Overall a great find! We were in the area and feeling adventurous, so we took a chance. So glad we did!! Started with lavash bread with hummus and babaganoosh. Absolutely delicious. The sesame flavor of bud bread was perfect. We tried beef adnan which was a bit spicy and delicious on jasmine rice with pickled cabbage on the side. We also tried a meat and cheese pie that was fantastic Dessert was a crispy cheese and honey plate with crushed pistachios, as well as Turkish coffee. We love the food!! Interesting and cute decor with attentive service. Will definitely return soon. read more

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Overall this place was great. Very authentic food and friendly service. The waiter took time to educate us on good options and how to eat things. We got the mixed grill platter (4 kebabs and lots of food) and the Turkish pizza thing (I forget the name). Both were absolutely delish and my son liked it too. Would have given them 5 stars if they would have been a little bit more accommodating for my son who wanted a wrap. They serve them at lunch, I offered to pay more to have the kitchen do it but the server just said he wouldn't do it (he never asked kitchen). Putting meat in a wrap... Its in a strip mall/plaza sort of place, not fancy but definitely a sit down. Lots of booths and tables. I would be back. read more

Istanbul Grill - Mixed Grill platter - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Everything we ordered was honestly fantastic. The lava bread came out warm and smelled incredible, the hummus was super smooth, and the Danora wrap was packed with flavor. We ended the meal with Baklava, Künefe, and a really good coffee all of it fresh, hot, and absolutely delicious. And I have to mention our server, Lima. She was so kind, attentive, and just genuinely enjoyable to talk to. She made the whole experience feel even better. read more

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The food was absolutely delicious and perfectly made. I ordered the mixed chicken/steak/spicy beef over a bed of rice and salad. Everything was superb tasting. The chicken, which surprised me, was juicy and tender. The steak had just the right amount of pink in the middle and the spicy minced beef stole the show. The wait staff was friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the availability of condiments at the table to enhance my dish. Authentic Turkish atmosphere. I will definitely return when I'm back in the area. read more

Istanbul Grill - Chicken, steak, and spicy minced beef - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Amazing food, service and cute place with great family owned vibes. Everything we had was delicious and the portions are generous! I would definitely come back. Rayan was a fantastic server! read more

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First time here. We had the Vegetable Saute Very good. Use their bottled seasoning to get a real authentic taste. Grilled Fish (Wild Alaskan Salmon) slightly dry but good. Red Lentil Soup (Make sure to add some Lemon!) Very good. Maha was our server and did a Great Job. Thanks guys we'll be back soon! Oh! And one more thing! We got the Spinach Pide to go! It was awesome! read more

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I knew I wanted to eat here when I saw the lava hot bread in the photos and it did not disappoint. It was a great combination with the mixed appetizer even before our main meals which was also very delicious as expected with their promise. My friend tried the strong Turkish coffee and it came with a little cube dessert and it was really refreshing and a great side to the coffee. The dessert Kunefe also stood out i've never had a dessert like it. it was like a toasted coconut shavings immersed in cheese and honey. It was warm and surprisingly not too sweet. It was so good and perfect to share for two. I'm gonna dream about that dessert for a long while. read more

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First time time and I will be coming back. The lentil soup was delicious and great size and price. Hummus was very tasty and good portion. Lavas bread that was amazing! Service was excellent when we got there they were super busy with no tables available inside so we said we will seat outside, we got the menus and few minutes later the manager came back and said there was a table available inside and asked if we still wanted to be seated inside we said yes, so they sat us inside. All the waiters were very friendly. The place is not too loud you can have a normal conversation without yelling, decoration is really nice and the ceiling lamps are beautiful. Prices are very reasonable. read more

Istanbul Grill - Red lentil soup, hummus and lavas bread. - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Excellent food, generous portions, and friendly service. Everything was fresh and full of flavour. I'd happily visit Istanbul Grill again!

