We had our Sunday lunch at Istanbul Grill and loved it. We got here by noon and there was no wait. The food came out quickly and everything tasted great. Our server suggested ordering a few dishes and he would prepare a family platter as we were 6 in our party. The Doner kebab was our favorite and we loved the Pastrami Pide as an appetizer. The restaurant was decorated with authentic Turkish mosaics and art work. read more

Istanbul Grill - Iskender Kebab - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Istanbul was an average experience for me. There are very limited vegetarian options and I was sad to see that falafel sandwiches are only offered until 4pm. The only two entrees I could see were a falafel plate and a cheese pida for vegetarians. I opted for the the cheese pida and a salad as I felt like my dinner needed some vegetables. The salad was plain tasting consisting of a lemon based dressing and cubes of tomato, cucumber, bell pepper. The dressing was not strong and I wished it had more flavor. I took it home and added my own dressing from home the next day. It's unfortunate that they charge an additional $1.50 for feta cheese which would have elevated the salad flavor. The cheese pide was good and a very large portion size. I wish there were some vegetables added however. The dough was delicious. Istanbul grill does make good bread. The pita bread was also good, very soft, and tasted fresh. It was busy on a Saturday night. Decor is minimal inside and ambiance was family friendly. Most of the tables were families with children. I will note that the interior was on the warmer side for a November night. Overall likely would not return just because of limited vegetarian food. read more

Istanbul Grill - 45. Peynirli Pide -Cheese Pide - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Fresh baked bread when you sit with a good dipping sauce. I got the mixed kabobs and they were all juicy and tender. No sauce needed, very flavorful. The baklava is fresh made there as well. Drink refills are scarce so I was very thirsty the whole time. Great spot for food tho in rice village, parking is terrible since it's in rice village. read more

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I ordered one of my favorites here on Saturday night being the # 74, which is the Lamb Adana with rice n salad. Very delicious, very well-seasoned, definitely not too gamy and juicy with a little outer crisp, but mostly softness. The charbroiled, oniony and peppery notes stand out so well with such balance in the meat. The rice was moist, doughy and mild but tasty pairing very well with any meat here. The salad was tart and refreshing with nice, cool, red tomatoes. Plain bread is so boring imo, but the thick, toasty pita bread here is great with meals. Great, welcoming service. Along with both forms of the Adana kabobs here; the Doner, Manti and Turkish pizzas are other awesome dishes to heavily consider as well. I also need to check out a couple of their desserts I read on the menu, but haven't tried yet for future visits. Excellent Turkish Cuisine every time at I G. read more

Istanbul Grill - Fantastic Lamb Adana Meal (# 74) !!! - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Love this place! It's delicious and flavorful every time! Had the mixed appetizers with their fresh bread and it's more than enough for two to share. The service was 10/10 with a very attentive waiter. Can't wait to go back! read more

Istanbul Grill - Mixed appetizers - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Istanbul Grill is one of our go-to spots for a casual, satisfying weeknight meal. The falafel is always crispy and flavorful, and the fresh bread (not pictured!) is a highlight -- warm, soft, and perfectly seasoned with za'atar and olive oil. It disappears the moment it hits the table! We also had the cheese pide, which was rich, melty, and delicious. The chicken kabob is consistently juicy and well-seasoned. My only wish is that they offered a falafel rice platter -- that combo would be perfect. Still, it's a great spot with reliable flavors and friendly service. read more

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After all the times I've been to Rice Village, I don't know how I failed to notice this restaurant but I'm glad I came in and tried it. My partner and I came on a Saturday night and it was fairly quiet and empty, we were having a later dinner so we may have just gotten in late. Staff was friendly and our server in particular was super nice and checked in on us without being over bearing. He also let us know that the kitchen was baking fresh bread and asked if we'd want any (the obvious answer was yes). We ordered a couple appetizers along with a main each. All the appetizers were great and went so well with the bread. The bread was warm, fluffy, crisp from the oven, and delicious. I basically filled up on bread and zataar oil. The mezze we ordered was also excellent, with the eggplant soslu being my personal favorite. I got the meat pide and really liked the lamb filling, it was juicy and nicely spiced and the bread, again, was baked perfectly to hold it all. My partner got the lahmacun which had the same filling but wrapped in a lighter, thinner bread but still excellent all the same. Price wise, I'd say it was fair considering current inflation. We got quite a bit of food and had enough for a second meal, again, we did fill up quite a bit on bread as well so that helped. Overall, I'm glad to have found a Turkish spot that's not too far. Also great that its in Rice Village so there's the 2 hour free parking in the garage. read more

