Shalimar Restaurant in San Francisco: photos, reviews, menu

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Shalimar Restaurant in San Francisco's vibrant Tenderloin district offers a delightful culinary escape with its authentic Halal Indian cuisine. Known for its quick service and affordable pricing, Shalimar is a favorite among both locals and tourists seeking a casual dining experience. The buffet features a tempting array of small plates and vegetarian options, perfect for anyone looking to explore new flavors. Guests can relish hearty dishes at lunch or unwind over a cozy dinner, and the relaxed atmosphere makes it ideal for family gatherings, catching up with friends, or even enjoying a solo meal. With convenient delivery, takeaway, and dine-in services-and being open for late-night cravings-you'll find that Shalimar caters to every need, including reservations for planned evenings out. Don't miss the opportunity to round off your meal with their delightful desserts and a warm cup of traditional tea.

Price

$$$$

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Halal, Indian

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Dine-in

Dietary options

Vegetarian options, Organic options, Halal options

Offering

Serving desserts, Small plates, Late-night food

4.0

based on 1,094 reviews

Google

4/5 1,094 reviews

Roy Seto

Food: 4
Atmosphere: 3

This no-frills Pakistani eatery in the Tenderloin is open late (till 11 PM on the Tuesday night I stopped by for a quick bite). It has the standards including tandoori meats and naan breads as well as curries (meat and vegetarian). The chai tea hits the spot on a cold night too. I ordered at the counter, and one of the waiters brought the food to my table. There were lots of single diners (all men, as were the staff this evening) on when I stopped by at 10:30 PM on a Tuesday night. Not fancy, but filling, tasty, authentic (I haven’t been to Pakistan, but it remembers me of many eateries in North India), and reasonably priced. There are two other locations as well, though I’ve only visited this one. My partner and I used to eat at this spot two decades ago when one of us lived in Chinatown, and I’m glad to see that this place is still serving up hot Pakistani food and chai! They take card payments including Apple Pay. A saag gosht (spinach lamb curry) with naan bread, chawal (a rice pilaf), raita (lightly spiced yogurt), and a cup of sweet hot chai cost me about $25 with tax but before tip. I’d come back when in the Tenderloin, especially when looking for something hot to eat late at night or craving Indian/Pakistani cuisine.

Afshan Zareen

Delicious food 😋

Ali Hassan

Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Excellent food

What is the address of Shalimar Restaurant?
Shalimar Restaurant is located at 532 Jones St, 94102, San Francisco, Tenderloin, USA.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop O'Farrell St & Taylor St (65 m walk)
- Bus stop Jones St & Geary St (74 m walk)
- Bus stop Jones St & O'Farrell St (62 m walk)
- Bus stop Geary St & Jones St (68 m walk)
How is Shalimar Restaurant rated by visitors?
Shalimar Restaurant has an average rating of 4.0 based on 1,094 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
Does the venue offer vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes, vegetarian or vegan dishes are available on the menu.
What type of cuisine does Shalimar Restaurant specialize in?
The menu includes halal, indian dishes.

Shalimar Restaurant in San Francisco