We arrived around 5pm and many tables outside weren't cleared but there were many seats available. We were told to wait outside when we're supposed to order at the cashier first, so I was confused. The ladies took awhile to get us seated outside, only to then tell me to order inside. The super efficient guy with the red shoes was quick to take our order of chicken shish tawook and Mezze sampler. Portions are large and food was great! We love people watching as the N Judahs goes by. It's Arab comfort food in a cozy indoor/outdoor setting.Sooo good! read more

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Delicious! Hearty meals to be had here. The musakhan is a spiced chicken dish served with roasted pine nuts, pita, and caramelized onions. I loved how juicy the chicken was and the crisp yet soft pita. Apparently this dish they claim is usually not found in restaurants so it was pretty special to eat it. I will be back to try more! read more

Beit Rima - Musakhan - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love Beit Rima, they make incredible food every time. My husband and I don't even bother sharing anymore because we like a whole plate to ourselves! On our most recent visit we stopped by with our baby, grabbed a table during his naptime and feasted. My go to is the Chicken Shish Tawook Plate served with charred peppers/onions, hummus, rice, and half pita. The chicken is amazing, it's so flavorful and always cooked to perfection. I also love their Mezze Sampler which comes with lebna, muhammara, baba ganoush, hummus, pickles, and falafel. This location is a bit bigger with more tables than their Cole Valley location. Highly recommend Beit Rima at either location if you're craving Mediterranean in the city. read more

I came here after a workout in the area and it hittt the spot. We were a party of three and ordered two plates plus a side of baba ganoush--and we were stuffed. The food came out quickly and was flavored to perfection. Everything had such good flavor, and each bite kept me wanting more and more. We all preferred the chicken plate over the beef kabob plate, but honestly both were amazing and I'd order them both again without hesitation. The baba ganoush was fresh and a pretty generous portion for a side dish. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Omg not enough good things to say about this place!! I first heard about it though a family friend and now it's a must visit everytime I go to SF. The food is unreal, the flavors are amazing, and the ambiance is spot on. It literally feels like you walked into a family restaurant or a grandmas kitchen filled with love!! For 3 people, we got the chicken kabob and beef kabob as well and the musakhan! We devoured everything clean. Chicken kabob: so tender and flavorful and super juicy, not dry at all. Beef kabob: The beef was also had great balanced flavors and a good texture. Both came with rice and hummus which was absolutely delicious. You can tell the ingredients are super high quality and fresh. I appreciate that it comes with 3 kabobs and grilled veggies on them. The musakhan...I don't even know how to describe except that it was a 10/10, absolutely no notes! The chicken is so tender, the flavors all blend beautifully, and the bread is just the right texture of crunchy and chewy. We walked away super full and super happy. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you. Service is great and it's truly just a joyful experience! Don't skip this place, it's a must everytime I'm in the bay. It was about $90 for 3 people but so worth it!! read more

Beit Rima - Chicken Shish Tawook Plate (top) and Beef Kabob Plate (bottom) - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California

Order with the cashier, pay, get a number and your food will be sent to your table. We ordered the Chicken kabobs 5/5 - tender chicken drizzled with garlic sauce and the rice was v good too (& I don't eat rice) Mezzo sampler 4/5 - the falafels were good and I really liked the red pepper dip, but would prob skip it next time Pomegranate salad 3/5 - ok only. We didn't get pomegranates in the salad so we're a bit thrown off Raspberry lemonade 5/5 - yum made in house and was nice and tart and a great digestive. Staff rec said it was enough food if we were not too hungry and it was just the right amount for two. There is an indoor and outdoor casual seating area. We opted to sit outside bc the inside felt a bit stuffy. Would come back to try other proteins like beef and lamb. read more

