After our delightful first visit, my wife and I knew we had to come back to Istanbul Kebab House…read morefor a proper meal. Last week, we decided to turn our date night into something special with dinner at this Turkish gem followed by a Broadway musical, Newsies, at the Flynn Center. We made a reservation in advance, as this spot is quite popular in the evenings - especially when there's a play happening nearby. The ambiance was inviting and warm, with soft lighting and traditional Turkish decor creating a perfect setting for a romantic evening. The service was exceptional, and our server, Alexandra B., made the experience even more memorable with his attentiveness and friendly demeanor. We started with the Small Meze Platter ($16.99), an excellent choice for sharing. The platter featured haydari, hummus, babaganoush, Turkish salsa, and stuffed grape leaves, all served with soft lavash bread. For those seeking a gluten-free option, fresh-cut veggie sticks are available. Each dip and spread was bursting with flavor, making this a must-try appetizer. For the main course, I chose from the Earthenware Casseroles and ordered the Lamb Guvec ($27.99). The tender, marinated lamb pieces combined with tomato, mushroom, onion, pepper, and eggplant were served sizzling hot, and the aroma alone was irresistible. It was hearty, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the recommended 9oz glass of Vinkara red wine ($16.50). My wife selected the Chicken Adana Kebab ($22.99) from the Traditional Kebabs menu. The mildly spicy, hand-ground chicken seasoned with Turkish maraş pepper and parsley was grilled to perfection and served with Turkish rice pilav, a side of greens, house pickled red cabbage, and marinated onions. She enjoyed every bite and complemented her meal with a 9oz glass of Ancyra white wine ($16.50), which was light and refreshing. To close the evening, we indulged in a classic Turkish dessert, Baklava ($9.99). The layers of fresh phyllo, walnuts, and crushed pistachios, finished with a simple syrup, were the perfect sweet ending to our meal. Istanbul Kebab House continues to impress with its excellent food, cozy ambiance, and impeccable service. Whether it's a casual dinner or a special occasion, this restaurant is a must-visit in Burlington. We'll definitely be back again!

Food was tasty and flavorful and the service was fantastic and welcoming. We did find it very…read moreoverpriced for lunch (small lentil soup $8, wrap with no sides $15). Loved the Turkish black tea, which is a must for tea drinkers!

Best food I have had in a long time. Ordered: cocktails…read moreSausage crackers Whipped goat cheese Cabbage dish Harissa Chicken Wings Octopus Dish. Every dish was excellent and our bartender/server at the bar was so kind and personable. The whole experience felt so elevated and reminded me of why I love food.

Local here, sadly quite disappointed in what used to be a favorite restaurant of mine. Very good,…read moreflavorful, high quality food - but also, several negatives this last visit. Since the moment we sat down it felt like we were being rushed out of the place, we would take a last bite (or even have a few bites left of each dish) and a server would swoop in and clear our plate literally as I'd finish scooping a bite off of it. One time I had a plate under a piece of food (food that was from a separate plate the dish was originally served on) and the waiter came over and tried clearing thins and was like "can I get that one too" as if they were desperately relying on every single plate to get back to the kitchen ASAP. Very bizarre. I never had such a poor serving experience until this last visit this past week. Additionally, portion size and cost are still pushing the limits. $4 PER PITA. Give me a break. Half of the dishes we ordered need and/or do better with a pita and you're going to charge $4 per pita. Two people, two "main dishes" (salad and chicken wings - only 6 wings) and one side dish (muhammara), and one drink each... total of $150 (including tip) seems extremely extravagantly priced. I will reiterate - food is very flavorful, fresh, comes out hot, and would recommend highly if that's all the review was based upon. Unfortunately, everything else was sub par and I'm feeling let down by what used to be a total favorite place to eat. Womp womp.

Owner acts like you have two brain cells but food hits. Could be nicer to paying customer who leave…read morea tip regardless.

Basic no frills place in Burlington for kabobs. It has falafel and many vegetarian options. Ahli…read moreBaba's is a no frills place, just somewhere to get cheap food. For sure that's true in here. They don't even have any seats. A good option at lunch or later. It's open late at night. The place is pretty cheap looking inside, and there's only these tables without any chairs, so if you eat in here you'll be standing. Another good reason to get it to go. The menu has typical Middle Eastern stuff. A lot of pitas to get. It's $9 to get the Falafel Pita. A pretty typical looking one. Pretty big though. Comes with the usual toppings on it. There's cucumbers, tahini, and tomatoes. A few other choices for vegetarians are on the menu. These include the Pakora Pita and Samosas. Among the other menu choices is the Breakfast Burrito. These are served all day, so get these any time. Certainly it looks pretty sketchy in here. It's not bad food though. There's plenty of choices for vegans and vegetarians.

