I wanted to share a fantastic restaurant recommendation with you. I recently visited Mangal Turkish Grill near closing time, and the service was incredible. The staff welcomed me warmly, gave great menu suggestions, and even offered complimentary appetizers. I ordered the lamb rice with salad and grilled bell peppers, along with their amazing bread basket. The atmosphere is fantastic, complete with a full bar and great decor. It was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. I highly recommend checking it out! The plates were beautiful, I wish I had taken a picture. read more

Finally There is authentic Persian restaurant in Bay Area Great Great food Excellent service I highly recommend this place for anyone want to try Good Persian food read more

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I came as part of a team event. There were about 20 of us at 2 tables. The inside was pretty spacious. They are well equipped for large events. There are several tvs playing sports. For some reason one of the tvs played the same diamond ad the entire night... The bread was phenomenal. So warm and yet soft. I ate way too much of it with garlic bread. The party platter was a little cold. I couldn't give 5* because the meat was cold by the time we got it. However, it was pretty good reheated! They just need to fix this problem. Sauces for the falafel were also super good. read more

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Needed to grab lunch before my meeting. This place was close by and great reviews. The food was amazing. Huge portions so probably why pricey but hey it is CA. Ordering process QR based was nice and easy. Nice atmosphere. I am a fan. read more

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I was in town for a baseball tournament, and since my hotel was just down the street, I happened to drive by this restaurant. I made a U-turn, and I'm glad I did. The restaurant has been under new ownership for about a month. I was greeted right away and quickly seated. I wanted to order the chicken and beef tenderloin combo, but I was told it wasn't available--even though both items were available individually. That was a little confusing. I ended up ordering the beef tenderloin. It was cooked well done, although no one asked how I wanted it prepared. I would have preferred medium. To start, I ordered the baba ghanoush, which was delicious. They also brought out a huge basket of fresh, homemade bread served with balsamic vinegar and olive oil--definitely one of the highlights of the meal. For my entrée, I skipped the rice and requested double vegetables. Instead, I received double salad. While everything tasted great, for a $36 entrée I was hoping for extra grilled vegetables like cauliflower rather than more salad. Overall, the food was very good, and I'd come back. The restaurant has plenty of seating both inside and on the back patio, TVs throughout, a full bar, and a nice selection of craft beers on tap. It has a welcoming atmosphere and is worth checking out. The staff was friendly, the manager (a lady) was very nice and gave me a small sample of a tomato pico looking item and told me to try it. read more

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The food was amazing and very flavorful. The service was great and did not make you feel rushed. The set up was spacious and you don't feel crowded. read more

Very disappointing experience. We ordered meat, but it tasted old and had a bad smell. We immediately noticed that something was wrong with the meat and could not eat it. This is completely unacceptable for a restaurant, especially when it comes to food quality and freshness. I would not recommend this place and hope the management takes food quality and freshness much more seriously. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Great food - authentic Mediterranean food. Tasty kebab platters - must try! Also amazing service very attentive staff. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Kebab platter - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

**new ownership and different food** This is now a (primarily) Persian restaurant that serves (some) Turkish items. It now has an "H" in the name lol. We were regulars to the original Mangal and loved it. It was 5/5 stars. This is a comparison review for those who knew the O.G. Turkish bbq. This new restaurant is probably 3/5 or 3.5/5 stars in comparison to the former Turkish grill. We ordered chicken thighs and rice plate to-go and it was OK flavor compared to the mouth-watering flavor Mangal used to serve. The flavor profile is different and if you like Persian food, it will be good. The saffron rice portion was good (although inconsistent because of our two orders one was noticeably smaller) and the chicken portion was just OK. I'm not walking away hungry - so that's good. The portions from formal Mangal were larger in comparison. The rice from the former Mangal was so delicious that we'd often get two orders of it just for leftovers, so this one was a comparative disappointment. I will try their Turkish rice and see if that's a more fair comparison next time and update my review. The side of bread was a surprising highlight. It was warm, soft, and good. A smaller portion than the original Turkish Mangal, but not by much. The restaurant experience is renovated, staff are welcoming and well-dressed like a more formal dining experience, and the place looks generally cleaner. All that being said, I am greatly missing one of my favorite Bay Area restaurants. This new one is good, but not great. It's not a go-to recommendation for my visitors like it was before. I'd put it on par with the many other Sunnyvale restaurants that serve Persian-like food. Will let you be the judge, but I wanted to share my comparative experience and missed expectations. read more

