Téléphone: +442075809142
Adresse: Great Portland Street Station Great Portland Street, London I-W1W 5PP, United Kingdom
Ville: London
Menu Plats: 9
Avis: 4002
Site Web: https://bistroistanbul.com/
"As the evening darkens and the clock nears 11:00 PM, hunger pangs kick in after hours without food. With most restaurants already closed or past their last orders, I found myself in a bit of a bind. On a whim, I decided to explore a place I had passed by daily while commuting from Great Portland Street tube station. To my delight, I discovered Istanbul Café—not the capital of Turkey, but a charming little bistro offering Turkish delicacies open until midnight. Located right across from the Great Portland Street tube station, this cozy café boasts a simple yet inviting décor that gives you a taste of Turkey. Despite its modest ambiance, I was intrigued to see what they had to offer. The staff was warm and welcoming, and when I inquired if they served food, I was happy to hear that they did. As a typically adventurous eater, I found myself indecisive. Thankfully, one of the team members, an older gentleman of Turkish descent, was eager to suggest options. He quickly offered vegetarian or non-vegetarian dishes. Even though I usually prefer non-vegetarian food, I opted for vegetarian this time. With a cheerful smile, he presented a menu that included a delightful array of vegetarian options. After some deliberation, I decided to play it safe and ordered falafel and hummus. A few minutes later, I was served a pot of Turkish tea—a delightful experience quite different from regular tea, as it had a unique blend of flavors. Accompanying my tea was a bowl of olives in olive oil and warm bread. Just as I was enjoying my meal, I struck up a conversation with the gentleman about Turkish tea traditions, which made for a delightful exchange. As I finished my meal and settled the bill, I left feeling lighter in spirit and enriched with fun information. The team ensured I felt comfortable throughout, checking in to see if I needed anything. But the culinary adventure didn’t stop there. On my last day in London, I returned to Istanbul Café for lunch. This time, I met a lovely Turkish girl—part of the family-run café—and a jovial middle-aged man who was delighted to pose for photos. Boldly, I tried the lamb shish wrap, served with sweet chili sauce and hearty potato wedges instead of standard fries, along with a refreshing pot of Turkish tea. The quantity and quality of the food were impressive, and even as a light eater, I found it hard to finish. I happily asked the staff to pack my leftovers, which the girl did with a smile. I even took some pictures of the charming décor to capture my delightful experience. While I couldn't bring any food back with me, I certainly walked away with beautiful memories. Overall, Istanbul Café is an excellent choice if you’re in the area, and it's easy on the wallet, all while being conveniently located right across from the tube station."
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Very friendly staff , good fresh food and good size portions, not expensive.
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good location, cozy place, and amazing traditional Turkish food. in any case one of the best places I have eaten in london. definitiw recommended
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The atmosphere is fantastic for a great time. The waitstaff is friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. The quality of the food was impressive as well.
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Absolutely delicious food and a lovely experience always. Looking forward to being able to enjoy the lunch deal once more but for now take-away will have to do. Wonderful Lamb and bread to die for! Voir le carte
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Used to go here from breakfast on a Saturday morning and sometimes we would have lunch. Had the chicken and mushroom with rice which is really nice and tasty. Had the full English breakfast and it's a lot of food so had trouble to eat it all. Coffee is nice and food is fresh. Staff are friendly
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this little cafe is opposite my work and I had bever considered it, thinking it would be a bit fast food. I met a friend for lunch and she arrived early and ordered a coffee there, so we met there instead. I was so surprised, the food (although not expected to be haute cuisine) was delicious and flavourful, my favourite being the liitle baklava that I couldn't resist. I loved the fresh mint tea and the staff were so friendly. Definitely wont discount this one for work lunch again!
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So surprised! A beautiful authentic taste of Turkish cuisine in Central London! The home made bread, the crispy yet succulent falafel (best I've had in 10 years of London life), the fresh salads absolutely lovely. The hummous as well just gorgeous. So very impressed and for the price it's a must. I'll be back again and again. Thanks to the lovely wait staf who are so attentive and professional and the manager who has such an eye for detail and really cares about every customers experience. Also cobra on tap! Winner. Voir le carte
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This restaurant happened to by right next door to the hotel I was staying at. At first the existing review didn't seem promising however how could one go wrong with Grilled meats? So I decided to walk in and seat myself for dinner. The waiter was warm and showed me to my table and then brought me some olives and traditional crusty traditional bread. I ordered a pot of herbal tea while waiting for my main dish which was the chocked kebab with rice and salad. The meat was well cooked and delicious and the rice fragrant. The waiter also brought me a side of spicy Tomato and chilli paste which made the dish even more delightful. I totally enjoyed my meal and I'm looking forward to a good nights...
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On my last visit to London, I visited this Turkish joint for having dinner because it was near to my hotel I was putting up. It's a small restaurant just behind Portland Tube station. We had ordered for kalamari fry with tartar dip and a combo of chicken and mutton kababs served with rice and fresh green salad. They serve a portion of complimentary oven baked breads with some dip which is yummy and helps you hold your hunger for a while till your food arrives. The food turned out to be amazingly good with decent portions for both of us and reasonably priced as well. They serve a self-made spicy tomato sauce which goes too well with the kababs. It was a good experience in London which ended u...
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As the evening darkens and the clock nears 11:00 PM, hunger pangs kick in after hours without food. With most restaurants already closed or past their last orders, I found myself in a bit of a bind. On a whim, I decided to explore a place I had passed by daily while commuting from Great Portland Street tube station. To my delight, I discovered Istanbul Café—not the capital of Turkey, but a charming little bistro offering Turkish delicacies open until midnight. Located right across from the Great Portland Street tube station, this cozy café boasts a simple yet inviting décor that gives you a taste of Turkey. Despite its modest ambiance, I was intrigued to see what they had to offer. The staf... Voir le carte
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Turkish Savourez les saveurs riches de la Turquie avec des plats mettant en vedette des viandes succulentes, des légumes frais et des épices aromatiques. Dégustez des classiques comme les kebabs, les mezzés et le baklava, apportant le goût vibrant de la cuisine turque à votre table.
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European Savourez un voyage culinaire à travers l'Europe avec notre menu savamment élaboré, mettant en vedette des plats authentiques de France, d'Italie, d'Espagne et d'ailleurs, en utilisant les ingrédients les plus frais pour donner vie aux saveurs traditionnelles. Voir le carte
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Vegetarian Régalez-vous de notre collection vibrante de plats végétariens, élaborés avec les légumes les plus frais, des saveurs riches et des épices savoureuses. Savourez une assiette saine et délicieuse qui célèbre les meilleurs ingrédients de la nature.
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Mediterranean Savourez l'essence vibrante de la Méditerranée avec des plats inspirés par les côtes baignées de soleil. Dégustez des olives fraîches, des herbes vibrantes, des huiles d'olive riches et une variété de fruits de mer et de viandes grillées.
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