Cafe Istanbul Mediterranean Cuisine

Absolutely a fantastic experience. We had limited time for dinner before a flight. We were served with the highest attention and care, the food tasted exceptional, portion sizes are quite big. As a family, we tried a little bit of everyone’s food. The gyro meat was amazing and almost melted in your mouth. The Mousakka was layered with all the veggies, meat and potatoes you’d wish for. Dessert was the perfect size to share and not overeat. All around a great dinner. We would be coming back for sure.

It was my first time here and was excited to try everything. There's plenty of parking around the plaza. Seating is plenty, but felt a bit cramped. The restaurant is beautiful, so warm and welcoming. We got the Moussaka and Sauteed Lamb. The dipping sauce and bread was phenomenal, it was delicious and a good starter to the meal, and you can taste the saffron and herbs. The Moussaka was made well and delicious. It was a pretty big cut and was very good. The Sauteed Lamb was made very well and flavorful. The lamb was tender and the peppers were soft and crunchy. Overall, the meal was great and filling. It came with rice and with the bread, it was overall enough for two people. I felt like the flavors were balanced and flavorful, delicious and tasty. Staff was very kind and accommodating. Staff checked on us multiple times and provided us with great service. They let us know that every meal could be made vegetarian and that's really nice for dietary needs. I would recommend this place for a great authentic meal, great service, and delicious food.

Tonight was the first time that we were at Cafe Instanbul. We are already planning our next visit. My husband and I had the Combination Kebab (chicken and beef tenderloin). My daughter had the Steak Saute. We had the most delicious complementary bread and a dip with olive oil, sundried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. It's worth a trip, just for the bread and dip. Our waiter was amazing and handled our party of 10 with ease.

Located at the Easton Towne Center, between other restaurants on a strip. Plenty of parking across the street. Parking on side streets but are limited. Looking from the outside, you wouldn't think anything super special, just a nice and simple restaurant. First time at this delightful establishment. OMG! Once you walk inside, it is beautifully set up. Not too fancy but not at all blah either. Very clean! I was impressed! Tablecloth covered tables. Chandeliers above. Wonderfully decorated but not over the top. Good for family dinners, business lunches and dinners, small to Large but not huge parties. Delightful for wedding receptions, engagement or retirement parties, and more! Older children friendly. I would not recommend toddlers and infants. However, they are welcomed. Perfect for one person, couple of friends, or for a romantic date night. Full service bar with an awesome bartender that knows how to prepare a cocktail! Very friendly staff! Our server, Ismail, was exceptional, pleasant, attentive, friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and just simply AWESOME! I wish all servers were that way lol. Even "Karens" wouldnt find anything to complain about lol 😆 The menu offers many Mediterranean dishes. Turkish cuisine from Istanbul. Fantabulously scrumpdeliliciously phenomenal yumminess served here! The food ordered, the presentation was beautiful. The grilled lamb chops (my favorite) were melt in your mouth delicious. Fresh lamb cooked to order. The okra and lamb stew... OMG goodness! The large sampler platter (vegetarian) was to die for! I wanted to order one of each off the menu! I'm not a dessert person but had to try their custard. Delicious! Ordered Turkish coffee and tea, couldn't decide so ordered both. I would order both again! The next visit (soon!), I will have to try the whole fried fish, Branzino. Would I recommend this establishment to others? Absofreakinlutely! You will not be disappointed. Bon appetite and Godspeed everyone!

I have several good time here. Their kebabs and meats are grilled fresh and juicy with descent tomato sauces and boiled veggies. Highly recommended their someone’s name favorite (could not remember its name), which comes with mashed eggplants covered with juicy lamb and tomato sauce. Also, they have some amazing eggplant starters, mashed or marinated. Really love their lamb and eggplant dishes.

So my wife always brings me leftovers from this restaurant, and I've always wanted to try the food fresh. The leftovers are so tasty, so I was looking forward to trying the food fresh. Upon trying the food fresh I can say that this is a fabulous place to eat and a wonderful experience. The service was great (it was a new worker, and he did great!) My only tiny issue is the price point. It's been a while since I have eaten out for this much and was not prepared. So be prepared to spend money. It's worth every penny. It is a premium dining experience. This isn't a place I can personally afford to eat at often, but would eat here often if I could!

Give them an A+ for food taste and presentation. Good variety for vegetarians. Portions good for two people to share. Nice interior decor. Give them a B- for service. Staff was not rude, but friendly in a business-like manner. Appetizer was delivered 5 minutes after we ordered, which was amazing. But getting entree 5 minutes after seemed too soon.