Besharam
Indian restaurant · Central Waterfront
1275 Minnesota St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Highlights
Gujarati classics & modern Indian dishes in lively quarters
Gujarati classics & modern Indian dishes in lively quarters
"This spot pulls from the make-your-own-rules playbook by remixing western Indian food with new ingredients—just look to the crispy pani puri with mint-infused tamarind water that contains actual gin. A meal at this small-plate dining spot is a great way to eat your way through the regions of Gujarat: a vegetarian mix of fire-roasted eggplant that taste like it was forged in the flames of Mount Doom, housemade maska paneer, and the other dishes inspired by the chef’s family." - lani conway
"Besharam in the Dogpatch has an entirely vegetarian menu packed with incredible Indian dishes that are meant to be shared, from the blue cheese-stuffed paratha and fiery charred eggplant stew to the drunken pani puri. The subtle combinations of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors in each dish are cause for even more celebration. Make sure your meal is accompanied by one of their house-made chutneys and pickles." - julia chen 1, lani conway, ricky rodriguez, patrick wong
"Our love for this Indian restaurant in the Dogpatch and their inventive, California-inspired Gujarati dishes knows no bounds—which is one reason they’re on this guide. Private events for 30-50 people include a fully customizable menu and a full bar. Just be sure to plan ahead: reservations need to be locked in at least 30 days in advance." - lani conway, julia chen 1
"This Dogpatch spot pulls from the make-your-own-rules playbook by remixing western Indian food with new ingredients. Which is why you’ll find blue cheese in the fluffy parathas and mint-infused tamarind water for the pani puri contains actual gin. A meal at this small-plate dining spot is a great way to eat your way through the regions of Gujarat: a vegetarian mix of fire-roasted eggplant that taste like it was forged in the flames of Mount Doom, housemade maska paneer, and the other dishes inspired by the chef’s family." - julia chen 1, lani conway, ricky rodriguez
"Walking Time To The Chase Center: 21 minutes This spot pulls from the make-your-own-rules playbook by remixing western Indian food with new ingredients. Which is why you’ll find blue cheese in the fluffy parathas and garlicky pea shoots and raita are heaped atop tender Impossible kebabs. And mint-infused tamarind water for the crispy pani puri contains actual gin. A meal at this small-plate dining spot is a great way to eat your way through the regions of Gujarat: a vegetarian mix of fire-roasted eggplant that tastes like it was forged in the flames of Mount Doom, housemade maska paneer, and the other dishes inspired by the chef’s family." - lani conway, julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez, patrick wong
