Istanbul'lu

Turkish restaurant · Somerville

Istanbul'lu

Turkish restaurant · Somerville

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237 Holland St, Somerville, MA 02144

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Istanbul’lu offers hearty Turkish dishes in a cozy, laid-back setting, perfect for breakfast cravings or a satisfying dinner escape.  

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237 Holland St, Somerville, MA 02144 Get directions

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237 Holland St, Somerville, MA 02144 Get directions

+1 617 440 7387
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"Istanbul’lu in Teel Square is a tiny, casual spot that makes plates of Turkish food so big you’ll feel like you can hibernate for a few days when you leave. It isn’t easy to get in here, because there only about as many tables in the place as there are rugs hanging on the walls, but it’s worth waiting for the roasted eggplant and tender lamb cubes. It’s open early on the weekends, making it a great option for breakfast when you’re sick of pancakes and avocado toast." - Dan Secatore

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Yashar E. Azam

Google
I felt like I was in Istanbul! For the reference, I’ve stayed in Istanbul at least a few months overall and have dined out many times in there. If you’re into Middle Easterner food, you Must try this place. I’d certainly go back there for lunch or dinner. Last but not least, the prices are really reasonable for the excellent quality and the quantity.

L B

Google
I order from this place often, this time I looked at the menu on the website and saw this photo of cheese borek that looked yummy and interesting, but when I got the food I was very surprised at what I got ( see the pictures).. very misleading. I will never order it again. 8$? No thanks. Additional star removed. This place has become a joke. Burned food, not the first time. That’s it I’m done with you.

Alice Lee

Google
Food is delicious. We had a baked baby eggplant with meat stuffing which came with thick creamy luscious yogurt. Get this! They provide warm complimentary bread with a garlicky red purée. So good. For entrees, we had the kofte and a bean stew. We loved every bite. Look forward to returning to work our way through the menu.

Chepkorir Sambu

Google
I love this restaurant. It has such a feel-good air. The Turkish interior is beautiful, the service is wonderful, and the food is delicious. As a tea-lover, I also recommend the Turkish tea here. Oh, and Turkish music is played every so often; sometimes American music is played, but I prefer it when Turkish music is played. It makes one feel as though they are in an ordinary part of Istanbul, where everyday, life is beautiful, and life is life. I just like the ambience here. It's my peaceful, lovely retreat.

Family Dennis

Google
So delicious! We loved our food, the Iskender and the Kofta were amazing and the special kunefe with pistachios was out of this world! The atmosphere is so cozy and warm and our server was so sweet and accommodating. Highly recommend!

Patrick Oleskey

Google
Came in for an early Sat evening dinner and loved it. The server was attentive without hovering and had great recommendations. Baby eggplant app, all the breads, lamb, everything was wonderfully flavored. Finish your meal off with baklava and a Turkish coffee. We'll be back soon.

Maria Loera

Google
Very tasty food. The meat was very tender and the spices were well balanced. The ambiance was laid back with a lot of traditional Turkish decorations and music. I did think the price was a little higher than I am used to seeing in the area for the portion size and type of food, but the food did taste good.

Bilal Wahid

Google
It was my first time eating Turkish food. I have only eaten it on Turkish airlines before . The food was really good here. I loved the the Turkish tea and the roll thing and also the chicken dish. Although the prices are a little bit high but the food is good. It was worth it. I am definitely going there again.