Lovely restaurant in the Presidio! Dinner reservations were easy to make online. There's a good amount of paid street parking and parking lots nearby so parking shouldn't be an issue. For dinner, we ordered the Raw Diver Scallops, Little Gems Salad, side of Pita, Grapeleaf Duck Dolmas, and Carob pasta. I liked all the dishes we had! The highlights for me were the scallops (fresh and "juicy"), the grapeleaf dolmas (paired so well with the persimmon slices and pomegranate), and the carob pasta (unique shape). The only thing I genuinely did not enjoy was the non alcoholic Seasonal Gazoz drink. It was way too sweet and syrupy. Please take this off the menu. Otherwise, would be decent at 10% sweetness. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Great atmosphere and decor inside and out. Modern Mediterranean vibes. Would recommend for a special occasion! read more

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My friend and I came here for brunch. We had both perused the menu, and we really wanted to try a myriad of things. We ended up settling on: *Breaking bread - while I loved the muhammara, I found the overall plate semi lacking and honestly, would have skipped it. But mostly, that's because it was just filler things. *Crispy poached eggs - these were delicious and absolute perfection! Bonus points for the chubby pita. *Octopus and sujuk - this was special! I've never seen octopus cut up this way, and it was absolutely delicious! *Stuffed Atayef - we finished with this and it was really good. We also got the pistachio coffee was delicious (and I wish it was 2-3 times the size!), and I also got the Layla (delicious, I'm a sucker for anything black currant!) and my friend got the Golden Fleece (this was very interesting and savory). Overall, the food was good, and I'd love to come try more things. read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my dinner here! Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday. Dalida definitely has the ambiance for a special occasion. It was packed on a Tuesday evening. Everything was so delicious! Service was welcoming and the food came out quickly. What we ordered (* for favorites!): - Octopus and Sujuk - Breaking Bread* - the chubby pita is so soft and flavorful! The dips were incredible. We ordered an extra pita to finish the dips. - Duroc Pork Cheek Souvlaki* - so tender and delicious. - Fattoush Salad - 12 Hour Lamb Shoulder Tandoor - Saffron Tahdig* - so good. crispy, flavorful rice, you don't find this dish too often! - Shoestring fries For dessert, we ordered the chocolate persimmon rollet, warm irmik helvase cobbler, and kabakli ekmek tatlisi. They had a complimentary chocolate dessert for my friend's birthday. The desserts weren't our favorites, but they were definitely unique! They were also good sized portions. read more

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Dalida got me saying holy-fa that Mediterranean food was so good - and it's on the recommended list by the Michelin Guide. SERVICE Genuine hospitality from patient, attentive, helpful, knowledgeable staff. AMBIANCE Refined yet relaxed FOOD 5/5 Octopus & Sujuk w crispy lavash bread crackers: cooked, chilled, sliced octopus laid out like a work of art, then topped with a tangy olive-caper dressing and savory pork sujuk sauce 5/5 Kaymak aka clotted cream gelato: super thick, creamy, and the perfect level of sweetness for me read more

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Wow I am not a Mediterranean food fan and I can't wait to go back. We came at lunch on a Friday with a reservation and sat inside though outside was absolutely stunning too. We did a series of small plates as a group but the top hits were the breaking bread app, the octopus, and the saffron rice. They also had a pre-fix menu that was reasonably priced for lunch around $45 for three courses. It's a paid parking situation though it was readily available on a Friday - I can imagine it's busier on weekends. The menu is a little spendy but honestly worth it! read more

Dalida - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dalida was on my list to check out for their brunch, but I ended up trying them out for dinner instead! We ordered the octopus and bread for starters, both of which were the stars of the show. I really liked how flavorful both of these options were (albeit not a huge fan of the olives that came with the dip). The reason for the 3 star review as opposed to 4 was the entree course. We shared the 12 hour lamb & tahdig, both of which were too salty and slightly bland in my opinion. I didn't think the lamb had much flavor outside of the salt, but it was cooked very well and was nice and tender. Overall after such a strong and flavorful start, I felt the meal fell flat where it should've been strongest. We didn't stick around for dessert, but maybe another time if I'm ever back! read more

