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    Kapari Restaurant

    4.9 (32 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Lentil Soup (Small-$5.50)
    Cherylynn N.

    YAS! After several months, the "hot and new" feature on Yelp is FINALLY working again so we can seek out small, under the radar businesses. And, just in time for the busiest day in the year for restos: Valentine's Day! *Ahem* Fellas, if you fumbled in securing rezzies this weekend...Kapari, a "hot and new" resto is a great option! Quietly opening in late January 2026, Kapari is located at the edge of Chinatown and FiDi. Street parking is easy on the weekends and after 6 pm on weeknights which is a plus! Rezzies accepted on Yelp. M E N U Turkish Cuisine. Everything is under $23 except the elaborate Turkish Breakfast for Two ($49) served on the weekends. No alkie but RM 212, a cozy bar/lounge is steps away. F O O D * Lentil Soup (Small-$5.50): https://tinyurl.com/53nvcmju Comforting, savory and earthy with a satisfying creaminess. To nitpick, it could have been served hotter. * Manti: Handmade beef dumplings w/ garlic yogurt, melted butter, seasoned oil ($19.50): https://tinyurl.com/333w3cx7 Their specialty dish, it hits all the notes of rich, savory goodness with a fresh creamy tang from the yogurt. The dumplings (like mini raviolis) had a delicate yet chewy texture with a spiced beef filling. * Mix Grill Plate: Grilled kofte, chicken skewer, beef skewer, rice, salad, hummus ($22.90): https://tinyurl.com/2dy33e4x All the proteins were cooked perfectly: the kofte, slider-sized beef patties were juicy and springy, the marinated white chicken was moist, and the beef shish kebab was flavorful and tender. Served with perfectly cooked pilaf, nicely separated fluffy + buttery, creamy hummus, and a fresh salad with a zesty vinaigrette. * İskender Kebap: Döner w/ butter-toasted bread, tomato sauce, melted butter, yogurt ($22.50): https://tinyurl.com/3rzt83bu A classic Turkish dish done right, a bed of toasted pide is topped with thinly sliced döner (beef+lamb), smothered with warm, tangy tomato sauce, and finished with sizzling butter. Rich, savory and hearty with a cool tangy yogurt for a fresh contrast. The pide soaks up all the sauces but still had a delicate crisp to it. S E R V I C E Warm, friendly, and prompt (we were one of two tables). A M B I A N C E Modern and minimalist yet cozy, with ornate Turkish plates and traditional tea and coffee apparatus artfully displayed on the walls. There's 8-9 tables. Overall, Kapari is a welcome addition to the FiDi/Chinatown area serving delicious and affordable traditional Turkish dishes in a cozy, stylish setting, ideal for a relaxed solo meal or date night.

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    Savas E.

    Food was deliciously harika! I just visited this cute green Turkish and Mediterranean Restaurant tucked in between Chinatown and downtown for breakfast(brunch)! Çok güzel yemekler, hospitality. They are very new they said was 3 weeks now has opened to serve. I ordered İskender(Gyro/Döner plate with grilled veggies on top special sauce, melted butter and yoghurd), lentil soup was çok güzel!, and Sütlaç which was the best a desert similar to rice pudding pistachios on top. They brought Turkish tea complimentary which was nice. Hope this review helps this new small business and hope you try soon! Güle güle

    Manti: handmade beef dumplings with a delicious yogurt sauce
    Ellie A.

