5 Stars!! I have been coming here for several years and when you think it cannot get any better it does. Ali the owner and his talented staff always make the experience great no matter how busy the restaurant is. I came here with very good friends of mine that I knew loved Turkish food. We came here on Saturday night and when I arrived the restaurant was packed. Despite that we never felt rushed, they were well staffed and worked together as a well oiled machine to make the experience flawless. The weather was perfect so we sat outside, there is ample parking either in their parking lot or across the street. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with hand blown glass chandeliers from Turkey. For the sake of brevity I'm going to list all the dishes we had. Each one had its own unique flavor down to the Lavos Hollow bread with its slightly buttery flavor. You have to try each one. Prices are very fair and portions are great. We had the eggplant with tomato sauce, Turkish Ezme, Calves liver cubes, a large Shepherd salad, for appetizers. For entrees we had two of the Bronzino, the Shrimp Shish, and the Lamb Shish. For desert we had the Chocolate Baklava, the Kunefe, the Turkish coffee, and a of the Apple tea. Ali made a couple of special dishes including an eggplant dish and home made hot Halvah for desert. It's amazing how small the world really is. My friends thought they knew the owner Ali but could not pinpoint from where. After talking for a while they realized they knew him from when he worked at another Turkish restaurant in Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn called Liman. It has since moved to Coney Island. Ali opened Bosporus Cafe Grill in Port Washington in 2014 and I'm am glad he took the risk to go out on his own. His business partner is the chef and is also a butcher. They've combined their talents to provide one of the best restaurants experiences you will ever have. I've been coming here for several years and it never gets old. I highly recommend them for great food, service and atmosphere. There's a lot to see in Port Washington and you can take a stroll by the water afterwards. read more

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This is a quaint Turkish/Mediterranean place to have a cozy meal, a family meal or a party. A drink at the bar is relaxing too! There were 2 interesting chandeliers made with colorful Blown glass bulbs that were eye catching. The wait staff was very friendly and willing to make recommendations. The pizza was unique. Salads Was tasty. Loved the hummus read more

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My wife and I got lunch here and everything was fresh and absolutely delicious. We share the babaganush, the lavas hollow bread, Bosphorus salad, chicken shish kebab and the beef shaslik. This will be added to my favorites list. We both also got the fig martini, which was good but not totally for me so I'd try a different drink the next time. Highly recommend! read more

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The real deal. Unassuming exterior, but attention to detail inside. Authentic food. A hidden gem! read more

Great food and service. Food is halal. Everything was brought out so quickly. They arrange the table so beautifully. Food is well seasoned and prepared. I cannot wait to try more the menu and order take out. The inside decor is modern and classy. read more

Great food great people. It's one of our favorites in Port Washington. Many fine meals there.

Picked up some takeout and was pleasantly surprised. They had a very reasonable lunch menu for Sunday afternoon and we got the lentil soup (fantastic, love it), the gyro cheesesteak sandwich (good, probably better in person), the Adana kebab lunch (my husband was raving about the skewer for 2 days), and the chicken wrap which I really enjoyed - tender pieces of chicken with cheese and veggies! They had the pistachio Halva dessert which I've been looking for and it was soooo good. Service was friendly as well! Will definitely be back! read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Bosphorus Gyro Cheese Steak Sandwhich - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

O almost forgot to mention, the stuffed graoe leaves are amazing and homemade! THE bread, oh man dont miss ordering that crazy delicious Turkis bread!! I have to say this is the best food in the region, a must try and bring your friends abd family!! You'll never regret it!!! 10/10!!!! read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

Turkish comfort food, like a whole afternoon of piping fresh lavash, hummus, baba ganoush, quinoa, spicy feta ... pide, washed down with a crisp Efes. With us being vegetarian this is our GO TO almost every time. And we also had enough room once to add in a falafel sammy. If you are a meat eater you also will not be disappointed ... friends and fam have never complained about it for sure, haha! The crew is very pro, polite, friendly. You're never rushed here - another biggy for a good stretch of comfort food day out in my book. Love coming back here at least once a year. Kick back, relax under their wicked lamps. Then I guess eventually head home. read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