Booked a table at Dalida for dinner and was wildly impressed with everything. Since we noted that we were celebrating an anniversary on our reservation, they gifted us a glass of bubbles in the beginning, which was a thoughtful start to a meal with incredible service. We ordered the chef's menu and it came with a huge variety of foods for not a crazy price compared to other high-scale restaurants. It started off with a few small bites that were all delicious. The fried fish (9/10) had a light, crisp fry with a creamy dill-forward sauce. The heirloom melon & halloumi (9.5/10) was a shocking surprise since it doesn't sound like the most complex combo, but the melon was vibrantly sweet and juicy, with the cheese being the perfect cut to the sweetness. The mussels stuffed with rice (8.5/10) were a rich, savory bite and were also dill-forward, a switch-up from the less savory previous bites. The yellowtail spoons (10/10) were amazing. The yellowtail was so refreshing, and the sesame sauce really provided a sourness that complemented the clean taste. It was very green onion-forward and was the best bite to just sit in your mouth and investigate all the layers. The Octopus and Sujuk (7.5/10) was one of the dishes we were most hyped for, and it was solid but not exceptional. The octopus was perfectly cooked and tender, and the flavor provided from the olive caper and sujuk sauce gave it a deeply savory, Mediterranean profile. The sujuk tasted very similar to Indian spices and was not something I taste typically in European cuisine, but it added a bold surprise to the dish. I think my only complaint with it is that it was too large of a dish, and after a while, the taste was very monotonous. I think a smaller portion with a few bites could have left a better memory in my head, but since we spent a while eating it, the taste became a little basic and underwhelming. The Breaking Bread (10/10) was the highlight of our meal. This is by far the best pita I have ever had; it's insane how fluffy it is. The three dips accompanied were all fantastic: the hummus was so creamy and delicious, the smoked yogurt had a bright acidity and a gentle spice, and the muhammara was so smoky. I could go back just for the pita and leave happy every time. The Fattoush Salad was also surprisingly standout (9/10); the tomatoes were perfectly ripe and added a nice silkiness, the balsamic added a tangy balance, and the nuts helped provide a great crunch to add texture. Finally, getting to the main, it was their Dry-Aged NY Strip with the seasonal vegetable (bell pepper) and Saffron Tahdig. The peppers (7/10) was a nicely done vegetable-forward side and came with a creamy mint sauce. Not the star but a great side. The NY Strip (9.5/10) was done extremely well--cooked perfectly, exceptionally tender, and the sauces on the sides gave a excellent range of flavor while keeping the beef the star. It's not the most complicated dish but is very simple and made flawlessly. The Saffron Tahdig (10/10) was shockingly also one of our favorite things. Not expecting much, this rice was so addicting. It had an enticing aroma, a rich buttery flavor, and the perfectly crunchy top made it so craveable. We could not stop eating it; it was insane how good a side of rice could be. The desserts with the chef's menu in general were just okay. Not the highlight compared to everything else but was a soothing finish to a fantastic experience. The Chicorée mousse (8.5/10) was so smooth, decadent, and had a nice hazelnut peanut-buttery taste--my favorite dessert out of the three. The cubes (6.5/10) were like a nutty sesame fudge that was good but had a similar texture to cookie dough, so it was a little unexpected. Very simple and bare bones. Finally, the chocolate dish (7/10) was a sort of chocolate cake with whipped cream and a chocolate sauce. It was the most reminiscent of a classic restaurant chocolate cake or brownie and was just a simple dessert beautifully executed. A lot of the other desserts on their menu looked more interesting, and I'd definitely be curious to try them next time. I have to say this was one of the best meals I've had in the city. I would recommend it to literally anyone. The vegetables they use are vibrant, and you can tell they use the best options for the season. The profiles they build in every bite are extraordinary. My favorite dishes were the yellowtail spoons, the Breaking Bread, and surprisingly the rice lol, but I didn't have a single bad bite. I also just found out they received a Michelin plaque, which is well-deserved and fitting. Exceptional service, beautiful scenery, mouth-breaking food... I will definitely be back to try everything else read more