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Definitely recommend eating here at least once if you enjoy middle eastern food. Chicken shish - 10/10 Everyone loved the flavor and chicken was so tender Mezze sampler - Everyone's favorite was the hummus! I also really enjoyed the sweetness from the red pepper hummus Musakhan - Very tender chicken as well but more of a roasted chicken flavor. If you dine in, you're given pita bread! Service was eh/ we never got water refill. I also heard that we can get pita bread refills but we never got one )-: Ambiance is good! Good place for family and friends to dine in. read more

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Stopped by for lunch with a friend around noon on a Sunday! We ordered a Mezze Sampler to share, and I got the Beef Kebab Plate. I also ordered Shay for my drink (black tea with mint and sugar). The Mezze Sampler is SO GOOD. I love dishes that have variety, and this is one of them! The muhammara and baba ganoush were my favorites. My beef kebab plate was also delicious. I tried to get a little bit of everything in each bite I had and I was just so happy with my dish :) My black tea was also really nice! I would definitely come again if I'm in the area! The service is good and the food is amazing! read more

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My friends and I came here on a Saturday night. Thankfully, they had a Yelp check-in waitlist, which was super helpful as their restaurant is definitely on the cozier end. We got the appetizer sampler to share, which I'd highly recommend. I'm not familiar with this cuisine, so it was nice to try a little bit of everything. We had five people in a group, and everyone got a taste of each part. My friend and I shared the chicken shish and the grilled hangar steak. Both were delicious! There was good flavor for both. My other friends had gotten the lamb shank and the fried branzino. I was most impressed with the branzino and would highly recommend if you're looking for a dish to try out for your first time here. Overall, everything was really solid! I would definitely come back here again. read more

we only waited about 10mins on a sunday night, but it was constantly bustling and pretty loud. food came out pretty quickly though. the falafel was a little dry for my liking, and the pita were a bit tough, but I loved the halloumi! the chicken in both the kebab and musakhan dishes were very tender read more

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Beit Rima in Duboce Triangle was such a great find. The food was absolutely amazing!! Full of flavor and clearly made with care. It's a smaller spot, but that's part of what makes it special. The space has a great vibe; cozy, lively, and packed with locals, which always feels like a good sign. As someone visiting San Francisco, it was really nice to experience a place that feels genuinely local rather than touristy. I truly enjoyed the whole experience, and it's definitely going to be my go-to spot whenever I'm back in the city. read more

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Expected this place to be like a proper dine in restaurant with the prices they have on the menu but it's actually a self service place with unreasonable prices. Cashier had an attitude and didn't even greet us properly. Got the baked halloumi which was def not worth $15 for 3 blocks of cheese in oil. Also got the chicken shish tawook plate, which comes with 3 chicken skewers and 2 of them were undercooked/RAW which just ruined our appetite. We told them about this, and even the replacement they brought was rubbery. The hummus that came with the plate was decent but yeah that's the only positive about this spot. read more

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A friend told me that the whole fried branzino is THE dish to get, and word on the street was spot on! The branzino was fluffy and well cooked; it maintained a solid crunch without feeling greasy. The sauces paired well with the flavors of the fish as well. The falafel plate was well balanced with all of the different textures. Falafel maintained a solid crunch and was seasoned well. Pairing both plates together gives a great representation of the menu at Beit Rima. My only regret was not saving enough stomach space to try the beef or lamb! read more

Beit Rima - Falafel plate and Whole Fried Branzino - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California

My husband and I decided to check out this place because it looked nice from the outside. We ordered the chicken shish tawook, the beef kebab, and two different lemonades. Right away, I noticed that the beef kebab was very flavorful. However, I do think the menu description is a bit misleading. It tasted and looked like kufta kebab, which is great if that's what you're expecting. But calling it "beef kebab" gives a different impression, especially for people who might be expecting full cuts of grilled beef rather than minced meat. The chicken shish tawook had an interesting flavor profile. It was good, but I don't think I would get it again. I was personally hoping for something closer to mishawi, and this didn't really match that flavor. Still, it wasn't bad. It came with hummus and rice, which were fine, but I do think a small salad should be included. Something fresh would help balance out the richness of the meal and make the plate feel more complete. As for the lemonades, they were tasty, but I didn't realize they would come in small bottles. It would be helpful if that was mentioned on the menu, just to set expectations. Service was good but minimal. Nothing bad, but not particularly memorable either. Overall, it was a decent experience with a few things that could be clearer or improved. read more

