Same as last time, the restaurant is beautiful, and we sat by the window which was a very nice and bright setting. Everything we have tasted so far is amazing. Today we did the cigar bolek, the spicy ezme, lahmacun and the mixed shish. My husband also tried the mixed fruit soda which was very light and tasty. Excellent food, and Melisa was so sweet and a great server. Overall and excellent experience once again! read more

Turkish Kitchen - Coban salata, mix grill (partially eaten), and lahmacun - Mediterranean Near Me - Brandon, Florida

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My husband and I have been to Turkish Kitchen several times and have never been disappointed! The food is delicious and the service is always great, especially when Melissa is our server. You must try them! read more

We went to dinner yesterday at the Turkish Kitchen. Our appetizers were absolutely wonderful. Babaganoish and cigar borek. Unfortunately, neither of our entrees were great. Both were ok. But nothing that would excite you. Our deserts were very good: baklava and Kunufe. The Turkish wine was good. Service was fast and good. Ambiance was fine. We will go back based on the quality of the appetizers and desserts. read more

Melissa was amazing and the food is so fresh ! Best fresh food in town! Also they are super quick so you can go for an easy lunch

Coming from a career in the Navy I have traveled all over the world. The cuisine here not only made me feel like I was back overseas. The service was great. Not overbearing and always made sure to have a smile. The ambiance in its self reminded me of that little something that alot of places forget, take pride in where you come from and share it with the world. read more

We love the Turkish Kitchen. Whenever we come to Tampa Bay we try to visit! It reminds us of our time in Turkey! The food is fabulous, generous portions! The service is so attentive! We never asked for water refills! We had 5 grandchildren with us and they were so accommodating! Afiyet olsun was so felt! Çok teşekkür ederim! We loved our time! read more

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We have been several times. We mainly do takeout for the lentil soup & bread. It is sooooo good!!! We did feel the Lahmacun (lamb pizza) was ok, Nothing too fancy. Staff & atmosphere are nice. Great addition to Brandon. Glad to see the gloves worn in the open kitchen area too!!! read more

Hey Brandon, You are missing a great meal if you do eat here. My lamb, and my wife's vegetable meal were outstanding, Home made bread (from scratch) tasted like Europe. OK that said, Turkish Kitchen: Figure out a way to serve ice tea (this is America and many people want that at a meal). Also, come up with a dinner/weekend selection of wraps. We eat Greek often, and sometimes I crave a wrap and fries. Not everybody wants a full meal like we had. (Even though it was some of the best lamb this side of Europe). So, anyway, in an area with too many burger joints, and fast food dives, please support this wonderful restaurant. read more

Very nice people. Ambience modern and comfortable. Food A plus! My wife and I have gone to many middle eastern restaurants and this goes to the top of the list! We are retired foodies! Please go. You will agree read more

It's wonderful to have a great Mediterranean restaurant in the Brandon/Bloomingdale area! Dips were great, lavash bread was hot and fluffy, kebabs were flavorful, plentiful, and cooked well. The server was knowledgeable and came by frequently to check on us. They deserve this 5 star review. Well done! read more

Amazing food Highly Recommend it. We've been there several times since they open back in March and every time the food is very good read more

Wow... just wow! This place is phenomenal. Let me start with the service - spectacular. They are so attentive, personable, give guidance on menu selections and truly care about your impression of the food. Their attention to detail is top notch - even coming by to wipe away the water ring from your drink on the table. The atmosphere is very modern, but true to Turkish culture in color palette and design elements. Now, the food... spectacular. We went in wanting the whole experience - we started with the Cold Mixed Mezze, choosing Babaganoush, Saksuka, and Spicy Ezme. All were great, but the Spizy Ezme really stole the show. We opted to splurge for the Balloon Lavash, which was a great upgrade but I'm sure the pita that typically comes with these cold mezze dishes would have been great as well. We also tried the Cigar Borek and Falafel from the Hot Mezze section. The Cigar Borek is an absolute must try, so so good for any feta lover. Finally, the entree: we split the Mix Grill for 2 between my husband and I. The chicken shish is absolutely phenomenal - I am not sure what their secret is in the marinade, but truly it is spectacular. The lamb Adana gets a special shout out from me - not a lamb lover but it was so so tasty! My husband's shout out goes to the doner. Truly, though, you can't go wrong with any of it. The baklava was a superb finale. We will absolutely be frequent customers here. Between the atmosphere, service, and food, you get such a great and authentic experience. read more