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Beautiful restaurant in the Presidio perfect for brunch. Really enjoyed the gorgeous plant & light-filled space and natural themed decor. Been wanting to come here forever since watching chef laura's season on Top Chef and randomly meeting her brother in law at his restaurant in CDMX (small world haha.) Highlight of the food was the chubby pita that came with the tepsi kebabi. That warm, fluffy, thick pita could pair well with truly anything. The tepsi kebabi itself reminded me of a loco moco but with delicious middle eastern flavors. Truly exceptional service - we had the nicest & smiliest server ever; she was so sweet and really attentive! read more

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Interesting location right in the Presidio with delicious food and great service. It's decorated well inside with some seating outside as well, and they have an extensive drink menu (though I did not have a drink). It's pricey, so this is definitely for more special occasions. Out of everything we ordered, the breaking bread was the standout. Personally, I probably won't order the pasta again. Overall, great for an elevated date night or a special occasion. read more

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Came here to celebrate my brother's birthday dinner. Made a reservation in advance. Surprisingly full on a weeknight. My favorite dishes were the kayseri manti, octopus, fries, duck dolmas, and the "breaking bread" dips. I don't recommend the lamb chops it was so dry and not that flavorful and I would also pass on the oysters as well since it wasn't that amazing. The baklava here isn't your typical baklava - hard pass on that as well. The ambiance here is very basic they should put a little tlc into their decor as well and make the restaurant more aesthetic. The dining seats here aren't that comfortable either. Other than that our server was super nice, but overall it was a ok experience. read more

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Cute spot! Nice ambiance, servers were a little lax but once we mentioned we had somewhere to be they were very fast and helpful. Expensive! Was not ready for that! That being said, the three cheapo meals we got were still delish. I would've loved one more kibbe, and my aunt would've appreciated the dressing on the side, but besides that it was a good experience. (Ok but look how tiny that coke bottle was, and for $6!) read more

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We came to the Presidio to try Dalida for brunch and were excited for the trendy Eastern Mediterranean food here. The restaurant is gorgeous outside and there are a few tables outside on the patio out front as well if you want to eat outside on a nice day. For food we shared the Breaking Bread, Octopus & Sujuk, and Fried Quail & Bouikos. The Breaking Bread came first with the chubby pita bread and an assortment of dips -- hummus, muhammara, and smoked yogurt. Loved the creamy hummus and nutty muhammara to dip the bread in and the pita itself was so nice and fluffy. I enjoyed the thinly sliced octopus topped with sujuk (a pork sausage sauce) but the octopus itself was a bit tough and dry the way it was prepared. The texture was a bit disappointing and overall I wish the flavor was punchier, especially when eating on a cracker. The fried quail was pretty good as well and definitely a filling dish with the bouikos which reminded me of cheese biscuits on the side. We were stuffed sharing the 3 plates between two people and while I enjoyed the food, I wish the flavors were punchier. Definitely worth a try if you're in the Presidio -- the area around is also beautiful for a post-meal stroll with gorgeous views of the Golden Gate Bridge. read more

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Fantastic food, drinks, space. Extremely interesting menu. Can't go wrong. What a gem.

My friend and I came here for dinner on a Sunday evening to celebrate my birthday a few days early. We had the good fortune of sitting at the chefs counter where we got to watch a lot of the magic happen! I love that this restaurant has this option and that we could see some of the cooking taking place. We decided to order a few items and share them all. By the recommendation of our server we had the octopus and the chubby pita sampler. We also had lamb pasta, roasted cauliflower, and a mixed green salad. This restaurant was definitely a highlight for me! For dessert, we decided to indulge ourselves in the kunefe. My friend is Palestinian and had high expectations and was pleasantly surprised by how much she enjoyed it (of course I enjoyed it because it's one of my favorite desserts lol). I did see that people who appeared to be at the restaurant celebrating their birthday received a dessert with a candle on it, and I was disappointed that one didn't get dropped off at our table for me - specifically the dessert that we ordered but with a candle on top. But perhaps we had to vocalize the request to make it happen? It is such a small piece to note compared to such a grand and fantastic dinner. I've mentioned to a few people that they need to check out this restaurant on their next visit to the city. I may have to join them when they come lol read more

