Ordered from this wonderful place several times on our recent visit. The food is always delicious. The best paleo and AIP compliant fried chicken I've ever had!
And for those that have dietary needs or preferences, they also have complete information for you!
Sol
Wow, loved it all. Food was amazing, price was reasonable.Celiac safe and 100% gluten free restaurant (yes even the fryer!)Dietary restrictions: Celiac safe. Gluten free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Power Bowl
Emmet Heneghan
I regular ordering from kitava. Recent food quality has gone down. My last night order
SP F.
I have never been here in person but have ordered 3 time on DoorDash. Their food has never disappointed and it is very good and flavorful and fresh.
christine
So good! I had the noodle bowl and my husband had a grain bowl and both were tasty and satisfying. Will definitely come back and try some more dishes.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dominic T.
The chicken broth is so good.
Cielita C.
First time trying this restaurant and it did not disappoint. The menu selection is very simple & the price can be a little pricey for how simple it is, but it's worth it! I like making my own bowl, so I can pick & choose what toppings I like and when they combined all of it together it was very flavorful & healthy. I like how everything in this place is self-service. You go in to pick a table, then order through your phone (or the cashier) and they serve you your food (but you have to grab your utensils & put your dishes away like at a food court). The ambiance inside is way nicer than the outside. The only downside for me with this place is the location since it's located in the Mission meaning it can be impossible to find parking.
Matt J.
The BYO Bowl with kale slaw, broccoli, cauliflower rice and romesco sauce is one of my favorite dishes. The major asterisk is the annoying trend (not unique to Kitava) of a reasonable base price that becomes exorbitant once you add a reasonable amount of food. What starts as a deal runs you well over $20 if you want to get a protein and turn the bowl into a main. Even so, the broccoli is my favorite I've had and the romesco sauce is absolutely delicious (though I'd recommend an additional side of it to really coat your fixings...an even steeper price). I wish Kitava could adjust their prices so it could be a weeknight spot, but sadly the price to portion ratio makes it feel like an indulgence even when the interior is clearly a fast causal affair with a heavy emphasis on takeout.
Maggie T
Stopped in by chance after looking for a quick bite in the area. So. Good! Like, eat there multiple times a week if you can good. Highly recommend the plantain bowl!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna O.
Amazing food and service! Ordered online for delivery to my hotel after a long flight. I called the restaurant to confirm that what I ordered was also safe for me because of a food allergy I have aside from gluten intolerance. They were super helpful, and the food was absolutely delicious!!! I built my own bowl with the herb chicken, beans, and sweet potatoes. And got some.other sides as well. Everything is gluten free! Wish I lived here, so I could eat there more often!
Kitava is the kind of place you can just order from over and over again and always leave feeling satisfied and nourished. Especially after a long day or trip, a bowl from Kitava is *chef's kiss*. What I love about Kitava is the realness of their ingredients. Even when eating at healthier restaurants, it's kind of a given that they're using refined seed oils and heavily processed ingredients. People should not be overly paranoid about that, like please enjoy your tofu banh mi, but I do really appreciate that you don't even have to think about that at Kitava. And to top it off, their food is delicious!! Their bowls are generous and full of variety so you can get pockets that are fresh, hearty, indulgent, or punchy! And their sauces are bombbbb. So worth adding 1-2 on the side. Power Bowl: Classic, cannot go wrong. Filling, nourishing, every bite is delicious. The hummus, green goddess dressing and sweet potato combo? Period. Throw in some herb chicken? Mhmmmm yupp yuppp. Sweet Plantain Bowl: So hearty and yummy. And more amazing combos here. The plantain with the cumin beans? Uhuhhh!! With the romesco sauce... it's unbeatable! Mezze Harvest Bowl: Of course this was gonna be amazing. I added barbacoa as my protein (grass-fed and -finished, period), and omggg so good and rich and filling. This one might be my fave. I look forward to trying more for Kitava! They are killing the healthy and delicious food game in SF (I guess Oakland too) and I hope y'al get to try it too!
Deanne B.
What a wonderful organic, gluten, dairy free home away from home! was in San Francisco for a family medical emergency and what I needed most for both body and soul was a healthy and interesting meal! I took the bus all the way across town just to eat here. Thankful for the mention of the neighborhood from another reviewer and that allowed me to not be so concerned when I got off the bus. I had the "Build your own bowl" with the base being cauliflower rice topped with crispy chicken, broccoli and brussels sprouts and finished with green goddess sauce. DELICIOUS! Restaurant is clean and has plenty of seating. Thank you Kitava for helping me stay well and well fed while away from home!
Harut F.
Came across Kitava while visiting the Bay Area for work and I'm really happy with my decision to order here. The barbacoa bowl is a must! I would love to check out the ambience of the restaurant next time and get a feel for the service but since I had ordered out this time. Looking forward to eating here again!
Nicolas
Not really a health food guy but this place is really delicious. Got the chicken build your own with rice and plantains. The plantains weren't great but the chicken was awesome. The sauce too. Rice was a bit overcooked though and price is a bit much sadly. Sure I'll be back!
Paris A.
We have ordered this 3 times in the past 2 weeks! The service was great and they filled our bowls to the brim! We ordered to go each time since we got it for our work lunch. The tuna poke bowl is so good that I have gotten it every single time. It is marinated so nicely and the flavors go together really well. Not only is it delicious but it's so healthy! Even though I just had it, I'm already craving it again!
