Sumac menu overview

Nestled in the vibrant Russian Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, Sumac brings a fresh and modern twist to Mediterranean street food with its California flair. This homey spot offers an enticing array of dishes that cater to both vegetarians and meat lovers alike, making it a must-visit destination for foodies craving bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Starters

Begin your culinary journey with a selection of vibrant starters that awaken the palate. Sumac's homemade hummus served with warm pita offers a creamy and satisfying bite, while the muhammara dazzles with roasted red peppers, almonds, and pomegranate molasses accompanied by warm pita. For refreshing options, the cacik blends labneh, Persian cucumber, dried mint, and fresh dill with a hint of lemon zest, and the tabouli bursts with bulgur, green onion, curly parsley, tomato, cucumber, and pomegranate. Other tempting choices include roasted potatoes paired with house-made vegan paprika aioli, savory babaganoush crafted from roasted eggplant and red pepper, and the spicy potato spread featuring mashed Yukon potatoes with pepper paste and garlic confit.

Mains

Sumac's mains showcase a delicious variety of rice bowls, wraps, and salads, all bursting with authentic Mediterranean flavors. The Butcher's Kofte Rice Bowl features roasted ground lamb and beef shoulder balls atop basmati rice infused with fresh dill, complemented by a chickpea salad, fresh herbs labneh sauce, and a kick of hot sauce. For poultry fans, the Chicken Rice Bowl combines Turkish-marinated organic chicken thighs with roasted seasonal vegetables, basmati rice with dill, sumac yogurt sauce, and hot sauce. Vegetarians will appreciate the Red Lentil Rice Bowl, boasting red lentil and bulgur balls, fried onion, basmati rice, tabouli, fresh herbs labneh sauce, and hot sauce.

Wraps offer a portable way to enjoy these vibrant flavors: the Butcher's Kofte Wrap packs roasted lamb and beef balls with chickpea salad, arugula, fresh herb yogurt sauce, and warm lavash with pepper paste. The Organic Chicken Wrap features Turkish-marinated chicken, roasted seasonal veggies, baby spinach, sumac yogurt sauce, hot sauce, and warm lavash, while the Red Lentil Wrap highlights red lentil and bulgur, tabouli, fried onion, fresh herb labneh sauce, hot sauce, and warm lavash.

Fresh salads provide a lighter yet flavorful option with the Butcher's Kofte Salad combining roasted lamb and beef balls, chickpea, roasted red peppers and onion, sundried tomato, homemade pickled seasonal vegetables, arugula, and sumac vinaigrette. The Chicken Salad pairs Turkish-marinated chicken thighs with roasted vegetables, pickled seasonal vegetables, spinach, and sumac vinaigrette, while the Red Lentil Balls Salad includes red lentil and bulgur balls, tabouli, tomato, cucumber, homemade pickled vegetables, romaine lettuce, and sumac vinaigrette.

Desserts

Indulge your sweet tooth with Sumac's delightful desserts. The classic Baklava, layered with phyllo dough, ground pistachios, and buttery richness, offers a traditional Mediterranean finish. Alternatively, Grandma's Banana Pudding provides a comforting blend of vanilla pudding, fresh banana, and crunchy wafers, perfect for a nostalgic treat.

Drinks and Specials

While Sumac does not serve coffee, cocktails, wine, or beer, their menu shines through with carefully curated dishes and flavorful hot sauces that elevate each meal. Guests can enjoy a variety of vegetarian-friendly and wholesome options in a cozy atmosphere, perfect for lunch or dinner. Though the location does not offer outdoor seating, curbside pickup, takeout, and delivery options provide convenient ways to savor Sumac's Mediterranean-California fusion at home or on the go.

Why Sumac is a must-try in San Francisco

Authentic Mediterranean flavors with a modern California twist showcased in each carefully crafted dish.
Variety of options for vegetarians and meat lovers alike including rice bowls, wraps, salads, and flavorful starters.
Convenient takeaway, delivery, and curbside pickup services perfect for enjoying Mediterranean street food on the move.
Fresh, wholesome ingredients and bold seasoning that reflect the heart of Mediterranean cooking with a local twist.