A few weeks ago my wife and I went to Kalimera for dinner. I can't believe this was our first time to one of the best Greek and Turkish restaurants I've been to. The Turkish mosaic chandeliers were absolutely breathtaking, which glowed brilliantly as the sun began to set. Our server was extremely friendly and gave great service and recommendations to what we decided to eat. We were even graced with multiple conversations with the owner, who gave us the backstory on how he came up with the combination of cuisines. The falafel was light, fluffy, and perfectly fried to highlight the freshness. The lamb skewers and manti were our entrees that we shared. Both dishes were savory and the meat was succulent. The seasoning on the lamb was perfect and was highlighted by the char from grilling. For dessert, we split an order of pistachio baklava with ice cream and two cups of Turkish coffee with a little sugar. We were blown away by the food and service, we spoke of bringing my wife's parents when they came to visit. read more

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Came here for lunch with my mom and was impressed by both the food and the space. There is tons of seating inside, and they are expanding into a new event type space on the other side as well. The interior has a beautiful mediterranean inspired design, and it's clear the owner put a lot of time and intention into it. My mom and I ordered the Mezze combo platter and the prawns to share and enjoyed both. The babaganoush was my favorite dip from the platter and had a great subtle smoky flavor. The shrimp tasted fresh and the tomato sauce that accompanied it complemented the dish really well. They also have a dessert bar with ton's of options. read more

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As someone who often craves fresh Mediterranean food, this place is unbelievable. Everything we got was perfect. We took the Cabbage dolma, the anchovy toasts, zucchini cakes, lamb gyros Salmon kebab ND Greek salad. Everything was delicious, fresh, and spot on in terms of the execution and flavors. For desert we had a mixed plate of Turkish delights. I highly recommend stopping by. read more

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My friends and I came here on a whim to try a new place. We really enjoyed the atmosphere, decorations, service and food. This place is a family owned Greek restaurant that caters to all people with warmth and enthusiasm. Best to come here with an appetite as we intended to share our dishes but each ate our own seperately, . I ordered spanakopita because I can never resist it and was not disappointed. For dessert, we all tried the kataifi as it came recommended by our waiter. Wow! I would sooo like to make this at home one day, it's quite unique. I would come back here again and again for the amazing dessert!! read more

Kalimera Bar and Grill - Kataifi - Turkish Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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Wow, some of the best Mediterranean food I've had in the US ever! The pita bread was so tender and paired extremely well with the tasty lentil soup, the salmon kebab was cooked just right, and the salad was delicious. Highly recommend!! The restaurant is clean and beautifully decorated too with spacious seating. The staff were nice. We parked across the street in the parking garage on 7th for $1/hr. read more

Kalimera Bar and Grill - Salmon kebab - Turkish Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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We had a nice experience- you can tell the owners are very invested in their restaurant & care that their customers have a good meal. The hummus appetizer is enormous. They could half it and it would still be plenty. It was ok. The kebabs are the item to order. My daughter had the chicken kebabs and they're huge and well seasoned. I ate the veggies that came with her meal and they were DELICIOUS. I ordered the falafel. I've had better, but the arugula salad that came with it was a really tasty surprise! read more

Six of us went here last night and we really enjoyed it. Cool rainy Monday night so other than one other couple we had the large nicely decorated space to ourselves. All the food was excellent, I had the lamb skewers and the portion size was more than adequate. Branzino was had by two others and was delicious, as was the Manti and Moussaka. The Saganaki appetizer appetizer was very good but mean for four people at most as was the very nice Cabbage Dolma. The owner served us and cooked our food with one other sous chef in the kitchen so while the appetizers came out quickly, the main courses were a bit delayed. Recommend the Red Blend Turkish Red Wine which is also available by the glass with very healthy pours. We will return and I hope this restaurant continues to succeed as it offers something no other restaurant in Sonoma County that I can think of does. Very friendly service by the gracious owner with good value albeit not inexpensive. read more

