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My friends and I dined at Dalida on a Saturday afternoon around 1:45 p.m. and we were able to get seated without a reservation with only a short ten minute wait. We started our meal with a round of cocktails. I tried out their Bodrum Negroni -- cacao infused mezcal, miso red vermouth, satsuma cheong, ferment, saline, and it was a refreshing spin on a classic. It was boozy, but well-balanced. We started our meal with a few items off the "for the table" section of the menu, ordering the the "breaking bread" and breakfast spread". Both items come with a piece of their chubby pita, a super fluffy, thick, freshly made pita. Between these two items, there are a total of ten different dips and bites to try out. The favorites of the table included the muhammara -- a roasted red peppers dip with walnuts, the tahini and molasses spread, and the kaymak -- similar to clotted cream, with jam. If you're coming with a group, I'd definitely recommend ordering these two spreads and an extra chubby pita for $5. Along with the dips, we also got the octopus and sujuk. The knife-work and presentation on the octopus is unlike anything I've ever seen; the dish is beautifully presented and almost too pretty to eat. The octopus is cooked perfectly and I really enjoyed the saltiness and brininess of the olive-caper garnish on top. By this point in the meal, we were actually becoming quite full. For our mains, we shared the Arayes kebab and the hot smoked trout. From the Arayes kebab platter, these shoe-string fries were hands down some of the best fries I've ever had. Reminiscent of McDonald's fries, the ones here are incredibly crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and generously dusted with seasoning. Continuing with the pattern of beautiful presentation, the dish is also very aesthetic. The kebab meat is stuffed inside a chubby pita and is grilled to perfection. There's a nice crust on the meat, and kebab is made with with a cornucopia of herbs and spices. I was too a bit too full to try more than a bite of the trout dip, so unfortunately, I didn't have a chance to properly enjoy or evaluate the dishes. Overall, my group had a delicious meal at Dalida. The service here is fantastic, and food and beverage is solid all around. Definitely worth venturing out to the Presidio to try at least once.
Solid food. Nice ambiance in the presidio. We came here for Tuesday lunch and I was able to find parking outside of the restaurant. I like the breaking bread (chubby pita and dips) and beets salad, and was a bit unimpressed with the octopus appetizer, though it's pretty. We also had the lamb shoulder, ny steak and black cod to share. The entrees came in a big portion and perfect for sharing. Service was friendly and water was always filled. Overall I liked the food here but a bit pricey for what it's for. The location was incredible.
Reading reviews and considering coming here? Make sure to check Opentable to reserve a spot before locking in on this one - most popular times are booked within days of them being available. Parking is free on the Presidio after 6PM, but you do have to pay if you're coming in before then. Inside can get a little loud, and most people actually put somewhat of an effort to dress up! Service was fast and friendly, and we were seated instantly for our reserved time. We celebrated our anniversary here and left a note on the reservation, and to our surprise we were offered a glass of champagne on the house! We ordered the Octopus and Sujuk, Baking Bread, Crab Pasta, and Lamb Chops. The must orders are the octopus and baking bread, as that is their signatures and ones with the most unique flavor profile/presentation. The pastas are pretty basic, and the lamb chop was super tender and flavorful. The lamb is a little gamey, but the potatoes paired with it drowns out the flavor a little. Service was fast for the appetizers, but took a minute for the entrees. Our server was very friendly and patient with us as we asked questions regarding the menu. We felt pretty full afterwards despite the portion sizes looking a little small in the pictures. However, I do not feel like this restaurant has a "replayability" factor - the dishes were all good individually, but nothing out of the uniqueness that you can't find at other middle eastern/mediterranean or similar restaurants. The main difference is the atmosphere.
Dalida is amazing all around. Food, service and vibe are amazing. Restaurant is beautiful! Gil was our server. Very nice, very professional. We did not have a reservation but they sat us next to the bar in the lounge area (one table). But honestly I think it was the best spot in the whole place. Food is excellent. Will definitely be returning, with a reservation.
Our server was incredibly attentive and helpful, but the front desk ladies were so rude to my friends. I see that this is not an uncommon experience, so maybe this location would be wise to rethink their employment status. We booked for two parties (one party of four and one party of three) since they do not accommodate large groups and simply requested to be seated next to each other. We arrived later than our reservation, but there was not a full house by any means. There were plenty of empty tables, and two tables seated next to one another IN THE CORNER OF THE RESTAURANT that were empty and did not have parties surrounding it, but the front desk women insisted that seating us next to one another would "disturb other patrons" and that we were already late, so the implication was that we had no ground to stand on to make any demands. Two people in the party ended up no showing, so we ended up only having five people total. You're telling me you can't seat five people next to each other? A party of three and two? They ended up filling the table next to our friends with another couple 30 minutes into our meal. Inconveniencing others because you've been inconvenienced is unprofessional. Being late and having no shows is no excuse to intentionally revel in some weird form of power play schadenfreude with your restaurant's own patrons. The most ironic part is that Dalida's menu claims that the owners mission is to "share food across the table", which is not what we ended up doing. Are they sure they don't mean to share food across the entire restaurant? I want to emphasize again that our server was excellent, the food was also very quality and made with care. I loved the arayes kebab, my friend enjoyed her octopus, we both shared the creme brulee toast and thought the blood orange syrup and cream was divine. The California Tadig was just okay but the seafood quality was high, I would skip out on this (especially with the price). I would simply never go again because of the front desk women.
