Bombay Brasserie
French · San Francisco · $$$$
Indian · San Francisco, CA · $$$$
Copra: A Culinary Journey to the Heart of South India Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's vibrant Fillmore district, Copra is an enchanting restaurant that transports you to the sun-kissed shores of South India. Helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Srijith "Sri" Gopinathan, Copra is a love letter to his culinary heritage, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Sri Lanka. Step into a world of lush greenery and intricate macrame, where the air is filled with the tantalizing aroma of spices and the gentle hum of conversation. The menu, a tapestry of traditional recipes and modern interpretations, is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients.
“Copra is an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, with every dish packed with flavor and beautifully presented. The ambience is warm, stylish, and inviting, making it a great spot for both special occasions and casual dinners. The service was exceptional—friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable without being intrusive. Overall, a fantastic restaurant that delivers on every level. Highly recommend, and I'll definitely be back!”
“We visited this restaurant on a friend’s recommendation and were thoroughly impressed by the chef’s curated recipes. We thoroughly enjoyed every dish we ordered, although the dessert fell short of our expectations. The ambiance was extraordinary, despite the noise. While the staff wasn’t particularly attentive to our table, they did accommodate our requests. If you’re in the city, I highly recommend this restaurant.”
“Found this amazing place and everything here is top notch. Leslie was our waitress and she took care of our table excellent. She recommended several items and we tried almost all items she recommended and everything tasted well. Tried podi vada, maddur vadda, sambal peppers. Except podi vada everything tasted really well. Tried Rasam poori, thayir vada chat and they both tasted amazing. Tried Gongura curry, Veggies of the day and Tyre sadam and they tasted really well. I must say the poriyal and egg plant curry are exceptional. Coming to desserts, had Mango Halwa and Coconut desert and the presentation and taste is unlike any desserts I have eaten. Menu is limited but very good. Ambience is top notch. 06/18 - Revisited this place again but the service was disappointing. Requested for sambar and additional chutneys for Masala Dosa and it took an eternity despite reminding them multiple times. Order jigarthanda it just looked and tasted like chocolate ice cream bar.”
“The food here is good and we liked the rasam poori, the soup and sambal peppers for starters. The gunpowder vada was okay because the chutney didn't taste fresh. For the entrees the gongura korma and the dosa were good. The cheese (mozzarella?) or some rubbery stuff in the korma wasn't something that went very well with the dish. The sambar with the dosa had a home made feel We went to this place to celebrate birthday and I had mentioned this in my reservation. Even though we asked for the dessert menu, they brought the bill. After reminding to bring the dessert menu, we got the birthday candle in a sorbet that tasted great. Also, they forgot our drink orders completely and thankfully it wasn't in the bill! The food is good and inventive. The service is average and inattentive. However, they cleared the food from the table really fast.”
“Had a memorable visit to Copra. The interior design and ambiance are absolutely stunning, creating one of the most beautiful dining spaces in San Francisco. The food was enjoyable and well prepared, though I went in with very high expectations and found it didn't quite reach the level I was hoping for. That said, the overall experience, hospitality, and atmosphere made for a very pleasant evening.”
1700 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115-3130, United States
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