We heard about this restaurant though the hotel we stayed in.
It's a small / family restaurant with real authentic Turkish food. The staff is very nice and kind.
We arrived and the restaurant was full (good sign!!). The service was quick.
We ordered falafel salad (vegetarian option), chicken and beef kebab. Everything was delicious! To complement they offered us an entry dish with Turkish bread.
10/10 the best restaurant we have been in Turkey. 👌
David Bindrup
Google
5 Stars! The best food in all Istanbul. The chicken was so tender and perfectly seasoned. The hummus was fresh the lamb kabob and eggplant absolutely amazing. Awesome service and great prices. Eat here your first day so you can return every day of your trip. Don’t come to late like us 2 days ago at 9:15pm almost everything was sold out - that’s how fresh this place is.
Brian Lim
Google
First restaurant we dined in Istanbul and didn't disappoint. We arrived about 7pm and the restaurant was full, there were a group before us and only waited for 10min. The menu comes with English translation. We ordered Adana, Urfa and Patlicani kebab. The kebab was well seasoned, and the meat was tender. We recommend the Urfa kebab. Overall, we enjoyed our dinner with the only negative being seated closest to the toilet.
Khana Shauqeen
Google
It's a 7/10 place and definitely not go out of your way or go the next day again kinda place. It's cute, seemingly family run, tight space but efficient with outdoor seating also. Adana kababs were decent, Urfa didn't have much flavor for me. I just had the most wonderful Adana kababs in Adiyaman and was expecting Istanbul to top or atleast match that but it didn't. Atleast not this spot. And it's $450/kabab. People seem to like this place as 5 star but honestly I wouldn't give it more than 3.5. You decide for yourself.
Yetemar-Kenyell Cross
Google
Why come to Istanbul for a cheeseburger? If you want fabulous Turkish food, this is the place. It’s a small eatery with limited seating and fills up fast. I liked the streetside table seating with cars and motorbikes zipping by for a nice taste of city life. Meanwhile, the food brings a taste of Turkish life. A foodie dream. Items are offered in singular plates, so it’s fun to order several things to try or share (making it more fun). Portions will fill you up quickly. The service and staff were as good as the food. Highly recommended.
Aimee Duffy
Google
Such a delicious dinner spot. Really fairly priced and good portions. Service is super quick. 100% recommend! Hummus and urfa kebab were great.
Ibrahim A.
Google
Best place to eat healthy, tasty and authentic Turkish food. Price is very fair and the service is outstanding. High quality products. It look like it’s family owned business.
YM Leow
Google
Delicious meals at a good reasonably price by Istanbul standards. Great service. The hummus, the Patlicanli kebap and the chicken wings were tasty. Love the taste of the grilled marinate on chicken skin.
Faraz A.
Yelp
It's a 7/10 place and definitely not go out of your way or go the next day again kinda place. It's cute, seemingly family run, tight space but efficient with outdoor seating also. Adana kababs were decent, Urfa didn't have much flavor for me. I just had the most wonderful Adana kababs in Adiyaman and was expecting Istanbul to top or atleast match that but it didn't. Atleast not this spot. And it's $450/kabab. People seem to like this place as 5 star but honestly I wouldn't give it more than 3.5. You decide for yourself.
John H.
Yelp
Finally a shish kabob with a nice char. Enjoyed the complimentary vegetable dip and bread. I would skip the falafel because it needs a dipping sauce and ate dry.
Sadly I did not order the durrum wraps or lamb kebabs which looked amazing. Only four outdoor tables on an incline street, but indoor tables if you don't mind the indoor grill. Service was prudent but could be more gracious.
Ness S.
Yelp
Excellent kebabs. This is a very modest looking establishment where the owner grills her own meat. But the flavors -- oh, they are amazing. I would rate this as one of the best kebab places we are in Istanbul. Definitely don't go for the ambience, but the food is excellent. The owner was also very gracious in serving us and brought us several items complimentary.
Everything we got here was just amazing. The chicken, beef, lamb -- everything! A must repeat when I visit Istanbul again.
Rebecca Z.
Yelp
The Best Kebabs in all of Istanbul! It's fresh and full of flavor. The team is kind and professional. I really enjoyed the complimentary vegetable dip with bread . The eggplant , yogurt and hummus appetizers are a must order with any dish. I really love how the meat is juicy and is full of flavor. Keep up the good work TomTom Kebab . I will for sure be back .
Lionel P.
Yelp
We came at 1:30 for lunch not open
We came at 2 because they said open at 2 - not open
We came at 3 still not open
Come back 7:30 and so many people we couldn't get in. So stupid and no apology, no accommodation what so ever.
Ahmed S.
Yelp
I was looking for good place for grills while in Isteklal street and from a side road you find this calm and cozy place. Everything was perfect, they were very welcoming and answering every question I had about the menu.
The food was so tasty, the grilled chicken was marinated very well and the Kebab with aubergine skewer was the best lamb taste I ever experienced.
The cost is not reflecting the great food and service!
Volker G.
Yelp
Amazing, authentic the real deal and the peeps are genuinely and make you feel like family
Sierra S.
Yelp
The best falafel and I love all the sides! Also such a cute neighborhood, the service was great. You must come here for lunch!
Kristy B.
Yelp
Ahhh my fav place in Istanbul. It had the most amazing grilled kebab wraps and lentil soup. Wish I could eat more! It's a hole in the wall and is owned by a family..they are soo welcoming and this place is located in the most sophisticated streets of Istanbul ( Beyoglu). It's a busy place but for all good reasons..