If you need to find a restaurant that will make you feel like you're on a culinary travel show, with spectacular service, who are very attentive to allergies, and have show stopping dishes, you must make yourself over to Constantinople! Especially great with a group so you can share the fun. I dm'd them on IG to ask beforehand about food allergy accommodation and they were so flexible and nice about it. My son has a dairy, egg, and nut allergy and they said they could for sure adjust to his liking so we felt comfortable heading there. We ordered an array of dishes so I'll start with the Instagrammable hits. The rosemary butter candle with bread (we also asked for one without dairy or egg for my son's allergies) was on the house and the candle not only added to the ambiance, but encouraged our pyro side to play with fire by dipping our bread into it. The bread itself comes puffed up like a balloon and self deflates which is also fun to watch. The pottery kebab is meant to share at $55 and the picture on the menu looked very promising. Our server recommended the beef so we went with that. The pottery kebab is actually lit and hanging out tableside for a good while. We took group photos with it and gawked at it while everyone got their food. The show doesn't stop there! The fire grows bigger, the server taps on it and breaks off the top with one swift move and out comes all the filling onto a metal plate. The dish comes with rice and fries (x2). The eggplant mousaka comes trapped in a lid and when opened, the smoke rises. This dish was also cheesy and very tasty! For dessert we chose the Kunefe which had sheep's cheese inside and it was sweet, salty, and had great textural differences and ofc a great cheese pull. Next were dishes that were more normal (no fire or smoke or cheese pulls) but great nonetheless. My son loves filet mignon so we asked for this without dairy, eggs, nuts. They subbed the mashed potatoes for fries and they ensured the rest of the dish was free of his allergies. We got two orders of beef ribs cuz the pic looked epic. I was thinking it would be like Argentinian asado but it was more like slow braised ribs. Ribs tend to be very fatty but these were on the leaner side and very tender. It was almost a bit dry but the sauce balanced it out. The chicken kebab was well received (I didn't try it). All in all, it was a great team building restaurant and our group had a fantastic meal and will be remembering this day for a while. Thank you Constantinople for an epic meal and our server was so friendly and funny. I'll def be coming back next time I'm in Portland! read more

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we came here for dinner tonight for my partners birthday! atmosphere is wonderful and the service was warm and friendly! we ordered the hummus, stuffed grape leaves, muska pastry, beef ribs, and the constantinople kebab assortment. everything was outstanding!!! the turkish bread is complementary and insane with the hummus! all the meat was flavorful and tender. we ended the evening with the chocolate soufflé and baklava! both were exceptional! the friendly service and delicious food made it a top tier dining experience, i can not wait to go back!! read more

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First off, kudos to the new owners for giving this longstanding building a fresh coat of bright, blue paint. It really catches one's eye along 21st Ave and makes the block look a lot nicer. As for the experience inside, the food was good. Prices are fair but a little on the high side. A mere felafel sandwich, for instance, would set you back $17. Anything with meat and we're talking more than $20. The server was nice and was quick to take our order. The order of baba ghanouj as an appetizer was quick to come out of the kitchen, thought it seemed to come with no independent pita bread (the waiter brought out what I assumed was a complimentary piece of pita along with 4 olives soon after sitting down and before we ordered the pita-less baba ghanouj). The wait between the appetizer and the entrees, however, was rather long. It seemed like at least 15 minutes. For lunch service, I expected it to be quicker. The "meatballs" were more like meat patties. They were tasty enough, but not what I expected. That may be due to my own lack of familiarity with Turkish food. I've had it a few times and I've even been to Turkey once (years ago), but I'm no expert. I'd give the place another chance but probably won't rush back. I wish them well though, particularly with that fresh coat of paint! read more

The food was more unique and did remind us of Turkey with more stews and not just kabobs. But as others have noted very slow staff. Took a good 20 minutes to take our order after we knew what we wanted. The bartender stopped by 10 minutes after we ordered and said you got your wine right? No wine glass in front of me... So an hour after we got there we finally got the bread and then the meal about 10 minutes later. We were very hungry. My beef stew was really good! The bread is good but not warm. When the wine finally came it was a very generous pour. My husband enjoyed his beef and lamb patties and the eggplant puree under was perfect for a diabetic. The other item that was an issue for me is the inside dining area has fluorescent lights in the fixtures. Those give me a headache. So if we go again I will want a seat on the inclosed patio with nice lighting or will need to take it to go. Since the lights were bothering me I wanted to leave quickly after eating. We got the bill ok after flagging someone down. I let him know the food was great but unfortunately the lights bother me. He said try the patio. Then he left the check and disappeared. After 5 minutes I decided to walk up front and remind him I have a headache from the lights so I would be waiting outside while my husband paid. read more

