Tradition • Hospitality • Heritage
Bistro 4293
Owner’s Story
I am Anar Usubov, born in Khojaly, Azerbaijan. After losing my home during the war in 1992, my family spent years living in refugee tent camps where hunger and food scarcity were part of everyday life. During those difficult years, the meals prepared by my mother became more than food – they were a source of comfort, family, and hope.
When I came to San Francisco in 2015, I searched for those same tastes and memories but could not find them. Therefore, I decided to open Bistro 4293. In 2025, I brought those memories back to life, sharing the traditions, hospitality, and rich flavors of Azerbaijani cuisine with our community.
California's First Azerbaijani RestaurantSignature Dishes
Khan Plov
$35Saffron rice, tender beef, Turkish apricot, chestnuts, raisins, and caramelized onions, encased in a crispy lavash shell.
Hünkar Beğendi
$36Roasted eggplant purée with mozzarella cheese, topped with braised lamb, cooked in marinara sauce.
Cold Starters
Bistro 4293 Mix Plate
$34A variety of cold and hot mezes. Perfect for sharing, for 2-4 people.
Eggplant Rolls VGVDFGF
$15Roasted thin eggplant rolls filled with walnut, onion, herbs, and savory sauce.
Hummus Trio VGVDFGF
$16Classic, basil, and roasted red pepper hummus; served with pita bread.
Tzatziki VGF
$12Homemade labneh, cucumber, mint, garlic, extra virgin olive oil; served with pita bread.
Baba Ghanoush VGVDFGF
$13Smoked eggplant, imported tahini, mint, garlic, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil; served with pita bread.
Hot Starters
House Made Dolma
$16Grape leaves lovingly stuffed with seasoned beef, rice, herbs, spices; served with yogurt.
Falafel Balls VGVDFGF
$15Chickpea, onion, parsley, cilantro, garlic, sesame seeds, tahini sauce.
Fried Calamari
$17Lightly fried calamari, lemon, aioli.
Fried Dushbara
$16Crispy dumplings filled with spiced minced beef; served with cocktail sauce.
Saganaki
$19Greek grilled cheese, walnuts, cherry tomatoes, oregano, flambéed with brandy; served with pita.
From Water
Aegean Grilled Octopus
$29Lemon, capers, cherry tomatoes, mixed greens, extra virgin olive oil, aioli sauce.
Mediterranean Branzino Fillet
$33Pan-fried Mediterranean branzino fillet, mashed potatoes, confit tomatoes, spring greens, lemon beurre blanc sauce with capers.
Not whole fish.
Main Courses
Stuffed Eggplant
$29Grilled eggplant, caramelized onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, basmati rice.
Lamb Shank
$33Slow-braised lamb shank, rich sauce, roasted eggplant purée.
Tika Kebab
$35Flame-grilled marinated beef tenderloin, basmati rice, sumac onions, confit tomatoes, grilled bell peppers, house lavash.
Karabakh Lule Kebab
$33Hand-minced flame-grilled seasoned lamb, grilled bell peppers, basmati rice, confit tomato, sumac onions.
Chicken Shashlik
$29Grilled chicken skewers, basmati rice, confit tomato, grilled bell peppers, sumac onions.
Soups
Lentil Soup VGVGF
$11Blend of lentils, onion, potato, carrot and mint; served with lemon and croutons.
Dushbara Soup
$13Tiny handmade dumplings filled with seasoned beef and herbs served in a savory beef broth.
Salads
Bistro Greek Salad VGF
$16Organic greens, tomatoes, cucumber, Greek feta, Kalamata olives, red onion, bell peppers, and extra virgin olive oil.
Purple Beet Salad VGF
$17Organic red beets, tomatoes, red onions, walnuts, shaved parmesan, lemon vinaigrette.
Crunchy Eggplant Salad VGVDFGF
$18Fried crispy eggplant, tomatoes, sesame, fresh herbs, and smoky house sauce.
Sides
Pita
$4Rice
$7Mashed Potatoes
$7Spiced Crispy Brussels Sprouts
$8Desserts
Turkish Baklava
$11Crisp phyllo with pistachios or walnut, honey syrup.
Turkish Ice Cream
$10Traditional chewy ice cream made with salep, known for its slow melt and rich texture.
Künefe
$12Pan-seared shredded dough with sweet cheese filling and simple syrup.
Azerbaijani Hazelnut Baklava
$11Layered pastry with hazelnuts and honey syrup.