Love this place! It's a hot commodity too because of its proximity to the Tunnel Tops and the lawn. So make reservations especially during the weekend. Sayat, the head chef, is a friend of a friend and he's always so welcoming. The food is always on point and the service never fails. Not to mention that the restaurant itself is beautiful and inside of a beautiful building and park. For dishes I recommend pretty much everything. But my personal favorite is their Arayes Kebab (which I still call the Arayes Burger from the early days). Seating outside is only for brunch/lunch so just be prepared.
My girlfriend and I met for lunch at Dalida and it was both our first time to try it. We ordered their "Breaking Bread" to start. It was delicious and came with several accompaniments. My favorite was the hummus which I enjoyed with the bread. For our entrée, we had the "Black Cod" and "Short Ribs." The cod was flavorful and fresh! The short ribs were okay. We did share a "Chocolate Torte" served with a tiny scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert. Well, the ice cream was good but not the chocolate torte as the bottom crust was too hard and almost inedible. It was a nice lunch after all since my girlfriend and I absolutely enjoyed catching up and the service was excellent! Sonia was exceptional and Sly was attentive!
Came with a large party and was able to try a ton of dishes on the menu. Highlights included: Smoked yogurt in Breaking Bread Octopus & sujuk Pork cheek souvlaki Solid, beautifully cooked: Tahdig Lamb shoulder tandoor Aleppo chicken Dry aged NY strip Also solid but maybe lil less interesting given all the bold flavors here Fattoush salad Broiled cauliflower Skip: Anatolian erishte Date cake (saffron ice cream was great!) Kayseri manti, Dungeness crab hilopides and galieh black cod sound really good - high on list to try next. The "let us cook for you" prix fixe sounds like a great deal. Cocktails were amazing - super fun flavors and combinations. Pasha was a crowd fave - feel like tomato water is everywhere now and this was a good one. Jane meets the devil was nice, and Saturnalia was good though on sweeter side for me. Family style private dining was an experience. You will not leave hungry. Was pretty full after apps. They asked if we wanted more food after all the mains were served and we were a little shocked. The food is really heavy though. They packed up tons of leftovers, which fed us for days. Service was lovely. Restaurant is beautiful. The private room ran really hot even with windows open, and folks were pretty uncomfortable.. especially those on other side of windows. Super easy parking right outside.
I came here because I loved that the restaurant had a similar name to mine, but it impressed in ways way beyond the name! The breaking bread was so good that I ended up ordering it twice, and I am still dreaming of its chubby pita muhammara. Also, the PS I Love You cocktail comes with boba - so fun! My only issue was we were sitting by windows and the breeze kept coming in. Food: 10/10 Drinks: 10/10 Service: 9/10 Ambiance: 7/10 Vegan-friendly: 8/10
Came here because we love the breaking bread! It's a delicious chubby pita with various hummus/yogurt dips to accompany it. This was the first time we came here for dinner and we really enjoyed the arayes kebab and black cod. The pork cheek was also good but I'd rank it last out of the four items we had. Service is always great here and ambiance inside is nice, just a little noisy at times.
Trout appetizer: this was quite delicious, the sauce nicely complemented the fresh trout. However, the dish is quite expensive for how small it is at $22, so I probably wouldn't get it again. 4/5 Breaking bread: the pita bread was super fluffy and delicious! The three dips given each had a unique flavor profile - I personally enjoyed the muhammara dip the most, it was perfectly smoky and tangy and had a subtle hint of spicy. 5/5 Saffron tahdig: this was above average, I thought the spices used for the rice were fantastic but I personally didn't enjoy how hard and crunchy the rice at the top was. The barberries were a cool addition to the overall flavor that somewhat helped mitigate the hardness of the rice. 4/5 Lamb shoulder: this was amazing, definitely the highlight of the meal. We were surprised by just how tender the lamb is when we cut it and ate it. When it's hot, it simply melts in your mouth. The sauce was also nicely spiced, it felt like it had a touch of cinnamon among some other sweeter spices that was nice. We also ended up dipping some of the lamb pieces in the muhammara dip from the breaking bread dish. Chickpeas and potatoes were also delectable and cooked perfectly. One last addendum is I appreciate that we received quite a large portion for the lamb, it was definitely big enough to split among two people. 5/5 Cute restaurant in one of the prettiest areas I've ever been to (Presidio). The servers were super nice and attentive. Highly recommend! 4.7/5
I've wanted to check out Dalida ever since I saw Chef Laura on Top Chef, and the food did not disappoint! We didn't make a reservation so we waited for an hour at the bowling alley and then we were seated at the bar. We loved sitting at the bar because we were able to ask the bartender for food recommendations! To start, we got the sunchoke kebab. Neither of us have tried sunchoke, and we were lucky to try it in kebab and chip form! The kebab was quite tasty and I liked the firm texture of the kebab. Sunchoke seems like a bland ingredient, kind of like a potato, so it paired well with the slightly sweet glaze and super garlicky sauce! We loved the garlic sauce and were eating as much as possible with every bite of sunchoke! Duck dolmas - we were so impressed by the plating and the cute little citrus fruit garnish! The dolmas were not too vinegary, the way a traditional dolma can sometimes taste. The duck and citrus paired really well together because the citrus helped brighten the heavier duck flavor. Our favorite dishes were the tahdig and lamb chops. The tahdig was perfectly crispy on the outside, had a beautiful saffron flavor and color, and the inside rice was nice and soft! The lamb chops were so unique! It was almost like there was a lamb kebab wrapped around a tender chunk of lamb meat in the center. The presentation was incredible! We also loved the sauce that came with the lamb. It made the hummus more flavorful and we loved dipping our lamb in the hummus and jus! The quality and price are soooo worth it, unlike some other restaurants in sf. I can't wait to come back and try more food!
