Everything was so good. We had gyro meat which was very flavorful and cooked perfectly. The appetizers were also great: hummus, falafel and halloumi cheese. The atmosphere was so comfortable and the service was the best. If we return to the area we will come again. read more

Top notch, 100%! The ambiance transports you to the Mediterranean. The cuisine is fresh, delicious, yet not heavy, as many restaurants leave you feeling! Do not skip out on the pistachio bomb (not on the menu, yet offered often as a special)... I could eat the whole thing myself as a meal! It is what I believe to be lebneh with spices, pistachios, roasted red peppers, and olive oil served with fluffy pita triangles. My go to entree are the chicken kebabs with French fries (super crispy outside, pillowy soft inside), which comes with a salad. The staff is fantastic! My Dad was on a strict grain free diet, and our server without being asked or hesitating, brought him crudités so he could enjoy the pistachio bomb! Finish your meal with their coffee, and if you're lucky, the staff member who "reads the grinds" may be there! read more

Highly recommended spot out in Ortega. Plenty of parking out front. We went on a Saturday around lunchtime and were seated immediately. Spicy hummus was amazing! Lamb was amazing! Wish the spot was a little closer to me out at the beaches lol casual ambience, good for families! read more

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We've been here more than 10 times,Boat recently our visit was disappointing. Portion sizes have been made smaller Adana And chicken kabibs.$39 Halibut not fresh and too embarrassed to say anything. Pleasant waiter George,very attentive and accommodating. read more

What a charming find in downtown Venice. The restaurant is pretty and spacious. I liked that it wasn't loud-our party of 6 could easily carry on conversation. My dinner was FABULOUS. I had the halibut with a creamy caper sauce. The halibut was cooked to perfection and the sauce was light and brightened up with tomatoes. I ate every bite. I also tried the swordfish-delicious! I would also recommend the calamari. Nice attentive service. Definitely will return. read more

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In short: A Turkish restaurant that brings together Greek, middle eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. I was in the area for just a couple of hours and wanted to find a delicious lunch spot, Yelp never steers me wrong. I love Greek food but I am not well versed in Turkish food so I will preface with that. We started with the Greek Saganaki. This is prepared differently than traditional saganaki. They still use Halloumi cheese but it is breaded and pan fried. Normally this is fried at the table. It was good but I prefer the Greek style I am accustomed to. We also ordered their hummus with pita bread. The pita bread is not made there but it was good and tasted as if it was. The hummus is prepared differently with a lot of pistachios as a topping. It was a delicious take. The main star was the Iskender Kebab. It's Greek gyro meat with pita bread, chef's tomato with a yogurt and butter sauce, we got it over potatoes and it was DIVINE! Apparently this is the king of Turkish kebabs and I know why now... it was so flavorful and I plan on ordering it at every Turkish restaurant for comparison. Lastly, we ordered a baklava for dessert. The Turkish baklava version is heavy with pistachio as compared to Greek which has more walnuts. It was good but I prefer the Greek version. Service was friendly and fast. The restaurant and clean and has a classic Mediterranean look . I would come back if I was in the area. read more

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Was there this week and the Lamb Chops were amazing! We also had a really good appetizer of the pistachio bomb! Finished off with a dessert with chocolate and icecream ! We will be back! All dishes was excellent read more

We recently had lunch here. The servers were pleasant and attentive. The atmosphere was pretty decent for a small place, if I had to say anything, maybe they can update a few spots in the back going to bathroom etc, otherwise nice. The food came out At timely fashion. We had special yogurt dip for an appetizer and it was very nice, we had the gyro entree and it was really good, also had the filet pita and it was good not blow you away good but good. Overall it was a decent experience, we will try it again in the future to see what else they have to offer. Food 8.0 Atmosphere 7.75 Service 9.0 read more

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Bodrum is a very special hidden treasure here in Venice. Their professional service, expertise in fresh food flavor and authenticity elevates them to the top of our small town for Mediterranean Turkish cuisine. Thank you. read more

Bodrum Restaurant - Front entrance of their restaurant. - Mediterranean Near Me - Venice, Florida

My husband and I have been coming to this fabulous restaurant for a few years now. We bring friends and family every chance we get. We've had Tansel several times and he is wonderful. Any questions about the menu he will answer. He's friendly and attentive to everyone's needs. The food and ambience is inviting and comfortable. Every dish is fresh and prepared to your liking. The food never disappoints. As your server Tansel will make you feel at home. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

By far the best meal I've had in a long time. We had Mixed Grill and Gyro platter, along with Pistachio Bomb as appetizer. The flavors all leap off the plate. Even the simple rice and salad garnishments were delicious. The lamb chops were absolutely amazing. Dennis was a great waiter and guide on our meal. Loved sitting outside on beautiful evening in February. So glad we found this gem and will be back. read more

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This place was delicious! The babaganoush was so good. We split a meat platter and I was able to eat everything except the beef because apparently it had breadcrumbs and were not gluten free but the mini lamb chops were perfect and I am very picky about lamb, I don't like a strong gamey taste to it. The chicken was also delicious. My only complaint was the extra charges for cucumbers and a "tortilla" that was the gluten free replacement for the naan that I am allergic to. I would skip those next time. read more

The food is delicious especially the lamb chops , wonderful , clean and a professional staff.