Istanbul Grill - 50. Kymal Pide -Meat Pide - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The ambiance was better than I expected--definitely on the more casual side, but it still had that cool café vibe. The outdoor covered patio was a nice bonus! Also, shoutout to the staff--the service was genuinely great. Now, onto the food: Turkish bread: So fluffy, so yummy. You could absolutely tell it was fresh. Warm, soft, and perfect for dipping--I could've eaten a whole basket. Ayran (yogurt drink): 0/10. I really don't recommend this one--consider yourself warned! Super salty and bitter. I'm usually into trying new things, and I typically like yogurt drinks, but this one was not it. I managed maybe three sips before I tapped out. Thankfully, the waiter didn't even charge me--she knew. Yogurtlu Tavuk Adana (chicken kebab): 9/10. The kebab was full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and paired beautifully with the tangy yogurt sauce and grilled tomatoes. I usually lean more toward shaved meats, but this still hit the spot. The spice level was chef's kiss. Overall, it's a cute little lunch spot with very limited parking--but honestly, the food makes the hassle worth it. read more

Istanbul Grill - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Istanbul Grill was so good that I had to write a review right away! Full disclosure, Mediterranean or food from that region isn't my go to. Don't get me wrong, I like the food, it's just not something I crave or seek out. I was invited on a little lunch date and happily obliged. I actually had this place bookmarked and have always wondered about it when I am out and about in Rice Village. I've had many a drinks next door. We came between lunch and dinner and the place was empty. They have just a few spots to park in front which we were able to snag. Otherwise, street or garage parking is the other option. We started off with one really nice young guy as our waiter and then it transitioned into two other young ladies. All of them did a great job and were super attentive and helpful. I stuck to what I know I like when it comes to this type of food. I got myself and iced tea to beat the summer heat, but my lunch date got Elma Cayi which is apple tea. I tried a sip and it tasted like I expected it to, hot apple juice. I actually liked it alot, but couldn't see myself getting it when it's hot out. For a starter, we went with the Yaprak Sarma or dolma as I know it as. Stuffed grape leaves is what it is and it was very good. I've had my fair share of this dish in my days and this was hands down the best I've had in Houston. It is served cold which again was nice on a hot day. It was stuffed with a very well seasoned rice mixture. It's a small dish but the grape leaves were stuffed solid and ate hearty. Other reviews mention their fresh out of a brick oven bread. This bread was addictive and so delicious. They bring it to you fresh out of the oven with olive oil. It goes with everything. Don't be shy to ask for more like we did. For mains, they have Turkish pizza, veggie entrees, grilled entrees and sandwiches. We decided to share the Mixed Grill. It came with an assortment of their kebabs and I believe some doner. It was served over a bed of rice and chick peas and salad. Everything about this dish was excellent. The meats were very well seasoned and cooked to perfection. Everything was tender and juicy. If I had to choose, I would say the chicken was my fave and it really stood out to me. When looking at the restaurant, I noticed they have the fresh meat displayed. Nothing is frozen. Love that! Usually the pilav (rice) is an afterthought at most places, but the rice too was delicious. We finished of our meal with their award winning rice pudding. It was a perfect way to end the meal. It was served cold. It had just the right amount of sweetness and had a good consistency to it. When it comes to this type of food, Istanbul Grill has moved to the top of my list. I will definitely be back! read more

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I've been coming here for over 20 years and they never fail to disappoint. The complimentary bread and dip is spot on and helps stave off the hunger before the delicious meal. My husband got lamb kebabs in a yogurt sauce and I got the kofte per usual. My meat was tender and well flavored and the salad had the right amount of dressing. Also the rice here was delicious. It had the right amount of butter and salt and I honestly could have eaten just that for dinner like a weirdo. Service was fast and fantastic and love the outdoor ish option where it's not too hot. They have designated parking spots in front of the restaurant too! read more