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Food quality was great! The pide was crispy and flavorful. The other meat dish I forgot the name of was also great! Bread (not pictured) was also soft and fluffy, went well with the olive oil and vinegar. The staff were nice and welcoming. Portions did lean just slightly on the smaller side though. read more

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Mangal is a hidden gem! We have been passing by the restaurant for years, and we finally had the chance to check it out. The decor takes you on a journey to Turkey. Our daughter enjoyed seeing all the decorations of fruits and the tv playing different scenic picture of Turkey. The staff are super attentive and friendly. Our daughter is 2, and she makes it known with her energy and volume. The staff were understanding and engaged with her, which was a relief to us. Initially, the menu was a bit overwhelming. However, our server, and we assume the owner, walked us through it and provided recommendations. We went with... 1) combo appetizer with the yogurt, atom, baba ghanoush, and picked vegetables. Everything was flavorful and fresh. We deemed it better than Dish Dash's appetizer combo. Shhhh. The baba ghanoush was not as smoky as I am used to, but had good flavor. It was not overpowering. 2) Branzino meal - fish was cooked perfectly. The skin was crispy and flaky. The fish, although thin, was juicy. It came with a side salad and rice. Salad was delicious!!! 3) We got an assortment of meats: 1 shrimp, 2 orders of chicken shish, and 2 orders of filet mignon shish. Everything was amazingly tender and seasoned well. Initially, we thought the portions were rather small, but the food was rich and we had leftovers. The shrimp was a bit overpriced at $6/piece. 4) Their assortment of bread was amazing! Super moist and fluffy! It paired well with the appetizer combo. 5) Drinks: Maker's near and Tito's soda. Decent pour and well-balanced drink. We would definitely like to come back, but skip on the drinks and combo. We probably stick to the dinner meals as well. All in all, a great first experience, and Dish Dash's has some serious competition. read more

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Attentive and friendly staff, and the food was delicious. The bread was great, and the beef patty kofta was well-seasoned. The Sigara Böreği were rich, and there was plenty of bread to enjoy with the dips and olive oil, perfect amount of food overall. The shrimp were huge and tasted fresh. Ending the meal with baklava and Turkish tea was a great touch, perfect for relaxing and slowing down after eating. read more

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Mainly want to point out that the management has changed and the restaurant is no more a Turkish grill . It is a Persian restaurant now and does not have the Mangal grill at the table . A bit misleading to older customers and disappointing when you expect something else . That said it's decent Persian food but unclear why the old name was retained as it's misleading older customers into expecting the experience we were used to. The new restaurant has good food but misleading marketing. The food and kebabs are good though, large portions , but it is Persian cuisine that's served now . read more

The first thing I have to mention is the incredibly unique free bread that is given to the table. It is a traditional Turkish bread that is huge and a nice way to compliment the meal. The portions are not that big by the quality and taste are great. I tried the combination plate and all of the meat options were tasty and juicy. The interior is huge with plenty of seats, and the staff are very helpful. read more

