Beautiful restaurant with amazing food and charming vibe. The owner was so sweet and welcoming , service is amazing . Will definitely come back whenever we are in San Francisco :) Cheers

We had a great time here, the food was fantastic my kids and I loved it!

Great place for kebabs, and the staff is beyond sweet. We tried one dish that my husband wasn't a fan of and they were kind enough to offer a replacement of our choice, despite the kitchen closing. Will come again!

Delicious restaurant with kind service. We were lucky to be able to dine inside the flower shop - was a really unique experience and the food was also delicious! Almost everything is gluten free as well.

One of my favorite restaurants in SF. Lovely family-owned restaurant and they clearly put a lot of love into this restaurant. It's beautiful and the outdoor space was very cozy with the heat lamps and decor. Really warm service. Their lavash salad is my favorite salad of all time - lime, apple, walnut, mint - so fresh and divine. Their dessert with saffron ice cream and faloodeh is one of my favorite restaurant desserts of all time too. Rose and lime leaving you with a feeling that you are living la vie en rose, at least for that meal and for that evening. Brought parents here for their first time trying Persian food and they fell in love with it. Healthy yet fancy and comforting at the same time.

+2

Good vibe, great service and authentic Persian dishes. My order was fesenjan (Walnut stew with pomegranate and chicken) , which was yummy. Bakhteyari kebabs are also one of my favorites here.

+1

got the darya platter for two: skewers of salmon, shrimp and two salads. very tasty and flavorful! also, a wonderful elegant ambiance and yet very laid back and friendly. the mint tea is wonderful too, with all those fresh mint leaves. will definitely be going back for more. the appetizers are just ok but the salads and entrees are simply spectacular! generous portions too. the check came to $46 per person including a big tip.

This cute Persian restaurant has good service and great vibes. The food selection is extensive. I would love to see some impossible/beyond meat options for stews and kebabs. I really enjoyed their fish and sabzi polo, although the fish preparation could be tweaked a bit, especially for Nowruz. Their Fesenjoon was a bit too sweet for my taste. The Gheymeh bademjoon was tasty, but its presentation could be improved. The Ghormeh sabzi was also good but a bit watery. This is why I gave 4 stars. The food is very good overall but could be enhanced in authenticity and presentation. My least favorite aspect is the noise and vibrations from the nearby Muni. I still highly recommend this place for a great 4-star Persian dining experience and plan to return.

The best Persian restaurant in SF ! I’ve been to many different ones that are supposed to be decent, however, none is better than this place. I usually order lavash special and fesenjan and they are out of world . The mean is so tender, juice with lots of flavors they marinate. Rice is buttery with full of saffron flavor . I probably come here every month and the quality of foods is always consistent. Highly highly recommend this place if you want to try Persian foods !

3/24 Ate, pleased, ate more… ate too much. Very good dining experience. Lively atmosphere. Seating available both inside and outside covered sidewalk tables. Veggie kabob a valued flavor filled entree; I’ve not had any better. 11/23 Tasty and cooked well.

Amazing persian restaurant. We stopped by here after a long day visiting the Golden Gate Park. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor sitting. There are many beautiful plants and flowers around the restaurant. The food was amazing and the staff were friendly. Try the Ghormrsabzi with tadig. The pomegranate ice cream with dark chocolate chips were absolutely amazing.

+3

I've had lunch here and bragged to my husband so much that he used Lavash to cater a surprise party for me with 60 people at Temple Bar's party room. Food and setup were awesome and friends and family LOVED the food! Ample portions- which you don't always get -was so appreciated1

Absolutely love this place. My go to for well balanced Persian food, run by an elegant Persian lady. It's intimate, cozy, staff is very friendly and helpful and the food is great! Very authentic, best in town. Merci