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A cozy spot with authentic and delicious Turkish food, especially the lamb kebabs. One of my friends grew up eating Middle Eastern food and says this food reminds him of what he ate in his childhood. Servers are attentive and kind. A place that's unique in ambience and hard to beat in cuisine! Dolma - very good, one of the best I've had in Houston. Patlican (eggplant) - amazing, especially with the bread they provide. Kuzu lamb - their best lamb kebabs, much better meat texture than the Adana kebab. Flavor is always amazing, and the rice is incredible. Rice pudding and triangle baklava - the cold pudding and the sweet warm baklava are a perfect pair. Finish off your meal with a Turkish tea for the perfect touch! I'll come back to this restaurant again and again. read more

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Still a solid place! We still can't have anything other than the Cheese/Egg Pide, bread, rice, dessert, and drinks so it is the only thing we get. Since my last review, we've added another member to the family... who has multiple food allergies. He can only have the rice, rice pudding dessert, and water/ayran (but he doesn't like the ayran). He's not as much of a fan, or perhaps it'll take multiple tries. However, my eldest LOVES the pide here. Positively in love with it. She goes through periods where she'll want it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - the carb fiend she is. The leftovers I used to get from my husband now go to her. We have dined in twice over the last few months as a result. The only new thing I have to report is I now find the egg pide superior to the regular cheese pide. It doesn't look too different at first glance but the cheese on top is a little fluffier/lighter and not as salty. They mix the egg into the cheese. I still wish each order of pide came with more slices of tomatoes (they only come with 2 each) and still order ayran to drink and şekerpare for dessert when I go. My eldest is also a fan of the şekerpare so I get to share that with her as well. We only get the complimentary bread and herbed dipping oil when we're in a larger group. I haven't stopped crossing my fingers that we'll be able to have more options on the menu that are healthier, but at this point, I'm sure it's just wishful thinking, haha. read more

Istanbul Grill - Egg pide in the front, cheese pide in the back. 48. Yumurtal Pide -Egg Pide 45. Peynirli Pide -Cheese Pide - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Istanbul grill is a hit and if you're looking for good Turkish food this is the place, place has a nice atmosphere and real good tentative and friendly service. You get started with complementary warm bread and dipping oil, I would recommend ordering from the appetizer menu eggplant dip/spread for the flatbread it's delicious and healthy and lots of flavor. there are few entrees I would recommend If you have kids and they don't eat this type of food i suggest ordering a pide (Turkish pizza) always a hit for my kiddies side it with chickpea rice. The falafel is excellent cook to perfection and such healthy option that gets you full. The kebabs are delicious I recommend the chicken and or beef, the kebab plates come with a refreshing salad and side of chickpea rice. Everything that I've had on this menu so far has been amazing, see my photos for reference. They do have some imported drinks like sodas they have Turkish version of sprite and Turkish version of orange fanta, they also have teas regular and apple and the coffee I recommend trying if your a coffee drinker it's strong and grainy. Baklava was great but the rice pudding that was charred on top to give it a crystallized crunch was amazing I highly recommend this dessert. The only thing I dislike is that this place barely has no parking about 6 spots minimum everything else is all street parking which are metered so good luck on busy days you may have to park a block or two or maybe park at the parking garage across the street. I recommend this place if you're looking for some good Turkish food. read more

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We went there on Friday night that wasn't that busy. The place was ok nothing crazy about the decorations. Since I have been in Turkey several times I knew the foods. So hobby and I ordered Skender kabab and Adena kebab. I liked mine it was really tasty just the yogurt was sour but hobby didn't like his Adena he says he had better Adena before. All in all, it was not bad experience but I don't think that I'll back. read more

Istanbul Grill - 80. skender Kebab - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This was AMAZING I came here for an anniversary with my family and we all loved our food! 10 stars for the bald waiter with the good mustache I need to give a special mention to the blaklava, it was so so delicious and I HIGHLY recommend ordering. so yummm read more

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10/10 location loved the food, Zoaib's looking fine, beautiful parking lot lovely taste of Istanbul read more

Istanbul Grill - 10/10 would go again - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went to @istanbulgrillhouston, and honestly the best Turkish Food I have had since I had it in Turkiye. nice restaurant, with a great atmosphere and service. And now for the food, we ordered the Iskendar Kabab, Adana Kabab (Chicken and Lamb), Hummus, Lentil Soup, and Pastrami Pide, and yes we were hungry lol. honestly I cannot say anything negative about any of the items we tried. first off one of my alltime favorite items is Iskender Kabab, the combination of Doner, butter, yogurt, bread and tomato sauce just goes so well together. also the Pide was really good especially with the Pastrami. Overall definitely enjoyed it, and will be back for more. read more

