The baklava was delicious. The falafel was good but really should have came with a side dip of tzatziki- it had some white stuff on top but it was minimal and didn't really taste as I thought it would, so I'm not sure if it normally comes with a side and they just forgot? The spicy hummus was good and the portion size was more than enough. read more

What can I say... Fantastic venue Outstanding food Superb service Great Greek atmosphere And... they give a military discount! Nothing like it in this area. read more

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I finally had a chance to catch up with my great friend and fellow Elite Yelper Vanessa T. this evening, with a much anticipated dinner at Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen. I must profess that I'm a relative newbie when it comes to Mediterranean fare, but luckily Vanessa is an accomplished professional in this category, so thankfully she was there to save the day. The dining room left a lasting impression on us, and in a very good way. It was evident that the owners painstakingly made every effort to raise the bar and set their eatery apart from other Mediterranean establishments. The aura was so serene and tranquil, that I wouldn't have been surprised if there was an attached day spa. I would have taken more pics of the dining area, but I didn't want to go all "paparazzi" on the other patrons. In times such as these, where the chaos and hardship of the Covid pandemic is seemingly never-ending, Bodrum brings a much needed intermission, and it's greatly appreciated. We each ordered dishes to share, as we always do, and goes as follows: Appetizer Sampler: Hummus with Pita Bread, Stuffed Grape Leaves, Falafel, Sautéed Eggplant I thoroughly enjoyed the smooth, creamy texture of the Hummus, and paired exceptionally well with the fresh pita bread. It was my first time trying Stuffed Grape Leaves, and it must be an "acquired" taste, because...well...it wasn't for me. The rice and herbs on the inside were fine, but I think it was the sour notes from the lemon....juice?....oil?...sauce?....and the tinge of bitterness from the leaves that threw me off. At least I can say I tried it, though. Needless to say...Vanessa loved it. I'm not a fan of eggplant, so I passed on that offering, which was fine with my dining counterpart, because more for her. The Falafel was toothsome and flavorful with a perfectly crisp exterior, however, they were served lukewarm at best, so that took away from the experience. Spinach and Feta Pizza: Highly enjoyable flatbread pizza offering, reminiscent of my favorite white pizza, served with a side of Tzatziki sauce for dipping. Chicken Sauté: This dish was wholesome without being too hearty, and was easily enough for two meals. The flavors are likened to a Chicken Cacciatore (hope I spelled that right), and the zest of acidity from the sauce and seasonings really shined through. Lemoncello: Ooooh, this was good. Layers of soft, lemony sponge cake and light as air whipped cream? More, please. Kadayif: Although the satisfying crunch from the shredded wheat was somewhat missing, the flavors were spot-on, pistachios were plentiful, and the addition of vanilla ice cream had us going back for more. There WAS a few...unfortunate drawbacks to this otherwise extraordinary dining adventure. We were dine-in patrons, but were served our meals and drinks in to-go containers and cups...at our table. We ordered at the counter, because there is no signage at the entryway to indicate whether we seat ourselves, wait for a hostess to greet us, or anything of the sort. We brought this up to the gracious lady who serviced us at the counter, and while she profusely apologized and transferred our entrees onto plates, the heat of the dishes were somewhat lost during the transition. Mishaps aside, I would certainly come back and I recommend Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen to one and all. To all my fellow Yeeps, thanks for reading, SUPPORT your local eats and businesses, and as always....SYOY! read more

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Great customer service and very nice seating area. I had the sampler which gave me the option to try different vegetarian dishes and I loved them all. Everything was delicious as you can tell from my plate. I had the sweet tea and yes it's sweet and made with real tea. read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Appetizer Sampler - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This place was fantastic! Very quick to be seated, meal ordered and delivered. It was perfect. Restaurant was nice and cozy. The server was very very attentive! Food was bursting with flavor and delicious! Would recommend!! read more

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This place has changed. The food use to be so good. Now it's bland and and lacks consistency. Maybe they got a new cook, but whatever it is, it's not the same. I'm gona find a new kabob place in the area, I'm done with this place. read more

