Booked the semi private room for 25 for a corporate event, and it was lovely! The food was incredible, especially the lamb chops and apps. Service was attentive and made sure we had drinks and food at all time. Only not was that it's quite loud if there's another group sharing the space at the same time! read more

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Taksim provided an excellent dining experience that I hope to experience again soon! Along with group of friends, I recently visited Taksim for a birthday dinner. The staff were super attentive, friendly, and helpful. They were willing to accommodate the fact that we were in a bit of a rush and met our requests quickly and efficiently. The interior was curated well, bright, and airy, with views into the kitchen from across the restaurant. We started by ordering delightful, cocktails, and the trio of dips, which were very tasty. When we asked for extra pita bread on the side, the waiter provided us their wood fired flower bread on the house, which proved to be a highlight of the meal. The soft interior of the bread contrasted excellently with the crunchier exterior. I won't forget that bread anytime soon. The dips themselves were excellent, though the muhammara was a stand out. The crispy shrimp appetizer was great, providing an uncomplicated but fun bite which allowed the soft shrimp to work well with the crunchy exterior and sweet sauce. The shish kebab was praised by the birthday girl for its seasoning and consistency. For the main entree, we got the bronzino, which came with sardine rice, mustard, and some delightful greens, which were another standout on the meal. While the price is high for the Bronzino entree given how much fish was served, we did feel that the quality of execution balanced out the price point. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and, believe that it's worth going out for if they are in a different neighborhood and want a delightful Turkish meal. read more

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great experience at taksim. service was great and attentive. nice ambiance of the restaurant - dimly lit. it is located in an alley. we found parking on the street over. loved the hummus and pita breads! the shrimp was good as well. i liked the risotto. read more

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Went here for a work dinner and it exceeded expectations. You can tell there's a lot of effort and care for the food they make! They handled our party of 11 very well, and seated us in a semi private area upstairs looking down on the restaurant, which I loved! they also had another room with another private party next to us, but it still felt separate. Food felt fresh, and desserts were top tier. Would recommend! read more

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Taksim is definitely worth a visit, we went as a group and everyone enjoyed their dishes! The interior is moody and cute, quiet enough to hold conversations. The best dishes from our group were the lamb chops and Güveç, both well seasoned and tender. The dumplings were our favorite of the appetizers we got. I think I would come back to try the 7 course tasting menu, at $65 pp it seems reasonable. We also got a complimentary dessert since we had a birthday, the pudding was delicious! I think what makes this a 4 instead of 5 stars is the price point for what you receive, it's all good but not "blow your mind" good, and it's on the pricier side. Still would come back again! read more

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Perfect spot to celebrate an anniversary The vibe felt so intimate and homey, with a balcony on top! My boyfriend and I made a reservation for the $65 tasting menu and it was amazing! Before going, I was worried the portions might be small and that we'd leave hungry but we were both surprisingly full by the end. Every dish was thoughtfully curated, and honestly, the sauces were what made everything stand out. We also ordered the wood-fired bread outside of the tasting menu because it looked too good to pass up. And the butter paired with it was amazing. Top dishes in the tasting menu for me were the cauliflower, fried shrimp, and the shish kabob. But THE standout was their chocolate dessert. I actually don't like chocolate (unpopular opinion), but it was so good we both went silent and completely cleaned our plates. The servers were also so nice throughout the whole night. Since we were celebrating our anniversary, they surprised us with glasses of champagne! read more

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Visited Taksim on a Thursday evening and was so happy they could accommodate our group of 5 without any reservations, which has become a real challenge in SF these days! We mostly got apps and I really enjoyed the dips, pita, crunchy shrimp and lamb skewer. The service was good and food was classic but executed well. Definitely want to come back to try their $65 tasting menu! read more

Taksim - Crunchy Shrimp - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Great spot in SF for Turkish food! My friends and I made a reservation and our service was quick and attentive. Restaurant has three floors, which creates an intimate and bustling environment! We ordered trio dips and flower bread for our appetizers, which were flavorful! Especially loved the garlic butter the flower bread came with. For our mains, we ordered the wheat berry risotto, eggplant, and cauliflower. Our mains were delicious and incorporated a variety of flavors. My only gripe would be that the portion sizes were slightly on the smaller side. Overall, would highly recommend! read more

