Kali Greek Kitchen

Everything on the menu is great, although I prefer the salads and wraps over the rice plates. I don't know how they're able to have such high quality food at their prices, it's really an excellent value.

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If you are in the area defiantly plan on having a meal here. I've tried most of the menu and you can't go wrong here.Love the soft pita and the lamb is to die for! Their salad bowls are a must have. I'm getting hungry for Kali just as I'm writing the review! More...

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Amazing spot that my wife and I both really enjoy as our go-to restaurant in the Bay Area. I picked up the fish rice plate just about every time. A whole branzino and a generous array of sides for $15? Amazing value.I'll cover the rice plate contents in the same order I eat them, saving my favorites for last. =)Salad:The Greek salad tastes very refreshing with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, chickpeas, and onions under a thin layer of lemon vinaigrette that adds just enough flavor without over-saturating the veggies with sourness or calories. My wife always gets dressing on the side but had no qualms with the amount of dressing here.Rice:The rice and orzo mix has a nice buttery complexion that makes it easy to gobble up. The portion here may even be a bit too big. There's more to go so don't feel bad if you can't finish the rice up.Fish:On to the star of the show: the amazing branzino. I usually find this at restaurants by itself for over $20. At Kali Kitchen, the fish is always cooked very tender with just the right amount of light flavoring so that it's never flavorless or salty. As with the vegetables, the branzino tastes very fresh with no fishiness. Around half the time I go, the chef is also able to cook the skin so that it's delightfully crispy. I normally avoid fish skin but the taste and texture is like eating potato chips when they get this part down. Overall, I always devoured the branzino and never needed the lemon provided. Just eat and enjoy!Bread:I end the meal with flatbread, which is chewy and just mildly sweet enough to satisfy my cravings for dessert--most of the time at least. I think the sauce provided alongside the plate is for the pieces of flatbread although I've never needed to use it.The rest:From time to time, we grab a la carte sides, which aren't explicitly listed on the menu: chicken skewers (great flavor!), beef skewers (OK but not as tasty as the chicken), and dolma (wife loved them). I also succumbed to enjoying some baklava occasionally. At times, the baklava tasted solid with a moderate level of sweetness and crumbing--no dripping syrup or overwhelming butter taste here! Other times, the baklava was exceptionally well balanced with a pleasant nutty tone and layering that held together on the plate yet melted away in my mouth. A baklava order comes with 2 pieces so be careful about over-ordering.Service-wise, Kali Kitchen is like a sit-down where the waiters bring over plates and take care of them afterward. Style-wise, the restaurant has a very casual atmosphere and often prepares food in the same time range as a fast casual joint. There are always open spots for dining in so it's a no-brainer that when my wife and I don't know where to eat for the day, we end up going to Kali Kitchen. More...

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Ordered food for delivery for a dinner with work colleagues. I had such a hard time deciding what to order because everything on the menu sounded delicious, so I am sure I will go back in person to the actual restaurant to try other options, especially since I love Greek food. Food:- Lamb Salad--$14A generous portion of lamb, but it was light and super satisfying. The lamb was very tender and wonderfully flavored. The Persian cucumbers and tomatoes were crisp and fresh, and the Kalí Greens were dressed in a bright, clean lemon-oregano vinaigrette. Some fresh mint and feta were the finishing touches to make for a filling meal. Tips:- The menu has many options: 5 protein choices, including vegetarian, and you can get it as a pita sandwich, as a rice plate, or as a salad. More...

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The ambiance of this place is unparalleled, as you can easily feel that you are in Greece on a sunny afternoon. The management goes out of their way to provide authentic Greek dishes, and taste. I had the vegetarian rice plate, and lemonade (generous quantity, unique packaging) here which were okay. Not a big fan of the Zucchini fritters. I think my friends who have had lamb and fish here like the food. However, my biggest issue is the lack of more vegetarian options and the vegetarian option not being tasty enough. I will wait for them to revise their menu before I go back. More...

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Excellent food! Super healthy and fresh. Chicken rice plate was the perfect amount of food.

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Frozen yogurt is a must try. We door dash from here almost every week. Best Greek place, authentic food, cool decor. Very friendly staff.

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Great food.   Salad was filling and tasty.  Kabobs were great.  Good value for the area

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My daughter's favorite restaurant. Delicious grilled chicken. The rice is great. We always order extra rice.

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YUMMMMMMM! This place is so good we make sure to come here everytime we come back to California. I got first dibs on franchising ! So good! I don't normally eat rice but theirs was faaaantastic!!! Everything was great! Don't forget to get the spicy chimichu More...

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One of the best Greek Food in Bay Area. No Doubt! Me and my partner love coming here, we try to come at least once a week or two. Try their Fish filet and Lamb. It just so good. Great Ambiance, Great Customer Service! Thank you all for your hard work and delicious food. More...

