Istanbul in Hillingdon

Second time round we received raw chicken shish with a wrong order too. First time I thought maybe a mistake as we have never had issues. The man on the phone apologised and asked us to come back and will prepare our order again. A month later we ordered our usual and It’s happened again Spoke to the man on the phone and he told me to send him a picture of the food and then started to become defensive saying the chef has been there for 9 years and they cook chicken medium and if we wanted it well done we have to tell them?! He then told us to come back again and will prepare it again and I said no I wanted my money back and he refused and said we didn’t need compensating even though my husband had to drive back there again. They have lost a customer not going back there again. It has gone down hill

Used to go here years ago and loved it but after todays visit I won’t be back again. The atmosphere….none! Staff were miserable and it wasn’t because it was busy, it was far from it, in fact we didn’t even get a smile. They served our starter with salad but didn’t clear the dishes etc before coming out with our mains. We asked where the salad was for the mains to be told the salad from the starter was it and he seemed pretty put out because we questioned it. I will add the salad wasn’t fresh either.The mains were ok but nothing special at all in fact mine was pretty dry and it’s small portions but as others have said the prices have gone up and portion sizes down. I then had to visit the toilet and that’s was enough for me. They can obviously refit the main eating area but can’t clean toilets or even refit those (I’ll include pics of it). Save your money and go somewhere else. Lots of lovely places to eat in this area so their establishment needs to improve as their competitors are certainly outshining Istanbul by far.

Amazing family run turkish restaurant, food is amazing with lots to choose from, the staff are so polite and accomodating. They are very good with children and I have been coming for over 7 years and can not fault them at all.. I really recommend this place to eat 🙂

Once again the food was gorgeous but guys I have to say the portion size greatly reduced the Istanbul special me and my son always order was quite disappointing no shredded lamb or chicken on the bedded rice no lamb kofti only 2 lamb chops no sausage I understand the price increases from £28 - £40 and happy to pay but come on guys let’s not pull the wool over our eyes go back to your basics that’s what we loved about Istanbul Regards Steve

Very lovely restaurant, I have been coming here for over 7 years, the food is amazing and the staff are always very friendly. Lovely atmosphere and a really place to eat nice food. Highly recommend.

Absolutely delicious meal. Excellent vegetarian options. Very tasty bread and salad provided free before your meal. We both had the vegetarian Vegetable Kebab, which was wonderful, with aubergines, peppers, mushrooms and onions and an amazing savoury rice. Very generous portions, we were very, very full! Restaurant seems very clean and hygienic, the staff are helpful, friendly and speedy. Lovely atmosphere. Cannot fault this place. Thanks!!

I visited a week ago Friday, as 2 friends hadn't been for a month and wanted to go back to eat their tasty, well cooked food again. We arrived at 630pm and were greated with a warm smile. It was relatively quiet, as a little early, but that was nice as it wasn't too noisy for my elderly friend. We chose the Istanbul special for 2-3 people with a side of humus, all to be eaten with the complimentary salad, yoghurt, chilli sauce and their special bread. The platter came, bursting with a variety of meats, on a bed of rice and bulgar wheat, topped with some freshly grilled green peppers. I am pleased to say that nothing was wasted - we did struggle towards the end but as it was so delicious, we couldn't leave it alone. Our dish of salad ran out so, as per usual, they were happy to replenish it. All was washed down with a few glasses of their Turkish house wine - delicious. All in all, lovely as always. My friends have said that we should make it a monthly event and are already looking forward to their next visit. Keep up the good work and we'll see you again soon!

This restaurant is a favorite of ours throughout the year. The food is reasonbly priced you are given complimentary salad and bread befire your meal. The portion sizes are perfect we are always full by the end of the meal. The restaurant is clean and tgere is lovely wall art. The staff are always accommodating and very friendly. Never rushed to leave. Great overall experience. I also come with friends due to the overall cost, cleanliness and friendly welcome.

This place does not disappoint! We had a mixed grill for 2 and some drinks, which was absolutely delicious an great size portion. It is consistent every time we go or takeaway. This is my second review because its that good. Please dine here and keep this restaurant in business, Ruislip needs you.

Saturday evening meal at 7 ish, service was OK, food was OK, nothing special. Place lacked atmosphere.