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the food was fantastic! every dish was a hit. if i had to pick some highlights: - breaking bread: chubby pita was soft and fluffy and the hummus was standout - octopus and sujuk: such a great combo, the sujuk really made the dish but the crackers included were so good also - lamb shoulder tandoor: the lamb was super tender and perfect ratio of fat/meat our wine recommendation also paired really well with the food, ended up with a bottle of armenian pinot noir. desserts were all good and each were very unique and distinctive. because i was so full from the meal, I preferred the baklava as a lighter and more refreshing option. read more

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visited for weekday lunch. service was almost nonexistent, had to flag down someone everytime we needed something. ordered the lamb chops and arayes kebab. lamb chops were wrapped in an extra layer of lamb kebab, kebab though spiced was still kind of bland imo. surprisingly puffy appearance and lamb chop itself is very tender due to the outer layer. arayes kebab was juicy but kind of small and also a little bland despite the amount of spices. pickled onions and pepper on the side made it a lot better though. ordered the kunefe and it wasn't crisped enough, plenty of bites of kataifi were stale. location in the presidio barracks is really nice but i expected more. read more

Dalida - interior - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been wanting to stop into Dalida for a few months now and I was excited to finally try them out this weekend. Sadly when you walk in the front of house process is just is not what you would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. It seems to be run off of two tablets with some confusion with no wait times given. After being seated, we quickly put in our drink orders but I asked for a bit more time to review the menu (a mistake). Even though it may sound gauche, I (who am familiar with Turkish cuisine) would have loved pictures of the dishes somewhere online, because I just did not know what to expect from the menu descriptions. After quite a bit of time we finally flagged down the server to place our order and I went the Fried Quail and Bouikos and my husband the Turkish Flatbread which was very similar to Turkish pide with an over easy egg on top. The honey and I enjoyed our meals quite a bit and it was a wonderful surprise that the sujuk in the flatbread (pide) was not a lackluster American sujuk, but more closely resembled what we're used to in İzmir. Drinks wise I ordered the pistachio coffee (absolutely delicious) as well as a mint tea, and the honey ordered a drink with mastic liquor. I asked the server what the brand was for the liquor (I have adored mastiha since a trip to Chios several years back) but he couldn't tell me, and when I made small talk later and guessed it was Skinos, he said he would ask the bar, but we never got an answer. It honestly wasn't a surprise as by that point our visit had multiple noticeable long service gaps. I was even interested in dessert but after another long wait and never being offered a dessert menu I finally just gave up and flagged him down to ask for the check. All in all, I would definitely love to come back for dinner and their midye dolma, but the service wasn't great and definitely brought down what was otherwise a five star meal. read more

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It was a lovely experience from start to finish. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, and the service was great. The food was delicious--our favorites were the octopus & sujuk, cop sis skewers and the manti. The ambiance was also super charming, nestled in the middle of a park surrounded by greenery. We'd definitely come back! read more

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This restaurant has such a refined but down to earth atmosphere. It's quite busy on the weekends, so I'd recommend making a reservation. For food, we ordered the Breaking Bread and Fattoush salad - both tasted so fresh and had amazing flavors. We also ordered the Aleppo half chicken and the squash dolmas. The chicken was well cooked and tasty but didn't wow me, so I'd order a different main next time. Next time I visit, I'd love to try their brunch! read more

