Boochmania

The food was decent, though the previous reviews had set my expectations a bit higher in terms of both taste and presentation. I'd rate the food 4/5 overall. The kombucha was quite good and definitely worth trying. One minor disappointment was that some popular items seen in older photos, like the black bun burger, are no longer on the menu. It would have been nice to try them. The restaurant has a good ambiance, with a cozy vibe that makes it a comfortable place to hang out. They also offer some vegan options, which is a plus. Overall, it's a nice spot with decent food, great drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere

This is the best Turkish food ever I had in the city! I’ve been trying to find good meatballs like in Turkey and thought it was impossible but this is just perfect, can’t wait to try other items on the menu! And the ambience is so chill, not so many tables so super cozy, plates are well thought served. Come try the food here!

Delicious Turkish food, beautiful presentation & warm ambiance, awesome service got to learn a bit about how Turkish coffee is traditionally drunk, and enjoyed getting to try new food! We even were able to stay and play a game we’d brought, it was such a lovely environment.

Fantastic lunch spot! Healthy and tasty at the same time, with many different fresh veggies. They also have many interesting kombucha flavors which is a unique experience. Comfortable and nicely decorated interior. Service was nice and helpful too. Would come back.

Wow wow wow!! One of the best Mediterranean restaurants I’ve ever been to!! And I’m middle eastern myself, so that says a lot. The fermented hummus, Turkish version of Tabboule and the Mediterranean wraps were delicious!! I’m visiting San Francisco, and had to come here twice because the food was incredible!

We went here for brunch and had a great experience! The food looked amazing, and everything was fresh and delicious. The owner was very friendly—we had a lovely chat, and she even gave me some great recommendations. To top it off, she treated us to some free cookies. Highly recommend!

Found this place while visiting San Fran. I had the breakfast wrap and it was very good. The staff here was super nice, as was the atmosphere. There appear to be lots of coffee and tea options, but I did not order any to comment on those.

A great place to stop in anytime. But a real treat on a cold morning in San Francisco. All the creature comforts. Good food, books, art. 📕 🧚‍♂️🌱🪴

This place is something very special and absolutely divine. Everything is made with such care and heart. It's a family business, the sister works the front and her brother makes the food! They both took time to talk to us about the food and tell us how it was made and cooked! Their menu is brand new and we were the first to order the Lamb bowl. It was INCREDIBLE. Every bite felt nourishing and tasted delicious. The lamb was perfectly tender, and the bulgur was so flavorful. They serve it with an in-house cultured yogurt that was so thick and creamy, unlike anything I've ever had (you don't know what you're missing until you try it!). We also ordered the Mezze Plate which was a must try! Every appetizer on it was so extraordinary. Their homemade hummus was my absolute favorite; it is made with miso which gives it a lovely sweet flavor. There are 6 different dips to try, each one perfectly curated. They gave us a Turkish coffee to finish off our meal, another must try! It comes with Turkish delight for sweetness and WOW. My boyfriend doesn't drink coffee but he says it was the best he ever had and I must agree! Overall, it was an incredible dining experience, amazing service, and unmatched quality of food. You will leave feeling full yet light, comforted by a gourmet home cooked meal, and delighted by the quaintness of a family who wants to share their traditions with you. This place is going to be the next big thing & I can't wait for them to get the traction they really deserve.

Amazing hidden gem! I had this place bookmarked on Yelp since a long time and finally had the chance to visit over the weekend. Loved the vibe of this cute place. They have several vegan options. Pretty much all the items are with fermented foods. We got fermented hummus, shakshuka, Kisir/Tabbouleh. The portion sizes are pretty good, although they are sizes, 3 of them were enough for the 2 people. The food came pretty quickly. Kombuchas are great too, esp the Currant Clove- it has hint of clove and very refreshing. The owner, Betul was super nice and friendly. All in all, a great place and looking forward to going back soon. We also tried a couple of different kombuchas which they are known for.