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I had the tasting menu and really enjoyed it. Food was well made, flavors were new, textures were there, and drinks were good and strong. It's easily become one of my favorite places in SF and to recommend. Felt it was rather fair pricing (tasting menu plus drink ~ $100 pp) considering it was SF. I still think about the branzino. Service was top notch and the ambiance was cozy. Would recommend for a date, special occasion, or a foodie celebration read more

Food was delicious and service was fantastic. We had a very enjoyable group dinner at Taksim. Both the appetizers and the mains were enjoyed by everyone. The eggplant, cauliflower, and wheat berry 'risotto' were some of the highlights. Service was friendly, professional, and genuinely helpful. The server made portion suggestions, adjusted number of items per dish to accommodate the group, and even separated the lamb chops for us The atmosphere is upscale and trendy. Perfect for a date or a dinner with friends. read more

TLDR: one of the best restaurants in San Francisco; definitely a fantastic spot for a romantic date or celebration. This place is at least as good in service and food as Michelin stared places I've eaten at. This restaurant is competing with a whole different class of restaurant than their prices would suggest! The service is better than Michelin stared places I've been to and the food is easily in that category. The food is Mediterranean with a focus on Turkish dishes and flavors with the unique artistry and creativity of first rate chefs and prepared by some of the most skilled staff. The presentation alone is often worth the price of the dish. The flavors are as close to perfect combinations that are unique while maintaining the spirit of the dish they are inspired by. I was blown away by their take on risotto which I really feel shows off the skills of the individual chefs; and I liked every other dish even more than that. The staff is also some of the friendliest, most helpful, most accommodating, and most accomplished I've ever seen. They cater to what seems like every dietary restriction. They are very attentive and our server had incredible recommendations for drinks. That brings us to the drinks. Whoever designed the drink menu should get several awards. The cocktails are easily some of the best and most creative I've had in the city and the wine list is superb featuring a wonderful selection focusing on sustainability and highlights Mediterranean wine well. This is now one of my favorite places in San Francisco! read more

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First off, the service was absolutely amazing. Great staff attentive at all times! Between each "course," our plates and utensils would be switched out. Great seating and vibes inside -- it gets quite busy immediately, so I recommend getting a reservation. Everything we ordered was well-balanced. We started off with the pita trio -- pita was very fluffy and the three dips were each different and unique, but not strong or overpowering. The shrimp was tender and the exterior had a good crunch, but personally didn't find anything largely standout for this dish. The last appetizer was the beef kebabs. Beef was tender and extremely flavorful. We each ordered entrees and I got the grilled chicken! Nice portion and really interesting egg yolk mousse to pair with the chicken. For dessert, we ordered the Taksim donuts, which alone was not too sweet. They recommended adding the chocolate and other creams, but I personally found those additions to be too sweet. read more

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Probably one of the best deals for a tasting menu in SF. Highly recommend. The staff were friendly and the food was very tasty (and filling). Great place to meet up with friends or family. read more

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Made a reservation for dinner here before a concert at Chase Center on a Thursday night, and I'm very glad I did. We decided to go for the 7 course tasting menu, which at the price of $59 per person (before tax + tip) is an excellent deal. We enjoyed almost all of the courses. For the main course, you have a choice between the Branzino (5/5) and Shish Kebab (4.5/5), and I highly recommend going with the Branzino. I had never had sea beans before, but I must say the branzino paired with the grilled sea beans was phenomenal. The crunchy shrimp (5/5) was the other stand out dish. I also really liked the Manti (dumplings) (4.5/5). Service was good - with the multi course meal we had multiple servers bringing out different dishes. Ambiance-wise it's quite nice inside. The only reservation I could get last minute was at the counter, but with only two of us we got our own separate counter space, which was nice. The location is right next to the Fourth/Brannan muni station, which was convenient. read more

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yummyyy the service was a 12/10, the staff accommodated our party of 8 very well by anticipating our needs and being super nice when we kept ordering. the staff was also so nice because we mentioned it was someones birthday and so they brought them out a candle lit dessert. anyways food was delicious and healthy! read more