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Food: 4.5/5 Drinks: 4.4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Overall:4.5/5 SF is starting to have quite a few Mediterranean/Turkish restaurants that are making it to my top list. I was a big fan of Taksim and Aziza, and now we should add Dalida to the list. A solid Mediterranean/Turkish restaurant. The cocktail menu is pretty exciting, and most of us were happy with our orders. I didn't get to try the wine, but options were plentiful. Ambience is a bit underwhelming, there is nothing special about the decor and tables are a bit too close to each other. Foodwise we were pretty happy with our choices and it was the best part of the experience. I had the sampler appetizer and their amazing pita bread. The salad with this old dressing and the beef skewers, which were my favorite. As for the main dish, we tried the lamb shoulder saffron tahdig, which is a must-have. Overall, the service was great, the food was lovely, and we had a great time. Highly recommend it. read more

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First off, I love a restaurant with a chef's counter, which is exactly what we booked. We went on a Thursday night and it was packed, but the energy was amazing! Overall, such a great experience. Every single staff member showed top-notch hospitality. We started with the breaking bread (hummus and pita) sooo good then the California tahdig (beautifully presented) and the Cypriot lamb chops. We also got lucky that the wine director helped us pick the perfect bottle to pair with our dishes. Both executive chefs were there and even took time to say hi, which was so thoughtful considering how slammed they were. I will definitely be back, it was such a night! An upscale Mediterranean experience that really stands out in the SF area. read more

Amazing meal! The pita bread was so soft and warm - def a must get here. We also got the fish, beet salad and scallop crudo, and duck. The appetizers were really refreshing and mains were really filling. I would come back to try other dishes read more

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My family and I had a wonderful experience at Dalida. The service was attentive and the staff took great care of us. I accidentally booked the reservation on the wrong day and didn't notice until the day before. The restaurant was understanding and kindly waived the cancellation fee for the wrong date. We were able to book another reservation for the correct day. We decided to do the tasting menu. It was a great variety of dishes, and there was so much food! The standout dish was the pork. It was tender and had great flavor. We also really enjoyed the chubby pita. It was soft and had a nice chewy texture. It was fun to eat it with the hummus, red pepper dip, and smoked yogurt dip. The desserts were just okay but overall we really enjoyed our meal. I hope this restaurant gets more recognition as it is well deserved. read more

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They were able to accommodate us last minute on the infamous blackout day. We were surprised they had power and at how delicious the meal was. Ive been to dalida a few times but their new tasting menu was fantastic and the best way to enjoy their delicious food. Servers were extremely nice and attentive. Very cool vibe inside as well. The steak, and caviar service were standouts for me. read more

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Last night we had an excellent celebratory dinner at Dalida with 3 omnivores and 1 vegan (myself). Dalida is serving up delicious and diverse dishes from the Eastern Mediterranean, with plenty of vegan or veganizable options celebrating the beauty of vegetables. We started with the "breaking bread" appetizer, which came with the world's best pita (supremely fluffy, I seriously considered asking for more to bring home with me) and a variety of dips (the yogurt dip is not vegan but everything else is - muhammara, hummus, baba ganoush, pickles, marinated olives). This is a must order!! For starters we also got the beet fattoush (red and golden beets, walnuts, parsley, pita croutons, pomegranate molasses) and the sunchoke kebab (caramelized sunchokes with Georgian satsebeli glaze, sunchoke garlic toum, pickled turnips), both of which were delicious and unique and beautifully presented. For mains, the omnivores had the Aleppo chicken and the lamb shoulder and thoroughly enjoyed their meals. We also had a vegan version of the Anatolian erishte (forest mushrooms, winter squash, hazelnuts, spiced tomato sauce) and a side of broiled cauliflower (harissa spiced, dates, rose dukkah) and fries. The cauliflower was delightful and well seasoned, and while I enjoyed the interesting mushrooms and the flavor of the pasta, I believe they had to substitute in a gluten free pasta to make it vegan and it was just not as tasty, texturally speaking. As a vegan I would recommend sticking with the small plates! For drinks, I tried a cocktail "p.s. I love you" (mahia, feijoa distillate, clarified passionfruit, paradiso aperitif, passionberry, champagne acid) - the passionfruit bubbles were so fun! And the "Layla" mocktail (pine needle smoked tea, clarified black currant and urfa biber shrub, wild thyme, sansho peppercorn) - lovely smoky and tart! All in all it was a scrumptious special meal with special people. The restaurant was warmly lit and inviting, and our servers swapped out partway through but they were all helpful and friendly. I highly recommend Dalida for omnivores and vegans alike! read more

