As a long time resident of San Francisco, not a hotbed of great Persian restaurants, I have searched from Sacramento to San Jose without finding one. Even in Southern California, except for that "Place" in Glendale, most options are only marginally better.Happy to report, the search is over! Being a group of ten, we had the luxury of ordering many items off the menu: All five items on the Mezze Platter were nicely mixed and beautifully presented. Kabobs (chicken, barg, and Koobideh) were of high quality and expertly grilled..Lamb chops were delicious and the lamb shank fell off the bone! Rice is the very staple of a Persian restaurant and the Polos we tried, Basmati, Baghali, and Zereshk were perfect, Pistachio/saffron ice cream was a perfect ending to our sumptuous culinary experience! read more

Cozy new Persian joint in the Mission with a KILLER koobideh. Delam hits all the marks when it comes to classic Persian cuisine, but does it with a twist -- many of the dishes have unique touches that really make the food special to Delam. For example, the chicken joojeh kebab comes atop a bright and tangy mustard-yogurt sauce, while the kashke bademjoon has a smoky flavor that offers surprising depth for the traditional appetizer. These flavors absolutely add to the overall taste, and make them special to Delam -- I don't think I've ever had Persian food quite like the way they do it. And I loved it! The service was excellent, as it's clearly a family-run business; you can feel the genuine care and sense of community at this place. I'd go back again just to chat with our friendly server Jasmine, or her mother who made sure to stop by every table to make sure the experience was going well. It's really top notch here, and we'll be back again soon. read more

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RESPONSE TO OWNERS NOTE BELOW: Hi Javied, Thank you for your response. However, our concern about food poisoning is not speculation. Several people in our group became ill within hours of eating at Delam, and the symptoms were serious enough that we sought medical care. A doctor confirmed that it was food poisoning. Importantly, those who became sick were not all from the same household. For example, my mother-in-law, who lives separately and had not eaten with us earlier that day, experienced the same symptoms within the same timeframe after the meal. We had not shared any other food together prior to dining at your restaurant, so the meal at Delam was the only common exposure. While I understand the desire to defend your business, medical conclusions should be left to medical professionals. In this case, the timing, the number of people affected, and the doctor's confirmation all strongly point to that meal. As a new restaurant, I hope you take feedback like this seriously and review your food safety processes so others do not have a similar experience. Original review I came here with my family and was really excited to try Delam. we love Persian food and were happy to see a new spot open in the Mission. The ambiance was lovely and the space felt warm and inviting. Service was friendly though they are still hiring so was a little understaffed , and overall the experience initially felt promising. The food itself tasted fine during the meal (except for maybe the eggplant dish), and we were excited about having another Persian restaurant in the neighborhood. Unfortunately, all of us who ate together became sick the next day and experienced what seemed like food poisoning. I understand this is a new restaurant and there can be growing pains while operations are getting settled, but this was a pretty difficult experience for our family. I hope the team takes extra care around food handling and safety as they continue to ramp up. For now, based on our experience, I wouldn't feel comfortable recommending it. read more

Loved it! Been waiting for a new Persian restaurant to grace our city. We really enjoyed their appetizers , koobideh, and above all, their yummy desserts. Service that makes to feel right at home and sentimental touches that truly highlight culture. Looking forward to coming back and trying every item on the menu! read more

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Being Persian, I am a tough critic. I think Delam is by far the best Persian restaurant in the city. Starting with their tea infused with saffron and rose water, all the way to their homemade Persian ice cream and baklava. The service was great, the owner is so funny and kind, and the restaurant itself is cozy and welcoming. I highly recommend checking out this spot. I'll be bringing my mom here when she visits so she can experience Delam as well. read more

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Delam is Persian for "my heart" and it's often used like a term of endearment or to express deep emotion or longing. This all checks out because I have been LONGING for more Persian food in the city and I'm so excited to have a good new Persian restaurant in the mission. Stumbled upon this place by accident (I feel like I should have been notified) and was so pleasantly surprised. The Koobideh (ground beef skewers) is definitely their strength and it's some of the best I've had in SF. The Kashkouli Bademjan (smoked eggplant appetizer) hit the spot. Textures and flavors exactly where they're supposed to be. Terrific ambiance that feels comfortable and warm, like visiting family. Speaking of which, the family that owns the restaurant has long ties to the mission and works hard to make this place feel hospitable and welcoming. This place hasn't gotten much press or word of mouth yet because it just opened last week but it's inevitable (I hope). Definitely check it out. read more