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I always see people eating outdoors when I'm taking the N Judah so it's been on my list for awhile. This was my first time trying Arabic food and it was a comforting experience. Would recommend joining waitlist beforehand. We ordered the chicken shish tawook plate, beef kabob plate and a mixed kabob a la carte to share between 2 people. Our favorite was the chicken. It had a slight char and creaminess from the yogurt marinade. Just put the chicken into the pita pocket along with some hummus..10/10 Both the beef and mixed kabob were a little on the dry side though. The rice was buttery and savory, getting all its flavor from the meat that sat on top. My friend and I both really liked the grilled tomato and pickles - if only they had more of that with the dish! We thought the portions were generous and we probably could have split amongst a 3rd person. Price per dish was decent for SF given the portion and quality. Next time, will try the hand kneaded bread and mezze platter ! read more

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YUM. Bustling & delicious. Friday night in Duboce location. Our family was four - we were starving. We ordered ALL the foods Mezze with extra falafel, Herbed bread, Crudite, Whole fish & Chicken kebabs AND a bottle of wine. We ate it all & chased delicious dip smears & bits with every last snip of pita. Got seated quickly - Order at the Counter - Food comes out as ready. Every item was 5 stars. Crew was friendly & zooming everywhere. HIGHLY RECOMMEND We ate so fast - we didn't take photos! read more

Seriously one of the best restaurants I've ever been to (please open up a Beit Rima in LA)! I will say it's super loud inside ahaha but I understand why it's full. The staff was very busy but nice. I've had other Mediterranean food and this place is truly like no other. The flavors are so unique since it has this blend of earthy, savory, and sweet flavors. Price and portion wise: for 3 girls who were sharing several dishes, we got super full, the portions are great, the prices are well worth the flavor and craft of the dishes! Top 3 Dishes: - Chicken Musakhan: savory chicken with caramelized onions on a bed of pita - Batata Harra: similar to potato wedges but the spices are wildly good - Delicata Squash: this dish was slightly sweet and had cinnamon which was so yummy and it complemented the savory dishes well Oh and you have to get the halloumi if you love cheese. I regret not trying the dessert but I'll be back!! read more

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Went back again this year and Im pleased to report that it was just as amazing, if not better this time! My sister tried the bone in chicken this round and said it was just divine/ packed with flavor! The staff and service were very sweet and gave us refills on the tea, but this is a quick casual service type of place. I cannot wait to recommend and bring my guy here!!! read more

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Went here for lunch with my girlfriends yesterday, everything was delicious. Their high ratings are truly well deserved. It's a quaint little place with indoor & outdoor seating. You order at the counter & bring your number to your table. No frills customer service, everyone is friendly. I do have to give Paul a shoutout though. I witnessed his interaction with an elderly customer who came in with her walker. Instead of having her stand at the counter, he directed her to a table & told her he could take her order from there. Seeing that small kindness was very endearing What we ordered: Mezze Sampler 5/5: I dipped everything in all of the dips. The Muhammara, hummus, baba ghanoush, and lebna were all delicious. All the flavors were on point. The falafels were crispy and soft. Mmm. Batata Harra 5/5: I might've overdone it on these crispy pieces of fried goodness. If we didn't have 4 entrees coming, I probably would've finished off this whole bowl. Chicken Shish Tawook 5/5: chicken was tender & juicy and so flavorful. The garlic sauce on top, Mom's rice was so fluffy & delicious. Beef kabob plate 5/5: juicy and flavorful. All the spices complement each other without overpowering. Grilled hangar steak 4/5: delicious, tender. The brown rice was yummy too! The green sauce was so good. Gazan Braised Lamb Shank 4/5: lamb was tender, the Maftool was so good. Unfortunately, my body doesn't agree with tomato based sauces anymore so I couldn't fully enjoy this. But the taste I had was worth it. Will definitely come back to try other dishes. Paul said the musakhan is a family friend's recipe from their mother in Gaza. Food carries memory & knowing a recipe continues is very comforting. Also eyeing that branzino & delicata squash. Ok let's be honest, I want to try EVERYTHING! It's a good thing I don't live too close. My wallet & waistline thank me. Photo cred goes to my friend Nancy :) read more