I have had the pleasure of dining at Lavash on two separate occasions, and I must admit that this Persian restaurant in San Francisco's Sunset neighborhood continues to leave an indelible mark on my palate. Lavash is not just a dining destination; it is a culinary gem that is unquestionably worth the drive from outside the city. The food at Lavash is nothing short of phenomenal. On each visit, I have explored different aspects of their menu, and I cannot recommend certain dishes enough. The Sabzi Platter is a splendid introduction to the vibrant and diverse flavors of Persian cuisine. Lavash bread, fresh herbs, tomatoes, cucumber, walnuts, grapes, and delectable feta cheese create a harmonious medley of tastes and textures that are simply irresistible. The Shiraz Salad is another standout dish, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to using high-quality, fresh ingredients. Crisp vegetables, fragrant herbs, and a zesty dressing come together in a perfect symphony of flavors that refresh the palate. One of the highlights of Lavash's menu is undoubtedly the Lavash Special. This dish is a true celebration of Persian culinary expertise. The tender and succulent meats, perfectly seasoned and charred to perfection, are paired with fluffy saffron-infused rice and grilled vegetables. It's a culinary journey that every food enthusiast should embark upon. Lastly, the Makhloot, a delightful Persian dessert, is the perfect sweet ending to a remarkable meal at Lavash. It is half Faloodeh and half Bastani - its combination of pistachios, saffron, and rosewater, creates a dessert that is both exotic and comforting. Definitely a must-try with cherry juice and/or lime juice, which they serve on the side. (I even joked with the owners if I could buy a whole gallon of Bastani and have it in the comfort of my home. It's that good!!!) In addition to the exceptional food, Lavash boasts a warm and inviting ambiance that complements the overall dining experience. The attentive and knowledgeable staff adds a touch of hospitality that makes each visit memorable. Lavash has earned its place as a true treasure in the Sunset neighborhood.

High quality and authentic Persian food with one of the prettiest outdoor seatings possible. I've ordered a lot of different dishes here (and I forgot to take pictures of in the past) but the Barg and Koobideh (shown) are my favorite. They also provide appetizers with flat bread+cheese (also shown). Easily my favorite Persian place in SF.

Loved the food, the presentation and our very friendly and attentive waiter. Lavash is very popular so the noise levels are significant. It was less noisy after 8/8:30 when the earlier diners had cleared out. We enjoyed an eggplant appetizer (Kashk-e Bademjan), the Shiraz salad, and the koobideh and joojeh kebabs. Portions were huge and we took boxes home to enjoy lunch the day after. Public parking was free and easy at a lot around the corner on 7th Ave

Lavash has some of the best Persian food I have tried anywhere in the United States. The name is shared with a thin Persian bread and that theme is shown on the food with the lavash bread being served with feta cheese and vegetables as well as with the kabobs and rice. The interior is warm and inviting and the koobideh is cooked to perfection. Be sure to have the ash e reshteh soup on a cold day.

+4

my god this is the best mf food i ever had. definitely going to be back numerous times this year. blessed for my girlfriend for having a good eye on picking food places because my goodness i would’ve missed out. great costumer service and just a 100/10 experience. HIGHLY recommend.

One of the best Persian restaurants in San Francisco Bay area. Their Koobide in particular is top notch.

Amazing food and good service (no dine-in yet). Highly recommend it, if your want to taste some good Persian food in San Francisco area. We stopped by for lunch and tried their Koobideh (minced beef kabab). Koobideh had a nice char on outside but yet were juicy inside. We liked it so we took home their Lavash Special (lamb, chicken, Koobideh combo) for dinner. Their lamb chops were absolutely perfect for our taste (nice char outside and tender juicy inside). Chicken pieces were flavorful, but because they were breast meat, I thought they were a little dry. The chicken thigh meat pieces would have been more flavorful, I think. The fresh herbs mix (including tarragon) provided on the side complemented well with the dish. Lavash bread was soft and rice was flavorful. We will definitely be visiting this place whenever we are in the UCSF/Golden Gate Park area. Updated 17 Mar 2023 with pictures from our recent visit.