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Not very authentic and way over priced! Dinner for 2 $160 with tip, 1 appetizer, 1 entree and 2 glasses wine. Appetizer was bland, hummus & Kashke bademjoon no seasoning. Must a khiar watered down and no flavor. Very small amount of bread for dipping and they give you parsley for fresh herbs!! Parsley is for garnish or cooking, they need to provide fresh basil, mint and cilantro and white onions, Any Persian will agree!! And now entree, wow! $45 for Soltani. The barg was so tough and dry, it is supposed to be filet mignon cut. This was a thin cheap cut. Koobideh was very dry too and no flavor of saffron and onions. Restaurant is very nicely decorated and clean. But food needs to improve. Persian food is all love and you can't cut corners. Not too many Persian restaurants in the bay so you must represent and educate yourself so you can serve proper Persian cuisine. read more

Newest Iranian food in the city. I was really impressed by the chicken skewer plate. I would rank it top tier. The tahdik is highly recommended, especially with one of the stews as topping, I wouldn't get it just by itself. The kashke bademjan was also very tasty. read more

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Delicious food! Feels like home! They make their ice cream and baklava in-house and it's amazing. Can't wait to go back :)

Finally got to try a few days ago and I ordered the Joojeh, koobideh, and salmon skewers and it was delicious friendly staff as well will definitely be coming back soon !!! 10/10 for me read more

The food is amazing and so is the ambiance. The service is top tier. They are so attentive to everyone. The black tea is one of the best teas I've ever had. read more

Great new Persian spot in Valencia. Flavorful kabobs, fragrant saffron rice, and really friendly service. Cozy vibe, good prices, and solid portions. Definitely worth stopping by if you're craving Persian food. read more

Delam - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Delam is hands down the best Persian restaurant in San Francisco. After searching for authentic Persian food for a long time and trying every option in the city, nothing compares to this place. The quality is incredible, the flavors are authentic, and the customer service is excellent. We ordered takeout, and the kabobs were still amazing even after reheating -- something that rarely happens. The Barg was outstanding (and I'm not even someone who typically likes Barg). The rice, yogurt, and every side dish we tried were all perfectly prepared and tasted truly authentic. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and the restaurant itself is beautiful. If the service was this good for a to-go order, I can only imagine how great the dine-in experience will be. Absolutely my new go-to Persian restaurant in San Francisco. Highly recommend! read more

Delam - Koobideh, Soltani, Mast o Musir, Babaganoush, and Tahdig. - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

The beef kebab is insanely flavorful. The eggplant dip was also delicious. Super friendly service and a family vibe. I will definitely be back. read more

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Amazing food and service. Ingredients were so fresh. Baba ghanoush and filet mignon kabobs, saffron rice and Shirazi cucumber salad. Simply beautiful space and experience. read more

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Oh, this place is truly one of the best persian l've ever known in the bay area. Every time l'm in the area, I make sure to come here because the food is consistently amazing and they have unbelievable selection of wines! I've tried the most of their menu -- all absolutely delicious. Their appetizers are incredible as well, Everything is so flavorful and fresh. I've also been here for dinner, and the portions are very generous - honestly, one order can easily be shared by two people. The staff is always extremely kind and wonderful, and they always seem to have a full, attentive team who make the experience even better. Overall, this is one of the best restaurants and wine bars I can recommend to anyone. The food is amazing, the service is top notch, and the ambience is absolutely beautiful Highly recommended! read more

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One of the best Persian foods I've had in San Francisco. Great Vibe. Great food and friendly staff. I loved their Mezze platter was amazing. Their Koobideh kabob was juicy and tasty. Joojeeh kabob was done just right. Over all, great experience. My new favorite Persian resteurant. read more

This restaurant is amazing. Everything was delicious from start to finish. We originally were going to another restaurant and they had a wait list. So we walked down the street and passed by an Indian restaurant that had zero customers. Not a good sign. So we continued on and noticed this restaurant. Busy, but not crowded. It was a Persian restaurant. We all decided to try it. The service was warm and friendly. We ordered the eggplant spread. It was delicious. I love anything with eggplant. Phil and I ordered the slow cooked chicken in grounded walnut stew. This was AMAZING! I've never tried anything like this and was pleasantly surprised. The chicken fell of the bone. The flavor of the stew was a tad sweet and very savory. I honestly couldn't get enough. The entree came with a side of rice and salad which rounded out for a proper dinner. Now normally I don't order dessert. I don't have a sweet tooth. But I will if the meal was excellent and ours was. They only have 2 desserts. Baklava and saffron ice cream. The Baklava was delightful. 2 small round pieces drizzled with honey. The saffron ice cream was....AMAZING!!! Not too sweet, creamy, and chef's kiss on the unique flavor. We all loved it! Just 2 small scoops with a few nuts on top. We ordered the cardamom tea. Perfect ending to a lovely dinner. Let's not forget the lovely owner. I didnt catch her name. But she was a delight to converse with. So sweet and charming. So if you are ever in San Francisco check this place out. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Tried this newly opened Persian restaurant in SF after catching a show nearby. We made a 9 PM reservation on a Saturday expecting it to be busy, but were surprised to find we were the only guests dining at that time. The host/waiter was warm and welcoming. We ordered the multi-mazeh appetizer and, based on his recommendation, tried their top three kabob dishes. The Barg was definitely the standout--tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The dishes were nicely decorated overall, though the appetizers were just okay.However loved their mast-o-musir and they brought us complimentary Kashk bademjoon which was delicious. We didn't order any alcoholic drinks, but overall we had a pleasant experience. The average cost came to about $65 per person, which felt a bit on the higher side. Still, we genuinely enjoyed the friendly service and the chance to meet the owner and his son. We'll definitely come back to try more items on the menu--hopefully once they get a little busier! read more