Taksim - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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In a word: wow. I usually take my sweet time writing my reviews, but after eating here last night I ran not walked to spread the word on how great Taksim was. Located just a 10 minute walk from Oracle Park, this is a perfect sized restaurant that offers a smooth ambiance and outdoor seating. The service was top notch with everyone being so kind and attentive. As for the food...floored! You can tell there is so much care and thought put into both the ingredients and presentation. We had the oysters, beef dish and the branzino which were all fantastic. There was no skimping on quality which I feel like is so hard to find these days. Taksim, please keep doing what you're doing! I can't wait to come back. read more

Taksim - Cokertme and Bronzino - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Can't believe it's taken so long for us to go here. A top Mediterranean restaurant in the city for sure. Ambiance: Industrial chic but warm. Service: Attentive, very friendly. Nice staff Three of us ordered the below. All dishes were excellent. Would have loved to try the Manti (if only others in my party ate lamb). - Trio Dips: All good, but the muhammara was particularly tasty - Crunchy Shrimp - Patlican - Guvec: A standout. Perfect with the bread and side of orzo that soaks up the sauce so well. The sauce is very concentrated and almost needs the starch. The beef is perfectly tender. Super homey dish - Baklava - Donuts: This, along with the Guvec, was a must order. The various chocolate sauces were amazing. Rich but not too heavy; loved the temperature and subtle texture differences. Absolutely delicious Very deep wine list but extremely reasonable corkage as well. read more

Amazing. No much more to say. Go here. Eat good and enjoy. We had the tasting menu which was amazing! Fun and friendly staff bringing great food and good vibes. read more

I was looking through OpenTable and saw Takism had plenty of same day availability, so I decided to give it a try. We did the tasting menu, which had a wide selection of dishes, and I was definitely impressed with the food! We started off with some cocktails, both of which I was not a fan of. Mine was basically a glass of champagne with a raspberry in it, and my partner got a peach cocktail that was sooo sour. We also split a Turkish beer, which was really good! The dishes were all perfectly timed, and we never waited too long or felt rushed. It was also fun sitting at the counter to be able to see the chefs at work. My ratings of the dishes: Ezme Crunch - 9/10 delicious but tiny lol Patlican - 7/10 super unique but a bit too mushy for my liking Blackened Cauliflower - 8/10 amazing flavors but was also a bit on the mushy side Crunchy Shrimp - 10/10 super unique and had a great balance of flavors and textures Manti - 8/10 tasted almost Italian, but I enjoyed it Branzino - I only tried a bite of the fish, but it was decent! (You have the choice of this fish or the shish kebab) Shish Kebab - 9/10 definitely the best shish kebab I've ever had, and the onions and tomato were also incredible. Taksim Donuts - 10/10 I would come back just for this dessert. So delicious and you must get it. Overall I enjoyed the food and service. Next time I would pass on the tasting menu and just order a couple dishes to share. My biggest gripe is that the portions were pretty small and inconsistent (for example I watched them prepare four plates of the ezme crunch and one of them had nearly twice as much as the others). Our total bill for two people was about $200 after all the taxes/mandates and tip, which is pretty steep. I think ordering a couple dishes (instead of the tasting menu) and skipping on cocktails would be my recommendation here. read more