This is my second time writing a review about this restaurant (unfortunately I had to delete my last comments in order to write this one) great restaurant. The owner whom I’d like to call Nazzy (short for Nazila), is so dedicated to her business that years of experience, have made her a problem solver, strong with amazing skills. How do I know? I just feel and see it in her face. They we’re kind enough to accommodate us even though we had no reservations. Her son is so attentive and quick. We noticed the fall foliage in those beautiful large vases had changed to beautiful spring blooms which cheered up the entire restaurant. All the servers were so responsive and the food as always was superb. This is perhaps the best Persian restaurant in San Francisco area. A must on everyone’s list.

+6

Highly recommended! The lovely waiters, delicious foods and the nice environment made my night. The waiters were handsome, polite, fast and well experienced. The quality of the food was great and we enjoyed from the delicious meals, specially Baghali Polo which had a unique taste. The presentation was good enough for a 5 stars. The environment was so lovely and it provides a nice atmosphere for spending your time. I will go there again if I have the chances to visit SF more. Also don’t forget to try Persian tea at the end :).

+2

“We had our post-wedding dinner organization in Lavash and everything was perfect. The tables were prepared with great care; the attention they attach to detail is really admirable. Everything from apetizers to main food to desserts was perfect. They also decorated our cake very well, which made us very happy. I love Lavash and thank them for making this experience unforgettable.”

+2

Lavash in San Francisco truly impressed us! The kabob barg was absolutely phenomenal — tender, flavorful, and perfectly grilled. It’s easily one of the best I’ve had outside of Iran. The ghormeh sabzi also stood out; it had that comforting, homemade taste that immediately reminded me of traditional family cooking. A special thank you to Mr. Rostam, who took care of our table. He was incredibly friendly and attentive, which made our experience even more enjoyable.

Favorites: Kebab Great persian restaurant with nice vibe. Their Kebab and appetizer dishes are delicious.

+6

Great food in a captivating environment. It was very loud and hard to hear, but had a wonderful dinner

+4

Possibly the best Persian restaurant in Northern California (Shalizaar is a close 2nd). Service is pleasant (something usually lacking in Persian restaurants for unknown reasons), food is pretty good with decent portions, and the ambiance is lovely. We tried the signature Soltani, barg and rice were great while koobideh was medium good. Mast moosir was excellent and the house doogh (yogurt drink) was well presented as well as delicious. Parking is a bit tricky but doable. Probably a good idea to call ahead and ask for a table if you're going with a big group.

Lavash has the best home made quality food in San Francisco! The food is really delicious and the service and ambience is always excellent. I am so grateful to have this beautiful Persian restaurant in the city I live !!

I’ve been coming to lavash for years, by far my favorite Persian restaurant. The service is amazing and I leave feeling uplifted everytime. Fresh ingredients and authentic dishes. Highly recommend to anyone visiting San Francisco

One of the finest restaurant in the area, from the classic hi dine food to the amazing staff. We highly recommend for couples.

I have nothing but praise for this place. Great food and given the space constraints they are always accommodating and the entire staff is nice. Portions are appropriate and the food tastes great. It’s a family run business with family recipes from the old country. 5 stars in every category.

It was amazing! I had the best Dolma and Zeytoon Parvardeh of my life at this restaurant.

We had a reunion with nine friends and the whole experience was five stars. The food was delicious and the service was hyper attentive. Our server was awesome, she helped us pick the right dishes, the best drinks, just the appetizers we needed, and she made sure that we were well taken care of all the time we were there. And we were sitting in one of the outside booths while it was pouring in SF! Food wise, my favorite was the mixed chicken breast and beef kebob, so tasty and cooked to perfection! Will come back 100% sure!

We had a very pleasant experience at this place. The food was delicious and well prepared. The waiters were all polite and respectful. What I noticed most was the vibe of the restaurant: The music, the style, and overall, the whole experience was smooth and nice.

+2

Amazing food, service and atmosphere ✨. Will definitely be back to also try Napoleon!

Our visit here was truly enjoyable from the moment we walked in. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and full of great flavor. The staff treated us with genuine kindness and professionalism, which made us feel very welcome. What really stood out was the atmosphere. The music selection, the decor, and the overall flow of the evening created such a relaxed and inviting setting. Everything felt seamless and carefully put together. A wonderful dining experience all around.

