Menu is limited and portions are on the smaller side. Nevertheless, food is fresh and flavorful. If you like chicken and lamb skewers or gyro, you're in luck. Some seafood options but no garlic sauce and only vegetarian dolma. Service is excellent and the atmosphere is romantic with white linens and candle light. more

We have gone to this place dozens of times and have recommended it as well as brought people with us to share in this delightful little Turkish restaurant. But, what has happened lately? The portions are "dinky" - and the dinner salad we received the last time was served on a tiny (bread) plate with a couple of torn lettuce... more

I lived in Turkey for two years and this by far is the best Turkish I've found in the Twin Cities! Ismael, the owner and head chef is puts on a spread like I remember back in Turkey! It is always a delight to come in and see he and his wife, Sue! His attention to detail in the flavors... more

We live in the area, and usually end up going into Minneapolis or St Paul for good meals. However, I do not think that there has been a week that has not gone by we have not been into Istanbul since we found it. Great food - everything is always fresh and the owner is always in the kitchen making... more

Excellent lunch buffet at a very reasonable price. Salad, great homemade soup, pita, yogurt dressing, chicken and lamb kabobs, pizza, fruit and the best baklava ever! Can't wait to try it for dinner. more