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Kokkari Estiatorio, San Francisco, CA
Award-winning

Kokkari Estiatorio

4.8 (9320)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
200 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA 94111

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 100 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • 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

What 9,320 people are saying

Kokkari Estiatorio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Mediterranean

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Most Booked

  • San Francisco

    Mediterranean

  • San Francisco

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kokkari Estiatorio offers an exceptional dining experience in San Francisco, consistently praised for its "impeccable service" and "delicious food." Guests enjoy a "cozy atmosphere" with standout dishes like lamb chops and moussaka. The staff's "attentiveness" and the restaurant's "warm and inviting ambiance" make it a favorite for special occasions and regular visits alike.

9,320 Reviews
  1. Eirini VIP

    San Francisco28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Throughout the 12 year I have lived in SF, I have dined multiple times in Kokkari, and it still remains my favorite Greek restaurant outside of Greece. Its food, service, and overall ambiance are absolutely outstanding.

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  2. Ed

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply the best Greek food on Earth.Service was impeccable.0

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  3. Jose VIP

    Central Coast21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fish was the best this time. Everything was wonderful

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  4. David VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another absolutely incredible meal at Kokkari! The food was sublime…. Simple and stunning! The service was divine! My guest has a severe restriction on salt and the entire team, from our server to the enter staff bringing us plates, all were equally aware and took extreme care to cater to her. We were both blown aware with the grace and ease with which the staff executed everything so perfectly. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Forever your fan, David

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  5. Adriana

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Kokkari is one of the best restaurants but they have a couple of waiters that have a terrible attitude and it really impacts the dining experience. Last night, we were there to celebrate my mother’s birthday and we had several bitter moments with the waiter’s terrible attitude. I’ve been there enough to know that this is not the case with most waiters but there’s a couple that really impact dining experience

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  6. Karin

    San Francisco13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place never disappoints. Love the coziness of the place. Everything from food to service is spot on.

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  7. Andrea

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food!!! highly recommend the lamb chops! Our waiter was amazing. The restaurant decor was tasteful, warm and cozy. We'll be back!

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  8. Hal

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal, great service. Expensive but worth it.

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  9. Michael VIP

    Philadelphia27 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is beautiful and the appetizers were special. The beet salad had a taste like no other beet salad I’ve had. So good. However I had halibut over the Greek salad and the halibut was overcooked and a bit tasteless and the tomatoes were out of season.

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  10. Michael

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kokkari is a lovely restaurant. With the open wood fire it's very rustic and cozy.The staff is very friendly and attentive. Their menu is full of wonderful choices. We had the spanikopita and the tzatziki with crudite and bread to start. The spanikopita was flaky and delicious. The tzatziki was light and refreshing. We had the roasted duck which was a special roasted over their open flame. It was perfectly cooked. Juicy and tender and it came with roasted potatoes which were cooked below the duck where they soaked up the duck fat drippings. A wonderful meal. I can't wait to return!

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FAQs

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

Kokkari Estiatorio is rated 4.8 stars by 9320 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. Financial District / Embarcadero

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 100 times today
Google Map for Kokkari Estiatorio

200 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA 94111

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Front St.
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
  • 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.
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