Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Pasha

    4.2 (430 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

    Pasha Photos

    Business Info

    PASHA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Intimate
    Classy
    Good for groups

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Pasha

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    2. Iskender Kebab
    Sarah G.

    Pasha Turkish Restaurant deserves all the praise. This small, cozy spot completely won me over from the moment we walked in. I came here once a while ago and it was my first time ever trying Iskender kebab and I genuinely fell in love. The flavors were rich, comforting, and perfectly balanced, and now I can honestly say no other restaurant compares. We came here again to celebrate my husband's birthday and it turned into one of the most memorable dining experiences we've had, we ordered the Iskender once again and it didn't disappoint. For dessert we ordered Sutlac, which I learned is served cold, and it completely surprised me in the best way. It was so smooth, lightly sweet, and couldn't have been better. I also love intimate restaurants like this, and the vibe here is outstanding, warm and inviting, and the service is genuinely kind and attentive, making the whole experience feel even more special.

    Menu
    James A.

    Pasha Turkish restaurant in Houston recently celebrated their 20th anniversary last year, serving Turkish inspired cuisine to the neighboring Rice University community. My nephew and I had the pleasure of having an early dinner dine-in in their comfortable dining room, and we really enjoyed their great food and service. I don't ever remember going to a strictly Turkish restaurant before, but looking at the menu, soon realized it is very similar to Greek and Mediterranean food, with dishes like kebabs, falafel, and hummus. The setting is like a renovated ground floor of a large residential home, with some parking spots out in front. We had our choice of seats on one side of the restaurant. Water and Turkish bread (called bazlama), along with an olive oil dip were provided. The bread was similar to a pita bread, but a lot fluffer...very delicious and refilled as we used it along with our entree. Both of us like meat, so we ordered thdeir specialty: Pasha mixed platter for two ($37.99) consisting of five different kabobs, each with enough to sample for two - doner - lamb and beef sliced thin from a spit (like a trompo for al pastor taco) adana - lamb and beef sausage grilled on a skewer (removed before serving) chicken adana - chicken sausage lamb shish kebab - chunks of solid lamb chicken shish kebab - chunks of solid chicken All the various meats were served on a bed of rice, with grilled tomatoes, cooked red cabbage, and both white and red raw onions. It was a good amount of food. My favorite by far was the doner, and that's what I would get again and again here. The meat was sliced thinly enough for to be stuffed in the bazlama, and eaten as a sandwich. The lamb shish kebab was excellent as well, tasting very similar to a rich cut of beef. We got a late recommendation from my sister-in-law to get two spreads with our meal, which came out quickly. The hummus ($7.99) was decent, spreadable on the bread. But the star was the lebni ($7.99) ...a strained yogurt (similar to Greek) with walnuts but a lot thicker with a more mild taste...reminded me of a very fresh tzatziki. My favorite bite was one combining the doner inside a bazlama, adding cabbage and raw onion, and a large smear of lebni. It wasn't a huge amount of spread, probably enough for two people. The friendly proprietor made sure we were taken care of, and plenty of take home boxes were given for us to self pack. The adana sausages were great the next day, especially dressed with the lebni. I would group Pasha with the many excellent Mediterranean/Middle East restaurants I've tried, with a great discovery (at least for me) of getting lebni/labneh mixed in with a bit of walnut.

    Turkish Kazooz! AMAZING!

    I had an amazing experience at Pasha Turkish Restaurant. The hospitality is truly next level -- the owners themselves are serving guests, and you can feel the genuine care and warmth from the moment you walk in. The food... WOW. I'm Middle Eastern and I've been to Turkey more than 30 times, and honestly, this is the closest I've ever felt to being back there. Same authentic taste, same vibe, same everything. Every dish is full of flavor and made with real quality. On top of that, the prices are very affordable for the level of quality you're getting, which makes it even more impressive. If you want real Turkish food and a true experience -- this is the place. Highly recommended!

    1. Doner Kebab
    Courtney W.

    Lovely Turkish spot in rice village! It's so comfy and homey inside it feels like you're eating dinner with a family and they're serving home cooked food. The bread is tasty and plentiful. The plates have a good amount of food on them. The doner kebab was tasty, savory and so filling. Didn't feel too greasy or salty which I appreciated. Would absolutely come back to try more things!

    Turkish flan = #4. Kazandibi
    Annabelle P.