Dalida is situated in the presidio near theWalt Disney Museum so parking is reasonable to find as long as you're willing to pay the meter. Once we got there, the hosts were nice and the servers were welcoming. Overall the food was delicious though a bit on the pricey side considering what you're getting. That cubby pita though was ah-mazing. It comes steaming hot and you just want to eat it with everything. Recommend: Breakfast Spread Turkish Eggs Just ok: Sesame Horchata read more
4 months ago
Dalida had been on my to do list for the longest time and I finally was able to secure a reservation and a dining buddy. Since it was our first time and there were only 2 of us, we opted for the chef's menu to get more variety even though the California tahdig was what made the restaurant catch my eye in the first place. Service was friendly and attentive. The restaurant id located in the Presidio and is a huge space with a classic ambiance. Overall, a great first experience and I'll definitely be back as soon as I can secure another reservation. The chef's menu is an incredible amount of food. Everything was so well prepared and fresh. The highlights for me were: The breaking bread comes with the most delicious versions of hummus, labneh, and muahammara that I have ever had. The bread is worth breaking a low carb diet. Don't tell the Italian restaurants but the pasta might be one of my favorites in the city. I just love the bite the pasta gets from being made of bread flour. The fattoush salad is good enough to get your pickiest carnivore eating some veggies. The lamb dishes were absolutely to die for. Juicy and tender and served with great sauces. The dishes I probably wouldn't get if I ordered ala carte would be: the mussels, tahdig, and the roasted squash that was the seasonal vegetable. They were good but not amazing enough that I would opt for them over trying other items. read more
We had such a fantastic meal here for Mother's Day brunch. The restaurant is situated inside of The Presidio, in a renovated building with really great decorative touches throughout the interior. Our server, Felicia, was very helpful in navigating the menu. My favorites were the octopus & sujuk and the su börek. The octopus is a unique dish, sliced thinly with the pork sujuk to add spice and flavor. The su börek is similar to a lasagna, but much lighter and chewier (in the best way). read more
1 year ago
Overdue review.. we love the ambiance, the staff were great.. we walk in as soon as they opened and we got seated right away! We had chubby pita, saffron tahdig, the lamb .. everything was tasty.. the meat was soft and tender! For dessert we had rose tres leches! We definitely will come back read more
9 months ago
So what is it with these places that have a Chef's menu, and they can't tell you what you will be getting until they serve it. Always makes me a little suspicious that it's a way of managing inventory, and by the end of the night, they will be serving you what didn't get ordered á la carte to reduce waste...? I shouldn't start with a complaint, because after having no electricity for 4 days Dalida definitely lifted our spirits. Everyone on staff was friendly, well-trained and efficient. Our server promoted the Chef's menu, as she should, but added, if you see specific things that you prefer not to eat, you will more likely want to order individually. I would eat nearly everything on that menu, but my dining partner, not so much, so we went a la carte. Started with: Anatolian Martini: evoo washed four pillar olive leaf gin or evoo washed vodka, dry and blanc vermouth, house olive brine. $17 - 3* The special gin was a little too flowery for me, and I should have asked for it very dry, because too much vermouth for me. Pic anic Basket: vodka, gin, mezcal, or tequila, green apple, celery, tarragon, lemon, bubbles. $18 -4* T got this one with mezcal. I usually find anything with tarragon is overpowering, but this was very subtle and paired well with the mezcal. Wish I had ordered it. With dinner I had Domaine de Figueirasse 'gris de gris' rosé Grenache blend. Provence, France 2022 $14 -4.5* and T had Château Belá Riesling. Štúrovo, Slovakia 2019. $18 - 2.5 not a winner Zeytinyagli Enginar and Kereviz Aegean-style confit artichokes and celery-root, feta, orange-dill dressing. $16 - 4.5*. The artichokes were firm and not overcooked. Flavor was mild, but lovely herbaceous flavor. The addition of carrots, which were dreadfully soggy was a misstep. I would have given this a 5* with no carrots Dungeness Crab Stuffed Squid: Shrimp-crab-seaweed filling, kakavia Greek seafood broth. $38- 4*. This tasted delicious, but if you blindfolded me, I'm not sure I would detect the crab. The portion had about 4 very tiny squid, but the sauce over it and the mussels ( which weren't mentioned in the description) were kind of smoky. The seeded bagel-ish thing on top (can't remember its name) was somewhat sweet which was not a great match, but by itself for breakfast the next day with butter was a thumbs up Roasted Cauliflower harissa spices: $9- 5*. Perfect degree of doneness and level of seasoning. T who never eats cauliflower actually liked it. Cypriot Lamb chops: Encased in ground lamb and caul fat; hummus, lamb jus, chives. $35 - 4.5*. The ground lamb over the chops made them extremely juicy and added a depth of lamb flavor we love. Saffron Tahdig: Crispy Persian rice, barberries $14 - 5. The rice was presented socarrat side up. Each grain separate and tasty. I knew nothing about barberries. They taste kind of like currants, but with no sweetness. I would leave them off. Not bad, but just didn't add anything. We were too full for dessert. The Presidio is such a wonderful location for a restaurant, and we were sorry to see The Commissary move out some time ago. You can always find parking and it's a great place to bring out-of-towners. I will go back for sure! Food: 34/40 Service 18/20 Atm/intangibles: 18/20 Value: 18/20 Overall: 88/100* *need to go back and try some other things. This could end up a read more
