La Marsa – Middle Eastern
La Marsa transports diners to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean, where the air hums with the fragrance of toasted spices and the sizzle of vibrant shakshukas served bubbling in traditional pans. The experience unfolds through a tapestry of bold textures, from the charred tenderness of glazed lamb riblets and bright octopus salad to inventive, yolk-rich Benedicts that redefine the art of the morning meal. It is a soulful celebration of Tunisian heritage where every plate, whether a piquant deviled egg or a bounty of fresh seafood, tells a story of coastal warmth and culinary passion.
454, Geary Street, San Francisco, CA https://www.lamarsasf.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at La Marsa
Dairy-Free at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Shakshuka, Tuna-sian Benedict and Chreime. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 12 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Shakshuka, Tuna-sian Benedict and Chreime. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 32 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Mediterranean Omelette, Vegetarian Sandwich and La Basique Savory Crepe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tuna-sian Benedict, Lamb Tagine and Lamb Riblets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Egg, Octopus Salad and Lamb Riblets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tunisian Deviled Eggs, Add Egg and Octopus Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Egg and Octopus Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at La Marsa
La Marsa in San Francisco has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Stuffed Eggplant, Add Vegetables and Mixed Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at La Marsa
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tounsia Salad | 73.8 g | 62.2 g |
| Crab Omelette | 53.1 g | 35.3 g |
| Salmon Omelette | 58 g | 32 g |
| Crab Benedict | 26.1 g | 29 g |
| Add Crab Cake | 43.8 g | 28.8 g |
| Shrimp Shakshuka | 15.1 g | 25.7 g |
| Lamb Tagine | 8 g | 24.8 g |
| Merguez Sandwich | 28.4 g | 23 g |
| Date & Almond Salad | 66.4 g | 21.7 g |
| Add Vegetables | 25.1 g | 19.8 g |
| Tuna-sian Benedict | 5.1 g | 19.7 g |
| Vegetarian Sandwich | 9.8 g | 19.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Tunisian Deviled Eggs - $16: Three halves, tastira mix and roasted shrimp Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- La Marsa Seafood - $19: Shrimp, bay scallops, in lemon zest, capers and turmeric cream sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Riblets - $18: Braised then baked lamb riblets with olive oil basil pesto sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus Salad - $18: Tossed in fresh red onions, parsley, capers, olive oil on top of frisee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch Specialties
- Original Shakshuka - $14: 3 eggs, sweet peppers, potatoes in a Tunisian blend spiced tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Vegetarian Shakshuka - $15: Tomato sauce, sweet peppers roasted zucchini, squash, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Merguez Shakshuka - $16: 3 eggs, lamb & beef sausage, sweet peppers, potatoes in a Tunisian blend spiced tomato sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Shrimp Shakshuka - $17: 3 eggs, saffron marinated shrimp, sweet peppers, potatoes in a Tunisian blend spiced tomato sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Florentine Benedict - $14: 2 halves muffin, 2 poached eggs, wilted spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Criminal Benedict - $16: 2 halves muffin, 2 poached eggs, Merguez patty Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Egghead Benedict - $17: 2 halves muffin, smoked salmon and capers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crab Benedict - $20: 1 Dungeness crab cake, roasted red bell pepper Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tuna-sian Benedict - $18: Seared ahi tuna, shishito pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelettes
- The Vegetarian Omelette - $14: Wild mushrooms, spinach, tomatoes, zucchini, squash. Served with salad and potato gratin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Mediterranean Omelette - $14: Sweet peppers, parsley, tomatoes, olives and basil pesto sauce. Served with salad and potato gratin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Salmon Omelette - $16: Smoked salmon, pickled red onions and capers. Served with salad and potato gratin Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Crab Omelette - $18: 3 oz crab cake, roasted sweet peppers. Served with salad and potato gratin Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Tagine - $20: Chicken, tomato, potato, onion, sweet peppers braised in Turmeric, green olive capers and preserved lemons Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mhamsa Merguez - $19: Pearl couscous cooked in tomato-based sauce mixed vegetables & merguez sausage Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chreime - $22: Roasted seafood stew, red snapper and shrimp marinated in turmeric sauce, cherry tomatoes, dry thyme Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Short Rib - $29: Truffle mashed potatoes, carrots, beer reduction sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Tagine - $32: Braised in turmeric, peppers, green olive sauce & vegetable tagine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Eggplant - $25: Eggplant stuffed with rice, mixed vegetables, dry mint and Tunisian spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Tuna Sandwich - $16: Harissa aioli, chopped slata, tuna conserva, green olives, hardboiled egg and harissa sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $16: Braised in turmeric, green olive and capers sauce, preserved lemon tapenade, slata Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Merguez Sandwich - $17: Lamb & beef sausage, tastira, frisee, harissa aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Sandwich - $15: Harissa aioli, roasted zucchini, mushroom, squash Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Tounsia Salad - $17: Seared Ahi tuna, hardboiled egg, fresh chopped cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, peppers, mint, olives, lemon vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Caesar Salad - $16: Romaine lettuce, saffron braised chicken, parmesan cheese and Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Date & Almond Salad - $15: Mixed greens, frisee, dates, shaved almonds, shaved manchego cheese and fig balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Greens - $13: Cherry tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Crepes
- Au Natural Crepe - $7.5: Sugar & butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Au Natural Plus Crepe - $9.5: Chocolate, Nutella, Caramel Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- My Berries Crepe - $9.95: Strawberries, raspberry, black berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bananas Crepe - $9.95: Nutella, bananas & toasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- La Basique Savory Crepe - $9: Egg & cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Meathead Savory Crepe - $13.5: Smoked salmon, soft egg, caramelized onions, capers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Lumberjack Savory Crepe - $10.5: Ham, egg, Gruyere cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Ratatouille Savory Crepe - $10.95: Zucchini, squash, piquillo pepper, fresh spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tunisian Baklava - $10: Open face baklava with orange blossom water & honey syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Orange Blossom Water Creme Brulee - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Add-ons
- Add Egg - $1.25 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Crab Cake - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Add Merguez Sausage - $3
- Add Vegetables - $1.75: Mushroom, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, or spinach Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about La Marsa
- Is La Marsa dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. La Marsa has 13 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Shakshuka, Tuna-sian Benedict and Chreime.
- What can I eat at La Marsa on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegetarian Shakshuka, Tuna-sian Benedict and Chreime carry the dairy-free tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does La Marsa have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Stuffed Eggplant and Add Vegetables.
- Is La Marsa gluten-free?
- 12 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at La Marsa?
- Tounsia Salad, at roughly 62.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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