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This is one of our favorite places to eat when we drive into the city from Kingwood, often we stop here after visiting the museums or zoo nearby. The food is so good and reminds us of our trips in the past to Istanbul. You can sit in the main restaurant or outside in the covered patio which is air conditioned or heated depending on the time of year. We always get a variety of dishes or meze and then something like the kebabs which are so good. read more

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Food was delicious flavorful with good ingredients bustling with flavor service was great inside was very good but I have a little complain about the quantity the plate it was not enough even though the food quality and the quantity was decent, but I think it wasn't enough in a plate. Another thing we ordered chop. It was $32 but only four pieces that was too expensive. I guess it was in a very high-end neighborhood but overall everybody should try that I enjoyed it thoroughly. read more

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The best Mediterranean restaurant I've eaten at in a long long time. The salad was fresh and tasty. The dolmas were perfect. Hummus was garlicky and super flavorful and Our chicken kabobs were tender and seasoned to perfection. Each dish was simply amazing. Service was amazing. read more

Istanbul Grill - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Was in the area at lunch so decided to try it out. Cute little place was super clean and the staff was really pleasant. Food was taste. Not a fan of the dipping oil with the bread. No sweet tea? It's Houston why wouldn't you offer sweet tea. I'd go back if someone i was with wanted to try it...on my own probably not. Other places just as good. read more

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This is one of my favorite Turkish restaurants in Houston! Went there for the second time and wasn't disappointed again! Love the food here it's so authentic and delicious we ordered kofte kebab and mixed grill plate they come with rice and house salad 10/10 The mixed grill plate has 1 chicken adna kebab, 1 beef adna kebab, few pieces of tender beef and gyro. The kofte kebab is a mix of beef and lamb patties. The service is good and the ambiance is really nice they have indoor and outdoor seating with dedicated parking spots. You can double park here as well! For the outdoor seating, they have the area covered so even if you go in the day it's nice and cool. Would definitely recommend this place if you're looking to have Turkish food. read more

Istanbul Grill - 79. Mixed Grill - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Love this Mediterranean restaurant with the delicious pita and hummus.Decided to order some takeout sandwiches with chicken kabobs and pita with hummus for an improntu picnic at the park Nature trail across from Memorial Park. Service was fast and although limited parking we could tell this place gets busy and has been here for years in Rice Village area. read more

I've been let down by many Rice Village based eateries, but Istanbul Grill is one of the few that gets high marks for their quality food and warm customer service. They get my full endorsement as a bonafide spot in the neighborhood and is one of the better Turkish options in the loop. They've done a good job with their space, going from a miniscule dining area to one of the more busy scenes in the neighborhood. The have expanded the tables accommodate a number of people and have a bustling staff to help handle the crowd during their busiest times. Both lunch and dinner can have a wait, but lately I've been able to get seated right away. I don't know if I've had a better chicken kebab. The meat is incredibly tender and well seasoned. Out of all the dishes, this is the one where I can't stop savoring every bite and it quickly gets gobbled up anytime I'm eating in a group. The rice pilaf is wonderful and goes perfectly with their pirzola (lamb chop) and their eggplant. Most of the food is extremely filling and their falafel is very tasty. Their lahmacun and pide is a must order. One major downside is that it's very pricey. A mixed grill is $24 and while the portions are solid, the pricetags are hard to justify for much of the menu's options despite the obvious foodflation. Parking is almost limited to only a handful of spots out front, I would recommend street parking or take advantage of the free garage parking in the lot across the street. read more

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We ordered the pizza and Lamb Chops! The cheese pizza and the #46 pepperoni pizza to be exact! They brought bread for dipping and we were grateful because we were starving! The bread was fluffy and hot and the dipping oil had just the right amount of sesame seeds to give it a mild tanginess.The Lamb chops were tender and juicy! The rice was lightly seasoned and the cheese on the pizza was incredible! read more

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The food was amazing and the service was the best! Our server Sydney was super sweet and even read our fortune at the end. I recommend the beef kebab and the tavuk Adana. You also need to try the Sekerpare and traditional Turkish coffee! Once again our server Sydney was amazing and truly made this experience remarkable! We will be back! read more

Istanbul Grill - The avuk 75. Tavuk (Chicken) Adana Kebab - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