We have driven past this place many times and decided to finally check it out.... The decor is super cute and the staff friendly. I like how there are cute cubby areas for some of the tables near the windows. The menu is not huge but there are a decent amount of options to pick from...unless you're vegan. The online menu showed a few things as vegan but as hubby ordered waitress said the lentil soup had butter and the falafel had egg. So he basically had to order the only option of sautéed veggies with double salad since the rice has butter also. Calling their side items "Salad"is a very liberal definitions. It's a pile of shredded iceberg, pile of shredded carrots and pile of shredded cabbage. No dressing no toppings. That isn't a salad. Each entree comes with soup and I got the chicken orzo. There was no orzo in it at all and the chicken was from a can. The broth was delicious tho. Probably will be in no rush to go again read more

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This place is a must GO! We live near the beaches and try to go to this place at least once a month. We always try to take different groups of family/friends to this place. Everyone loves it. The food is amazing and the service is great. Even with going once a month our regular server always remembers our drink order. Can't remember her name but is great. Food is . Recommendations are the spinakopita, sautéed eggplant, beef skewers and the bordrum shrimp. Only negative feedback is where is my favorite dessert??? It was shredded filo (kataifi) with ice cream. Bring it back lol The Turkish tea was great at the end of the meal Highly recommended this place read more

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Traditional meditation food. Very good portion. Service was fine. Nothing special but good and its very cute inside. Beautiful . We will return and bring friends read more

We have been getting carry out from Bodrum since before we moved to the area. Finally had the opportunity to dine in and loved it! Love the seating, tables are spaced nicely with some tables nicely secluded and private. Service was wonderful from start to finish, our drinks were always refilled, ordering was quick and easy with food coming out quickly. We started with the hummus duo. Enjoyed both and the soft pita was great, especially with the spicy hummus. Much more hummus than pita, would have loved some raw veggies to dip into the hummus too. Luckily, our platters had lots more pita to enjoy with the hummus. We both ordered the lamb gyro platters with also come with soup. The chicken orzo soup was perfect on this chilly night. By the time I got to my platter, I was almost full. Overflowing plate of gyro meat with a pile of pita, veggies and tzatziki. The rice on the platter was delicious, I normally am not a big fan of rice, but this rice was so flavorful. Boxed half my meal and will enjoy it again tomorrow! Looking forward to our next visit and saving room for dessert. read more

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Delicious food! Yum to the lentil soup and the lamb gyro platter. We loved our server. He as very friendly and helped explain the menu to us. The decor is so pretty but the vibe is very low key! read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Lamb Gyro Platter - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

This is one of the best authentic places I have ever eaten. It's absolutely beautiful inside. My boyfriend and I made a reservation and had our own little room to sit. The waiter was super kind and gave up complimentary tea and soup with our meals. I got the hummus trio, urfa platter and the yummy baklava cheesecake. read more

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I don't really eat Mediterranean food that much but I decided to come here on my lunch break and I'm glad I did! She told me I can sit wherever I would like. I was by myself and I decided to sit beside the window so I can look outside while I relax. The menu had so many options I decided to get the lentil soup (the chicken soup was crossed out) and it was very good and steamy just how I like it! My chicken Gyro bowl was absolutely delicious! So many different flavors and the pita was so soft and warm it was all so good. This is my first time eating Mediterranean food since Greece and I was not disappointed at all! I do recommend this place. They have wonderful customer service!! Bonus military discount! read more