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Really hits the spot for Labanese food! Great for groups, which I would recommend because it's a fun place to do family style. My favorites were the rose pistachio dessert, hand kneaded bread, and lebnah. Once we were seated, service was fast. You order everything at the counter, get a number, and they bring out your food. I'd recommend getting on the waitlist soon as you can if you're a group. We waited about 45 minutes for our group of 5, on a Friday night (seated around 8pm). read more

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Celebrated my best friend's birthday here! Dinner was fabulous. Would highly recommend! Our group of 6 walked in (no reservations permitted) on a Saturday evening and were seated immediately-- super lucky! Between their four-tops is a long picnic bench, perfect for our group size. The decor is simple and homey, feels like walking into your grandma's kitchen. We ordered at the counter, grabbing a number for our table. Service is impressively fast, considering the sheer volume of diners. MEZZE SAMPLER: Must-have. Their pita is BOMB all on its own. With the lebna, this is *chefs kiss*. The others were delicious; though I'm inclined towards yogurt-based spreads :P This is enough for 4 to share...! MUSAKHAN: NGL I was so full from the mezze that I could only poke around on this ;_; But I had to try Palestine's national dish! The few bites I had were flavorful and spiced beautifully. The chicken is so tender it falls off the bone. And it made for awesome leftovers later LOL The staff kindly let us bring a box of cupcakes to celebrate :-) Love Beit Rima! Such a treat to try Arabic comfort food this weekend. read more

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I don't go out for Middle Eastern food very often, but recently I've been trying out more spots with friends and coworkers, and Beit Rima is right up there. They have a few locations in the city - for this visit we went to one on Church one since it's easy to get to by public transit. The space is cozy and popular, and it can get pretty loud when it's full (there was a waitlist and line out the door at some point while we were there). We had a two-top, but I appreciated that they also have long communal tables too. You're seated and given menus first, but you order at the counter, and food comes out pretty fast. We shared the mezze sampler and we each ordered the beef kebob plate. It was more than enough food, with leftovers to take home. We didn't stay for dessert this time, but I'd be happy to return to try the muhalabia as well as more of their savoury dishes. read more

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Came with my family and everything was fantastic. We had the baked halloumi, their special that day of asparagus and pistachios, musakhan, hangar steak, and the falafel plate. Everything was cooked fabulously. We also had the mint lemonade which is now my favorite lemonade i've ever had- very tart and tangy. It's a fast casual kind of vibe where you order and pay at the register. They were very busy when we came so it was a bit chaotic since it's a smaller restaurant but overall it was a great experience. read more

this place is phenomenal! I got the beef kebob plate, my partner got the chicken shish tawook plate. the beef kebob plate was very flavorful. every component of the plate was memorable - the beef kebob was juicy, hummus was creamy, even the rice was savory. love the included pickles to cut through the richness. the chicken shish tawook plate is also similarly delicious. loved the char on the chicken. service was pretty good, food came within reasonable time, tables were clean, and waiters came around frequently to check in on us. can't wait to come back! read more

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very cozy restaurant selling mediterranean comfort food. Really liked their falafel and hummus and the flavored rice in the chicken kebab. You need to be familiar with the place to be able to get what you want as you order at the front and there's really no table service. Worse thing for me was, after using my fingers so much I wanted to wash my hand in the only restroom. There was an "out of order" sign, when I asked the kitchen staff, they showed me the deep sink there and gestured that I can wash my hands there, lol. read more

