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    4.6 (227 reviews)
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    Andrea Y.

    5 stars! The lahmachun was one of the best i have ever had! 1st time here and there is so much I wanted to try. Huge variety of cakes, baklava and turkish delights. My eye were bigger than my stomach. Ambiance was lovely. Beautiful teal colors inside and such a cute space. The staff was nice and accommodating. I would definitely recommend giving it a try! Bonus: Get the Chocolate Sponge Cake! Omg, so good. Rich looking but not overly sweet. You'll thank me!

    Dubai Cup...for takeout at home
    Geri S.

    Desserts for Dinner is a temptation awaiting us as we view the array of sweets...Turkish Delights, baklavas, pastries, cakes and more...the selection overwhelms us with its parade of delicious possibilities. The Mosaic slice and the Dubai Cup made takeout memories for us today! ...after lunching on the Lamb Shish plate and the Chicken Donner bowl with hot Turkish tea. The Hospitality of service at Turquaz reigns supreme with the amazing staff. Thank you!

    Green Pasha Salad
    Oliver C.

    Turquaz never disappoints. Had tickets to a show at the Orpheum theater and stopped for dinner before the show. Delicious food including vegetarian options, very reasonably priced. Good portions and fast service. I look forward to the next theater play just so I can stop and grab a bite At Turquaz. This time I got the stuffed grape leaves and the Kofte and also got to try the Pasha salad. Everything is fresh and delicious. Highly recommend

    turkish coffee
    Julia Y.

    This is the perfect place to sit and chat, read a book, or get some work done. The inside is calm and clean with diligent and friendly service constantly taking care of tables. The food came very quickly and there are so many different options to pick from! The Lentil soup was likely my favorite order. The Zauzouk was fantastic as well and paired with a perfect serving of bread.

    Cheese bread
    Alyson C.

    Came here on a whim late Monday night and the food was delicious! I'm not typically a huge fan of Mediterranean but our food was so good I want to come back and try other things on the menu. I had the chicken kebab plate (delicious and juicy chicken) and cheese bread (solid). I also tried my friend's lamb and pita with tzatziki dip and they were delicious even though I'm not usually a fan of lamb either. Service was quick and efficient and ambiance was great for a small or large group!

    Lamb Shish Plate
    Amelia D.

    Food 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 for the neighborhood and for the concept (casual) Ambiance 5/5. I came here with a friend for a late lunch on a Saturday and the place was pretty empty but the food looked amazing. I love lamb so I got the lamb shish plate with bulgar wheat with tomato paste; it also came with salad and yogurt for $30 post tax. My friend got a chicken kebab sandwich which came with fries and was more reasonably $20. However the quality was top, all the ingredients were fresh and healthy. We were both super impressed given that SOMA doesn't have a lot of food options, and I had picked this based on the map location between the two of us. Around 5pm families started pouring in for the dinner rush and it was clear that we came in between rushes. The cafe is very clean, nicely decorated, and spacious. There was a little sign saying thank you in Turkish at the counter. They have a bunch of sweet treats that I did not try but I will have to come back for some Turkish delights.

    Desserts
    Sandra V.

    On Monday, we stopped here for breakfast before heading to the Asian Art Museum. We started by ordering the Mediterranean Breakfast for 2 and two Turkish coffees. The breakfast was delish it came with a spongeee egg omelette with cheese inside and a side green salad, three types of bread. One looked like a bagel with sesames seeds however it was a fluffy bread one you bit into it. The second one was like a pretzel tasting. The third one was my favorite more like a cheese quiche. It also came with a platter with several bowls. The honey with cheese was great with the pretzel Tasting bread. There was one like a tomatoe paste with herbs very flavorful not spicy went well with everything. The brown olives were my favorite. It felt very fresh to eat. We also had Turkish coffee. This is why I gave it a four. It was okay, I love coffee and had it better before. It didn't hit as much coffee bean flavor, strong but not full bodied. I ordered their rice pudding like to eat here. They also had a milk one I was curious about. I liked it. It reminded me of a Mexican rice pudding without the cinnamon and less sweet. Next time will try the milk one. We took a few cookies to go those were sold by the pound/weighted. My son preferred the triangle one he doesn't like coconut I ended up eating it. I thought it was good similar to baklava but instead of flaky pastry it was coconut and sesame. The chocolate round cookie was delish a butter cookie with milk chocolate. The rectangle chocolate pastry was a bit too Rick for me. Super sweet. Our ultimate favorites to go were the 5 pc Turkish delights. All tasted so good. It reminded me of my layovers at the Turkey airport. There's plenty of indoor seating. Table/chair seating is medi style white and blue color very Paris refreshing ambiance. I can't believe they are opened till 10 pm. The service was good, ordered at register, was given a number, have a seat and they bring your food to the table. One small detail I liked very much that stands from others are their wet mandarin napkins. They smelled so good and cleaned my hands.

    Angela M.