Vegan White Pumpkin Dessert
$12Slow-cooked white pumpkin served with tahini sauce.
Please inform your server about food allergies
Please notify your server of any food allergies or dietary restrictions.
20% gratuity added
For parties of 6 or more.
$30 corkage fee
Per 750ml bottle.
Consuming raw or undercooked foods
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Tradition • Hospitality • Heritage
Bistro 4293
Drink Menu
The Cradle of Wine
Georgia is the birthplace of wine, with an unbroken tradition spanning 8,000 years – the oldest in the world.
The ancient Qvevri method was inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list in 2013.
Wine List
Red Wines – By the Glass
Saperavi Cabernet
$142021 – Kakheti, Georgia
Bold dark cherry, blackberry, hints of oak
Mukuzani
$142020 – Kakheti, Georgia
Ripe plum, dried herbs, earthy finish
Prodom Okuzgozu-Kalecik
$172020 – Karasi, Turkiye
Red cherry, rose petal, elegant tannins
Red Wines – By the Bottle
Chianti Classico
$562020 – Italy
Cherry, plum, earthy tones, light spice
Kavaklidere Yakut Classic
$542020 – Turkiye
Dark fruits, blackberry, smooth tannins
Marani Aleksandrouli
$652021 – Georgia
Ripe cherries, raspberry, and plum
Chateau Musar Rouge
$1752018 – Lebanon
Cedar, dark fruit, leather, long finish
Caymus 50th Anniv. Cab.
$1252022 – Napa, CA
Blackberry, dark chocolate, velvety tannins
Kindzmarauli
$492021 – Kakheti, Georgia
Blackberry, vanilla, dark cherries, cocoa
White Wines – By the Glass
Cankaya | Kavaklidere
$142023 – Turkiye
Green apple, citrus, white flowers
Sevilen Isabey Sauv. Blanc
$152022 – Turkiye
Grapefruit, fresh herbs, mineral notes
Mtsvane
$14Kakheti, Georgia
Peach, apricot, honey, subtle spice
White Wines – By the Bottle
Kisi | Aksaneli
$492017 – Georgia
Dried apricot, honey, walnut, spiced finish
Rkatsiteli
$492022 – Kakheti, Georgia
Green apple, citrus zest, mineral notes
DeWames Chardonnay
$392023 – Potter Valley, CA
Pear, lemon curd, vanilla, creamy finish
Avantis Harmony Chard.
$632023 – Greece
Melon, white peach, lime, herbal notes
Chateau Musar Blanc
$1462018 – Lebanon
Dried fruits, honey, spice, extraordinary length
Wine & Cocktails
Rosé – Orange – Dessert
Saperavi Rosé
$13 • 482021 – Georgia
Strawberry, raspberry, spring aromas
Aegean Sunset
$14 • 642021 – Turkiye
Wild strawberry, rose petal, watermelon
Khvanchkara
$14 • 322018 – Georgia
Raspberry, blackberry, pomegranate, rose
Sparkling
Marani White Brut
$15 • 55Georgia
Green apple, citrus, fine bubbles
Marani Rosé Sparkling
$14 • 56Georgia
Wild strawberry, raspberry, rose petal
Moët & Chandon Imperial
$142France
Green apple, brioche, white peach
Dom Pérignon
$3542015 – Champagne, France
Toasted almond, citrus zest, mineral
Signature Cocktails
Peach Mule
$14Vodka – Lime – Peach Purée – Ginger Beer
Mirage Spirit
$14Gin – Elderflower Mead – Aperol
Honey Zest
$15Lavender Gin – Honey Syrup – Lemon Juice
Secret Garden
$15Rosé Gin – Lychee Liqueur – Lillet Rosé
Spicy Hibiscus Margarita
$15Tequila – Agave – Lime – Hibiscus Syrup
Margarita
$15Tequila – Lime – Agave – Grenadine
Classic & Dessert Cocktails
Old Fashioned
$15Bourbon – Bitters – Sugar
Espresso Martini
$15Vodka – Espresso – Coffee Liqueur
Aperol Spritz
$13Aperol – Prosecco – Sparkling Water
Negroni
$14Gin – Campari – Sweet Vermouth
Turkish Coffee Martini
$15Vodka – Licor 43 – Turkish Coffee
Anar Fashion
$14Mastika Liqueur – Lavender Bitters – Lemon
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