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    Mesopotamia Kitchen

    4.3 (169 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating

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    Tasty and soft gyros it's very quick to have your order .I pinned the address to see them again when I visit San Francisco. May God bless them with their daily service.

    John S.

    Do you ever do this thing? You're waiting for the 48 at the corner of 24th & Castro Streets in Noe Valley, and you want to eat, but you don't feel like The Little Chihuahua or Subs Inc. or that breakfast place that keeps changing its name, but the bus isn't coming for a while because it's a federal holiday and Muni is running a Sunday schedule even though it's a Tuesday, so you really feel like walking east on 24th because you're in the mood for a stroll and it's a holiday so people are out, but you're also unsure of where you'll find a nice and cheap enough place to eat, because Noe Valley is famous for replacing nice neighborhood restaurants and cafes with overpriced froufrou places that you'd never be caught dead in, so you debate and walk and walk and debate, and you're annoyed with yourself because you do this all the time, and why can't you just make a decision? Then you happen upon Mesopotamia Kitchen, and you order and sit down and enjoy your food, although it's overpriced and really really messy, but you predicted that, and you like it more and more as you continue your jaunt down 24th, literally, because the street is starting to go downhill, and you decide to walk all the way to the Mission because you've done this out of late-bus necessity before. You never do that? Lucky for you, because I do this kind of thing all the time, and it drives me crazy. Food is good, people are nice. Ambiance is on the meh side of fancy or the fancy side of meh; you be the judge. It's a nice place to eat on a carefree day off from work. Noe Valley usually disappoints, but when it surprises, it surprises well beyond expectations. Or at least my expectations, which for Noe Valley are woefully low.

    (Hidden) Falafel Wrap. Good stuff!
    Aaron Z.

    This is a nice place for a casual bite in the neighborhood! I never tire of Mediterranean food options and this one is pretty good. Mesopotamia Kitchen has a small, simple interior with a few tables, self-serve water, and friendly service (the person behind the counter spoke Turkish, too!). Lamb Gyro Plate: This is a very substantial portion with lots of delicious crispy bits of meat. It came with a nice salad, rice pilaf, and hummus. Just a solid, balanced, and affordable meal. Falafel Wrap: I wish I got a better pic of this one, but it was really good. Full flavors and spice, plus it was not overly greasy. It comes with a perfectly serviceable side of french fries.

    Chicken kebab plate
    Celie H.

    This is the most underrated stop in all of Noe! Highly recommend their chicken kebab plate and their falafel plate. The baba ghanoush is especially delicious with the falafel. The salads are super fresh and crispy, too, and love their pickled veg add ons - not just the typical after thought side salad; I actually eat it all. Their rice is so yummy and their chicken is juicy and not overcooked. They have dog and kid friendly outdoor seating (both covered and not covered). They also have a nice bathroom that's always clean. Staff is so friendly and kind and always remember me. They also do takeout! Give them a bit of time to prep your food; they make it to order and it's worth the wait for such a fresh taste. Highly, highly recommend this place.

    Sign of the restaurant

    The first look at this place wow the most amazing place amazing food. The salmon plate was so good. The man that gave us the food so nice. The menu was nice. The desserts look so good. and that's why I gave this place five stars . Noe Valley, San Francisco

    David K.

    3.5 stars Mesopotamia Kitchen in Noe Valley is a casual, cramped Turkish-style kebab restaurant with a menu of mezze, salads, wraps, and plates. The Appetizer Combo Plate came with a selection of mezzes including three crunchy falafels with tahini, watery hummus, chunky baba ghanoush, creamy tzatziki, and a unique carrot salad mixed with cream cheese. The dips went nicely with the warm grilled pita bread on the side, but the flavors were a bit lacking. A more memorable selection was the Shepherd's Salad, made of chopped cucumbers, tomato, onions, and parsley, along with juicy chunks of grilled chicken kebab. In general, the food here was just average, but the service was incredibly friendly, and this still made for a nice casual meal.

    Lamb Shish Kebab
    Bennett W.