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Getting takeout just is not the same as eating in person. It's a great, casual vibe at the restaurant...always hustling and bustling. But the presentation and portion sizes are noticeably better when eating at the restaurant. LOVED the mezze platter and the special bread. (Like a seasoned soft pita) read more

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4.5 stars. Beit Rima is a great option for Arabic food in San Francisco! I've eaten in the restaurant and taken food to-go a couple of times. I think Beit Rima provides a generous portion size of very high-quality meats, and the mezze are simply drool-worthy. I've tried an assortment of their food, including: + Beef Kebab Plate [4/5] + Baked Halloumi [5/5] + Mezze Sampler [5/5] + Lamb Shank [3/5] My thoughts on the appetizers: The Mezze Sampler is divine. It comes with so much pita and it really is a great sampler of all the different dips. The Baked Halloumi is equally as exquisite with an oily, savory, juicy goodness that is simply addictive. I would definitely recommend getting the Halloumi with something else (like a salad, bread, or meat) because it is very overwhelming just by itself! The Beef Kebab plate comes with three large-sized beef kebabs. It's accompanied by an ample portion of rice, hummus, pita, and pickled veggies. The beef kebabs are pretty good, but definitely could be juicier! I don't quite like that the kebab plates don't come with any fresh veggies and I think it's a little overpriced. I usually end up paying around $30 per entree with no leftovers which is quite hefty! read more

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Beit Rima was such a great experience from start to finish. We tried all of their dips along with the pita and za'atar bread, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. We also ordered the falafel, chicken skewers, and the branzino which ended up being my favorite dish. I'll definitely be going back just for that. We also tried the musakhan, and it was honestly some of the best Palestinian food I've ever had in my life. So rich, comforting, and full of flavor. I'm already planning to come back to try the fish next time. The inside of the restaurant was super cute and beautifully decorated. The music was great, the service was amazing, and everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming. We had such a great time and can't wait to come back. read more

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this is the best restaurant in SF. Unbelievably good. I could eat this everyday--the variety and quality is unmatched!

Great spot to get your Mediterranean fix! A group of us came in for an early Saturday dinner. We weren't very hungry but still wanted to try this place out, so we ordered just the mezze sampler and the chicken plate to share. We added on some more pitas and falafels. The highlight for me was the mezze sampler - it's such a good variety of their spreads and pairs nicely with the falafels and pitas. Loved the pickled veggies that it came with. The chicken plate was also delicious - very juicy and the yogurt sauce was divine. The overall ambiance of the restaurant is casual with a decent amount of seating. The prices are quite high for the amount of food that you get and for what it is, but the quality doesn't miss. Definitely come here if you're craving this type of cuisine in the city. read more

Beit Rima - Mezze Sampler - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California

The lamb was insane. One of the best restaurants in sf, been back multiple times. The people are nice and very quick service. read more

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Finally got around to trying Beit Rima, and wow, it did not disappoint! The wait can get long, so I'd definitely recommend joining the waitlist before heading over. We walked in for dinner around 7:30pm and were seated outside in about 10 minutes. For the two of us, we shared the Mezze Sampler and the Chicken Shish Tawook Plate. The sampler was incredible. Each spread tasted amazing and paired perfectly with the warm pita. For our main, the chicken was juicy and well-seasoned. Parking was easy, with plenty of spots either on the street or in the Safeway lot across the way. I'm already looking forward to coming back to try more. I just wish I had come here sooner! read more

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SERVICE: counter style, relaxed - there's a silverware and water station by the register AMBIANCE: cozy and open FLAVORS: Seasonal item menu, Asapargus with pistachios (10/5) - WOW... gimme 14 more... Mezza plate (4.5/5) - I thought the hummus had a bitter aftertaste, but not everyone agrees. All in all STUNNING. Love the accents added on that really brought depth to every bite! Lamb (5/5) - so tender and delightful, we were fighting over the sauce/soup! PORTIONS: filling and hearty PRICE: appropriate BONUS TIP: parking - street, good luck to you! read more