Istanbul is just the best restaurant Family atmosphere excellent service still very reasonable prices their kebab is the Best and the grill grey mullet is the best fish I ate,in a restaurant is,a great place,if u want to spend z night out and enjoy ur Keal in a family atmosphere

Been here with a group of friends as I was craving for a Turkish meat feast and since my favourite place is quite far I looked up for some place nearby and found Istanbul. Since I remember eating in other decent places with the same name in and around London and Leicester I haven’t hesitated. ....well...not what I was expecting, neither quantity nor quality. The meat was ok but very limited amount, no starter, the chilli sauce was warm and with an off taste to it, and the ayran, which was bottled I just couldn’t drink. I think they need a competitor in the area

Over the past 4-5 years, I have eaten here many times and I'm never disappointed. My usual order is a large chicken shish. Yes, the price has increased slightly, no doubt due to the ever increasing costs of everything that we all have experienced recently, but the quality has remained great. 'Yes, they may have reduced the 'freebies' but that enables you to enjoy your meal, so you are left feeling satisfied but not uncomfortably full.' I used to see so many plates go back into the kitchen with food on - such a waste, was my thought. The Istabul specials remain very good value. I shared the one for 2-3 people at £42.95, with 2 friends, and we were struggling to eat everything. Less than £15 per head so, to me, a superb choice. There was definitely no room for any Baklava. We sampled all 3 Turkish wines, their house wines, and were definitely impressed. I have always found the staff courteous. In busy times you may have to wait 5-10 minutes for some service but I don't see that as a problem as I'm relaxing and busy socialising. It's also nice not to be rushed and made to feel that you are on a conveyor belt, that they want the table back and you're being pushed out the door. I'll be back there in the new year, to sample 'their fares' and drink their lovely Turkish wines again.

I travelled 80 miles to take my elderly mother and father to this restaurant at their specific request. The table was booked on line and I received a courtesy call confirming the booking. On arrival at Istanbul found that work was ongoing to the front door and that they were closed. We were offered a very cold and very noisy (drills) restaurant, with a take it, leave it, or come back this evening attitude. No call to say they had problems and no apology. Thanks very much for spoiling a family lunch out.

Am ever so pleased they shifted around the seating. Food is lovely, staff ever so polite. Turkish wine was also good. We asked for the main dishes to come out 30 minutes after the starter. Was no problem. Been a few times. Recommend

Our first time here and we had the meze for two very very filling very good service very busy we both enjoyed it so much we will definitely come back thank you

Nice upgrade of the interior with large fans to keep restaurant cool. Unfortunately having been here numerous times did not enjoy the experience. Very rushed service, seemed chaotic inside and outside seating areas. Visible huge reduction in the complimentary starers. 2 niniscule dishes with dips, pitta bread basket was sparce to share amongst 4 of us plus vasstly reduced salad for 4. To add price increases. The customers are definitely paying for the upgrade. Lost it appeal that it had before.

Tasty food and generous portion sizes. Had similar food a few days before elsewhere and there was no comparison.

Have always been long standing customers of Istanbul, even though portions decreased and prices increased recently. Tried to make an order over the phone for half chicken shish/ half mixed veg kebab (not on the menu but has been done before for me at the...

We used to go regularly but this was our first visit since covid lockdown. Our visit was disappointing. The complimentary starters had been vastly reduced to a tiny portion of salad and bread for 4 people. The mains portion was also a lot smaller but...

Great fast home delivery with delicious food! Have eaten in a couple of times but now have used them for delivery. Great choice of food at reasonable prices- food piping hot- superquick delivery

We used to be regular customers before lock down even though the prices had gone up it was still good food. This was my first take away from here since and I would never have it again. The meat was its usual good quality (mixed...

We have been fairly regular customers of Istanbul and have always loved it. But we were disappointed with our most recent visit. You don’t get olives and tzatziki as a free appetiser anymore. The salad they give as a starter has shrunk to just a...

I either write a review if its really good or really bad, but this was bloody amazing! We had the mixed kebab. The meat was well marinated, and tender. Portion size was also generous. Id like to say this is the best of its cuisine...

My friend and I went to this restaurant for the first time. The restaurant was very clean and the service polite and friendly. We both just had a main chicken Shish and lamb doner. This came with rice bread and salad. Very fresh and both...

Great Sunday dinner with great friends , normally go to white bear but our friends wanted a change, I was pleasantly surprised

Have been to this place a million and one times! Has to be my favourite Turkish in ruislip. Food is amazing never had a bad bit of lamb! Staff are great, they have helped me above and beyond in the past cant ever fault them!

Ordered a take away via Uber Eats, the website does state it's delivered by a restaurant driver. Arrived on time, if a little on the cold side. We had 2x box meals (adult) and 1x kids meal. There was more in the kids meal than...

I highly recommend this restaurant whether eating in or using the takeaway service. The food is always very well cooked, fresh and lots of it! A wide choice on the menu too and decent Turkish beer too. Have visited many times and never disappointed.