I had an absolutely amazing experience in Lavash. Maybe the only persian place I could find which was vegetarian friendly. The staff were very friendly and helped through my journey with persian cuisine I highly suggest it for vegetarians who wanna experience these tastes are generally gated. The doug was amazing, I’ve been told it is not everyone but it was for me. Tahdig was unique and polo was hearty. Word of caution, the portions are quite huge and the polo caught off guard. Overall a 10/10 experience and I will be back

The roasted eggplant and labneh were excellent! The chicken kebabs were super juicy — highly recommend

+1

Iman Yeckehzaare

I had a fantastic meal at Lavash! The Shishlik (lamb chops) was absolutely amazing—perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. If you are looking for great Persian food in San Francisco, I highly recommend this spot.

Gonzalo Mannucci

Lavash is one of my new favorite restaurants in San Francisco. The owners greeted us warmly at the door, the service was professional and friendly and the food was beautifully presented and delicious! This restaurant is very special and highly recommended.

M.Ali Mostafavi

Great Persian food, friendly service, lots op options on the menu

Maba Rostami

The lamb rack and chicken kebab was cooked to perfection , best Persian restaurant in the city

Brian B

Here’s a polished, enthusiastic review you can use: --- **⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5** I had an absolutely wonderful experience at **Lavesh**, the Persian restaurant in SF! The food was truly outstanding — every dish was rich with flavor, beautifully seasoned, and clearly made with care. I especially loved sitting inside the shop; the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for enjoying a great meal. The service was also impressive. Everything was prompt, friendly, and attentive without ever feeling rushed. Overall, Lavesh delivered an exceptional dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back — highly recommended!

Leonard Calvo

I'm a big fan of Iranian food before coming here, but I brought a nonbeliever and she really loved it! The service was super friendly and welcoming. We got a kabob combination to share and every bite was delicious. Washing it all down with a Persian tea tied the meal together. Excited to turn other people onto this place.

Teresita S

My favorite Persian spot in the Bay! I've only ordered takeout so I can't review the table service but the food is so good here! The rice and the protein are always cooked to perfection. I can't say enough good things about how flavorful the food is. I can't believe how well the food travels too because it's still so delicious after sitting on the drive home.

Omar

First time trying Persian food and it was so delicious! I ordered the kobiddeh kabob and the meat was so juicy and flavorful. The dough on the bottom catching the flavors was a perfect ending for a delicious meal. Really enjoyed the atmosphere as well.

Ahmad Danaee

This is almost as good as it gets. I was supposed with the panir-sabzi appetizer on the house, which was so damn good. Ordered the Zeresh Polo and chicken/beef combo. Both were really good. Atmosphere is unique for a Persian restaurant and you’d be enjoying your time at Lavash. Tahdig was the only dish that disappointed. Prices were OK for SF

Lavendrous

I recently had the pleasure of dining at an Iranian gem in San Francisco that left my taste buds singing with delight. This hidden culinary treasure boasts an impressive array of delectable dishes that elevate Persian cuisine to a whole new level. From succulent kebabs to flavorful stews, each plate was a symphony of authentic flavors, prepared with evident skill and passion. The ambiance of the restaurant transported me to the heart of Iran, with its charming décor and inviting setting. The warm lighting and traditional accents created an enchanting atmosphere that perfectly complemented the exquisite cuisine. However, I must admit that the experience was slightly marred by the lackluster customer service. The waitstaff, unfortunately, seemed disengaged and inattentive, which was disappointing given the overall exceptional quality of the establishment. While the food and ambiance were unparalleled, the subpar service left a noticeable gap in an otherwise outstanding dining experience. Despite this shortcoming, the restaurant's culinary prowess and captivating ambiance make it a must-visit for anyone seeking an extraordinary taste of Iran in the heart of San Francisco.