We had a wonderful experience at Dalida! My husband and I went a few weeks ago on a Friday evening and we had an amazing time. We ordered the chef's menu, which is a pre fixe menu with SO many items. We started off with wine and cocktails--they have a great beverage program! I loved the Anatolian martini and hubs liked his burlotto pelaverga wine. Our favorites were the breaking bread and the Cypriot lamb chops. The chubby pita with the breaking bread app was unlike anything we'd ever seen--so fluffy and soft! We even ordered another, ha! The accompanied dips were also delicious, my favorite being the muhamarra. I was surprised I loved the Cypriot lamb chops because sometimes i'm wary of lamb, but these lamb chops weren't gamey at all and I loved the creative take on it, kind of like a lamb lollipop. The interior of Dalida is beautiful, I only wish we ate earlier so I got to enjoy it in the daylight! Service was amazing as well. Also on our way out, we caught a glimpse of the chef's counter. We definitely want to sit there next! I love having a view of the kitchen, it's like a free show hehe. Overall i'd recommend Dalida for everyone. Chefs Laura & Sayat have really thought out their food & drink menu and it's definitely worth a try. read more
Beautiful spot in SF! Like you are in Napa without driving for hours! Beautiful decors at some corners, other corner like kitchen or warehouse, theme are pretty inconsistent, but you will find many cute corner for esthetic pictures Drinks were yummy and cute! Both mocktail cocktail were Instagrammable. Many dishes came in well presented, love the oysters!!! Love the not so nice looking bread, but very yummy! The Salad was pretty but taste was ok. Lamb was ok, little too salty but yummy. Rose Dessert was too sweet, but matcha dessert was soooo good! Their restroom started to play sound of birds as soon as you close the door, i think this is very cute and considered like Japanese restroom Service was nice while we were waiting for our table, but our waiter gotten little impatient or upset when we ordered a lot of small dishes, because we were just 2 girls. However we didn't mind this, as we really enjoyed most of the food and the place itself. Will come back if I visit sf again! read more
I've been wanting to come here for awhile and thanks to an OpenTable cancellation alert got to have the most amazing meal. Our waitress was attentive and led us towards some of her favorite items that were so glad we got to try (chocolate dessert, yum). The restaurant itself is cozy and feels homey yet bustling. Most importantly, the food was divine. Absolutely everything we got from the cocktails to the salad to the steak (oh my gosh, top 5 steaks for me!!!) was insanely delicious. The entire menu looks so good and I am already thinking about the next time I can come here. read more
1 year ago
The Stephanie Herman Show would like to upgrade the last 4 star review of Dalida to 5 stars. ***** Expect the best, but bring your appetite. Great food and plenty of it. Jerry, the Wine Director greeted us with complimentary champagne because he remembered us from last time. Thank you Jerry. Chefs Laura and Sayat Ozyilmaz were both gracious. Lovely meeting both of them. Our waitress Nayeli was a delight and Caroline behind the counter was friendly as she described the dishes we wanted more details about . We sat at the chefs counter and ordered the chefs menu. Great food, and lots of it. I actually got full and had to take a doggie bag home- but ate it for breakfast and loved it. I highly recommend coming to this beautiful restaurant- just be careful about directions cause there are two 101 Montgomery in SF- make sure it's the one at the Presidio. We will be making Dalida our go to for fine dining - it's rare to find food this good. Thank you to all, Stephanie read more
We came here for dinner before a comedy show for immigrant rights nearby and would journey here again for this restaurant alone. May I suggest a collective breath with assurance that you are doing beautiful things and that your efforts are and will be seen. If I had to narrow down all of the dishes we ordered (dips, apps, mains, drinks, desserts) the most stellar pairings were: Turbot & Raki Rice Pudding & Walnut Nocino The Walnut Nocino is what I would call a medicinal cordial. It had the consciousness shifting of one of my mother's concoctions; there was soul in the process. Evan, the bar director, explained to me the year-long steps which included cutting a hundred pounds of walnuts individually into quarters. He came over when he heard I wanted to order a Raki and asked if I wanted him to pick one for me. I pointed to two which stuck out to me, one of which he said he had to have his friend bring back in a suitcase. I went with that one, fermented with figs. It was clear, far clearer than anisette, somewhat similar to ouzo or grappa, but like absinthe, transformed from clear to milky. It was clean and dry and somewhat heart-opening. It paired with the grilled Turbot (a must order) perfectly to me. One made me want more of the other. The Turbot was incredibly tender. At first I thought it was slightly over-salted, and then, I simply enjoyed every moment. It was a rich yet delicate fish with delicious gelatin towards the bones. Loved sharing this with my loved one. I feel like this and Raki is like a family meal. The acoustics could be softer, and also, at our chef counter seats it was fascinating to see the staff our first time in. Chef Sayat visited our table with sincere eye-contact. I can feel when a restaurant is locked-in and awaiting something momentous like recognition and I believe they will get it. So happy you're here and I look forward to seeing you, again. read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
