Just happened upon this place with my friend, let's just say this was the perfect post frisbee meal. Service was great and the food was incredible! Not too busy on a Saturday evening, which was a pleasant surprise. The hummus came with fresh pita, toum & a delicioussssss hot sauce. The beef and lamb shawarma was the perfect balance of veg & meat. Calm vibes. Love read more

Food is so good as is the service. The okra lamb was so delicious and generous portion. Baba ganoush was so good too.

We came to San Francisco and wanted to ride a cable car. The California Street cable car was just a few blocks from our hotel so we rode it to Van Ness and looked for a nearby restaurant. I picked Karam based upon its Yelp rating and we easily walked to it from the cable car terminal. I got the steak shish kebab and my wife got the combo shish kebab that had lamb, chicken, and kafta. We shared tastes of each and I've got to say that the chicken was the best. I mean like heavenly good. The shish kebabs were served on a bed of really good rice and it had delicious red onions in it. My only advice to Karam would be to add more onion. It was so tasty that I wanted a bit of onion in each bite. The meal came with pita bread and I wanted butter for mine. My wife said "Don't do it! They'll look at you funny." She was right -- they looked at me funny and apologized for not having any. At least my wife was amused. The bathroom was nice and well maintained. The decor was pleasant too. All in all, we rated this as the best meal of our entire vacation and the cost was quite reasonable. We just loved it. read more

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Karam is a great addition to Polk St. I enjoyed dining in on a week night. The staff are very sweet and attentive. I ordered the chicken shish taouk plate as well as the humus bayrooty. I was blown away by both. The food is exceptionally flavorful. Chicken was grilled to perfection. And the extra garlic dip and spicy sauce is the cherry on top. I can't wait to be back! read more

Karam - SHISH TAOUK - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great addition to Polk! Based on the exterior, I thought it looked like it would be a fast-casual place, but inside, it looks pretty nice. Love the Middle Eastern decor--it's cozy. I heard good things about their meat and I was pleased with it. I got the Chicken Shawarma Wrap and Beef & Lamb Shawarma Wrap for my partner and me. Portions were hearty and the meat was high-quality, grilled, tender, and flavored to perfection. Will be back for sure! read more

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Super impressed! I am particularly picky about Middle Eastern food but Karam exceeded all expectations. Everything from the dips to the entrees were fantastic, flavorful, and amazingly satisfying. It was a pay to order sit down experience. The waiter/cashier was super nice and we had a lovely experience. Cozy comfort food and cozy vibes! Feels like a home cooked experience! read more

Karam - CHICKEN SHAWARMA WRAP - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Wow, what a great find! I had the chicken shawarma plate and my friend had the lamb stew. Both dishes were excellent and (I tried his) and portions were large. The rice was fragrant and the lamb was melt-in-your mouth tender. Highly recommended!!!! read more

Relatively new to Polk st, Karam is a fine addition serving traditional Mediterranean fare. It has plentiful vegetarian options. You'll find the classics here like falafels and mezzes, but they also serve curries. Okra curry - 4.5/5 Delicious curry, served with rice and pita bread and dips. The portion is extremely generous, can easily be shared by 2 people. The pita was warm and soft, but the dips. Oh the dips. Absolutely incredible and unique. There was a spicy one and salty yogurt based dip. Both were delicious to the extreme. Rice was served with chopped almonds on top which added a really nice bite to the dish. The curry was flavorful and hearty. The ambience was welcoming, very family restaurant vibes. Service was excellent. Go here for a casual and delicious meal read more

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Discovered this hidden gem on Polk street as it was one of the few places with availability on a busy Saturday night. The inside is very cozy and unassuming. Food was amazing. The Reyash lamb rack was grilled perfectly, slightly charred on the outside but very smoky and tender. Also got the combo kebabs which included the beef, chicken, and lamb. They both came with a side of fresh herbs and veggies. Hummus and pita are also provided. Sizable portions and great service. Definitely check out this spot for some incredible Mediterranean food. Some of the best I've had in the city! read more