Cute place with good art and books around. I tried the lentil burger which is delicious. Unfortunately went there for takeaway but gotta dine in the next time. Will certainly revisit.

The food was amazing and really flavorful. It is a small place but with tons of character that shows in the serene ambiance and delicious food. The food is made fresh and hence took a bit more time but it was totally worth it. The cuisine could be described as world fusion with little bit from several places like Asia, Europe and Africa(as well as some American influences). Loved the lentil wraps and chicken sandwich but my favorite was the Tofu Bulger bowl. Also tried their Kombucha ( pomegranate one) and it was delicious.

A hidden and nice little tiny cafe tucked in Soma SF near harrison and 3rd. I liked that they have so many vegetarian food options. We had lentil miso wrap and a platter. I tried it on a lunch date with a girl friend so those 2 dishes were enough for us. Their latte was also good. During lunch hours it wasnt crowded for a sit down meal. Many working professionals people came in for to go lunch. The cafe is very much suitable for a lazy afternoon reading with books and music. There were many servers but the service is a bit slower so a little patience goes a long way. Location is good to walk to but not convenient by public transport.

Visiting from out of town, Walked over from our hotel for lunch...delicious food, super friendly folks... I'm an omnivore, had vegan bulgar bowl, others had lamb wraps and salads. Inspired me to try and copy some veggie preparations for home. Highly recommend.

Amazing amazing amazing. I came here for a late lunch after a workout on a Saturday. We ordered the Lentil Miso, Fermented Hummus, and Turkish "eggless" Shakshuka, and we also sampled some kombucha and got the ginger one and the one called Unicorn Tail. We wondered if we should order another bowl, but we were kindly advised that we ordered enough food... which we really appreciated because he was absolutely right. We were both so full that we didn't need to eat dinner later haha. Everything we ordered tasted AMAZING. Wow, is this what real hummus is?! My standards for hummus has elevated. The hummus, pita bread that comes with the hummus, and shakshuka eaten together is a great combo. By the time we finished the hummus and shakshuka, I was starting to fill full, so I wasn't sure if I could finish my half of the Lentil Miso... but because it tasted so delicious, I gobbled it up. Wowowowowwwwwwww. This place is now one of my favorite places in SF! The service is fantastic. Cute place to catch up with a friend or to go on a date ;). I'll be back!

We walked in at random and what a delightful surprise. My wife and I shared a delicious lamb wrap. It was flavorful and cooked to perfection. The sides, oven baked fries and a chickpea salad, perfectly complemented the meal. We finished off with a strong Turkish coffee and Turkish delight (which the owner brought over as a gift) The service was exceptional! Mustapha was friendly, welcoming and an excellent host. The ambiance is a funky, cool, laid back cafe. Small tables and a comfortable bench lined with pillows. We highly recommend!!