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We've really enjoyed our visits to this cute little restaurant. They've added an outdoor porch area which really sets the mood for this Mediterranean restaurant. The restaurant is clean, the staff is friendly and the lentil soup (creamy like a bisque) is delicious. read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Spicy hummus with a Greek beer - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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I've been having a hankering for Mediterranean food. I was in the downtown area, did a quick Yelp search and voila, Bodrum popped up. I put the address in my GPS and found this place nestled in a stripmall. I walked in and felt like I was transported to a small taverna. I spent a little time in Greece in college and remember the white and blue accents everywhere. I was immediately greeted by a kind gent who said I could be seated anywhere. The interior of this place screens Mediterranean. The floors are tiled in a blue and white faded tile, white and blue accents inside adorn the walls and the interior makes you feel like in you're in someone's home (in a good way). I was given the menu, looked it over and decided to get the lamb gyro and a diet Coke. The server quickly brought over my drink and then gave me a complimentary cup of soup. Which was rich and creamy and delicious. What a lovely touch. Then came out my gyro, stuffed to the gills with lamb, veggies and taziki sauce. The first bite required me to cut the pita. The pita was warm and soft, the taziki was thick and creamy, and the lamb was perfectly cooked. The fries were seasoned well and crisp. The server then asked if I wanted some tea, which I obliged. I'm not a huge tea fan, but I always find restaurants to do a far better job at making it than me. What came out was a work of art. The tea was in a beautiful glass cup, with an evil eye on it. They also gave you a sugar cube, which I loved! Looking for a change of pace in Jacksonville? Looking to escape to a beautiful Mediterranean town? Then look no further, check out Bodrum, you'll feel like you escaped to a beautiful Mediterranean paradise and you'll be treated like family. Pros: -Variety of items on the menu -Delicious homemade soup and tea -Beautiful interior -Friendly staff Cons: -None Tips: Come here with a few friends, order a bunch of appetizers and share away. read more

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I stumbled across this Mediterranean restaurant after leaving a business meeting and enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. Parking was a bit of a challenge, but we lucked out on our second swing through the small lot as a car was pulling out of a spot. Bam, parking done. The restaurant was busy. Every table was filled, but our luck held again as a group was just finishing their meal and leaving. The server quickly cleaned the table and we were promptly seated, menus in hand. I started with the lentil soup, which was very good and served with the spoon resting against the cup. I followed this with the gyro platter, again a winner and the portion was generous and the price point was fair. The restaurant is bright and inviting and the servers were engaging and attentive. All in all it was a great lunch. read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Gyro platter - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Excellent lentil soup. The spicy hummus also very good. Good service and large portions. Good food and good value! read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Beef kabob platter - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Wanted a gyro and did some research and found this spot which wasn't too awfully far from home. Bright and clean spot with outdoor seating (some shaded). The inside dining was empty so we had our pick of tables Our server Victoria was happy to give us her recommendations as well as answer all of our questions. We opted to start with the hummus trio. I had never had spinach hummus before and am happy to report it is yummy. The spicy and regular hummus were flavorful and quite marvelous with the soft warm pita triangles. They also offer you a complimentary cup of their lentil soup. It is warm and thick and quite tasty. Teen and I ordered the gyro sandwich with fries. The gyro is huge. The meat is tender and not at all greasy. The tzatziki sauce is lightly tart and flavorful. The pita is marvelously soft and perfect. It ranks as one of the best gyros I've had in a long time. Fries were hot and crisp. I wasn't as fond of the flavoring on top but teen loved them. None of us could finish our meals. Definitely coming back! read more

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Have a Mediterranean craving for some babaganoush or tabouli? Well you have to try Bodrum! Located in a little plaza is an eclectic shop serving some of the best Mediterranean food around! We went here for lunch and were quickly seated, and our server was extremely nice and attentive. For food, we decided on traditional babaganoush, tabouli, and lamb saute. Babaganoush is similar to a hummus, made up of egg plant, olive oil, and lemon. The one we had was light, refreshing, and had a nice touch of sourness to it that was not too overpowering. The tabouli was a huge bowl of parsley, tomato, onions, and lemon vinaigrette that tasted so fresh! I heard the sound of knifes chopping throughout the visit and just imagined the chef chopping up more parsley to serve the other guests. The lamb saute was tender, flavorful, served w/ pickled vegetables to balance the richness of the lamb and all in all, we loved the food and would go back for more! TLDR; eclectic shop with some of the best Mediterranean food for the money. Fresh, light, flavorful - will definitely make time to come back! read more

