This place is special. The wait staff is just naturally friendly, the decor is beautiful and unique, and the food is authentic and delicious. (Turks definitely know how to grill meats! ) Can't wait to return. read more

I was in town for a baseball tournament, and since my hotel was just down the street, I happened to drive by this restaurant. I made a U-turn, and I'm glad I did. The restaurant has been under new ownership for about a month. I was greeted right away and quickly seated. I wanted to order the chicken and beef tenderloin combo, but I was told it wasn't available--even though both items were available individually. That was a little confusing. I ended up ordering the beef tenderloin. It was cooked well done, although no one asked how I wanted it prepared. I would have preferred medium. To start, I ordered the baba ghanoush, which was delicious. They also brought out a huge basket of fresh, homemade bread served with balsamic vinegar and olive oil--definitely one of the highlights of the meal. For my entrée, I skipped the rice and requested double vegetables. Instead, I received double salad. While everything tasted great, for a $36 entrée I was hoping for extra grilled vegetables like cauliflower rather than more salad. Overall, the food was very good, and I'd come back. The restaurant has plenty of seating both inside and on the back patio, TVs throughout, a full bar, and a nice selection of craft beers on tap. It has a welcoming atmosphere and is worth checking out. The staff was friendly, the manager (a lady) was very nice and gave me a small sample of a tomato pico looking item and told me to try it. read more

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It's a great spot. Convenient parking, polite staff, and delicious food. I enjoyed everything.

We were absolutely blown away. We were a bit apprehensive at first because we learned the restaurant had changed hands, but that feeling vanished The moment we taste the food . the dishes were fantastic. The kebabs were wonderfully marinated and cooked to perfection. We even meet the chef and expressed our special thanks . The staff were also very polite and professional. The restaurant was clean and well organized. We will definitely be coming here much more often... read more

Food quality was great! The pide was crispy and flavorful. The other meat dish I forgot the name of was also great! Bread (not pictured) was also soft and fluffy, went well with the olive oil and vinegar. The staff were nice and welcoming. Portions did lean just slightly on the smaller side though. read more

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Attentive and friendly staff, and the food was delicious. The bread was great, and the beef patty kofta was well-seasoned. The Sigara Böreği were rich, and there was plenty of bread to enjoy with the dips and olive oil, perfect amount of food overall. The shrimp were huge and tasted fresh. Ending the meal with baklava and Turkish tea was a great touch, perfect for relaxing and slowing down after eating. read more

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Mangal is a hidden gem! We have been passing by the restaurant for years, and we finally had the chance to check it out. The decor takes you on a journey to Turkey. Our daughter enjoyed seeing all the decorations of fruits and the tv playing different scenic picture of Turkey. The staff are super attentive and friendly. Our daughter is 2, and she makes it known with her energy and volume. The staff were understanding and engaged with her, which was a relief to us. Initially, the menu was a bit overwhelming. However, our server, and we assume the owner, walked us through it and provided recommendations. We went with... 1) combo appetizer with the yogurt, atom, baba ghanoush, and picked vegetables. Everything was flavorful and fresh. We deemed it better than Dish Dash's appetizer combo. Shhhh. The baba ghanoush was not as smoky as I am used to, but had good flavor. It was not overpowering. 2) Branzino meal - fish was cooked perfectly. The skin was crispy and flaky. The fish, although thin, was juicy. It came with a side salad and rice. Salad was delicious!!! 3) We got an assortment of meats: 1 shrimp, 2 orders of chicken shish, and 2 orders of filet mignon shish. Everything was amazingly tender and seasoned well. Initially, we thought the portions were rather small, but the food was rich and we had leftovers. The shrimp was a bit overpriced at $6/piece. 4) Their assortment of bread was amazing! Super moist and fluffy! It paired well with the appetizer combo. 5) Drinks: Maker's near and Tito's soda. Decent pour and well-balanced drink. We would definitely like to come back, but skip on the drinks and combo. We probably stick to the dinner meals as well. All in all, a great first experience, and Dish Dash's has some serious competition. read more

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We visited this restaurant for the first time a few days ago on a weeknight. It's a large space with very few customers. Menu was small. Waitress informed us that they have changed from Turkish food to Persian food. Not knowing what to expect, we ordered a chicken dish, a beef dish, and babaganoush as appetizer. You know sometimes when a restaurant is too quiet you wonder if they manage to keep the ingredient fresh. To our surprise, all the food came out excellent from quality, freshness, seasoning, and cooking. Portion was generous. I like the variety of complementary sides they put on the plate. Service was also excellent. Dinner entrees range from $22 to $36, quit reasonable for what they deliver. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Chicken thigh dinner entree. Chicken was tender, juicy, and well marinated. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

