chicken kebab plate perfectly satisfying. To end on a sweet note, don't skip the baklava. read more

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The food at Barsha was genuinely good, and the ambience was really nice. Unfortunately, our experience was significantly impacted by the service. Food was delicious! We basically ordered half of the menu. Heads up, portions are smaller here but super worth it. We ordered- appetizers: trio of spread 5/5 & barcha hummus 4/5 & spiced beef dumplings 5/5, crispy falafel 2/5 (not much flavor but very crispy!), lamb polpettini 3/5 (great flavor not gaimy but rather small for $17) entrees: chicken kabab 6/5 (ordered twice! yummy rice and yummy charred chicken, seafood tangine 3/5 (also super small only had one piece of shrimp, clam and a small filet of fish for $42..) For 6 people our bill came out to $320. Our party of six was very disappointed with our server. He came across as having a lot of attitude and did not seem happy to serve us at all. There was a clear lack of warmth or attentiveness throughout the meal. The most disappointing moment was when we mentioned that it was one of our guest's birthday. His response was simply "okay?" in a very dismissive, almost and why does that matter? tone. When I followed up by asking if the restaurant does anything special to celebrate, he replied "hmm idk." He did eventually come back with a cake, which we appreciated. However, when I asked him to record us singing happy birthday. He took the phone, we sang happy birthday, and we I received the phone back. He didn't record at all....especially given that it was a birthday celebration?! I really wish we had gotten his name; he was a younger guy with a beard. Overall, the food and atmosphere were great, but the service left us feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome. With better service, this could have been a much more enjoyable experience! read more

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Came here for a team dinner during a work conference and absolutely loved the vibe of this place. It's giving moody and intimate yet is large enough to accomodate our party of 11. We love sharing so we got a bunch of tapas and small plates to share. I got to try the spiced beef dumplings, moroccan cigars, crispy falafels, spanish octopus, trio spread (labneh, baba ghanoush, muhammara, bazlama), rack of lamb, and olive oil cake. I feel like we got a really good spread to try a little bit of everything that makes this spot unique. My personal favorite had to be the spiced beef dumplings. They were so flavorful and delicious, I probably could have had 20. The trio spread was also great for sharing and each of them had distinguished unique flavors. The staff here is amazing and super kind! I had asked about a cocktail that would be more on the sweeter side and they recommended the Saturn which was perfect! Parking probably would be difficult here so we were fortunate enough to be able to walk here from our hotel. read more

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Solid restaurant if you're looking for a spot to hit your Mediterranean cuisine craving and you're wandering around East Cut. The stand out dish here is definitely the Persian Tahdig! The rice is so buttery and crispy and pairs perfectly with the tender and moist duck. The only sad part is that the portions are fairly small here -- but I guess that's expected for a restaurant nestled in downtown. The service was a bit strange too. We had to remind our wait staff that we wanted to order more bread for our trio spread multiple times, and our main waiter said the Octopus dish was sold out (but proceeded to bring the dish to our table and charged us for it anyway...weird). All in all, definitely a place to check out if you're in downtown San Francisco. read more

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We visited Barcha for my friend's birthday dinner, having made a reservation in advance. The interior had a nice ambiance, with large Turkish lamps and a good-looking bar. For drinks, I got a glass of the Kalecik Karasi wine, which was awesome. I don't usually go for lighter reds, but this one was truly fantastic. For food, we decided to order a bunch of the mezze to share between the 7 of us. We got the Spiced Beef Dumplings (Manti), Moroccan Cigars, Salmon Tartare, Halloumi Cheese, Barcha's Hummus, Crispy Falafel, Blistered Peppers, and Trio of Spreads. All the food was top-notch, but some items definitely stood out. The Spiced Beef Dumplings were my ultimate favorite - I've had Manti before, but the flavor of these was phenomenal. The Moroccan Cigars took second place for me, and we ended up ordering second servings of both items. We also ordered another round of Halloumi Cheese (always so good) and Salmon Tartare (this one wasn't anything special, the serving size was just small). Our server was good about making sure the mezze came out with the proper number of items, since they typically come in sets of four. For dessert, my friend got the the Vanilla Soft-Serve (they brought it out with a candle for her birthday) and some of us shared the Barcha Napoleon. The Napoleon was nothing like I expected. I grew up with Napoleon being a slice of cake, but this one was deconstructed and had pistachio, raspberry, and chocolate flavors. The portion size was tiny, and we weren't crazy about either of the desserts. Service was very professional (though not the fastest) and pricing was on the higher end. Overall, a great dinner for a special occasion, but I would have dessert elsewhere! read more

