Abu Salim Middle Eastern Grill

Anonymous

Yelp

Mar 12, 2025

5

one of the best dining experiences and food I’ve had since moving to the bay area ?? staff was so warm and attentive not just to me but other diners/pick up orders/DD orders; the food was absolutely delicious and flavorful (I got the beef and lamb shawarma 10/10!), just a great experience all around. must try the kunafa, I clearly enjoyed it LOL

Anonymous

Yelp

Jul 23, 2024

5

Nestled in the vibrant Haight-Ashbury neighborhood of San Francisco, this Middle Eastern restaurant offers a delightful culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds. My recent visit left me thoroughly impressed with the quality of food, service and authenticity of the dishes. Hella good!!! Appetizers and Main Courses: Lamb with Hummus: The lamb was tender and flavorful, perfectly complemented by the creamy and rich hummus. Each bite was a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Lamb Kabob: Succulent and well-seasoned, the lamb kabob was grilled to perfection, offering a smoky and savory experience that was simply irresistible. Baba Ghanoush: This dish stood out with its exquisite smoky flavor and smooth texture. It was a perfect accompaniment to the other dishes. Chicken Shawarma Plate: The chicken was tender and juicy, wrapped in warm bread with fresh vegetables. The spices were well-balanced, making each bite a delight. Falafel with Stuffed Cheese: The falafel was crispy on the outside and filled with melted cheese on the inside, creating a delightful contrast that was both satisfying and unique. Desserts: Pistachio Shake: Refreshing and indulgent, the pistachio shake had a creamy consistency with nutty undertones that were perfectly balanced. Kunafa: This dessert was the highlight of the meal. The sweet cheese filling encased in delicate, buttery pastry topped with crushed pistachios was an impeccable end to an already stellar meal. Overall, each dish showcased traditional Middle Eastern flavors brought to life through skillful preparation and high-quality ingredients. The ambiance of the restaurant, combined with the friendly and attentive service, made for a memorable dining experience. This grill is undoubtedly a must-visit for anyone seeking to indulge in Middle Eastern cuisine in SF.

Anonymous

Yelp

Jun 19, 2024

5

I am so surprised to find out their hummus is so much better than the one in the Safeway. It’s so much fresher and clean. The salad is very good too. It’s a humble place but with good food. I finish the plate without a trace.

Anonymous

Yelp

Mar 20, 2024

5

The most delicious Middle Eastern food I’ve ever tried ! Good Customer Service with Tasty Food is the key of success in the restaurant business, keep it up Abu Salim !

Anonymous

Yelp

Jan 5, 2024

4

The Kabob Combo plate was delicious I had it with a vanilla-pistachio milkshake. The lamb was very tender and the kabobs were well seasoned. Great food but service sucked! After taking my order the gentleman never came back to check on me until he brought my check which was a good 45 minutes. The restaurant had good vibes with Middle Eastern music videos playing on numerous tv screens around.

Anonymous

Yelp

Aug 19, 2023

5

Wonderful Palestinian restaurant in the heart of Haight & Ashbury in SF CA. The flavors were on point. We had lamb shwarma on hummus, chicken shawarma wrap, chicken shawarma on salad and Baba Ghanoch and they were all delicious. The service was great as well.

Anonymous

Yelp

Oct 11, 2022

5

2022: We dined inside with the door wide open and a good breeze. The food was delicious with authentic flavors. He had a chicken shwarma wrap; I had stuffed falafel wrap, which included pine nuts and sumac. Shared some Arabic salad. Tasty and plentiful. Friendly staff, good service. Return visit in November 2024: He is remarkably consistent, ordering the chicken shawarma wrap and liking it just as much. I tried the chicken shawarma salad, which was cut-up shawarma over a cucumber and tomato chopped salad. It had a satisfyingly complex taste from marination. Delicious! We will come back when we're back in town.

Anonymous

Yelp

May 10, 2022

5

Service is old school and good, place is clean and convenient, the food, fogerabourit, delicious and fresh and all of the above. The soup to start is like mom makes and the falafels with cheese in them, I just stopped there, all in all, the grilled meats and rice and all of it is good, I recommend this place.