"Istanbul Grill & Deli, a casual Turkish restaurant, has made grilled tender kebabs and savory cheese-covered baked pides since the late ‘90s. This Rice Village spot is shrouded in a giant plastic canopy tent behind giant potted plants, making it easy to miss, apart from the bright red awning and the faint scent of warm brick-oven-baked bread. Once inside, you’ll find a menu full of pickles, spiced vegetable spreads that make you want to reevaluate every dip you've ever had, baked bread with tangy cheese, and wonderfully tender döner and kebabs. Split a slew of mixed plates between friends after a Rice game or before a day of shopping." - chelsea thomas, gianni greene
Richard Casteel