My family and I come very often because the food tastes amazing, they give a lot of complementary mezes and the staff are so lovely, the restaurant also looks pretty.

It was the best time! Best food and service I've had for a while. I hope to go again when I am in the area!

Finally got to visit here and it's only been openin the Manor for about 5 years! Glad we did, food is very good and so is the service and to be very honest - it is very good valie for money!

Have been a million and one times and its never been a disappointment, the most amazing lamb I've tasted. Always great service that have gone above and beyond a days work for me in the past! Great team! Thank you!

Overall this place was noisy so you can go with bunch of kids . We had to wait few minutes as restaurant was full but it was worth a wait. Complimentary salad bowl, olives bread with herbs was mouth watering. Food was tasty with decent quantity.

Fantastic food, good portion sizes and quick quality service. What is there not to like about Istanbul? Totally recommend eating here.

The restaurant provided us with takeaway food for a family party. The food was delicious and the portions were generous. I have also eaten at the restaurant in the past I can confirm that the food in the restaurant is also delicious and the portions also very generous. The meat (lamb) was cooked to perfection.

Food is great, especially the meat. The platters are massive. You can feed 2 with one portion. I’d recommend the mixed grill. You get various kebabs, lamb cutlets, wings and ribs, served on rice. With a doggy bag you are sorted for the next meal.... booking recommended.

I can't recommend his restaurant enough. Whether eating in or takeaway, it's fantastic value. The food is superb and always cooked to perfection. One reviewer said it was overpriced? Nonsense, must have been a competitor as it's very reasonable and the service is always good. We've eaten here many times as a family and group of friends and always a high standard.

Been here with a group of friends as I was craving for a Turkish meat feast and since my favourite place is quite far I looked up for some place nearby and found Istanbul.

It is near my house.Gone with my family for dinner.Situated on the main road,very easy to find.Small by cozy seating arrangement.We have Ayran & Salgam as soft drinks & Calamari as starter.A dish of deep fried squid with tarter sauce & salad.Excellent taste.For main course we have ordered Istanbul Special.A large platter of assorted lamb & chicken kebabs served with two types of rice,bread,salad.Sufficient for four of us.It was a mix of Lamb shish,Adana Kebab,Lamb Chops,Chicken wings,Chicken Doner & Lamb ribs. Kebebs were very succulent,soft ,well prepared with charcoal flavour.Very much enjoyed our food.But one bad experience,we have to wait for very long time for Istanbull Special dish to serve.No complain about the food.

We regularly go to this restaurant as it is perfect for my husband who is lactose intolerant. It is a family run business - service is perfect and very friendly staff. It is very good value and we love the fresh salad, sides and pitta bread before the main meal.

8 gents away on business just looking for a decent honest meal.

Visited here with a friend encouraged by the £7.95 2 course lunch deal and the fact that we were able to sit outside on a hot day. We ordered starters and were happily surprised that these were accompanied by a large and tasty salad and plenty of pitta bread. There was no suggestion on the menu of what the main course would come with but it arrived with two different types of rice and grilled peppers. Both courses were large, freshly prepared and tasty. Can't really say to much about the interior as we ate al fresco but it looked fairly authentically Turkish. My only reason for awarding 4 stars rather than 5 is that the service, although efficient was not particularly friendly with our waiter seeming to lack interest. Otherwise a really enjoyable lunch and we will be happy to return.

I visited this restraunt for lunch with my friend and unfortunately was very dissapointed. Service was extremely slow, food was bland. Waiters very arrogant and rude. Would not go again and do not recommend to anyone.

Always delicious, whether eat in or take - away. Always fresh, tasty, and plentiful portions. Staff are always helpful and efficient. Restaurant always has a nice atmosphere and is clean and tidy. Best Turkish restaurant / take-away around, always.

Delicious food, plenty of choice, reasonable prices and good sized portions. Friendly staff and an excellent service. We really enjiy coming here. Audrey

What a great day explore the square visited the blue mosque .visited the museum . Great historical places to vist recemmand this but u need afew days at least

Fantastic food, great taste and value for money. Restaurant always busy. Take away is available. I’m a frequent visitor with friends, colleagues who dine here and all feedback I’ve recieved is positive.

This is probably my favourite restaurant the food is amazing,the best I have ever tasted, all the waiters are amazing,extremely nice and helpful. Even the owner is great and funny. The price of the food is wonderful and everything is affordable also the environment is splendid it always feels cozy and the mood is lovely

Restaurant itself is more like a cafe than a restaurant but the food is pretty good and reasonably priced.