+2

Cute home feeling restaurant, however I found the rice dishes too oily. And service is slow. Good part: nice decoration with huge bouquets of fresh cut flowers. And generous free appetizer.

+1

Koobide was very delicious. Good portion size for the price. Served over lavash which is the best part of the plate after the juices soak in.

We ordered 2 Soltanis which was really good in portion. The service was also great, and the seating area outside was nice. We have tried much better Soltanis in other places, but it worth to try it, especially with the service and friendly people serving here.

Good food, good service, nice vibes, a bit pricey $$$. Came with 6 with a reservation for 6 pm on a Saturday night. We were seated outdoors. It was a bit windy so we would have preferred indoor seating. Unfortunately we weren't given an option. For apps, we had the eggplant dish. The dish was mediocre. I wouldn't order again. For entrees,The lavish special and Persian special were plenty for 5 people. We even had enough leftover for a sixth. The beef and chicken kebabs were solid options. Lamb was well done but small size. The beef and lamb kebab mix was a surprise hit. Thess type of kebabs are easy to dry out but the chef managed to keep the meat tender. The service was solid and the staff was really nice. The only minus was the lackluster mint tea. For other similar restaurants they have premade tea. Here they give you a small pot filled with mint leaves and a few sides and you have to make the mint tea yourself.

I really liked the koobideh here. I Also thought the fesenjoon and ghormeh sabzi with tahdig were great! However the ash reshteh and barg were not my favorite. Overall I’d say this is the best Persian restaurant in San Francisco, reasonable prices and friendly staff.

+6

I came here with a friend, the food was amazing, and the service can use some improvement. I will come and try something else. I do recommend this place over some other in the area.

TLDR: 3.5 stars amazing service but flavors were a bit lacking for me We came in around 5:15 without a reservation and were seated with an ask to have the table ready for a 6:30 reservation. Our server was pleasant and welcoming, gave us a sample of the house drink to try in case we didn’t want a full glass. The presentation of the teas were very nice as well with rock candy to sweeten the tea. The salad dressing in the lavash salad was too salty and the lamb chops were cooked to the perfect temperature but the seasoning lacked a bit of flavor (the gaminess of the lamb was taken out in a way that eliminated the overall flavor). In this case, I rounded up to a 4 because of the amazing service but the flavor of the food was a bit one note

+1

My experience starts strong, from the beautiful flower arrangements that elevate the atmosphere to the fantastic, well-designed menu and website. They set a high bar before you even take a bite. Despite following the website's policy (calling for same-day reservations), the initial interaction was jarring: a strict time limit was imposed before seating, making the start of the meal feel unwelcome and rushed. The staff should be better equipped to provide menu suggestions to guests. The service needs refinement to match the cuisine. Lavash has the quality kitchen and aesthetics of a top-tier restaurant.

Loveddd the chicken kebabs and the lamb! Def recommend!

+2

Phuong Luong

The roasted eggplant spread was incredible, would go back just for this. The chicken kebabs were good, koobideh kebabs were a little too bready, and the chicken pomegranate walnut curry was very walnut-y. Portions were a little small tho

Sepehr Mousaviyan

Doesn’t feel like authentic Persian place since the crew are all non-Persian and even the design has nothing to do with Persian tradition but a painting of Manghal with Kabab’s grilled on top of it. Barg was really good if you add a bit of salt (8.5/10) Koobideh was 7/10 since the proportion of beef was more than it should’ve been.

Nikki A

Ambiance: The place has a lovely patio and a cozy, welcoming interior, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. Service: Incredibly friendly staff with amazing service that made the experience feel warm and inviting. Food: The Fesenjoon was absolutely outstanding — rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The Baghali Polo was good, though I wish the sauce had a more full-bodied consistency. Overall, a wonderful Persian dining experience.

+1

Julia Enthoven

I really enjoy this place — have been twice. we got a spot without a reservation during prime time. Ambiance is nice with a fireplace and fancy table cloths. Good wine, reasonable prices. We enjoyed the Persian dinner for 2 — the chicken was very good! Also enjoyed the eggplant appetizer and meat.

