Came across Kitava while visiting the Bay Area for work and I'm really happy with my decision to order here. The barbacoa bowl is a must! I would love to check out the ambience of the restaurant next time and get a feel for the service but since I had ordered out this time. Looking forward to eating here again! read more

Kitava - Barbacoa beef bowl - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

Some days when you eat out, you just wanna get a healthy option and eat some veggies. We found Kitava and thought it looked promising as both healthy and yummy. Overall, we were all super happy with what we got and loved how light we felt afterwards. I tried the mezzo harvest bowl, which had nicely roasted vegetables with a delicious romesco sauce. My favorite parts were the chickpeas and sweet potatoes. My boyfriend really wanted a dish with some meat so he got the Local Special ($7), which is a way for Kitava to also provide affordable meals for everyone. Even though it was on the smaller side, it was worth it for the price and the plantains were great. Lastly, the Za'atar Cauliflower & Hummus side is a must to try. Kitava is definitely a great place for some healthier options made with quality ingredients. It also gave me some inspiration for future veggie bowls I would want to make! read more

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I found this place on Seed Oil Scout and must say, my first experience was great! I had the lemon tahini salad, cauliflower za'atar, and french fries. All delicious and astonishingly affordable. Nice service, great ambiance. We need more seed oil free options like this in SF. read more

Incredible. Healthy fresh delicious. Also these chicken nuggets might be the best I've had.

Delicious bowls with healthy ingredient options I like their cauliflower rice with chicken and plantains read more

Kitava - Bowl - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

I ordered thru door dash. I ordered general tso with turmeric cauliflower. Meal come with broccolis. Chicken is nicely breaded with cassava flour. Served with green goddess sauce. I expected a little bigger portion for plantains 5 small pieces. But it tasty and not too soft in texture Sweet potatoes was delicious in salt and olive oil. Brussels sprout perfectly roasted in olive oil. Very fulfilling healthy meal. Definitely will try again. read more

Kitava - Plantains Sweet Potatoes Crispy Brussels Sprouts General Tso Chicken w/ Turmeric Cauliflower Rice - - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love this place and I love its brownies but I knocked a star off because the powers that be decided to shrink the size of the brownies - a lot! I don't care if I was paying a dollar more - give me that nice rectangle brownie please !!! read more

very rude staff. was just trying to use the restroom because im pregnant & it was carnival. i understand maybe a lot of people are coming in to use the restroom but we bought items? my father asked about beer & he says we don't have beer that's kombucha then proceeded to show him beer? we asked for the bathroom code & was just so rude about it with so much attitude. we also bought a cookie which was not tasty at all & he tells my little brother he can't eat in there when this is a restaurant people are sitting & eating in? after we were done the lady infront of us bought food & was chocking on it .. had to help her in the front of the store. DO NOT RECOMMEND. read more

Peace of mind for healthy eating. Since moving to SF a year ago, I've been on the hunt for reliable, convenient healthy places as I cook 95% of the time, but there's always those times you're running somewhere and need the convenience without having to jeopardize healthy choices - and Kitava ensures fast service, quality ingredients and meals, and variety in terms of flavors and cuisines!! I've come here more than any other restaurant in SF for that reason. Recently, my pork in the Sweet Plantain Bowl (which I've ordered numerous times) came out way too salty and I couldn't eat it. However, they gave me a refund for the pork. Then, the manager realized that the next batch was indeed a lot less salty, and gave me a small bowl of complimentary pork! Excellent service, and Dylan who facilitated all of this was also very accommodating. He gives great recs as well. I've come here alone with my laptop to get work done as often as I come with friends, and it's chill for both occasions. Though the area around it can be a little sketchy, I've always felt at ease inside. Would 10/10 recommend to a friend! It's a safe bet. read more

I can smell the food in the container. I hope it tastes as good as it smells. Restaurant will be till 4/23/23. For lunch, fish and chips for $15. To go is ok. Great welcoming service. All food comes in its own tote paper bag. Wild caught fish with vegan tartar sauce. Best to eat there. A bit greasy. 30 min delayed eating means less than crunchy fried fish. Fish tasted fresh. Fries were yummy. Organic food tastes so much better. Enjoyed the carrot cabbage salad. read more

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the build-your-own-bowl with wild rice, chimichurri mushroom, chickpeas, & lemon tahini was quite substantial and flavorful read more

Kitava - BYO Bowl - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is located in a somewhat sketchy area (right across from the 16th St BART station), but it is nice inside and full of healthy, clean, plant-based foods. The Power Bowl is nourishing and SO flavorful. Good service at this casual eatery. read more

