Place Category: Catering, Halal, Mediterranean, Outside Dining, and TurkishPlace Tags: Dog Friendly Patio, Family Owned and Operated, and Michelin Guide
Tuba Authentic Turkish Restaurant opened in January 2010 and changed owners on August 2012 in the heart of the Mission and immediately received critical acclaim for its delicious cuisine, warm ambiance,and friendly service. All of our food, including our special Turkish bread, is made from scratch with grandmothers and moms freshest ingredients. Tuba’s food melds the best of all Turkish cultures. Inspired by Romanesque Mediterranean villas, and influenced by the myriad peoples who settled in that wondrous part of the world, Tuba is a delightful mix of exotic cultures, inspired in the homes, hearths and taverns of the rugged land of Turkey. Knowledgeable servers will guide you through many offerings and take satisfaction in making your experience an event and a pleasure. On behalf of the owners and staff at Tuba Restaurant , we extend our heartfelt welcome and encourage you to eat, drink, and relax in the Turkish tradition.
2017 Michelin Guide
Rated Exceptional 4.9 Open Table // Diners Choice Award
Tuba Authentic Turkish Restaurant Menu - Updated 7/1/2022
Menu and prices subject to changeCOLD MEZES
Dolma 12 (GF)
Grape leaves stuffed with rice, pine nuts and currants, cooked in olive oilPatlcan Salatas (Eggplant Salad) 10 (GF)
Pureed eggplant and red bell peppers, with olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juiceHumus 10 (GF)
Garbanzo beans, tahini sauce, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juicePiyaz (Bean Salad) 10 (GF)
White beans, onions, tomatoes, parsley, black olives, wine vinegar, lemon juice, olive oilCevizli Ezme (Walnut Dip) 12
Walnuts, Turkish red pepper paste, tomato paste, fresh garlic, olive oil, and cuminKizartma (Pan Fried Veggie Mix) 10 (GF)
Pan fried eggplant, bell peppers and zucchini topped with tomato sauceHaydari (Yogurt Dip) 10 (GF)
Cucumbers, mint and dill with creamy thick garlic yogurtIspanak (Spinach) 10 (GF)
Spinach, yogurt, parsley and garlicTuba Meze Tabagi (Plate) 32
a taste of all of the cold mezes
HOT MEZES
Peynirli Karides (Cheesy Shrimp) 14
Prawns sautéed with tomatoes and garlic in pepperoncini sauce and topped with feta cheeseIcli Kofte (Stuffed Kofte) 14
Bulgur stuffed with spicy ground beef with crushed walnuts, pan-fried, served with garlic yogurtSigara Boregi (Phyllo Rolls) 14
Fillo dough stuffed with potatoes, feta cheese, parsley and a touch of black pepperFalafel 12
Served on a bed of hummusMucver (Zucchini Platter) 12
Zucchini, green onions, eggs, dill, mint minced, then pan-fried and served with garlic yogurt
SOUPS AND SALADS
Mercimek Corbasi (Lentil Soup) 9
Red lentils, spicy pepper paste, tomato paste, onions, mint, garlic, and cuminTurk Salatasi (Shepperos Salad) 14 (GF)
Tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and parsley served with lemon and olive oil-vinaigretteTuba Salatasi (Tuba Salad) 14
Romaine hearts, tomatoes, cucumbers, cranberries, feta cheese and lavaş chipsKaridesli Salata (Shrimp Salad) 18
Pistachio crusted prawns, mixed greens and mango, red onions, bell peppers, parsley and orange vinaigretteFalafel Salatasi (Falafel Salad) 17 (GF)
Falafel stuffed with goat cheese, served with mix greens, cilantro, basil, red onions and orange vinaigrette
ENTREES
Tavuk Sote (Chicken Saute) 23 (GF)
Herb chicken, tomato sauce, green olives, mushrooms, peppers topped with mozzarella cheese / rice and saladKarides Tava (Shrimp Saute) 28 (GF)
Shrimp sautéed with garlic, asparagus, olive oil, lemon juice / rice and veggiesSomon (Baked Salmon) 25 (GF)
Salmon baked and topped with spinach fume sauce / rice and saladTavuk Sis (Chicken Shish) 23 (GF)
Marinated chicken, skewered with peppers and onions, broiled, served / rice and veggiesKuzu Sis (Lamb Shish) 27 (GF)
Marinated lamb, skewered with peppers and onions, flame broiled served / rice and veggiesMoussaka 24
Layers Eggplant with potatoes and zucchini, topped with mozzarella cheese and béchamel sauce / rice and saladSebzeli Patlican (Veggies & Eggplant) 24
Eggplant, mixed veggies, tomatoes, onions, pine nuts / rice and salad
SIGNATURE ENTREES
Adana Kebab 25 (GF)
Skewered spicy ground beef with lamb mixed with green and red bell peppers, our special seasoningsSarma Beyti Kebab (Rolled Beyti Kabob) 25
Adana kebab wrapped in lavaş bread, broiled topped with homemade tomato and garlic yogurt sauceKofte 24
Miniature beef patties, seasoned with Turkish spices, flame-broiled / rice and veggiesKarniyarik (Stuffed Eggplant) 25 (GF)
Eggplant, stuffed with ground beef, tomatoes, onions, and chopped parsley and then baked / rice and saladHunkar Begendi (Sultans Delight) 25
Pureed eggplant with mozzarella cheese and garlic, topped with leg of lamb chunks in red sauceKuzu Pirzola (Lamb Chops) 38 (GF)
Lamb Chops marinated for at least 3 days, flame-broiled / rice and veggies