One of the best most memorable meals of 2024 -- and it's only April! My friends and I have been eyeing Dalida since we found out the chefs are competing on Top Chef. I was not disappointed! +Pita bread appetizer: 10000/10 I've never had pita so fluffy, chewy, and dense at the same time. We ordered 2 extra servings of pita. The pickled cabbage/olives were a nice touch as well. It was my fave thing! +Steak: I can't remember the name of the dish but this was another highlight. It was the perfect size for four people to share (considering we shared ~6 other dishes). +Alcoholic Drinks: refreshing and delicious. +Stuffed Mussels: we loved the citrus and punch of flavor from the garlic/chili crunch. Our server was super helpful and accommodating. We ordered two dishes at a time and paced it like a tasting menu lol. He totally understood and didn't rush our experience! This is a must-try in the city! read more
My wife and I are always searching for new and innovative dining experiences in the Bay Area and the more I read about Dalida, the more it seemed like the kinda place that fits all of our usual restaurant criteria without "busting the budget". Dalida opened in the Presidio in July 2023 and it fills the former establishment (Commissary) and given how hard it was to get a dinner reservation and from the appearance tonight of the bustling crowd at both their inviting bar and every possible seat in the streamlined and well lit main / front dining room - these folks are doing everything right and the neighborhood is lining up to eat inventive and thoughtfully prepared modern Turkish / middle eastern shared plates of yumminess ! We opted for the chefs choice menu and at $75/each it was a good selection. We started with an amuse bouche of cold stuffed mussels and a lovely candied cube of squash filled with creamy goat cheese ! I could have eaten a plate full of those veggie cubes of wonderfulness ! Next came their version of a mezze platter called "breaking bread" - with nicely prepared versions of thick and tasty smoked yoghurt, a terrific pepper spread as well as hummus and assorted olives and pickles - with a fluffy side of pita. Excellent pita ! We also got a nicely prepared grilled beet fatoosh dish and a lobster bisque with bulgar dumplings, followed by a lamb tartar (one of the big hits of the night). The bulgar dumplings were nicely chewy but a tad bit too dense. The lobster and lamb are not usual menu items highlighting the nice option of eating "off the menu" items via the chefs choice option ! The grilled lamb chops on a bed of hummus with a rich and tasty lamb au jus was another highlight dish. They take the lamb off the bone then roughly chop the lamb and reattach it to the bone so you get a giant "chop" that is quite nice and beautifully grilled. Dessert was a persimmon sorbet with coco nibs (yum) and a charred rice pudding with caramel sauce. Neither were too sweet and both "did the job" of ending the meal with a slightly sweet note ! We didn't order drinks tonight (FYI - corkage is $40/bottle) but the curated wine list is thoughtful and quite interesting with a broad price point ($60-400+) and highlighting many (and I mean many) old world regional wines not typically available in the Bay Area. Kudos to the house sommelier and owners for such an imaginative wine program ! We intend to return and try out some unusual "old world" bottlings. We walked out comfortably full and very satisfied and we will absolutely be back !! This may explain why getting a reservation wasn't easy ! The Bay Area has already discovered Dalida ! Dammit !! We will just have to get in line and wait like everybody else now.... Well worth it. Dine here and thank us later. Seriously - a top spot for 2024 !! read more
2 years ago
On Thursday I came here for lunch with a friend of mine. I didn't have the reservation, but we found a table outside (it was a beautiful day). The restaurant is located in Presidio, a very nice and quiet area. Menu is very interesting: you can choose something from la carte or the tasting option. We just chose 2 items: one pasta (Anatolian Erishte) and one plate from land (Arayes burger). I found both delicious, maybe the meat in the burger was a little bit salty, but in general I liked it. Also the pasta was very tasty (maybe not a huge plate for a pasta dish). I'd like to come back again to try another dishes for sure. read more
First and foremost, the stuffed pasta, New York strip, and the pita were 10/10s and require a 5-star rating. We were able to see the kitchen from where we were sitting and the cooks were operating like a well-oiled machine. Regarding service, the waiter understood the assignment. We started with apps then seafood, then pasta and steak, and finally, dessert. It was beautifully timed and we never had to wait too long before getting our next meal. Regarding aesthetic, it is in the presidio and the vibe is fitting for the exquisite experience, Dalida serves up. With them gaining lots of recognition (James Beard and Top Chef), this merely confirms what we all know. Keep it going! read more
1 year ago
Great restaurant. Probably had artificially high expectations after the raving Infatuation review. Octopus was phenomenal, and everything else was good. read more
Located in the Presidio, Dalida has THE BEST pita bread ever! Trust me, you'll want to order an extra to enjoy with the hummus that comes with the dish "breaking bread". Dalida expertly cooks their lamb, I highly recommend ordering the lamb shoulder. Another dish that I also enjoyed was the octopus, which is plated artfully. One dish that didn't meet my expectations was the chicken. I was hard to cut and wasn't cooked throughly. Our waitress was super gracious and took the chicken back and had the kitchen fire up a new one, which was also just meh. Give this place a try, I'd just not order the chicken. Parking is fairly easy and there's outdoor dining for those rare non freezing cold SF days. read more