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Pleasant surprise, didnt expect it to be this good. Tried kebab platter, it was awesome, so was the baklava cheesecake. Hummus could have been better and only 5 courtesy pitas...rest are chargeable unlike some other places i have been to. But they hv excellent chicken soup as complimentary and that counts. So 5 stars.. read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Chicken urfa platter - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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This very nice restaurant is fairly new located near NAS Jax. The place is nicely laid out with pretty decor. A lot of soothing blue. There are two small alcove in the front with two tables. I love Mediterranean and was excited to try it. My first time I went for lunch. I had a Falafel Platter & my friend at the Lamb Gyro. The platter came with Hummus & salad. It was so delicious that I just had to come back with friends. Second time was for dinner party of four. One of my friends is a vegetarian & was so excited that he wanted to try everything. We had the Lamb Platter, sautéed eggplant, Lamb Urfa, Hummus Trio. Urfa is smoked ground chicken or lamb with herbs, shaped into a sausage. It's so delicious. The food is fresh. Everything was delicious. At the end of the meal they offer a complimentary black tea. Nice ending to a great meal. Sara the owner is very nice who is passionate about her restaurant. She named the restaurant after a town in a Turkey. The wait staff was great. If you like Mediterranean cuisine give it a try. It's Healthy eating. You won't be sorry. read more

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Do you want food so authentic and delicious that it will make you sing and dance? Well, this is your next stop! Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh Caught in a Bodrum-ance. Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh Caught in a Bodrum-ance. Ra-ra-Sangria Roma hummus-ma Gyro , Ooh la-la Want your Bodrum-ance! read more

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Been here at the Bodrum 2x and to be honest I'm questioning myself why do I not go here everyday?!?!? This place is so amazing! First off this restaurant is located in Roosevelt which yay! For me since we live close to this heaven. Second, when you go inside the decor is so amazing! From the walls to the tables and chairs you just know that this place was well thought out. Third, the food!!!! Is the bomb!!!!! I got the chicken shish kebab and the flavor just explodes in your mouth! And lastly the employees that works here are Amazing! They go way above and beyond to make your experience so wonderful!! We are very very lucky to have this gem in Jacksonville! I definitely recommend this place 1000x read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Chicken Shish Kebab Platter - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

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Yessss!!! What a fantastic beautiful place. It's small but so clean and welcoming. We were so hungry I forgot to take pictures. We started with the lentil soup and falafel - both were wonderful. Hubs had Iskender (beef) served in this delicious tomato based sauce with the most delicious yogurt. I had a lamb gyro with a Greek salad and it was soooo amazing. We'll definitely be back. Happy to hand stumbled across this place!! read more

I met up with some girlfriends for lunch and as soon as we stepped through the doors we knew we were in for a treat- I love a strip plaza storefront that surprises you once you are inside- you felt transported! We picked a little table in the front window and perused the menu. I went light- chicken soup and spanikopita. The chicken soup was very flavorful, big chunks of chicken! The spanikopita was different than what I am used to, but still delicious. My friends both thoroughly enjoyed their foods- Robin got a traditional gyro and it almost magically disappeared! Jean went with a chicken dish and ate healthy and still had plenty of leftovers for dinner! The only ding was that we stayed and chatted and enjoyed each others company, but the dishes weren't cleared away. I like to think the server didn't want to interrupt, but my friend was wishing for a cleared space. I hope to stop in and try more next time! read more

Very authentic Mediterranean food with wonderful service and an amazing atmosphere!! Our family ate here once and automatically put it in our list of favorites to keep going back to! read more

Can I give more than five stars? It's been awhile since I've been to a place where I truly enjoy a great experience but did not break my budget. Our trip to this restaurant was by chance when we stopped by nearby Target and saw their restaurant passing by. Upon entry, the room was bright and pristine white and inviting. The place was clean and roomy enough for our party of three. We ordered 3 entrees and they were all amazing. The dishes felt authentic and the amount of food was a good size. The dishes came with complimentary soups. which was perfect with the cold weather. Service also was outstanding. Our server was attentive to our needs and made recommendations when we asked for suggestions. To end our lunch experience, we ordered dessert and we were also given complimentary tea to go with it. They paired perfectly. We might have found a 'go to' dining place when we feel like eating some Mediterranean cuisine. read more

