Kitchen Istanbul

Name: Kitchen Istanbul
Address: 349 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA, United States, 94118
Telephone: (415) 753-9479
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1126 Reviews

$30 and under

Turkish

Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

Kitchen Istanbul is an elevated neighborhood restaurant showcasing the flavors of Turkey and featuring an extensive list of wines from around the globe. Led by owner Emrah Kilicoglu, we are a small, tight-knit team dedicated to genuine hospitality. The menu, created by Chef Alican Boynak, comprises dishes from all over Turkey, with a focus on mezes, charcoal-grilled kebaps, and local produce. The wine program, overseen by Joseph DiGrigoli, has been honored by Star Wine List and Wine Spectator and spotlighted in publications like the San Francisco Chronicle and the Wall Street Journal.

We are a family-friendly restaurant suited for everything from a casual glass of wine to celebrations for large groups. Our diverse menu is able to accommodate most dietary restrictions, including options for gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan diners.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 19, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Turkish, Greek, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(415) 753-9479
Website
http://www.kitchenistanbulsf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Alican Boynak
Private party facilities
Kitchen Istanbul is bookable for private events of all dining styles, from wine-and-snacks receptions to seated, multi-course dinners. We can accommodate up to 30 people for a seated dinner at one contiguous table, up to 40 people for a seated dinner at multiple tables, and up to 50 people for standing receptions with wine and passed food.

Location
349 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA 94118
Neighborhood
Richmond District
Cross street
5th Avenue
Parking details
Street parking. Public Parking on 6th avenue between Clement and Geary.
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Olives$7.00
with mixed herbs
Pickles$9.00
Indian eggplant, Romano bean, cauliflower
Potato Croquettes$8.00
with Girit ezme
Muhammara$8.00
Roasted red pepper, walnuts, pomegranate molasses
Havuc tarator$8.00
Shredded carrots, yogurt, mint, walnuts
Hummus$8.00
You know what hummus is :)
Istanbul-style şakşuka$12.00
Japanese eggplant, Anaheim pepper, tomato
Levrek marin$19.00
Aegean-style branzino crudo, Fresno chile, green apple

Small Plates

Pistachio Salad$17.00
farm greens, cara cara orange, mint fennel, flax seed
Radicchio Salad$17.00
Treviso, frisee, nectarine, honey lavender vinaigrette, eski kaşar
Summer Squash$16.00
Asparagus, zucchini crema, kabak tarator
Paçanga Börek$14.00
Kashkaval cheese, Armenian basturma, Anaheim pepper, frisee
Sautéed Shrimp$20.00
Shishito peppers, chermoula butter, Maraş pepper
Octopus$21.00
Catelvetrano olive, roasted red pepper, chickpea, fried caper, pearl onion
Charcoal-grilled Adana Kebaps$28.00
Sumac-onion, ezme, Fresno chile, homemade lavash

Large Plates

Orzotto$23.00
Maraş pepper okra, hen of the woods mushrooms, Erzincan tulum
Grilled Chicken Kebaps$29.00
Mustard green tabbouleh, Maraş harissa
Aegean Branzino$32.00
Preserved Meyer lemon, cowpea "börulce" piyaz, salsa verde, fresh herb salad
Moussaka$28.00
Spiced ground beef, eggplant, bell pepper, béchamel
Braised short rib$34.00
Urfa chimichurri, smoked firik bulgur, İzmir tulum
Lamp chops$42.00
burnt-butter-roquefort potato puree, confit tomato, cipollini onion, jus

Dessert

Büşra's revani$12.00
simple syrup soaked cake, poached sand pear, homemade whipped cream
Künefe$12.00
Kadayif, traditional cheese, pistachio

What 1,126 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Great for fine wines
San Francisco
Great for fine wines

1,126 Reviews

KZ
KyleZ
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best restaurant on clement ! If you want to have a great dining experience where the owner comes and chats with you - choose Istanbul
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Ratna
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We stumbled upon KI couple of months ago. We truly loved the food. The wine was beyond excellent. So, we went back with our friends a month later and KI did not disappoint. The melt in your mouth Kebabs, Pistachio Salad, the Eggplant Saksuka and Octopus salad were all unbelievably tasty. Along with the food, of course, the big draw for us was the wine we had on our previous visit. The sommelier here, Joseph, served us some sublime wines (10/10) again. He has exquisite taste in picking great approachable wine. KI food is excellent, wines are superb and service is very warm and welcoming. Check it out. You will not regret it.
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anthony
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, service, and wine knowledge were all exceptional. Very kind and welcoming staff. Beautiful flavors and execution of dishes.
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Tim
London
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such an awesome place. So consistent in wonderful food and great service.
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Jackson
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always incredible. One of the most iconic restaurants in all of San Francisco
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Rosemary
St. Louis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service; very helpful wine advice.
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Jessi
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a relaxing and pleasant atmosphere, with great food and drinks
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Kelly
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner! Highly recommend. Lamb and beef kebab was my favorite
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Karen
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kitchen Istanbul is a neighborhood gem in the inner Richmond of SF. The current menu is truly inspired-creative, delicious, healthy and fresh! Wonderful
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for an early dinner for my mom’s birthday and got a bunch of plates to share and it was all honestly so delicious. The ambiance in the restaurant was so nice and all the servers were very attentive. Because we were there quite early (5-5:15ish) it was also very peaceful and quiet which I think my mom really appreciated.
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FAQs

Kitchen Istanbul offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 753-9479.

Kitchen Istanbul is rated 4.8 stars by 1126 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 19, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

349 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA 94118

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
5th Avenue
Neighborhood
Richmond District
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Turkish, Greek, Wine Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking. Public Parking on 6th avenue between Clement and Geary.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alican Boynak
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.kitchenistanbulsf.com/
Phone number
(415) 753-9479
Private party facilities
Kitchen Istanbul is bookable for private events of all dining styles, from wine-and-snacks receptions to seated, multi-course dinners. We can accommodate up to 30 people for a seated dinner at one contiguous table, up to 40 people for a seated dinner at multiple tables, and up to 50 people for standing receptions with wine and passed food.

Kitchen Istanbul

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Mezes

Olives$7.00

Pickles$9.00

Potato Croquettes$8.00

Muhammara$8.00

Havuc tarator$8.00

Hummus$8.00

Istanbul-style şakşuka$12.00

Levrek marin$19.00

Small Plates

Pistachio Salad$17.00

Radicchio Salad$17.00

Summer Squash$16.00

Paçanga Börek$14.00

Sautéed Shrimp$20.00

Octopus$21.00

Charcoal-grilled Adana Kebaps$28.00

Large Plates

Orzotto$23.00

Grilled Chicken Kebaps$29.00

Aegean Branzino$32.00

Moussaka$28.00

Braised short rib$34.00

Lamp chops$42.00

Dessert

Büşra's revani$12.00

Künefe$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does Kitchen Istanbul offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Kitchen Istanbul restaurant rated?

Is Kitchen Istanbul currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information