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What an amazing meal! First of all, free parking, you can relax and not worry about meter expiring. The setting felt relaxing, and we were sat next to the windows after checking in. We enjoyed the variety of options on the menu (not your typical Mediterranean food), every dish was delicious, the experience was fantastic with hospitable staff. The boss/manager also made the experience over the top with a nice gift for my daughter's and my wife (celebrating her birthday). Highly recommend! read more

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So glad to have serious Turkish food again, I've been missing it since Lokanta closed. Constantinople is a great Turkish restaurant, serving many classic dishes like manti, pide, and ezme, and it's all really good. When you sit down they bring you a lavas (puffed up bread), one of my favorite things. I know the menu looks a bit meat-heavy, but the vegetarian items are worth it; I had a stuffed eggplant dish (Karniyarik) that I'd never tried before and it was great. Constantinople occupies and entire building -- a former theme restaurant of some kind, which gives them spacious seating and lets it be well-decorated and quiet (although some of the decorations stare at you -- you'll see what I mean). Do make a reservation, though, they're quite popular already. The service was great -- very friendly and helpful. And not too expensive, and what's not to love? read more

Constantinople - Relaxed atmosphere - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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What a great find in northwest Portland! This spot opened up in November, and we were excited to try the first authentic Turkish restaurant in Portland. The inside of this restaurant is really nice. They've done a great job of making it feel elevated but still approachable. Cloth dinner napkins and tablecloths with comfy chairs and booth seating, but still the laid-back Portland vibe that you get at most restaurants here. We started with the Turkish Delight cocktail, which has a spirit called Raki in it, as well as muddled blueberry and pomegranate juice. Really fresh tasting! If you've never had Raki before, it has an anise/black licorice flavor and is definitely worth a try. They have a nice wine selection, and the next time we go back we'd like to try some of the Turkish wines they have. They brought out a complimentary puffed bread with marinated olives and a rosemary butter candle on the side. The bread was really nice and light! The olives were delicious and the butter candle was a fun thing I've never seen at a restaurant before. Our table ordered the following food: - Pottery kebab (we selected the beef option): the menu notes this, but it's definitely enough food for two people. They bring the pottery out on a bed of fire and then split the top open and pour the meat out in front of you. They also provide two plates that have rice and fries on them. The rice was INCREDIBLE! There was so much food we had to get a to-go box, so you definitely get your money's worth. - Falafel: our friend is vegan, so his options were more limited. He decided on this and said it was really good and he could tell they had made everything fresh. The portion for this is good as well -- not the small falafel you normally get at places. - Caprese salad: how they found good tomatoes this time of year is beyond me, but they looked incredible! Thick slices of cheese and a generous amount of basil and balsamic glaze. She said it was really good. If you're vegetarian, you likely won't have an issue finding something to eat here, but if you're vegan you're going to be a bit more limited in what you can have. Overall, this was a great find and we'd like to go back! read more

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Well we were excited to try this place after spending some time in Istanbul- was hoping for a decent Turkish meal. The place was crowded especially on a Wednesday night so good for them. We had a group of 8. I shared the spinach stuffed chicken with a saffron and curry sauce. Sounds great - eh? The hardest most overcooked chicken ever. Maybe we picked the wrong thing but even our eggplant appetizer lacked something. That said friends who had the filet enjoyed it. Service was friendly and they have an interesting cocktail menu. The puffed bread served free was very tasty. read more

Food is amazing from appetizer , entree, and dessert the food is delicious, well seasoned and the right amount of portions. Service staff is very friendly and attentive. We were seated quickly and my glass of water was never empty. They also had really cool looking decor and I love how the menu had pictures of all the food they had. read more

