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The Fly Trap

Persian Restaurant, Bar, and New American Restaurant$$$$

SoMa, San Francisco

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The Fly Trap

7.4^/10

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"7x7's Big Eat 2012 says the pistachio meatballs are delicious."(7 Tips)
"Great decor, minted memory is a dream come true (for your mouth)"(4 Tips)
"Sit at the bar with dominatrix-ish Valen."(2 Tips)
"Don’t miss “Meatball Mondays"(2 Tips)

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Ms HeleneNovember 25, 2017
Only had cocktails and cheese plate. Told menu had changed several times recently. Now appears modern American and not Persian as described here. Cozy atmosphere downtown.
Becherovka VoyagerSeptember 4, 2013
Get cozy at this food and cocktail hot spot, where the bartenders really know what they're talking about. Enjoy the buzzing cocktails at Fly Trap, including Bohemian favorite liquor, Becherovka.
Upvoted Mar 7
J JohnOctober 21, 2014
Entrees & apps are all excellent, their recipes authentic with a gourmet flair. Meatball appetizer is a must. Short ribs, lamb stew and lamb burger are A++. Baklava not too sweet & very good.
Teresa CaroAugust 20, 2014
Believe the reviews, the meatballs and French fried rock. The veggie pasta was average. The dessert I had (their only non-dairy option) was light and refreshing. The customer service is exceptional.
Sibel AkcekayaDecember 7, 2014
Pistachio pomegranate meatballs are so good,I usually order 2 of them since it is appetizer
EaterDecember 1, 2010
Chef/owner Hoss Zare defines hospitality. His restaurant is unlike any other in the city with its big, bold, unfamiliar flavors in the historic setting of the Fly Trap. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
Corrie DavidsonJune 7, 2014
Staff is phenomenal. Friendly and knowledgeable. Get the crostini and steak kebab. Dessert = goat cheesecake FTW.
Anna Lin-CampbellJuly 10, 2010
The salmon melts in your mouth like buttterrrrrrr. The mai tai's are good and strong, and the Greek yogurt panna cotta was AMAZING!! Oh yeah, the lamb burger must have been good--it was sold out!
Michæl BrettApril 4, 2016
Great food and good service. Get the meatballs! Deconstructed baklava is worth getting too
Devin RogozinskiOctober 13, 2013
The food was unique and very good, the cocktails were interesting and well made and the staff was great. Definitely recommend this place.
Hailey CrowelJune 9, 2013
The pistachio meatballs are a must. I loved the salmon entree - such a good combination of spices and flavors!
Sasha TeteraJune 3, 2014
Absolutely fantastic dinner - great ambiance, delicious food, excellent service! (Yogurt desert - yam!)
Laura KirkhamJune 26, 2020
They are ready for you!! Spicy Cocktails and Delicious Snacks 💕 Get in here!
Steven DoyleNovember 19, 2017
Good beer selection and a nice easy vibe to eat some good food
Leury HidalgoOctober 26, 2013
Try the Lamb Sirloin and the Black Cod and the sliders. They do not disappoint.
Irina LeonidovnaApril 9, 2016
Good food and wine! The lamb was great. Will be back
Adrienne MJanuary 2, 2015
Great cocktails. Friendly staff. Good service. Ambience wins too.
BlackboardEatsJune 9, 2011
If you can, try the Pistachio meatballs, Persian crispy bulgar taco, Persian chicken taco, or the Persian lamb taco! Read more
Craig VillamorOctober 2, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Great, cozy atmosphere. Good cocktails.
LoryllAugust 28, 2013
The meatballs with pistachio and pomegranate are absurdly delish.
Sarah StrehlerMarch 2, 2016
The drinks were good but our bartender was in a sour mood and the people there were high end D-bags. Better places in Soma.
Thu VoJanuary 27, 2011
Ask for Meg! She's one of the best & most pleasant waitress that we've encountered. And trust us, we encountered LOTS!
Meatless MondayNovember 13, 2013
Go Meatless Monday with Zaré's weekly changing three-course veg menu priced at $36.
Leiman AlfaroFebruary 12, 2011
Food is great n the environment is so perfect also customer service is great thx had a great time
Donna ChenFebruary 13, 2012
Be sure to make a reservation. A must try is the cardamom martini.
Nixie PixelNovember 19, 2010
Everything is mostly wonderful, however if you're a foodie, skip the baba ganoush. You'll find 10 times better stuff at your local ethnic hole in the wall. ;)
BrianJanuary 24, 2012
7x7's Big Eat 2012 says the pistachio meatballs are delicious. Yum!
ShinaSeptember 5, 2015
Cute spot, great service, perfect for a dinner date :)
cynthia wangAugust 30, 2011
best fries delivered to your desk!
Brendan CurranAugust 8, 2014
The food is good, but it's not a cheap place to eat. Casual, bar like atmosphere.
Karen DOrAugust 23, 2013
A lovely meal, well priced. I'd go back!
Altaf RahmanJune 21, 2019
great ambience
Manik JunejaFebruary 4, 2019
Good food. Good service
J9October 10, 2014
They have very unique cocktails.
Daniel CMarch 6, 2012
Get the bone marrow! Delicious cocktails too.
Lori BodenhamerMay 31, 2010
Been here 10+ times
The best french fries by far. They are perfect.
Yoav TApril 7, 2012
The duck was good the lamb was excellent! But skip the panna cotta - bland
John Manoogian IIIJuly 1, 2015
Been here 10+ times
pistachio meatballs are the BOMBA 🔴🔴
shayan alamJune 5, 2010
Feels like you're in Amelie. Great decor, minted memory is a dream come true (for your mouth)
Shadi MehraeinJuly 22, 2009
Monday meatballs are amazing... as is the trout app. Super friendly bartenders and awesome chef. Interesting and different menu.
Mira CrispApril 22, 2012
Two words: mushroom cake. Sooooo good.
Philippe CasesMay 25, 2013
Try the Bak Klava delicious
Ivan BurazinFebruary 24, 2016
Lamb burger is amazing
Jorge OrtizMay 29, 2010
Try the "cardamom my dearest" cocktail: gin, lime, simple syrup, and a hint of cardamom. Delicious!
TV Food MapsAugust 28, 2014
Check out Zare at Fly Trap as seen on Meat And Potatoes Read more
ZAGATApril 21, 2010
Don’t miss “Meatball Mondays,” offering a weekly changing stuffed meatball, accented with herbs, dried fruit and chutney ($25).
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
Matthew Accarrino, chef of SPQR, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Kufteh tabrizi. Read more
Amir NaorAugust 1, 2015
This is not a Persian restaurant. Every dish was tasteless.
BlingcatMay 11, 2010
The eggplant dish & goat cheese cheesecake are out of this world!!
Steve ColeOctober 7, 2011
Try the bourbon crusta with Angels Envy instead. It's AMAZING!!!

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