    Turquaz is a dessert lovers haven. With selections for every palette and a rotating menu, how can you only leave with one? The answer, you can't! Whenever I stop in, I always end up leaving with at least 3-4 selections to share with friends. On rare occasions, I am very decisive and enjoy a selection of amazingness alone - all to myself. Friends who are not big sweet eaters or who do not greatly indulge in a certain type of dessert find themselves doing just that...enjoying and indulging. Turquaz makes you reconsider your preconceived notions of what a dessert is or can be. It could simply be Turquaz and its ingenious artisans create masterpieces for the palette successfully. A friend and I made our way here, for me, to choose a chocolate treat to satisfy my day long craving. When we arrived, I just stared. There were selections I had partook of previously (and of course enjoyed) while there were other selections new to me and some I saw previously and had not tried. Thankfully, my friend decided on behalf of me - selecting all the items we had pointed out or inquired about. To be honest, not all, I told her to stop when she reached four selections. Two others joined in to share our (ie my friend's) selections - one, not a sweet eating person and the other, a I don't know kind of person. When each of them took their first bites of whichever they selected, there was no derailing their rounds between the four selections. At the end, we each took a box home of the remaining dessert inside. There were leftovers because it was so decadent and we had overly indulged. Would I, we, return? Uh yeah! We already have - I already have - so many times before and will continue to do so. Turquaz also serves food items, coffee selections (which I enjoyed) and beverages, artisan breads, and smaller boxed goodies like chocolate covered espresso beans. The smaller boxed items are perfect for gift giving - I have personally done so. One day I will order in and enjoy a meal there, until then my desserts travel with me and into my tummy! It is easy to miss. You can get off at Civic Center Bart, take the 7 or any other bus goes by. Those two let you out on Market across from the old Whole Foods. Walk to the end of the Whole Foods block and look to your left at the last building of the block - Turquaz - it reads on the window. Follow it around to the second set of doors and enjoy! There is a limited menu outside the entrance doors. Go in, browse and look at the actual paper menu in front of the register (directly in front of the entrance). Seating is plentiful.

    Meze Trio - Eggplant Yogurt, Hummus, Acili Ezme (Spicy mashed potatoes * pepper salad)
    Aaron K.

    Turquaz in SoMa is such a neighborhood gem with super warm and friendly staff! This Turkish bakery and café serves up some seriously good food. The plates and wraps are packed with flavor, and the Adana is so good as it is seasoned and cooked to perfection and served with what I think is their version of a tzatziki that is so addicting. The lamb shank was another highlight, likewise seasoned beautifully, super tender and just falling off the bone. Definitely start with one of their meze platters. Every dip I've tried has been delicious, but the smoky and creamy eggplant yogurt and the acili ezme were the standouts for me. That acili ezme has the perfect mix of savory, a little spicy, and a touch of sweetness from the peppers. I spied several tables with what looked like Turkish flatbreads and all looked incredible so definitely something to look forward to on a return visit. The bakery section, though, is the real showstopper here. The display is gorgeous, with all kinds of Turkish delights, Dubai-style chocolates, and so many varieties of baklava. I went for the Layers of Taste sampler, which lets you try several different kinds of baklava, and they were all amazing. Sweet but not too sweet, super crispy phyllo, and rich, nutty fillings. The pistachio versions are my favorite and they really nailed all of the variations I've tried.

    Camilla M.

    My family and I really liked this restaurant. When we arrived around 6pm it was completely full, but because we reserved a table by phone, they got us a table immediately. There are a lot of choices but we ended up with the chicken kebab plate, the adana plate and the falafel. Everything was really good and the portions were big too. We weren't able to try any dessert, but will do the next time. The order system is also pretty fast and easy, you order and pay immediately through the Qrcode on the table and then they serve you. The restaurant is not in a nice location but at least the inside decorations and the food are worthy.

    Various brunch items
    Ken G.

    Wow, this spot was such a great place to visit...the food, ambiance, and experience were all very good! The is a good-sized space and, upon entry, you realize the amount of baked goods available to you since it's nicely displayed. They have an extensive menu, with many of the items viewable, making the ordering process easier. We ordered a few baked items along with some egg/meat dishes, all of which were good - everything tasted great and was good quality. There are options to get breakfast/brunch shareable multi-dish items and this is a great way to try several dishes with others. The ambiance is great - tiles and colors reflecting Turkish art and culture are all around...it makes for a nice escape from the chaos outside. Also, the customer service was warm and friendly.

    Maximum chef energy
    Elma C.

    This is a proper Turkish "food hub" with a restaurant+bakery+ coffee shop+ living room by the fireplace vibe. Think bistro wicker café chairs, chandeliers (!) Highlights: 1. Sit-down meals (including of course Döner kebab) 2. Turkish coffee + tea 3. Turkish delight (amazing selection for everyone's taste), variety of cakes, lokum, Syrup-soaked pastries, pistachio-heavy desserts, and milk-based sweets 4. Light abundant space perfect for lunch with friends, solo book reading with coffee/ tea and cake. I've become a regular.