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I was looking for a new place to take my husband for his birthday and hit the jackpot with Bosphorous Cafe! The decor is charming with fantastic lighting fixtures. I had a Cucumber Crisp for a beverage and it was amazing. And then the food came. Everything we ordered was fantastic. My husband had the lentil soup which was puréed and had a lovely flavor. We also had the gyro pide which was great. For our main course we shared the Fish and Chop and Mixed Grill. All the meat had amazing flavor and was so tender. We didn't have room for dessert, but hopefully next time. Special shout out to the great staff. One of the waitresses even ran out to the parking lot with our leftovers. Thanks for a great night! read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Gorgeous lighting fixture - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

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We've been coming here a long time, the food is incredibly good. The portions are large, my salmon kebab came with 8 massive pieces of salmon. Service is great, our waiter was so kind to our daughter and our waters were never empty. Music is fun but not too loud. Drinks are yummy. read more

What a hidden gem! Bosphorus Cafe Grill in Port Washington, NY blew us away--authentic Turkish flavors, warm atmosphere, and beautifully presented dishes. The Lamb Combo was perfectly seasoned and cooked to tender perfection--rich, flavorful, and satisfying. We absolutely loved the Bosphorus Salad--bright, fresh, and packed with bold, zesty flavors that danced on the palate. The Lava Bread is a must! Fun to eat, light as air, and simply addictive--don't miss it! Truly a special dining experience--delicious food, cozy vibe, and outstanding service. Can't wait to return! read more

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The freshest most consistently delicious Turkish/Mediterranean cuisine I've had on Long Island. Been coming here for about a year & have not ever been disappointed. Restaurant is clean & the inside is nicely decorated with beautiful lights & modern touches. There is bar, booth, table, & outdoor seating. Currently igloos but in the summer, tables & umbrellas. Menu is vast, portions are large, prices are fair (the lunch menu is slightly cheaper.) Ive had everything on the cold appetizer menu, eggplant is to die for, my favorite tabouleh, the fresh bread is a must for dipping. Turkish tea is an absolute must and if you save room for dessert you cant go wrong with any of their offerings. Beer, liquor, wine available. Service is amazing. Attentive, great at giving suggestions. Owner or manager is sweet & likes to ensure you have a great experience. Parking lot located in the back, not very big. Huge speed bump so if your car is very low, do not even attempt. Additional free street parking out front. read more

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Just discovered Bosphorus Cafe Grill, and I'm so glad I did! We had the authentic fried liver (so good!), delicious moussaka, perfect Turkish pizza, and a super fresh salad with perfectly grilled salmon--moist and flavorful, not dry at all like it often is elsewhere. Cetin was an excellent maître D, making us feel right at home and even putting on French music for us, which made the event extra special. I can't wait to go back and try more of their best dishes! This place is a real find for Mediterranean food lovers. read more

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Great Mediterranean spot. Lava bread is a must. Honestly all the food was well seasoned and cooked perfectly. Mixed grill with lamb ,and chicken varieties is great to sample. Service was quick and friendly but I felt a bit rushed when they asked if we were still enjoying our meal and they asked if we wanted to pack anything to go. Overall solid place for Mediterranean. read more

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we had a lovely lunch with excellent service . I had a falafel plate the falafel was fair. The chicken , was very good hummus , delish salad fresh and a delicious puffy bread i had heard about emThey also had a lovely Rose wine. read more

Went for late lunch (1:45) and only given dinner menu. Knew menu looked different from what I saw online but had never been there before. None of the lunch items were offered even when i asked the waiter about a gyro, I was directed to only the gyro platter for $28.95 and not the lunch gyro for $16.95 on the lunch menu. The pita bread is more like a quartered bagel. The food was very overpriced for lunch and not particularly flavorful or good. It was a disappointing experience. I would not go back or recommend. read more

Don't miss this restaurant. We loved it. My mom spent time in Turkey and said she hasn't tasted Turkish food this good since she was there years ago. read more

Beautiful Turkish / Mediterranean restaurant. Excellent food, service and beautiful interior. read more