Karam - combo kebab and lamb rack - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Current reviews are right again. This place is LEGIT. I had: Fatoush (salad) - Very good. Dressing is a little heavy (pomegranate dressing) but everything is fresh and seasoned well. Fries - Perfect. Like McDonalds but better. Salted perfectly. Combo shawarma plate with chicken, lamb/beef and lamb. Absolutely delish. Even the rice was flavored impeccably. I polished off some of the wife's uneaten falafel and it was also spot on. It's hard to put a finger on exactly why the food is so good but obviously everything is totally fresh and seasoned perfectly. Any fan of Mediterranean food will be happy here. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

Karam - Combo shawarma plate. Freakin' delicious. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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HGood friends, a wonderful ambiance, and delicious food--what more could anyone ask for? This beautiful restaurant offers a truly enjoyable dining experience. The staff at every level are friendly, courteous, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They make every guest feel welcome and valued. A big thank you to the entire team for their outstanding hospitality. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will definitely be returning. Highly recommended! read more

Karam - Very yummy must have Pistachio Baklava - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

I am so happy I discovered this a hidden gem on Polk street. Karam offers one of the most delicious Mediterranean food at affordable prices here in the city. My only wish is that there is more staff. There was only one woman greeting and seating customers, bussing tables, taking orders, and checking out. We could tell she was doing her best to manage the load, but she was pulled in so many directions that we had to wait long to order and get water. Other than the lack of service, the food itself was delicious. Large portions, flavorful and not too salty or oily. I had the chicken shawarma entree which came with loads of marinated chicken and a generous serving of rice. The house made pita with garlic sauce and chili sauce was addicting. The baklava was also one of the best tasting ones I've had. It was the perfect amount of sweetness, flakiness, and had no overpowering rose water taste - just how I like it. On that night for dinner I went in with no expectations and left a happy and full customer. I can't wait to return, as I've been eyeing their Arabic style dishes. read more

Karam - Chicken Shawarma Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Food is from Syria - something that was different for me. Food was fantastic! It is very flavorful and had a lot of good spices. The homemade pita and baba ghanouj is a must try - smooth and well mixed. Meats were tender and cooked with distinctive flavors. Service was good and efficient. read more

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Relatively new spot on Polk St! They have some seating inside -- good for casual meals. However, service was slow and it took a while for our food to come out (~25mins). I'd recommend either ordering take out or don't come too hungry. Food seemed hot & fresh tho! Food is yummy! I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and it came with fries drizzled w pomegranate molasses (this combo was DELISH). The baklava at the end of our meal was truly icing on top. Overall, solid place to grab food! read more

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Newer to polk but amazing!! I got the shish tawouk plate and it was so yummy and filling. Rice was seasoned, chicken tender and juicy and the salad was + hummus was delicious! My friends arabic style chicken shawarma plate was also delicious. We got complimentary pita and hot sauce/garlic sauce (toum) which was SO yum. They had a deal going which got us free baklava, def the best part. It was flaky, sweet and I'd go back just for this. Service was sweet and friendly! Exciting to have a new mediterranean place on polk street!! read more

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This was a surprisingly YUMMY hole in the wall Arabic restaurant we stumbled upon before heading to a bar across the street. The restaurant has a casual and laid back atmosphere with economical pricing as well as very friendly servers. Everything from the hummus and baba ghanoush to the okra veggie dish was so so so flavorful! And to top it off, we got baklava after our meal which hit to sweet spot. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

Karam - Falafel Plate, Veggie Okra - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got two apps and was wowed in particular by the Hummus Shawarma Chicken. First dip in and I thought it was DELICIOUS. I also got the baba ghanouj. They gave a ton of fluffy pita, toum, and a spicy sauce to go with it. And they also threw in a baklava for me. I appreciated the hospitality. I would definitely order from here again! read more

Karam - Hummus Shawarma Chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great food and great vibes. Looking for a great mediterranean place on Polk? Look no further. The server was attentive and kind. I got the chicken and steak plate and it was so delicious! read more

Uninspired food. $20 for chicken wrap man come on. Yah we're in SF but I can find much better grilled chicken elsewhere. Not worth it and would not be back. read more