Constantinople - Sultan stuff chicken and the back is beef casserole - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We had a pleasant experience dining here on a Friday night. While it was busy we were quickly seated and attended to. We ordered the mixed mezza, moussaka, Adana kebab and a Turkish beer to share. All the dips that came with the mezza were good and the lavash comes out freshly made. My definite favorite was the baba ganoush. I really loved the moussaka too! Our waiter had a sense of humor which I always appreciate. Would recommend giving this place a try! read more

Constantinople - Mixed Mezza with fresh lavash - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I recently had a Lyft driver who's originally from Turkey, and, having recently returned from a trip to Greece and Türkiye, I asked him for a restaurant recommendation. He said Constantinople is the best in town, so of course we tried it out. Everything we ordered was delicious. The clay pot thing with the fire is fun, of course, but more importantly, it tastes good. So did the chicken stew, the kebab, and a couple of appetizers. I also liked the mule with raki. Service was also very good. Not fast, but this is the kind of meal that should be savored. The menu is quite big, with lots of choices even for vegetarians or me (I don't eat mammals). I'm really glad we went! read more

It is great to see an authentic new restaurant coming up in the NW21st happening area. There were few other establishments before in the same spot but the owner did a great job of upgrades to give a modern look with LED lighting. It looks like a fine dining, great date spot for any foodie. We have a big group gathering ~40 people and were given the side big room area with multiple tables and couple of dedicated waiters. They did an awesome job to keep all the orders and tabs correctly. The menu is nice and exhaustive with a good variety of dishes for everyone's preferences (vegan, vegetarian & non-vegetarian). It was my 1st time checking out the Ottoman & Anatolian cuisine styles. They bring out the big pita bread for the tables. The dishes were quite tasty and authentic. Overall, great ambiance, dishes and vibe. read more

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The food was not good at all. The kebab was burned, dry, and overcooked. The quality of the food did not justify the price, and the meal lacked flavor. I was also disappointed with the cleanliness, as I was initially given a plate that was not properly clean. The service was poor and not attentive. Overall, this was a very disappointing dining experience, and I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

Constantinople - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great service from Emrah! Love the pottery with chicken presentation and it was delicious! Inviting atmosphere. Reservation is recommended. It was full when we were dinning there. It was delightful to finish our meal with desserts and Turkish tea and coffee! read more

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Wonderful people, attentive and friendly service. You don't feel rushed but service is fast. We are stuffed. Everything tasted amazing . We ate all the small plates before taking photos. Place was full and clean well decorated surroundings. read more

Constantinople - Turkish wine. Syrah - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Wow!! Amazing food and service! I am in restaurant business for 33 years in Portland metro and a real foodie.This is one of the places that is a must. Owner is so attentive and personable. Was told by my companion who lived in Turkey for years that this is a very authentic Turkish cuisine. Will be back very soon read more

I celebrated my birthday last night with group of friends and it was a lot of fun with food presentation and Ridvan was a great server. Highly recommended this place and will visit again read more

Constantinople - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This Turkish restaurant is a great addition to a busy part of Portland, and I really appreciated that they have a parking lot. I went on a Friday night, so it was packed, but the service was still excellent. The menu is broad and interesting--almost too many good options to choose from. Everything we ordered was delicious. As a Middle Eastern girl, I would have loved to see more distinctly Turkish dishes rather than a mix of general Middle Eastern and Mediterranean items, but there truly is something for everyone. read more

Came in here randomly. Outstanding food and service. Generous portions. Definitely worth it. read more

Constantinople - Turkish coffee - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Mezze platter was fabulous, especially with the bread! Outside of that, the food was just fine, not crazy exceptional but solid. Menu a little pricey, but the portions are very generous so you'll definitely have left overs. read more

This place is definitely worth trying! They start you off with warm, fresh bread, which was the perfect way to begin the meal. Everything we ordered was delicious and full of flavor. The pineapple mocktail was refreshing and so good, and the lentil soup was one of my favorite parts of the meal. The entrées were just as impressive, with generous portions and great flavor. Overall, the food, drinks, and service made for a wonderful dining experience. I was visiting from California, and this was one of my favorite meals during my trip. I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

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The food was absolutely delicious! Not the same standard fare you'd find in Mediterranean restaurants. I highly recommend the hot mushroom appetizer and shrimp in butter (cooked perfectly). The lamb shank was also delicious. The service seemed a little lackluster and/or distracted (hence 4 instead of 5 stars) but I went with a group shortly after they opened so I will definitely be back and give them another try. read more