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Me: "Ohh, that's....he's opening his new resto soon!....NOOOO!!!! Don't go over there...." Friend *walks over to chef while he's on a date*: "Hey, my friend is a BIG fan of yours and wants to know when you're opening your new restaurant." Friend: *POINTS AT ME* *Everyone at the chef's counter turns around and stares at me* Welp, I'm just going to go over there, dig a hole, and crawl into it! Never returned to this space (Cockscomb) again until recently for a friend's birthday. Opening in February 2022, Taksim has been on my list to go to (sister resto to Lokma). Can't believe I slept on Taksim so long because it's one of the best Turkish restos I've been in the bay. The chef is an alum from The French Laundry, Atelier Crenn, and Restaurant Gary Danko. Takeout, delivery, indoor dining, and outdoor parklet dining available. Dog-friendly. M E N U Upscale Turkish Fare with french and modern twists. Compact menu with about 20 items: mezze and entrees. Seven course tasting menu is only $59 pp. Full bar. If you've been to Dalida or Meyhouse and enjoyed it, Taksim will be your jam. 5% SF mandate. D R I N K S * Hendricks Martini ($15) * Hendricks Club Soda ($14) F O O D * Amuse Bouche: Fermented Purple Carrot Soup: https://tinyurl.com/y2rjrmax Nice palate opener, velvety smooth with a nice tang. * Miyagi Oysters w/ mignonette, fresh horseradish (4 pc-$16): https://tinyurl.com/bdhycwvp Properly shucked, fresh and creamy with a mild brininess and sweetness. * Lamb Carpaccio: Olive crusted lamb w/ urfa aioli, lemon oil, crispy shallot ($19): https://tinyurl.com/4j9hr5uc Distinctive gamey flavor, the carpaccio melted like buttah with a great savory crunch from the crispy shallot. BOMB. * Crunchy Shrimps wrapped w/ kadaif, urfa sweet chili ($19): https://tinyurl.com/34b7ukkt A signature app, the plump king shrimp is butter poached, then cloaked with crispy, buttery shredded phyllo. So delicious with the smoky sweet chili sauce. * Panisse: "Chickpea fries", toum sauce ($15): https://tinyurl.com/rcwttysc Crispy exterior with a soft interior, nutty + earthy flavor. Wished the toum sauce more garlicky tho. The toasted chickpeas on the bottom were great for noshing. * Shish Kebab: Beef tenderloin, sumac onion, lavash bread ($21): https://tinyurl.com/3dbeeuht Our least fav item, the beef was quite overdone but may be our fault since we didn't request a certain temperature. While the lavash was more like a pita, it was great - hot, pillowy soft, and chewy. * Australian Lamb Chops w/ smoky eggplant labneh, orzo rice pilaf, shishito peppers ($49): https://tinyurl.com/44ffr4w2 - Requested medium rare Perfectly medium rare, the thiccc lamb chops were rich and tender with a nice gaminess. Lightly seasoned. Served with a deliciously creamy and smoky eggplant labneh for dipping and fluffy pilaf. * Complimentary Birthday Dessert (not my birthday): Raki Palace Pudding w/ pistachio, apricot: https://tinyurl.com/53trfn6h OK, can we first take a moment to appreciate a resto for actually reading notes on a rezzie? And, for *singing* and providing a full dessert from their menu...not some sad "petit four"? The pudding gave panna cotta vibes, jiggly soft with a creamy, mild flavor and nice crunch from the pistachio and kadaif. Not too sweet. Not sure if it's actually made with raki (spirit) since I didn't taste any anise or licorice flavor. FYI, Taksim sources the BEST baklava ever from Baklavastory on Harrison! S E R V I C E Warm and attentive service despite being the only ones outside. They even offered water for TT. Prompt food service. A M B I A N C E Modern industrial two-level resto with a chef's counter and an open kitchen. Great for cozy date night or a large party on their mezzanine. The parklet is in the alley so it's quiet. P A R K I N G Street parking. There's a parking lot across the street at the closed Wells Fargo on 490 Brannon. Overall, Taksim is an under the radar gem that I'm surprised doesn't get more mentions. If you're looking for a nice resto for date night or a celebratory meal with delicious Turkish food and a full bar that won't do too much damage on Mr. Amex, hit up Taksim! read more

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What a wonderful experience at Taksim! I was in SF recently for a work conference and we hosted our team dinner at Taksim one evening. We had a small group of 7, and I was thrilled when I heard that we were going to be doing their 7-course tasting menu. This is something that they offer daily, however, the entire party must opt-in to the tasting menu in order to do it, which worked well for our table of foodies. Not to mention, it's a total steal at just $59/pp. I love mediterranean and Turkish food, so I knew this experience would be right up my alley. Before getting into the tasting menu, we started with some cocktails, wine, and appetizers to share. I particularly loved the shishito peppers, the chickpea fries, and the beets. I also ordered the black salt blaze cocktail (mezcal, homemade hot sauce, lime, orange syrup, & black salt) which was smokey and refreshing. As we dived into the tasting menu, each course was so delicious. I began wishing I had not eaten so many appetizers because this was definitely a generous amount of food. Some of the stand-out courses for me were the crunchy shrimp (kadaif wrapped topped with a sweet chili sauce), the manti dumplings, and the star of the show -- the branzino which was perfectly paired with the saltiness of the grilled sea beans. I saved just enough room for the dessert course which was the Taksim donuts which was the perfect ending to the meal. This tasting menu really is such a great value and gave us all the opportunity to try so many of their dishes. I would highly recommend this for an elevated yet affordable dining experience! read more

