"Komaaj is billed as a wine bar, but you’d be missing out if you don't try their selection of mazze and pomegranate-kissed entrees. The Bernal Heights spot does fantastic Northern Iranian dishes and snacky platters that are meant to be shared—ideal for an “accidental” finger brush with someone you like. It’s also pretty easy to walk into the bar here or snag a last-minute table, so keep this spot in your back pocket for any spontaneous date needs." - julia chen 1, lani conway, ricky rodriguez, patrick wong