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Excellent Koobedeh! Great presentation, ambiance, and service--a must-try! The chef comes from a Michelin-rated restaurant, and you can really see and taste the attention to detail. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Excellent Koobedeh! - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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I don't usually write negative reviews--mostly because I do my homework and tend to choose places I'm genuinely excited about. This one was disappointing enough to feel worth documenting. My boyfriend and I ended up here after attempting to go to Treehouse nearby (which had an hour wait--unsurprising given the concept). This restaurant was a short walk away, which actually worked out well given how congested the area was, and we walked in optimistic. The space itself is very large, but nearly empty for a weekday evening. It felt family-owned and casual, which I usually love--many of my favorite restaurants fall into that category. Unfortunately, the experience didn't reflect that warmth. We were given a different menu than other diners, which immediately felt odd. Service wasn't overtly rude, but it was noticeably unwelcoming--almost a "why are you here?" tone rather than hospitality. We ordered hummus and feta, both of which were surprisingly expensive for the portion and quality. We were told bread would arrive automatically with the hummus, but it didn't--despite asking multiple times. When it finally arrived, it was poorly cooked and no longer served any purpose, as we were already well into the meal. Despite the restaurant being far from busy, our mains took about 30 minutes. One dish--a kebab--was fine but very forgettable for a $30+ price point. My dish, dumplings in a yogurt-based sauce, was honestly inedible. I left it untouched and mentioned that it didn't taste good. The response was simply, "Oh, so you don't want a box?" No attempt to fix the issue or even acknowledge it. What sealed it for me was the overall condition of the place. Dirty cutlery, a generally rundown interior, and a lack of attention to cleanliness made it uncomfortable to eat there. I'm not picky about ambiance when the food and service deliver--but here, nothing quite worked together. The whole experience felt very turn-and-burn, as if the restaurant relies on proximity to a popular area rather than repeat customers. I left feeling like unless you're part of a specific in-crowd, this isn't a place that's trying very hard to win you over. Personally, I wouldn't return, and I wouldn't recommend it--especially given the pricing and the many better options nearby. read more

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We went to this restaurant and had such a fantastic time. The service was impeccable and the food was absolutely delicious! The waiter is so sweet and trying to help us pronounce the name of the dishes. We had such fun, we will definitely come back for sure! I took the rest of the food home and ate it the next day and it was even more delicious! We had a platter I think many delicious dips and their fresh out of the oven homemade bread warm and yummy! My main dish was a lamb shank in the stew with this delicious rice! It was out of this world! read more

I like the new management here. Everyone is very nice and welcoming, and the food is good. However, the stew prices are extremely high. At around $45 for Fesenjan and some of the other stews, the prices are nearly double what you would pay at other comparable Persian restaurants, where similar dishes are around $26. That is a very significant price difference for the same type of Persian food. Also, the Koobideh Kebab comes with a surprisingly small portion of rice considering the price. I hope the management considers making the prices more competitive and the portions more reasonable. read more

We were absolutely blown away. We were a bit apprehensive at first because we learned the restaurant had changed hands, but that feeling vanished The moment we taste the food . the dishes were fantastic. The kebabs were wonderfully marinated and cooked to perfection. We even meet the chef and expressed our special thanks . The staff were also very polite and professional. The restaurant was clean and well organized. We will definitely be coming here much more often... read more

I ordered the Adana Kebab, and it was absolutely delicious! The food was fresh and perfectly prepared. The ambiance was warm and cozy, and the restaurant had a very welcoming atmosphere. The servers were wonderful and attentive, and the manager was such a kind and welcoming lady. We had a great experience and will definitely come back. Next time, I'll bring my parents! read more