    If you have the opportunity to come eat at Pasha, please do!! I tried it today and will definitely be back. Service: The owner and the waitress were so unbelievably kind and friendly, which isn't always super common in even the nicest restaurants. They checked up on us, always had a big smile, and provided a very welcoming energy. I believe this is a family business that has been here since the early 2000s. Food: delicious! The appetizer we got (SİGARA BÖREK - number 13 on the hot appetizer menu) was a crispy fried phyllo dough rolls stuffed with feta cheese and parsley. This was divine !! The entree I got was quite good but I think I would get something else next time, as this was an error on my behalf (I got something too tomato-y ! My mom's entree was delicious looking too and I was a little jealous of hers! The dessert we got was Turkish flan I believe; it is served cold with crunchy pistachio pieces on top. As someone who loves chocoflan this is equally as good!! Highly recommend and the presentation was delightful. At the end my mom got a Turkish coffee and the owner asked if I wanted some too and I declined and then he brought me a free tea! This was such a nice surprise and the tea was very good. Ambiance: the inside is very nice for any meal and any occasion. Very clean, very welcoming and warm! A lot of restaurants in houston are in these copy paste looking buildings and stuff but this place just feels very welcoming, unique, and special. Price: I think the prices are very reasonable for what you're getting ! My mom and I had a three course meal basically for around $60. It's easily around $20 per person if you don't get dessert, drinks, and appetizers. Amazing value, taste, and service compared to other places here!!

    Karniyarik, shepherd salad, Turkish iced tea
    Steve E.

    The Karniyarik is very good. Pasha is a favorite, excellent food and service. Parking as well.

    Samer R.

    Dined in for lunch with a friend and I have to say this is one of the best Turkish restaurants in Houston near Rice Village/Med Center. It's family owned, the staff there are very friendly and the food/service there is impeccable. From the Hummus, to the Red Lentil soup, and their amazing Doner Kebab Entree. Of course you can't say no to their Pistachio Ice Cream and their Turkish Hot Tea!!! Will be back soon!!!

    Babaganoush 5/5
    Lauren M.

    Overall, I think our meal was decent. What made it better was the excellent service and ambiance of the intimate dining room. Compared to Istanbul right around the corner, I'd prefer the dining layout here. The food to me was a solid 3/5. The manty dumplings were great but needed salt imo. The mixed grill items like the lamb and chicken breast were dry as well as the adana kebabs were also dry but very flavorful. I've had better doner meat but it's decent. I loved their babaganoush. It almost tasted cheesy to me. We had the feta pide, which was ok. Feta was dry and the egg was overcooked. Should've stuck with the cheese version. The knafe was amazing. But you'd better have an extreme sweet tooth if you order this dish. It was very crispy and superior sweetness.

    Indoor entrance - probably can handle total 6-7 tables max so not enormous seating space
    Chiraag B.

    Nice quiet little mom and shop restaurant tucked away near downtown. Has a very homely feel to it (not very fancy or classy). I ordered the Iskender Kebab and it was too much meat for me. I feel the menu could have a few more options and variety beyond kebab / meat dishes but I suppose this is TX, so it's serving to the local clientele. There wasn't too much drink variety and I ended up having the Turkish hot tea which was fine. I probably would be interested in coming for a first time visit but wouldn't come back - and would venture out to other eateries instead. Perhaps drop in if you are in the area?

    Thuy P.

    I haven't been back here for a long time. Food was still good as I remembered but the restaurant needs to upgrade. The minute you walked in and the old mildew smell from an old restaurant clearly hit you. Maybe some candle fragrance or some coffee flavor smell would help. Of course if the owner can afford then the renovation is needed. Food and service overall was good. But plate presentation is not great.

    4. Adana Kebab 3. Dolm

    So good! The owner went through the menu and pointed out all the things I could have, seeing as I'm allergic to wheat and dairy. He was knowledgeable, nice, and just made sure we had a good experience. Overall- fantastic! We will be returning.

    Stephanie Z.