We were staying in the area at a hotel and was looking for something different to eat and yelp for the win with Istanbul grill. We were promptly seated and the servers were very attentive throughout our whole dining experience We started with the dip tray and lavash bread All the dips were absolutely amazing. Great flavor and the red one should be sold in a jar it's so good. The bread we ended up ordering a second one. It comes out hot and fresh and puffed up. Just poke the center when it comes out. Just watch for the steam We chose the mixed grill of meat. Everything was flavorful and tender. The rice with the hot sauce on table was good as well. It's plenty for 2 people to share The restaurant is a cute little place with lots of beautiful decor. They were fairly busy however it still felt intimate. I can't wait to come back for a visit and go here again. read more

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Do you have a group of people to feed? Do you want a yummy family style meal but don't have the time to cook? Then you're in for a real treat. A This review is based on my take out order. We ordered the Istanbul Mixed Grill that feeds 4 people. It included 2 chicken adana, 2 lamb kofte,2 chicken shish 1 lamb adana, 1 beef adana, 1 beef shish, served with basmati rice and a salad. When they said it serves 4 people... they weren't kidding. The meats were so tender and flavorful and the rice was pillowy soft. The four of us tried to eat it all in one sitting but we couldn't. It was so much food we ended up with leftovers for days. I'd order from here again for my next out of towner guests. read more

Soooo good. Left the airport looking for some good food. Found reviews for this place and had to check it out. We got the mixed appetizer and a lavas bread. And followed that with the family platter mixed grill and loved everything. Especially the beef adana. So savory. I forgot to get a picture of the giant platter of meat on a bed of rice with salad and adornments. We were already digging in! Our server was so nice and helpful. We will definitely return when we are back in town!!! read more

Istanbul Grill - Lavas Hot Bread - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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This place is so authentic, it felt like we flew to Istanbul just to have lunch. Its a local restaurant, there were no other tourists, Seems like a go-to spot for the local Middle Eastern crowd, adding to the vibrant, authentic atmosphere. The staff is very friendly and attentive. They offer a wide selection of dishes, it was hard to choose from the great menu. The food was absolutly amazing! We tried their lentil soup with hot lavas hot bread, a must to try! I had lamb chop with their fresh delicious salad, so delicious! My husband had the lamb schank with rice. We also enjoyed the home made pomegrante lemonade, it was very good.. We will be back for sure. A great place to try! You can thank me later! read more

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Lovely place for lunch. The food was delicious and the service outstanding. It's in a large strip mall filled with international restaurants and a large market featuring products from around the Mediterranean read more

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WOW! spent the entire time here saying "mmmmmm" after every bite. the service from each staff member was exceptional! they were kind, compassionate, caring, and really knowledgeable about every item on the menu. they were more than happy to help us when we had any questions as some of our larger party were new this type of food. now, back home in California and still dreaming of this meal a week later! cannot wait to return! read more

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This is a diamond in the rough. The food here is delicious and authentic. We ordered some apps larvas, hummus, baba ghanoush, and falafel. We have had various plates like lamb chops, lamb shank, and lamb shish. read more

The best Turkish food I think I've had in this country. We got a family platter and it was delicious. Do not miss the baklava. It is amazing. I really can not give it high enough praises. Five stars read more

Love the food here. Tasty and delicious. The only thing is the rice quantity isn't a lot. Definitely try their lavash bread. Good food read more

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In Orlando and trying to find a place to eat that was not the run of the mill tourist trap restaurants. Found this place and thanks to other yelpers who have dined here, we decided to give this place a try. We did not have a reservation but we were seated immediately. We ordered the "Pick Two" appetizers of hummus and ezme; Chicken shish, lavas (hot bread) and the special beef adana. The sign posted in the restaurant claims that they use grass fed beef. The quality of the meat was high and the food was delicious. The ezme was spicy but was a nice spiciness and with the lavas bread it was just divine! My favorite appetizer for sure. The hummus was good but the Ezme was so much better. The lavas bread was definitely worth ordering- it came out as a big ballon and slowly deflated into this soft and wonderful bread. The chicken shish and beef adana were delicious too. Came with a side salad and rice. The rice was really flavorful. Service was great - they were inconspicuous and may seem aloof to some diners (per some reviews) but if you were to ask for something, they were on it! They were not hovering over you - which I prefer. Our server was helpful in suggesting some entrees and efficient. This is more of a local resident hangout - quite a number of Middle Eastern customers not many tourists. Would definitely recommend this place and I would come back again the next time I'm in Orlando. It's in my favorite places to dine in Orlando list! read more

