Café Istanbul

Went here for the first time and tried their Adana Kebab. I was told that everything on the menu is Halal. Food was average and nothing special. What threw me off was how expensive they are. I paid $15 for a small portion of rice and 1 small kebab cut in half. This is ridiculous of the amount they are charging and the portion you are getting. Based upon my experience I will go somewhere else.

If the owner stated that the menu is "all halal", then he is lying. The only halal menu item is the sucuk (Turkish beef sausage). Nothing else is halal. Not only do they serve alcohol, some of the menu items also contain alcohol, i.e. at least one of the salads has an alcohol-based dressing. We used to eat here a lot until we realized it was not halal. Be careful eating here, and ask questions about what you are ordering. The food is okay, but I've had better Turkish food. It is very expensive.

Delicious food! i do love the sitting area! they say they have belly dancers at night! :(

I dont know if its Halal or not! But this place is clean! the food is tasty! Kinda Pricy!

This restaurant should not be on Zabihah. None of things are halal (Bale Dance, Beer etc) at this location. Only Halal meet claimed by owner make this place Halal among all other non-Halal items. Really?

A M

Google

Nov 10, 2025

4

Great place for Turkish food. Only complain is that they should have more vegeteriam entre choices. Highly recommend the dolmas, and phyllo filled with Turkish feta. Felafel are crispy and tasty as well.

Anonymous

Google

Oct 11, 2024

1

After a couple of days, I noticed the restaurant had charged my card for 2.5 times more than what I have put for tip. I had to contact them several times to get it back. Their explanation: be aware that if you are served, there is a fee for that. I don’t recommend at all!

Anonymous

Google

Oct 7, 2024

1

High prices for such small quantity! Order took so long. We were already in a bad mood when we got our appetizers. We ate them without bread! Because it took longer to get it. Staff was not available outside, and the food tasted bland ? Even my kids did not like the place! And asked me not to bring them here again!

Anonymous

Google

Oct 6, 2024

5

This place was fantastic, I would say the portions seem small when you get them. But when you are actually eating everything with the bread it's actually plenty filling. So the other reviews about small portions I would say are incorrect. The Doner is fantastic and I can't wait to come again. Definitely worth it. Price isn't too bad at all either. Most places in legacy are more expensive. Definitely recommend.

Anonymous

Google

Sep 27, 2024

5

We love sitting on their beautiful patio when the weather is nice. Food is delicious and service is great. We really enjoy the mixed grill platter when we come.

Anonymous

Google

Sep 21, 2024

4

The hype is real- some great authentic Mediterranean food! The grill platter is great for sharing. Drinks were good. The different dips we tried were great for starters. The bread they serve is a nice pairing with the food. Food could come out a bit hotter & service could be a bit more welcoming!