First time to return to Bodrum since Covid! The food and service was as good as ever with very reasonable prices. They have expanded their seating capacity with a nice dining area and outdoor seating to accommodate the seasonal traffic. read more

We had a reservation for a party of 6. We were promptly seated at a nicely set round table. Our server, Elisabeth K, took care of us cheerfully, knowledgeably, and followed up punctually. A manager also stopped to assure we were pleased. The Pistachio Bomb is a superb appetizer and sufficient for 6. Having been to Bodrum many times, we knew whatever we ordered would be good. The shaved, grilled meats and vegetables were excellent. We had a great evening and will return soon. read more

Very attentive service, and authentic in terms of the Greek selections!!! Awesome cuisine from the Mediterranean!! No Liquor License .... But great and reasonable selection in terms of the wine! read more

Fabulous fabulous food at a very reasonable price! The service is always excellent and everybody always enjoys their meal! Cute place, you can sit inside or outside. Always busy! There were five of us and we were able to make a reservation! Sooo yummmy! read more

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My go to place for salmon pita wrap; so good, and the fries are perfect. Ate lunch there today and Tansel our server recommended the spinach pie special. It was a perfect dish with a nice salad! Hope to see it on the regular menu soon. Service was friendly and efficient. Great location and perfect for lunch or dinner. Lamb chops are also one of my favorites at Bodrum!! read more

Everything was amazing at Bodrum. Great ambience, service and food. The filet mignon kabab is especially wonderful! read more

We had a fantastic meal at Bodrum. I highly recommend the sample mezze platter. Great service and location.

The food is very good and so is the service but.. I was surprised by the automatic 20% tip on my bill. I don't know if that was the case on my prior visits but I don't think so. My bad, but if it was, I surely left a 20% tip on top. I understand that usually is the case with 6 or more but we were 5. That aside, I wouldn't leave 40%. This is not intended to be a bad review as I highly recommend Bodrum. Just be aware that tips may be already included in your bill. I will certainly be back. read more

Bravo!!! from ambiance to service...& food was fabulous. Very authentic greek crusine. Wine list is spectacular opa!

This meal was nothing short of exceptional, despite the photo I snapped. My partner and I both had our hearts set on the filet mignon wrap, but our server, Tansel, recommended the halibut wrap--and what a game-changer! It was hands-down the best halibut we've ever tasted, perfectly cooked with a sauce that looked rich but was delightfully light and flavorful, elevating every bite. I still went for the filet mignon, ordered medium-rare, and it was flawlessly cooked, tender, and practically melting in my mouth with no trace of chewiness. Tansel's expertise shone through, not only in his spot-on menu suggestions but also in his attentive warm service. This place is a gem, and my boyfriend even stated "I will be dreaming about that halibut tonight". read more

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Food here is fresh and delicious! Cute little restaurant wiry a great decor and relaxed vibe. Super friendly staff, prices are comparable to other local restaurants. Highly recommended. And very clean! read more

I love this locally owned Turkish restaurant! We ate here during a week day and were definitely not disappointed. The restaurant was pretty busy and I could clearly see why after dining here. I enjoyed the hummus appetizer and the falafel salad. My dining partner order the mixes grill and was pleased. Our server was great and food was fresh and tasty. Hi can dine-in or sit outside in sidewalk-type area right outside the restaurant. I look forward to returning and trying more of their offerings! read more

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Want with 18 ladies and our waiter Tarsel was so great! Food was excellent! Especially the pistachio appetizer. Loved it! Perfect night with friends and food! read more

Hands down our favorite Mediterranean restaurant by far!! Everything is always so delicious and fresh!! The wraps are crazy good! read more

The quality of the food has really gone downhill at Bodrum's. I had lamb kebabs last night that were, to say the least, grizzly. Underseasoned. Certainly not worth the $29 I spent for them. The salad was wilted and ended up in the trash. And can you please stop making a mound out of your rice? It looks ridiculous. The gyro sandwich, nothing to talk about. Bland. We get better Gyro sandwiches at the pop-up down the street. I also ordered stuffed grape leaves. Mushy. Inedible. The hummus tasted like it came from Publix. What has happened here? We will never go back. read more

We go somewhat regularly for lunch to this restaurant. Their dishes are well prepared and tasty. They have a consistent way of preparing their dishes. Good attention, quiet and good ambience. Their personnel are courteous and attentive. Keep up the good work. read more

First visit to this quaint Mediterranean style restaurant. The Faroe island salmon was outstanding with a tasty dill sauce. Perfectly cooked. The lamb shish kebab was delicious. And the special yogurt pistachio appetizer was as advertised! Excellent! Denniz, our welcoming and informative server, was 4 stars! Thank you for a very enjoyable meal at your lovely restaurant. read more

They have great food. I love their gyro platter or gyro wrap. That is one of the best that I have had in the Sarasota area.

