Kitchen Istanbul
$$$$ • Turkish, Greek, Mediterranean Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Kitchen Istanbul
Customers' Favorites
Zucchini Fritters with Parsley Mint Feta Cheese & Haydari
Kunefe Baked Kadayif Filled with Sweet Cheese
Feta Cheese Cigars with Pistachios
Traditional Lamb Moussaka
Olives with Mixed Herbs
Braised Short Rib
Muhammara Hummus
Pistachio Salad
Chicken Kebabs
Lentil Salad
Kitchen Istanbul Reviews
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Amazing Food and great customer service!!!!!
Great food now I need Turkish tea 😊
I had a reservation as a party of one, and was greeted warmly (by name!) upon arriving, which set the tone. Enjoyed attentive service from several team members, and ordered an excellent glass of red wine, the Muhammara, (which was mild and nicely presented with pita), the Moussaka, (which was bubbly hot and delicious), and their rice pudding for dessert, (which was flavorful but not worth the price paid). Overall, a most satisfying meal and pleasant experience. I'll be back to...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9:30PM |
Kitchen Istanbul is a hidden gem in San Francisco, offering a fantastic dining experience with a recently updated menu. The extensive wine list, curated by a knowledgeable sommelier, complements the delicious food, including must-try dishes like Muhammara, lamb chops, and Adana kebab. Customers find the wine list to be encyclopedic, providing good value for glasses or bottles. The attentive service and friendly staff make it a highly recommended spot, with the team working seamlessly to ensure a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant features a clean, modern interior with well-curated tableware, such as Sabre cutlery, and the small plates and mains are superbly prepared, showcasing honestly presented, delicious cuisine from Türkiye.
Customers praise the fantastic food, spectacular wine, and attentive service. They highlight the perfectly seasoned and balanced dishes, particularly enjoying the dips, borek, heirloom tomato salad, Moussaka, and Adana kebab, which some enjoyed so much they ordered it twice. The fried anchovies, sea bream, and shrimp received high marks as well. Although some mention that the sound level can be high, the service remains calm, helpful, and friendly. The owners are recognized as dining anchors, maintaining high quality year after year. Kitchen Istanbul continues to be a go-to local restaurant, with customers eagerly returning for more, even coming from other areas, and looking forward to their next visit.