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Food is on point. Very fresh , made to order. Being out of town , this place met and exceeded our expectations. Love the atmosphere and service. I give 10 out of 10 rating and 5 stars. read more

great place. so much seating and the decor all around the store is gorgeous. the owners working in the store are so kind and welcoming. such bright personalities and made the experience even better the food was so good. everything was a 10/10. the dip trio was amazing. i've had many hummus, tzatziki, and baba ganoush before but this is probably the best i've had. the pita bread is also served warm and so delicious. the greek fries were so good. the potatoes were extremely crispy and the flavors of the sauce and cheese completed each other so well. the chicken kebob was cooked so well and tasted so good. the vegetables were cooked perfectly and i loved eating it in every bite. everything was so delicious and i couldn't stop eating. the dessert was so good but ran out of space to keep eating. you definitely gotta check out this family owned business! delicious! read more

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This is a really cute restaurant with a nice bar area. I love the wood floors, blue walls and beautiful light fixtures. Is made reservations, though I was the only person there. Definitely a family run restaurant, so that's disheartening. I ordered the Baba Ganuj to start. It is meant to be shared, so it was good sized. The pita bread was soft and warm. For my entree I chose the calamari with the Mediterranean salad. A bit too much dressing on the salad, though. I did request it on the side. Otherwise, it was a good meal. I'll come back to try one of their regular entrees. read more

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We stopped by Kalimera on the way up to Mendocino for lunch and the restaurant was fairly busy at 12:40 PM on a Sunday. The staff did inform us that food would take up to 30 minutes to come out, but we weren't in a rush anyways. Service was definitely a little slow and a couple items like the manti were unavailable, but everything we ordered was delicious and the restaurant is bright with a lovely abiance. Falafel (4.25/5): Nice crunchy crust without being overly dense. Well seasoned throughout and plated with both hummus and tahini which added a nice earthiness and creaminess. Arugula salad was generously seasoned with a fragrant olive oil. Baba Ghanoush (3.75/5): The baba ghanoush itself was actually delicious. Insanely luscious mouthfeel so it feels almost creamy. Unfortunately, their pita just wasn't my favorite. It's a bit dense and I wish it had at least been toasted before hitting the table. Lamb and Beef Gyro (4/5): The gyro was nice and tender with a bit of smoky char on certain bites. The serving size was pretty generous and all the vegetables add that fresh crunch you're craving with the savory meat. read more

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We got the cold meze platter, greek salad, combo gyro bowl, combo skewer bowl, an assortment of baklavas and kunafa. The service is extremely slow despite that we were the only ones in the restaurant, but maybe it's because they had an event before we came. The greek salad was good but they cut up the vegetables pretty huge so you'll have to cut it up yourself unfortunately. The combo gyro bowl was just okay. I found that the meat was a bit dry however the skewers were good and juicy. The rice they add with the bowls is also pretty good. They gave us extra baklavas and free kunafa for someone's birthday so that was nice of them! The waitress we had was super kind and funny :-) There's metered parking nearby and also a parking garage in front. On the weekends, the parking garage and the side parking are both free. read more

Ordered to go, and it's the best food I've had even after having to drive 15 minutes home! Ordered a variety of things, and they were all excellent!!! Spanakopita - (5/5 stars) - flaky perfection, the filling to phyllo dough was a perfect bite, it is expensive since you only get 1 but it's very very very good quality Greek Salad (4.5/5) - nice and freshing, the lemon dressing was not sour which I love! Just a lil hint of lemon. Make sure to break up the cheese and mix everying well, ninus 0.5 stars for the cucumber and tomato being in huge chunks making it hard to bite Cold Meze Plate (5/5) - highly recomend!!! I like being able to try lots of things at once and this was perfect! I especially loved the dolmas and baba ghanoush, the pita goes so well with each one Baklava (5/5) - not super sticky or super sweet making it better than most! Chocolate Baklava (6/5) - I can't believe I'm saying this but I liked it a lil bit more than the regular baklava (feels crazy to say when I love baklava so much), it has a slight brownie flavor without the brownie texture, highly recommend trying it! Overall, there's nothing that tastes bad! Everything tastes so freakin' delicious! read more

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Everything about Kalimera was outstanding, from the greeting and jocularity of our host/waiter through the delicious Turkish/Mediterranean cuisine. Starting with the delicious trio of dips, the meal continue to impress. My husband had the Seabass which was cooked to perfection. I had the best moussaka ever. With my dominant hand in a cast, TJ even cut up my food. Now that is service! The decor is crisp, predominantly blue and white reflecting the colors of the sea. The chandeliers gave the additional Mediterranean touch. I highly recommend Kalimera, weather for a relaxed and casual gathering, or a special occasion. read more