The first thing I have to mention is the incredibly unique free bread that is given to the table. It is a traditional Turkish bread that is huge and a nice way to compliment the meal. The portions are not that big by the quality and taste are great. I tried the combination plate and all of the meat options were tasty and juicy. The interior is huge with plenty of seats, and the staff are very helpful. read more

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The 1 star is for everyone's awareness of they had changed the menu completely and no longer a Turkish restaurant. Sorry for the long review but need to let people know about the change of this place. Our first time at this place last night. I even called to ask about their Turkish grill a day before since we planed to treat our friends who came all the way from Japan. We were super disappointed when they gave us a menu that only serve a few entrees of kebab (forgot to take picture of their current menu), very limited of salad options, plus Persian dessert? I showed the pictures from Yelp and asked the waitress, she said those were old menus. We asked how old and whey did they change, she said 2 weeks ago! I was like... but I called just a day ago that they didn't say anything. What a scam! The waitresses there were polite and filled with smiles but they acted weird. When we still had food on our dishes, they kept asking if we were done. After a few times, one of us said she's good, the waitress took away her dish while we still had food on the table that we were sharing. There were only 5 tables of customers in the restaurant, the place was quite empty, not sure why they were so rush. So after other friends finished the shareable food, another waitress gave the charging device to our friend without giving us the check or showing us what we have ordered, just directly put the charging device on our table, that we had to ask for the check to see if we were charged correctly. So awkward! About the food, not too bad. The chicken special was ok and the beef was dried, anyways we managed to finish them all. At least their salad dishes were fresh. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - Overall their kebabs were dried. $30 for Chicken special; $33 for a thin slice of beef tenderloin which was super dried. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

I don't usually write negative reviews--mostly because I do my homework and tend to choose places I'm genuinely excited about. This one was disappointing enough to feel worth documenting. My boyfriend and I ended up here after attempting to go to Treehouse nearby (which had an hour wait--unsurprising given the concept). This restaurant was a short walk away, which actually worked out well given how congested the area was, and we walked in optimistic. The space itself is very large, but nearly empty for a weekday evening. It felt family-owned and casual, which I usually love--many of my favorite restaurants fall into that category. Unfortunately, the experience didn't reflect that warmth. We were given a different menu than other diners, which immediately felt odd. Service wasn't overtly rude, but it was noticeably unwelcoming--almost a "why are you here?" tone rather than hospitality. We ordered hummus and feta, both of which were surprisingly expensive for the portion and quality. We were told bread would arrive automatically with the hummus, but it didn't--despite asking multiple times. When it finally arrived, it was poorly cooked and no longer served any purpose, as we were already well into the meal. Despite the restaurant being far from busy, our mains took about 30 minutes. One dish--a kebab--was fine but very forgettable for a $30+ price point. My dish, dumplings in a yogurt-based sauce, was honestly inedible. I left it untouched and mentioned that it didn't taste good. The response was simply, "Oh, so you don't want a box?" No attempt to fix the issue or even acknowledge it. What sealed it for me was the overall condition of the place. Dirty cutlery, a generally rundown interior, and a lack of attention to cleanliness made it uncomfortable to eat there. I'm not picky about ambiance when the food and service deliver--but here, nothing quite worked together. The whole experience felt very turn-and-burn, as if the restaurant relies on proximity to a popular area rather than repeat customers. I left feeling like unless you're part of a specific in-crowd, this isn't a place that's trying very hard to win you over. Personally, I wouldn't return, and I wouldn't recommend it--especially given the pricing and the many better options nearby. read more

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Amazing food, amazing atmosphere and overall a great place to spend quality time in. The mixed kabob dish was out of this world. Every single element in that dish was one of the best we've ever tried. read more

I still love this place but I wanted to inform any prospective guests about the honestly and integrity of this restaurant. In short theyre very honest, hardworking people, in a industry that is challenging even on its best days. I got the wrong bill, paid it, tipped on it and left but I discreetly e-mailed the restaurant several days later. They invited me back and paid me back in cash and offered dessert. One time I left my credit card here and they offered me tea, coffee and a snack! I've been here probably about once every couple months and I thank everybody from the bottom of my heart for their generosity. I've reviewed this place a few times already but I think for a group or just a couple, the food here is of the very best quality you can probably have for the money. The service has always been impeccable and Turkey in general is home to the best food, some of the best doctors, and the nicest hospitality in the world. I strongly suggest if there are any meat lovers in the area, make a detour to visit. The meat is all very high quality, cooked over coals, and presented beautifully. Full bar too! read more

