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Kokkari Estiatorio

4.9
4.9
8157 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Kokkari (pronounced “Ko-Kar-ee”) is a small fishing village located on the islands of Samos in the Aegean Sea, whose name is derived from the small onions that were once produced in the nearby fields. Its fertile soil and Mediterranean climate translated into an abundance of fresh produce as well as treasured seafood and game. Legend tells that Kokkari is the site where Orion, a mighty hunter and a young man of gigantic stature and great beauty, fell in love with the daughter of the king of Chios. For the love of her, Orion forged the island for wild game and seafood to prepare elaborate banquets in celebration of their love. Today, we hope you will enjoy your own celebration as you dine at Kokkari Estiatorio on food “fit for the Gods” prepared with an Aegean palate and the style of innovative California fare.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 203 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Greek, Contemporary European

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (415) 981-0983

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Erik Cosselmon

  • Private party facilities

    The semi-private and private dining areas can accommodate groups from six to two hundred. The restaurant is also available for buy-outs.

  • Private party contact

    Caroline Shea: (415) 981-0983

  • Neighborhood

    Financial District / Embarcadero

  • Cross street

    Front St.

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking is currently unavailable at Kokkari Estiatorio.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Mediterranean

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    Best Overall

  • San Francisco

    Best Ambiance

  • San Francisco

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The service was impeccable, the food was delicious as well as the drinks. Oh, and the desserts were sublime. It’s an amazing SF institution
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Todo excelente !! Muy buena comida, muy buen lugar
  3. Haklparker

    Hawaii

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food alone is enough motivation to eat here. But when combined with excellent service and warm ambiance, it is irresistible. I had the Moussaka and my daughter the roasted chicken. Both dishes were delicious. The spanakopita was also the best I have ever eaten.
  4. JohnM

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was as expected, the food was fantastic and the service, drinks and ambiance are second to none.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kokkari is, and will always be, my favorite SF restaurant!! I wish I remembered the name of the waiter because he was darling and so fun!!!
  6. DonF

    Los Angeles

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious! The lamb roasted on the open fire was amazing as wad the octopus and Greek salad.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, great service and atmosphere. Highly recommend.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    It’s been over 10 years since I have dined here. I was super excited based on past experience and lots of good reviews. The main disappointment was what I thought would be the highlight, the lamb.(souvlaki). Every piece of the lamb contained strong connective tissue that I couldn’t trim out. It seemed woven through the meat making a good amount inedible. This was not fat that you can easily chew through. For $42, I expected a much better cut. The dips, octopus and wine were terrific. The service and ambiance was terrific. For $270 for lunch for 2(including gratuity) I will likely wait another 10 years.
  9. KitA

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and service. It can be noisy, but there are plenty of quiet corners.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and we delighted in Heather’s charming, flawless pronunciations of the Greek names of each dish
  11. Hamboy

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Front of House and Wait staff were excellent. very accommodating and professional. The special felt an little uninspired and lacked good seasoning. The Pork in the Gyro was dry and god have used more seasoning. Great ambiance.
  12. DamonM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's no wonder why this place is the hottest restaurant on OpenTable. I hadn't been there since pre-pandemic so it was great to see they have maintained their high level of service, quality food and unique ambiance. The bottom line is that you won't find better Greek and Mediterranean food anywhere in the city if not the greater Bay Area. The food is so fresh and healthy and the energy is unmatched. Michele Di Ruocco (Manager, former owner of Capannina) brings his familial energy to the room, giving the experience a lasting impression. Well done.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve had the pleasure of dining here many times. The food is incredible and literally everything on the menu is delicious. Favorites include the zucchini cakes, taramosalata, whole fish, lamb chops and all desserts! Having said this, the highlight is always being welcomed by Michele and it is reason alone to visit. He is the consummate host, making you feel at home the second you open the door. Kokkari and their staff rise above the rest. The people make the restaurant!
  14. StaceyH

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    We were disappointed. We spent time in Napa and San Francisco to celebrate my husbands birthday. I made the reservation over a month ago and advised it was a milestone birthday. We had an average table in a busy area and the only acknowledgment was a “happy birthday” by the server. The food was tasty but we’ve had better. We wont be back ever again. We made a point to share our disappointment with those who recommended this restaurant including the concierge at our hotel. Thankfully the rest of the trip has been wonderful.
  15. Visitor

    Hawaii

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Good food. Wine was expensive but overall would recommend
  16. Patstnt

    Atlanta Metro

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an outstanding meal. We had several appetizers, zucchini cakes, grilled octopus, hallumi to start. Then we had the ravioli stuffed with artichoke cheese and wild mushrooms. And lastly we had coffee and the special dessert, spanokopita filled with lemon curd and pistachios with pistachio, rosemary ice cream. Service provided by Mare was amazing. Just an overall perfect meal. Thanks to you all for making our first meal in San Francisco memorable.
  17. AudreyBonneval

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Le service était vraiment exceptionnel. L’endroit est splendide. La nourriture simple et savoureuse.
  18. sfdiner