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Delicious food. We came it during dinner and decided to go with the tasting menu which had most of the favorites from their menu. The server who assisted us was really cool and we shared a few laughs. After each dish came out he explained which dish it was. We set upstairs near the large windows which was nice. The dining room downstairs looked very nice as well. The dishes were perfect portions and the time in between each was I feel the perfect timing. read more

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I came here with a large group and they seated us in a semi-private area upstairs. With a large group, we were able to order a variety of dishes from their menu to sample. Overall, we liked the food a lot more than the drinks. My favorites: * Shish kebab with sumac onion and pita bread * Shrimp wrapped in kadaif with urfa sweet chili * Grilled Chicken with tabbouleh salad and egg yolk mousse * Heirloom tomato and peach salad with whipped feta, pita croutons, walnuts, pomegranate molasses, and basil oil * Trio of muhammara, babaganoush, and hummus * Wood-fired flower bread with black onion seeds and sumac butter These dishes were okay, but did not stand out: * Lamb carpaccio with urfa aioli, lemon oil, and crispy shallots * Çökertme: beef steak strips, eggplant yogurt, shoestring potatoes, sundried tomatoes, and red butter foam * Blackened cauliflower with tahini, garlic chips, mustard, chive, and vegetable demi-glace * Blistered shishito peppers with lemon vinaigrette, garlic yogurt, and sesame seeds The entree that we did not like: * Dorade: The fish and artichoke hearts were bland. 1 star off: We did not like *any* of the cocktails or mocktails. They all sounded interesting, but tasted terrible. * Black Salt Blaze: This drink had hot sauce and black salt (which tasted like sulfur). Who would like this? * 55 T: The raki is a licorice liqueur...beh. * Lokma: It was like cucumber water, and not the refreshing kind. * Tunnel: This is a premixed drink. They added a lot of ice cubes to it, and I barely tasted any pomegranate juice or rose water. I suggest just sticking with the food here. read more

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Came by for dinner the other night and it was a mediocre experience. Made a reservation and our chef's counter seats were available upon arrival. Street parking is available for $1/hour and was easy to find. Opted for the 7 course tasting menu which was a fantastic price point of $59 per person. After spending the last couple of weeks in Europe, I was expecting a 3+ hour dinner...we were done in a matter of an hour as the courses kept on coming...as it was rushed... Meal started off with the amuse bouche which was a vegetarian soup. Flavors and portions were excellent. Moved on to the ezme crunch which was ok. Loved the presentation, although I didn't quite understand this course. The patlican course was also mediocre. Some of the eggplant was a touch undercooked while the flavorings could be stronger. The blackened cauliflower course was great. Loved the textures although the cauliflower seemed to be a touch overcooked. The highlight of the meal may have been the crunchy shrimp. Presentation was great although the sauce seemed pre-packaged... The manti looked great but the execution was lacklustre. The skin was too thick and the meat was overcooked. I was debating on the lamb chops instead of the tasting menu and I was glad that I did the tasting menu as the lamb chops seemed to be seared on the grill and then finished off in the oven. The seasoning didn't look as strong as Evvia. The shish kebab course looked good although the meats were well done and the flavors were rather light. The lavash bread was decent. The taksim donuts as the dessert course was excellent. Loved the contrasting textures. All in all, the thought of the 7 course tasting menu was good although the execution seemed rushed and lacking finesse. ~$75/head after tax, gratuity and 5% SF mandates. Gratuity suggestions start at 18% pre-tax and SF mandates. read more