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What a great experience! My wife and I had dinner tonight at the bar of Dalida. We tried to make a reservation a few weeks ago and was informed that they were booked. I had no idea this Top Chef alum's restaurant was so popular to be booked up on a Wednesday night. But after dining here, I totally understand. We arrived at the opening of their dinner service at 5 pm hoping to get a seat at the bar, and we were successful. The 3 bar tenders: Valentina, Donnie, and Derek all contributed to our super positive experience. I feel weird calling them bar tenders...because they were so much more. Not only were they expert mixologists, they knew all aspects of the food and dessert menu. Giving us guidance throughout our meal. All 3 were personable and excellent hosts. The Food: We started with the grilled oysters Suleyman (10/5) to pair with our expertly made cocktails. The grilled oysters were so good, we ordered a second plate of oysters. Amazing! We then ordered Aroyas Kebab (5/5) - a beef kofta of sorts cooked within a pita. Also very good. The other shared dish we ordered was a lamb dumpling dish called Kayseri Manti (7/5). Ground lamb and spices in a fresh pasta served in a Mediterranean flavored tomato sauce with a soft savory cheese on top. Another home run. Dessert? Heck yeah! We shared the layered baklava (5/5) and kaymak marash ice cream (5/5). These were both recommended by Donnie, our mixologist for extraordinaire. We accompanied our dessert with another refreshing cocktail, the Lemon Kalimera (5/5). It's clear from my super positive comments that we really enjoyed our experience at Dalida. The tasty and unique food, inventive cocktails, expert service, and attention to detail makes this restaurant very special. I regret that we don't live closer so we could become 'regulars' at Dalida. It's that special. Check it out! read more

Dalida is an exceptional restaurant and my favorite Turkish/Middle Eastern restaurant in San Francisco. The space is large, airy, and charming. The architecture is (as expected), similar to Farley Bar in Cavallo Point, but has some nice art deco touches and a stunning floral mural against the back wall. But the food is what is truly exceptional here. We ordered the octopus carpaccio to start: the octopus was tender, perfectly seasoned, and had a delicious olive tapenade and pork sujuk sauce that was flavorful (potentially accented with some sumac). The breaking bread course came next and everything was the best possible version: the pita was potentially the best I've had in the US, the hummus had extraordinary flavor and texture, and the muhammera was a delicious surprise (I had never had it before). This was my second favorite thing because... ...we also got the Saffron Tahdig, and this was beyond. It had been perfectly crisped, creating a thin crunchy web of rice. Yet the middle was soft and buttery, flavorful with the perfect amount of Saffron. I could not stop eating this dish: the last bite was as intoxicating as the first. I audibly groaned with pleasure when I ate it, and I cleaned the plate before they took it away. Also great was the Fattoush Salad and the Mandi. But I cannot stop thinking about that Tahdig. I hope to go back and order the other half of the menu. And of course, the Tahdig. read more

