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Best Greek Restaurants in Tenderloin (94102)

3 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated

Notable Picks

$$$ Union Square / Downtown
Modern Greek plates—souvlaki, spanakopita, avgolemono—served in a polished Union Square room. Opened in 2024 under chef-owner Cem Bulutoglu, it’s a convenient downtown choice for pre-theater dinners and small celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes: Lamb chops, Chicken souvlaki, Manti (Turkish dumplings)
What makes it special: Greek favorites alongside Turkish staples like manti downtown.
$ Hayes Valley
Greek-inspired rotisserie salads and sandwiches with crisp pacing and clean, bright flavors. The original Hayes Valley location (since 2014) pairs counter service with wine carafes and frozen Greek yogurt.
Must-Try Dishes: Lamb pita with harissa yogurt, Chicken kale salad with feta, Greek fries with Mizithra
What makes it special: Spit-roasted Greek classics with dependable patio seating on Hayes.

Worthy Picks

$ Civic Center
Long-running Civic Center counter spot for quick gyros, plates, and salads at budget-friendly prices. Lines move fast at lunch; portions are generous for the cost.
Must-Try Dishes: Lamb gyro wrap, Chicken shawarma plate, Falafel with tahini
What makes it special: Affordable shawarma and gyros with handy outdoor seats by the plaza.