Cafe Istanbul
(214) 902-0919
5450 W Lovers Ln Ste 222
Dallas,
TX
75209
32.851
-96.8197
Neighborhood: Greenway Park
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In Short
This local favorite is convenient to the nearby historic Inwood Theatre. Owned by a chef who maintains another restaurant in Turkey, Cafe Istanbul's landmark Aegean-blue awning signals the entry to an antique-filled example of Ottoman culture, blending ornate with cozy. Antiques, photos of old Istanbul and a bevy of copper kitchen tools make conversation easy until table talk turns to seasoned dishes such as iskender kebap (beef and lamb) or tavuk sis kebap (skewered chicken).
User Reviews
kristinrglee
January 29, 2009
I was craving stuffed grape leaves all week and so I went to Cafe Istanbul on a Wednesday night and was promptly seated. I ordered a glass of wine, dolma and some lamb thing in sauce. (I'm pretty new to the turkish food scene and can't recall exactly what it was.) The dolma was filled with delicious rice and pine nuts I think. I liked the texture and consistency of them. They weren't too big or too small either. As for the entree, I don't remember the name, but it was very flavorful and the tomatoes which accompanied it were perfectly grilled. I wasn't a huge fan of the entree...it reminded me of the texture of deli roast beef...although I'm sure it was a very good grade of meat. I think I'll just need to try a different entree when I return. And I definitely will return for some of those stuffed grape leaves!
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Anonymous
March 04, 2008
If you're looking for a fun spot on the weekend, this is a great restaurant to visit. While the waiters' behavior borders on arrogantly goofy, the food and wine makes up for it. Try the Turkish pinot noir, and go see the belly dancer at 9 pm on Friday and Saturday nights.
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janeflash
February 17, 2008
My husband and I stumbled onto Cafe Istanbul this summer and were looking forward to returning. This second time we had 3 adults and a baby. Since it was Valentine's Day, we made reservations. We were thrilled that we were able to get a table and that they didn't change the menu for 2/14. We had absolutely delicious house wine, hummus with straight from the oven warm flat bed. The lamb and chicken dishes were just right. The pear dessert and baklava were delightful. Very attentive service. We hope to return often.
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What to Drink:
Choose from 60 varieties of wine, including authentic Turkish labels (which management claims as a unique feature in the Dallas-Fort Worth area).
When to Go:
Make reservations for four or more, especially on weekends, when live entertainment is professional belly dancing.
Save Money:
Try the wine happy hour from 5pm to 7pm Wednesdays or Thursdays for a $15 bottle of wine, a couple of appetizers and leave with a $20 tab.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Theater District Dining, Happy Hour, Food Delivery, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