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3.5 stars overall. Lovely spot for Turkish and Mediterranean style eats. Conveniently located near a few shopping plazas and they have parking! The front section normally for parking, is currently for the outdoor dining pods. There are a few four seaters but mainly the pods are made for two. They run snug. Restaurant said they have to be reserved but I didn't have an issue as I went early (6pm on a Friday) and they accommodated us. There are plenty of outdoor tables without the pod but we wanted to be away from the crowds. Saw so many pics of the recommended Lavas Hollow Bread. It is indeed a must try but it didn't come with anything. So we had to order dips/spreads separately (hummus and tzatziki) to accompany that. We ordered the zucchini cakes - skip. Not flavorful or memorable, just plain. For Entrees we had the lamb combo (comes with two types of lamb: Adana and Shish). The Adana was more tender and the shish was a little dry. But good flavors (spices) and the portion was good. And we tried the Fish Delight, which was St. Peter fish. The wait staff couldn't describe it well but we gathered it was filet and white fish. Again, a little on the dry side. My friend didn't care for it. Skipped dessert as it was early and I was on a mission to go somewhere else. We did get to see the inside (main dining room), at a quick glance it was nice and clean. Pretty lamps and fixtures. We came for the Turkish experience but left with mixed reviews. read more

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This is a great addition to the Port Washington culinary scene! We didn't do the outdoor dining but did takeout instead. The outdoor dining looked nice though and very popular. For the food, my favorites were the hummus and the baklava, so good! I wish the hummus came with pita instead of the bread but the bread was good. For the entrees we tried the salmon and shrimp. I liked how the shrimp came with grilled vegetables and were well seasoned. The salmon was a little dry and over cooked, and came with a sizeable salad. I wish they had more of a lemon garlic sauce option, as that is usually my go to at Mediterranean restaurants. Overall though it was very good! Will be back to try the chocolate baklava. read more

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Love this restaurant for its delicious food. Great for takeout. Filling but not heavy.

Had the chicken Adana kebab lunch special and it was great! As pictured the lunch option comes with one kebab over a bed of rice with sides, bread and sauce. When I arrived I was quickly helped, and the food was fresh! The ambiance is nice inside but I opted to take my food to go. If you are looking to try a new lunch special, I highly recommend this one! read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Lunch Pre-Fixe Menu Chicken Adana Kebab Lunch - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

Lamb Adana kebab is my go to! Simply the best! The people there are the sweetest. Whenever we go there they already know to whip out the ketchup for my nephew lol read more

I've ordered the chicken Adana, grilled branzino, Baba ganoush, sautéed Sonic's and baklava platter. The chicken was very dry, fish was not so fresh and the baklava was very dry and tasted stale. I don't think I'll order again read more

Courteous staff always sets the tone and each person was friendly and professional. Lots of dishes to choose from on their menu. I typically don't like Quinoa but this was delish! Falafels crips and tasty. Surf and Turf cooked perfectly. Whole Bronzino flavorful! Indoor and outdoor seating available. Will definitely visit again. read more

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I used to have good experience with Middle East food, but this one disappointed me a lot, the grill was so bad, the back side of the chicken was all black, the kebab was dried too. Also the waiters are rude with no smiles. Never go back. read more

This is a very good Turkish restaurant, with an abundance of choices to choose from, great service, and good wine highly recommended

Food was great; service was spectacular; and the ambiance was brilliant. Enjoyed the hallow bread with babaganoush!

Truthfully, I was a bit disappointed with Bosphorus. I came with my family for my dad's birthday so we ordered A LOT of food. Some dishes are better than others. For the appetizer I really liked the shepherd's salad. The fried liver cubes were tasteless and I think perhaps slightly spoiled, unsure. The fried zucchini was soggy, the hummus was pretty good, I didn't like the babaganouj, and the bread was good too. For my entree I had my favorite Turkish dish, iskender kebab. The portion was massive (can feed two people easily) and it was pretty good. I've had better, I've had worse. My dad had the lamb platter and he really liked it. I also liked the cabbage side and the rice that came with some of the entrees. We also ordered the regular fries and the Mediterranean fries for the table. Both were fine, regular fries were better. For our desserts we had the kunefe and the baklava sampler. I'm never a fan of baklava but the kunefe was good and I also tried apple tea for the first time which I enjoyed. Service is good, portions are large, I think you just need to know what to order because some the dishes are a hit or miss. read more

