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Kitchen Istanbul, San Francisco, CA

Kitchen Istanbul

4.9
4.9
1180 Reviews
$30 and under
Turkish

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
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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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
  • 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.
  • Neighbourhood
    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

What 1,180 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kitchen Istanbul is a vibrant culinary gem offering "fantastic food" and a "fun wine list," perfect for those seeking elevated Turkish cuisine. The "wonderful service" and "knowledgeable staff" enhance the dining experience. The menu features fresh, seasonal ingredients and standout dishes like moussaka and lamb chops. Highly recommended for an exceptional dining experience.

1,180 Reviews
  1. CHEN VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s really nice to talk with Joseph, knowledgeable on the wine in list and gave us great recommendations! Also the food is delicious and the vibe is chill, love this restaurant so much and will definitely come back!

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  2. SydL

    Miami2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Poor service and mediocre food. Was expecting more considering the hype. at the very least was expecring home made pita

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  3. SandraG

    San Francisco3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious and wonderful service After 7pm it’s too loud for us so 5:30 res is perfect

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  4. Laura

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What a wonderful menu and exciting wine list! Can’t believe it was my first time to this perfect gem.

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  5. Michelle

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! Wish we could have tried everything on the menu.

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  6. Jill

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience at Kitchen Istanbul. Everything was exceptional - service, wine, food, dessert. It has been a long while since we’ve had a restaurant hit on every note.

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  7. Tony VIP

    San Francisco43 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food quite good and the wine list is off the charts.

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  8. Erin

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious food, knowledgeable staff, we really enjoyed our celebratory dinner out!

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  9. Juliette

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    great turkish sophisticated food ! A great restaurant with very nice service! Highly recommended

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  10. mark

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was unique. Nice but limited wines by the glass. Good value

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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 4.9 stars by 1180 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 p.m.
Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Kitchen Istanbul

349 Clement Street, San Francisco, CA 94118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    5th Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    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
  • 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.
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