Easily one of my favorite places in the mission (maybe SF) to eat! They have healthy options that are full of flavor. You do not have to give up taste for the healthier options. Their restaurant space is great and bright - great to have a nice meal. I have to say can also get the to go or delivery option and the food stays perfect. The Cuban Bowl and the Power Bowl are my favorite items. I cannot decide so I rotate! I like their Turmeric cauliflower rice but I am sure it is equally as good with jasmine rice or quinoa. I think that you cannot go wrong with most of the choices! read more

Kitava - Dining area - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

Kitava is such a lowkey place! I love it here! I went on yelp to find restaurants that have WiFi so I can use the internet on my laptop, and I am happy to have come across this place! I ordered their Locals Special which came with beans, rice, plantains, and pork. As simple as this meal sounds, it was really good. You can tell that the pork and plantains were fresh. It was a good portion and definitely affordable. I had to double check the price as it is cheaper than a usual dish in the city, and of good quality. Knowing how I also love plantains, I ordered an extra side and I loved how it came with the aioli as it made the plantains more tasty! Service was also great! Very fast. Staff were friendly. The RnB music was a vibe. Love the simple decor and layout of the restaurant. Liked how you can order and checkout from the table as it was efficient. Also liked how you can get your own utensils. Yes, this restaurant seems to be mainly self service. Overall, would come back here again to study or catch up with work while also having delicious and affordable food. Looking for a place to study, relax, and eat affordable in the Mission District of SF? Come to Kitava! 10/10 read more

Kitava - Plantains - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Got takeout here for lunch! I did the make your own veggie bowl ($12) with garlicky greens, plantains, and kale slaw. I didn't realize it only came with the sides and not any rice, so I do wish it came with a base. Really loved that kale slaw! I also got a side of crispy brussels sprouts (that weren't super crispy but maybe it's because I got it delivered). A bit pricey at $8, but all the food is very good and was just what I looking for. The chunks of plantains were also really good! I was surprisingly pretty full after all of it. Would get food from here again! read more

Kitava - Garlicky Greens, Plantains, Kale Slaw + Side of Crispy Brussels Sprouts - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've always seen this place on Yelp, bookmarked but have yet to try it. I recently did two lunch orders with them and I really love their food. It's like the perfect post-workout meal, carbs, protein, fats, and complex carbs, and TONS of macronutrients. Just what I like, a balanced meal. So far I've had their thyme chicken and pork lunch boxes. They each come with a cup of white rice, kale slaw mix and beans. Everything is really delicious and well balanced. I guess you can consider this to be a very tasty, healthy meal. If you're someone who's too busy to cook something healthy, I highly recommend getting something from Kitava, their meals are highly well balanced and super delicious. A lot of times when I do get take out, I feel guilty afterwards, but not with Kitava. Can't wait to try their other items! read more

Kitava - Thyme chicken - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ordered through "bentocart" some snacks and drinks from here! I know these products are other brands this place carries , however, I'm so glad I found them through kitava! The keto chocolate chip cookies tasted like normal, soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies. The keto bar had an interesting texture, a mix between an RX bar and peanut butter but I really loved it. Super satisfying and curbed my snickers craving. I was surprised at how delicious a zero sugar chocolate could taste. My new fav! I also got two Marin kombuchas in ginger lemon grass flavor. My favorite kombucha brand! Found it cute they gave 3 bottles of water for free in the box:) read more

Kitava - Chocolate - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I love this place. Came in as this showed up in my search for a healthy meal and ordered a salad bowl and a cup of chicken broth to go. Both were excellent. Especially the immunity broth for sipping - so delicious and wholesome. Today I DoorDash'd their immunity broth, chicken nuggets and a side of sweet potato. They were all sooooooo good!! May be a tad calorie dense based on my choice but you can definitely tell that it's fresh, high quality ingredients and not overly processed. Bookmarking this place for many future lunches!! read more