Terrible bland food. The worst turkish/mediterrainean food I've had. Over priced/ bad service. Oh, Also a friend of mine was walking by and they were cleaning up the parking lot with a leaf blower and they drenched him with leaves. Welcome to the community (not for long) No apology even issued. Avoid at all costs (which is very spendy) read more

We made a reservation for our party of 10. When we arrived, it was super busy, which I take as a great sign that they offer good quality food. I had the lamb casserole. It was soooo delicious! Seriously, the flavor and quality of this dish is superb. With the first bite this suddenly went from a restaurant dish to a home cooked with Turkish love kind of food. Everyone ordered something different and many appetizers and then shared with the rest. All was great! read more

Nope--this was not it fam. I was so excited to try Constantinople, and we came in around 6:40 on a Friday. We had a 7 pm reservation so were fine to wait as we knew we came early but was told "we'll put you at our best table" sarcastically and then put literally at the table next to the front door with people standing near us the whole time waiting to be seated. It took around 25 minutes for someone to come by and take our order and THREE TIMES he would start taking our order and then run away saying "I'll give you more time" --hello???? Finally we put our order in, it takes another 25 minutes to get drinks and around 50 minutes for our food to come out. Lots of people order the clay dish which is one hundred percent a gimmick for the price. The portion is so tiny for the price and it's just a 30 second show. We got the Ali Nazek kebab, the manti and the lahmacun, and the blueberry mocktails to drink. The kebab was very small for the price, we thought it would be twice the size, the manti were ok but the sauce was very bland, and the lahmacun was probably the only decent thing somewhat worth the price. Through the whole meal we were so nervous just watching waiters constantly colliding with each other around the corners and when the kitchen doors opened, you could see dishes and pots all over the floor. I'm not an inspector so honestly can't speak to that but it definitely was not appetizing to look at. Finally we just skipped dessert because we'd been there for so long and just asked for the check, and when we tipped (and we knew they calculated it after taxes), the waiter gave us the nastiest glare. Left a sour taste, and I really do not recommend this place unless you're just in it for gimmicky food with waiters who act like they're giving you their spleen in service. read more

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Constantinople is a truly special addition to Portlands food scene. I was very excited and curious to check out this new Turkish restaurant, which now occupies the iconic NW 21st space that was previously home to Carina Lounge (before that, Basta). The menu here is wonderfully extensive, with so many tempting options to choose from. Our server was great, and guided us through the menu in a thoughtful way. The food is clearly rooted in Turkish tradition (with some modern options), and you can tell real pride and care goes into the food here! Highly recommend getting the Mezze Platter, every dip was honestly SO good (the eggplant saksuka was prob my fav), and it was fun to use this variety of dips throughout the rest of our meal. It seemed like every table was getting the Pottery Kebab, which our server highly recommended for a unique experience - order it and see why for yourselves!! The Manti dumplings were also so delicious and comforting, you could tell the love and care that went into folding these tiny little yummy beef dumplings! Our server also introduced us to Turkish wine, which paired beautifully with the food. We wanted the full Turkish beverage experience and tried Turkish beer (excellent), Raki (similar to ouzo if that's your thing), with a delightful Kunafe with Turkish coffee/tea to finish the meal too. The renovated space is warm and welcoming, decorated with gorgeous Anatolian handmade rugs (Nedim, one of the owners here also owns Nomadic Vintage Rugs on SE Morrison!) the atmosphere is perfect for date night, a family dinner, or a group of friends who love to share plates and linger. This is the kind of place you leave already planning your return. I'll absolutely be back! read more

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What an amazing place! Great food, warm service and very affordable. I'll be back for sure!

