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Penaber  Mediterranean Meze House - Penaber Mediterranean meze house, San Francisco, CA

Penaber Mediterranean meze house

4.8 (22)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
835 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Penaber Mediterranean meze house

4.8
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Tenderloin

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
Penaber Mediterranean Meze House. A cozy and romantic Space welcome everyone who like to eat healty food.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Turkish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    COLLECTIVE FOOD
  • Catering
    We do catering. Call or email for catering menu<br /><br />info@penabermezehouse.com <br />4154478554
  • Private party facilities
    Private daytime dining for up to 35 guests, available 11:00 AM–4:00 PM. Ideal for corporate meetings, community gatherings, and celebrations with customizable Mediterranean menus.
  • Private party contact
    ISMAIL AKAR: (415) 515-8608
  • Neighborhood
    Tenderloin
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 22 people are saying

Penaber Mediterranean meze house reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Healthy

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Mediterranean

  • San Francisco

    Best Value

  • San Francisco

    Healthy

  • San Francisco

    Neighborhood gem

  • San Francisco

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Penaber Mediterranean Meze House offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding service and food," featuring creative Mediterranean flavors. This cozy, hidden gem boasts a "lovely small restaurant with very nice service" and "fresh, flavorful" dishes. It's perfect for a romantic, affordable dinner, with a personable owner enhancing the inviting atmosphere.
22 Reviews
  1. norman

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I really enjoyed our dinner at Penaber Mediterranean. The food was delicious and the service was warm and friendly. It is a very small, cozy restaurant perfect for an intimate dinner without being overly formal. The flavors in the food that they prepared for us were delightful, truly tasted like old family recipes. We will certainly do our best to dine there again when we next visit San Francisco. We highly recommend!!

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  2. Frank Gold

    San Francisco27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service. Loved everything we ordered. Dining room space is quaint, warm and welcoming. Eager to return for another amazing meal.

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  3. Ellen Gold

    New York State59 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 5, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely little gem of a place! Located at entrance of a hotel, small dining space. Great food, small but nice selection of wines. Service was outstanding!

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  4. Geralyn Gold

    San Francisco37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Mediterranean food with creative distinct flavors. We will be back again & again because we enjoyed the food so much,

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  5. Gregor

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a real winner for all those who like a affordable calm cute little gem of a restaurant for a romantic yet very sweet and affordable dinner. The owner is cooking himself is kind and super nice We had some great lamb chops Highly recommended

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  6. Rohan

    Los Angeles1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It was crowded thats why it was ok experince. 14th Feb I was expecting better but owner did try his best but my date didnt enjoy so a reduced rating

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  7. Marquez

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing 😻 my favorite ever! I go all the time! 10/10
    Penaber Mediterranean meze houseResponded on February 5, 2026
    Thank you so much, we are glad that you like our foods and service

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  8. Laura Gold

    San Francisco53 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 28, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a new restaurant in lower nob hill so I am supporting them. Their mezza platter, dips etc are spot on.

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  9. David Gold

    Central Coast6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This cozy restaurant is a hidden gem. The service was attentive and personable. The food was fresh and flavorful. Walk-ins may be tough, unless you’re dining alone or for two. For anything larger I recommend reservations. Ismel, the owner, couldn’t have been more hospitable. We can’t wait to go back.

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  10. Mike

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and definitely deserves five stars. Everything tasted fresh, full of flavor, and made with care. I really enjoyed the experience and would happily come back again.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Turkish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    COLLECTIVE FOOD
  • Catering
    We do catering. Call or email for catering menu<br /><br />info@penabermezehouse.com <br />4154478554
  • Private party facilities
    Private daytime dining for up to 35 guests, available 11:00 AM–4:00 PM. Ideal for corporate meetings, community gatherings, and celebrations with customizable Mediterranean menus.
  • Private party contact
    ISMAIL AKAR: (415) 515-8608
  • Neighborhood
    Tenderloin
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Penaber is a cozy, romantic spot that many guests recommend for date night. The dining room is small and intimate, service is attentive, and the menu of shareable meze, lamb chops and house desserts (baklava, tres leches) makes it easy to create a leisurely, two-person meal. Because seating is limited, book a reservation or aim for an early table to ensure a relaxed evening.

Portions are generally modest and designed for sharing. Guests often mention meze plates and dips that are easy to share, and mains like lamb chops, kofte and brochettes come as single-plate entrées that pair well with sides. If you want to taste lots of dishes, order a combo meze and a couple of mains to share between two.

Go for an early evening weekday or make a reservation, those are the best bets for a quieter, more relaxed meal. Guests note the restaurant can get crowded, weekends and special nights (e.g., Valentine’s Day) tend to be busier, and walk-ins are tougher unless you’re dining solo or as a pair.

Warm, intimate and relaxed, guests call Penaber a "hidden gem" with attentive, personable service and a cozy, romantic vibe. The atmosphere suits date nights and quiet dinners; the owner and staff are frequently praised for hospitality and helpful recommendations.

Casual dress is appropriate, the restaurant lists its dress code as Casual Dress, so smart casual attire is perfectly fine for an evening out here.

Yes, guests and reviews suggest the owner and staff are accommodating. You can request seating preferences, private-party arrangements, dietary accommodations or wine recommendations by calling ahead. For busy nights, letting the restaurant know your needs when you reserve is a good idea.

Busiest: weekend evenings and special dates (guests mentioned Valentine’s Day and crowded nights). Quietest: weekday early evenings are likely calmer. Because the restaurant is small, even moderately busy nights can feel lively, reservations are advised for weekends.

For a quieter experience, choose a weekday (Monday–Thursday) or an early evening. Weekends and special dates draw larger crowds, so if you prefer a relaxed table, midweek is your best bet.

Yes, the restaurant indicates it allows private parties. For details on capacity, menu options and booking, contact the restaurant directly to arrange a private event.

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Penaber Mediterranean meze house

4.8
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Tenderloin

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
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