Gola

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   Ann

   VIP

   San Francisco

   113 reviews

   5.0

   113 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The ambiance is great! A very sexy space. We sat at the bar. It was cozy. We had some Pinot Noir that was spectacular! The food is very different than what we have had before and we liked it. Parking is easy at the lot on 21st and Valencia.
   

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   Jeb

   Central Coast

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This may be my favorite restaurant ever. The level of quality in every aspect possible is unparalleled. I literally drive 3 hours just to eat at this restaurant.
   

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   Michelle

   San Francisco

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Really delicious food; full of flavor. The highlight was the branzino and the potato/tomato/eggplant/olive/egg side with it. Attentive service and wonderful food; will be sure to return.
   

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   Deborah

   San Francisco

   29 reviews

   5.0

   29 reviews

   Dined on February 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Gola is a lovely restaurant serving delicious, fresh Tunisian cuisine! We loved the lamb stew served in a tradional gola, the appetizers were great, and a decent wine selection to comliment the food. Nice ambiance as well. Would definitely dine here again.
   

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   Kathleen

   Philadelphia

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on January 25, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Such a delicious experience in a warm ambiance. The service was excellent, even on a busy Friday night. The bread was piping hot and went perfectly with the spiced shrimp and scallop starter. We had the stuffed mini peppers and lamb tagine for the mains which were excellent and well-portioned. And last thing to rave about is the bukha-rita cocktail with a spicy, smoked harissa rim. Looking forward to the next visit!
   

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   Mahwish

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on January 19, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Great flavourful food with a nice vibe. All the meat is halal which is a plus. Def an underrated and under discovered restaurant. Will be dining again!
   

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   Grace

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Gola was accommodating for a small birthday celebration of 10 people. It was easy to call up and let the owner know about the reservation. Keep in mind there is a max of 2 credit cards per table so there may be some Venmo-ing happening at the end. That said, every one agreed that this was one of the most delicious and warm and wonderful meals ever! The cocktails were all incredible. Some standouts to me were the Tunisian deviled eggs, Brika au Thon (amazing phyllo stuffed with tuna and potato magic), and the Chicken Tagine. I will be dreaming about the flavors of that melt-in-your-mouth miracle tagine till the next time I return. Friends mentioned how they want to come back with others to share this find. The service was spectacular as well. 10 out of 10 all around.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 28, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Great ambiance, enjoyed the food, food service, great cocktails.
   

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   John

   Chicago

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on December 21, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The star of the evening was undoubtedly the grilled octopus, prepared with a masterful touch that spoke to the chef's expertise with seafood. The tender tentacles, charred to perfection, carried subtle notes of harissa and lemon, while maintaining the natural sweetness of the meat. Each bite offered that ideal combination of crispy exterior and buttery-soft interior that octopus aficionados dream about. The lamb dish proved equally impressive. Slow-cooked until falling off the bone, the meat was perfumed with an aromatic blend of traditional Tunisian spices. The accompanying bread, light and fluffy, served as the perfect vehicle for soaking up the rich, complex sauce. What sets this establishment apart is their commitment to authentic Tunisian coastal cuisine while maintaining exceptional quality across their menu. The kitchen demonstrates a deep understanding of traditional cooking techniques while adding subtle contemporary touches that enhance rather than overshadow the classic flavors.
   

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    NABIL

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Tunisian food is incredible, and Gola elevates the experience of it. Excited to see this restaurant flourish. 
    

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