    We had reservations for another popular restaurant close by but then decided to come here instead as it was way too busy. I'm SO glad we did as it ended up being an amazing experience! A labor of love: This place just opened up 2 weeks ago and you can tell that it's a place created by a lot of labor of love. The owners who are a couple, were also the ones serving us and were super warm and hospitable. The ambiance is nice and cozy- not packed or busy like other places, where you can take your time and enjoy a nice Méditerranian meal. Now for the food... Everything was absolutely delicious! The prices are very reasonable for the area and portions. I got the breakfast plate which is sort like a make-it-yourself deconstructed breakfast with eggs, jam, cheese, cucumber, olives and bread. The highlight dish was the "manti" which was the beef dumplings with the yogurt sauce. OMG I could have dipped myself in that yogurt sauce and been one happy camper. That sauce is incredible!!! The dish is like nothing I have ever eaten before either. Warning: it will want you to come back and have it again soon! My husband also got the lentil soup which he liked. We can tell everyone is super authentic Turkish cuisine and also that each dish is made with passion and love that you can taste in every bite. For dessert we had the baklava - now as a Greek I had to try the two different types! They have the pistachio one (my favorite) which was served in 2 and very crunchy and the walnut one which was a bit different but still tasty. So it's nice that they provide a variety! Family friendly: It's also very kid friendly! They provide a generous packet of colored pencils for the kids to draw on the paper. I really appreciate that as when we go to restaurants and they only have 1-3 colored it's nice for them to have a variety! Bonus you can keep it or give jt back to be more environmentally friendly. The kids menu was pretty great, we got the chicken and French fries which came with tzatziki sauce that my kids loved. So I would totally bring the kids here as the menu is decent plus the added colored pencils and paper too! Overall it's so nice to see a new small family business in SF. The owners are super kind and also provided us with some complimentary Turkish tea which was amazing!! And a great palate cleanser. My kids loved the food also which makes me a happy Mama :) I would totally recommended coming here to try it for lunch or dinner - with the family, a group dinner or a date night! You will love the authentic food, the lovely ambiance and the amazing incredible service. It will no doubt leave you feeling like you took a trip to Turkey!

    Nice spot for little hanging out with friends, customer service is top notch, food was super delicious. Strongly recommend for friends and family

    Turkish tea
    Julia R.

    The food is the best Turkish food I have had in the United States. The tea is amazing and the staff is a family and very friendly.

    Turkish Breakfast

    Finally found authentic Turkish breakfast in San Francisco! The quality and vibe are incredible--honestly brought back memories of my time in Turkey. The service was fantastic, and the food was fresh and delicious. A must-visit!

    The special chef's menu was very delicious and wonderful.
    Ata E.

    The special chef's menu was very delicious and wonderful. It's a very beautiful place, cheerful and spacious.

    breakfast and mantı

    best turkish breakfast ive had in the bay, lovely service and ambiance. GO HERE!!!!!!!!

    Falafel balls

    Homemade food and wonderful service. Attentive and knowledgeable. Family own. A gem in the city of SF near Chinatown. Very favorable Turkish Mediterranean. Ambience is clean and welcoming!

    Manti and meatball

    Absolutely phenomenal. This is the only place in San Francisco where you can experience truly authentic Turkish cuisine and it shows in every bite. The mantı (Turkish ravioli) is hands down the best I've had in the city. And the içli köfte was unreal. Crispy on the outside, beautifully spiced and tender on the inside with a depth of flavor. Easily the best version I've had in SF.

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    Great Turkish breakfast today. Warm-hearted and modern atmosphere. Friendly people. Delicious!

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    Great food! Reasonable prices! I will be going back there again for sure. I want to try the rest of the traditional meals on the menu.

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    Brand new Gem in Sofi - had the lamb and beef gyro and bean salad. Fast, Fresh, authenticate and delicious.

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    A comfortable spot for lunch or dinner. The menu has enough variety and the dishes are prepared properly. Overall, a steady experience.

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    I am speechless! I saw the rave reviews for Brenda's French Soul Food and had to try them out for…read moremyself. And, my goodness, I was not disappointed. Let me start with the star of the show - the Shrimp & Grits. The flavors blended so well I did a little dance in my seat. Creamy, savory and delicious! I will be dreaming about the Shrimp and Grits from now on. The Bananas Foster French Toast melted in my mouth. So yummy. I wasn't a fan of the Crawfish Beignets. It was something about the flavor of the red powder/ seasoning that left me underwhelmed. All in all, one of my favorite stops while I was in town.

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