    Ambiance is good, you can order for dine in or take out. For dine in, they bring it to your table. For take out, you can enjoy for lunch at the office. Friendly staff, delicious food, and good service. I ordered the Lamb Shish Kebab Plate It came with red cabbage and leafy greens, lamb, rice, and hummus. The pita bread, which came toasted complement the meal very well. For my drink, I ordered the Canada Dry Ginger Ale. A great refresher! Even as I enjoy this plate of Mediterranean cuisine, everything is beautifully plated. Perfect portion, so I like it. I like it, definitely will be back to try something else from the menu.

    Mimi B.

    Visited this restaurant today for the second time . The first time I did not leave a review but my experience is the same . I ordered something as before . here's my take: they have a nice ambiance with both indoor and outdoor seating, and the staff was super professional. I ordered the babaganoish and combo gyro plate, but the service was a bit off - they brought both dishes at the same time, which didn't work for me. By the time I finished my appetizer, the main course was already cold. The portions were super small, especially considering the price point. I was expecting more for my money, especially since I've had bigger portions at other places for the same price. The chicken was a bit dry and salty, which wasn't great. Also, the plate should've come with bread, and the babaganoush should've had its own bread - they only brought one bread portion. Despite all this, I'm willing to give it another shot and try something else, so I'll update my review after that. Maybe it's just me, but definitely won't be rushing back for the portions or the chicken again.

    Lamb Beef Gyro Wrap
    Amy G.

    Fast casual mediterranean spot in Noe Valley! I had the lamb beef gyro wrap which came wrapped in lavash with some lettuce, tomato, and red onion inside. The wrap looks skinny but goes a long way! I was completely stuffed afterwards. I did wish there was a little more complexity in flavor - it was all pretty salty and I was looking for something acidic to cut the saltiness. I squeezed some of the lemon from the dolmas plate to make up for it. I also wish there was more veg in the wrap for extra freshness. The dolmas were a little pricey for an order of 4. They also had a slight alcoholic taste? The aftertaste and filling were both great, but the initial bite was slightly off. I probably wouldn't get these again. I'm curious to come back and try the vegetarian gyro wrap though! I also liked being able to order at the counter and have the food ready within ~10 mins. If I'm ever craving mediterranean food in Noe again, I would stop by here.

    The entrance rug

    If you are looking for kindness and not rudeness - this may not be the place. Don't understand why they can't clean or purchase a new rug that is pretty nasty. Food is okay - but attitude - please!

    Combo Gyro Wrap - Lamb-Beef and Chicken Gyro with Garlic Sauce, Salad, and Tahini Sauce wrapped in Lavash Bread
    Mike L.

    For the longest time, I always had the impression that Noe Valley was one of the tougher neighborhoods in SF to find a parking space. So, when one of my friends moved out here, I always felt relieved when he would suggest meeting up elsewhere in the city. What little did I know, though - finding a spot around here is actually super easy (at night, anyways). Which, ironically enough, makes me regret not offering to come out here instead. If I had, then I would've discovered Mesopotamia Kitchen that much earlier! Admittedly, from the outside, there wasn't much about this place that grabbed my attention. However, after hearing about how it quickly became one of my buddy's go-to eateries, I was immediately intrigued. After taking a look at their extensive menu board inside, I could see why! Despite how the majority of the menu isn't especially unique, there's no shortage of enticing options to choose from - wraps, plates, mussaka, dolmas, shakshuka, spanakopita, salads, soups, desserts, and so much more. Plus, they have a good mix of proteins to choose from too, whether it be your usual sort of beef, lamb, and chicken gyros and kebabs to kofte kebab, adana kebab, or iskender kebab. -- COMBO GYRO WRAP - Lamb-Beef and Chicken Gyro with Garlic Sauce, Salad, and Tahini Sauce wrapped in Lavash Bread...$13.95 As good as this looked, the taste was just okay. The portion was great (fries are included!), but the gyros were a miss for me. Despite how moist both gyros meats were, the marinade they use had an aftertaste to it. Still, it wasn't awful, though, and I really like the fries and how fresh the veggies were. -- COMBO SHISH KEBAB - Chicken Kebab and Lamb Kebab with Rice, Salad, Hummus, and Pita...$18.95 I don't always have the best luck with kebabs, but this was terrific! While the chicken was perfectly fine (it had a light char), I thought the lamb was terrific - it was so tender! It was also a pleasant surprise to get a bit of hummus and pita bread (we debated on splitting an order). -- FALAFEL SIDE (3 Pieces) - Grounded and Deep Fried Garbanzo Beans with Zucchini, Celery, Parsley, and Onion...$4.95 You can also get this with five or seven pieces, but regardless, these were so good! Each piece was fried to the perfect crispiness and I liked how soft the inside was. Plus, the consistency wasn't chunky either. -- KOFTE WRAP - Grilled Ground Lamb and Beef Patties with Garlic Sauce, Salad, and Tahini Sauce wrapped in Lavash Bread...$13.95 This was far more successful than the combo gyro wrap - the kofte was so juicy and flavorful! What's more, the seasoning in the kofte was soaked up by the lavash and nicely balanced out by the veggies. Delish! -- SALMON PLATE - Flavored Grilled Salmon Served with Rice, Salad, Hummus, and Pita...$20.95 Even though the color/look of the salmon seemed really pale, this was pretty solid. It was grilled nicely and the center was moist, but I have to admit the deliciously complementary flavors form the lemon and herb sauce really boosted this dish. Also, while I obviously didn't expect service to be bad, I also didn't necessarily expect the workers to be so friendly either! In particular, the woman (owner?) that works the register is ridiculously nice. She warmly greets everyone that walks in and she's really attentive, always keeping an eye out for what folks might need (even the ones sitting outside in their parklet). Between that and how solid the food is, Mesopotamia Kitchen has worked its way into my rotation of go-to eateries as well! That is, so long as parking stays just as easy as it does now...ha!

