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Dancing Yak Restaurant & BarB+

280 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States · Restaurant · Mission District

Lively Nepalese spot serving flavorful momos, curries, and cocktails with strong vegetarian/vegan coverage; value is fair-to-good for Mission District, but portions and noise can frustrate some diners.

Why this grade

Dancing Yak delivers solid food quality with standout Nepalese staples like butter chicken and spicy cauliflower, supported by attentive service and appealing design. However, inconsistent execution—particularly with momos and occasional blandness—prevents a higher grade, while tight table spacing and crowding at peak hours limit the overall experience. A worthwhile neighborhood destination for Nepalese cravings, though not among the region's premier dining establishments.

One caveat: Momos praised but veg version can be bland or tough, and only 4 per order

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Opening Hours

Monday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30 Tuesday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30 Wednesday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30 Thursday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30 Friday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30 Saturday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30 Sunday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
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