Wolf Fivousix

MAKE RESERVATIONS. Always saw this place busy and tried walking in for an early dinner when there were few customers... Couldn't even get a table, but they were kind enough to arrange a spot in the outdoor area. Food wise, tasted amazing! Never had Persian food before, so I don't have a good comparison, but the dishes were flavorful, meet very tender and the eggplant was divine! It's on the pricy side, but definitely worth a try!

On june10th, we had a dinner at this place. I couldn.t reserve a table that was my mistake. But when we came in at 5pm they were empty. Hostess said all table reserved so we sat right next to door and front of staffs corner. We spent just one hour and only 3 tables filled when we were there. Like they reserve tables for the ghosts, i guess. Food was fine, we liked it. Main problem was staffs. All the waiters and waitresses were stand right behind us talking so loud, making jokes and laughing so loud like they dont care our experience. Even we couldn.t hear any music, i dont know maybe they dont play music inside or they were too loud like i cannot hear that music. After food served on table their chit chat was still loud and soooo unconfortable to dine. We tried to leave asap so i requested a bill and to go boxes. Right after brought boxes waiter started a clean the table even we were still sitting there. If he gave our bill first we can leave and he can clean up after us. Super disrespectfully. Then we requested the bill again and finally got able to leave. Never dine again.

We were deciding where to eat and settled on Lavash, a Persian spot. The outdoor sidewalk patio area is cute but didn't see any heaters (only a few blankets). No lunch options sadly. - Armenian coffee ($5.00 USD) - 2x Kashk-e bademjan ($9.00 USD) - lavash bread was a touch dry, eggplant dip was solid. - Bademjan ($27.00 USD) - lamb was slightly dry, eggplant was great. - Lavash special ($53.00 USD) - rice was nice and buttery. Chicken slightly overcooked. The mixed ground beef & lamb skewer were better. Lamb chop were easily the best bites. - Taste of Persia ($57.00 USD) - beef fillet was nicely cooked. Decent Persian eats but pricey. Nothing we can't find back home. 3.5 stars.

+6

The atmosphere is cool and the staff are really nice so is the service. We ordered chicken and koobideh kabob with salad; the chicken was great, koobideh is so so, but the appetizer plate isn’t as it used to be; missing walnut, grapes, and the lavash bread was very stale.

Not all of the menu is (halal). I liked the appetizer, but the main dish was not very good. Overall, the experience was not too bad.

+3

The food was just okay—too dry for my taste. The atmosphere is cute, but the experience felt overly fancy without basic things like salt, pepper, or even offering a spoon. I won’t be returning, especially since there are other Persian restaurants in San Francisco with better food and bigger portions.

I had ash-e-reshteh and koubideh at this restaurant a couple of days ago. Personally, I didn't like the quality of aash-e-reshted overall (esp. the garlic pieces in it) but the koubideh was fine; the amount of sumac they offered and also the rice besides the kabob was really good and more than enough. The service, area, and atmosphere was all fine. Overall, I think the prices must be a little bit expensive for this level of quality.

Mehdi Karamnejad

great atmosphere, super friendly staff. The food is decent. But not the greatest koobide it’s not professionally hand crafted as it should. It tastes pretty good tho. The 3 star is because of the price to portion ratio. the portion size compared to price is not great value. but 16 bucks for tahdig is just ridiculous.

Lavash was my favorite Persian place in the Bay Area, but over the last 2 years, food quality and portion went down significantly! Specifically, tahdig was very disappointing… nothing like the Persian tahdig you expect!

The atmosphere was cozy, but unfortunately, the poor service ruined our experience. I requested a well-done kabob, but it arrived pink. It took a long time for the waitress to check on us so I could mention the issue, though they did kindly address it. However, when the “well-done” kabob was brought back, it was still pink! To make matters worse, the waitress never returned to check if the food was satisfactory. I also had to remind her to bring the complimentary sabzi and bread, which should have been served automatically. It’s worth noting that the restaurant was, at most, half full, so the lack of attentiveness was disappointing. Tahdig with gheymeh bademjoon was delicious, but koobideh was so average.