    I decided to give Pasha another try, and I'm so glad I did! My group got the cheese rolls, dolmas, ali nazik with chicken, shawarma kebab, lamb shish kebab, and falafel plate. The cheese rolls came out hot and crispy, with just the right amount of saltiness from the feta. The ali nazik with chicken was served with a roasted eggplant purée that was pretty tasty, and the chicken was juicy. It would have been nice for this dish to have a fresh element as well (such as the pickled cabbage or vegetables that the other dishes had). Everyone cleaned their plates, but the best part of the meal was the basket of fresh pita bread served with herby olive oil for dipping. The bread had the perfect balance of textures: crispy exterior, chewy and soft interior. Service was fast and friendly. The restaurant is pretty small with less than 10 tables, so it might be hard if you have a larger group, but they could probably move some tables together to accommodate. The parking lot in front is also very small, so if you can't find a spot, I recommend parking in the Rice Village garage (free 2 hour parking).

    Turkish coffee and Turkish flan
    Tasha M.

    Absolutely delicious! The ambiance is incredible and the staff is extraordinary polite. I had the lentil soup, Iskender Kebab, Turkish iced tea, Turkish coffee, and Turkish flan. I recommend you get all of those, you will not be disappointed. Lovely place to eat and I will come back again and again!

    Iskender Kabob

    See all

    2 months ago

    Loved the food, owner was extremely nice and friendly can't wait to come back with my fiancé

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    17 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    17 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 days ago

    Very cute place! Friendly and attentive service! Food is well made and flavorful! Really enjoyed their mixed grill platter!

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    21 days ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ryan B.
    15
    695
    29

    2 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Samer R.
    3
    149
    237

    11 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lauren M.
    23
    195
    589

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    The food was amazing and the service was top notch. They took time to explain the dishes and made terrific recommendations.

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Great food and service . Very friendly staff and nice ambience. Very good lunch specials

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Marc G.
    303
    407
    406

    1 year ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kelly S.
    38
    63
    101

    2 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Avroz D.
    77
    128
    476

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Don C.
    179
    970
    2965

    5 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Business owner information

    Photo of Mustafa O.

    Mustafa O.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 11

    Pasha Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Pasha

    Do they allow byob?

    Yes, only wine with a corking fee.

    Hello, can the vegetarian lahmacun and pide be made vegan? (No eggs or dairy)

    Hi, Veggie Lahmacun is vegan. Veggie Pide can be made vegan. Please ask the server without cheese. Looking forward to serving you.

    Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

    You might also consider

    Istanbul Grill - Tzatziki

    Istanbul Grill

    4.1(718 reviews)
    0.1 miWest University
    $$

    We had our Sunday lunch at Istanbul Grill and loved it. We got here by noon and there was no wait…read more 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.

    Istanbul was an average experience for me. There are very limited vegetarian options and I was sad…read moreto 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.

    Photos
    Istanbul Grill - Desserts

    Desserts

    Istanbul Grill - Lamb and rice and i put my salad on top poured the yogurt sauce they gave over my meal

    Lamb and rice and i put my salad on top poured the yogurt sauce they gave over my meal

    Istanbul Grill - Inside

    See all

    Inside

    Kasra Persian Grill

    Kasra Persian Grill

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    7.8 miWestchase
    $$

    Authentic and flavourful…read more Service and atmosphere: Our server was polite, friendly and helpful. The restaurant was clean and very well designed and decorated. It had great Persian vibe including music played. Food and drinks: Very good selection of traditional dishes that were not westernised as in other Persian restaurants. The food was fresh, well seasoned and was full of flavours. The meats were moist, salad and starter tasted fresh. Pinch of sumac which was available on each table was a perfect addition to our dishes. Highly recommend hot Persian tea. Pricing: $$ - very affordable for the quality and quantity of foods received.

    Food is good, service is quick, the restaurant is well-decorated, and servers were considerate in…read morebringing out our food later so it wouldn't get cold while we waited for the last member of our party to arrive :) Only complaint is that we were served hummus, which we assumed came complimentary with the bread & side vegetables since the staff just set it down on our table. However, we were charged for it at the end. I understand the charge itself, but no one at the table had ordered it; they just set it on the table. It would have been nice if the staff had made it clear or asked if we wanted to add it to our meal. Perhaps there was a mix up with another table. Our experience was otherwise great, but double check the menu for what is complimentary and what isn't.

    Photos
    Kasra Persian Grill - Seating Area

    Seating Area

    Kasra Persian Grill - Appetizer sampler that includes Kasha Bademjan (eggplant dip), Hummus, and Mast Labu (yogurt with beets)

    Appetizer sampler that includes Kasha Bademjan (eggplant dip), Hummus, and Mast Labu (yogurt with beets)

    Kasra Persian Grill

    See all

    Pasha - turkish - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...