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    Istanbul Grill & Bar

    4.6 (526 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    JP P.

    Divine ! Everything is delicious and the staff is lovely . Highly recommend this downtown experience. There's plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans here .

    Tina L.

    My party and I weren't sure what we were in the mood for but decided on Istanbul Grill.. we weren't disappointed! The atmosphere was a bit on the fancier side but still relaxed, and I enjoyed looking at the decor. We immediately got our drinks and complimentary pita. We shared the cauliflower appetizer and the halloumi cheese, both of which were tasty! I got the hunkar begendi which was great.. I just wish the lamb pieces were a bit bigger. I had to try the Turkish coffee martini, which was better than most espresso martinis I've had! Our waiter was extremely attentive and helpful with recommendations throughout our dinner. I probably won't be back to Fort Worth soon, but if so, I'd come back to try their other menu items!

    Lamb Shank on roasted eggplant!
    Samuel J.

    If you are in Ft Worth you have got to try Istanbul! I was pleasantly surprised to find this gem amongst several other restaurants in the area. The service was excellent, the atmosphere was amazing, staff was super friendly. I had no wait time to be seated for dinner and food came out quickly. I had the fried cheese, not pictured but amazing! They give you an olive tapenade with pita that was also amazing. Then you can see my main course. This was hands down the most tender, juicy, flavorful lamp shank I've had with only one exception (original chef in Mt Vernon VA did his in a Merlot reduction that was redonkulous!). The Turkish coffee was the perfect closer to a great meal. If I am ever back in Ft Worth this place is on my list. Excellent job all around!

    Turkish Dessert
    Bernie F.

    The food was delicious. The service was great. The people were really nice, but the food was very delicious. I got the lamb chops and they were nicely grilled to perfection. The rice was amazing. The beans were tasty, the veggies were nicely grilled, and they still had a nice little crunch. Dessert was actually unexpectedly surprisingly delicious, ten out of ten overall.

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    Rudy L.

    Had a beautiful dinner with wifey. The food was delicious, and Safak our waitress was very attentive, polite and friendly! They had some smooth jazz like music playing and that along with the wine and food left us happy leaving the restaurant! Definitely coming back soon!

    Baba Ghanoush and Falafel
    Devin K.

    I really like this restaurant. The food was very good and it also had a good atmosphere. I got the beef kebab in my wife got the grilled Bronzino fish. Both meals were very good and I would definitely recommend the restaurant to anyone. There was also a bread service to start off the meal. That was very good as well. Overall, this is a good restaurant for a date and I would definitely recommend it.

    Kunefe
    Roberto G.

    Amazing place we found for a nice quick lunch. The place looks amazing and the staff was great. I was amazed at the extensive menu and the lunch options. I ended up trying the lamb burger. I know it sounds like a let down with everything else on the menu but I had never had a lamb burger so I said why not. Well let me tell you it was great. I normally do not order dessert but my boss insisted and tried the kunefe. Holy crap. Amazing!!!!!

    Zucchini Pancake
    Yarn Y.

    Not too sure how did this place averaging 4+ stars . It's a solid 3 stars Had lunch with a friend : we tried the cigarette borek which was just ok (3.2/5) and the zucchini cakes which were a little better but not great (3.4/5). For main , we both took the falafel dish which was really not great . That thing should not be called falafel . (2/5). We also tried a hummus plate which was mediocre (3.1/5) and sutlac for dessert which was the best thing in lunch - excellent ! (4/5). The Turkish coffee was also so-so This place was hovering around 2 stars but the sutlac raises it to 3 stars .

    Naan served as complimentary
    Johnny T.

    I took my date here as we were visiting downtown Fort Worth and saw this while strolling around. I'm really glad we came here as the interior was beautiful and clean, while the food was delicious and elegant. We split a salmon kebab with grilled vegetables and rice; my date felt the salmon was cooked perfectly (A little crispy on the outside and tender on the inside). I personally loved the vegetables. The sangria was okay too. The servers were nice, and as i'm in a wheelchair they were kind enough to move a small piece of furniture blocking my way in. A great experience!

    The tasteful dining room
    Megan A.

    I found my new go-to spot in Fort Worth! I absolutely loved Istanbul Grill & Bar. It's just a short walk from the hotel I stay at for work. The calming vibes of the Mediterranean flowed open and easy. There was no overkill with dingy and claustrophobic decor that makes you feel like you're in some dusty, old, never-ending bazaar. The decor, music, and lighting were all so tasteful. My friends and I dined around 4pm mid-week. It was perfect for an early dinner. Our server was attentive the whole time and pretty knowledgeable on the menu. He was patient with all our questions and everything came out in a timely manner. There was also no issues with splitting the check. Always a plus! We all got something different, and the portions were nicely sized for each dish. I ordered the grape leaves and the falafel plate. The grape leaves (4 to a plate) were pretty big. They were also pretty affordable considering the size. The falafels were also cooked and spiced perfectly! Crispy, hot, and soft on the inside. They were more flat; like small silver dollars v. the traditional falafel ball. Which I found to be so much better! The hummus was hands down the best I have ever had! It was incredibly smooth and creamy, and spiced perfectly. It was clearly homemade. I wish I had bought extra for the flight home! Overall, Istanbul Grill was a total win, and my friends who haven't had much exposure to Mediterranean cuisine raved about it the whole way home. This is absolutely, 10/10, my favorite Mediterranean restaurant, ever! I love finding new places to dine on my work trips. Once I find a tasty spot, it's a guarantee that'll make the time to go back for more.

    Salmon Kebab (top) and Beef Shish Kebab (bottom)
    Ivy N.

    This is genuinely some of the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. We ordered the beef kebab plate and salmon kebab plate. Everything was perfectly seasoned. The meat was so juicy and tender, and the grilled veggies had a nice char to them. The beef kebab plate came with a lemony herb sauce but it honestly didn't even need it. The salmon was tender and fresh. The food quality was definitely high. They also brought us pita bread and what I believe may be olive tapenade to start off with and that was pretty good as well. It tasted vinegary and made with fresh olives and olive oil. Service was attentive and nice. Inside is very spacious and clean with cultural decor. It would be a great spot for a date night out on the town. The restaurant is in Downtown Fort Worth. Pro tip, street parking is free on weekends!

    Tabouli and avocado appetizer
    Elicia N.

    Great service We shared the tabouli and avocado appetizers and beef kebab entree, so so so good! I added lime juice and sumac for flavor! Loved it, highly recommend. Very few lunch options in this area so great to have this option!

    Lamb Shank
    Erika M.

    Stopped in for dinner on a whim--and it turned out to be the best decision of the day. The customer service was warm and attentive from the moment we walked in. Impressed by the service, even at dinner rush. Every dish we tried was full of flavor, but the real star was the meat--perfectly seasoned and so tender it practically melted in our mouths. A true hidden gem for Mediterranean cuisine. We'll definitely be back!

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