I know as I write this review, my girlfriend is grinning to herself... She did it. She finally got me to admit that I like cauliflower in some shape or form and I'm actually not mad it. See this month I've been doing this Whole30 diet and it's been hard some days. The one thing I never thought I would be eating is cauliflower. But you know what? You never know until you try. And it was because I tried Kitava's food a couple days ago that I my perception has now changed. Don't get it twisted. I'm still Team Brocolli all the way. But I will admit, cauliflower has it's merits. Especially if it's made with turmeric like Kitava does it. It's not nearly as offensive and I feel not only does it give that extra flavor but it's good for you. What makes it even better? General Tso's Chicken. I don't know what Cassava is but it's friggin amazing. It somehow makes the chicken so fried and crunchy like they actually are using flour or corn starch for that matter. What an amazing flour substitute! I'm totally gonna have to put this down for my next grocery order...But anyways the meal as a whole was amazing. Everything tasted fresh and the coconut hoisin sauce was like crack. I got extra sauce and chicken because I was extra hungry this day. Anyone that is on Whole30 has to take a night off and try this place. I promise that Kitava won't disappoint. read more

Kitava - General Tsos Chicken - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

I like wild rice. I like mushrooms. So I had to go for the Wild Mushroom Bowl. It didn't disappoint. Very tasty and nutritious. I saw a promotion on DD and decided to seek it out one day. The place is very accessible by public transportation @16th ave & Mission. But I have not noticed it all these years riding buses up and down Mission st. Now I am glad I know of this place! Just a step into the place, it felt like a whole different world. I really enjoyed the time I spent here, reset from a whole day of busyness, took care of myself, before again facing the world outside. read more

Kitava - Wild Mushroom Bowl/ Ginger Lemongrass Kombucha - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

Healthy food without compromise, indeed. I think there's a bit better value and more volume for eating in vs dining out but very reliable, healthy, and delicious read more

The food quality is superb. I really value how thoughtfully the ingredients are sourced at Kitava and I have yet to find another place in San Francisco that pays the same attention to the quality and production of their ingredients. I've read some comments regarding the portion size and I agree on that but I kept coming due to the quality. My favorite things to order are the BYO bowl and the immunity broth. read more

Kitava - Dark Chocolate Brownie - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend and I attended a workshop at a local yoga studio and wanted something clean and healthy to eat during our lunch break. We both didn't eat breakfast, so Kitava really hit the spot after a whole day workshop at the studio. Overall customer service was great. The employee at the register was friendly, and our food came out very quickly, which was perfect since we were on a tight lunch schedule. I had the Mezze Harvest Bowl with shredded beef. I thought that all the flavors melded well. The beef was optional but recommended, and it did not disappoint. The beef was also plentiful and really kept me satiated for the rest of my workshop. In general the bowl looked pretty hefty, but I finished my bowl and didn't feel stuffed. read more

Unfortunately, area really sketchy... But the restaurant is solid goodness. This place is clean.... The dishes are simple, unique combos of clean eating. Dishes I wouldn't normally order, but everything I've tried I've really enjoyed. I think it's nice that they have tasty vegan dishes and variety of cultures working. Nice job on this restaurant. read more

Thank god for Kitava!!! My partner and I started Whole 30 and we're so happy that Kitava is Whole 30 approved (minus some items). Essentially all their proteins except for the ahi tuna (addition of coconut sugar) is Whole 30 approved. Their fried chicken and fries are also whole 30 approved which is a god send. The bowls are very hearty and very filling. Service was great and the indoor space is very vibey. They also provide take out. Will be back! read more

I have never been here in person but have ordered 3 time on DoorDash. Their food has never disappointed and it is very good and flavorful and fresh. read more

Avoid - Total RIP OFF!!! Most pathetic excuse for a bowl that I have ever seen. Ordered a chicken bowl with rice, beans & kale, bowl was LESS than HALF FULL. I will not be returning here anytime soon. read more

Kitava - Chicken Bowl with Rice, Beans & Kale (added hot sauce). NOT EVEN HALF FULL - TOTAL RIP OFF!! - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

honestly a 10/10. light lunch with good flavor. good ambience, lots of seating. i couldn't wait to take a pic until i was halfway done, so good! read more

Kitava - Sesame Chicken Bowl - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you want something healthish this is your spot! They have salad and grain bowl options as well as a variety of protein choices. You can also build your own, which I gladly did. Half greens and half ancient grains with chicken and green goddess dressing. They do not have calorie counts for the dressing but they do have ingredient lists. The chicken on the salad was mostly dark meat, surprising for the theme of this place and what I got (I was in the mood for lean protein) but for those of you looking for a dark meat/ fatty chicken salad, you will find it here! I did not care for the immunity broth, found it very oily, could not drink it, but I make my own broth from scratch at home and do not put oils in it so perhaps I am bias. The location is across from the Bart station on mission and pretty sketchy outside, highly recommend going during the day! read more