Beit Rima - Mezze Sampler (9/10) Gazan Braised Lamb Shank(10/10) - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I had lunch here with a few of my girlfriends. Service was quick and friendly. You order at the register and take your number with you wherever you're seated, and hold onto that number during your stay so they know where to bring your food. Everything was so flavorful, and tasty! Each dish was so warm, comforting, and filling. We shared several appetizers which aren't pictured here, but were delicious. Hummus, halloumi, and more. There's nothing that we ordered that we didn't enjoy. The portions are also large and there's plenty to share with someone else in your group. I'm vegetarian and discovered several items on the menu for me to eat. I'd definitely come back again! There's seating both inside and outside, however, outside can get quite loud and busy as it's on the main street. read more

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One of the very best Arabic comfort foods I've ever had, and my partner's sister highly recommended this place to eat. The place is small, but the service and staff were welcoming and friendly. Very popular in the Castro area. We seated outside near the street, and it was nice seeing the area and people around. We settled and ordered the following: 1. Delicate Squash - Squash is roasted to perfection, naturally sweet and buttery. The brown butter labneh elevated it even better adding a slight tangy flavor. The pine nut dukkah had a light crunch which rounded out the textures nicely. 2. Falafel (2) - They were crispified and fried wonderfully. The inside was herby and soft. The sumac onions and cucumbers brought color and a balanced taste with the falafels. The tehina added a nutty and creamy richness which complemented the falafels well. 3. Beef Kabob Plate - Beef kabobs had a well-spiced char that paired wonderfully with the tehina, onions, parsley and rice. The hummus is silky smooth and with well-balanced taste when scooped up with a pita. 4. Musakhan - My absolute favorite! The dish had a baharat-spiced chicken thigh which was tender, seasoned with fragrant spices and perfectly complemented by the caramelized onions and toasted pita. The Palestinian sumac brought a robust tang that ties everything together! This national dish was hearty, soulful and a true representation of home-style Palestinian cooking. It was amazing and highly recommend this dish!!! Again, I highly recommend this place when you're in the area as it had such great Arabic and Palestinian comfort foods. I thank the family, staff and owners of this lovely experience. read more

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The food here is great! The chicken shish tawook plate is so good. Generally tender and the yogurt marinade. The fattoush was amazing with the charred dates. It was very filling and delicious. The inside decor is nice but it feels like a pickup spot now rather than a decent sit-down. I sat outside which was nice but the service was very slow. I never once got a refill on water in the hour I stayed. The waiter was frantically running around taking orders and not able to keep the same level of service to each client... Overall I'd visit again but wish their bare minimum service was better. read more

Beit Rima - Fattoush with charred dates - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Would come back. Make sure you put yourself on the waitlist before you come. Place is a bit tight and very loud inside because it's so packed. Food and service was great - salad was refreshing, the hummus platter was great. Lamb was a bit dry but flavor was good read more

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Really great spot! Finally got to try it in a Friday for dinner after hearing such good things about it for so long. It was packed -- you order at the register then take your number to sit inside or outside. The outside seating is in a shelter on the street, so it can be noisy with traffic going by. We elected to sit inside. The place is beautifully decorated with string lights and art, and the atmosphere was so lovely and homey. I got the Chicken Shish Tawook Plate, and it was delicious! There was so much juicy chicken, and I loved the pickled veggies that cut through the richer oats of the meal! Definitely could have split this with another person. The only downside is that they forgot one of my party's entrees, but when we told them, they made it right away. Would definitely want to come back and try other things! read more

Beit Rima - Chicken Shish Tawook Plate - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California

So good!! I personally liked the chicken plate more than beef but they were both very good with very generous portion sizes. The food came out pretty slowly and the restaurant is small with a lot of people so you would have to plan ahead before eating here. read more

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Edible, came with one egg for fifteen dollars as advertised . Sauce tasted really good , almost as good as Ragu. read more

Beit Rima - Shashuka - Arabic Near Me - San Francisco, California