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Taksim is a great spot to bring a large group! Their menu is easily shareable, with options for any palette or dietary restriction. Our group of nine dined here on a Tuesday night, and we had a lovely meal from start to finish. We were seated upstairs in the balcony nook, which gave us a gorgeous (and exclusive) view of the rest of the restaurant. We shared several of the starters. Some of my favorite bites included the Lamb Carpaccio, Blistered Shishitos, Chickpea Fries, and the Taksim Trio Dips & Pita. The pita in particular was extra fluffy and served warm, making it the perfect vehicle for all of their tasty Mediterranean dips. For my entree, I ordered the Lamb Chops. These were expertly cooked and full of flavor, though the rice they are served on wasn't my favorite. I also tried a few Mezcal cocktails - the Black Salt Blaze followed by the Nevizade. These drinks were a nice contrast to each other: the former was hot and spicy, while the latter was smoky and sweet. We barely had room for dessert, but managed a few bites of the Taksim Donuts. If you like chocolate, these are a must-order. Such a unique combination of flavors and textures! read more

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Food 4.5/5.0 Service 3.0/5.0 Value 3.0/5.0 Decor 3.5/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 The food here was super good--I was a little surprised. I would try as many things as you can, particularly the apps. The only negative of the meal that I can even think of is that their Turkish tea was a little weak. They can be quite packed at night. read more

We had hosted our an event here and the services and food was wonderful, everyone had a wonderful time and love the food. So we came back whenever we feel like we need a fix of some Turkish / Mediterranean cuisine. Excellent cocktails, great food and lively ambiance for a chic and fun atmosphere. Everything was delicious. Thank you. read more

$65 per person for a 7-course tasting menu? A steal! This is an elegant and upscale dining experience but on an affordable budget. Since this is of a lower price point compared to other tasting menus, I wouldn't really expect the highest $$$$ quality. The menu was decent - some were a strong hit and some were just okay, but nothing was terrible. I really enjoyed the Patlican which is a slow cooked eggplant with various seasonings. The shish kabob was also a group favorite - meat was tender and flavorful. The taksim donuts were also a star of the menu. I really appreciated the various chocolate pairing with the ice cream. This is a great place for an affordable tasting menu experience. read more

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We were looking for something unique and in a neighborhood we don't spend a lot of time in, and were so happy to stumble across Taksim. As soon as we walked in, the smells of deliciousness hit our noses. The staff were very welcoming and also brought over a carrot/ginger soup shot as a little welcome item which was a very nice touch. Throughout the meal the service was stellar. The food itself was also very good. The flower bread is super soft, airy and the sumac butter just takes it to a whole new level. The dip trio was also a very good idea. You've had these dips before I'm sure, but Taksim's are even better. The cocktails and wine list are also impressive with some winners along the way. The Black Salt Blaze and the Peachy Bazaar were both very good! Can't wait tot go back!! read more

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I went in on a Saturday evening after a giants game. We had a party of 5 and were able to make same day reservations. Taksim is a tucked away gem that I never would have found, but so glad that I did. From the moment we opened the door to the moment we left the service was amazing. The crunchy shrimp, risotto, branzino, and taksim donuts were a hit at the table. read more

Taksim - Wheat Berry Risotto - Mediterranean Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Chickpeas, beats, and shishitos, oh my! Went to Taksim with a group of 9 on a Tuesday night. They were hosting an even larger group of 30+ people upstairs, but did and OK job on keeping tabs on us. Our group ordered basically all of the small plates. The beets were delicious, shishito peppers were the perfect heat, and the trio of dips were all fantastic. I love a creamy hummus. The chickpea fries.... how did they get them in a perfect rectangular prism shape?! They had the most gorgeous crispy outside and warm, potato-y consistency inside. They looked like legos! So fun. The portion sizes of the appetizers were great for our large group, but definitely too big for a table of 2-3 people. Something to keep in mind if you like to try a bunch of different things. The cocktails were pretty and refreshing. I had the artichoke/orange fish. It was a great white, flaky fish. The fish was cooked with a gorgeous crust on the outside, but the flavors felt really disjointed to me. I don't think the artichoke belonged on the plate at all, and the orange sauce was an off consistency that wouldn't stick to the fish very well. read more