Family trip discovered this newly opened Greek Turkish restaurant for lunch. We ordered bunch of appetizer from cold mezzo, calamari frito, hummus , dolmas, unfortunately they ran out of octopus. Appetizer came in quickly. They are all delicious. For entrees , the family tables ordered combination of plates Kebab, food came in fresh however a bit late. Including the Turkish coffee other than that it was good dining experience, food is fresh, delicious and flavorful. Service could be better , additional staff could help , maybe they were short staff that day. read more

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Wow! This is a hidden gem. The Mediterranean food at this restaurant is SO good. We had 2 Octopus dishes; the carpaccio and the grilled dish. They were both amazing! The lamb kabobs were tender and so flavorful. The little dumplings were tender and saucy and oh so tasty! I never knew I liked Mediterranean food so much. Our server Siena was lovely and very attentive, and the owner, Heather had excellent recommendations! We will definitely be going back. read more

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Kalimera is a huge, beautifully-decorated restaurant in Santa Rosa serving up Greek-Turkish cuisine. Inside, you'll see many colorful Turkish lamps hanging from the ceiling and even a piano! Its located next to the Museum of Sonoma County. We came here for lunch on our way back from Bodega Bay to the Bay Area since our 5-yo son is usually fans of grilled chicken kabobs and seasoned basmati rice. The food overall was just okay. Grilled octopus appetizer came with plenty of kale and beet but the octopus itself needed some more massaging and was way too chewy and rubbery. The kid's chicken kabob came out looking well-done with more burnt spots that we're used too. Salmon bowl was ok but was mostly carbs with 50% salad and 30% rice and pita. Two good dishes are the fried chicken sandwich with fries and spicy Greek Aioli and the side of roasted veggies. Its possible maybe we didn't pick the best menu items, but we did expect more from such a beautifully-decorated restaurant with a good-sized menu. read more

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New place that just opened up- definitely excited to see a Mediterranean place! The lamb shank was the best thing we ordered. It was very tender and delicious. The Russian dumpling was sooo tiny and mostly dough, on top of a cold creamy sauce - it wasn't my favorite. I wouldn't order this again. The octopus salad was good but it arrived after both entrees. We had also waited an absurdly long time for everything to be delivered- I'll chalk it up to being a new business and still figuring out the run of show. Would be back in a few months if service improves. Food is solid but be prepared to wait. read more

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Came here with my mom for dinner. We were greeted warmly and the owner promptly set us up at a window side table after he pulled the blinds and prepped it for us. He is the only server so he was bustling around constantly. We ordered the fried goat cheese salad, cabbage rolls and the octopus. Thankfully we kept it light and had room for dessert of baklava and ice cream. It was all very good and flavorful but my favorite was the fried goat cheese, I also added chicken to the salad. I will be back for this! read more

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Kalimera Bar & Grill is a hidden gem in Santa Rosa, CA which should not be missed if you love Turkish/Mediterranean food. My family and I were passing through town while visiting family and decided to go there for dinner. Walking into the restaurant was like traveling to the origins of their menu. Beautifully decorated in blue and white with stunning artwork, decor, and chandeliers. When ordering from their menu it was hard to decide between the babaganoush and the lamb skewers. Both my Dad and I ordered the lamb, and my mother the chicken skewers. Upon arrival our meals linked straight out of a Michelin Star restaurant. Full of flavor and perfectly cooked every bite we took was one to savor. After dinner my father and I had Turkish coffee for dessert. Having never had Turkish coffee before I didn't know what to expect in such a small cup. Upon my first sip I realized the best things in life come in small packages. Warm, smooth, and full of amazing flavors I almost asked for another to go. Upon finishing our meal we were thanked by owner and chef Elias who had come by to ask how the meal was. My reply was simple, "People must come here, and I will absolutely be bringing my family the next time we're in town. Simply amazing!". I rarely take time to provide reviews unless I find something worth singing from the rooftop, this is one of those places. Please go....take your family, friends, co-workers, heck....a stranger even. You will not be disappointed. read more

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+ Excellent slow-cooked lamb shank with tender meat that came right off the bone + Very prompt and friendly service; the chef & owner even lightly chatted with us before high-traffic times + Reasonable prices for the area Edit: Looking through old photos, it turns out we loved the chef's previous (now closed) restaurant too! I had a feeling as soon as we found out the name. We had no idea the same person opened both of them. read more