    Chicken Gyro Plate
    Yagmur E.

    You can't go wrong with Mesopotamia Kitchen! My go-tos are the lamb gyro plate, chicken gyro plate, and köfte plate--always fresh, flavorful, and made right in front of you. Their fries are crisp and fresh, desserts are delicious and well-priced, and the whole place is spotless. Service is quick, the food is consistently on point, and the staff are always kind, patient, and accommodating--even when it's busy. Highly recommend!

    The taziki - very good

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    Deeeelish! I had the salmon and loved it. The prices are very fair especially for what you get!

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    Heartwarming meal! Always a go to spot. Everything is delicious. Staff is kind and friendly!

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    Good food and friendly service. True Turkish food flavors along with good service. Been here a few times and not been disappointed yet.

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    The food is tasty, and the service is always welcoming. A comforting spot for quick takeout.

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    Ask the Community - Mesopotamia Kitchen

    Lokma

    Lokma

    4.6(1k reviews)
    3.4 miOuter Richmond
    $$

    Really yummy! Had never heard of this spot but glad we found it! Shared the Turkish breakfast for 2…read moreand the pancakes. We knew it would be too much food but it was good. That sausage was to die for. Next time we'd get the sandwich which they recommended and maybe a side of pancakes because it's pretty sweet with all the toppings! Cute spot great ambiance and service

    We came here because we were craving a traditional Turkish breakfast, and overall we had a really…read moreenjoyable experience. The Turkish breakfast was absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We shared one breakfast platter, and it was more than enough for us. The restaurant itself is also beautiful, with a cozy atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy your meal. The biggest disappointment was the Turkish coffee. I had been telling my husband how amazing authentic Turkish coffee can be because I had previously visited a Turkish café in San Mateo where the coffee was served in a traditional pot alongside Turkish delights, allowing you to refill your small cup. I expected something similar here. Instead, we each received only a tiny cup for around $5, which felt more like ordering a small espresso. It wasn't bad, but it definitely didn't live up to our expectations. The service was another area that could be improved. We arrived early and were ready to order, but we waited quite a while before anyone came to our table. During that time, I noticed another table that had arrived after us was greeted, had their order taken, and thus received their food before we were served. That was a little frustrating. One small inconvenience is that there is only one restroom for the restaurant. Despite those issues, the food was excellent, and that's what matters most. We would absolutely come back for the Turkish breakfast because it was truly delicious. Overall, I'd give this place 4 out of 5 stars. With a little improvement in service and a more memorable Turkish coffee experience, it would easily be a 5-star restaurant.

