Kezban Mediterranean Restaurant in Edinburgh, City of

By all means to was very bad food. Delivered cold meat and bread are not fit for human consumption and I will never buy anything for this restaurant and my experience will be passed acquaintances .

The food was flavourful and delicious, especially the Tavuk!!!!

We booked ahead as we were a party of 6 but there was no need as there was only us and one other table of 2, which is reflected in the score for atmosphere. The interior is nicely decorated and really big with an open kitchen. We ordered a mixture of different kebabs which we all really enjoyed. The dessert list is small but still a sweet treat at the end of your meal. The coffee was probably the only thing not worth mentioning - weak and tepid. The service was good - friendly and relaxed. Overall, it was a good experience and good food. We all agreed we would go back.

I can't find the option for 6 stars

Very good restaurant. Food is so tasty, staff are so friendly.

Incredible food - the Kezban Banquet with a mixture of cold and hot mezzes was delicious! Not to forget the mouthwatering desserts; lokum and kunafe

Incredible food, best mezze option in Leith! Cozy restaurant with really tasty and authentic dishes. Amazing desserts too!

What a great place for fresh, tasty Mediterranean food! Great hummus and bread. We had chicken kabobs and salmon. Both were wonderful. Great service and atmosphere.

NEVER EVER AGAIN!! The manager charged us for a full plate dropped on the floor by accident. Extremely greedy and disgraceful, to charge us for food we never consumed. The worst restaurant, I complained face to face to manager but his answer is unacceptable "the meat is expensive". Well, they technically stole 23£ from me for a mix grill we never ate. They don't know how to care of customers. So disrespectful !!

The restaurant is beautiful and the service was excellent but the food was disappointing. The falafel wasn't freshly made (bought in) every thing was deep fried in cheap oil, the food was completely tasteless and the sauces were cheap from a jar. It's the worst meal I have ever had in a restaurant. My Mum was sick on the way home and I had an upset stomach that evening.

The food tastes good but the portions don't match the price

1st visit here, Absolutely loved the whole experience, Highly recommended, I will definitely be back

Came here for a work lunch. The food was flavourful and delicious, especially the Tavuk Guvec chicken! Really tasty cold mezzes to start with (hummus, cacik and baba ghanoush) however it would have been nice to have a bit more bread as it wasn't enough to finish the dips. The service was really friendly, but often there wasn't anyone around (i.e. to ask for more bread). I had a chocolate brownie for dessert and although nice, it wasn't as good as our mains. Still a great meal and I would definitely recommend! Nice décor and traditional music.

Delicious food at a reasonable price. All the meat is halal, the atmosphere is very nice and the staff are very friendly. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for some nice Turkish food.

Food was hot. tasty. the ratio of meat vegetables and herbs was just perfect in my lamb dish. the rice was sticky, but just enough. this was a very pleasant and tasty surprise. glad I discovered this place. many thanks to the chef

Very good food, friendly staff

Great food, tasty and cooked perfectly. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.

Yet another fabulous meal had here 🤤😋 staff are amazing/friendly, food fantastic & all in a beautiful authentic setting 🤩 Went with a friend who had wonderful memories of going to the Turkish quarter of Cyprus growing up & it took her right back to that time ☺️ the music, the food, the BBQ smells & she even had had a bag like one on the walls 😌 🔝🔝🔝 she was so glad to have finally visited Kezban & she will definitely be back! 🥰 Thanks Kirsty et all, you are still doing a fabulous job of serving gorgeous food & friendship to your customers 💖 it’s a win win from me! 💯%

We enjoyed the food so much came back the second night.

Amazing food, highly recommend the Kezban Special, which gives you a well rounded experience of different delicious dishes. We will definitely be back !!

Totally unforgettable experience, I ordered lamb kebab and received chips :) when I told that it's not what I ordered and wanted to order again, waitress decided that it's all my fault and asked me to pay more than in a menu (I already paid for chips which I didn't ordered, so we started a new bill with higher payment than in a menu). Not sure what would happen if I stay and they prep different than ordered food (probably they would like me to pay again and hope that next one will be correct:)). After all of that I decided to leave, so I heard the best comment from waitress "I do not understand what your problem is" spoken using very aggresive voice. I didn't have opportunity to try food, it's review of customer service which is the lowest possible. Please have that in mind before you decide to go there

we went for dinner. they were very kind. the prices were good. we loved the food.