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KUDOS to the staff for providing supreme quality customer service! I ordered moussaka for $14.95 and it was delicious! The ambiance is quiet ! I highly recommend all to come and visit to support this local business! read more

Stopped in for lunch at Istanbul Grill and was seriously impressed. The place has a cozy, welcoming vibe, and the food? Absolutely on point. We tried both the chicken and beef kebabs-juicy, flavorful, and grilled just right. The hummus was creamy and smooth, perfect with their hot, puffy lava bread (which is basically reason enough to go). We finished with the kunefe, which came out warm and crispy with that gooey cheese center-so good. You can really taste the freshness in everything. Definitely coming back! read more

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Good food in Orlando. We grabbed this before heading out for our flight - it was a good meal and nice portions too. Menu is quite simple enough to choose from. Additionally, the server helped us decide based on the most popular menu items. read more

Istanbul Grill - Good food! - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Food: my family and I have been here several times now and it's one of our favorites by far! Soner treats us like family each and every time and the food is incredible. Service: On point always and filled with laughter and great conversation. No rush through this dinner. Enjoy at your own pace. Ambience: Not a sparkling new space but who cares if the experience is a 10 of 10 each and every time. A MUST VISIT!!! Cya soon Soner and Team. Cheers! read more

Nice atmosphere, Good service, and most of all their food is tasty. Their review of being of one the best Mediterranean restaurant attest to its customers read more

Istanbul Grill - Chicken Adana Lunch and House Special Beef Adana - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

First time here and so glad we found it. We stumbled upon Istanbul Grill while searching Yelp and the great reviews led us straight to a fantastic meal. We ordered the chicken shish and the beef Adana, along with lavas bread and hummus to start. I honestly couldn't tell if I was just really hungry or if the food was truly that good, but no, this place is just amazing. Everything was flavorful, perfectly cooked, and clearly made with care. The hot sauce deserves a special mention: not the spiciest, but incredibly rich and flavorful, exactly how it should be. Please do yourself a favor and stop by. Support this local gem. You won't regret it. read more

Istanbul Grill - Chicken shish and Adana beef - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Visiting for a wrestling tournament and tried Istanbul Grill last night. We were delightfully surprised and really enjoyed our evening! The food was fantastic and the staff was attentive and kind! Highly recommend. Dinner included: red lentil soup, lahmajoun (Turkish pizza), lavas hot bread and chicken shish. Kunefe and Turkish coffee for dessert. read more

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recently dined at Istambul Grill and had a wonderful experience. I started with their hummus, which was creamy, rich in flavor, and perfectly complemented by a drizzle of olive oil. For the main course, I ordered the lamb shank with rice--it was tender, flavorful, and beautifully seasoned. The service was warm and attentive throughout the meal. The ambiance is casual and family‑oriented, making it a great spot to bring kids or enjoy a relaxed dinner with loved ones. Overall, Istambul Grill offers delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere that I'd definitely recommend. read more

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First time at Istanbull, would give 2 stars if the guy weren't working. Unfriendly staff ( beside the guy). No one come back to fill our drinks (refills). Servers using esrpods never paid attention that we were trying to order more (beside the guy). Food was ok tough, nothing special but good. Bathroom wasn't flushing. Ambience isn't fashion but doesn't matter for me. read more

Istanbul Grill - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The food was good, chicken had a lot of the flavor condiment and it was very juicy wish it was more grilled than steamed. The hummus was so good I wanted more. Almost got a 5 start but went down one because there were a lot of employees yet no one refilled my drink. They kept passing by and no drink refill even after asking for one. Other than that all was great clean food delicious read more

Istanbul Grill - Hummus - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I loved the mixed appetizer; it was full of flavor and paired perfectly with the lavash bread. The meat was tender and delicious. read more

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Came to this place with family we order from lunch menu and they charge us diners prices even we order from the lunch menu side , when bill came all our food came dinner price and they didn't want to fix our bill they said we all ready eat , so how customer are supposed to know if the server do not explain to client, very bad customer service read more

