Kismet
$$$ • Mediterranean, American, Middle Eastern Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Kismet
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Delicious! Really interesting and tasty food.
charming restaurant, great food and wonderful service.
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Me: We’ve never been here before, could you tell us about the menu?
Waitress: I love the little gem salad and flakey bread.
Me: Cool.
The whole vibe is you should feel lucky to even have the opportunity to dine at our hip trendy east side establishment. It shouldn’t take 3 hours to have dinner on a weekday, half of it spent waiting between courses. Another one...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
Kismet is a renowned restaurant that offers a delightful dining experience with its delicious middle eastern-inspired cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. The menu showcases a variety of flavors, featuring standout dishes like the perfectly cooked beans and the flavorful salmon. While the layout can feel a bit cramped and loud at times, the staff is generally kind and accommodating, ensuring even walk-in customers can be seated. The dessert menu provides satisfying options like ice cream, cheesecake, and cake.
The restaurant is praised for its feta, which is highly recommended, and the overall quality of the food, with one reviewer describing it as a "cacophony of delicious flavors." Kismet is also known for its vegetarian and vegan-friendly options, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions. The rice and the chicken skewers are also highlighted as standout dishes.
Overall, Kismet is a great spot for a date night or a gathering with friends, offering a unique and delightful dining experience. The restaurant is a true neighborhood staple, known for its fresh, seasonal, and thoughtful cuisine that keeps California cooking exciting year after year.