I have some mixed feelings about writing this review because, on the one hand, I think Boochmania deserves all the hype, attention, love, and support but, on the other hand, the more popular it is, the more people I have to compete with for the delicious food and amazing service. But, alas, I would hate to see this place close earlier than it should and the un-Boochmania'ed, if you will, need the enlightenment, so I'm here to share my glowing review. Firstly, the ambiance of Boochmania is not something you'd expect to find in SF, let alone this rather sparse area of Yerba Buena. It's cozy and warm and charming. It feels almost like an escape from everything that's going on outside, a little oasis in the city. Secondly, the food. The food. It's like eating a mother's cooking but with a fun, fermented twist. Mezze Plate ($12): delicious medley of dips with several pieces of puffy pita bread! This was so delicious and nourishing. I loved every single dip but the fermented hummus and yogurt take my top spots for sure. Let me also say that I love it when a restaurant gives an EVEN number of bread. Like what the heck is a party of two going to do with an odd number of bread, fight to the death before the entrees come out??!? Bulgur Bowl ($16): a really good portion of bulgur and beautiful pan-fried vegetables. I personally prefer other grains over bulgur, but I still enjoyed this, and the vegetables really shined here. Quite literally, because it was golden hour and the sun was streaming in through the front window and the vegetables were vibrant and glimmering in a thin layer of oil. They were cooked just enough so that they still had a bit of snap and were perfectly salted. The blueberry dressing was beautiful and paired really well with the rest of the dish! No picture because we dug in without snapping a pic first :) Sliders + veggie side ($18 + $4): bomb dot com! Love that they have this on the menu so that you can try the vegan and meat burger option! Overall, I prefered the lamb slider a bit more. I really enjoyed the flavor of the lentil miso one, but the patty was a bit soft which didn't make for a ton of structural integrity. I'd still order the lentil one again, though! As for the lamb.. it was definitely some of the best I've had! Perfectly tender and rich. Slap on some onions, sauce and put it between a beautiful brioche bun and you're in for a great time. Again, the vegetables were amazing. But the pickles!!! Best pickles I've ever had!!! Mosaic Cake ($3.50): visually stunning but not my personal favorite dessert. It's like a really chewy and dense brownie with mix-ins. If that's your jam, this will be your jam. Kombucha ($5): delicious, light and refreshing. And fun flavors! I've gotten to sample them all -- shout out to the kind and generous staff -- and my standouts are Ginger Sage, Unicorn Tail and Persimmon Rose. Finally, let's talk about the service. This is Tokyo-level service y'all. They were so kind and patient while my friend and I tried all of their kombucha flavors. They surprised me at the beginning of the meal with complimentary fermented hummus and pita bread. They surpised me at the end of the meal with turkish coffee and the best turkish delights I've ever had (lots of bests here folks). Each one of the staff just gives off good vibes all around. It's like eating a mother's cooking in her family's inviting home. --- Well. This has been quite the lengthy review, so let me sum up some action items. Go support and enjoy Boochmania. Try the fermented hummus, yogurt, puffy pita bread, vegetables, burger of your choice/sliders if you can't choose, pickles, and kombucha. Ok, so basically anything on the menu. Also, their baked goods. But! If you see me through the window enjoying myself in my little oasis, maybe come back like an hour later ;)

This place is truly unbelievable! We stopped by for a quick lunch and ended spending hours there getting to know the wonderful owner Newman. He is a phenomenal person and unbelievable michelin trained chef. Hands down one of the best meals I have had in SF. Hidden gem and a must go to if in the area

Very quaint little Kombucha / Turkish café in SoMa. Lots of kombucha choices on tap and you can sample them. Plus a pretty solid lunch offering. Lentil Miso Burger Slider: A little mushy as far as burgers go. Like when you bite into the sandwich, the patty kinda splats to the sides. Pasty, but tasty. Might be better in a wrap form where it has fewer options to escape. Pulled Meat Burger Slider: Delicious lamb. Slow cooked tender, but also firm from maybe a quick sear. If I had known it'd be this good, I would have got the full sandwich. Smashed Potatoes: Not smashed really, more like quartered small potatoes that are baked with lots of herbs. Tasty, especially dipped in the yogurt sauce. Homemade Dip: This was fermented fennel that reminded me a lot of muhammara since it was red and I saw little walnut bits. Tasted great spooned on to the fresh baked crescent roll. Definitely motivation to try more of their dips. Pickles: A little sweet, which I don't usually like, but it was fine here since it tasted a little fermented too. Great to cleanse the palate between lamb bites. Currant Clove Kombucha: I'm not normally a kombucha fan, but I liked this. Had a subtle sweetness that was enhanced by the spices. Didn't taste too funky nor too sour. It was kinda like having a non-alcoholic artisanal Belgian beer, but better.

