Empire Turkish Grill
4.0
22 reviews
100% will return

Empire Turkish Grill

12448 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX

Turkish$$

Halal summary

Staff has given verbal assurance of halal status. All food at this restaurant is certified halal.

Fully halal
Alcohol allowed but not served
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About Empire Turkish Grill

After centuries of tradition, years of practice, and months of extensive preparation Empire Turkish Grill is now ready and delighted to take you through the experience of our world-known Turkish hospitality. Our professional Chef and his crew are eager to present you with a delicious bouquet of dishes from our authentic Turkish cuisine.

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Hours

Monday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Amenities

Parking space
Handicap access

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Location

12448 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX

4.0
22 reviews·14% would return
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Ferhat Demir

Dec 21, 201511 reviews
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They have sold not halal meat for a long time to people. They accidentally confessed they buy meat from Walmart! Then they said; no we buy from somewhere. The thing is, the place they said is closed and Mexican people running that place now. The place doesn't have any idea 💡 what is halal. Even I see they use Nema's meat anymore, still I don't go that place. Shame on them.!

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The Challenger

Oct 21, 201510 reviews
5

Nice place. Food is exceptional. Must try their baklava. Inside is very clean and neat. A little bit expensive but still good.

Would return
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Servet Saglam

May 27, 20154 reviews
5

I was there last Sunday: nice atmosphere, great food, good service. The owner is Turkish and verbally assures that the meat is halal. I had tried their mixed grill before, so I knew I wouldn\'t regret for anything I order. Their lentil soup is a must try. Lamb kabob is very delicious. For dessert, I tried \"Keskul\" this time-- it\'s to die for! I strongly recommend this restaurant to both individuals and groups/families.

Would return
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Z Mohammed

Jun 8, 2014130 reviews
4

For the full review, please <a href='http://zainshalalreviews.blogspot.com/2014/06/empire-turkish-grill-pricey-but.html'>click here</a>.

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Cubi Archi

Oct 25, 20134 reviews
4

Service is slow and a little pricy but everything was so tasty. I wish they dont serve alcohol:(

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Ibn Fooduta

Oct 15, 2013329 reviews
4

I would order the kabab if i went here again. Over priced food. But then again, I haven't ever found decent priced turkish food anywhere in Texas. Parts of memorial are so eery and quiet and this location is in one of those areas.

Would return
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Kashif Ijaz

May 26, 20138 reviews
3

Pit pricy but food was tasty

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Ulkar Hasanova

Feb 1, 20125 reviews
5

I tried almost every Turkish restaurant in town. And this one has best Kabobs. Its pricey but is is worth it. You can go there for special occasions or for lunch.

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Samia Ishaq

Dec 1, 201142 reviews
3

The food was okay, it was a bit cold though. I have been to better Turk restaurants, that serve better food and service. I probably won't come here again.

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Gokhan Ozen

May 8, 201130 reviews
5

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Helen Lin

Dec 28, 200931 reviews
4

It's true that this restaurant is a bit pricey, but it's ideal for a special night out or entertaining guests. I've been here several times with out-of-town guests and friends who wanted to try Turkish food -- they were all pleased with the food and left satisfied! The kazandibi is my favorite dessert here.

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Sara Durrani

Aug 21, 200918 reviews
4

Nice elegant Turkish restaurant. The food is good, and the setting and atmosphere are nice. A nice place to take family and guests. The downfall is that its pretty expensive. Even lunch prices are high. The appetizer bread is good but it isn't warm. Overall good food. Just a bit high on the budget.

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emrah demir

Mar 15, 20091 review
5

we found this place from this site (www.zabihah.com) food and service was excellent most of all our guests were so happy .

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Ali Abbas

Feb 24, 200915 reviews
4

Nice Place. Good Food.

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Tarek El-Kolalli

Apr 30, 20084 reviews
5

Excellent food and service. Bread is fresh. Great appetizer combinations. Rice and kebab are fresh, tasty, and wonderful. One of our favorite restaurants.

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Mustafa Asif

Oct 15, 200620 reviews
3

food is ok and service is aight, catered for the american public. they also serve wine. so thats a turnoff.

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Muhammad

Jun 5, 200616 reviews
5

Consistenly good, and the lunch special is very reasonably priced.

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Ahmed Sirajuddin

Feb 5, 20061 review
1

this place is overpriced, the food is decent. I like turkish food, but this one is just average at best, and EXTREMELY pricey...

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L V

Jun 17, 200518 reviews
5

Food is good, but expensive. Ask many times if they served zabihah halal, and they said they did. They also serve alcohol.

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Muhammad Sizar

Feb 7, 200426 reviews
4

The food is very delicious and juicy, but is a little on the expensive side.

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Scott Grant

Nov 5, 200328 reviews
5

foods are very gooog I know all foods are halal you have to check back

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Hasan Hakeem

Jan 16, 20032 reviews
4

This is one of the better Turkish restaurants in Houston. The food is excellent with a very wide variety of foods to choose from.