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I still love this place but I wanted to inform any prospective guests about the honestly and integrity of this restaurant. In short theyre very honest, hardworking people, in a industry that is challenging even on its best days. I got the wrong bill, paid it, tipped on it and left but I discreetly e-mailed the restaurant several days later. They invited me back and paid me back in cash and offered dessert. One time I left my credit card here and they offered me tea, coffee and a snack! I've been here probably about once every couple months and I thank everybody from the bottom of my heart for their generosity. I've reviewed this place a few times already but I think for a group or just a couple, the food here is of the very best quality you can probably have for the money. The service has always been impeccable and Turkey in general is home to the best food, some of the best doctors, and the nicest hospitality in the world. I strongly suggest if there are any meat lovers in the area, make a detour to visit. The meat is all very high quality, cooked over coals, and presented beautifully. Full bar too! read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Surprised there were not that many people here during Friday lunch. Probably around 3 other tables. They have complimentary bread with oil and vinegar. It's alright, would be nice if the bread was warmed up. I ordered the Sujuk Pide and Kunefe. First time trying both and they were pretty good. Although, the Pide is much more of an appetizer than an entree. It was basically a cheesy flatbread and the Sujuk is a dried sausage. There wasn't that much Sujuk. The Kunefe was interesting. Sort of similar to baklava, but with cheese and different texture. There was a tad bit too much sugar syrup and butter. read more

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It's a great spot. Convenient parking, polite staff, and delicious food. I enjoyed everything.

We visited this restaurant for the first time a few days ago on a weeknight. It's a large space with very few customers. Menu was small. Waitress informed us that they have changed from Turkish food to Persian food. Not knowing what to expect, we ordered a chicken dish, a beef dish, and babaganoush as appetizer. You know sometimes when a restaurant is too quiet you wonder if they manage to keep the ingredient fresh. To our surprise, all the food came out excellent from quality, freshness, seasoning, and cooking. Portion was generous. I like the variety of complementary sides they put on the plate. Service was also excellent. Dinner entrees range from $22 to $36, quit reasonable for what they deliver. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Chicken thigh dinner entree. Chicken was tender, juicy, and well marinated. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

I stopped by on a Sunday morning for some Turkish food from the menu. To my surprise, that was the brunch time. And their brunch is a fan favorite. Everyone was there for brunch. It was $35 for a lot of appetizers, entrees, desserts and drinks. I started of with a soup, which was very nice. Then I went for many rounds of food. Ezme was especially delicious. Beef pastry was excellent as well. Overall its worth it. read more

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Hosted a party of 20 here for a Sunday lunch and the staff was so accommodating and easy to work with. We came in and preordered the week before and we got everything we asked for in a timely manner. We ordered apps of 4 dips, mixed platters of bbq, and a large knafeh (they helped slice and serve), which were all delicious. The chef even came out to our table to check on us and that was really nice. All of our guests were pleased with the quality of food and service, it really made the day special. Would highly, highly recommend (: read more

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The 1 star is for everyone's awareness of they had changed the menu completely and no longer a Turkish restaurant. Sorry for the long review but need to let people know about the change of this place. Our first time at this place last night. I even called to ask about their Turkish grill a day before since we planed to treat our friends who came all the way from Japan. We were super disappointed when they gave us a menu that only serve a few entrees of kebab (forgot to take picture of their current menu), very limited of salad options, plus Persian dessert? I showed the pictures from Yelp and asked the waitress, she said those were old menus. We asked how old and whey did they change, she said 2 weeks ago! I was like... but I called just a day ago that they didn't say anything. What a scam! The waitresses there were polite and filled with smiles but they acted weird. When we still had food on our dishes, they kept asking if we were done. After a few times, one of us said she's good, the waitress took away her dish while we still had food on the table that we were sharing. There were only 5 tables of customers in the restaurant, the place was quite empty, not sure why they were so rush. So after other friends finished the shareable food, another waitress gave the charging device to our friend without giving us the check or showing us what we have ordered, just directly put the charging device on our table, that we had to ask for the check to see if we were charged correctly. So awkward! About the food, not too bad. The chicken special was ok and the beef was dried, anyways we managed to finish them all. At least their salad dishes were fresh. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Overall their kebabs were dried. $30 for Chicken special; $33 for a thin slice of beef tenderloin which was super dried. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

First time here and loved it! The food was delicious n the owner n staff were super friendly and welcoming. Great experience I'll definitely be back! read more