Friendly, helpful staff. Amazing food, reasonably priced. Also recommended for takeaway which always includes the fresh bread and sauces. Superb!!

We celebrated our son's birthday at Istanbul - there were 15 of us and the staff were fantastic - so friendly and accommodating - they planned the menu with us in advance and really looked after us. We had plenty of food and drinks and everyone enjoyed themselves from my nephew age 2yrs to my father in law who's 87yrs!! Thank you to all the staff.

People travel from miles away to come and eat at my local Turkish restaurant, not surprised it's always busy, always fab and the falafel are some of the best I've ever tasted! Go hungry!! Portions are enormous!!

Visited this place based on reviews and I was not disappointed wow. The food is tasty and the portions are so huge that we had to do a takeaway. The price is value for money and you really do get your moneys worth. I had the mixed grill which was so tasty and had every sort of meat you could want. I would recommend this place and will also be visiting again.

We tried Istanbul last year, as we were working in the area at the time and our little group was very fond of kebabs!

Not recommended for vegetarians. Ordered a takeaway, £7 for a halloumi wrap, £7 for a falafal wrap, abit overpriced. Cedar tree, across the road does better vegetarian food. Wraps were supermarket bought, not authentic. Cedar tree do wraps in Lebanese bread.

Great food and good value. Sometimes the staff could be a bit happier! But we would still go regardless.

tonight i went to my favourite restaurant only to have a tray of wine tipped over us. this was not the fault of the waitress who i felt sorry for but because it is too crowded and cramped with not enough room between tables, to add to this we were not given our starters which we were still charged for and not offered any concessions for being soaked in red wine and glass. accidents happen but the offer of a free drink would have been a nice touch. we got the starters taken off the bill but the customer services was severely lacking. the overcrowdiness in this restaurant could be dangerous in the case of a fire or other emergency. the food is still amazing and i wll still want to eat here.

Love it here. Delicious hot and cold meze, great kebabs, especially the Adana kebab. The staff are friendly and attentive, always welcoming. We visit regularly.

Visited my partner who lives in nearby Harrow and we were suggested Istanbul by here friends as a good place to eat nearby.

Went here just before Christmas and loved the food . We were given complimentary bread, olives,salad and tzatziki.

Have had take away from this place numerous times. the food is fresh, tasty and the guys that work in there are always really helpful and nice. Consistently good service!

Visited the restaurant with family and was very pleased with what we were served. The food wasn’t fancy but it was traditional and well cooked, there was plenty of it as well. Don’t go here if you are on a diet. Highly recommend if you like good value and plenty of food.

Since eating chicken kebab and kleftiko lamb here I don't go anywhere else. Even pitta bread tastes awesome on its own, especially with tzatzik. Generous portions, extremely flavoursome and well cooked. Never had bad meal in here. Down to earth place not trying to serve anything but good food. Strongly recommend.

Worst doner meat ever.salad old. cobra beer flat service bad.hygiene shocking ..never go there again

First visit and we were delighted. The service was excellent, very reasonably priced and the food was excellent. Very generous portions and we will definitely return soon.

One of our fave restaurants serving up (for us) astonishingly generous portions (compared to central London) of straightforward well prepared and presented delicious food.

Great place to eat with good selection & fab food. Warm pita bread to start with great dips, lovely salad then fab kebabs. Great selection of kebabs etc. Well worth a visit

Only been here once, but you definitely get your money’s worth. They give huge portions of meat, but if you’re looking for serious quality this may not be the place. Still a great atmosphere and you will have a lovely meal

Fantastic Turkish restaurant in the heart of Ruislip Manor. Freshly cooked, clean and delicious food that is made in front of you - ample portions and incredible value. I cannot rate this restaurant highly enough. We have eaten there with our children and friends too and have never been disappointed. The staff and manager are friendly and helpful. I urge you to go if you haven't already!

A good honest restaurant serving really tasty not greasy food, just the perfect place for lunch Great value for money and I found parking outside easy.

We return to this popular Turkish restaurant time and time again. I say popular because whatever time of day you go it’s always busy. The service is excellent and is well staffed with friendly/efficient waiters who ensure the good service continues during busy periods. The food is always plentiful and tasty. The meat is fresh , juicy and very good quality. The fish is well barbecued. The portions are enormous. Everything is accompanied with olives, fresh salad and home made breads.

Whether you eat in or takeaway, the standard of food here is excellent everytime I eat here. On my last visit I ordered three items to takeaway (a mixed kebab and two salmon fillets).

Been a few times now and it’s always been a busy and vibrant atmosphere, good tasty food and great portion sizes of everything offering super value for money.