This is an absolutely stellar restaurant. Gorgeous interior, incredible service, but the food steals the show. Portland has been needing a fine dining Turkish option and this is the perfect fit. Each dish popped with flavor. This is the type of place I want to come back to and eventually try everything on the menu. read more

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This new Turkish restaurant has brought fresh energy to the iconic NW 21st space once home to Carina Lounge, and it's already one of my favorite recent finds. We specifically requested seats at the bar, in my experience, it always gives you a closer, more personal feel for the food, the team, and the overall vibe. It was absolutely the right call. The ambience is lively and fun, and the moment you walk in, the aromas are incredible. The rosé Turkish wine was delicious and generously poured. The bread!!, the olives, and especially the butter dipping candle were standouts, simple, comforting, and unforgettable. We ordered the hummus along with the lamb and chicken kebab plates, and everything was outstanding. The meats were juicy and perfectly seasoned, the rice and vegetables were full of flavor, and you could tell real care went into every dish. The whole meal felt vibrant and beautifully balanced. The service was exceptional, attentive without hovering, warm without being performative. It's the kind of hospitality that feels rare in Portland these days. We left feeling genuinely cared for. It's exciting to finally have authentic Turkish cuisine in the neighborhood, and this team is doing it right. This is the kind of place you leave already planning your return. I'll absolutely be back, and I can't wait to try more of the menu. read more

Great Turkish spot with a very robust menu full of elaborate, flavorful dishes. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the kunafeh for dessert was absolutely delicious. The only downside was that the food took a while to come out, which was a bit challenging with kids--but overall, a lovely experience read more

Sitting for an hour and 15 minutes and still no food on the table... The food is not bad at all. Just don't come if you're super hungry... read more

Amazing food, incredible vibes, wonderful table service. Get the carrot yogurt, chicken shish kabob, kanafeh, and whatever else looks good to you--it probably will be! read more

Truly, 5 stars for this place is not enough! The service, the food, and the ambience are all amazing. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted with a smiling face and taken to your table. Right away there's water and someone there to help you out. The menu is very well done with high-quality pictures of each dish and descriptions of what they are. I ordered the Turkish delight cocktail, soup of the day, pide bread, and the grilled meatballs. The servers are more than happy to help you pick something if you don't know what you'd like. And something I don't think I've ever seen before, the butter came out as a lit candle. Which, somehow, made it taste so much better! This place was busy during dinner time, always a good sign! Don't forget to ask for the dates and make plans to come here again and again. read more

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Not quite sure who our server was as there was a rotation of people helping us, but the same individual who had sat us, I had asked about the menu and portions. I had noticed the pictures on the menu don't fit the portion given. I ordered the Beef Ribs (~$35) and the picture depicted 4-5 ribs. I had asked the server prior to ordering if the portion is accurate to the picture to which we were told yes. The plate came out with 2 ribs, one of which being mostly fat. Some transparency when asked would've been appreciated but other than that please don't advertise portion sizes that aren't accurate. read more

Last weekend, we ate at Constantinople for lunch. The menu had a wide variety of delicious appearing options. The food we ordered was delicious and the staff was friendly, welcoming and efficient. They were able to accommodate my dairy allergy without difficulty as well. We will definitely eat there again! read more

Called up trying to make a reservation since they don't do online reservations for some reason. "Hello....hmm how can I help you?" "Hi, I'm calling to set up a reservation for three for Friday between 5:00 and 6:30 if open?" "No, no availability." *Silence* "Okay, how about Saturday between the same time?" "Nothing" *Silence* "Thank you" Hung up. The people have to call in and get someone who has some people skills on the phone and is polite. read more

Such great service and ambiance - and even better food! Try the raki, so uniquely delicious!

Good food and reasonable prices Service is a whole different story, it looks " hi my name is.. and will serving you today " is not in Turkish customs . Forget about a smile. Plates ordered were forgotten and we have to remind our server with them. The worst part of the experience was the wait for the food to show up. I hope also the management forget about Turkish music. read more

This place was absolutely amazing!! The ambience when you walk in is so fun, the smells are delicious. They have a fairly large menu, couldn't decide, so asked our waiter to make my choice. He chose the chefs special bohca, and I couldn't have been happier! Every bite was new and exciting, plus adding the different dips from our mezzo plate appetizer made it even better! The service was awesome, very friendly and fun. We will definitely be coming back here again and again! read more

Constantinople - Chefs Special Bohca - Turkish Near Me - Portland, Oregon

First time having Turkish food and it was absolutely delicious! Everything I had was incredible and I will definitely be coming back with some more friends. Our server Ruben was also awesome, he made us feel so welcome and was extremely patient and helpful as we tried to figure out what to order as nobody in our party had had Turkish cuisine before. The ambiance of this spot is also great, would highly recommended sitting in the sunroom if they have space available! Can't wait to come back! read more