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service (the right level of attention without being interfering) and delicious food (choice between comfort food and lighter alternatives). The sea breal was amazing and the deserts were incredible.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food, great atmosphere and top notch service. Order the lamb chops!
  20. EnOG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and atmosphere was wonderful. From sharing plates to entrees to dessert, it was fabulous
  21. FWKING3443

    San Francisco

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    good food and good services, visited this location two times now, both times are good. i only drew back on this is on the special recommendations should be address on the menu ( or seperate special menu ) instead of the having the server communicate on it.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service, and ambiance. Not the cheapest but very very good.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our best experience at Kokkari since the pandemic. Past visits post-pandemic were disappointing but not tonight. Everyone in our party was thrilled with their food and service.
  24. enerenko

    Los Angeles

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Todo estuvo muy bueno, el lugar y ambiente muy agradables. El servicio de repente le batallaba uno para que lo atendieran pero en su conjunto comida, servicio y ambiente vale la pena conocerlo. ( los pescados muy ricos )
  25. FoodieGal

    San Francisco

    89 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I have been wanting to dine here for a while. I had read that it was like going to a Greek family's house for a special dinner, and that is exactly what it was like. The food was delicious, the service attentive but not intrusive, and the environment welcoming. We look forward to going back sometime very soon!
  26. steff

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant. Great food, wine & ambience!
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience5
    Our server seemed so exasperated. Didn’t come around to service much and made us wait a lot. Terrible experience
  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every person there provided incredible service, and the food was delicious. Ambiance was beautiful and calming; I almost felt like I was on vacation after a busy workday. Can’t wait to return.
  29. JojH

    Hawaii

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fabulous Greek cuisine in a wonderful environment.
  30. ScottD

    San Francisco

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We chose Kokkari for a project celebration, and some of our team had been there before and highly recommended. We were not disappointed. From the very first appetizer, to the final crumb of dessert, we loved every bite of our dinner. Our server was extremely friendly and helpful, recommending certain dishes and wines as amongst her favorites, and we loved all of her choices. I highly recommend the fried cheese appetizer, and the octopus. We will absolutely return the next time we have a reason to celebrate as a team.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service and the food was authentic Greek deliciousness. We had the grilled stuffed calamari, flatbread, zucchini cakes, lamb chops and granita for dessert. Going again on Thursday before leaving San Francisco 💜
  32. PDXDeSt

    Portland

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Last rainy night in SF spent in this intimate, dark, warm with a fire space. Lovely, high-end Greek food - every bit was delicious. Star starters included saghanaki (recommended by waiter, spot on), zucchini cakes, kalamari. Main for two of us was the arniso souvlaki which I might have wanted marinated longer. Baklava for dessert was flaky, great ending. Service was slow to start but once we got going, all was well.
  33. CharlesK

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kokkari is perfect for a special occasion meal. The food, service and ambience are all next level decadence. (The pigs roasting in the fireplace are simply mouthwatering to look at!) If you’re in the mood to celebrate, and don’t mind moving up in price for a great meal, then Kokkari is the place for you.
  34. MarieS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice restaurant. Great ambience, excellent service.
  35. Nazo

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance was excellent, well lit, variety of different environments, nice bar! Our server, Cindy, was so unobtrusive and knowledgeable about her own wine list. She found us stewed goat which was not currently on the menu. We traveled from Lake Tahoe wishing to eat that dish. Moussaka was delicious. Zucchini layers as good as home in my Turkiye. The best Greek food my CA born hubby has ever had.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The food is always good - but one does feel processed through.
  37. TiffanyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time to Kokkari and I went with my partner to celebrate our Anniversary. He has been to Kokkari and said it was a San Francisco favorite for him. When we arrived, we were immediately greeted and shown to our table (zero wait time!). Our Server was very knowledgeable about the menu, had great recommendations, and had the perfect pace as far as when he checked on our table. We were able to have a very relaxing and romantic dinner and were very surprised "Happy Anniversary" was written on our desert plate. We will certainly be back on many more dates together.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly exceptional waiter - thank you!
  39. Nance

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great seating. Lots of bistro effect going on. The server was nice but bored with his speech. Would go back in a heartbeat.
  40. ALEX

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This is a great place to enjoy good food and fine wine. Beautiful interior enhances the experience. The waiters are knowledgeable and accommodating. This place is highly recommended.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

FAQs

Kokkari Estiatorio offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 981-0983.

Kokkari Estiatorio is rated 4.9 stars by 8157 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 203 times today
Google Map for Kokkari Estiatorio

200 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA 94111

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Front St.

  • Neighborhood

    Financial District / Embarcadero

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Bar Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Greek, Contemporary European

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet Parking is currently unavailable at Kokkari Estiatorio.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Erik Cosselmon

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (415) 981-0983

  • Private party facilities

    The semi-private and private dining areas can accommodate groups from six to two hundred. The restaurant is also available for buy-outs.

  • Private party contact

    Caroline Shea: (415) 981-0983

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