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    Lokma - Turlu Omelet- Turkish ratatouille, tzatziki, three eggs with crispy potatoes

    Turlu Omelet- Turkish ratatouille, tzatziki, three eggs with crispy potatoes

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    Burma Love - SF Restaurant Week 2024

    Burma Love

    4.1(2k reviews)
    1.3 miMission
    $$
    Full bar
    Gluten-free friendly

    I'm writing this review as a mom who brought her two kids, ages 10 and 5, here for lunch--and Burma…read moreLove was easily a 10/10 for all of us! For the kids, we ordered the sesame chicken and plain garlic noodles, and they genuinely could not stop raving about the food between bites. My 10-year-old officially declared Burma Love her new favorite restaurant, and of course, her 5-year-old brother immediately had to confirm that he agreed. I ordered the tea leaf salad and samosa soup for myself. The samosa soup was absolutely fabulous--rich, flavorful, and so satisfying--and the tea leaf salad was lovely as well. Everything we ordered was delicious, and finding a restaurant that both I AND my kids are this excited about is always a win. We will absolutely be back. Easily a 10/10!

    A great first impression. I never had Burmese food before and recently found this place going…read morethrough yelp; I was surprised how highly reviewed it was and decided to give it a try. Parking for this location was very difficult, especially when you visit on a busy day. The atmosphere is moody and dark which is perfect for a date night. I ordered - Burma Chicken Mint - Nan Pia Dok - Tea leaf salad We started off with the tea salad since it was highly suggested by our waiter. I love the amount of toppings they add onto the salad and having it served table side is even better. For the salad, it was more savory and the flavor was light which helped bring out the salad more; which is a positive. The Nan Pia Dok noodles were also served table side and honestly, this was good but not quite extraordinary. Eventually halfway, the noodles lost its flavor and just felt like stir fried noodles with toppings. This was also more of a savory dish. The Burma Chicken Mint dish was also somewhat delicious but fell short towards the end as it tasted exactly what it looks like. It's not bad but does get boring fast. If you love spicy food then I highly recommend getting this; otherwise it's not really for me. The service is honestly top notch, can't really complain when the person serving you the salad is extremely friendly which breaks the awkward silence every now and then. Overall, I would definitely come back to try some of the other dishes as I'm venturing into newer territory, and honestly that's okay. The service and food was decent enough for me to give it another chance. The salad was honestly the best thing to get here.

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    Halal Wings Plus - 10 pcs wings: Spicy Lemon Pepper

    Halal Wings Plus

    4.0(625 reviews)
    2.6 miTenderloin
    $$

    A few friends and I were walking around downtown and wanted a snack. We thought of this spot for…read morewings. Can't say no when it comes to wings! We've tried Halal Wings Plus a few times before throughout the years and it was always a pretty solid choice. The neighborhood is a bit shady, so beware of your surroundings and watch where you're stepping, cuz you don't wanna be stepping on sh** or b@rf! The menu is above the cashier, so you just order and pay up front and get the receipt with your order number. They'll call the number out when it's ready. I think there's roughly 8-10 tables, if you decide to dine in. ***OUR PICKS*** We ordered 20 wings with 2 flavors. LEMON PEPPER CHICKEN WINGS ~ lots of pepper flavor but the lemon did not shine. And the chicken meat inside didn't seem marinated and tasted bland. It probably would be better if they added lemon juice after it was cooked or had given us some lemons to squeeze over the chicken before we dug in. 3.5/5 MANGO HABANERO CHICKEN WINGS ~ the sauce was spicy and tangy sweet, but it doesn't seem like they marinate their wings. It's only the sauce that gives the chicken flavor. 3.5/5 The wings aren't at all crispy. And flavor was ok and could have been better. But what was off-putting was the smell of the wings after we boxed it up and took it home! It had this gamey chicken smell as if it was old chicken. At least none of us got sick, but I'll think twice about revisiting.

    Parking structure right next door makes parking easy...or you can find parking on the street…read more Service is quick and fresh. Location is small which makes it perfect for grab and go. But they have tables and seats to eat there as well. Their wings are to die for! Bar always raves about how these are better than Wing Stop...the spicy lemon proper is the best! And their ranch is really good! Brother location in Fremont.

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    Mesopotamia Kitchen - mediterranean - Updated September 2026

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