I almost hesitant to put in a review because this is my favorite spot in the city, and I don't want all the crazy food influencers discovering the spot. That said, I would be doing this place an injustice if I did not place in a review because it is THAT good. I come here for any kind of occasion, for any mood or feeling I am up to. The food is delectable, versatile, healthy, and the staff lady is always very kind. Heavy emphasis on the amazing food. I have tried most of the menu at this point. With the exception of the kebab that I found to be slightly dry, when I say every other dish, and I mean every other dish, is phenomenal, I mean it. Try the chicken cubes. Try the baba ghanouj or hummus (I probably butchered that spelling). The warm pita bread with garlic and spicy sauce. The generous portion sizes. I love this spot with all my heart, and it is my place of retreat read more

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Really friendly and proud owner that greets you with a warm smile! One of the best humus we have ever had! We got the bayrooty humus and it was the perfect salt fat acid ratio that makes you want to keep stuffing pita in your mouth with every bite. The garlic and spice sauce were also delicious. We got the lamb and chicken shawarmas! Plenty of seating read more

Really hungry for some good hummus and babaghanouj, we were searching for good Mediterranean in Polk Gulch. This place had only been open for a month, but we decided to give it a try. We had a very sweet waitress who was very helpful. We were hoping for a combo platter of all the favs to dip warm pita in, but they were only listed separately by appetizer. They just published their menu, so we will look for a combo platter in their future, but today ordered three separate dishes of hummus, baba, and muhamara- the sweet red pepper dish. We also added a wing plate which came with seasoned and fried wings with garlic fries on top, a really yummy salad and more hummus. Of course, a basket of pita was an essential, to dig in to all these dips. We were delighted at the amazing flavors and depth of each. The hummus was creamy and fruity with good olive oil, the baba smoky with eggplant and tahini and the muhamara sweet with a little kick. It was hard to stop eating, quite frankly, but stop we did and packed the leftovers to take home and enjoy another day. The wings were crunchy and the salad was colorful and fresh, providing a nice contrast to the wings and fries. We even had a bite of their baklava, which was a promotion for coming in to eat. Well worth the trip and we'll be back. read more

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So glad I found this hidden gem on Polk St. I walked past by this restaurant a few times before and I finally got to try their food, and it did not disappoint. The okra lamb shank was perfectly cooked and very tender and soft. I never had this dish before but it was something that I would go back to this place for. The halloumi cheese was delicious as well, and harmonized amazingly with the fresh vegetables and the sauces that came with it. The waitress here carried such a kind and bright energy, it added to the great dining experience. read more

Karam - Okra Lamb Shank - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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A solidly priced and decently tastey Turkish restaurant in the Nob Hill area. The service is terrific (helpful, friendly) and the food was better than average, especially for the price point. The hummus was ok as was the bread, but nothing to run too. If I had to give it a grade, I would give it a B minus. The shish tawook (cubed chicken breast on skewers) had a good flavor and was juicy. I opted to substitute salad for the usual rice. This is a super casual spot with very little noise dampening but it was immaculately clean. read more

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Food is great. Restaurant is very tight, service was scattered and rushed. Hence the missing last star. We ordered the mixed kabab platter, hummus and the fasolye lamb stew. The stew tasted home made! read more

This place was great. The food was so tasty. Honesty of one the best Arabic restaurants in SF. Very flavorful and the portions were great. And the price was pretty decent. Check it out. You won't be disappointed. read more

Very good service and food. Went with some friends for dinner. The baba ghannouj and cauliflower with tahini both hit the spot and our shawarmas were excellent. Server was very friendly and pleasant and the food came quickly. Great to find proper Middle Eastern food! Look forward to returning. read more

Karam was totally delicious! Service was great and the food was fresh and flavorful! Went down very easily. Also came super fast! 10/10 would recommend read more

Karam - Hummus app! Too good to take pictures before devouring. - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here for lunch today. I ordered a beef and lamb shawarma plate. The meat was tasty, rice was awesome. I really loved the zestiness of the salad dressing and the hummus grounded it. I would come here again and try another plate because this basic middle eastern plate was awesome. My partner got the chicken shawarma wrap and he really like it. It looked like the outside was crisped up and that looked very cool. The table was given a plate with pita bread, yogurt sauce and hot sauce. Both were good! Service was quick and kind. read more

