Istanbul Kitchen, nestled at 19 Abbey St in Market Harborough, is a delightful Turkish restaurant where the tantalizing aroma of authentic cuisine greets you at the door. Customers rave about the inviting atmosphere, characterized by warmth and coziness, perfect for casual meals or special occasions. The culinary experience here is marked by the spectacle of chefs grilling meats over hot coals, adding a unique flair to your dining. Patrons like Dominique Saparia appreciate the friendly and professional service, while Callum Sih praises the generous portions of the mixed kebab, noting that leftovers taste even better the next day. The menu features a variety of delectable dishes; Lewis particularly enjoyed the full-size platter, offering an abundance of freshly prepared kebabs, mezzes, and unlimited bread—ideal for sharing. Families are welcome here, as mentioned by Helen Luxton, who noted the attentive care given to her child. Overall, Istanbul Kitchen stands out for its flavorful offerings, generous servings, and a welcoming spirit that keeps guests returning for more. For food lovers seeking authentic Turkish cuisine in a vibrant setting, Istanbul Kitchen is a must-visit destination.
Amenities and More
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves halal food
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Good for groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Has kids' menu
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Reviews For Istanbul Kitchen
Dominique Saparia
Jul 1,2025
As soon as we walked in the smell of delicious food instantly hits you. To make it even better, you could watch the chef assemble the meat and put them on the hot coals. Everything that came our way was delicious. The staff was very friendly and professional. The atmosphere was also inviting, warm and cozy. We will definitely be returning. However, I do have one request: perhaps play a little music? With how good the food was this is a nonissue because all you need is good food and good company.
callum sih
Jun 20,2025
Ordered a mixed kebab and got a really large portion.Rice and kebab was phenomenal and would definitely order again. I put leftovers in the microwave the day after and it tasted even better
sarah
Jun 11,2025
First visit for a very early and quick something to eat. We both had burgers with salad and we're very happy with the service, speed and most importantly flavour. Place was clean, and staff attentive. Will look forward to returning for a more relaxed meal in the future.
helen luxton
Jun 7,2025
Ate on Saturday afternoon. Lovely menu, large portions and polite and attentive staff. We had a small child with us and she was treated like royalty. Clean restaurant and food came quickly. Took a doggy bag home too
Lewis
Jun 2,2025
Excellent experience, we will definitely go again. The waiting staff were welcoming when we arrived, the menus were already on the tables and upon ordering the food arrived promptly. We ordered the full size platter, which was recommended for 3-4 people. It was easily enough for the 3 of us and with a beer each the bill came to just more than 60. Freshly cubed / skewered chicken and lamb, lamb ribs, chicken wings, a variety of mezzes, plenty of rice and unlimited bread - all freshly prepared, warm and tasty.
Irina Common
Jun 1,2025
Large portions, flavourful food, the owner gave us hummus and extra bread as a treat - it was a very good family lunch, when we're back in town we'll surely go back!
Debbie Bennett
May 16,2025
Lovely little find on our recent visit to the town. Fantastic food and excellent service, all at a reasonable price. Small restaurant that wasn't very busy, but they were doing a lot of takeaways, so clearly popular. We liked it so much we went back a couple of days later!
Rowan Stevens
Mar 31,2025
Wow! Amazing food and we were served by Maya. I think that’s her name. She was so lovely and helpful and we would not hesitate to recommend her to everyone xxx
Reviews For Istanbul Kitchen