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My friend was looking for a low-sodium cafe/restaurant in S.F. I found Kitava with reviews giving high ratings. While Kitava itself doesn't claim to have a low-salt menu, the staff handed my friend a printed ingredients/nutrition list that is also on their website. We love the variety of add-ons and side dishes. The server was very attentive and brought us extra portions of heavenly coconut cream for the thoughtfully sourced Andytown coffee (water-processed decaf) and a good selection of teas. Reasonable pricing for creative combos of delicious, quality ingredients. We were delighted to find this place and will definitely return. read more

Healthy and delicious - wish there were more premade combos to choose from only because it forces me to be creative. I got the harvest bowel and mushroom. Both were delicious but the harvest was my favorite! read more

I would come back here for the feel good food and kind service! My friend and I weren't too hungry, so we shared a delightful bowl and had a brownie for dessert. This was one of the best brownies I've had in a while! We were very satifsifed afterwards. read more

Kitava - Mezze Harvest Bowl - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great food! Highly recommend. One of those places that doesn't look too healthy or clean from outside but taste is on point. Prices are reasonable and service is quick. Salads and entrees are large. Plantains are a must. Ambiance is modern and minimalistic. read more

I have only gotten food from here off of DoorDash so I can't speak on their ambiance but their food is good

Healthy and delicious! My sister and I order here from doordash and we're always happy with the food. The barbacoa beef is not at all dry and I would definitely recommend the Green Goddess dressing! Always comes safely packaged and I don't feel sluggish once I finish my meal. read more

Another yummy find thanks to yelp! I wanted something healthy and Kitava popped up. I was in SF for a little respite. I rely so heavily on yelp to find me places to try, at home but especially when traveling. I'm so glad I found Kitava! Now it's on my rotation for when I come to the city. read more

Kitava - Cuban bowl $15 w pulled pork - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Kitava is a very pleasant surprise in the midst of rowdy, rustly mission st. It's surprising not because it's great food, the mission has some incredible food, particularly hispanic. It's surprising because of how orderly the place is and how nutritious and sustainable the offerings are. To elaborate, the mission has some fantastic food - pupuserias, taquerias, tapa spots, peruvian, you can find a burrito more easily than you can find a car broken into, but these are traditional spots, and taste is above all. You can get some big empanadas, loaded quesadillas, overflowing pozole bowls, large micheladas, you name it. Kitava instead goes with bowls full of greens, veggies, sweet potatoes, quinoa, brussels sprouts, makes it taste great and lets you take them back in compostable containers too. The insides are again far different than a usual mission eatery, it almost feels sterile. This is not a knock on all the great mission spots, which are grungy, homely and have resisted the changes of time to stay true to themselves. Kitava holds its own in this sea of tradition. It feels like it should sit in quaint Nob Hill, yet it sits in the middle of this unruly street. read more

Delicious and healthy food. Great place for anyone with dairy, gluten, or other dietary restrictions as the entire menu is free of those ingredients. It is a bit on the pricey side- we spent $71 for 3 people. The quality is definitely high and makes up for the higher prices. The general tso chicken was delicious. So rare to get healthy fried chicken. The rest of their chicken is all dark meat but the general Tso is breast meat. The pesto meatballs are a must get. Absolutely delicious. read more

I ordered a bowl with their ginger yuzu and chicken and it really tasted pretty terrible unfortunately - It seemed healthy. It tasted like eating plain, skin on boiled chicken; Had no flavor at all. Was hoping to love this place cause - helth. It's hard pass from me though. I don't know I received a stale meal or something but I couldn't even finish half the meal. I can't remember the last time that's happened! read more

Kitava - Chicken bowl - Gluten-Free Near Me - San Francisco, California

My friend suggested to meet here for dinner, I am always a fan of vegan food so was really excited to try Kitava. I really like how they have more affordable options here too. We ordered a lot of food since my friend has been here often and knows what she likes. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, zucchini noodles with cashew Alfredo sauce, meatballs, fried plantains, and cauliflower rice with curry. The Brussel sprouts were really crispy and a must order, the plantains were really good as well. I did not like the zucchini noodles at all, it will probably be my first and last time having zucchini noodles. They were soggy and so watery, not sure why everyone says they are such a good healthy substitute for regular noodles. The cashew cream Alfredo sauce here is also a no go, barely any flavor and just a slightly creamy sauce. We all enjoyed the meatballs, a lot of flavor and plenty of sauce. Great place for affordable, healthy food that will have something for everyone's palates . read more