New Eritrea Restaurant & Bar
(415) 681-1288
907 Irving St
San Francisco,
CA
94122
37.7639
-122.4676
Neighborhoods: Inner Sunset, Central West
What People Are Saying About New Eritrea Restaurant & Bar
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Even though many of the regular patrons at this neighborhood favorite wouldn't be able to locate Eritrea on a map (FYI: it's a teeny-tiny country north of Ethiopia and east of Sudan, according to Google), they do know good food when they see it. And here, good food comes in the form of spicy stewed veggies (heavy on the lentils) and meats served family-style, to be eaten with your hands utilizing chunks of a sour, spongy, crepe-like bread called injera. Don't be fooled: the dishes don't look big, but they're definitely filling. Two vaguely tropical-themed dining rooms with a variety of table sizes and a grandiose bar make this a no-reservation-necessary sort of dinner date--if you don't mind getting yours hands dirty.
User Reviews
kivanov
June 24, 2009
Great restaurant!! The atmosphere is pretty with maps and pictures on the wall. There's a little bar that's looks charming with the glass lamps. It's usually pretty quite there though, so actually, the bar is a little unnecessary. However, if you want a fairly quiet comfortable place to enjoy a meal, than this place is great. The food is great too - good sized portions for fairly inexpensive prices! Ethiopian food is fun to have on a date. Since you'll be handling your food, it's a great ice-breaker! Lastly, they also have a a pretty good variety of drinks for a small restaurant - wines from different regions like Chile or Africa, bottled beers, sweet wines, steamed milk, and ethiopian coffee!!
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Anonymous
July 31, 2008
The menu had much to offer with a variety of meat and vegetarian/vegan options and when the food was delivered I was pleased by the large dish both my food and my sister's was served on. I had some sort of garlic/potatoe dish and guest had the spicey spicey beef.
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al04
December 15, 2006
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the whole Bay Area. The dishes are rich and flavorful and perfect with steamed milk or honey wine. Service is friendly and atmosphere is laid-back and great for groups.
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Parking:
It can take awhile to find a space on Irving, so try Kirkham, two blocks south.
The Extras:
The restaurant will host private parties, call for more information.
Know Before You Go:
Eritrean food is similar to Ethiopian except with an extra spicy kick to many of the dishes. Ask about which dishes can be ordered mild if you're not comfortable with some serious heat.
The Extras:
The restaurant is a great spot for group dining and rarely requires a reservation; if you want a private party planned or have a large group, call for info.
Save Money:
Go for the shareable platters (there's one for vegetarians, too) for a little bit of everything at a reasonable price.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Lunch Spot, Romantic Dining, Group Dining