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Driving by and decided to stop in for an early dinner -- and what a wonderful surprise! Turkish Kitchen is a gem. From the moment we walked in, the service was exceptional. Melissa welcomed us warmly and went above and beyond to help us navigate the menu. She listened carefully to our dietary needs and guided us to smart, flavorful choices that didn't compromise on taste. Her attentiveness was constant -- our glasses were never empty, and we always felt taken care of. The menu is both intriguing and exciting -- a fresh take on classic Turkish cuisine. We tried the mixed grill, and the mixed cold mezze both were outstanding. Perfectly seasoned, beautifully presented, and served quickly. Every bite was layered with flavor and care. The whole experience felt elevated yet approachable -- great for both adventurous foodies and those looking for healthy, satisfying options. We'll definitely be back -- and we'll be bringing friends. Highly recommend! read more

Interesting authentic Turkish dishes w friendly service. The menu could use some pictures but anything you choose is of great quality

What a pleasant and friendly staff. The food accents the staff here. When enjoying your meal it is great to watch the open kitchen at work. The falafel was some of the best I've had in Tampa Bay. The Doner was a nice portion , enough to take home a meal. I would recommend read more

Turkish Kitchen - Falafel and a Turkish lager - Mediterranean Near Me - Brandon, Florida

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This place was delicious! It's authentic, inexpensive and the atmosphere was wonderful. Every dish was flavorful and the waitress made great recommendations. We ordered all of this for 3 people and still had enough to take a meal home. I was looking for something new and we definitely found it, I hope they keep it going! read more

Turkish Kitchen - Baked Hummus, Mix Shish Entree, Lentil Soup, Gavurdagi Salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Brandon, Florida

We absolutely love the Turkish Kitchen in Brandon/Valrico and it's quickly becoming a regular dining spot for us!! The food is always really delicious--full of flavor, perfectly prepared, and truly authentic. Every dish we've tried thus far has been amazing and exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to our server, Asli, who made our most recent visit even better with her attentive, friendly, and thoughtful service. The food and service are always consistent!! The ambience is quiet and relaxing, and the decor is beautiful!! They even have a gorgeous photo spot for those Insta-post. Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for an unforgettable meal and outstanding service! read more

We're foodies who miss living in more urban communities with a diverse selling of cuisines and won't drive into Tampa . So we're thrilled to have Turkish kitchen. We had the Mixed grill for two and everything was wonderful, well seasoned and cooked well. It included some ground seasoned chicken, ground seasoned lamb, a meatball, some sliced beef, and chicken kabob. The Babaganoush as good also, although I asked for pita and got some other bread. Service was enthusiastic but a little green. The guy filling water glasses was by every two minutes and the waitress disappeared for long stretches. We were done with our meal for 10-15 minutes before she came by to check on us. But they just opened so some slack is warranted. One other note, very limited adult beverages available- couple of beers and two Turkish wines - and no drink menu. But the wine was fine, it just would have been nice to know what I was drinking other than white or red. read more

Good food, Turkish wine and food. The service is excellent. First time ever having Turkish food. It's healthy and nutritious. Good ambiance.

This place is excellent. Been looking for a good Turkish place since going to Turkey and this place is legit. Great service too.

The food was delicious! The service was friendly and helpful. We will be back soon. read more

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Food was amazing & authentic, superb customer service, nice ambiance, will definitely be back.

Food was tasty, fresh and excellent quality, service was exceptional. Casual atmosphere was very welcoming.