Authentic. I'm in the area for a conference and was brought here by my sales rep for a taste of his upbringing. I was amazed at the quality of the selections, the attention of the staff, and the fact that I was the only tourist in the place. You will not be disappointed. Incredible. read more

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My fellow Yelpers there's a reason this amazing local spot has 4.6 stars with close to 400 reviews. Family and I literally just found Istanbul Grill while looking for a bite to eat. We were starving! So of course I pulled up my trusty handy dandy Yelp app and Bam!...Istanbul Grill was a mere 1.2 miles away. Upon walking in we were greeted quickly, sat down and within just a few minutes our order was taken. Within what felt like just a few minutes later they served us the tastiest Turkish appetizer platter complemented by the absolute most delicious Lavas I've ever had. I honestly can't tell you which of the cold apps was better??? The ezme, hummus, tabouli, baba ganoush, and cacik ALL were just simply heart warming and soul filling...Did I mention the Lavas?? Uh...so buenisimo. And just before we finished licking our fingers and fighting over the last piece of lavas viola; a rather large plate of Turkish food goodness that seemed to weigh more than a Man vs Food challenge plate was delivered and it looked impressive to say the least. We quickly dove in diviing up the meats amongst us - all equal shares of chicken lamb, and beef adana, chicken and beef shish, lamb kofte all perfectly grilled to perfection laying on a pillowy bed of basmati rice and adorned with cabbage and lettuce. WOW!!! Did we just teleport to Kusadasi Turkey??? We dug in and suddenly our table became silent as we all concentrated on the feast before us. And dessert...one word Künefe - nuff said Well...the votes are in, tallied and it's unanimous no more BosForUs that's for sure! Istanbul Grill well back soon and until then keep doing your thing... read more

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Food is amazing. Ambiance is top tier. The service is amazing, everyone is extremely attentive.

Istanbul Grill is one of my favorite Turkish spots in Orlando! The mixed grill is definitely the star of the show, perfect for sharing with a big family. The appetizers are great too, and everything is super filling. read more

Istanbul Grill - Mixed Appetizer - Turkish Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I wanted to order a carryout on a Saturday evening, so I called Istanbul Grill to discuss choices and order food. The call was answered by an automated service that seemed determined to not let me talk to anyone. Over and over it told me I must order online. It texted me the link to the clover app for ordering. I placed the order with the app which told me pick up would be in 25 minutes. Then the odyssey began. I got a call from a phone number without caller id. I called back and was told Istanbul Grill is backed up and it would take an extra 20-30 minutes. So I arrived at the restaurant 1 hour after ordering and was told they had no idea when the order would be ready. I finally got my order about 1 hour 45 minutes after placing the order. While I understand they are trying to eliminate staff to take and track orders, the whole process and extra wait makes it worse since there doesn't seem to be any feedback to Clover about extra time required. Once I finally got the food and took it home, we enjoyed every bit of it. The baba and lavas was fantastic and the lahmacun was good. I considered ordering family platters, but did not because they all contained chicken. I ordered lamb based dinners which were also great. A single dinner is enough for 2 adults in our experience. I observed most tables were taking home food. So overall food was great. Ordering and pickup were quite bad. read more

Wife and I ordered the mixed appetizer and it was delicious and filling. Comes with pita bread. Also had the lamb Adonna and it was just as good as Bosphorus as a lower price. read more

The food is delicious and staff are very friendly. it's a perfect place to have a good meal read more

We stopped three times. Each time the Turkish coffee got better and better. Lamb Kofta and the Choban salad were the stars on this menu. This restaurant fit the bill for us because we had teenagers along. Kids that won't even try falafel. But they have American standards like mozzarella sticks and French fries, chicken nuggets and fish/chips. The flavours here were good but not great. We stopped earlier in the week at another Turkish place that had the most unbelievable dishes. The servers are very nice and helpful. Even gave us a few pointers on places to see and things to do. It's a larger less intimate restaurant but more convenient for us to visit and I'm here for the coffee! read more

This is a different Istanbul restaurant. I've been to other locations, but the food is consistent. I always get the platter that serves for 4 people, for the price and portion is a great deal. I get to take the rest home read more

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