It's not like it looks in the photo; what arrived with the order is terrible. There is nothing in the salad--not even a spoon. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - It's not like it looks in the photo; what arrived with the order is terrible. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

The lahmacun was absolutely delicious -- crispy, flavorful, and just like home. For a moment, I really felt like I was back in my country. Highly recommend this place if you're craving real Turkish taste and warm hospitality! read more

One of my favorite Turkish restaurants in the area. I've tried the outdoor seating where you cook your meats yourself kind of like Korean BBQ, but Turkish version. I've also tried their indoor seating where you can order the food off the menu. I love the appetizers, the main dishes and I always finish my dinner with cold baklava and a Turkish coffee. I love the interior design, with the images of popular Turkish places like Istanbul and others, you feel like you are in Turkey. The staff is the kindest there is in the service industry. Everyone is polite, welcoming and work quickly even when there's a rush of customers. This place is a must try! read more

This place is unique and the food is authentic! As you walk in you'll be at the display case where you get to select your entrees and sides. You have the option of having the kitchen prepare your meats or cooking at the table. We elected to sit on the patio and cook our meat at the table. Highly recommend all the kabobs. The food from top to bottom was fantastic and something unique. Dinner for two adults and a 4 year old ran $250 but honestly worth it for the experience. Very interesting spot! read more

This restaurant serves amazing Turkish cuisine. Our favorotes include the pide, the lamb stew and the lamb shank.

So the girlfriend arranged double date night with our lovely neighbor and since none of us have had Turkish cuisine in Sunnyvale, she picked this amazing restaurant. Friendly staff greeted us when we walked in & the exceptional service continued throughout the meal. Our server asked about our dietary preferences then made wonderful recommendations including libation. We ordered more vegetarian choices than animal protein because the photos on the menu looked delicious. Apparently Mangal offers weekend brunch as well so more reason to return read more

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Came here to check out their brunch offering since they are promoting it on their IG account. The staff created us and explain how it works and also explain the traditional Turkish dishes served in Buffett style. Lots of variation of flat breads, meats cooked traditionally , cheeses , vegetables , sausages and eggs. They also have Turkish desserts . It wasn't too fancy however the dishes are all delicious prepared in home style cooking. My family and I enjoyed our Turkish brunch experience. We will try their bbq lunch or dinner next time. read more

Came for the beef liver and ended up trying a few kabobs too. Everything was delicious and full of flavor. The kunafa was amazing, crispy and sweet, just perfect. Great food, great service, and a nice atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

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Spectacular! I love the food and the environment. Absolutely love everything about this restaurant read more

First time here and the experience is very good overall, but not without some disappointments. Among the highlights, the service was excellent and the menu offers a nice assortment of spreads and desserts. We were able to choose a combo of three appetizers from a much larger selection and all spreads were excellent. We had Turkish coffee and sutlac (a creme brulée dessert) that was very good. Where food fell short of expectations, the bread that was served with our spreads was super dry. We ordered lavash flatbread which was much better. We had the branzino fish plate and the food was good, but the amount of work and messiness to debone the fish wasn't worth the effort. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Branzino - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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"We recently dined at Mangal Mediterranean Grill and, unfortunately, had a very disappointing experience. The meat was undercooked and had a strong, unpleasant smell. When we raised this with the owner, we were met with rude and dismissive behavior. For the high price we paid, the quality of both the food and the service was simply unacceptable. We left feeling very frustrated." read more

Update: The staff was kind enough to handle a mistake on my party's bill, and it was much appreciated. The issue was a pretty big one, but after reaching out by email, they responded well and made things right with a refund for the items that were incorrect. I value the fact they even owned up to the mistake and took action. I've always enjoyed this restaurant and I'd hate for one bad experience to turn customers away, or for us to not feel enjoyment anymore with something we love. I value this restaurant and hope the kitchen and service stay consistent, because I'd hate for others to be turned away. This place has much potential. read more