Hours
Closed$25avg per personmedium confidence
Tender, fiery Yemeni comfort in the Tenderloin
Based on 214 reviews
authentic spices and flavorsgenerous portionsfriendly, local atmosphere
menu could use more picturessome dishes (like haneeth) have variable meat‑to‑bone ratio
$25/person
Best for: Spicy food lovers (lamb saltah brings serious heat and depth) · Group meals or casual gatherings (large platters and shareable dishes) · Exploring authentic Yemeni cuisine beyond kebabs · Budget-conscious diners seeking generous portions · Casual lunches or dinners near the Warfield or Tenderloin
Busiest: Weekend evenings and pre‑Warfield showtimes
Reservations: Recommended
What to Order
9 dishesLamb Saltah
$18.00A bubbling, two‑alarm spicy lamb stew crowned with fenugreek hulbah foam—rich, comforting, and addictive when scooped up with flatbread
Yemeni Kabab (ground beef & lamb)
$18.99Spiced ground beef‑lamb kebab, juicy and fragrant, with cumin, onion, and cilantro—grilled and deeply flavorful
Chicken Shish Kabab
$17.99Tender, marinated chicken cubes grilled to juicy perfection with Middle Eastern spices
Lamb Kabsa
$24.99Fragrant spiced rice with tender lamb, richly seasoned in the Yemeni tradition
YK Mezza Platter
$15.99A generous sampler of hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel and dolma served with pita—great for sharing or starting your meal
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Hummus
$7.49Creamy, tangy chickpea‑tahini dip—smooth and comforting
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Baba Ghanoush
$7.49Smoky roasted‑eggplant dip with tahini and garlic—rich and well‑balanced
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Flatbread (homemade bread)
$2.99Crackery‑soft, slightly sweet flatbread made to order—perfect for scooping up saltah or dips
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Egyptian Lemon‑Mint Juice
$6.99Bright, refreshing lemon‑mint drink—cool and cleansing alongside rich dishes
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