Amazing restaurant with absolutely delicious fare! We were walking around looking for a place to eat lunch and we stopped at this place. First the place is really charming with beautiful decor! We ordered their shakshuka + their own homemade yogurt for starters and then we had the kofte plate and the miso-lentil wrap for mains. Every dish knocked it out of the park! Food unlike anything we've had before. They've blended influences from around the world into turkish cuisine and they've done it so well. The kofte plate had a yummy bulgur serving, a chickpea+sundried tomato salad and a side of flavourful endives! And best koftes we've had! The wrap had these delicious lentil patties and was served with a side of vegetables, again with a super yum sauce. Their range of kombuchas go really well with their food. The chef came and chatted with us and he had the science about food and cooking so well figured out, it just explained why they served this scrumptious meal. An afternoon very well spent!

So stoked to leave a review for Boochmania. Come for the kombucha from Boochman Kombucha, stay for the amazing food :) The team here is the same team behind Boochman Kombucha, and they are so nice!! Made us feel at home, super welcoming environment and an amazing sunny little space :) We had the complimentary bread, the Shakshuka, Bulgur Bowl, and Lentil Miso Burger with a 12 oz of the Unicorn Tail kombucha. Everything was delicious -- I especially loved the combo of the shakshuka veggies with the bulgur and veggies in that bowl, flavor explosion. Unicorn Tail kombucha was also amazing. I've had Boochman Kombucha at the farmers market and have tried many flavors (the lavender and currant ones are also favorites of mine), but the Unicorn Tail flavor really takes the cake. We walked away with a second 12 oz to-go cup. WE WILL BE BACK, if not for the delicious and healthy food but for the amazing kombucha!!! Definitely come here and keep this outpost in business, they so deserve it!!!

Really happy we stumbled upon this place on a busy weekday. It's a cozy restaurant with a supreme quality of food. The lentil burger patty literally melts in the mouth, and the bulgur bowl was perfectly portioned. Definitely recommend if you're around the area looking for a good meal!

My daughter and I had the meze sampler and flight of kombucha. Both were excellent. Service was friendly.

What a perfect experience. Amazing and fresh food, chill atmosphere with great music, friendly and comfortable. Highly recommended. The lamb is delicious! The service is ideal.

Stumbled upon this gem! Service was outstanding, was surprised with a complimentary fresh hot pita + sun-dried tomato dip. While the lamb burger was steep in price ($18), the juicy meat topped with a sweet carmelized onion jam, arugula, and buttery brioche bun was a delicious bite. Definitely a smaller more intimate spot if you want to sit down! I loved the unicorn kombucha and would definitely come back to try the other hand-crafted flavors.

This place is AWESOME! So delicious and the people who work here are so kind. We drank the lavender hibiscus and lemongrass kombucha, as well as the currant with clove kombucha. Both slapped. The currant with clove is the perfect fall drink. For food we had the Mediterranean wrap and Lentil Miso wrap which were both delicious and very filling. Then at the end we were asked if we wanted some Turkish coffee with some Turkish delights one might say it was indeed DELIGHTFUL! The seating is so comfy. You'll love it in here if you choose to sit and stay a while. We'll be back

Omggg ... what a little gem this place is! I love the simple, warm, cozy, but stylish decor of this cafe. All kombuchas are good but for me, lavender hibiscus stood out! The food were tantalizing, I kid you not, and Newman who served me was so kind, warm, and he seem genuinely want to make his customers happy. I so love my new find, and will for sure spread the word of this cafe in my circle. I will return soon, with a group this time. Keep it up Boochmania!!

Really spectacular food and owners. A quaint, cozy storefront with truly outstanding food. Mediterranean-inspired burgers and sides, all with a strong emphasis on fermented ingredients. So thoughtfully crafted! And the kombucha itself was also delicious. Please, please go here!

Highly recommend going to the brick and mortar their team is SO sweet and you can taste all of the great kumbuchas on tap. The food is made to order - fresh and full of flavor. I was waiting for my order and they kindly gave me hummus and fresh bread while I waited...

This place was absolutely amazing! Food took a long time but the miso lentil wrap was spectacularly tasty + vegan! And the vegetables with the great sauce... yum!

What a hidden GEM! Not only do they have insanely delicious food (try the lamb, you'll thank me later), their customer service is top notch. And I love their kombucha as well. Hands down, best spot around.

