Where the exotic centuries-old recipes meet with local ingredients to transform into unforgettable flavors that will make you come back for more. Owner and executive chef Emrah Kilicoglu pays close attention to what goes on in the kitchen as well as on the restaurant floor.  He personally visits each table to make sure that the customers get the ultimate Turkish dining experience where the customer is treated as a guest in his house. 

Mr. Kilicoglu is not new to the San Francisco gastronomic scene: since March 2012 he was the co-owner of Troya Clement and contributed to it becoming a staple among Turkish restaurants in the Bay Area. He carefully crafted Kitchen Istanbul's menu to incorporate lots of traditional mezes (Turkish style appetizers), each with a distinct kick to represent a specific region in the Mediterranean area.  Just a look at the main dishes will make your mouth water, no matter if you are a meat-lover or a veggie-lover.  The dessert menu has a life on its own spanning a wide variety from Turkish classics including Kunefe to French counterparts including Pot de Creme, both recipes dating back to the 1700s.

Kitchen Istanbul has a welcoming, cozy atmosphere where you can leisurely enjoy your wine while sampling delectable food that is guaranteed to be prepared with the care and love prescribed by the long history of the recipes.

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