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It was my first time there, I asked the cashier what they recommended and they recommended Moussaka. Delicious!!! A must try read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Moussaka. Delicious! - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Delicious food! The most excellent service we have had in a long time. Fair prices and a great atmosphere. read more

Bodrum Mediterranean Kitchen - Appetizer Sampler with spicy hummus, falafel, spanakopita and stuffed grape leaves, served with lentil soups. - Salad Near Me - Jacksonville, Florida

Really good Middle Eastern food and perfect if you tend to lean toward vegan or vegetarian, which I do. They have lots of options that don't sacrifice flavor for veganism, if that is a word, which it is not. They have lunch specials too, so it is easy on the wallet, parking is excellent in a lot out front and service is friendly and efficient. But the food: Eggplant Appetizer - really delicious, grilled and full of flavor Hummus Trio - hmm, loved one, one was too spicy and did not like the other. So get the one I loved. Yes, I don't remember which one it was so I am being purposely vague. Gyro Platter - don't get in a tizzy, I ate vegetation but my lunch companion got gyro. He loved gyro, he loved this gyro. Good spot, it has been a few different things but this is so good I think this one will last. read more

Terrible... just ordered the Lamb Gyro and not only was it cold but the meat was dry and the pita was stale.had shredded carrots ... who eats shredded carrots with Gyro platter. Not a good reason to charge 20 bucks. read more

Good spot for a quick lunch meal. I typically order a chicken gyro which takes them around 10-15 to serve. The location is clean and calm to sit and eat. read more

Pretty good turkish food. Lentil soup was good. Sigara Borek. Wow. Light and tasty Grape leaves . Good Hummus. Ok Eggplant ok Shepherds salad. Chopped, not our style Meats, chicken, beef, lamb...real good. Ambiance. Nice inside. Good service. Overall, we would come back. read more

My friend and I saw this spot when we went next door for coffee at Kahve and wanted to try them out once they were open. My friend got the Lamb Sauté with naan bread. The food was hot and well seasoned. I did not order anything as I was not hungry but I will be ordering food next time I come by. The restaurant was clean and welcoming. The staff were kind and quick to help us. read more

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Gyro sandwich was delicious! We got the 4 sampler, spicy humus, grape leaves, eggplant and fried spinach was great! Chardonnay, nice atmosphere and good service! read more

This cute little restaurant was a surprise for the senses. The staff is attentive and accommodating substitutions, specifically the hummus sub for rice! The spanakopita was the best I've ever tasted. The fresh herbs and cheesiness put it over the top. The mixed grill was a great helping of many nicely flavored meats. The mousakka came with many fresh herbs to blend into the dish. The hummus was offered spicy or regular so I naturally went spicy! The baklava cheesecake was beyond dessert incredible! read more

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Valentine and we thought we would give it a try and we were so glad we did. Crowded but were seat as we walked in the doorGood start plus the amount of takeaway orders going out says somethingBright decor and clean, the servers were polite and very attentive and displayed manners I have not seen in a restaurant in years! Can't wait to go back and try the rest of the menu. Large servings of authentic dishes and reasonable price points. No complaints only praise read more

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Deliciosa comida, todo fresco y se saber muy agradable, la sopa de lentejas fue de lo mejor. Great place !

This place is really good. I like their falafel sandwich, their veggie bowl and their hummus. They also have great lamb chops. The staff is friendly and they are usually good about having our order ready at the pickup time when we place to go orders. read more

What a wonderful new place, sorry I waited so long to visit. The lentil soup is superb. The chicken saute is fabulous. The chicken gyro bowl is a work of art. Take half your meal home and have baklava cheesecake with Turkish tea for dessert, you'll thank me later. Our server,Alena, was very efficient, knowledgeable, and sweet. The owner was a sweetheart as well. If there wasn't a pandemic it would probably be an hour plus wait to get in. As it is they are doing steady takeout business. All those 5 star reviews are spot on, they are going to need a larger location. read more

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