The entire experience was great - the food was excellent, our waitress was polite and prompt, and…read moreeveryone made us feel welcome. We really enjoyed the calamari and baked feta for our hot mezzas. My son loved the lamb, I really enjoyed my Iskender kabob, and my wife really liked her chicken shish kebab. We're looking forward to going back again.

I've lived in Arlington for five years and had somehow never stopped in, despite hearing good…read morethings. Finally gave it a try and was glad I did. The restaurant serves Turkish cuisine, which I'm a big fan of. The interior is surprisingly beautiful, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. There's also plenty of outdoor seating and a bar area. Service was friendly, and everything we ordered tasted fresh--from the bread and fries to the tea and soup. I had the beef and lamb döner, which was delicious and well-prepared. The parking lot is a bit tight, but it's manageable. Overall, a great experience and a spot I'd definitely return to

Food and service was excellent. Celebrated my birthday with family and it was memorableread more

Yelp categorized this as "Greek". Wrong. Parking is…read moredifficult and unfriendly. But the good is delicious. Go for things you can't get elsewhere.

TLDR: Great Turkish food with standout chicken kebabs, flavorful rice, generous mezze portions, and…read morefriendly service. Bonus points for the relaxed patio and late-night Sunday hours. Taste of Istanbul was a delightful experience. I ordered the combination kebab platter to sample a bit of everything, and not a single item disappointed. The real standout was the chicken, it was cooked to perfection, incredibly juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Even the rice exceeded expectations, as it was well-seasoned and genuinely delicious rather than just a side dish. The service was attentive, with the staff offering thoughtful recommendations and ensuring we had everything we asked for. The ambiance is relaxed and inviting, and the outdoor seating makes it an especially enjoyable spot when the weather is nice. The mixed mezze platter was another highlight, offering generous portions that were easily enough to share among a few friends. The bread was fresh, warm, and crisp. It's also worth noting that they're open until midnight on Sundays, making Taste of Istanbul a fantastic option for a satisfying late-night meal.

This is one of the best Turkish restaurant in DMV. We've gotten many different dishes from the…read moremenu and all are good. I almost always get their tea after the meal. Only downside is they are sometimes very busy. I've experienced waiting for 45mins for carry out.

We really enjoyed Istanbul Kitchen at the Tysons Corner mall. It's a casual joint where you order…read moreat the counter and can make your own platter/bowl. Then you pick up your food at the counter when it's ready. The food was very flavorful, and we got to try an assortment of foods including rice, beans, veggies, salad, kebab meat. I also ordered a veggie borek. Everything was tasty! I also really appreciated that they had some couch seating in addition to standard tables and chairs. I needed to discretely breastfeed our baby, and I was able to do so comfortably on the couch. There was also room to park our stroller.

Delicious platters, plenty in portion, amazing and warm service!…read more At Tysons Corner, it's nice to know there is a healthier option with generous portion available at Istanbul Kitchen. I thoroughly enjoyed every single bite of such a flavorful platter! I really appreciated how kind the owners were while figuring out what to order. They were super attentive and friendly! Plenty of seating I think as well both inside and right outside. Great place to grab lunch if you work in the area for sure! This place is located on the bottom floor where the convenience store used to be.

Kobeh has updated their menu to include a new family favorite - we love the lamb chops! We also…read moreenjoy their lamb shank with grilled eggplant -Baba ganoush and balloon bread. For lunch, we grab and go with a unique twist on a gyro sandwich called beef & lamb shawarma. It's hard to walk by and not stop in..

I love their food and their desert I recommend trying konofe you guys better try Lantis soupread more

I've been meaning to come here for years and I'm so glad I got the chance to try it for dinner with…read morea friend!! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The space itself was cozy, and the wall decor made it feel warm and comfortable, perfect for a nice dinner with friends or family. The lamb skewers were so flavorful with generously-sized chunks of lamb on the skewer. I was so curious about the noodles and I'm glad we got the chance to try the gambian soman. You can tell the noodles were hand-pulled, they were so bouncy and absorbed the flavor of the meat (we got lamb) and the bell peppers so well. For dessert, we had the honey cake, which was also amazing. The cake layers were a little crumbly which complimented the cream layers in between, and the sweetness was perfectly, which I usually am cautious about when it comes to food sweetened with honey. I did end up coming back two days in a row because I was craving the lamb lol