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We went here for a team dinner one night and sat at a large table on the left downstairs. We were a little jealous of another team upstairs in the mezzanine looking down on us, but they said after that it was hot up there so jokes on them. We did a tasting menu that has so many things on it that I can't even recall. Plus, I was the only guy at the table so I got all the leftovers and left very full. If I had to choose a favorite it would be the crispy shrimp. I could have eaten 20 of those things. I highly recommend for a group dinner. read more

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Oh my gosh! This place is amazing. We visited for a work dinner. Our group had 9 in it and the restaurant was also balancing other large groups and a group of 32. First things first, I want to say how amazing the staff was. Polite and quick service - I could not tell they had a huge group they were working because I felt we were always attended to. Okay, now, on to the food. Just wow. We ordered a bunch of mezehs for the table, which I recommend. My favorites were the shishito peppers, the dumplings (!!), and the trio dip. I ate myself silly. So much so that I got a shish kebab for dinner and had to bring it home. For drinks, I had their smoked old fashion, which I enjoyed immensely. Finally, for dessert, they brought out these chocolate donuts, which were delicious! But my personal favorite was actually the baklava that they also brought out. Overall, an amazing experience. Can't recommend enough how you should stop in and try. read more

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Taksim is the real deal when it comes to Turkish food in SF. The flavors, the options, the decor in the restaurant all transports you to Turkey. I was lucky enough to be able to try a bunch of different foods at the restaurant and they were all amazing. My favorites were the beet juice at the beginning of the meal and the shishito peppers. The waitstaff were very kind and helpful and the drinks were super delicious as well. Definitely a place worth checking out and a beautiful restaurant for any occasion. read more

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Taksim was such a delight! The service was top tier. We had a large group and there was another larger group upstairs with us but the servers didn't miss a beat. I didn't have a cocktail but my sparkling water was constantly being refilled. We ordered a bit of everything and that was perfect. From the beets, to the cauliflower, the shrimp and the hummus everything I tasted was divine. The shishito peppers were so tasty. I didn't have the appetite for an entree but all of the entrees were reported to be delicious. The atmosphere was moody and romantic. The space itself had a warm industrial interior design with nice finishes. It was quite lovely. read more

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Cute dinner spot by the ball park. Sat on the bar - love the open kitchen. Good service. Food was good but nothing was really a standout. read more

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Taksim is a lovely and vibey Mediterranean restaurant with great offerings of food and attentive staff. FOOD [4/5] ========= + Taksim Trio Dips & Pita (5/5) SO YUMMY. The dips were all really unique and yummy! Sad that it costs extra to add more bread. :( + Lettuce Salad (4/5) Good portion size and fresh lettuce! The sauce was pretty flavorful but not overwhelming. + Guvec for Two (4/5) Really great presentation. I thought the soup was good but very limited and little hard to eat; this was more like potatoes and beef drenched in a little sauce. + Turkish Coffee Martini (3.5/5) I've had turkish coffee before and this just tasted like a normal espresso martini. Presentation was beautiful! read more

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Look, I thought it was actually pretty good. Food was good. They cook a lot over wood, which Im a sucker for. But the food was really tasty. It was like 40% full, and that was surprising. I was there for a team dinner. Expected to spend a lot. We ordered a ton of drinks. It was like 125 per person AFTER tip. really not that bad. I will go back! read more

The space is amazing. We were a group of about 45 people. They were very accommodating. Service was also good. Good food and drinks.

Taksim is solid spot partially hidden away in a SOMA alley. There's a lot of seating on the two floors. The two cocktails, Mr. Roboto and Peach Bazaar, are quite nice and balanced. The Crunchy Shrimps (quite expensive for 4 shrimp lol) stays true to its name, providing a pleasant crunch from the kadaif wrapped around the perfect buttery poached shrimp. The Shish Kebab had a really nice grilled flavor and the beef was tender. The Wood Fired Flower Bread was salty and fluffy. The Manti was just alright; the dumpling skin was a little thick. At least it came with a good amount of sauce. The Australian Lamb Chops were pretty solid. Unfortunately, the Taksim Donuts were a let down, super bland, doughy, and tasteless. read more

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