I went it without a reservation and since the indoor dining area was completely empty, was debating getting a seat inside, the manager/owner lady audibly addressed the waitress that was greeting me to tell me they can’t seat me inside, without acknowledging me and with a very impolite tone and facial cue. I got sat outside. None of the chicken/meat options are halal (except the shishlik) so I got Ash Reshte and Kuku Sabzi. Ash reshte was OK. Could have used more salt, kashk, noodles. Kuku sabzi was truly the worst I have ever tried. The texture was off. The taste was gross. The ratio of eggs to herbs and veggies was also off. I could only manage one small bite and returned the dish (which they still charged me for). The presentation was also weird, one of the three pieces was half the size of the other two, and the barberry garnish had rice in it, which made me wonder it was scraped off of a rice dish and put there (and maybe the small kuku piece was also salvaged like that?). All in all, very bad experience.

Was very excited about this place given the wonderful ambiance and welcoming staff. The food however, was incredibly subpar and not worth the price for almost any of the dishes. Almost all of the apps, bread, dips are served cold with very limited seasoning or flavor. For example, the panir dish is some cold salad, nuts, and cold feta. The labneh also lacked much flavor. The menu options were also quite limited and often just variations of the same. The highlight item - kebabs - are served with 90% plain rice and very limited yellow rice. While the kebabs themselves were good, it wasn’t anything to write home about. The menu needs a lot more variety, substance, and most importantly, more hot dishes! The servers were incredible however, were very kind, prompt, and accommodating.

Sara Yazdani

The kebab was disappointing, but the other dishes were quite good. The highlight of the meal was definitely the Armenian coffee — rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared.

the old women who appeared to be the owner is the main reason we won't go back there anymore with her attitude also the worse rice I ever had . don't try using there restroom you will be disappointed

I brought my two daughters here to experience another Persian restaurant in San Francisco. My daughters are biracial/half Persian, do we have eaten in many Persian restaurants, in Chicago. New York, Vancouver, Arizona, Los Angeles and San Francisco. This was by far my worst experience after 40 years of dining in Persian restaurants. The low rating is specifically for the service and atmosphere. The racism and bias of the hostess/greeter was very palpable. We were not welcomed and it was obvious, this was due to our skin color. We were sat outside and no one approached our table for 20 minutes. We were then told our waiter is coming did we want any drinks. We had to ask for water for our table after 20 minutes. When our waitress did arrive, we we asked "Are you ready?". We were not greeted warmly and we had to chase the waitstaff for refills, extra bread, etc. The waiter and waitress did not offer their name and seemed very afraid of us, a woman with two teen daughters. My daughters were afraid and saddened by this treatment, especially since they have been warmly accepted by other Persian establishments. Conversely, the staff was warm and welcoming to their other guests. Their white customers were treated with smiles and courteous service. The behavior exhibited by the waitstaff was disturbing and disgusting.

Flavor of the kebab was disappointing . No refill for the drink! They charged the extra half of the tomato! We sat outdoor. Inside smelt like ghormesabzi! I used the restroom and there was no paper toilet or toilet sit cover! We asked them to split the bill and they didn’t even bother themselves to do it!

This is the overall experience when I picked up order from this store.. they told me to wait for 10min I waited and then another lady comes in and again 10 minutes and again 10 minutes.. I waited more then 1 hour but they just kept lying.. if you ever even thinking about ordering from this store and pick up then you just forget about it.. they don’t treat you well.. they don’t treat well for other delivery driver who are trying to make it.. and they don’t respect the time of others..

Terrible! I had eaten at Lavash a few times before. I think the quality of food has gone down significantly over the past year. Our table (mixed of Iranian and non-Iranian friends) tried 7 different appetizers and main dishes and they were all disappointing. The service was slow and minimal too. We all decided we wouldn’t go back to this restaurant.