We came in really late and we were surprised with a really warm welcome from a kind lady! We were six and had really low expectations due to some bad experiences in the city so far, but this little restaurant is a gem. Everyone was very satisfied and the quality of the food was very good. I ordered chicken wings and filled my stomach! Kudos to the kindness of the staff!

Brilliant service, food was the best Turkish food I’ve had especially the kebabs. A new fav :)

Great restaurant portions are less than I expected but food was good and their kunafa is the best I ever had so far

Diet coke missing - phoned restaurant

The restaurant is on a main street, very difficult to find parking for the car. The decoration is very nice and authentic. The working team consist of a chef and a lady waiter. We reached with another 2 couples by coincidence. And it took them 30 minutes to serve the drinks and another total of 45 minutes to serve the food. The food wasn’t the best, cooked nicely but the ingredients were not the best, meat was chewy and tough. It’s a shame that potentially a good restaurant with a good chef looses foot due to ingredients and less manpower.

Just perfect. Super nice staff and great food. Nice customers, too :)

Food and place is amazing, easily 5 stars

My first day in Edinburgh and my first choice for a good meal in the evening close to the place where I stayed. Lovely place, very friendly service and the food is very delicious.

Really homely vibe and lovely front of house team. The

I’m thankful to the rain who rushed us into the first restaurant we saw cuz hands down this is the best food I’ve had in Edinburgh!!! And thanks to the lovely Scottish lady who hosted us into this wonderful place. ♥️🙏

A restaurant that treats people with disdain and superiority I work as a delivery driver. He asked me to wait outside the restaurant in the rain This is the first time this has happened to me in two years I will tell all my colleagues and friends who work in food delivery to boycott this restaurant

Such a wonderful meal. The dish so rich in flavour and for someone like me who can't handle spicies was actually really nice flavours with less chilli or no chilli. Atmosphere so comfortable. Love it really

Fantastic ! Delicious food and cozy atmosphere very recommend. Came twice in 1 week.

Absolutely delicious. Bread, mezzes and curries were so tasty and meat was so well marinated. Service was so friendly as well - allowed me to takeaway extra bread. Definitely will be back!

Delicious, no-fuss dishes, very pleasant staff

Having visited the Kezban on many occasions over a number of years while on business in Edinburgh, this restaurant has always been my go to place however I gave it a miss more recently! Reason being the stainless steel plates introduced during C-19 I don't like them at all, this place deserves better than this, please go back to crockery

Wonderful service and experience. We ordered the Kezban Special and everything was delicious - the bread, mezzes, grilled meats - all very fresh and flavourful. The staff was also courteous and attentive. Highly recommend!

Fabulous food can’t fault anything every time we’ve been it’s outstanding ⭐️

Went here for a work night out with over 10 people and the staff were so friendly and attentive. The food also came quickly but was hot and yummy! Lovely place and highly recommend.

Lovely restaurant, excellent food & amazing service would highly recommend

Best Turkish restaurant by far. Food is incredible, service to match. Will definitely be back. Recommended. A++++

delicious food and service. Definitely recommend

Delicious food and very accommodating staff to dietary needs. I would go here again.

The best Turkish restaurant in town ! The good was brilliant, it arrived quickly and wasn’t too expensive. Lots of choice on the menu and they were happy to cater for fussy eaters who wanted changes. The staff were super attentive with a friendly welcome and then they went out of their way to make sure the meal and drinks were to our liking. Nice atmosphere with comfy seating and large tables to spread all your dishes out on (we chose pretty much everything !). The restaurant also a large window looking into the kitchen so you can see the food being prepared if you want!

Lovely restaurant. The service was good, nice atmosphere. Very busy for an early week evening (would book if you want to go). Food was great. Price good for what it was.