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Maybe my palette is just not very sophisticated but I thought this place was....just alright. I went for a work dinner, this is a bit of a pricey restaurant I probably wouldn't go to on a regular day, but hey I wasn't paying. Reservation was at 6 on a Thursday night, we got sat towards the back of the restaurant. It was packed! We were a group of 6 and decided to order multiple appetizers and plates to share amongst us. The outstanding dishes were the Moroccan cigars and these dumplings. I got a mocktail that was really good. Overall the food was good, just didn't blow me away. Service was great, constantly checking on us and refilling our waters. I'd give it a 3.5. read more

Barcha - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really enjoyed Barcha. The only thing is the time was it was a bit busy so food was taking some time to take out. Also the octopus was a small portion for $26. It should've had two pieces to share. The beef dumplings were delicious. Also the shrimp skewer were to die for I also enjoyed my steak with chimichurri and roasted root vegetables. The drinks were also top-notch, including my sangria picture, which was unforgettable should come here if you're looking for a trendy spot in SF and are ready to dish out some serious Dinero. read more

Barcha - Affogato - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Been going to Barcha for 11 years now. First of all excellent food, really captures the best parts of Turkish / Persian cuisine and the menu has evolved beautifully over the years. We love the food so much we hosted our wedding dinner here and every single dish was a hit with our guests, so much so that the first batch of Moroccan cigars ran out in minutes even though we ordered a hundred of them :) And the duck tahdig was just out of this world. Best of all, the ambiance is so beautiful at night, it felt an upscale European outdoor dinner secluded in the city. It was sooo magical and so unexpected at the heart of SF. Thank you Sarah, the wonderful staff and incredible Chef at Barcha for going out of your way, to make our night so special! read more

Barcha - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here for dinner on a weekend without reservations and got seated outside. It was a nice day out so no complaints. We ordered several hot appetizers to try, one entree to share and a drink each. The bill was quite pricey for two people. Likely won't come back again. read more

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We had a fantastic dinner here. The food is fresh and seasoned perfectly. The Lamb Meatballs were tender and the sauce was amazing (you'll want extra bread to dip!). We also tried the Chicken Kebab, which was juicy and well-marinated. It's a great mix of casual and chic. Whether you are here for a date or a group dinner, you can't go wrong. read more

The food was completely overpriced for the size. None of the main dishes are worth it. The small plates are good. The service is excellent; everyone is very welcoming. The ambiance is mostly corporate. read more

Barcha - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Loved the interior and overall vibe here. The food is great for sharing, especially the mezze dishes. Food was tasty, especially the appetizers, though expect smaller portions than usual. read more

My friend and I came to this restaurant on a whim because we wanted to find a place that was conveniently open at 7:00 PM within the financial district and offered Mediterranean food because it was on the healthier side. The ambience was okay when you walked into the restaurant. It actually had really cute lighting and a lot of seats. We also noticed that there were tables and chairs located outside if you prefer that, but it's a bit chilly at night. Our server was really nice. He was named Leon and came to us multiple times to replace our forks, knives, and spoons and also our cloth napkins. The main reason I gave the restaurant three stars was because the food was actually really expensive. For two people, we ordered three different appetizers (two of them were on the smaller side) plus two main entrees, and it came out to $150 excluding tip. So we had to add another $30 between us, so the total meal came out to $180 between two people. The duck leg dish, which tasted really good and came with rice, costed $39. It was one of the more popular main entrees. While the taste was really good, I thought the price was still pretty high. Their chickpea hummus tasted really good, and the flatbread was extremely tasty. I also really like the salad that they have, but I would be mindful of how you order because a lot of their appetizers are on the smaller portions. The shrimp skewers dish that they have was pretty pricey, and we thought it would be enough to fill up two people, but we were really thankful that we actually had other entrees. Serving size definitely runs a little bit small at this restaurant. A lot of people there seem to be working in groups or sponsored by a company lunch or dinner. And I would definitely recommend next time having someone else foot the bill. But overall, if you're not paying a really high bill, it's a good place to be. read more

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Great place for dinner and socialize. We came for a party of 7 and was seated fairly quickly because we had reservations. Service was good even though they were pretty busy for dinner. Ordered a little bit of everything and the food was good, but on the pricier side. For a table of 7, we almost had to order double of everything because of portion size. Aesthetically, all the food and the restaurant was beautiful. One of the better Mediterranean places I've been to. read more

