Dürümzade

This review is only about Adana kabab. Due to the hype I wanted to try Adana kabab wrap. Did NOT live up to the hype and fell way short. Probably students like it as they haven't had better food and the wrap size is good but that's mostly bread. My criteria of solid food is, if I would go back for this food? Answer is NO. And if Anthony Bourdain gave his recommendation on this taste, he must be smoking something good 😊 jk. Service friendly and fast. Tiny place with 3tables inside and make 2 outside. I would say try it and decide for yourself, it's not for me though.

Food is good. But when you are asked to leave as other customers are waiting and I have not finished my drink is rude. Don’t make excuses about small restaurant as the reason. I hope long term this business fails!

Succumbed to the Antony Bourdain related hype, especially as this place was a mere 5 minute walk from our accommodation so we visited on our first night in Istanbul. Ordered the Chicken & Liver durum wraps, both were excellent. Loved the crispness of the bread & the plentiful use of Coriander! 550TL for 2 kebabs with one Coke. So it’s a bit pricier than some other options in the area but these were the best kebabs we had in town (we ate at three other establishments for comparison). Unfortunately this was the only time we got to visit though as it shuts at 9pm.

I had the ciğer dürüm & ayran. I'd like to comment on the lavaş bread 😋 what was that?? And the sauce and the taste and the service! Very small place maybe 4 small tables outside on the sidewalk, i was lucky i got to sit! 300 TL for 1 liver sandwich and ayran! They're are very kind and generous! Will defo go back and try the çöp şiş 🤤 N.B. they do take card

Bourdain is never wrong. Delish wraps, we had the liver and Adana. The wraps were crispy, meat juicy and flavourful salad.

Anthony Bourdain’s favorite kebab stand in Istanbul and it’s easy to see why. This place was beyond awesome. Well worth the walk from the Intercontinental Hotel to check it out.

I stumbled upon this place by chance, since it was near my hotel. I decided to trust Anthony Bourdain and it didn't disappoint. This was my favorite kebab in Istanbul, during a short stay I had it 3 times. The only problem is I can't decide whether I prefer Adana or the lamb. The place is low key, the staff is very friendly and welcoming.

Friendly service. ❤️ I was here with my husband. We have had a lamb and a beef dürüm. Both was amazing, but we loved the beef one more, because it was a bit spicier.

I dream of their wrap this is how good it was. So before going there I was really excited but wasn't expecting it to be this good. Usually the most hyped places dive live up. So we walked here from istaklal street just to eat this mainly because of my love for Anthony Bourdain. The staff was super friendly the place is a small shack with limited seating. The wrap bread is almost a combination of a roti and paratha nothing I have had before and the meat and seasoning is to die for. Anywhere you go in Istanbul thr meat is phenomenal I mean just too too good. This wrap was the one Anthony had, it was fairly priced and super big and filling. As I'm writing this I can actually taste the flavors bursting in my mouth. So Turkish don't over spice their meat therefore you can actually taste the meat. Usually the spices overpower the taste of the meat. The staff was so friendly we actually went at a non rush time so we got a chance to speak to the staff. They really pushed us in a nice way to try their liver which is one of my favorites but we were already so stuffed to begin with that all I wanted was their special wrap. Well like they say there's always a next time god willing. Turkey has my heart. The place is super clean and bit hard to find but you can use the google or Apple maps which is always a great idea when walking unknown destinations. Great good and outstanding staff.

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 2.0/5.0 Value 4.0/5.0 Decor 2.5/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Awesome kebab Spot. The store isn't much to look at, and the seating is streetside. Would get it again if passed by for other reasons.

Food was the best we had in Istanbul. Very delicious wraps both shish kabab and Adana Kabab. Ordered Adana plate too and even Salad had a flavorful dressing! Coming from Indian ethnicity we need flavors in food and this place even though very small was good place to satisfy your good food cravings. Wishing them a new location or expansion of the current place

I found this place on yelp and after reading Anthony Bourdain had recommended it, I walked the 15 minutes to try it out and I was amazed!!! The food was so damn good! The small pieces of fat along with lamb meat and onions, tomatoes and cilantro; oh and the hot peppers too! The mixture of flavors complemented each other and made my mouth and stomach happy!!! The Turkish tea was a great dessert and helped me walk back to the hotel with a pep in my step. The restaurant is small and tucked in back a block off the main road but you MUST try this place. The only reason I'm not giving a 5 star is the fact they only take cash and I had to walk a few blocks to find an ATM. The staff was very helpful and friendly; so don't be surprised if they start up conversation or give you suggestions. Oh.... and you better get a double wrap to go. You will regret it if you don't!!!

Absolutely amazing. Very busy place. Wish I had ordered more than one. Can't wait to come back someday.

Split an adana durum with my friend, wish I didn't. The only durum place recommended by the late Anthony Bourdain, solid.

