Great food, happy to have it in this location, not a lot of other Persian restaurants in the city

Wow what a cute lil spot (with my cute lil boo). Food was awesome and seasoned great, I highly recommend the chicken skewer, mmmm. Service to the table was a little slow. I'm guessing that traditionally, Iranians eat for a while and relax, while Americans like to get in and get out. Wow Sami is such a beaut!

Wonderful little Persian restaurant nestled away in North Beach. Pricey but high quality. Bowls of rich sumac on every table. The kebabs were succulent. We tried the ground chicken and the sliced beef. Both were tender enough to break apart with a spoon. Remarkable flavor and texture. Rice was light, fluffy, and topped with saffron. Try the feta and tomato dip for an appetizer. It pairs very well with the complimentary seeded flat bread. They do have a wine list and a full bar with a house craft cocktail menu. The service was prompt, friendly, and attentive. It's a bit pricey, but excellent quality! Would 100% recommend.

Tardy review here as I came on NYE 2024. This is one of my all time favorite Persian restaurants. I have nothing but admiration for this establishment as they are consistently great at what they do. Food is amazing. Service is typically excellent. Finally, nothing beats white table cloth, same servers for years and dining in North Beach. Quick Summary + Lamb tongue is my all time favorite. It cannot be replicated. It's tender, creamy and bursting with flavor. There is little gaminess in that smooth texture of lengua. Add a little sumac to the yogurt sauce for a little more tart and it's delicious. I want my last meal to be this dish. It's that good! (5/5) + Koobideh meal here comes with saffron rice, tomato and 2 skewers. It has a hint of lamb flavor which I think differentiates it from others. There is a juicy char flavor to this traditional favorite. (5/5) + Ghorme Sabzee is a leg of lamb stewed in Persian spices with kidney beans. It's like Persian Hormel chili on steroids. Unfortunately it's an acquired taste as I used to find it bland but grew to love this dish over the years. (5/5) - Lunchtime service was slow this day as I felt like I waited almost 1 hour for the food. (3/5) - Parking can be difficult at night but NYE was not a problem. (3/5) I've been coming here for over 30 years. They've gone away with the Lamborghini Countach posters in the restroom. It's been renovated nicely with marble/granite. My Persian buddy that took me here as a teenager still ask me about this place. When I'm nearby, I'll order the lamb tongue for takeout. I am impressed that I've seen staff members from eons ago still around. Valet parking here is very convenient.

I love coming to this restaurant when I'm in the city and craving for Persian food. It was busy during dinner time, but luckily we got seated in about 15 minutes. We ordered the Baba Ghanoush, a smoked roasted egg plant with tahini that's finely chopped smoothly to spread over the pita bread. Kashke Bademjan is an eggplant with garlic and mint combined smoothly. A perfect combination with the pita bread. Chelo-kabob Koobideh, a ground meat that's combined with Angus beef and lamb with Persian spices, it was perfectly grilled. Koresht Fesenjoon, a chicken thigh cooked in dry roasted walnuts and pomegranate juice. This was tender, and the sauce had a mild sweet and sour taste to it. Koresht bademjan, a lamb shank that's braised with eggplant and tomato saffron, it was really tender and savory. My favorite dessert is the homemade Baklava, a sweet phyllo crust with pistachios, a perfect way to end the meal. Great service, definitely will come back again.

Lunch at this spot was a delightful experience--especially for my keto-loving friend who skips carbs without complaint. We arrived on a quiet weekday, and I mean really quiet--we were the only diners in the place. Our order was simple but satisfying: four kebabs, a generous helping of garlic dip, and an unusual request for extra onion as a carb-free alternative to the pile of pita (which I happily demolished). The kebabs--those long, flavorful skewers of seasoned lamb--were superbly spiced and incredibly dense, in the best way possible. I crafted little bites of pita, meat, and garlic sauce that were nothing short of heavenly. Even the roasted tomato on the plate was worth mentioning for its smoky perfection. But let's not forget the real star of the show--the dining room kitty! This little feline sat quietly behind us throughout the entire meal, the picture of politeness. It added a cozy, quirky charm that I'll remember long after the taste of garlic dip fades. Final verdict? Great food, fantastic ambiance (thanks, kitty), and an enjoyable lunch break. =^..^=

Food: 4.3/5 The meal started with warm bread, greens, sumac and good butter. Ghormeh sabzi tasted authentic. The rice for the kebab dish had an unexpected sweetness to it which I didn't necessarily enjoy. Chicken kebob was ok. My personal favorite was the lule (with ground lamb and beef). Presentation: 4.7/5 The dishes were not works of art, but the food was served in a family style which felt very traditional and made us nostalgic for home. We loved every bit of it. Service: 5/5 The staff were super friendly and prompt with our requests. Atmosphere: 4/5 A cozy but spacious family restaurant vibes. Nothing spectacular though. Value: 4/5 While not inexpensive, the value to enjoyment ratio was fair. Overall Rating: 4.7/5 My friends and I enjoyed our time there and will go back when in need for some good kebob.

During a business trip, my boss recommended Maykadeh in Telegraph Hill for a great Persian lunch for myself and another colleague. Overall, the experience was quite lovely. On a picture-perfect day in San Francisco, the three of us scored a great shaded outdoor table to enjoy our lunch. Prior to sitting down, we were trying to find parking, which can prove nearly impossible in this area, especially on a Friday or Saturday. I did notice that a few spaces were reserved out front (apparently for valet), but they were not marked. A gentleman approached us when we parked and didn't tell us he was valet, but instead demanded our keys and $20. When I asked if he was the valet, he wouldn't answer, instead insisting we give him the keys and $20. I again questioned him but he wasn't answering my question. Eventually, someone from the restaurant confirmed that he was the valet. I didn't want to just hand over my car keys to a stranger, so I wished he just identified himself from the start, rather than create a minor hostile experience. Once seated, the service was friendly and welcoming. The woman that took our orders was quiet, but polite, and brought our food out within 20 minutes. I went with the Poussin entree, (Baby chicken with all the bones marinated in onion, saffron, lime juice, vegetables, Basmati rice), as my boss recommended getting this version with bone-in for all of the added marinated juices. When my plate arrived, it was quite full of color and flavors. The chicken itself was outstanding. Incredibly juicy, well seasoned and delicious. The Basmati rice was also excellent. However, aside from the wonderful grilled tomato, the green vegetables were a bit underwhelming in flavor and temperature with respect to the other elements on the plate. My colleagues also enjoyed their Koobideh skewers, and a little more adventurous Lamb Tongue and Brain, if that suits your particular taste palette. The prices are also very reasonable, considering the quality and the amount of food served. San Francisco is one of those great culinary cities in America. I have had some many wonderful experiences here. A restaurant like Maykadeh is a solid option if you are in the area looking for a casual, no fuss, homemade Persian culinary treat.