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Surprised there were not that many people here during Friday lunch. Probably around 3 other tables. They have complimentary bread with oil and vinegar. It's alright, would be nice if the bread was warmed up. I ordered the Sujuk Pide and Kunefe. First time trying both and they were pretty good. Although, the Pide is much more of an appetizer than an entree. It was basically a cheesy flatbread and the Sujuk is a dried sausage. There wasn't that much Sujuk. The Kunefe was interesting. Sort of similar to baklava, but with cheese and different texture. There was a tad bit too much sugar syrup and butter. read more

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This restaurant serves amazing Turkish cuisine. Our favorotes include the pide, the lamb stew and the lamb shank.

I stopped by on a Sunday morning for some Turkish food from the menu. To my surprise, that was the brunch time. And their brunch is a fan favorite. Everyone was there for brunch. It was $35 for a lot of appetizers, entrees, desserts and drinks. I started of with a soup, which was very nice. Then I went for many rounds of food. Ezme was especially delicious. Beef pastry was excellent as well. Overall its worth it. read more

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Hosted a party of 20 here for a Sunday lunch and the staff was so accommodating and easy to work with. We came in and preordered the week before and we got everything we asked for in a timely manner. We ordered apps of 4 dips, mixed platters of bbq, and a large knafeh (they helped slice and serve), which were all delicious. The chef even came out to our table to check on us and that was really nice. All of our guests were pleased with the quality of food and service, it really made the day special. Would highly, highly recommend (: read more

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The lahmacun was absolutely delicious -- crispy, flavorful, and just like home. For a moment, I really felt like I was back in my country. Highly recommend this place if you're craving real Turkish taste and warm hospitality! read more

One of my favorite Turkish restaurants in the area. I've tried the outdoor seating where you cook your meats yourself kind of like Korean BBQ, but Turkish version. I've also tried their indoor seating where you can order the food off the menu. I love the appetizers, the main dishes and I always finish my dinner with cold baklava and a Turkish coffee. I love the interior design, with the images of popular Turkish places like Istanbul and others, you feel like you are in Turkey. The staff is the kindest there is in the service industry. Everyone is polite, welcoming and work quickly even when there's a rush of customers. This place is a must try! read more

This place is unique and the food is authentic! As you walk in you'll be at the display case where you get to select your entrees and sides. You have the option of having the kitchen prepare your meats or cooking at the table. We elected to sit on the patio and cook our meat at the table. Highly recommend all the kabobs. The food from top to bottom was fantastic and something unique. Dinner for two adults and a 4 year old ran $250 but honestly worth it for the experience. Very interesting spot! read more

So the girlfriend arranged double date night with our lovely neighbor and since none of us have had Turkish cuisine in Sunnyvale, she picked this amazing restaurant. Friendly staff greeted us when we walked in & the exceptional service continued throughout the meal. Our server asked about our dietary preferences then made wonderful recommendations including libation. We ordered more vegetarian choices than animal protein because the photos on the menu looked delicious. Apparently Mangal offers weekend brunch as well so more reason to return read more

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Came here to check out their brunch offering since they are promoting it on their IG account. The staff created us and explain how it works and also explain the traditional Turkish dishes served in Buffett style. Lots of variation of flat breads, meats cooked traditionally , cheeses , vegetables , sausages and eggs. They also have Turkish desserts . It wasn't too fancy however the dishes are all delicious prepared in home style cooking. My family and I enjoyed our Turkish brunch experience. We will try their bbq lunch or dinner next time. read more

Came for the beef liver and ended up trying a few kabobs too. Everything was delicious and full of flavor. The kunafa was amazing, crispy and sweet, just perfect. Great food, great service, and a nice atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

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Spectacular! I love the food and the environment. Absolutely love everything about this restaurant read more

It's not like it looks in the photo; what arrived with the order is terrible. There is nothing in the salad--not even a spoon. read more

Mangal Turkish Grill - It's not like it looks in the photo; what arrived with the order is terrible. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Update: The staff was kind enough to handle a mistake on my party's bill, and it was much appreciated. The issue was a pretty big one, but after reaching out by email, they responded well and made things right with a refund for the items that were incorrect. I value the fact they even owned up to the mistake and took action. I've always enjoyed this restaurant and I'd hate for one bad experience to turn customers away, or for us to not feel enjoyment anymore with something we love. I value this restaurant and hope the kitchen and service stay consistent, because I'd hate for others to be turned away. This place has much potential. read more