Very friendly owner-chef Ilyas Kara warmly welcomes guests, recommending wine with main dishes; casual Greek-Turkish nautical Mediterranean vibe. Thanks TJ for the hospitality. Best in Marin & Sonoma county. read more

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We recently visiited Kalimera Bar and Grill. We were fans of the previous location in the mall, and were excited to see them re-open in a new larger location. We were greeted immediately, and seated at the last open table. We ordered a mix of dishes, from a delicious beet salad, hummus, a fish 321dish, beef ravioli (different than Italian -these were a spiced beef, with a delicious yogurt sauce) as well as the lamb skewers. Everything was fresh and delicious. We had a great meal, and enjoyed having both TJ and Ilyas come to the table. They were both so friendly and gracious. It was so nice to get to meet the people behind the restaurant - just adds to the experience. They are such nice people! We have high hopes for their new location and look forward to visiting again soon! Give them a try! read more

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We saw the great reviews on Kalimera and gave it a try. We had the lamb Kebap and it was simply perfect. Charcoal grilled to a perfect medium rare. One of the most flavorful we've ever had. Also check out the great pastries under glass at the back counter. The owner told us that the pastries are shipped in from Istanbul! The restaurant is run by a very nice family and they are all very hospitable. This restaurant is worthy of the high rankings. Go check it out! read more

Kalimera Bar and Grill - Turkish Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

The service was outstanding and the restaurant was busy! (The owners greeted us and Siena, the hostess was fantastic) Our food came out quickly and hot! We loved everything. We started with the Saganaki which was brought flaming to our table. It was perfectly sweet and salty with crunchy bread. Our entrees were the Chicken Skewer and Shrimp Linguine pasta. Both mouth watering. I loved the decor/ ambiance ... the light fixtures are beautiful as is the pottery on the walls. I highly recommend this place for a casual lunch or dinner or an evening out for a special occasion. And don't forget to try the desserts. We were so stuffed we took our baklava to go. Yum! read more

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We came here for dinner and had a Beef Mousakka, Lamb & Beef Gyro. The food was amazing and the service was great. He was very friendly and accomodating. We'd like to come back and try other dish on the menu. read more

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We love Mediterranean food, and Kalimera has been on our minds. We went last night with our son and gf, and we're not disappointed. We had some of almost everything-and to the last bite of baklava, it was great. Good size portions, reasonably priced, excellent service, lovely setting and a hard working owner who truly loves his restaurant. We will gladly visit again. read more

Met up with friends and had dinner here! New spot in downtown. Good menu options and service is great and accommodating. He comped our baklava and coffee since the beef skewers is on the tough side. Big space and good for groups. read more

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Service was great and food was good. Nice ambiance in the restaurant. We came on a Sunday just after opening and we were the only ones there, it was actually nice. read more

We met Ilyas and Heather the rightfully proud owners and chef of Kalimera. I have to say the warmth and friendly vibe they gave as they served us along with their staff was a foretelling of the food we were about to have. This is a nice step into Mediterranean cuisine.. but so much better. The location has easy parking all around and they've done a phenomenal job with the decor to create an open well lit atmosphere. All the better to see the wonderful food you're about to eat. Seriously, the nice people know how to feed you.. they deserve for their place to thrive.. they just need a few more people to find this gem! read more

Kalimera Bar and Grill - So nicely decorated. Transports you to the sea - Turkish Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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Met some friends here for dinner. I didn't expect to like it has much as I did. Maybe I was influenced that the location has been a revolving door of restaurants over the years. Had some spicy prawns and grilled octopus for appetizers. The prawns were fantastic. The octopus was flavorful but was a little rubbery. I had the lamb shank which was absolutely splendid. The service was a little scattered. Asked to order some and needed to ask multiple times for someone to come and let us know what they had. They were very busy and the staff were very pleasant and friendly. The location is well maintained and very open and inviting. Definitely will be coming back. read more

Great Greek food with a wonderful Mediterranean vibe. Nice decor & great service with our server ilyas!! Thank you ilyas for making it a fun & entertaining visit ! read more

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The service and food are amazing! And the dessert bar with all of those sweet treats just makes it all the better!