There was only one meal out of the six ordered that was worth eating and that was the chicken and steak kabob. The stews were terrible as was the bland salad. The teas had no flavor. The service wasn’t good either. First they brought out the wrong meals and then served the correct meals at different times. It was a long wait for bad food.

Didn’t even get to order. We got booted out for having a pizza with us from another place because that’s all our toddler will eat. Not a friendly or accommodating atmosphere by any measure.

I am shocked by how bad the Kashk-e Bademjan was, and the Borani description mentioned five different ingredients, but the only thing you could taste was low-quality yogurt. Dough should be one of the most authentic and beautiful cultural drinks, but it was completely tasteless. The place is called Lavash, yet the main entrées don’t come with any lavash. The only bread they served at the beginning was cold, store-bought lavash that you could easily buy yourself. When we asked them to heat it up, they said they could only use the microwave. That’s an interesting way to show business respect, right there. We tried $150 worth of main entrées, and I’ve had much better meals for $50. Nothing special here.

I ordered Kubideh and Bakhtiari (Barg and Jujeh). The Kubideh was dry and very bland, far below what you’d expect from a Persian restaurant. The Jujeh kabab was the real problem: it was completely raw inside, as if it had been on the grill for only a few seconds. We couldn’t even eat a single piece and had to throw the entire Jujeh away. Serving raw chicken is unacceptable and unsafe. This was a very disappointing experience overall.

Portion of the food was very small. 15 minutes wait time for using the bathroom. Overcooked rice. They are pushy to get you out of there once you don’t eating, not thinking you may wanna have desert. Overall the place would me much more peaceful without a lady manager on the floor.

The food was actually very good — fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. Unfortunately, the service completely ruined the experience. The front desk lady was extremely rude and had a noticeable attitude from the moment we walked in. What made it worse was that we were seated at a tiny table meant for two people, even though there were multiple four-person tables clearly available in the restaurant. It felt unnecessary and uncomfortable, and when we politely asked about it, the response was dismissive. Great food deserves better hospitality. Sadly, the lack of basic courtesy and customer service would make me think twice before coming back.

There was a stone in their food. The server, was almost dismissive about it. The food doesn’t taste Persian at all, they are made up. Ingredients not fresh.

This used to be my go to place for Persian food in SF. Their portions, the quality of meat and everything was amazing. But over the past few years I have noticed that their food is getting so bad. The portions have gotten much smaller, the quality of the meat is awful now and the last couple of times that I got take out, the meat was so undercooked and looked so bad. I used to bring a lot of friends here when they would visit town and I would always hype this place up, but the last few times the food was so bad that I got embarrassed in front of my friends. I really wish they would work on this and improve this situation because I really want to continue supporting them.

Vahideh Allahyari

Based on our previous positive experience, we chose this restaurant again. Unfortunately, this visit was very disappointing. The owner (a lady) gave us the worst table and refused to seat us inside or at any other available tables. She claimed that those tables were reserved, yet no one occupied them during our entire meal. We were told we had one hour to dine, but after only 45 minutes she rushed us to finish quickly. This caused unnecessary stress, especially as my friend was experiencing swallowing difficulties. Despite this, we were pressured to leave. When we left the restaurant, there were still three empty tables. I tried to explain my friend’s medical issue to the owner, but she responded very rudely, saying, “That’s your problem.” This level of service and lack of empathy was shocking and completely ruined what should have been an enjoyable experience.

Anahita Ghassempour

Very disappointed! This is what they gave us as Faloodeh for $13 to go! The owner rushed us through our food, claiming her reservation had arrived—very rude and poor manners. If you don’t have space don’t accept more guests. Greedy and disappointed.

Peyk Bahar

Very disappointing experience .. I used to really like this restaurant but the last two times I have been there recently had a terrible experience.. the appetizers were very low quality and don’t taste anything like the Persian names used for them .. the owner or manager working as the host were very rude and despite the fact that the restaurant looked pretty empty pretended to have many reservations. I won’t be back there any more and recommend that you avoid that place.