Delicious and super cheap but they don't take foreign cards. So cash only if you are not local. It's really hot inside, limited sitting outside but you can always take everything to go as well. Basically, meat only but they do have a salad for vegetarians. Doesn't take too long to get your food, which is a huge plus when you are on the go exploring the city. Overall, a must if you are in Istanbul!

The food was good and the service is great. The appetizers are really great. If you want to try Turkish cuisine, we highly recommend it.

Made a pit stop here during our layover in Turkey. My god this food was incredible and the service was fantastic! My husband wanted Turkish coffee- they didn't serve this in house. Our waiter asked his neighboring restaurant mate to bring some over- at no extra charge! If you're in Turkey, you must try the food here! You will not be disappointed :)

This is a must visit spot in Istanbul. All the food is incredible. You know you're in good hands when you see Anthony Bourdain loved a place.

Delicious & Fresh food here! Worth the walk. If you speak English, they will be able to service you with no problem.

Amazing flavors! No wonder Anthony Bourdain raved over this food. Very good service and enjoyed the outdoor seating. It is a small place so I recommend going on off peak times for best experience.

First meal in Istanbul, and Turkey for that matter. And it couldn't have started much better. Place was packed with people ordering to go and most of the tables were taken. They ended up seating us across the street which was just fine by us. A fitting meal on Bourdain day as this was a place he dines at in one of his shows. The durum was fantastic, so much so that it was the one meal my son kept comparing everything else we ate to. Everything we ate throughout our trip was filling......Is it better than the first place? The service was quick and efficient, decor is my ultimate favorite......small stools and wobbly tables on side walks(not kidding). Tried to go back but Eid Al-Adha closed them for the duration of our stay. So good, will be back if I'm in Istanbul again.

Had a few wraps from various shops so far. We learned Anthony Bordain recommended this place in one of his shows 12 years ago, so had to go try it. This place had the best flavors, especially the spicy wrap (Adana?). Had to walk up a hilly street but well worth it. It looks like a hole in the wall but the locals go there (and probably a few tourists who happened to have read about this place). Cost is as cheap as you can get. Not even sure how they make a profit. Definitely a 5 star.

Incredibly delicious grilled meat! Definitely some of the tastiest I had while in Istanbul.

The best place to eat in Taksim and in Istanbul in general. So fresh and sooo flavorful. It's a hole in the wall but so worth it. Excellent service. Makes you feel right at home.

Got the 25TRL Spicy Beef/Lamb Platter. Not too spicy (as recommended by the outgoing GM/Owner?), very flavorful. First thought was that the kebabs were on the skinny side, but it was actually the perfect portion/ meat-bread ratio. + Ayran yogurt drink and a Water I like that the durum? Was cut into small pieces. Fresh veggies, the side salad that came with it (red cabbage, tomato, cuk was fresh but 'generously' doused in a vinegar dressing. The place is a super casual, to-go place with 4 small tables inside & 5-6 tables out on the side street. Orders are flying in & out quickly, with a grill cook & 3 guys packing- took a little time to get my dinner FYI. 1 Star off for the machismo-istic VIBE. Customer service was very friendly & attentive but it was OBVIOUS (no interpreter needed) that all the workers where talking about the petite Asian female there. Every time I looked up, I met the eyes of the cook/GM/runner staring at different times. (Men in Turkey seem to stare anyway, but...) A lot of chatter among the staff- not very peaceful. There was another foreign couple there- they'd stare at the young woman also. But everyone else inside were male, the diners sitting outside were a mix of tourists & locals (love that restaurants spill out onto the streets). But it got annoying after a while. If you're female, I'd choose a table outside, far from & with your back to the restaurant...but then your order may take longer, as they don't see you. Or just get it to go..place it & come back in 5 minutes. Interesting how a middle-aged woman came up with a huge bowl of salad prepped. Don't think they would haggle her though.. No Reservations brought me to this restaurant! Not too far from İstiklal Street, nice little section of cafes & shops. Good mix of local + tourist.

The wraps were really good, and cheap too! The kebab was really flavorful, and just off-the-grill. The servers/waiters were also very nice, asking if I wanted both the wraps to be cut in half. I was curious about why this little restaurant had so many reviews, just to realize that i had been visited by Anthony Bourdain.

The food is amazing, I had the chicken wrap and a mix beef wrap. Personally prefer the chicken but my friends loved the beef as well.

The Kebape was mouth watering. I went out of my way to find this hole in the wall. Well worth it. I recommend you get the mixed platter to try the multiple cuts of meat. Not much mastication is needed as the meat is so tender and juicy for my fellow TMJers. Just for fun, I would look up the key and peele "kebape" episode to get some laughs. Anyways, this kebape was so good I looked at my wife and told her "there is no way this spot is not on some show." I thought I found a gem, but no, there was a massive picture of Bourdain occupying the window pane lol. Anyways this is more of a quick eats as you walk type of place as seating is limited fo about 4-6 people.

