Searching for a stylish restaurant with authentic, mouth-watering Turkish cuisine? Istanbul Restaurant has recently taken on new management with a mission to deliver the finest quality food in Bradford. 

Whether you’re in need of a speedy delivery or looking for the ideal spot for a family dinner, you’ll find fantastic food and a lavish interior awaiting you. From appetisers to desserts, piping hot mezes to succulent kebabs, lovers of flavoursome food will find plenty to choose from. 

Discover what makes Istanbul Restaurant a prime destination for delicious dishes, excellent service and a wonderful all-round experience. 

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Tasty kebabs are a staple dish and always have an authentic flavourTasty kebabs are a staple dish and always have an authentic flavour (Image: Istanbul Restaurant)

Tempting Turkish dishes with a classic influence  

The life and soul of any restaurant is the food that comes out of the kitchen. Having reorganised their menu and updated the methods of preparing dishes, Istanbul Restaurant fuse traditional recipes with modern techniques.  

If you’re after a light starter to whet your appetite or fancy something to share, you’ll be spoilt for choice with a wide range of cold and hot mezes. 

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Hot meze platter.Hot meze platter. (Image: Istanbul Restaurant)

To start you off, there’s garlic mushrooms cooked in a creamy garlic sauce and served with aromatic fried onions and peppers. If that’s got your stomach grumbling, you can also tuck in to a mixed hot mese platter – boasting several authentic Turkish delicacies including grilled halloumi, sucuk sausages and wonderfully flaky Sigara Boregi pastries filled with feta and parsley.  

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Harun Kundes and Oktay Shyukri are the proud new owners of Istanbul Restaurant.Harun Kundes and Oktay Shyukri are the proud new owners of Istanbul Restaurant. (Image: Istanbul Restaurant)

Moving on to the mains, lovers of meat-based meals will find plenty to please their tastebuds. The charcoal grill is the king of the kitchen, here’s just a small glimpse of what might find its way to your plate: 

  • Adana Kofte – two skewers of tender minced lamb blended with a mix of peppers and Turkish herb blend, complementing the flavour of the lamb wonderfully. 
  • Chicken Shish Cubes – Eight succulent pieces of chicken breast with a wonderfully aromatic blend of authentic Turkish spices. 
  • Mix Kebab – the king of kebabs, this meal for one contains three chicken wings, three lamb ribs, three cubes of chicken shish and a touch of lamb and chicken shawarma. 

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: There's plenty of space and lovely décor if you're planning a sit-down meal.There's plenty of space and lovely décor if you're planning a sit-down meal. (Image: Istanbul Restaurant)

An array of options for all tastes  

Whilst authentic Turskish cuisine is renowned for its seafood dishes and meaty kebabs, Istanbul Restaurant is determined to create a stellar experience for vegetarians. Using the highest quality ingredients for all their dishes, as well as incorporating an array of aromatic Turkish spices, ensures that vegetable-based meals are just as tasty as others. 

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Lachmacun.Lachmacun. (Image: Istanbul Restaurant)

If you’re in the mood for a hearty meal, the vegetarian kebab has just about everything you could ask for. Sliced onions, peppers, aubergine, courgette, mushrooms and tomatoes, cooked to perfection on the grill and served with Turkish yoghurt and seasoned tomato sauce. 

For customers with a sweet tooth, a fresh baklava slice or traditional Kunefe pastry layered with clotted cream, cheese and pistachios will be the crowning moment on a lovely meal. For those after something lighter, there’s a selection of authentic Turkish coffees, teas and Italian coffees. 

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: There are plenty of mouth-watering options on the menu.There are plenty of mouth-watering options on the menu. (Image: Istanbul Restaurant)

Enjoy a sit-down meal or a feast in your own home 

The wonderfully renovated interior truly makes an evening of drinks and good food a memorable one. You can ring up or book a table from the website, whether you’re stopping by for lunch or staying for dinner. Istanbul Restaurant pride themselves on their welcoming atmosphere, complete with atmospheric lighting, decorative walls and many rows of comfortable seating. 

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Mixed Platter.Mixed Platter. (Image: Istanbul Restaurant)

The restaurant is open from 11:30am to 10:30pm Monday to Friday, and 11:30am to 11pm on weekends. If you’re just after a bite to eat at home, Istanbul Restaurant will aim to get your order to your door as swiftly as possible during their opening times. You can pay online or with cash on delivery. 

To book a table, place an takeaway order or find the full menu, visit istanbulrestaurantbradford.co.uk.