We decided to try lunch at the Istanbul, the venue was very popular which was surprising for midweek lunchtime. The set menu was good value with large portions. My husband had the vine leaves which were rather bland and tasteless, however his mixed kebab was tasty and enjoyable. Efficient and friendly staff.

I visited second time the restaurant, I have been there with my family lunch time and we really enjoyed it so on Friday night the weather was great and decided to visit . I sat outside and ordered a mixed kebab and a large efes.

Food was nice, salad was fresh, lots of meat. The only thing I didn’t like was all the cooking smell and smoke was a bit much in the Resturant as we were all sitting in it.

The food was fantastic and service too. The members of staff friendly and work very hard.

Friendly staff. Food nice .. not the nicest presentation for eating in etc in my own personal eyes. But lovely food and decent prices 😀

Tried for the first time...turkish food. Enjoyed very much...the place is small but atmosphere is pleasant... We had various kebab dishes...all cooked very well... Will definitely recommend and will be cisiting again..

Came here on a Friday 6.30pm was very busy we managed to get the last 2 seats and just after we sat down people were coming in trying to get a table so obviously it’s a very popular restaurant..service is quick and the staff are very good especially considering how busy they are..we had the Istanbul special..the meat is lean and big portions will definitely return

Went for dinner here recently, not a place for a romantic evening, but fantastic value for a group of mates. We had the Istanbul special which has to be seen to be believed!! Great food at an amazing price.

Went with friend got a sharing platter for two . Not only was the portion size amazing but the food was gorgeous does get busy but understandable the food is great! 5 stars

I've ordered take away a few times and have to say for the price you are paying the portions are huge and the food is very tasty. I can see why it is a popular choice in the evenings!

Great food - terrific atmosphere - friendly and helpful staff. What more could you ask for? The portions are extremely generous. We are never able to eat it all and always bring some home for the next day

Probably one of the best restaurants in the ruislip area.food is awesome. Staff are always very friendly. I wish I...

We have been using this restaurant since it opened the food is great and reasonably priced. Arhan and his brother...

Had lunch here with a friend, opted for the lunch special of sucuk and lamb donner - both had far...

Basic restaurant but the food makes up for that. Staff are very friendly & atmosphere is good. The portions are...

Very nice and autenthic Turkish food, fresh salad and tasty meat. The service is great and the prices are afordable....

have eaten in their restaurant and had numerous takeaways . Always top notch food.By far the best kebab shop in...

Comimos aquí cada mes y su sabroso y razonablemente razonable. Recomiendo este lugar para una buena carne a la parrilla y el arroz y el pan son muy sabrosos

La intención de venir aquí por un tiempo las cosas bien ya que son locales y oído. No nos decepcionó, simple comida sabrosa turco bien preparado. Teníamos sentimientos cordero shish y pollo brochetas, buena calidad de carne con 2 tipos si arroz. Un bonito detalle fue la ensalada y pan plano y las aceitunas y tzaziki presentado cortesía antes del plato principal. No se podía comer de todo y para dos personas con bebidas gaseosas sólo £21!

Visited a few times and the foods always been really nice.Had the meal for four and there was plenty, the lamb was definitely my favourite.Would definitely recommend it to friends and family.Service was also good

We love it here - have recommended it so many times. Great for couples and groups. Food is amazing - it can get busy so if that is the case it does great take out too.

Got take-away as we were feeling lazy and didn't want to go out. As it happened, we'd have been turned away anyway. The place was packed! (Thursday night).The prices were fine, not cheap, not pricey, and the food tasted great. I was convinced to have a lamb dish with rice and yoghurt and I can definitely ay it was the right choice!I was a little perplexed by the takeaway portion sizes. The starters were tiny, with very few pieces of anything (we got the mushrooms, and the stuffed filo wrap/straws).The mains on the other hand were enormous...verging on too big...I had to eat it over 2 days...I'm not complaining, as I was glad to eat the tasty dish twice, but bigger starters is definitely a must. They were decidedly stingy in comparison to the mains.That said, it won't stop us from trying the place again. It's hard to find such good tasting Turkish food and is definitely a permanent favourite now!

This place is great for a massive portions and a nice atmosphere. Great for families and tasty dishes. Great meze too.

Enjoyed trying some new dishes and different flavours. Staff helpful and friendly. Busy Saturday night, happy, lively, energetic feel to the place. Definitely worth a second visit

Superb take away my adanA was amazing nice fresh food superb portions definitely coming back so tasty

Highly recommended Turkish food, very busy restaurant... booking ahead recommended . Good service and tasty fresh food