Delicious and affordable food with professional personnel. Yes, I recommend this small cozy restaurant.

Tiny little place on a tucked away corner, but so delicious! I had the Adana and ayran to wash it down and it was perfect.

I'm not a fan of the thin wraps that they use, but the meat is so flavorful that it doesn't even matter. The starter salad is pretty amazing too.

Excellent food and kind staff. Ordered small mix kebab, a small tea and a coke--had to take leftovers. Amount could have fed two people and was under $20 USD.

I went here a year ago right before the pandemic hit and it was truly sooo amazing! I heard this place was recommended by Anthony Bourdain so I had to stop by. I ordered a wrap, while my family ordered a meat platter, both of which were really good. Location-wise, this place is in Taksim Square, so there's always a lot of people there, even when later in the evenings. Mr. Bourdain definitely knew his kababs, and I would highly recommend this place if you're ever in Turkey.

Glad I came by here. I've eaten here twice, it is good. I know now my Anthony came by this place. I'm sure I'll be back again before I leave.

If you're in Istanbul, you have to eat here. It's where locals eat. My kebabs were outstanding.

This little restaurant near several bars is the perfect place to get a bite to eat after exploring the watering holes. I had a little kebab wrap that revived me! Also, (very cool fact) this little kebab place was featured on the TV show 'No Reservations' hosted by Anthony Bourdain. You will know this because there are photos of Anthony Bourdain on the walls outside. I found this on a tour with the fantastic guide by the name if Katerina. Check out the Culinary Backstreets Tour of Istanbul.

Came through last night for a quick bite with some friends. We were craving a kebab and looked up some places in the area. This place more than met expectations. The bread is fresh and thin. The meat was tasty and not too greasy and all the vegetables were super fresh. The parsley really made the flavors pop. I got the Adana which was supposed to be spicy. I think they meant flavorful, which is was, but not spicy. I added some of the hot peppers to mine that were on the table - so good! Super reasonable prices and very tasty sandwiches. Plan to come back again while I'm in Istanbul! Thank you!

It was the first meal I ate in Istanbul. It's a bit too spicy so it looks like Indian cuisine. But its saturation is at an excellent level. The best parts are the service, the waiters and the prices. I can say that it is the best in terms of price & performance compared to other places I ate in Istanbul. I recommend it to anyone who likes spicy food and sauce.

Was staying in Istanbul for a week, went there almost everyday! Best durum in town! Highly recommend!

Wow - this place is excellent- very tasty I will try and come back one more time before I leave. Food - excellent Service - good Atmosphere- good

Best Durum Kebab I have had. Hands downs. Quality of the meat is great. The service is friends and everything is make once you order. I would highly recommend.

I have to come and try their food while in Istanbul. The guys were kind and helpful in making us decide what to eat. It didn't disappoint. Price was reasonable, food was freshly grilled and was tasty. Make the trip when you're in Istanbul!

I haddddd to come here when I was in Istanbul. Afterall, Anthony Bourdain came here and ate FOUR of the double durum kebabs! My first time - I had a single adana (lamb and beef mixed) wrapped kebab and my boyfriend got the adana open faced plate. I thought it was ok. The second time we came - we got three double wrapped kebabs and finished them in two heartbeats. They are famous for their adana meat, but I really liked their chicken meat too. Owners are super nice, speak a bit of English, and gave us their wifi password so we could Uber back to the hotel with ease :)

This is an inconspicuous cafe at the corner of the street. They have a bunch of wraps to choose alongside several other meat dishes. I've chosen a beef wrap and my girlfriend's chosen a chicken one. Wraps are quite thin and mostly consist of onions, tomatoes, parcley, spices and the actual meat. We found them pretty delicious and hearty. The reason why I put 3 stars is because we found a hair in one of our wraps. Overall, a nice option to have quick breakfast/lunch.

Kuzu durum platter (30L) - 2.75 stars The meat was too dry (the meat had almost no fat) and not flavorful. I liked that they gave lots of salad but it was drenched in a bit too much of the dressing. I think they bought pilaf for us from a store nearby when we asked for rice but it was great - it was buttery with chickpeas in it. Wouldn't go back though. The place was small and uncomfortable too. I'm afraid the reviews on this joint are making me doubt Yelp and Anthony Bourdain.