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Kali Greek Kitchen has delicious, modern Greek food in a casual/comfortable environment. I got the chicken pita wrap and it was very good. The chicken was good quality, cooked well, and very moist and flavorful. The sauce was very bright in flavor and suited the wrap perfectly. The pita was a great texture. The vegetables and other things in the wrap were very good too. I highlrecommend trying out Kali Greek Kitchen. Update Aug '19: We came back to Kali Greek Kitchen for dinner the other night and got the beef pita wrap, a side of Greek salad, a glass of strawberry mint lemonade, and a piece of baklava, and everything was very good. Everything tasted very fresh across the board with bright flavors. Still 5 stars for me. More...

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Really good food and a good price (for Palo Alto)My mum and I both got the chicken pita and it tasted so fresh with the golden beets plus orange segments. They were also massive!! Would definitely recommend.I love the decor, it had a modern Greek twist to it. More...

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Being the indecisive person I am, I couldn't decide if I wanted Italian, Mexican, or Greek. Once my brain finally battled it out, I decided to try Kali Greek Kitchen, because 1) the restaurant itself is so cute and 2) the people sitting outside seemed to be enjoying their food. Well, I'm glad I chose to eat at Kali that evening (and little did I know, I would be coming back the next week). Here's the roundup of the rating:+1 star for fast service+1 star for bright ambiance and cute decor+1 star for consistent and healthy food, as well as options for vegans and meat eaters alike+1 star for convenience (they sometimes have an iPad out so you can order and pay directly from there)Vegetarian Rice Plate - 4.5 STARSThis rice plate is extremely tasty and filling. The zucchini fritters (each plate comes with four) were fried very well - the outside was crisp, while the inside was warm and soft. The fritters were quite filling, so I'd recommend taking them home or sharing with someone else if you can. The chickpea rice was sooo good..I don't know how they make it! The pillowy rice had a touch of salt and perfectly cooked chickpeas sprinkled throughout. The plate also had a side of cucumber salad (for the vegans: I think this has cheese, so ask for the salad without cheese!) which was a lighter side compared to the other carb-heavy components (fritters, rice, and pita slices). And the pita was such a pleasant surprise! This is the perfect bite: a fritter dipped in the yogurt sauce, a bite of pita, and a few slices on pickled onion (add pickled onion for additional charge!). Fish Salad - 4 STARSWow, you get a whole filet of grilled fish! Loaded with Omega-3 and protein, this fish salad is a healthy choice if you're trying to fulfill your daily protein levels. The salad leaves tasted fresh and crunchy (no one likes wilted salad leaves...)! I enjoyed the touch of orange, which added another dimension of flavor to the dish. The calamata olives added saltiness to the otherwise mellow salad. Overall, this salad is a filling, solid meal.Next, I really really really want to try their baklava! And maybe the Fraiche frozen yogurt..I have an eternal craving for that stuff... More...

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We are in town for five days for a swim meet.  Staying at a hotel and looking for something casual (because we have been in the sun all day) and no burgers, sushi, or Mexican food.  Kali Greek Kitchen fit the bill perfectly.  My wife and all split the dinner special which had chicken, beef, and lamb with a salad and rotisserie potatoes.  She also ordered a side of rice.  Plenty of food for the two of us and everything was delicious.  My thirteen year old son, who is slightly less adventurous had the lamb pita.  The restaurant was clean and well decorated.   Lots of seating inside and outside.   I highly recommend this place. More...

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Still great! Tried:- Zucchini fritters - not a big fan, too soggy inside - Fish plate

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Fantastic food, service, atmosphere. Highly recommended, also recommend their Greek sodas!

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Amazing place, I could eat there 5 days a week. Lamb rice plate and zucchini fritters are practically mandatory, accompanied by a refreshing lemonade and hummus. Tasty, fresh and reasonably priced, what else could one ask for. Thank you Kali! More...

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Souvla for the South Bay! This place is has great food and super cute vibes, with both inside and outside seating and has really friendly staff. The food is delicious here and their flavorful marinades on the meats bring you the bold flavors of Greek food that you want. My favorite is the chicken salad because it's fresh but also super filling. They have vegan and vegetarian options too (both of those salads are also quite delicious) which isn't always so common at Greek restaurants. I really recommend getting either the french fries or rotisserie potatoes, orrrr get them both! They are fluffy yet crunchy, deliciously seasoned, and just all around yum. Although, I have this theory that basically any time I order ang form of potatoes at a Greek restaurant I'm extra in love (maybe the oregano just is the secret to making my tastebuds happy? Maybe.) The frozen yogurt here is good and the topping options are the same as they are at Souvla buttttt somehow the frozen yogurt is a little different than the one in SF. It's still delicious but somehow tasted more chalky/icy than the rich and creamy one at Souvla. Maybe it's not fair to be comparing but I am and would like for the South Bay version to be just as rich! I am so happy that this place has opened up here and I can now go as frequently as I want! I definitely recommend checking this place out! More...