Food: Turkish-inspired menu with many different fermented ingredients. Good place to go for a healthy meal. I started with a complementary appetizer of bread with two dips. I then had my main course of sliders, one pork and one lentil. The lentil was slightly better but glad I was able to try both. I ordered potatoes with the sliders. The potatoes were well cooked and seasoned. Finished the meal with a Turkish coffee that came with 2 types of Turkish delights that were very good. I will definitely be going back. Service: the place is counter service with very friendly staff. I was given good suggestions for what to order and prompt attention all throughout. My water cup never emptied before they filled it up. Ambiance: 2 tables and some counters. Very nice plates and cups. Ambiance is good for what the place is: a lunch restaurant with healthy foods.

Great and so delicious food! What a surprise! Love it. Especially the pulled lamb. We ate them all.

The staff is incredibly friendly and kind. the kombucha is delicious, very light and smooth. Low cal and low sugar as well! They were kind enough to let us try each flavor (favorites were currant/clove and pineapple hops). We took a filled 26 oz glass jug home ($15) of the currant/clove which you can bring back and they will refill with any flavor for $10. They also have a 64 oz jug for $25 which can be refilled for $15. You can also bring container from your own home and they will fill for you, you don't have to buy their jugs! Their kombucha will definitely be replacing GT in our household. We also tried the food and it was delicious. I had the lentil and lamb sliders with brioche bun ($16) and added the housemade sides (potatoes, kraut, pickles and mayo) ($3). The lamb was cooked perfectly and the sauces for both were flavorful. The quantity of food was perfect for me as the lentil burger especially was very filling. Sides were executed perfectly as well. They even gave us a starter on the house with housemade hummus and roasted fennel dip. Highly recommend to check them out and support local small business in the SOMA area!

Such a hidden gem! Turkish food + homemade kombucha in a variety of interesting and tasty flavors. The space is very small but cozy and the service was very homey. They gave us a sampler of their fermented hummus and pita on the house which was insanely delicious, and also gave us turkish delights and coffee after our meal which was very sweet of them. I got the Kofta plate which was very good with juicy tender flavorful meatballs. The portion was also probably enough for 2 people. The lentil burger and the lamb burger were also very good. And I'm not typically a kombucha fan so I'm no connoisseur, but I got the ginger sage and thought it was very refreshing.

An awesome experience with amazing food! Service was fantastic. The Pulled Meat Burger didn't just hit a spot for me, it created a whole new spot. This is now the standard metric against which all other burgers will be compared to. This is the place that should be on your bucket list.

This cozy place was such a great find for us. We had tandoori lamb wrap and bulgur plate with pulled lamb. Both were freshly made and the lamb was flavorful. The owners were friendly. We highly recommend.

Customer service amazing Food delicious Aesthetic adorable You must come try the food and the hooch ! Thank you boochmania !

A genius take on fermentation and Turkish food! This is our new foodie destination. The bowls are heavenly. The bulgur bowl with blueberry dressing is the most delicious dish I've had in ages--just divine! We will be back, what a great addition to SoMa!!

This place as epic meals and flavors you wolnt find elsewhere. So many good dishes you can't go wrong. I really loved the sun dried tomatoes as well! You need to go.

One of my new favorite vegan burgers in the city. The staff was super friendly and generous. Will be back soon.

Back again. My weekly visit. Was treated to a Turkish coffee and Turkish delight. Just what I needed to keep the afternoon energy up after a delicious healthy lunch from this place. Learned the traditional way to drink and read the coffee ground after. It's a must try. There have the near kombucha, home-made yogurt and so many more Turkish dishes. The decor changed to accommodate more seating. Great drive and nice bright area to dine and relax.

I found this newly opened hidden gem that serves healthy food, specializes in homemade kombucha, fermented miso hummus, fluffy Turkish Tahini roll pastries, lentil burger, pulled lamb sandwich!! All made by a humble lady chef! I was served with so much joy and care, and will need to be back soon. What a lovely brunch place to have in SOMA!

