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    Cafe Istanbul

    4.2 (443 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Large Family Plate
    Ness S.

    I think this was my best visit in recent times. We were a large group and ordered two of their large family platters, which came with an assortment of appetizers and the main dinner came with a variety of kebabs and lamb chops. The dinner was fabulous. The meant was covered in a pita and remained hot and tender. Absolutely delicious.

    Courtney P.

    Amazing time at cafe Istanbul for lunch. We ate outside (4 seasons room) and it was so nice on the river. I got the lamb wrap with fries. And my spouse got the chicken curry. Both dishes were so good!! I can't wait to come back!!

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    Roumel G.

    Cafe Istanbul experience was superb. We ended up using their private room for my wife's birthday celebration. We ordered 2 Large platters for 15 people. Excellent idea especially for our family. Everything was just perfect.

    Lahana Sarma
    Tommy M.

    I came here with some friends and we had Ana amazing time. First and foremost the location and the building are just beautiful. It was so pretty in there and fit the vibes of Turkey very well. The server we had was Savannah and she was very nice and very knowledgeable about the menu, we had a great time there with her. The food was phenomenal. We all had great things to say about everything we ordered. And we had a nice dessert for my friends birthday. Overall it was an amazing time and we will be back!

    Shish Kebab
    Jessica M.

    My new favorite restaurant in Dublin!! The food is literally perfect. Simple food cooked extremely well. The bread with tomato oil is absolutely delicious. We ordered the shish kebabs and the doner kebab and it was fabulous. I am picky about lamb and it was out of this world yummy. The service was wonderful too with very attentive staff. The ambience is 10/10; we sat by their fireplace and because im always cold, this was wonderful. Perfect spot for a date night or a casual lunch, and there is a decent amount of parking available.

    Huseyin P.

    Cafe Istanbul was absolutely amazing. The food was full of flavor, fresh, and perfectly prepared, and everything tasted authentic and comforting. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it a great place to sit down and enjoy a meal. The staff was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be coming back.

    Lamb Chops
    Minji K.

    I was so excited to try Cafe Istanbul but sadly don't know if I'll try it again. They specialize in Turkish and middle eastern cuisine, and the restaurant was nicely decorated. The food itself was great- the lamb was tender with a char grilled flavor and the combo plate came with a huge assortment of grilled meat. However the service missed the mark because right after we were seated, our waiter disappeared and we were left waiting for over 30 minutes. When we finally flagged someone down, they did apologize the the service picked back up, but it was a very disappointing experience. The bread was one of my favorite parts of the meal. It looked like a bagel but had a softer texture and came with a flavored oil that was so good. The baba ganoush paired well with it too and I liked how it came with fresh veggies. They had a wide selection of drinks and the Turkish wine was perfect as someone who likes dry wine. I am glad I was finally able to try the restaurant as I had been eyeing it for a while and it is in such a scenic spot.

    Mousakka
    Tristan T.

    I knew this place was going to be good because the parking lot is literally always packed, but it still exceeded my expectations. The bread service was so soft and the dipping sauce was a savory delight. We had sigara borek for an appetizer and could not stop "yum"-ing our way through it. For entrees we had the chicken Adana kebab and the moussaka. It took a little while to get our entrees but like I said, it was busy and Saturday night plus we were really enjoying the view so it was not a problem at all. Everything was full of flavor, the meat was moist, the sauce on the moussaka was bursting with savory tomato flavor, and overall we simply loved everything. Highly recommend checking it out, and definitely make a reservation!

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    Amanda D.

    My family is Lebanese so I was alittle hesitant to try this because all families seem to make their heritage food alittle differently. I was afraid I wouldn't like any of it. We went with my aunt, who says it's amazing so we thought we would give it a try. The patio was amazing! The set up and the decor and the flowers. The view of the river. The weather was amazing. They had fans for airflow. It was beautiful. There were only 3 of us but we ordered enough food for an army! We wanted to try everything. Honestly everything was delicious. The service was great. The drinks were unique and delicious. The bread and tomato oil stuff they give you to start was really good. The hummus was delicious. The Sigara Borek were really good. Very crispy. Every dish we got was delicious. The meat was cooked perfectly, the rice was the best rice ever. I don't know what the flavor was, but it wasn't just plain white rice. The steak saute was one of my favorite things. The pistachio baklava was absolutely delicious. Best baklava I've ever had. We will definitely be back.

    Turkish delight
    Jeffrey B.

    Great attentive service with no rush attitude. Easy to fall in love with this place. Warm and welcoming. The staff is top notch. The ambiance is there to create a romantic experience. But the food never disappoints. I ordered the shepherds casserole. Wow! I'm one that has learned to finish your plate but there was no way that was going to happen. A must try is the 7 Hills cocktail. It's a Turkish delight which is a candy in vodka. I would highly recommend the Bovin Chardonnay. This place has easily become my second favorite place. They have earned their 5 stars. Keep up the great work staff! My compliments to the staff and chef.

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    Love the overall vibe and the food here but the meat was a little dry when I get it but the bread they give you is to die for.

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    Literally all three categories--food, service, ambiance--are excellent. I've been twice now and can't recommend this place highly enough.

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    The outdoor dining area is a site to see at sunset. Food and service is top notch. Went with another couple and enjoyed the evening.

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