For the price and the quality of the dishes you get at Istanbul Grill, I urge you not to underestimate this long-time Rice Village spot. It's a little dive-y, and a whole lot of deliciousness. You can get dishes here you just can't elsewhere in Houston. You won't regret basically anything you order here. The parking is good, and being in Rice Village, there is always access to a free 2hour parking garage right across the road. It's a super casual spot, so I recommend this for any lunch or snack time, where the vibe is shorts and a t-shirt. No one cares what you look like. Get some kebab and baklava and enjoy. Now the service was also casual. It won't be the quickest experience of your life but it will be worth it. Their baklava is always fresh, and absolutely pristinely picture-perfect. Gotta get a bit of that! read more

Istanbul Grill - 54. Adana Sandwich - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Service: I asked for recommendations and the waiter gave good options for all types of dishes. I got the food and paid the bill in a timely manner. The waiter gave me complementary Turkish chai to eat with my baklava. Ambiance: It's old school 90s with old turkish decor, not trendy with neon lights like everything else in rice village. Good amount of customers on Saturday around 2:30pm. The price was pretty good for lunch (around $17 for everything including a dessert). Food: Complementary bread was soft and fluffy. The sesame seeds add a good subtle crunch and flavor. The olive oil itself is aromatic and savory, but personally could use a touch more salt and/or acid. The lentil soup was earthy and homey. It was a bit bland at first, but if you squeeze the complimentary lemon in the soup, it adds additional acidity that balances out the other flavors. The turkish pizza, specifically the #41 (Lahmacun) on the menu was delicious. The topping was ground lamb and diced vegetables, which were seasoned well. It gave salty, meaty, and earthy flavors. This was complemented with the crispy texture of the dough itself, making this a well balanced dish. The side of vegetable/salad was well dressed in a vinaigrette and balanced the saltiness with bites of acidity. Baklava: The pastry was well made. It was crunchy, light, not too sweet, and had a subtle pistachio flavor. Sorry, I ate all of it before I realized I forgot to take a picture of it. Turkish tea: It was good, hot tea. The pure tea flavor was there and not watered down. It went well with the baklava. Overall, a very good experience. I would come back and order everything I had again. Though, I would also like to try other things in their menu like their kebab platters. read more

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My friend and I came here for the first time around lunch time. First off all, I must say, for a quiet hole in the wall place around the West University area, it is surprisingly authenic and affordable! I am a sucker for places that are quieter, lesser known, and are of ethnic minority backgrounds. We ordered the eggplant appetizer (which is surprisingly sweet, which is an unexpected twist from most eggplant dishes), falafel, and lamb flatbread pizza. All dishes were excellent, served with sides of salad and bread. My friend and I found service to be both quick and friendly, our food arriving impressively quick, and the food both tasteful and delicious. The falafel seemed very fresh, crispy on the outside hot when served. For anyone in the local area who is looking for an affordable experience and would like to experiment with new cuisine and flavors, I would definitely recommend! read more

Istanbul Grill - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great service. Lamb Kebobs are excellent. The bread is excellent. We enjoyed the humus and eggplant appetizers. Our dessert preference was the walnut baklava over the rice pudding and cookie. Gracious and attentive service during a busy time. read more

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The food was good however when we got the check that was a different story. Had a party of 7. 3 couples and me. We asked to split the check by the couples and then mine. I have NEVER had this happen before and I mean NEVER. The waitress split the total check by 4 evenly not by what each person had! So my one meal was way more money than what my meal was. She didn't offer to redo anything and she wasn't willing to get the manager. She said well I could get the manager... no you do get the manger! Manger never came. I'm still in shock this happened. read more

My first time here and visited with some family who love this spot. A decent sized dining area split and with outdoor seating. Parking can be tricky as they have a small lot and once full street parking is available. We arrived on a Thursday around 12:30 and were seated immediately-they were semi busy. We started with their Turkish tea (Cay) delicious -no sugar needed. (A Pot is the way to go if you have more than 2 in your party). We also got complimentary Pita with sauce (Chimichurri) style. For starter, it was the #46 Turkish Pizza. (Could've easily been an entree). Amazing Flatbread like nothing I've had before. Beef Pepperoni (Halal) was tasty and that pita crust-oooh! Didn't want this one to end! We shared a couple of entrees. Large Shepherd (Coban) Salad -fresh veggies topped with a mountain of Feta. Paired well with the Mixed Grill-perfectly grilled kabob beef, Doner and Chicken. For 3 of us, this was more than enough food. Service was friendly and attentive from beginning to end with the owner coming over to check on our experience. Now on the list of must visits when in H-Town! read more