    Cold Milky Hazelnut ($4) + Cake ($11)
    Rachel H.

    I loved the aesthetic of Turquaz. So artsy and cafe-esque, and I really liked the vibe of "seat yourself but also be served." It was like a choose-your-own-adventure dining experience. Great for meet-ups, quick snack/dessert, or even a fun place to get work done. We got the meat wrap and the chicken kabob plate. I thought the meat in the wrap was a bit dry for me and could have benefited from more sauce. I think the flavors were not strong enough. The chicken kebab plate was decent as well. We got dessert -- the cake was quite rich and heavy (so definitely share it with someone) but great, and the milk hazelnut baklava was pretty good -- not too overwhelmingly sweet. The service was nice! The folks there are really friendly. For the vibe alone, I'd totally come here again. I think I need to try more of their food to really see if their 5 stars holds true. Total was $55 for 2 people. (Food was 4 stars in my head, but decided to be generous and round up because of the amazing environment they curated). Their bathrooms and the general interior was clean and well-kept. Bravo to all the chefs and service people and owner/managers who contributed to a wonderful dining experience!

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    Is it just one outdoor table?

    There is indoor seating, primarily. Lovely decor and space!

    Do you serve Turkish breakfast?

    Hello Yes we have a variety of Turkish breakfast options

    Can you take 4 at 6:45/7:00?

    Yes I can

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    We don’t have liquor license yet but you could bring your own if you want.

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    Lavash Special: Shashlik (two lamb chops), Joojeh (one chicken kebab), Koobideh (one lamb+beef kebab), veggies, rice | $54
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    0.6 mi
    $$

    This place is so reliable. Good service up front. You can order and eat inside or in their cute…read morebackyard. They keep the options limited but you can mix and match your style. It's a pick your protein and pick your style. I usually get the chicken wrap. But occasionally get the salad with chicken. Their hot sauce is delicious too! We often grab it to go and eat it up the hill in Alamo Square for a lunch with a great view on a nice day. Souvla offers very tasty food with good ingredients prepared faithfully time after time. It's an easy go-to choice for me and my wife on a sunny weekend day.

    This place you can eat here or order to-go and pick up at their pickup window. The only saving…read moregrace of this place is the food comes fast. We ordered the Chicken Sandwich, Lamb Sandwich, Greek Fries, Juicy Potatoes, and Baklava Crumbles & Syrup. The Chicken Sandwich was very mediocre since it was pretty much just Shredded Chicken with Veggies and the Pita Bread, which also was a weird texture and meh in flavor. The Lamb Sandwich was was also very meh. The Lamb itself was on the tough side of life and this didn't really have any flavor to it besides the taste of Feta Cheese. The Greek Fries were the best thing and those were also pretty okay. They were nice and crispy but that was all. The Juicy Potatoes were indeed juicy, but that was really it. The problem was that they didn't have any flavor. The Baklava Crumbles and Syrup was okay. The Frozen Yogurt was okay and the Baklava that went with it was very meh in terms of taste and texture. This was definitely the worst Baklava tasting thing that I have tasted before and wish that there was the Pilo Dough to give it some texture instead of being mushy. Overall, very mediocre in taste and overpriced in terms of taste.

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    The inside of the restaurant.
    The inside of the restaurant.
    Plain Frozen Greek Yogurt
    Plain Frozen Greek Yogurt
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    Greek beer
    Bursa

    Bursa

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Lovely spot to have dinner in West Portal. Cozy spot,…read moreupscale casual dining. Great wine menu - I am picky with my red wines these days and enjoyed my $11 glass of old vine Zinfandel. We loved the Combo appetizer plate which came with generous portions of 9 different items. I loved everything ! I'm an eggplant lover and two of the dips were eggplant based . My new favorite dip is the Mercimek Kofte which is a red lentil based chunky dip ; I would've guessed garbanzo bean based dip. The Haydari dip was also super addictive, a thick creamy dip made of kefir cheese and Greek yogurt. So many delicious but gut healthy items of the combo plate; which comes with thin lavash bread. Also loved the red lentil soup, which was warming on a rainy day. I thought it was flavorful without being overly spiced or too thick. My husband enjoyed the lamb kebabs. Tender juicy cuts of lamb that were well seasoned , comes on a bed of salad and rice. We also liked the charred red peppers and onions on the kebab . Service was sufficient Overall great little find for dinner !

    New favorite Mediterranean place!…read more This is about a 15 min walk from where I live so I'll be coming here more often. Big fan of the portions at this restaurant. We ordered the combo plate which came with a lot of Pita bread, definitely enough to share among 4 people. Dishes came with a big helping of hummus too. I personally got the Kofte Kebab which filled me up. I had enough to bring home for lunch the next day. Getting a frozen yogurt at Easy Breezy is a must afterwards!!

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    Inside - Valentine's Day decorations
    Inside - Valentine's Day decorations
    Falafel Salad
    Falafel Salad
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    View of Interior of the restaurant

    Turquaz - turkish - Updated July 2026

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