We recently tried this restaurant for the first time after hearing great things from a friend. Despite the mixed online reviews--especially regarding customer service--we decided to give it a shot, as we're a pretty easy-going group and often take reviews with a grain of salt. I was genuinely excited to try this new-to-us spot on the island and really hoped to love it. My husband, our 7-year-old daughter, and I arrived first and were seated while waiting for two more guests, including another child. We explored the menu and ordered appetizers, which were delicious. When it came time to order entrées, I asked the server for suggestions for the kids, since they tend to prefer standard kid-friendly items and there was no kids' menu presented to us. We ultimately ordered chicken kebabs and fries for them. However, shortly after, we noticed another table with children was offered a kids' menu--something we didn't even know existed until then. When we asked for one, we were surprised to find it included much more appropriate and affordable options for our kids (ages 7 and 8), clearly marked for children under 10 at a 1/3 of the adult prices. When the meals arrived, the kids' orders--and one adult dish--were incorrect. To their credit, the staff corrected it, and everything we ate was tasty. We also tried a couple of desserts, which were just okay. The biggest surprise came with the bill: a 20% service charge had been added. While I later confirmed it was listed on the menu for parties of five or more, it still felt a bit excessive for a relatively small group. It also felt misleading that the receipt still suggested tip percentages at the bottom. My husband and I always tip a min of 20% regardless of service quality, but we prefer to make that decision ourselves--not have it decided for us. Overall, the food was good, but the experience left us feeling disappointed--mostly due to the lack of transparency and service hiccups. If we return, it'll likely be for takeout only. read more

Bodrum Restaurant - Service charge - Mediterranean Near Me - Venice, Florida

Excellent food and superior service with reasonable prices - our favorite go-to spot in Venice. Their Salmon and Lamb are consistently outstanding and the wait staff is the best in Venice. Elisabeth (Lisa) is the friendliest and most attentive server you could ask for. It's a pretty little restaurant tucked in the back of Burgandy Square off Miami Ave. with fine food & friendly people - hard to beat. We also like having the option to sit inside or outside in the breezeway, and all the tables have flowers. Very classy. read more

The wife and I stopped in to this lovely little restaurant for a late lunch today and were glad we did. Lisa, our waitress, told us about the daily specials and I had to change my mind about what I was going to eat. I thought I would have my usual gyro sandwich but the halibut wrap in a white sauce with kalmata olives sounded great. So great that my wife ordered the same thing. That almost never happens! And it tasted even better than it sounded. Generous portions of flaky halibut on a soft warm pita was just great. Looking forward to trying other things on the menu. Maybe I'll have a gyro next time! Also I should mention there was plenty of parking in the free lot across the street as well as on the street parking. read more

Amazing! Best service and food that I've experienced in Venice. From the start of the evening our large group was treated like queens. The lamb was cooked to perfection, the salad was fresh and delicious. The waitstaff wa so kind! 10/10 food 10/10 service 10/10 ambiance I will be taking in any out town guest here when they visit. Thank you Bodrum for making a Tuesday night fee like a Mediterranean vacation. read more

This restaurant is a gem in Venice! The food never fails to delight. I could make a whole meal out of the various dips--try the pistachio bomb if they are offering it! Our waiter, Tansel, gave us spot on recommendations. Everything was a hit from appetizers to dessert. I would like to acknowledge the kindness and respect Tansel showed my elderly father. He was extremely patient and kind and went above and beyond to make our family feel welcome. I will be sure to return to Bodrum and bring more family members every time I am in town. read more

Three of had lunch there today. The food, from the service, to the appetizer, to the entree, to the dessert were all absolutely outstanding! Our server, Tansel, was charming and delightful. My friend kept saying she wanted to take him home! Do yourself a favor and try this wonderful restaurant! read more

We, a party of 5, had lunch and were served by Tansel. All the food was great: Salmon Wrap, Chicken Gyro, Steak Kebab, Lamb & Beef Gyro, & Gluten Free Haddock Wrap. They were VERY accommodating to our Gluten Free diner, and our server could not have been better. The appetizer with yogurt & pistachios was wonderful. read more

Tansel, sat us, Great conversation great service he's a real asset to you Your Place Food was good, service was good atmosphere was good We sat outside. It was a great experience. read more

Amazing taste and service. Even their tea was amazing and great tasting. Will be continuing to come back and enjoy what they have to offer.