Came for a private party that started on the patio with sparkling wine and yummy hors d'oeuvres. My favorites included a butternut squash bite with goat cheese inside and blini with cream and trout roe. We then moved inside and had their breaking bread which was very tasty and I was very excited they had muhammara as that is a treat for me. The hummus and yogurt dip were very good too. Pita perfectly fluffy. Had a version of a Mediterranean samosa and the outside was perfectly crunchy and the inside had a very savory ground meat. I did feel mine was a little undercooked but very good. Our main server was Nayeli and she was amazing! She kept my glass of sparkling wine always full and attentive to all the guests! Very spacious restaurant, nice patio area, and plenty of parking outside. read more
A standout San Francisco restaurant that highlights Eastern Mediterranean/Middle Eastern while using farm-fresh ingredients from around the Bay Area. This is a fabulous meal, with ingenuity throughout the menu. Highlights included the table bread, a delicious pita accompanied by some of the best spreads I've ever tried. Also fantastic was a perfect pork cheek, a lamb skewer wrapped in a different type of lamb, and an octopus dish with pork drizzled on it. The tasting menu is a steal, but some of the best dishes aren't on that menu, which is somewhat frustrating. Service is overwhelmed by just how popular this place is (they forgot to bring a fork they promised to bring, or one of the two drinks we ordered arrived 15 minutes and some prompting after the first). But the food is the star, and the food deserves all the accolades it's been getting. read more
10 months ago
Walked in with a friend around 12:30pm on Sunday and they were able to seat us at the bar. The restaurant seemed pretty busy but a few tables and bar seats were open so it seemed pretty feasible to walk in for brunch but they do take reservations which is a plus. Drink: French 86 - non alcoholic spiced pear sparkling mocktail, nicely balance between sweet and tart, very refreshing and great for brunch Breakfast spread - a platter of spreads with sweet and savory options, the kaymak was almost like a whipped butter/clotted cream, strawberry rhubarb jam was tasty, favorite spread was the ajika which a savory lightly spiced red pepper dip, chocolate hazelnut spread was like Nutella, feta added a nice savory contrast Chubby pita - came with both the spread and egg dish was fantastic, warm, pillowy and fluffy, nice toasted exterior with a soft slightly chewy interior, definitely order something with bread if you visit Chilbir Turkish Eggs - this was good, two poached eggs on top of tomato braised greens, garnished with yogurt, eggs were nice and runny, braised greens were tender and flavorful, yogurt added extra creaminess and tanginess, bread was great for soaking up the sauce and yolk Service was good, food came out very promptly, servers were friendly and efficient. Overall really enjoyed brunch at Dalida, the chubby pita and ajika that was a part of the breakfast spread were the highlights for me, a little pricey given the portion sizes but worth a visit to try. read more
My hubby and I came for Friday date night and got lucky with a seat at the chefs counter! We ordered the chefs menu and loved absolutely everything. We walked away so stuffed and fell in love with it all. Definitely a great way to try their most popular items! read more
1 year ago
Food was absolutely amazing! The service was good! We really liked the atmosphere and the vibe! Strongly recommend! Thanks chef for bringing our dishes! read more
11 months ago
Visited here with 3 friends, had been curious about the restaurant for a long time. My favorites: -California Tahdig -very novel with uni on top -lamb -Kibbe -Kayseri mantı -Muhammara - hard to come across decent muhammara with so many different recipes all over Middle East. This one had my favorite flavors, not sweet, not too hot, still good amount of spiciness. We tried cocktails Efendi & Anatolian Martini, both contained good amount of alcohol. Presidio is great as location. Service was quite fast, I'm impressed. I'd love to hear more music to suppress the noise. I'm on a mission to the desserts next. read more
3 years ago
Dalida is a welcome dining option in the Presidio, serving upscale Mediterranean food in a beautiful setting. Husband-and-wife chef owners Laura and Sayat Ozyilmaz combine their extensive fine dining experience with Sayat's Turkish roots for a modern and heartfelt menu. We opted for Chef's menu, which was a curated experience of their a la carte items. They started us off with the breaking bread - a plate of wonderfully fluffy "chubby" pita accompanied by a spread which included hummus, muhammara, and smoked yogurt. Don't miss this one. Another equally as vibrant and delicious starter was the octopus and sujuk. Extra-thinly sliced octopus was harmonious with bright, tangy olive-caper dressing and spicy fermented sausage. The eye-catching, seafood-topped California tahdig was not as memorable as its appearance unfortunately. I thought the seafood mixed oddly with the tahdig rice. I recommend the traditional saffron tahdig instead, with extra crispy rice and barberries. There is a concise Middle Eastern pasta section, including classic Turkish kayseri manti, which are meat-filled dumplings topped with yogurt and tomato sauce. I wish I tried this here, since I loved it in Turkey, but we had a pescatarian restriction. Instead we had su borek, a pan-roasted philo dough pastry with spinach and comte sauce, which unfortunately was a bit bland. I found this to be the case with the swordfish as well. The sides were strong, including forest mushroom tabbouleh lettuce wraps with great texture from crispy fava and pomegranate seeds. I was excited to see late season sweet jimmy nardello peppers still on the menu as well! I was glad I saved space for dessert. Their melon and anise ice cream was a pairing I didn't know I needed in my life. And the rose tres leches cake was both airy and decadent, and a nice nod to Chef Laura's Mexican roots as well. We had a couple rounds of cocktails with dinner, and I liked the Pasha, a well-balanced blend of tequila, strawberry, tomato grenadine, thyme mountain tea, and clarified milk. Overall, I would recommend Dalida for the food and setting. I found the appetizers and sides to be standout, and next time I definitely want to try some of their meat dishes like the aleppo half-chicken or 12-hour lamb shoulder tandoor. read more
