Cafe Istanbul

08/08/09

Great Food, Good Service

by DHC905 at Citysearch

I've seen people complain the decor is a bit lacking. It was fine by me, and given the neighborhood (3800 N Broadway) it looked like the Taj Mahal in comparison. The food was phenomenal - I got a yogurt kebab and a rice-dish entree. Both were supremely well seasoned, and the only meat I've ever had that was as tender and well cooked as the meat on my kebab is a filet mignon from one of our best steakhouses (Joe's).

Big fan, if it was closer, I would certainly go more often. Portions are "American"-sized too, so expect to take some home if you order an entree/kebab a person.

• Pros: Amazing dishes, from appetizers to entrees to kebabs
• Cons: Menu WAY to extensive