Troya Restaurant

We had one of the specials (a spiced watermelon salad), the roasted cauliflower, and the beef dumplings. The watermelon salad was a work of art, with tomato, mint, and spices, not your typical watermelon salad. The roasted cauliflower was SO SOFT I couldn't believe it. The beef dumplings were something I haven't had before, we tried them based on the waiter's recommendation, they were yummy as well but I don't have a frame of reference for them.
We were here for an early dinner so it was a bit quiet. The decor was very pretty and our waiter was great! I definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

The ‘Egg’plant toast was the best breakfast I had in during 3 months in the US. Presentation says a lot, but if you could taste time, it was the eggplant and the muhammara in this meal. The slice of bread was serious (but still light and crunchy) as were the eggs and avocado. All served with a proper knife making this trouble free to eat (so often not the case).
Good ambience, nothing but pleasantry from the staff. Well priced. If they did brunch everyday I’d have gone right back.

I ordered the eggplant toast and everything about it was perfect. I was worried the eggplant might be too hard to eat on the toast but it was perfectly cooked, melt in your mouth. My partner ordered the lamb skewers and said it was some of the best seasoned lamb he’s ever had (and he’s Greek!) The presentation of the food on woodboards is also really special.

Lastly the playlist was full of bangers!!!!

The pita bread with the dips was really good! So was the crispy Brussels sprouts.
The moussaka was not too great though.

recently enjoyed a delightful brunch experience at Troy Turkish Restaurant in San Francisco. This gem boasts exceptional service, a warm and inviting atmosphere, and a cozy, tastefully decorated interior. The knowledgeable staff provided prompt, attentive service, eagerly making recommendations and explaining the unique dishes on the menu. The brunch offerings were a delectable blend of traditional Turkish dishes with a modern twist, featuring fresh, high-quality ingredients. Standout dishes included the scrumptious Menemen and the mouthwatering Simit, both of which burst with flavor. The pleasant atmosphere, complete with soft background music and well-lit space, made for a perfect weekend brunch destination. In conclusion, Troy Turkish Restaurant is a must-visit spot in San Francisco for anyone seeking an authentic and satisfying Turkish dining experience.

The service was exceptionally good: quick, attentive, accommodating, genteel. We were just trying to get out of the rain and warm up, so only ordered hot drinks and snacks (tea, coffee, the hummus & lamb appetizer) but it was so good, we stuck around and ordered dessert! I’ll go back for a full meal, next time I’m in the area.

I love Troya Mediterranean Kitchen on the hip Fillmore Street in San Francisco for its authentic and delicious cuisine. The Turkish brunch sampler for 2 ($60) is definitely something to share and write home about, especially if you’re a fan of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.

My favorite items from the sampler included the green olives with red seasoning sprinkled on top, fresh tomato/cucumber, tahini with sesame seeds and almost a creamy peanut butter dessert consistency, dried dates and walnuts (try dipping the date in the tahini at the end of your meal as a sweet treat), and both cheeses. Our server let us know that one cheese is a feta and the other is a harder, more-aged version, and that both included a combination of three types of milk - cow, goat, and sheep. This definitely made the cheese easier to digest, and I personally recommend putting the feta on the shakshuka.

The Shakshuka was also good but felt like it could have been great if we had eaten this immediately because the eggs seem to continue cooking the longer you let it sit. I do wish that the lamb sausage either was mixed into the sauce so that the sauce absorbed the flavor, or that the lamb sausage was cooked for less time so that it was less crispy. It comes with slices of lamb but as of now these seem like they could be easily removed if you’re vegetarian.

If you order extra bread, heads up that it is an additional $10, but since they bring you an entire tray of different bread types it feels worth it.

The Turkish coffee ($5) is worth trying at least once if you enjoy super strong tasting coffee, or if you’re just an adventurous person. It also comes served in a cute cup and saucer with a little treat on the side. For those wanting a regular coffee ($3.50) with their brunch, not to fear because they have this as well.