Bursa

I had the chance to join a few friends for a 6 PM dinner at Bursaa charming yet narrow restaurant located in West Portal. Upon arrival, all the tables were occupied, and we were informed of a 10-15 minute wait. We added our name to the list, and within five minutes, a party was wrapping up and leaving their table. We seemed to have arrived at just the right time, as four more parties came in shortly after us.We were seated by a friendly host and introduced to our server, who was very attentive and handed us the dinner menu and wine list. As we browsed, we started some small talk and selected drinks. Two of us ordered the 2022 Crossings (New Zealand) Sauvignon Blanc, while our other friend chose Efes, a Turkish pilsner (a 300 ml bottle dated October 2024). For an appetizer, we ordered two plates of Dolmas ($6 each), which arrived with four pieces per plate and a refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce.The Dolmas, while flavorful, seemed as though they had been stored in a refrigerator and were slightly firmer than I prefer. That said, they delivered excellent flavor, with hints of herbs, mild spices like allspice and cumin, and what seemed to be pine nuts. Despite the thick texture, the grape leaves were a lovely start to our Turkish meal.For the main course, I debated between the Musakka and the kebabs and asked our server for her recommendation. She suggested the Adana Kebab if I wanted something spicy or the Köfte Kebab for a milder option. On her advice, I decided to combine both. My friends ordered the Musakka and the Beyti (ground beef and lamb wrapped in lavash).Before the food arrived, we had our 2018 Chimney Rock Elevage opened, enhancing the dining experience. The food preparation was impressively quick, and our dishes were served within 10 minutes of ordering. Each dish looked incredible. The Musakka arrived bubbling hot, the Beyti was beautifully presented with a dollop of yogurt and tomato sauce surrounding the lavash-wrapped pieces, and the kebabs were served over a bed of rice alongside a simple side salad. The Köfte came on a skewer, while the Adana kebabs were not.The kebabs were delicious. The Adana Kebab had a fiery spice, as promised, but it wasn't overpowering--it complemented the flavors well. While they appeared a bit dry at first glance, this wasn't the case; both were moist and flavorful. I enjoyed the Köfte slightly more than the Adana, but I would happily order both again.The Musakka, however, was a bit of a disappointment for my friend. The preparation wasn't what he expected, feeling more like a "Musakka surprise" than the traditional layered dish he'd had before. The Yukon potatoes were thicker than he preferred, and while the flavor was good, he mentioned he would choose something different next time.The Beyti, on the other hand, was a hit. My friend who ordered it had enjoyed it before and once again appreciated the flavorful mix of ground beef and lamb. The yogurt and tomato sauce were the perfect accompaniments, elevating the dish.All in all, it was a wonderful evening of good food and great company. Our total came to about $140, including corkage, which felt reasonable. The staff were professional and efficient, and the owner was present, engaging with diners--a nice personal touch. I would definitely recommend Bursa to anyone in the West Portal area looking for a delightful Turkish dining experience.

A local Mediterranean spot that all the dishes are spot on. Nothing fancy but still great quality. Dish:1) Lamb & Beef wrap: sooooo good, highly rec. The side of fries are pretty good too2) Falafel wrap: delicious but a bit more dry because I omitted the picklesLogistics:-metered and non-metered street parking-accepts card-has small unisex bathroom

Amazing service, amazing food, amazing ambiance. Our server was always quick to top off our drinks. The food as impeccably done, with obvious attention to detail. This is maybe the coziest restaurant in West Portal-perfect paired for a foggy San Francisco evening.

Stopped by for lunch and couldn't be more surprised. This neighborhood gem had delicious authentic food. Have to rave about the service. Loved the falafel wrap, the kebab, and the spicy kebab plate. Salmon plate was just ok. Service was absolutely impeccable!!! Our server was so attentive and helpful for our birthday lunch.

My husband and I love coming to bursa! Good food/good portion sizes and the staff is always super nice and welcoming! Recommend the moussaka and the mezzo platter for vegetarians!

A nice lunch spot, low 4 stars overall! The food was good - I wouldn't go out of your way to go here, but if you're in the area or live nearby, you will get a nice meal.PARKINGNot too hard to find free street parking within a block or two. Be mindful of street cleaning - they were giving tickets 5 minutes into the street cleaning time block! THE WAITNone at 11:45am on a Friday. The place filled up pretty quickly and probably were full by 12:15 or 12:30pm. THE COSTAbout $50 total for 1 beer, 1/2 a starter (we shared), 2 lunch entrees.THE FOOD* Baba Ghanouj ($10) - 3.5 stars. Tasty! The pita this was served with was thin and a little crispy. Not what I'm used to, maybe it's a regional difference, but it was fine.* Citrus Chicken Wrap ($14) - 3.5 stars. The chicken was moist and tasty, the wrap lightly toasted. It was a little plain, I wished for some sort of thick sauce to hold it all together. * Salmon Wrap ($15) - 4 stars. Really good! Moist salmon in a moderate portion; nicely seasoned; tasty tzatziki sauce. Relied too much on lettuce, though. Bread was perfect texture too. Could have been better with more interesting fixings.

Big fan of Bursa especially for lunch. The spicy adena wrap at lunch is great and priced well for lunch. They have other wraps as well which are also good.I have tried a few other things here and everything is great. They even have a good selection of wine including Georgian wines. Overall a solid place to eat in the whole city and definitely higher quality Turkish and Mediterranean food.West portal area has lots of paid parking but can be difficult sometimes, but if you turn down some of the side streets you can usually find something that isn't too far away.

Food: 3.5/5Service: 3.5/5Ambiance: 3.5/5Overall: A solid place to come to for a good meal in the neighborhood. The extended review...Food: Beyti - 3.5/5 - This is my go to dish. It does the trick. Who could say no to meat wrapped in lavash?Service: 3.5/5 - Friendly serviceAmbiance: 3.5/5 - A good ambiance though tables are close in proximity to one another.

We can't believe it took us this long to discover this gem in West portal. We visited on a weeknight and were seated right away. The restaurant has a charming atmosphere and seems to be a favorite among locals. We started with a combination appetizer, and we loved all the dips paired with the thin naan. It so good we couldn't stop eating and got full before our entrees. For our main course, we shared a beef stroganoff and a kebab combo. The combo was great that they allowed us to substitute beef for the lamb. The rack of lamb wasn't too gamy and I enjoyed the flavoring for the Kofte kebab. The beef stroganoff was yummy and paired well with the orzo rice. We had tons of leftovers that we packed for the next day.The service was excellent--they kept our water glasses filled and were very friendly. I'm thrilled to see that they're available on DoorDash, and we will definitely be coming back! We can't wait for them to build their parklet so we can bring our pup!

Really nice service! everyone was very welcoming, menu was priced very reasonably and the wine was too! Only negative is i was a little dispointed in the cooking of the meat especially the lamb that was overcooked, it could totally have been a one off. Other than that, we were really satisfied with our evening there! Felt very welcome and confortable. Will be back!