Dalida - Bread course and Fattoush salad - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Fantastic dining experience from beginning to end. We were wowed both by their creative flair and delicious food. Came for brunch/lunch and had the following: *Iced tea - Good. Refreshing. *Stuffed Atayef - Levantine semolina pancake, lemon ricotta, presidio bay leaf & berry compote, honey lemon syrup. So good! We didn't even need the honey lemon syrup. It was perfectly sweet and delicious without it. * Octopus & Sujuk - Thinly sliced octopus, olive-caper dressing, pork sujuk sauce. Beautifully plated and delicious. Topped on the crispy lavash crackers, this dish's robust flavor really comes through. This is probably our favorite dish. * California Tahdig - Crispy saffron rice, Santa Barbara uni, smoked trout roe, yellowtail, preserved yuzu. I feel like this is a Japanese/Mediterranean fusion dish which blends together the natural umami flavor of the Santa Barbara Uni with the Mediterranean flavor of saffron rice. The way the crispy saffron rice is treated here reminds me of grilled polenta. Our server called this dish, "the crown jewel" because of the beautiful plating. * Tepsi Kebabi - Antioch beef kebab on a tepsi tray, fried eggs, chubby pita. This dish was a tad salty without the egg. My Hb thought this dish could be executed a bit better as we had similar rendition at an Afghan restaurant recently so something to compare to, but he does like the bread. * Melon and Dill Bici-Bici - Labneh jelly, melon shaved ice, feta snow. So creative and delicious. I love labneh so having this inventive version is lovely. *Complimentary chocolate cake with marshmallow to celebrate our anniversary -- really thoughtful. Thank you! Service was attentive, thoughtful without being stuffy. Ambiance is lovely as restaurant is located inside the Presidio. Full of families, double dates and people celebrating. Atmosphere can be a tad energetic. I can now say confidently that we ate here before their Michelin star(s), which I feel like it will happen sooner or later given their current repertoire. 10/10 will return again. Located on Montgomery Street and Sheridan Ave overlooking the Main Parade Lawn. read more

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I recently held our office holiday luncheon at Dalida in the Presidio, San Francisco, and I couldn't have chosen a better place! From the excellent food to the fantastic customer service--which is rare these days--the experience was truly exceptional. The team guided me through every step to make the event seamless. We were able to enjoy a private room, as well as some seating around the kitchen, which gave us a fun view of the chefs creating their incredible dishes. Every guest complimented the fantastic food and service, and everyone said they'd return with family or friends. Dalida also did an amazing job accommodating various dietary needs, leaving everyone wanting more. A special thanks to our servers--Morgan, Seti, and anyone else I may have missed--for making the luncheon so memorable. I highly recommend Dalida for any office event or special occasion--it truly exceeded all expectations! read more

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Food was amazing, I can't wait to go back! The only reason im not giving it 5 stars is because the service wasn't very friendly. We went for a late Sunday brunch and had to wait about 20 minutes, which wasn't as bad as I was expecting especially since we didn't have a reservation. My table shared the breakfast spread; very interesting flavors, I loved it. I ordered the Turkish eggs for my main, which was also very good but a bit boring. My friends also loved their meals: the kebab and the burger. read more

Dalida - Breakfast spread - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came in for lunch with my husband and had a great experience. I ordered the pork cheek dish and really enjoyed it; super tender and flavorful, and I especially liked the mustard it was paired with. It added a nice tang that brought the whole dish together. My husband had the lamb kebab and said it was perfect. Juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked just right. The service was very friendly and fast, and the inside of the restaurant was so cozy and welcoming. It made for a really relaxing and enjoyable lunch. read more

(Ryan Reynolds voiceover as luigi from Spotify's 'you ME & luigi') The vibe is pure SF restaurant! Super Fantastic! Paulo greeted and served us! He rocks! The delish Gazozo was a fun drink to watch being assembled! Popping boba! And a corsage! Chef's menu! Oysters avec caviar! Oui Oui! Fabulous bites of Mediterranean goodiness! The fluffy pita will justifiably make you stray from your low carb itinerary! The stonefruit salad was delectable! The platter of assorted humus and other delishes were yummy! The Turkish Dumplings in a yogurt sauce w/ dill was exquisite! The Skewered Salmon was hearty and perfectly done! Love the red peppers! And one of my fave ways to have meat is...(cue in Daniel Craig impression)... "skewered." Absolutely fantabulous! And the TWO Ottoman coffees were exactly what I needed! And the trio of desserts hit all the right notes! Dalida is my new fave! Would order everything again! Woohoo! read more

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made a reservation here for saturday at 11am and got seated right away. I got the french toast and it was the perfect treat for breakfast. not overly sweet and it was stuffed with a cream and dipped in a strawberry jam - one of the best french toast ive ever had! read more