Sooo glad I suggested we try this restaurant! :D Everything tasted delicious. You know you've come to a good Mediterranean restaurant when the hummus and fattoush are done right. We were a party of 7 adults (all middle eastern and particular on what we like) and this place nailed it. We got the chicken shawarma plate, kafta plate, halloumi, and grape leaves. Probably my least favorite was the grape leaves .. I just thought it was too stuffed and not too flavorful. The plate portions are huge (good to share between 2). I saw tabbouli and falafel scratched off on the menu. I'd love to come back and try those! Service was a little slow but I think that may be because they are fairly new and don't have enough staff. Worth the wait though! Highly recommended! read more

The food lacked seasoning and flavor, especially given that it's Middle Eastern. The description here says they blend Lebanese and Arab - and those kinds of food are usually packed with flavor, especially Lebanese. Nothing stood out with good flavor -- the beef & lamb shawarma (which was surprisingly dry and didn't taste fresh; I'm usually cautious with shawarma unless I know a place is busy and the meat is refreshed frequently), hummus, rice, garlic sauce... The pita was stale and might have benefitted from being warmed. Even the hot sauce was disappointing, and more sweet than spicy - so no hope of adding flavor. It wasn't good enough for us to want to try it again. Starting not to trust Yelp reviews, especially for new places. The lower Google reviews are more accurate. Not only does the food lack flavor, but freshness and quality is questionable. read more

Friendly service and delicious food! If you like halloumi cheese, this is the best: crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. You get hot sauce and garlic whip with it. The lamb/beef shawarma plate was yummy, and a large portion. I took half home. The meat was slightly gristly, but that was the only drawback. Nice presentation and a pleasant interior. Do try! read more

Karam - Halloumi cheese - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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So freaking good. Excellent salad dressing, I love how they add herbs and flavor into the hummus, and the kafta kebab is tender and juicy.

The food looked amazing and taste so good. The decor is beautiful. And the service was fast and friendly. I'll make Karam a regular spot. read more

Karam - Chicken Shish Kabab - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We came here to give a new neighbourhood small restaurant a try (plus we love Mediterranean food!) The interior is beautifully designed, it's very nice and fancy-looking, something we don't have much of on Polk Street. It wasn't too busy when we came in for dinner, although there seems to be a pretty constant stream of food pickup/delivery going on, so they were definitely on the busy end behind the counter. We ordered the Fatouch Salad, the halloumi cheese, and a chicken wrap. The cheese and salad came out pretty quick but I guess hot foods take a bit longer as my partner's wrap was a bit slower than expected. Either way, it was worth the wait, as everything we had was absolutely delicious. The fatouch is super sour with tonnes of herbal flavours. I wasn't expecting the cheese to be deep fried but it was and that made it perfect. My partner said the chicken was well-seasoned and the hot sauce went well with it. We'll definitely be back to try a few other things that grabbed our attention. read more

Lamb Shish Kebab, Karam = It means, "Generous." Flavor to the palette 〰 A garlic and sauce festivity.... Fresh made to order. Fresh, herbs . I appreciate the hospitality, so much. Open late until 9:30 pm last serve, I think. I like that. Rie read more

Karam - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

just as good as last time, if not even better!! My family and i love this place, its our #1 for Mediterranean

I already had dinner and was heading toward Bob's Donuts for a treat but was still hungry. Saw this place across the street and figured I might as well order take out just in case I was still hungry when I got home. Got the kafta kebab. Very good. And solid value at $22. Came with some nice sauces as well. I like that they put lots of parsley as topping. Would recommend and will come back when I'm in the neighbborhood. read more

Incredible new Mediterranean/Lebanese place that opened at Polk. Great food at great prices. I would recommend for family gathering or late night fare. Service was great and ambiance was very good. read more

Karam - Various appetizers, including muhamarra, hummas/beyrooti, and halloumi - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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got the chicken wrap for delivery and it was very substantial! chicken was moist and the burrito skin wasn't too excessive but still held up well read more

Karam - chicken wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California