We had the most delicious dinner here and can't wait to come back! Ali and the team took great care of us and were so hospitable and welcoming. This place is a must for great food in Edinburgh!

So far the Best kebab in Edinburgh that I have tried. Friendly people and nice environment. Will be back soon

Delicious 😋 Will most definitely be back when I'm that side of the city again!!

Had the share platter for dinner here, it was absolutely delicious, fresh and all round amazing. The staff were so lovely especially the lady owner. she was so accommodating and it felt like we’re dining in an authentic kitchen in the Mediterranean. Highly recommend.

Best meal I've had in a very long time. We ordered the Kezban Special Feast as a sharing main for 2, followed by Baklava and Kunefe and some delicious Turkish coffee. Absolutely outstanding

Visited while staying in Leith and we were very impressed. Very pleasant and helpful team and a nice atmosphere. The mains were beautiful, I had the adana kebab and for dessert the knife which was very good. If we are in the area again we will definitely be back.

Great Turkish food, just a pity Ali supports Chelsea 😀

Lovely place with amazing food, great service and wonderful coffee. A little sanctuary from the bustle of Leith.

Lovely food and a hidden gem in the Leith area of Edinburgh. The restaurant has a great authentic and family run atmosphere. Will definitely return when next in Edinburg

fantastic food, great flavours, very well cooked, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Popped in at 8pm on a Monday. Not too full nor too empty. The front of house chap was a little calm at first but soon turned out to be a thoroughly enthusiastic and warm guy. The decor is clean and, well, Turkish and the kitchen is viewable through a huge glass window - all the scrutiny but no fumes/smells. I've eaten Turkish food in many restaurants- this was the best. Faultless. Three Starters - Halloumi, Mushrooms and Hummus, all with Turkish bread and all superb. Two Mains, lamb chops and a chicken dish with a sauce of yoghurt, herbs and aubergine. Both were ample and very tasty. Add in an Efes Draft, 3 large glasses of wine and 2 Turkish coffees and the bill was a few quid south of £90. All in all, a great choice and one for a revisit without hesitation.

Amazingly tasty food and so friendly and lovely. We had a great time and will certainly be back. Friendly family feel and food to die for.

Really nice food...12 of us eaten here, 17,02,24.. no complaints

Great atmosphere great staff would recommend! Had Ali Nazik and baklava, both of which were excellent. Good value for money.

Lovely staff very friendly friendly and great food.

Great place, great food, cosy atmosphere!

Dropped in on a Saturday night with no booking - no problem, staff very welcoming. Sitting at the front of the restaurant you can watch the food being prepared in the kitchen. The food is really delicious. As this was our first visit they kindly didn't charge for the Turkish delight we had as dessert. All in all there was not a thing to complain about.

Fantastic food, chicken wings were amazing! attentive friendly staff, couldn't fault it at all definitely 5 stars!

Thank you!Everything was very delicious!

Pleasant middle eastern food. Rather meagre portions, however., only 3 prawns in serve and not enough bread for dips. Cosy and comfy atmosphere. Busy and lively.

Loved the flavours. Was close to the original one.

Great service, relaxed atmosphere and amazing food.

Initially the smell put me off, I don't know why it smelled the way it did. Everything was really salty but somehow lacking in flavour. I did enjoy the bread though, had it the day after, toasted, and it was delicious. The meat in the mixed grill wasn't too chewy but still tough and bland. I had a craving for grilled meat and now I don't want any meat for a while. The sauces had a strange off taste to them I've never tasted before. I prefer Ada as they have more flavour in their food, but sadly they don't deliver to me.

I attended with colleagues for a large Christmas gathering. The team were great with organising, creating a menu, taking our preorder and welcoming us in to great food. Thanks again!

Had a really great meal tonight and the staff were all very lovely . Highly recommend

El menjar és bo. Pero el servei molt lent.

Always excellent - highly recommend :)

Was at Kezban for a birthday celebration. There was 13 of us and we'd booked the area at the back of the restaurant. Fantastic, authentic, fresh turkish food. Those who had not tried turkish food loved it. Adana kebab is my absolute favourite and it was beautiful as always. Ali looked after us fantastically well. Always on hand and nothing was too much bother for him. The meal was finished off with complimentary Turkish tea and some kurdish dancing! Thank you so much for making everything so special. We'll definitely be back!!