First time here and the experience is very good overall, but not without some disappointments. Among the highlights, the service was excellent and the menu offers a nice assortment of spreads and desserts. We were able to choose a combo of three appetizers from a much larger selection and all spreads were excellent. We had Turkish coffee and sutlac (a creme brulée dessert) that was very good. Where food fell short of expectations, the bread that was served with our spreads was super dry. We ordered lavash flatbread which was much better. We had the branzino fish plate and the food was good, but the amount of work and messiness to debone the fish wasn't worth the effort. read more

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Fun spot to Turkish bbq - we sat outside at the grill tables so we could grill our own meat. They start you off with complimentary bread and rice to eat with the meat. We tried a variety of proteins incl. lamb kofte, lamb chops, marinated beef and lamb shish kebob, sujuk (spicy beef sausage), chicken wings and chicken kebab. Everything was good - the kofte and sujuk were are our favorite as they both were flavorful with a nice blend of spices. The kebabs were good as well but the lamb chops were a bit bland and tough. We got a side of baba ghanoush to eat alongside all the meat and that was a great addition. For 3 people we ending up spending $50+ each so definitely not an inexpensive meal but the food was good, service was great and we had a really fun time. They have few large tables so it would be great with a big group as well. read more

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Some of the best Turkish food that I've had in a loooong time. Service was incredible. One employee (general manager or owner?) was so kind and brought us an extra scoop of rice pilaf on the house as well as complimentary Turkish tea to enjoy with our Kunefe. Food was so incredibly flavorful and fresh. We shared the babaganoush, mixed grill plate, and Kunefe. 10/10 returning the next time I'm in the area and craving some Turkish food. read more

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PORTIONS: filling and hearty PRICE: appropriate, maybe even a steal! SERVICE: table side SURROUNDINGS: beautiful and cozy! FLAVORS: Lentil soup (4/5) Lamb shank (4/5) Bingol aka lamb stew (5/5) Lavash Bread (5/5) Breakfast pastries (3/5) BONUS TIP: it was 1pm on a Saturday and they still Had breakfast buffet service going read more

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I have had this place bookmarked for a while. We finally found an opportunity to try it out a few weeks ago. We made reservations and arrived on time. There was plenty of seating available. We decided to dine inside since it was chilly out. We ordered: Lamb chops: friend enjoyed Chicken: nice and moist. This was better than the beef. Liver skewer: skip this. Weird taste and texture. Beef kabobs: good Branzino : 4/5 this was the highlight for me. Super tasty just a tad on the salty side. Babaganoush: weird color but it was surprisingly good. Hummus: a little bit on the liquidy side but tastes fine. Great place for celebrations and big groups. Turns into a night club with loud music and dancing around 8pm. Thanks Cat and Brian for dinner! read more

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After an adventurous day of games, food, good vibes with friends and an escape room, we decided to conclude the night with turkish food. This restaurant was beautiful, spacious and great for huge parties. They had plenty of lengthy tables and the ambience was beautiful. It was also my first time seeing that they had an outdoor section where you can cook your own food--that'll be a must for the future. The service was also top notch, every single person there was extremely friendly and disarming, I felt we were being welcomed by warm friends and they gave us the lay of the land on the menu. I ordered the shish kebabs and everyone in our group all agreed that the food was quite fresh. The food was amazing. They gave substantial fluffy bread for us along with balsamic vinegar and very fresh and fragrant olive oil. This place is delicious and the food is high quality. read more

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Think Effie's without the 70's decor This place has great food! It's right in front of a hotel that changes owners and names every two years! On Matilda avenue. I took a pic of the menu and I ordered the short ribs and potatoes! It was totally yummy and I will go back for a steak dinner soon. The place is set up a little oddly and dark but the service and food were just plain great especially if you're hungry! 7-2024 review read more