The pulled lamb burger is so delicious. The lamb is so juicy and tender. My partner thought the miso lentil burger was a bit mushy, but said that was typical of veggie burgers. Everyone's so nice at this restaurant, they even gave us complimentary pita and hummus (and it was freaking delicious) while we were waiting. They have a lot of kombucha on tap and we want to go back and do some flights at some point for a non-alcoholic happy hour!

I really enjoy both their kombucha and food. Every dish I've tried has been flavorful. It makes it easier to eat healthy when healthy food tastes this good! The service has been exceptionally friendly as well. I've been back every week since I discovered Boochmania.

I've been living and working in this area for over 5 years and this is basically a dream come true lunch spot. I got their bulgar and veggie bowl which was incredibly delicious (with that brilliant purple fermented blueberry sauce! *drool*). Also had the hummus which had fermented miso in it, which made it a bit sweeter and creamier. Compostable packaging too!! Can't wait to go back and get the exact same thing, and everything else on the menu.

We ended up here after a morning at the SFMOMA. They are about a block farther than most foot traffic, so it was very quiet but only a 5 min walk. I had the bean burger and my partner had the meat burger. Both were delicious! As were all the sides, and the kombucha. We highly recommend!

Stopped by here because of a recommendation from a good friend. Im so happy that i did, we came as party of 4, they only have 1 table of 4 and some window/bar seating. Small cute place with HOMEMADE KOMBUCHA They also have some homemade Soap from the left overs of the Kombucha process. Honestly this place is so bomb and they work from A heart! 100% recommended

Love this place! Such a warm and homey environment. It feels like you're in Turkey. I really enjoyed meeting the son and mother who run it and tasting their delicious food. Can't wait to come back here and try their lunch menu!

My group went here after a dance event and luckily got a recommendation from a local as we were searching for a place to eat. The food was AMAZING. it was beautiful (very IG worther), delicious, and the perfect amount of light/freshness that we needed after dancing for 3 hours. The staff was probably the best part of the experience, since they served us and provided complimentary bread (which is to die for) + sun-roasted tomato-dip, as well as some Turkish coffee and Turkish delights right after. They treated us like we were guests in their homes. We had good conversations with the entire staff during the meal. As for the food, our group ordered several dishes. I personally got the lamb burger, which was delicious. But the sides themselves may have stole the show. The pickles, roasted veggies, and roasted potatoes were all to kill for. There were 6 people in our group and everyone absolutely loved it. This an 11/10 experience and extremely lucky considering we essentially stumbled upon this place. Come here. You won't regret it! I seriously never write reviews since I'm too lazy, but this one deserved it!!! P.S. Their Kombucha and breads are also dope. I took some with me afterwards to enjoy later.

Pulled lamb burger was incredible and the owner was amazing. Definitely check them out!

This place is DIVINE. We found it by chance and we will be bringing everyone we know!! The food was absolutely fabulous, it is family owned and they made us feel so welcomed and warm. Seriously, this is a gem in sf -- you will fall in love. Guaranteed!

Great new restaurant/cafe that just opened in the neighborhood. The chef is truly passionate about food and makes everything with locally sourced ingredients.

Super cute little spot with the most amazing, fresh, delicious food. We had the arugula salad, shamshuka with yogurt and hummus. All were perfect and exceeded our expectations. The service was great as well. Kind, personable, hospitable are the words I would use. The service was also very fast. I would recommend this place highly to anyone who asked.

Such a great spot! The quinoa bowl with roasted veggies is my favorite. So much flavor, and chock full of superfood goodness. Love the vibe as well. And it's such a nice bonus to have compostable containers for takeout. So happy to have this little gem in our neighborhood!

Really great food! Person working the cashier was very friendly and also gave me some house made hummus to try, which was also amazing

The lentil sliders are the perfect pairing with their potatoes. Cute and easy to get to location. Limited street parking but plenty of public parking in near by cross street. A definite stop every time I'm in the city.