11 months ago
The pros: - Dalida is located at Presidio - Staffs were working hard, especially in the kitchen The cons: - The food theme or cuisine is confusing because it's very unique for Mediterranean food. - I couldn't believe that the chef allows to have shucked oysters served to the guests!! - Drink was very sweet to my taste, and the cocktails tasted sweet and plain. - Few newbies in the kitchen which not should be started at the main kitchen. Maybe Dalida needs a better chef who can run the kitchen to be more efficient and work in the kitchen to help the team. read more
Wow- beautiful restaurant in the presidio, amazing food, super friendly staff, cool ambiance. Their menu changes frequently based on season - but rest assured the chef knows what they're doing. The octopus carpaccio shined for us. Super thin slices topped with a delicious "salsa". The pastas were perfectly Al dente, desserts light but fulfilling. The chicken was a bit dry but overall theogony enjoyed the creative take on Mediterranean food. The place is huge- multiple rooms to cater to private parties, large main room where the bar is. Bit expensive but cest la vie in this city. Will definitely return! read more
Such a great dinning experience, would definitely visit again!! Had dinner after a round of golf. We did a la cart, everything we ordered was so good and on point. Mussels - a very unique taste, almost feels like eating a paella. Love the creativity, although it would be better if it's served hot(personal opinion). Octopus - first time eating Octopus cooked this way, it's so thinly sliced, and blends really well with the sauce on top. Breaking bread - it was so good that we ordered an extra bread! Bread came hot and soft, all the dips are good but I especially liked the orange one (sweet potato?). Burger - was not expecting this, but still really good! It is a little on the saltier side for me, but I still liked it! Pasta - is probably the most mediocre item in the sense that I could get similar dishes as well, but still really really good. The taste of mushroom is strong. Lamb chop - this is my favorite from this meal, lamb is so tender and juicy, cooked to the perfect level. Strongly recommend!! Desserts are on point as well. I really liked the leche cake but it was a little too sweet for my friend. Pistachio cake is super creative and tastes sweet-sour. The pistachio latte is a killer as well. With drinks, we spend ~$80 pp post tax and tip, super worth it! The interior is super upscale and well designed. Our server gave great recs on wine. read more
Hands down one of the most enjoyable experiences. We celebrated my nephews graduation mass. From the staff that greeted us to the staff that assisted with our service, all amazing. McKenzie (not sure if I spelt it right) was exceptional. Super courteous and informative and so accommodating. The decor and ambiance were warm and modern. We sat in the back room right by the kitchen. The meal was curated and pair with wines courtesy of my brother! All of the food was delicious. But wow oh wow that oysters were fresh, the octopus was DELICIOUS, the pork cheek souvlaki was melt in your mouth, short rib was tender and tasty and the scallops were perfectly cooked and the accompaniment was perfect! Can't wait to come back! Thank you.....genuinely for a great experience! read more
I reserved a table and was seating in front of the kitchen. I thought it was interesting to see the chefs do their magic--reminded me of reality TV cooking show haha. The atmosphere was dim but lively, many come here on a date or to celebrate their birthday when I was there. Service there was good, our waiter kept our water glass full and gave us suggestions of what to order. I cannot comment on any of the alcoholic drinks except for their ginger ale (the ginger taste was strong, it's not your typical ginger ale. It was surprisingly good). Break down of food: Octopus and Sujuk-- The octopus were very thinly sliced topped with pork sujuk sauce and olive-caper dressing. This was served with crackers. The taste was salty and earthy. It was good but I don't think I would order this again. Breaking bread--The pita was freshly made, warm and super fluffy. It only comes with one pita so I was pretty generous with my dips. I do also like the marinaded olives and pickles. Su Borek--This was recommended by the waiter. It was delicious, the layers of think sheets of pasta were crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The green sauce is blended spinach and cheese. It was not very cheesy and you can slightly taste the spinach. Crispy Lamb Ribs--Another dish recommended by the waiter. It does not have a gamey taste. It is perfectly seasoned and falls-of-the-bone. Ribs are not dried at all. I would order this again. Overall I would come here again and would like to try other items on the menu. read more