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Wanted to find a good gyro place and Kali Greek Kitchen is exactly that. Ordered a gyro salad, with extra meat, and was positively surprised by several things: quality of food, good service and price (I will forgive higher than expected price as food was delicious). Gyro meat is all lamb, so if you are not used to lamb meat, you might want to order a regular portion. But if you are hungry, double the portion is a way to go. I also wanted to point that the customer service is fantastic and out of the ordinary for the whole Bay Area. Manager greets all customers and follows up with them on food quality and their satisfaction!I will be back More...

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We had a really great experience with their catering for a meeting - communication was good, delivery was prompt, and the food was a hit - great quality and a crowd pleaser, at a reasonable price!  Zucchini fritters were a strong vegetarian option, and the kebabs were great, too.  Will definitely be keeping them in mind for future events. More...

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Not the best Mediterranean food fosho. But the food somehow tastes very fresh and supa healthy!!! Good lunch choice for workdays :)Will come back and try their baklava:)

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Bumped into this place on a Sunday night. Absolutely yummy food with great service and beautiful setting. Plenty of choices for vegetarians. The lentil soup is a must. I have never had so much flavor in a lentil soup More...

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Very cute decor with plenty of outdoor seating. The food were simple, light and delicious! Ordered a grilled fish plate and it was grilled perfectly with crispy skin on one side! The seasoning was also the right amount. I especially love the rice, which has a light flavor. Service was quick too, a good and quick option on California st! More...

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Lovely dinner with friends sitting outside. I ordered the rice with fish. I can't eat butter, and there was butter in the rice, so he said he'd substitute potatoes. I thought he had said sweet potatoes, so when the dish came with fried white potatoes, I was disappointed because my diet won't allow me to eat white potatoes. I misheard him, so it was my fault, but he made a different meal for me. Very classy move. I will definitely return here More...

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Love coming here and getting the plates after yoga class! The restaurant is clean and spacious, and the service is great and efficient. Must try the spicy sauce!!

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Fresh and savory food - I had the chicken plate. The staff is very attentive and polite. The place is very clean and right on California Ave. Parking was tricky during dinner peak hours. More...

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100% recommend the vegetarian salad!! The zucchini fritters are fresh and flavorful, and they perfectly complement the perfectly dressed vegetables! The portion size is enormous, but you'll want to eat the whole thing. More...

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Husband took me here yesterday. He came here with some coworkers and could not stop raving about the fish that he had here and even quoted it " the best fish he's ever had"! It's in downtown PA in such a cute little area. I had ordered the chicken plate which was soooooo good! I also had their ice tea which was nice and refreshing! I would definitely come back the next time I'm in the area! More...

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New kid on the block of many mediterranean restaurants on the peninsula. What sets this one apart is there fresh organic menu that is simple and easy to choose. Four protein choices and three ways to have it. My favorite is the grilled branzini on a bed of Greek salad. They have delicious non-alcoholic beverages as well as Greek wine and beer. You can top your meal off with traditional Greek desserts and coffee. Opa More...

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Went twice in a weekend. That's how good it is. All dishes are excellent as early early in the first visit I got the chicken pita which was so tender and spice perfectly and today I got a salad with bronzino. Prices are very fair. Food very fresh.  ''This lace is better than some high end creek restaurants. More...

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I've eaten in and gotten door dash from here.I've found the quality to be very good and it never takes long to get delivery. I like that it's so light- I usually get the chicken and rice. The chicken is always juicy and well cooked, and I think they do a great job with the Greek salad.It's a much lighter/ fresher option than Mediterranean wraps down the street. More...

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Came here with my office friends. The lamb salad and vegetable balls were extremely delicious. Lamb was juicy and flavorful. Great portions, highly recommend.

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I love this place! My second visit was today, and I had the chicken pita. The pita is nicely charred and chewy (in a good way), and the chicken is well cooked. I love the beets and oranges they add, and the sauce is delicious! Last time I had the lamb pita, which was equally good. The house made lemonade is nice, and it's great that they have a water dispenser with carafes so you can help yourself. The tables outside are pleasant, as are the wooden tables inside. I wish they had a larger beer selection, but this is a very pleasant spot on Cal Ave. More...

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We had such a satisfying meal at Kali!I had the fish salad with a large, perfectly cooked piece of barramundi.  It was heaven and I want to eat it again right now! ! My husband had a lamb pita, with chewy tender pita, generous amount a lamb,  veggies and tzakiki sauce.  Everything tasted great.  They also have a nice selection of Greek beers, the Pilsner was a good match for my fish.  They gave us extra sauce for free, so nice! We finished things off with fraiche frozen yogurt, topped with cherries and candied walnuts, yum!!The prices aren't much more than chipotle, so I pray they can make it on California ave with its exorbitant rents.  We are going to make an effort to be regulars, that fish salad is calling to me now...... More...