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Wow! I'm absolutely thrilled this charming Persian restaurant has opened in the Mission. It just launched in December 2025 and is a brand-new, family-owned spot in a great location right on Valencia Street (very safe). The staff is incredibly kind, the portions are generous, and the prices are great. The kabob was especially juicy. They also offer home-made baklava and saffron ice cream for dessert. I can't wait to go back and try more plates. read more

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Service was friendly and food was delicious. My friends and I had a holiday dinner here and enjoyed dining family style. Don't forget to order the Saffron tea and Baklava for dessert. read more

Best kabob in the city. I got the Soltani (koobideh and barg). Was grilled to perfection. Mast-o-musir was thick and not runny, which is on-point. Worth checking out - I promise. read more

Absolutely incredible dinner at Delam in the Mission -- one of San Francisco's best new Persian restaurants! The mezza platter was flavorful and fresh, the koobideh was the best I've ever had, and the joojeh chicken was perfectly seasoned and juicy. The crispy tahdig and warm saffron tea were amazing finishes. So happy this authentic Persian spot is in the city! read more

AMAZING PERSIAN FOOD! The Barg was my favorite, the meat just melted in my mouth. The stews were amazing as well. We had the ghormeh sabzi and gheymeh. read more

Delam - Barg - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food was absolutely astonishing. Probably one of the best Persian restaurants I have ever been to.The kabobs are the best especially the Barg and Shishlik were top tier. Also had the best Persian ice cream I have ever had that is made by the chef himself which is impressive. Definitely will Be coming back! read more

So happy to have a new Persian Resturant in SF. Good service good food and they are extremely friendly. read more

I came in at a not busy time by myself, the owner (I think?) was so kind to me and made me delicious Persian tea and taught me about the history and the flavors! I also got the filet skewer and it was so delicious. The vibes of the restaurant were simple but warm. Loved it :) read more

Incredible koobideh and tahdig. The meat is perfectly seasoned, the saffron rice is fluffy, and the service feels like home.

Wow I was honestly surprised about this place it might not seem like much but the food is out of this WORLD!!! the best Persian restaurant in the Bay Area for sure read more

Delam - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was surprised by how intimate this place felt like stepping into someone's home. Every bite was fresh and juicy, with flavors that carried comfort and familiarity. The service was thoughtful and unmatched. A truly special spot in SF read more

This is my new favorite persian spot. From the appetizers to the kabob everything is perfect, will definitely be coming back. read more

Delam - Wine Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Good Food, service and ambiance. We ordered Barg kabob and stews. Kabob was great. Portion size and salad are good.

Great food. Great customer service. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a Persian Restaurant in SF!

Amazing food you can tell was made from the heart ! My wife and I had the most wonderful experience. The flavors and spices were amazing . Just try the Filet Mignon Kabobs and Babaganoush. Service is awesome. read more

Great flavorful Persian food, Amazing service perfect ambiance lighting and top tier original Persian food dessert and tea it was absolutely amazing and the location is perfect hands down best Persian food in the bay area. read more

The food was absolutely delicious! Exactly tbr perfect vibe for a Friday night dinner with friends. The staff was so friendly! Definitely order the Tahdig read more

Probably one of the best Persian restaurants to get food in the Bay Area. The kabobs here on par with thr best in SoCal maybe even better I might say. The atmosphere and owners were amazing as well read more

The food is outstanding. Their koobideh is incredibly tender and perfectly seasoned, and the zereshk polo is bright, fragrant, and beautifully balanced. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in every detail from the fluffy basmati rice to the perfectly charred grill marks on their kabobs. The ghormeh sabzi is rich, earthy, and full of depth, easily one of the best versions in the city. read more