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Baghdad Nights

682 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone: (415) 861-6111
Baghdad Nights
Price:
$
Cross Street:
Pierce Street
Hours:
Daily 5pm-2am

Editorial Review for Baghdad Nights – by Lorraine Sanders

As obsessed as we clearly are with Iraq, strange that hardly anyone's tried the food; turns out the palette is pretty similar to it's Mesopotamian brothers, which is to say, pretty tasty. While most of the city's Middle Eastern eateries are either overtly trendy and overdone or ultra-casual joints serving cheap fare to-go, Baghdad Nights fits right in the middle: moderate prices, interesting decor, and a raised back section that easily lends itself to private events make this an attractive choice for larger parties. Kebabs and lamb dishes, especially the beraini and quzi, are among the specialties here, though vegetarians will find plenty of meatless options peppering the menu. Saturday night belly dancing performances cast a festive spirit over the dark wood tables, cushioned seats and pale yellow walls hung with colorful tapestries and framed depictions of Iraq--as it once was, at least.

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Fun Fact

All of the art and artifacts decorating the interiors hail from Iraq.

The Extras

The restaurant offers takeout, catering services and space for private parties.

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The restaurant adds a 17 percent gratuity for parties of six or more.

User Reviews for Baghdad Nights

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/16/2008 Posted by INNA75

IF IT'S A TIME FOR A PARTY OR JUST A DINNER - GO TO Baghdad Nights. WHAT DO WE NEED : FRESH FOOD, TASTE GREAT AND THE BEST SERVICE YOU'VE EVER HAD. GO EAT ENJOY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

4 Star Rating: Recommended

03/25/2008 Posted by ghostsamurai

Don't let the Neon Sign and front entrance fool you. This little place has great ambiance. The service was absolutely ABSOLUTELY fantastic. The food was a wonderful blend of being light/healthy portions but perfectly done hints of flavor in everything. So often we are accustomed to food that is inundated with herbs, sauces, muddling the flavors and cooking. This place uses light touches of flavoring and sauces and tones everything down making the food some of the best Middle Eastern food we've had in San Francisco. A definite must try. I expect this place to become popular very quickly!

Pros: Food, Service, Ambiance

Cons: Lighting (dim), Front Signage (kinda cheesy)

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Editor's Review

The city's only Iraqi restaurant, Baghdad Nights serves authentic Mesopotamian dishes ranging from beef kebabs to seafood beriani, and fits right into the Lower Haight.  See the full editorial review.

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All of the art and artifacts decorating the interiors hail from Iraq.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Metered

Hours

  • Daily 5pm-2am

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • Visa
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • American Express

Cuisines

  • Middle Eastern

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Date Spot
  • Late Night Dining
  • Group Dining
  • Open 7 Days

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