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I've been coming here for lunch and dinner for years. It's the best Turkish food around in my opinion. They updated the decor a year or so ago, so the place is nice, bright, and comfortable. The servers are all super attentive and friendly but not intrusive. They have a covered and enclosed patio which makes it comfortable to eat outside. I typically order the Iskender kabab, which is lamb/beef gyro over cubed pideh (pita) with yogurt and tomato based sauce. The grilled lamb chop plate is really good too. Another favorite of my SO and me is the apple tea - which... Might just be warmed apple juice? But I don't care, there's something about it we just love. Oh, and they have complimentary pideh and herbed oil appetizer too. The only issue is the parking. It's across Morningside from Rice village, and they do have a parking lot for 6 cars, but customers will park behind you and block you in. My advice? Don't be lazy, park in the parking garage across the street (2 hour free parking), and walk maybe 100yds to the restaurant. Anyway this place is amazing and they are open every day except MONDAY. read more

Food was too good I forgot to take a picture. Service was very good and sitting in the patio felt so refreshing and relaxing to eat my food. Can't wait to come back! read more

My husband and I visited Istanbul Grill for a casual dinner earlier this summer. We loved that the covered patio reminded us of the restaurants we visited while in a coastal town outside of Athens, Greece. We ate some complimentary bread as we reminisced on our Mediterranean adventures and waited for our meal. We shared the Doner Kebab and the falafel plate, which were so tasty that we demolished them before any photos could be taken. At the end of our dinner, our waiter brought some mint tea that paired perfectly with the baklava we ordered. The simple atmosphere and quality food at a great value will keep us coming back! read more

I LOVE LOVE LOVE ISTANBUL GRILL!!! Not only is it a great spot for vegans, but it's an incredible spot for meat eaters as well! Perfectly hand crafted fresh Turkish cuisine right in the comfort of Rice village! Don't even get me started on the owner, he will come to your table and make sure everything is great and will not leave until it is! The pastries when you walk in, the tandoor with bread, the kabobs, it's all visible and it's all beautiful. Order the Lahmacun! Bring your friends, your girlfriend, your parents, take them to Turkey! read more

Istanbul Grill - The rice pudding was that good. - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Delicious Turkish/Mediterranean Food Everything tasted fresh! Quick service! Great outdoor seatings! read more

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I went here with some friends on a Thursday and it was great! The hummus was delicious and the pricing was great. It was very creamy. The bread with it was delicious! For dinner, I got the Yumurtal Pide Pizza. The bread was really great, but the egg was not a prominent flavor (it is egg and mozzarella). It tasted more like a cheese stick than I was expecting since the cheese was so overpowering. Despite this, the other food I tried and the hummus were so great, so it was overall a good experience. The restaurant inside was unassuming but made for a great atmosphere, and the food was priced very fairly and affordable. The service was very attentive as well! Great place! read more

Istanbul Grill - 48. Yumurtal Pide Pizza - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

Delicious Turkish food in Rice Village. The food was so fresh and healthy. We got one chicken plate, one lamb and a cookie. My girlfriend and I each got one chicken and one lamb. I preferred the lamb. It had a nice Smokey taste to it. The chicken was good as well, very fresh and good quality meat. We finished off with a cookie, it was amazing. They keep the fresh ingredients in a fridge in the main dining area. It's not extremely cold in here like other places but it's cool enough and well ventilated. Highly recommended and will most definitely return. read more

Istanbul Grill - Fresh ingredients - Turkish Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food is incredible and in this weather, the patio is fantastic. There was a minor issue with service as our server seemed frequently unavailable. And there was a super obnoxious man who came to pick up a to-go order who was very loud, clearly trying to flirt with the hostess, who was doing her best to be polite but was clearly not comfortable. I understand treating customers well but at the very least, one of the male employees should have dpotted her as he kept finding ways to extend his stay ("Oh, I forgot to order x" happened more than once). Let me also say this, the combination of bitter Turkish coffee alternated with bites of the exquisitely creamy and sweet rice pudding is something everyone should experience. Just out of this world. read more

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