We came here to eat on Saturday around 1:30 and ordered from the brunch menu. We sat at the bar and it is very spacious and not cramped. Walking inside you just get wrapped and surrounded with the fragrant of the smells of the restaurant and oh does it smell so so so good. Our waiter was really kind and attentive. They answered all our questions and also asked about allergies which feels really awesome because not many restaurants do ask about allergies. The burger was so tender and moist! The fries have such tasty blend of seasoning...I am still thinking about the fries. The salad was really good it was presented in a deconstructed way. Every item was spaced out and not mixed yet and let me just say this salad was everything I need with my textures. The salmon was fresh and delicious and the veggies were exactly what I want. I was able to scoop them up. After we left we realized the dessert that we wanted to try was at this restaurant. However our time has passed and the restaurant was now closed because it was 2:30. So now i have a mission to return to dalida again to try more food from their menu and the dessert! read more

Dalida - Arayes Burger - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Apps that I'd recommend: California Tahdig, Tabbouleh, Fatoush Mains that I'd recommend: NY strip steak Others we tried but were just ok: octopus, mussels, cop sis skewers, lamb chops, Aleppo chicken, pasta read more

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So, we celebrated our anniversary at this beautiful restaurant. I love the Presidio and seeing the newer changes. This restaurant is light and bright. We sat at the chefs counter to be able to watch the magic and hard work going on in the open kitchen. Our server Drake was great. Friendly, knowledgeable and he paced service perfectly. We started with sparkling wine for a little clink clink. And then moved on to cocktails. My hubby wanted a more traditional espresso martini than the one on the menu but unfortunately they would only do the listed drink. It came in a coffee cup...cute. It was good, but not what he really wanted. I got a gin drink, but don't remember the name and it was OK. We ordered the octopus and it was soooo good. Thank you to the person who creates that dish cause it's art. Then we had the Mezze Platter with the best pita I've ever had. This was the highlight! I would go back just for that and some wine. I enjoyed watching them pull the bread out of the oven. Then we had the lamb filled Manti which was good. And the chicken which was fine. I think the food was good but overpriced. The bathrooms were clean and had candles. We were able to park on the street right in front. read more

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Lively energy, classy decor. Professional service. Interesting wines. Duck dolmas were not as flavorful as expected. Black cod was well cooked and balanced. Breaking bread was a good way to open up the palate read more

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A very nice place by the Presidio area. There's pay to park street parking. We were seated at the chefs counter, it was cool to see them preparing the dishes and the service was friendly. The prices seemed a little high, the food was good but pasta portions seemed small if that's all you're getting. I got the trout and while it was beautiful and tasty I think the skin could have been a little crispier and could have used a pinch more salt. My friend got the lamb pasta and the portion seemed small and she said it didn't blow her away. However, we got the bici bici for dessert and that was the highlight! read more

Dalida - Trout with couscous - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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It was crowded but still could keep a conversation with my Turkish friend. Drinks Kalispera and Saturnalia were delicious. We ordered the Chef's Menu. The appetizers were delightful. My favorite was the squash with goat cheese and sesame and the citrus scallop. The mussels were just OK. Fattoush salad was tasty, who doesn't like beet salad? Breaking bread (arrived hot) with spreads and the turkish pasta with lamb were so good!! At this point we were getting full... The main was pork shoulder (very tender) with persian rice (meh no flavor but maybe they est it like that) and asparagus. Desserts: lemon Revani, Marash style ice cream (Kaymak flavor) and mini pavlova. The latter was OK. It was strawberry filled inside but needed a tart element. I found it too sweet. I'll comeback to try other dishes and desserts. The place is lovely. read more

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5+! What a wonderful brunch. The best restaurant brunch in recent memory. The Breaking Bread spreads and chubby pita were mind blowingly delicious. The guy enjoyed his saffron lobster scrambled eggs. Go for the Jane Meets the Devil ..Jane Meets The Devil... Highlands blanco tequila, caramelized pineapple, jasmine, green cardamom, hellfire, lime. Sublime. read more

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