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3.5 - Good food but pricey! We did family style for 6 people and highly recommend more appetizers to share instead of entrees. Favorites were barcha's hummus, chicken and speck ham croquettes (we later ordered more bc it was so good), and the dessert vanilla soft serve. We went during happy hour but the HH prices were only $1 or $2 cheaper. The menus are off because the HH drinks were more expensive somehow than on the regular menu. Since we had 6 people, some dishes they could make the pieces for 6 people but the math doesn't make sense. 5 pieces of the Moroccan cigar is $17 and adding an extra piece is $7?? Crazy and doesn't make sense. read more

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Came here for a work lunch on a Thursday. There was no wait at 11:30 am. Ordered: Spiced Beef Dumplings. These Dumplings are pretty tasty and flavor packed. Shakshuka. This came with nice toasted pita bread. The sausages were lamb and was outstanding. Very good brunch food. read more

Barcha - Spiced beef Dumplings. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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First of all, this place is so pretty. Super strategic location too, easy to find. Lunch during weekdays is packed, so reserve ahead if you can. Food was fine & enjoyable, particularly the falafel. They all came out very fast too. We skipped dessert coz we were too full, but more reason to come back next time read more

Barcha - Falafel, persian rice with beef & lamb shawarma - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Mediterranean food: our family came here first dinner on a rainy Wednesday evening and it was one of the best experiences I have had recently. We arrived at 7:30 pm and were seated immediately . Very beautiful decor and a Persian feel that was so welcome . We ordered drinks Marsala drink which was delicious Mint Tea For dinner: Shishito Peppers Grilled dates Chicken kebab with biriyani rice Fattoush salad Baklava dessert with ice cream Amazing ambiance and superb customer service and care ! Hubby recommended it and I loved it . Look forward to coming back really soon !! read more

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Barcha always delivers! Great food. Lovely atmosphere. Outdoor seating give a fun & festive vibe. Indoors is cosy & comfy. Perfect for a date night or a business celebration. And the fresh pita bread is on point. Yum!! Can't wait to go back. read more

Great place for dinner with friends or a group. The menu has a lot of shareable options and everything we tried was tasty.

Not too shabby! The place is a vibe, I'll give it that, and the mob of people surrounding the front door and filling out the tables inside further confirm this observation. So, was it worth the hype? Yes... ish. It was good but not mind blowing. My table did do it right by going nuts with the small plates, which managed to fill everyone up pretty well. Some highlights (per what they were saying) were the lamb chops (they were an entree), the cheese, the octopus, the peppers, and the chicken skewers, another entree. The falafel seemed to be way overcooked and we had a few portions of those, all the same consistency. Be ready to break out your wallet because this isn't the cheapest place in town, but in the same breath, it's far from the most expensive either. read more

I ate here out of convenience since it's right across from my SF office which is in the salesforce towers. It was quite busy Tuesday at lunchtime so it was good we had a reservation. I had eaten here once before and funny enough they gave me the same table as a few years ago! So now I have my own table there and it's a good thing because I've been dreaming about the salad I had for lunch and will definitely be back. The salad was the fattoush and I topped it with grilled shrimp. It was healthy and so delicious. I think the crispy pita strips on it made it especially good, but it really was the perfect combination of flavors. If i had another free lunch while in town I would have gone back for another, but will have to wait for my next trip. The service wasn't great. Our waitress took our order and then kind of forgot about us. It took a long time to get our food and then awhile to track her down for the check. To be fair we had a very tight lunch between meetings so partly our fault, but not the fastest lunch spot if you're in a hurry. read more

Nice atmosphere and food, but too pricey for what it was. That said, my favorite dish was the tahdig. I'm not usually a fan of duck, but it was tender, well seasoned, and went nicely with the crispy saffron. The chicken and lamb were solid, with subtle flavors that complemented the tahini yogurt. The brussel sprouts were good too, but tasted a bit vinegar-y. Dates were (understandably) on the sweeter side, but I liked their duck bacon wrap. Just wish they included a bit more cheese for balance. Service was fine, they quickly took our order and checked in often. Missed the mark on small things though. We were mistakenly served another table's food at one point. The staff kept on gripping the back of my chair as they walked by. Overall, a good meal, but I don't think the quality (food or service) justifies its price. Not the kind of place where I'm excited to spend $27 on water (which we did, by the way). read more

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