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I'm STILL dreaming about this place. Wondering how many times a week is too many times to visit this place. I don't even know where to begin... I guess I'll start with the ambience. We sat outdoors and it was so beautiful and relaxing. Such a nice patio vibe, and all shaded, which was perfect. We started off with the mixed appetizer platter, where we got to choose 4 cold appetizers. We got the hummus spread, babaganoush spread, spicy feta spread, and an eggplant with tomato sauce spread. We also ordered the hollow bread to eat with. It was SO tasty. We kept trying to choose our favorite spread, but they were all so good that we couldn't even choose. Even after we finished the bread, we ate the spreads with our spoons because that's how good they were. For the main course, we ordered the chicken pide and the lamb kebab platter. The chicken pide was really tasty. It was like a pizza but with chicken and Mediterranean spices. The lamb kebab platter was also really delicious. Lamb was perfect cooked, and the assorted of pickled vegetables and salad on the side was great. Last but not least, the rice served with the lamb was SO tasty. For dessert, we had some of the best baklava I have ever had!!! Cannot wait to come back here!!! read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Outside - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

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First time here and I'm very impressed. Best Turkish I have ever had in awhile. So flavorful and perfectly seasoned. Meat was well cooked and so juicy. I'm drooling as I'm writing this review! I can't wait to go back!!! If it wasn't so far for me then best believe I'll be here every weekend. Definitely worth taking the trip once in awhile. Service was great and a very upscale environment. Looking forward to trying different dishes. read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Chicken Combo - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

Truly amazing food and great ambience. We went for a late snack, but I would gladly go again in the near future to experience the full dinner menu. read more

The staff at this restaurant are rude, confrontational and dressed like they were pulled off the street. I don't know what kind of establishment this is, but I wouldn't spend a sense of if I were anyone read more

I had a recent, solid delivery experience with Bosphorus. It seems that Mediterranean food in this area is pricier than I remember, but for the taste, this spot is definitely a good choice. We got the Muska Borek to start; we liked the flavors, though it was kind of a small portion for the price. We also both got lamb mains, the lamb adana ($25) and lamb combo ($25), which includes a piece of the adana. We both agreed that the adana was the better of the two lamb choices in terms of juiciness and flavor. The rice was good, sure, but I wish there had been a little something else instead of so much rice filler. That being said, I'm going to keep my rating at 4 since the flavors were really good. read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Muska Borek ($9.50, delivery) - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

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Beautiful restaurant. The food is excellent, and service is great. We have also hosted a lunch party here and it was a fantastic experience with management and staff accommodating all our needs and providing exceptional service. read more

Have come here a few times now and I'm a huge fan of the food and the customer service! This most recent visit during covid, the staff had carefully spaced out tables so as not to be uncomfortable for anyone, which we appreciated! We ordered the mixed appetizer plate, with their Haydari, baba ganoush, hummus, and tabbouleh, which was amazing! We ordered it with their famous puffed pita, which was to die for! For mains, we ordered the salmon, mixed chicken grill, and the lamb. Everything was portioned perfectly and cooked just the way we like!! For dessert we got baklava and the waiter was so so sweet to make me some fresh mint tea even though it's off menu! We had such a lovely time and I'll most certainly be back!! read more

Bosphorus Cafe Grill - Mixed Appetizer Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Port Washington, New York

They have the very cute bubbles for seating outside, and they clean them very well between guests. You're protected from the wind and cold, and exposure to other people. The food is good enough. The babaganoush is fine. The haydari (labne) is yummy, the Turkish zebra is good, the tabouli is okay. The falafel are garbanzo based, so just okay imo. The liver is very good. The special bread is thin, buttery and yummy. The house bread is very yummy with sesame and zatar seeds on it. The mixed grill: the lamb chop was perfection. The chicken adana was decent, the chicken kebab was fine, the lamb kebab was good, and the rice delicious, homemade decadence... the tahini sauce was spot on. The chicken pide was very cheesy, not worth it at all.. Good tea and delicious baklava... avoid the chocolate baklava ( the chocolate used is not good... read more

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It was a great experience being here with my wife for a date. The food was amazing and the costumer service exceptional. The lava Brad is a must! read more

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This was my second time here. Both times had friendly, attentive service. I chose the doner (lamb gyro) platter which came with seasoned jasmine rice, raw onions and julienned carrots. Flavorful and delicious- 4.5 stars. They have a selection of cocktails, wine and beer. Prices are fair for the high food quality and large portions. They have a parking lot adjacent to the restaurant. Free Turkish tea with Yelp check in. Heated outdoor and indoor seating available. The place was packed which is understandable as the food is excellent. read more

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