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Dalida’s main dining room.

Dalida

Dalida offers Eastern Mediterranean cuisine and a full bar inspired by Presidio ingredients.

Region

Main Post Region

Type

Food & Drink

Dining Style

Full Service

Dining Features

Indoor Seating, Dinner, Bar, Outdoor/Patio Seating

Top Amenities

Accessible Parking, Accessible Restrooms, Paid Parking, Bike Parking, Muni Bus-accessible

Dalida is a warm and vibrant Mediterranean restaurant from acclaimed culinary husband-and-wife duo (and Presidio residents) Laura and Sayat Ozyilmaz.

Hungry guests can choose from several distinct seating spaces –  including a chef’s counter and a patio overlooking the Main Parade Lawn – before feasting on a variety of mezes, innovative Middle Eastern pastas, and a selection of individual entrees as well as food made for sharing. 

Dalida’s delectable offerings include Aleppo half chicken, Cypriot lamb chops, tres leches cake, Turkish-style ice creams, and a bar featuring eaux de vie, brandies, and housemade cordials. 

Map of the Presidio

By Public Transit

  • Muni Route: 43 Masonic
  • Stop: Presidio Transit Center

By Presidio GO Shuttle

  • Route: Downtown Route 
  • Stop: Presidio Transit Center 

Parking

Paid parking available is in the rear of the restaurant on Taylor Road. This lot includes EV charging stations. Additionally, limited paid is available along Montgomery Street in front of Dalida.

Why We Love Dalida

Co-owned by a married pair of Presidio residents, Dalida combines enchanting flavors and an impressively deep wine list with the nature and history of the Presidio.

Accessibility at Dalida

Parking for those with mobility limitations is available on Montgomery Street in front of the building and in a lot on Taylor Road behind Dalida.

Insider Tip

For a romantic date night, pair a meal at Dalida with a performance at Presidio Theatre, located just steps away.

Lamb Shoulder, Kebabs, and Octopus dishes from Dalida.Photo by Maren Caruso.

A Unique SF Presidio Restaurant

Dalida showcases the culture, fresh ingredients, and flavors of the Eastern Mediterranean.

Dining room at Dalida.

The Eastern Mediterranean Meets the Presidio 

Everything from the warm hospitality to the fresh ingredients to the memorable flavors is intended to honor the rich culture of the Eastern Mediterranean. This “East-meets-West” disposition also shines through in its bar program, with drinks crafted with spices, yogurts, and preserved fruits) as well as foraged aromatics from the Presidio, including eucalyptus, rose geranium, and yerba buena. 

Sharing is Delicious  

Dalida encourages guests to follow the principle of “little little in the middle” by engaging in conversation while sharing dishes like “breaking bread” (house made hummus, muhammara, and smoked yogurt spreads plus pickles and olives, all underneath a ballooning Pita). 

Private Events at Dalida in the Presidio 

Dalida offers options for any occasion. Ask about private event rentals at events@dalidasf.com.

Dalida Gift Cards 

Know a foodie with a special day coming up? Consider a Dalida gift certificate, which can be purchased online. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dalida is currently open from Wednesday to Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m. However, please verify hours before you come by visiting the Dalida website. 

Please email dalida@dalidasf.com.

The name honors Sayat’s mother, Dalida. Additionally, in Polish-Yiddish, it translates to dahlia, the official flower of the city of San Francisco.

Co-owners Laura and Sayat Ozyilmaz.

When we were looking for a space for this restaurant, we knew that we wanted to be integrated into the local environment. From chatting with the owners of other nearby businesses to picking fresh flowers from the community garden, we feel a profound sense of belonging in this beautiful location.”

Laura Ozyilmaz

Co-owner of Dalida

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Lamb dish from Dalida.