Kalimera Bar and Grill - A Taste of Turkey in Downtown Santa Rosa If you're visiting the Museum of Sonoma County, don't miss the chance to explore a hidden gem just across the street--Kalimera Bar and Grill, a newly opened Mediterranean restaurant that's quickly winning hearts with its authentic flavors and warm hospitality. I found this place thanks to a friendly recommendation from the museum staff, who also mentioned a 10% discount for museum visitors--always a nice perk! At first glance, the restaurant may seem modest from the outside, but step in and you'll be transported to what feels like a cozy corner of Istanbul. The interior is stunning, with traditional Turkish hanging lights, blue-painted walls, and white chairs that perfectly complement the Mediterranean theme. The space features a high ceiling that lets in plenty of natural light, creating a bright and welcoming dining atmosphere. TVs display scenic views of Turkey, and artwork on the walls adds to the authentic feel. There's also a bar area offering wines and beers for a relaxed evening. I ordered the Combo Skewer Bowl, which included beef, chicken, and lamb skewers, served with chickpea rice, pita bread, chimichurri, and tzatziki--a wholesome, hearty meal loaded with protein, carbs, and flavor. Each skewer was well-seasoned and grilled to perfection. The chicken skewer especially stood out for its generous portion and tenderness. For dessert, I had the Walnut Baklava with Vanilla Ice Cream--a sweet ending to the meal. While the Pistachio Baklava was unfortunately sold out, the walnut version was rich and syrupy, though a bit sweeter than I expected. One of the most memorable parts of my visit was speaking with the manager, who warmly shared his personal story--immigrating from Istanbul, settling in Sonoma County with his family, and bringing a piece of his heritage to Santa Rosa. He explained how many of the spices and decor items were brought directly from Turkey, and emphasized the restaurant's mission: to offer freshly prepared, traditional Mediterranean cuisine in a town that's been lacking such an option. He even invited me to try Turkish tea, allowing me to customize the level of sweetness--a small but delightful experience. While I did mention the slightly high prices, the manager explained that they use fresh ingredients and prepare everything from scratch--a philosophy that certainly reflects in the quality of the food. And honestly, the experience was well worth it. --- Final Thoughts Kalimera Bar and Grill is more than just a restaurant--it's a cultural experience. Whether you're a local or a visitor exploring downtown Santa Rosa, this place deserves your attention. With authentic food, a thoughtful atmosphere, and a heartfelt mission, it's a welcome addition to the city's dining scene. Highly recommended for anyone seeking delicious Mediterranean cuisine with a personal touch. read more

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Lovely lunch out on a Saturday with a friend in the new location. Stunning interior with the gorgeous Turkish glass chandelier lights. Service was relaxed and friendly. Our salads were very tasty, although I wish the pieces were cut a bit smaller to make it easier to eat. read more

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Great lamb shank and octopus, as well as flaming saganaki, friendly owner. Excellent local business. Food was fresh and fast.

Excellent! So glad the owners of the Grill were able to move over to this beautiful space and continue making delicious food. Difficult to choose what to order because it all sounded great, but I will 100% recommend the Grilled Octopus appetizer. Excellently portioned on a delicious sala, beautifully dressed in a balsamic reduction - absolutely the highlite of our meal. The dips (Hummus, baba ganoush, and Tzaziki) were high quality and the lamb skewers and accompanying veggies were flavorful and delicious. Service was friendly and inviting. Santa Rosa deserves a high quality, sit-down Mediterranean restaurant and that's what it has with Kalimera. We look forward to returning! read more

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Attractive menu options, delicious food, charming service. And a clean fresh well-lighted setting. Let's keep it busy in its new location.

Every thing about our experience tonight at Kalimera bar and grill was spectacular the restaurant is beautiful the service was excellent and the food was amazing we will definitely be coming back soon! read more

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First, T.J. , our food server is so pleasant and amusing; he even plays the piano. Second, the restaurant's ambience is BEAUTIFUL with the four Turkish chandeliers and window dressings -just beautiful with blue and white walls, the Mediterranean decor is beautiful Third, the food is extraordinarily delicious. We had the grilled octopus and the Mezza plate. My husband had an unsweetened Turkish coffee and I had Turkish orange soda. Their beer and wine license coming soon. We'll be back to explore the menu. See you soon! I have to tell my friends about Kalimera Bar and Grill. read more

Kalimera Bar and Grill - Turkish Near Me - Santa Rosa, California