TL;DR everything about Dalida is VERY instagrammable, BUT unfortunately the food falls short and does not live up to it's hype. Tucked away in the picturesque Presidio, Dalida's interior exudes a contemporary Californian charm. We made reservations for a party of 5 and were seated in the beautiful inside dining room. The presentation of each dish and cocktail was visually captivating, a food photographer's dream, but the cuisine didn't match the hype. While the cocktails were great, I wouldn't expect any less at the steep price point. the food was lackluster and the flavors were bland. Here's the rundown: - Octopus & Sukuk (2/5) - EXQUISITE presentation, thinly sliced octopus adorned the plate. Too bad it lacked flavor, especially at its $26 price tag - Half Dozen Oysters (2/5) - While the oysters were fresh, it was hard to ignore the presence of shell fragments and intact muscle. For an upscale establishment charging almost $5 for ONE oyster, this was disappointing. - California Tahdig (2/5) - Again, STUNNING presentation on a bed of golden saffron rice adorned with uni, trout roe, halibut, and caviar. Despite all the premium ingredients, their flavors together achieved no synergy. FYI - this thing was $44 a pop yet definitely NOT suitable for "family style" - Breaking Bread (4/5) - As someone with pretty high standards for the carbs i put into my body, I thought this dish was the star of the show. Two generous pieces of freshly baked pita bread encircling a captivating medley of hummus, muhammara, smoked yogurt (the best!), and various pickles/olives. The harmonious flavors was delightful - seamlessly blending the the nutty richness of the hummus, tangy allure of the smoked yogurt, savory notes of the olives, all wrapped in the warm embrace of the oven fresh pita. - Fattoush Salad (3/5) - Another beautiful dish with all the colors of the rainbow. I enjoyed this salad with the sweetness of the heirloom tomatoes, stone fruit, balanced out by the cucumber, fennel and feta. But it lacked anything distinctive and tbh I could have made this at home - Crispy lamb ribs (3/5) - This one was less "pretty" compared to the others, with a few small pieces of lamb with bone intact served on a plate. The taste was okay and it was indeed crispy, but failed to stand out. - Kayseri Manti (1/5) - I had very high expectations for the lamb dumplings and tomato sauce, but the disappointment continued. These manti came out surprisingly dry, devoid of any lamb or meat flavor. To make things worse, a mysterious film coated the manti which made it appear reheated ... potentially by a microwave - Cauliflour (3/5) - Charred at the top but again nothing special. - Desserts - we ordered several, but I didn't eat any, so it would be unfair to rate. However based on my friends' commentary the pistachio baklava was the best one Service won't receive a markdown for what I assume to be an one-off experience. Our initial server was helpful at first, but became insistent on upselling, even after we declined mulitple times. Once he finally got the hint that we are not interersted in additional entrees, he completely ignored us for the rest of the night, even when we tried to order more cocktails and desserts he was nowhere to be found. But thankfully, another attentive staff member came to our aid, taking our orders and offering assistance. Overall, considering the price (~$130 per person), the distance to travel here, and bread being the standout course, I would not contemplate a return visit. I would also not recommend this place to anyone except for food photographers/influencers read more
2 years ago
Absolutely incredible Mediterranean food with so much flavor and diversity in palette! The staff were incredibly attentive and made sure the dishes were timed perfectly. It's also such a beautiful location and the interior is perfect for a Sunday afternoon lunch or dinner! Food: 9.5/10 Must get: octopus, breaking bread Price: $$ read more
1 year ago
Hands down the best dining experience not just in San Francisco but arguably in North America!! The vibe is amazing, the staff is sweet and knowledgeable, plus the location is breathtaking! More characters would be required to describe the food and beverage programs to the many moving pieces of this masterful collection of services. I recommend to start your experience with the Breaking Bread assortment, it's simple and soulful. There's ample parking for customers and no concern about safety in comparison to other parts of the city. read more
**Disclaimer we are family friends with the chefs** We visited Dalida on a crisp Sunday evening as the sun was setting and marvelled at the flavours from our childhood that were presented all with a twist. Each dish had a unique and intriguing component which everyone at the table thoroughly enjoyed. The name of the restaurant is actually the name of Chef Sayat's mother's name. We also got to meet Chef Laura! Both very kind and the whole staff was incredible with explaining each plate and timing everything to perfection. If you're looking for an authentic Mediterranean experience and wanted to visit the cultural cuisine of Turkey, make a reservation. Dress up, have a drink, share some plates, and have fun at this fantastic new restaurant in the heart of the Presidio. read more
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4.5 stars A gem of a restaurant in the Presidio so you should get there early for the breathtaking views on a little walk before you dine. The restaurant interior is stunning and our waitperson had been the artist who did the murals. The tasting menu was very reasonably priced and it was all delicious and beautifully plated. It's hard to say what was more delicious. There was a great variety of colors, textures and flavors to feast the eyes and mouth. If there was a let down, it was the non traditional baklava. If they had called it something else we would have been delighted, but it wasn't baklava. While the staff was friendly and personable, we felt rushed. The pre dinner drinks came out long after the apps. The dishes kept coming and at times the table was packed with dishes. I want to go back and order from their regular menu. read more
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101 Montgomery St
Ste 100
San Francisco, CA 94129
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