Every farmers market I always have to stop by and get food from this stand. I have not been to the…read morestore yet, but want to go soon. The falafel wrap is great and the eggplant and red pepper ezme are amazing. The stuffed grape leaves are my absolute favorite. Definitely recommend this place!

My organization used Anatolian for our recent event. Efe was quick to respond and very…read moreaccommodating, and we ended up having plenty of delicious food for a great price! Definitely recommend and will use again!

Cannot contact. Don't know if they are still open. I'd love to try their food but don't want to…read moremake the trek if closed.

Amazing flavors and unique spices! The Kebab had a nice sweetest slightly to it very good!read more

Kismet has become a staple stop on every Burlington layover and it has never disappointed…read more The restaurant itself is classy and cozy, service is impeccable and the food is absolutely sublime. As someone who has been to Turkey and frequents Turkish dining establishments all over America, this place is one of the best I have dined at.

Excellent service Clean…read moreWelcoming Nice plate presentation Basic non turkish offerings for children Overpriced Not tasty ( hummus too much cumin and too liquidy...) This was our third try. I'm glad to see so many high reviews burlington needs and I wish them well.

Friendly, prompt service. Naan and Tikka Masala were excellent! New business in the neighborhood,…read morewishing them success!

From the owner: "Experience a fusion of flavors at Delight Restaurant, where Indian, Nepali, and Chinese cuisines…read morecome together in a culinary journey like no other. Taste the harmony of diverse cultures on every plate."

Lovely owner and delicious Mediterranean food. Best in the area! Falafel platter is my favorite and…read moreI could drink their tzatziki it's that good. The rice is always perfectly seasoned as well.

The restaurant is not much to look at but the food is great!!! I had the chicken gyro last night…read more The pita was tender and the chicken was tasty with just the right amount of lettuce, chopped tomato, red onion and tzatziki. A couple of weeks ago my daughter and I shared the gyro and chicken platter with the Falafel appetizer. Delicious! Will definitely make this a regular stop. There seemed to be a lot of take out orders keeping the place busy.

RIght in the center of Burlington you will find beautiful Church Street Marketplace. The…read moremarketplace is a pedestrian zone that spans a few blocks and is filled with shops, restaurants, and cafes. It's very pleasant to stroll along Church Street, especially in the summertime and there are plenty of benches where you can sit and people watch. Church Street Marketplace has a mixture of chain and local stores. You can find everything from used books, to outdoor gear to name brand clothing. My favorite stores at Golden Hour where you can find lots of cute gifts, Smugglers Notch Distillery where you can sample delicious vodka, gin, bourbon, and maple liqueur, and Flora & Fauna - a second floor store filled with curiosities and oddities. Unfortunately, The 10,000 Villages store that I always enjoyed visiting, the Sox Market, and the Earthbound Store that I always found beautiful clothing in have all closed. There's also a great Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop on Church Street, several restaurants in a range of price levels, and some very comfortable cafes. Definitely a place you will want to spend some time visiting when you are in Burlington.

This is the most touristy spot in Burlington. It's a walkway pavement that spans over five to six…read moreblocks, with excellent options for dining and shopping. Alongside some of the popular restaurants, they also have iconic Vermont brand stores like Vermont Bear Factory, Vermont Flannel Shop and Ben & Jerry. We also visited a Patagonia store, a bookstore, Catamount store for apparel and gifts, and bunch of other stores. Prices are decent, some stores have sales and discounts. It appeared decently safe, though there were some homeless people around the marketplace. The street parkings need to be paid with ParkMobile app during the posted hours. There are several hotels only few minutes walk from this place. There's also a parking lot nearby that offers 2 hours of free parking.

I used to live right accross the street and loved this place, staff is usually very friendly and I…read morehate to leave a bad review. Sometimes good things do come to an end. When my wife was about to make some rice today she came accross some dead maggots. When inspecting the rice in more detail, we enden up finding a handful of live and dead ones. I don't even want to think about how many we must have eaten. This was from a 22lb bag of Jasmine rice & we are not only disappoint, we're disgusted. Many people have commented on this place not being sanitary. We had good faith in this store, yet this is a major deal breaker. Rather buy in a grocery store, knowing that there is some quality control.

Don't judge this place by looking outside or the seating space. An amazing authentic place to grab…read moresome hot traditional food. It's a small cafe setting inside a grocery store, perfect for a take out rather. I got chicken curry with rice oh boy, I have no words to describe the authentic flavor of the dish, so so so deliciously and served hot to the table. The consistency of the gravy to chicken was perfect even the portion was perfect for one. There were couple of other tables, I saw them getting some noodles soup, looked delicious. Even the grocery store is well maintained n staff here are nice.