I'm not a fan of wraps and sandwiches at all. this place is the exception and an example of what you'll never find in the u.s. in terms of wrap: fresh BBQ meat, fresh beautiful veggies and a wrap that wasn't in a bag of 20 for most of its shelf life. lamb was NOT gamey. chicken they ran out at 8pm. so the super nice manager suggested a lamb beef mix. both were SUPERB. the manager looking guy spoke great english and SUPER friendly. straight forward and awesome. ORDER: at counter then pay at counter when done. JEANS: ok by far

This is the best kebab I've had in Turkey! The grilled meats are extremely flavorful. And my favorite is their bread, which has sauce and spices in between layers. The price is quite reasonable as well. We had a large assorted platter (4 people) for just over 100 Lira. Instead of ordering one by one, you can ask the owner to build a plate for you. It's a chain restaurant with several locations in Istanbul. Highly recommended!

Wow wow wow! No other word to describe this amazing food. I dont even know what it's called but the owner picked it for us and it was beyond delicious. After we sat down we saw pictures and news articles hanging on the wall with Anothy Bordains picture. Apparently he has eaten here a few times. I highly encourage anyone that comes to Istanbul to take the trip here!

Fantastic kebab wraps! Adana double wrap was my favorite. It's a tiny place with a charcoal grill with both locals and tourists visiting for a quick bite. It's open 24h and so my first visit was when I was still suffering from Jetlag at 1:30am! The guys here are very welcoming and friendly. And need I mention the great Anthony bourdain who loved this place too!

Awesome food, great service, very friendly staff. And again, the food is awesome for a small restaurant.

I was in Istanbul this past December. After watching an episode of Anthony Bourdain in Istanbul I knew I had to come to this place. Apparently It is located in a not so great neighborhood from what the taxi driver said. It is a very small establishment but it is ohhh sooooo delicious! I went kinda late I believe around midnight so they had run out of mostly everything ( I really wanted to try the chicken wings) but I was able to get a kebab (idk what meat to be honest). Whatever type of meat they gave me it was sooooo yummyyyy and I will not question them. We sat down in tiny tables and waiting for a few minutes while they cook my order in front of me. I can honestly say that It is the BEST meal I had in Istanbul! Probably the best kebab I will ever have in my LIFE!. The Kebab was huge and I was full with one. The kebab was full of flavor and I don't know what spices but my tastebuds were in heaven. The durum had some spices rubbed in it and the meat had onions and the meat was soft. The combination was perfect! The service was great, one of guys knew a bit of english I think he was the owner. The others not at all but don't worry you can still ask for kebab or anything you get will be full of flavor and tender. Please if you are in Istanbul come to this little joint and you will not be disappointed. It is actually very cheap for the quality of the food. If I go back to Istanbul I will definitely return to this place more than once :)

The best kebab wraps I've ever had, and probably the best I'll ever have. This lives up to the hype on Yelp, Istanbul Eats, and I can see why Anthony Bourdain also likes this place. It's a small place with 4-5 tables made for 2-3 people, and they have a pretty simple menu: durum kebab wraps (choice of 5 fillings), double meat wraps, or just kebab skewers with the durum on the side. The durum here is flaky, fresh, and charcoal grilled, and also has some spice rub inside which makes it extra tasty. It also has red onions inside and parsley, and I'm not normally a huge raw onion fan, but this paired perfectly with all the other flavors. The chicken wings were seasoned and grilled perfectly, and probably some of the best I've ever had in my life. Definitely get these if you come. And to top it all off, it was relatively inexpensive - one wrap was 7 Turkish lira, which is ~$2 USD. Between 5 of us (this was our second lunch), we spent about 40 Turkish lira for 2 wraps, chicken wings, and a beef kebab platter. I'd come here again in a heartbeat and thinking of coming here again in the last few days that I have left in Istanbul. One of the best places I've eaten in Istanbul - don't visit this city without visiting this place. You won't regret it!

Super awesome beef wraps worth seeking out. It was a favorite of late Anthony Bourdain's. Good inexpensive eats. This place is very casual. I had the slightly spicy Adana wrap (seasoned beef and lamb). The guys working there grill the food and take your order at the counter. I ate at a small table outside. The location is just off the beaten path and not in the best area so I'd go for lunch instead of at night. I'll be back as the food was great.

The only restaurant I like in Istanbul, had food here 4 times in my 5 days trip. Highly recommended

We came here twice during our trip to sit outside next to the photo of Anthony Bourdain. The service is quick/efficient and they do a good job working around the language barrier. Get the wrap, it's dirt cheap. You can order it with double meat if you're trying to burn some cash.

Don't know why this place is rated so high. I specifically asked for a chicken durum (in perfect Turkish!), and what I got is some chicken and bread on a plate and roll it yourself...only problem the 'bread' was cut in small squares so there was nothing to roll... The chicken didn't even taste any better than you can find elsewhere. Not worth the price (25 lira for tiny chicken cubes). Definitely a tourist trap or highly rated by tourists who just don't know better. Do not go there, have a seat on one of the nice Nevizade restaurant terrasses and enjoy being there.

Went here on a Istanbul food tour stop. Wow. Definitely tasted why so popular!! Best durum in Istanbul. Would eat here every day if possible.