Ordered from this wonderful place several times on our recent visit. The food is always delicious. The best paleo and AIP compliant fried chicken I've ever had! And for those that have dietary needs or preferences, they also have complete information for you!
Wow, loved it all. Food was amazing, price was reasonable.Celiac safe and 100% gluten free restaurant (yes even the fryer!)Dietary restrictions: Celiac safe. Gluten free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Power Bowl
I regular ordering from kitava. Recent food quality has gone down. My last night order
I have never been here in person but have ordered 3 time on DoorDash. Their food has never disappointed and it is very good and flavorful and fresh.
So good! I had the noodle bowl and my husband had a grain bowl and both were tasty and satisfying. Will definitely come back and try some more dishes.
Food: 5
Service: 5
The chicken broth is so good.
First time trying this restaurant and it did not disappoint. The menu selection is very simple & the price can be a little pricey for how simple it is, but it's worth it! I like making my own bowl, so I can pick & choose what toppings I like and when they combined all of it together it was very flavorful & healthy. I like how everything in this place is self-service. You go in to pick a table, then order through your phone (or the cashier) and they serve you your food (but you have to grab your utensils & put your dishes away like at a food court). The ambiance inside is way nicer than the outside. The only downside for me with this place is the location since it's located in the Mission meaning it can be impossible to find parking.
The BYO Bowl with kale slaw, broccoli, cauliflower rice and romesco sauce is one of my favorite dishes. The major asterisk is the annoying trend (not unique to Kitava) of a reasonable base price that becomes exorbitant once you add a reasonable amount of food. What starts as a deal runs you well over $20 if you want to get a protein and turn the bowl into a main. Even so, the broccoli is my favorite I've had and the romesco sauce is absolutely delicious (though I'd recommend an additional side of it to really coat your fixings...an even steeper price). I wish Kitava could adjust their prices so it could be a weeknight spot, but sadly the price to portion ratio makes it feel like an indulgence even when the interior is clearly a fast causal affair with a heavy emphasis on takeout.
Stopped in by chance after looking for a quick bite in the area. So. Good! Like, eat there multiple times a week if you can good. Highly recommend the plantain bowl!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food and service! Ordered online for delivery to my hotel after a long flight. I called the restaurant to confirm that what I ordered was also safe for me because of a food allergy I have aside from gluten intolerance. They were super helpful, and the food was absolutely delicious!!! I built my own bowl with the herb chicken, beans, and sweet potatoes. And got some.other sides as well. Everything is gluten free! Wish I lived here, so I could eat there more often!
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Kitava is the kind of place you can just order from over and over again and always leave feeling satisfied and nourished. Especially after a long day or trip, a bowl from Kitava is *chef's kiss*. What I love about Kitava is the realness of their ingredients. Even when eating at healthier restaurants, it's kind of a given that they're using refined seed oils and heavily processed ingredients. People should not be overly paranoid about that, like please enjoy your tofu banh mi, but I do really appreciate that you don't even have to think about that at Kitava. And to top it off, their food is delicious!! Their bowls are generous and full of variety so you can get pockets that are fresh, hearty, indulgent, or punchy! And their sauces are bombbbb. So worth adding 1-2 on the side. Power Bowl: Classic, cannot go wrong. Filling, nourishing, every bite is delicious. The hummus, green goddess dressing and sweet potato combo? Period. Throw in some herb chicken? Mhmmmm yupp yuppp. Sweet Plantain Bowl: So hearty and yummy. And more amazing combos here. The plantain with the cumin beans? Uhuhhh!! With the romesco sauce... it's unbeatable! Mezze Harvest Bowl: Of course this was gonna be amazing. I added barbacoa as my protein (grass-fed and -finished, period), and omggg so good and rich and filling. This one might be my fave. I look forward to trying more for Kitava! They are killing the healthy and delicious food game in SF (I guess Oakland too) and I hope y'al get to try it too!
What a wonderful organic, gluten, dairy free home away from home! was in San Francisco for a family medical emergency and what I needed most for both body and soul was a healthy and interesting meal! I took the bus all the way across town just to eat here. Thankful for the mention of the neighborhood from another reviewer and that allowed me to not be so concerned when I got off the bus. I had the "Build your own bowl" with the base being cauliflower rice topped with crispy chicken, broccoli and brussels sprouts and finished with green goddess sauce. DELICIOUS! Restaurant is clean and has plenty of seating. Thank you Kitava for helping me stay well and well fed while away from home!
Came across Kitava while visiting the Bay Area for work and I'm really happy with my decision to order here. The barbacoa bowl is a must! I would love to check out the ambience of the restaurant next time and get a feel for the service but since I had ordered out this time. Looking forward to eating here again!
Not really a health food guy but this place is really delicious. Got the chicken build your own with rice and plantains. The plantains weren't great but the chicken was awesome. The sauce too. Rice was a bit overcooked though and price is a bit much sadly. Sure I'll be back!
We have ordered this 3 times in the past 2 weeks! The service was great and they filled our bowls to the brim! We ordered to go each time since we got it for our work lunch. The tuna poke bowl is so good that I have gotten it every single time. It is marinated so nicely and the flavors go together really well. Not only is it delicious but it's so healthy! Even though I just had it, I'm already craving it again!