Great authentic food and hospitality.

È uno dei pochi ristoranti di Edimburgo dove si può cenare dopo le ore 22,00. Il personale è accogliente e disponibile. C'è una vasta scelta di piatti. L'accesso ai disabili in carrozzella è garantito. I prezzi sono nella media.

Amazing place . We were recommended it by one of the staff at the Lind and Lime distillery in Coburg St so we decided to try it out. It's a lovely friendly place, staff were so helpful and pleasant, made lots of recommendations about the dishes and nothing disappointed. Food was fantastic, service was great and very reasonable prices with good value house wine . Will definitely be back !

Amazing quality food, a bit on the expensive side but worth it for a special occasion

I absolutely love the food here, everything I've tried, I've loved. Would recommend to everyone

Had a great meal, lovely spacious atmosphere in the back room. Friendly staff, helpful with navigating my difficult dietary restrictions, food tasty and enjoyable. A great experience.

We were in town on vacation and came upon this little gem of a restaurant and thank goodness we did. It was the best meal we had while in town. Atmosphere is great and the food even better. Don’t miss out on this Turkish dining experience in the heart of Leith.

We have eaten at Kezban several times, and the food has always been fantastic. Great value too.

Yemekler ve ortam şahaneydi ailece ve arkadaşlarımızla çok keyif aldık herşey için teşekkür ederiz

Great staff, very tasty food, prices are reasonable.

Great restaurant in the heart of Leith, beautiful food so tasty and well presented , you can see food being cooked which is always a good sign the service was brilliant

Very enjoyable meal as always. Pleasant and friendly staff

They Cancelled my order 45 minutes after ordering

Ordered food to collect. Got home to find half the order missing. To be fair the restaurant replaced the whole order - but only after we asked (because half the food went cold). Least I would've expected after spending over £50 on a takeaway. No apology offered about the hassle of getting our food over an hour later than planned. When we got it, the food was tasty though.

Food was average, not anywhere as good as some of the other Turkish restaurants in Edinburgh. The main problem was the manager on this Monday night who seemed to have an attitude problem the moment we walked in, gave absolutely terrible service and made us feel like we were an inconvenience. There was a young waiter who said it was his first day and he tried his best in all fairness, but will never go back because of the managers behaviour. Ps charging customers extra for sauces is hilarious, spend your money elsewhere.

Pleasing staff and amazing food. Great service overall

Delicious flavorful halal Turkish food. We ordered the special feast for two. Ample food was given it seemed the amount of food could have fed more than two people. All the courses came out back to back so there wasn’t enough time to enjoy each course on its own. The warm Turkish bread with hummus and two other condiments were delicious but it would have been nice if waiter would have explained what each item was. We had to call the waiter back to explain. I guess the assumption was we already knew the cuisine. Meat was tasty but dry. Overall it was a satisfying experience. I would recommend this restaurant.

Jako fina hrana, dobar ambijent, ljubazna konobarica.

Excellent dinner for our last night in Edinburgh. We reserved via email the week before for our party of seven . Delicious meal and wonderful service . Highly recommend !

Their food was just very salty! I couldn’t eat.

Generous portions, full of flavour in a friendly and fun setting.

Had the banquet for two, just turned up no booking, shown to table near the glass viewing area into the kitchen. Drinks served and orders taken, the host was most welcoming and could not do enough for you. The food was one of the best meals and experiences had for a long time. The staff are all good and accommodating without being over bearing. A jewel hidden away in leith, now the trams run down here. Get down and find this hidden little treasure for yourself, the decor and atmosphere make it as well. Will be back

Amazing food. Every dish was excellent

Delish, healthy, flavorful fresh food and phenomenal service. The decor is lovely and rhe service bar none. If you’re lucky- the owner will turn up the tunes and dance. A fun and memorable evening

What a fun experience! The food was lovely, wait staff was very informed and pointed me to a delicious entree. Would highly recommend!