The wait staff was very attentive. Our waiter explained the different menu items as we had never tried Turkish food before. We settled on babaganoush and the mixed platter for 2. I hate eggplant but the babaganoush was awesome! The platter for 2 was enough food for 4. Will definitely be making the drive again. read more

My dad and I were looking for good food in the area and stumbled upon Turkish Kitchen on Yelp--so glad we did! The place was busy, the open kitchen made it feel clean and welcoming, and the food was absolutely amazing. We were genuinely shocked at how good everything tasted. Wishing the owners continued success and hope the service stays just as fast! read more

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Absolutely the best food (of any type) in the area. Made fresh, u can even watch them making the various dough for their foods and other items bc of the open kitchen setup. We tried the sampler and it was all great. The appetizer with dough stuffed with herbs and feta was great followed by Turkish coffee. Ercan was our waiter and was attentive and nice as well. Definitely will return. read more

Food was excellent, our server John did a great job, awesome service. Can't wait to go back. read more

Turkish Kitchen - Mixed grill for two. - Mediterranean Near Me - Brandon, Florida

Beautiful little restaurant. Nicely decorated. Very friendly staff. I enjoyed the bread that the food comes with. The promagrante walnut salad thing was awesome!!! This will definitely be a go to lunch place! read more

Yes they are great and they have excellent quality food I have great food and I like them and I will recommend you to go there and try.

Wonderful! Simply wonderful! Great staff , so friendly and welcoming. The food was fresh, homemade and perfection! This is now my husbands and I new spot for date night in Brandon! read more

Food, service, and setting - it's perfect. We will be back. Food was seasoned with care, served promptly, and portions were just right. We had the chicken, beef, and lamb sheesh - all were well cooked but tender and each uniquely flavored. House salad is sliced onion, lettuce, and cabbage - paired well. We had a yogurt dip with bread as an appetizer and it was also very good. A mellow whipped yogurt with garlic. The care that went into the selection of tables, plates, tiles - really elevated the meal with a fantastic atmosphere. read more

The food was well made and portion size was good for take out order. Since my experience was a pick up order, I dont have mych to contribute to service except that all my items were not missing. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very Mediterranean but with a modern feel. Overall, I was pleased with the restaurant. read more

History, Culture and then Cuisine remain the intriguing pillars for faraway lands. While for me, going out to eat is never as good as home cooking, Turkish Kitchen, located on Bloomingdale Avenue, offers a unique dining experience from a land bridging the East and the West. Turkish Kitchen has proven itself a "must" for a local banquet of sensational tastes and aromas - all enjoyed in an ambiance of spirited traditions. Based on my experiences in the Mediterranean and Middle East regions, the preparation of lamb dishes is the cornerstone for authenticity. The Lamb Shish offered by Turkish Kitchen reflected a mastery of culinary skill and sophistication for genuine Mediterranean and Turkish specialties. Let us not stop there - the Babaganoush, the Lahmacun (meat pie) the Kazandibi (milk pudding) and ... the bread (‼). At Turkish Kitchen, close your eyes to find yourself in Istanbul, Antalya or perhaps Izmir. Ever vigilant to our table, Ercan, our server, ensured every glass was filled and all was to the highest expectations. Everything was "above and beyond." The second indicator of wholesomeness was encountered with their excellent, genuine Turkish coffee. I am looking forward to getting back there to try other items on the menu. Experience for yourself - a great place to eat and for long-lasting memories. read more

Every time we eat here we're so glad this gem exists. The food is fabulous, I highly recommend the branzino - I get it every time! Brandon leveled up with when these guys opened their doors. 10/10. No notes read more

It was our first time here and it was amazing!! Ercan and the staff were very nice and helpful. Will come back very soon to share with others! read more

This place is just amazingly great. I have eaten many a time in home settings some great Turkish delights. Come here to experience the same you will be more than happy that you did. Friendly service that is very personable and with care that only is duplicated by a 12hr flight to Turkey. read more

Delicious food and the atmosphere is amazing and the service is always top notch I'll definitely would go back

This place is amazing !! Service is exceptional . Melisa offered wonderful service. Food is fresh and taste even better !

The food was absolutely amazing! We ordered so much that our eyes were definitely bigger than our stomachs. Melissa, our server, was wonderful--friendly, attentive, and made our dining experience even better. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

Very delicious food and excellent service! I enjoyed the ambiance the entire decor of the restaurant provides such an experience you feel like you are in Turkey. Whoever created this concept did a real very good job read more