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Update: Adding new photos of different items we tried! Their combo app tray is a great way to try all their appetizers since you pick 4 from the menu. We tried all different ones from last time and they were all delicious! This round appetizer picks: Cacik (yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, dill) - classic Saksuka (marinated eggplant) - this was delicious, the marinade flavor was on point and the eggplant was perfect, not too crunchy nor to soggy Acili Ezme (hot spicy tomato dip) - great flavor, it's not too hot or spicy and tastes really good Bastirma (seasoned air-dried cured beef) - one of my new faves, texture is similar to thinly sliced prosciutto but the meat quality is even more legit. - our Bastirma was served with Ezine Peyniri on top (white lamb cheese) which was delicious pairing as well. Love that their menu offers so many different dishes to try, enjoyed our second visit as much as we did the first. Service staff operates like a big extended family feel, warm and hospitable. Aygül was very kind and brought us some dessert samples from the kitchen for us to try -- their freshly made baklava and their kazandibi (caramelized milky pudding), which was delicious, not too sweet and is both traditional (developed in the kitchens of the Ottoman Palace) and one of the most popular Turkish desserts today. The restaurant is spacious and has both partial-space event bookings as well as entire restaurant buyout options available. On a Sat night, there was a DJ and singer duo for a partial-space special event and it was fun to see the festivities from our bar booth where we were having dinner. Mangal still stands as our favorite Turkish spot in town! read more

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We visited Manqala for iftar today, and it was a fantastic buffet experience! We left feeling very satisfied. The buffet menu was extensive, offering a great selection of soups, appetizers, salads, pasta, chicken, and meat dishes. Every single dish was well-prepared! In comparison, last week's iftar at another restaurant was a letdown. Their menu was quite limited, and we didn't enjoy it as much. Manqala's buffet, on the other hand, was the perfect choice this time around! To finish off our meal, we treated ourselves to kunefe with marash ice cream, and it was absolutely delicious! The warm kunefe paired with the creamy ice cream was a delightful combination. I highly recommend giving it a try! This not including buffet menu. We ordered this additional. read more

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Ever since you replaced your cook, the quality of the food went way down The once soft n delicious bread was replaced with hard kind of bread with less flavor. The once delicious lentil soup now tastes not like lentil soup but something very different. The once very good chicken kebabs now Has no flavor at all. The steak kebabs before were soft n had full flavor but now are kinda hard n no flavor. Hopefully you guys will bring back your original cook since the new one you have now doesn't know how to cook dishes with flavor. We were frequent customers there before but not now anymore. read more

Breakfast Old pasty pies and pastries. Service They brought the bill to our table before we finished breakfast, and I had experienced the same thing a week earlier when I went for dinner. It's become a restaurant I will never go to again. It wasn't like this before. A place I loved going to for two years has become terrible. read more

Yeah this is a long overdue review. I've actually come here 3 times already. One time initially with my friends, one time for my birthday, and one time with my family. First things first I gotta shoutout Umut. Probably best customer service I've ever had in the U.S. Super friendly and helpful. He even remembered me between visits months apart, and offered me a free Baklava on my birthday. Turkish BBQ is truly a unique experience. You order your meat, then grill it yourself on the charcoal grill that's embedded in the center of the table (think Korean BBQ). The meats are your typical Mediterranean / Middle Eastern fare, such as Koobideh, Chicken Kabab, Kofta, Filet Mignon, etc. The flavors are all on point. If you like Mediterranean kebabs, this place is basically that, except you get to grill the meat yourself, which is really cool. There's unlimited rice and veggies with your meal, which I'd suggest you take advantage of. Add a little bit of grilled tomato and sumac to the rice for a perfect bite. Looking back, this place is an awesome place to get Turkish BBQ. The DIY grilling experience is fun and the service is remarkable. The only ding I have for this place is the hefty price, but for the experience you get, imma say worth. Shoutout to Umut again. read more

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We had our team dinner here last night. We chose to dine outside where the team could cook their own meat. As a vegetarian, I looked at their menu online and didn't see any vegetarian entree for dinner. But they made a falafel dish for me, which wasn't on their menu. The dips they gave us before the meals were delicious. The hummus, tzatziki, baba ghanush, and yoghurt dip were delicious. We ate a lot of bread with these dips. Coming to the falafels, they were delicious. The falafels were crispy, seasoned, and well made. There might not be many vegetarian entree options, but the dips and falafels are plenty. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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I booked this place for a lunch for 10 people. It was nice you could make a reservation for this number of people - the place isn't very busy for lunch on weekdays, and you have the option to sit inside or outside. The waiters were very nice and gave good recommendations. We all ordered pomegranate juice to start with. We also ordered turkish pizza as appetizer which was one of my favorites. The meats then arrived and were the highlight of our lunch. We got beef, lamb and chicken skewers, but gotta say that the lamb chops were fire (literally). To top it off, we got desserts: baklava and kunefe. Each can be shared for up to 3 or 4 people, despite what the waiters might tell you. I'll definitely be back here again!!! read more

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