Even though Eerkin lacks on the side of ambiance but it more than makes it up for it by the…read moreuppercut its food delivers. I have been to almost all the Ughyur food spots in the DMV and Eerkin is simply my favorite for several reasons. The food is served piping hot. Like pipe down hot or whatever you say... and it is darn delicious. This time around I went there on a date and even though the date went horribly wrong because the girl was telling me if I want to be with her I have to stop wearing shorts but as soon as I took a bike out of this Thawa Lamb Shank her voice became mute and all I could hear was the storm caused by the flavors in my mouth. Everything here tastes amazing, from the soft and chewy hand pulled noodles to the dumplings and the pilaf. I love this place. 5/5 I won't mind having more bad dates here.

We would like to share our experience and rate this wonderful restaurant…read more Kazan Restaurant is a truly beautiful place, and from the moment we arrived, we received a warm and genuine welcome from the entire staff. Everyone was smiling, friendly, and extremely patient, which made us feel very comfortable and welcomed. The appetizers and salads were excellent--fresh, healthy, and thoughtfully prepared. The menu selections are well chosen and balanced. The main courses were absolutely delicious, rich in flavor, and beautifully presented, with outstanding quality and variety. The level of professionalism shown by the staff was exceptional. Their smiles never left their faces, and they handled our orders with great care and attention. Usually, in most restaurants, one person is assigned to serve your table, but here we noticed that all team members take turns checking on you and making sure you are fully satisfied. This teamwork truly reflects a high standard of service and hospitality. This atmosphere strongly encourages anyone to visit and enjoy a fine dining experience--whether with family, friends, or colleagues. We highly recommend this restaurant to everyone looking for quality food and outstanding service. The experience concluded with a lovely gesture of hospitality: serving delicious baklava and authentic Turkish tea, which was a perfect ending to an already memorable meal. Honestly, I have traveled to Dubai, Egypt, Morocco, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom, and I have not encountered food this delicious, service this professional, and a place this pleasant. It is an excellent venue for inviting loved ones and absolutely worth visiting--you will not be disappointed. Special thanks go to AYHAN for his supervision, professionalism, appreciation for food quality, and close follow-up with the staff to ensure everything runs smoothly. Our sincere thanks also extend to the professional restaurant management. We wish you continued success and prosperity, and we thank all the staff--especially AYHAN--for this outstanding experience. We wish you a wonderful day. Best wishes Tawfiq

I just returned from lunch at Kazan's in McLean, VA, and the experience was stellar from beginning…read moreto end. Both of us are mobility impaired, and were treated with great sensitivity--our choice of tables with plenty of room for canes, food etc. It was a Friday so we knew we were going to order the Wednesday/Friday special of Doner Kebab, but we hadn't anticipated the best side salad either of us had ever had: Cucumber, grated carrots, baby spinach leaves, regular lettuce leaves, shaved red cabbage with a remarkable green goddess dressing. We also ordered the Mezze Platter for one--knowing we would never be able to eat the same amount for two people, and were happy to split the hummus, spiced chicken strips, yogurt, sausage, feta, and lovely tomato shaped like a rose. The Doner Kebab orders were delicious--and huge. We definitely were full and hesitated before ordering a piece of baklava to split, but that would have been a mistake! Their pistachio baklava is made especially for them by a local woman and was, perhaps, the best baklava I have ever had. Service was impeccable even though they were very busy. I highly recommend Kazan's for lunch; no doubt dinner is equally delicious.

Tasty Mediterranean dishes in a welcoming setting!!…read more I visited Anatolian Bistro recently and really enjoyed the experience. The food was flavorful and well-prepared, with fresh ingredients that brought out authentic Mediterranean tastes. Some dishes were particularly impressive, while a few could have used a little more seasoning. The restaurant has a cozy, inviting atmosphere, making it a great spot for a casual dinner. The staff was friendly and attentive, though service slowed slightly during busy times. Overall, Anatolian Bistro offers tasty food and a pleasant dining environment. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for Mediterranean cuisine and would gladly return.

This place was amazing ! The app platter and the meat dish were so yummy hearty and not too big or…read moresmall. Perfect size for my girlfriend and I ...though my husband would prob complain of it being too small. The baklava was huge and delicious !! Coming back