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Dancing Yak - Reviews

280 Valencia St, 90110 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
564

Reviews

80.3%

Satisfaction

82

negative

29

neutral

453

positive

What people say about Dancing Yak

Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Caleb T.
Review date: 10/13/2025
6
Good Vibe, Okay Food, Tight Space
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. The vibe here is super good, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. However, the food, while good, wasn't the most authentic taste for the price. A significant drawback was the layout; the tables are super close, making conversations difficult when other groups are nearby. On a positive note, the staff was nice. :)
  • vibe9
  • food6
  • staff8
  • authentic taste4
  • price4
  • layout3
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Alex B.
Review date: 09/25/2025
9
Delicious Cashew Curry and Great Vibe
My experience at this restaurant was wonderful! The interior offered a nice vibe, and the staff were incredibly friendly. I particularly enjoyed the cashew curry chicken, which was both delicious and comfortable. I'm very happy to have discovered this place!
  • interior9
  • nice vibe9
  • staff10
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Charlie C.
Review date: 09/17/2025
8
Delicious Food, Spotty Service
My experience at this restaurant was marked by absolutely delicious food, despite somewhat spotty service on a slower night. The chow mein is a must try, and I hope to make it back again to explore more of the menu!
  • food10
  • chow mein10
  • service4
Visit Type
  • Special Occasion
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Brijesh P.
Review date: 08/03/2025
10
Exceptional Service for a Special Occasion
My experience at this restaurant was outstanding, especially for a friend's birthday celebration. The staff went above and beyond to make the occasion special. I could not recommend this place more.
  • staff10
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Carmen S.
Review date: 07/27/2025
8
Delicious Food, Lovely Atmosphere, Pricey
We enjoyed our dinner in a lovely atmosphere! The cocktails were good and the food delicious, though a bit pricey. We ordered almost all their starters and loved their momos the most, and their fish the least. We also liked the mains but forgot to take photos. The service was ok.
  • atmosphere10
  • cocktails8
  • food9
  • price4
  • fish3
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Geoff K.
Review date: 07/07/2025
9
Neighborhood Gem Gets Better with Age
We've eaten here about 15 times since the restaurant opened. Last night, we visited again on a Sunday. Even though Sundays are typically off-nights, and the staff might not have been the A-team, the food was better than ever. We were impressed that a neighborhood restaurant could improve years after opening. We shared several dishes and tried some new ones. The butter chicken was wonderful, described as darker and richer. The Dhading chicken was a new dish for us and became both my wife's and my favorite of the evening. The cashew chicken curry was noted for being rich, light, and subtle simultaneously. The eggplant (baigun tarkari) was excellent. Finally, the naan was thin and crispy, a style I hadn't experienced before and thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, the food quality has significantly improved, making it a standout neighborhood dining experience.
  • butter chicken9
  • Dhading chicken10
  • cashew chicken curry9
Price per Person
  • $51–$60
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Long (31+ min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Grace
Review date: 07/04/2025
2
Disappointing Service and Food
I visited this restaurant with friends a couple of days ago and was disappointed. The customer service was poor. The naan was like dry, crunchy bread, and the momo was very expensive at $16 for 4 pieces. I do not recommend this place to anyone.
  • customer service1
  • naan2
  • momo2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Jade J.
Review date: 07/03/2025
8
Great Food, Minor Drink Disappointment
My experience at the restaurant was largely positive, with the goat curry and cheese naan forming a fantastic combination. I was a little disappointed that cocktails were not available during lunch, but the exceptional quality of the food more than compensated for this minor inconvenience.
  • goat curry9
  • cheese naan9
  • food10
  • cocktails4
Price per Person
  • $100+
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Ram S.
Review date: 06/22/2025
2
Small Portions, Not for Locals
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing, primarily due to the portion size. The plate of momos contained only 4 pieces, which I found to be very small. This is definitely not for Nepali Customers. The overall food quality was rated low, as was the service and atmosphere.
  • portion size2
  • food2
  • service2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Sushil P.
Review date: 06/21/2025
8
Pleasant Downtown SF Experience
My experience at this restaurant in downtown San Francisco was quite pleasant. The atmosphere was nice, and the food was decent. I particularly enjoyed the starters, which were delicious, and the mocktails were refreshing. The service was also good. They offer both veg and non-veg options. While the menu was a little pricey, considering the place and location, it was a pretty decent value.
  • atmosphere9
  • food7
  • service9

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