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Great service and the baklava is excellent you have to check this place out if you're in Palo Alto

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Fantastic Lamb Salad!!!!  Before attending a Theatreworks play at the nearby Lucie Stern Theatre, we had dinner at Kali Greek Kitchen.  We chose this place based on the Yelp reviews, which especially recommended the Lamb Salad. So, we definitely ordered the Lamb Salad ($14), which was a large bowl of salad, with feta cheese, topped with a lot of delicious, tender, slices of lamb. The dressing, cheese, and salad was the perfect foil for the lamb, resulting the a delectably delicious taste sensation.  We highly recommend this dish!  Fantastic!!!We also ordered the Lamb Rice Plate ($15), which was delicious lamb served with pita, rice, tzatziki, and a tomato cucumber (both very fresh) and cheese salad.  By itself, if we also did not have the Lamb Salad, this would have been a delicious, great dish.  Compared with the Lamb Salad, it was clearly in the number two position.  (But it is extremely tasty). My wife had the Strawberry Basil Lemonade ($3.50), which was tasty, but was more of a lemonade taste and less of strawberry basil taste.For dessert, we had the Loukoumades ($5), which was a small bowl of sweet dough balls, moist with a sweet sauce inside the balls.  It reminded me of an Indian sweet, but not as sweet.  It was a nice finish to the meal. The restaurant has several tables inside and outside. You order and pay at the counter and then when the food is ready, a server brings it to your table. The ambiance is lacking, but the taste of the food makes this a five star rating, in my opinion. More...

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I was expecting typical "Mediterranean restaurant" fare, but no, this is a standout spot for exceptional Greek food with only a little overlap with your standard hummus and falafel shops. It's hard to pinpoint what I like best about this place. The ingredients are high quality, the flavors punchy and sublime. The menu is peppered with hard-to-find dishes, and so far, every choice has been a winner. It's easy to eat healthfully/indulgently/vegetarian here and to have a great meal. The staff are exceptionally friendly. It's a good spot to bring a kid. Even the little water carafes seem special and lovely. Kali is all-around great. My *favorite* thing here is the lamb salad: the meat is flavorful, moist and crispy, almost like lamb carnitas. The greens mix is hearty, with a generous dose of salty feta, and an herb lemon dressing I'd buy of bottle of if offered. If they offer you some spicy sauce on the side, say yes: your taste buds will love the glowing heat and subtle sweetness of the red pepper paste. A single order is almost too much for one person. If you're not ravenous, consider splitting the salad with a friend and adding side of whipped feta & pita and/or topping the salad with some crispy, fluffy zucchini fritters to round out the meal. I desperately want to give their desserts a shot, but I've never left enough room. They serve Fraiche frozen Greek yogurt with a variety of delicious toppings (honey and walnut; olive oil & sea salt; Amarena cherries), all of which make me salivate. I have it on good authority that their baklava is top notch, and those tiny Greek donuts (Loukoumades) are begging to be tried. I'll be back (& back & back & back)! More...

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Greek fast food restaurant. Ordered at the counter and plate delivered to my table. Simple and tasty lunch.

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I could eat here every night of the week!  The food is always so fresh, so tasty, so satisfying and also so affordable.  The monthly specials menu always brings new and fabulous tastes to consider (the lamb shank in December was off the charts). Something for everyone in the family.  The staff and owners are a delight, always greeting us with a smile and a welcome!  Kali has it all going as the perfect place to have a quick, satisfying meal, or take it to go.  Truly a welcome addition to the town! More...

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I have been eying on this place for a while and we recently had a big order from them in the office. The presentation was very nice and the food was yummy. I'm not a big meat eater but tried the lamb and it was delicious. Mary's chicken was just right and the Branzino was great. We also ordered 3 different hummus (avocado, red pepper, regular) and they were all yummy. Tzatziki sauce was delicious too.Very friendly staff. Highly recommend this place. Next time I will be going there in person since this was a take out order. More...

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Love the owner John, I went there religiously. The chicken rice plate and salad are amazing. The thing to try is they add butter to their rice, which just makes it extra tasty. Would definitely try this if you're looking for amazing greek food. More...

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Brought my co-workers there for lunch. They all loved it.  Food is fresh, tasty, and reasonably priced. Will definitely go there again.

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Ordered the loukoumades and veggie pita. As a non-meat eater, the zucchini fritter was bomb.com. Mini donuts satisfied my sweet tooth. Would 100% uber eats again.

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Ate every morsel on my plate. Loved it.Their rice is the stuff of dreams.Can't wait to go back and work my way through the menu.

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