Ishtar
Turkish Restaurant££££
Marylebone, London
"The Kunafa is so good and CAN be their signature dessert..."(7 Tips)
"good and iskandar"(3 Tips)
"Simra Lamb ..."(3 Tips)
"Kunefe is the best in the menu ✌🏼️"(2 Tips)
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Kate 673March 16, 2017Great spot for lamb. I've tried koftas and lamb cubes (BBQ) and loved both, hummus and aubergine starter was good too. Enjoyed the baklava. Good value for lunch (<£20 for 3 courses)
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Yousef BabatinOctober 3, 2018We ordered Cheese Borek, Hummus with beef pastrami for starters then lamb iskander, lamb chops, and shish tawuk. Atmosphere was nice and friendly staff and service. Kunafe with ice cream🍨 for dessert
Upvote3Downvote- Maryam SalamahSeptember 23, 2015The Kunafa is so good and CAN be their signature dessert... However, they are ALWAYS out of them. You need to "reserve a Kunafa" with your reservation, which is ridiculous!
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BassimSeptember 15, 2016Nice Turkish restaurant. They have an offer that includes a sample of more than seven types of starters, one main course (I tried the tavuk sis) and two pieces of baklava. All were good and delicious.UpvoteDownvote
Dr. MJNovember 4, 2017Don't let fear or insecurity stop you from trying new things. Believe in yourself. Do what you love. And most importantly, be kind to others, even if you don't like themUpvote1Downvote
Kerem ArasMarch 17, 2020To describe it in one word:PERFECT the food, the service, the presentation.Just close your eyes and pick anything from the list you will like it.Will go again for sure.UpvoteDownvote
Kristie SMarch 9, 2017A lovely first visit to Ishtar! Delicious food, great drink's menu choice, wonderful desserts, lovely interior & professional staff! Highly recommend-especially for the Kazandibi dessert 🍮UpvoteDownvote
Jason HirstAugust 27, 2014Good selection of Turkish cuisine at a good price. If you're with a group, do ask for the alcoves downstairs for more space and privacy. Belly dancing on Friday nights!UpvoteDownvote- Kerem ArasMarch 17, 2020It was a perfect experience, meat was delicious, you should try the meze types, service was great and very friendly. We will go again for sure.UpvoteDownvote
Emtithal Al MullaMarch 7, 2017Iskander is very nice,but didn't like falafel it's soooo hard.tabola is amazing with touch of sweetness. Kunafa is must 👍🏻
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Hoss NassabiJuly 20, 2016We went there for late night Kunefe which happened to be super delicious. Not to mention the nice staff...
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Noor AAugust 31, 2015Simra lamb was really good👌🏼 we tried the mixed mezza, the Musaka was good and iskandar was very good.UpvoteDownvote
sh ✨April 3, 2016Delicioussss and the serves is excellent , dont forget the kunafa for dessert
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Sarah AltuwaijriJuly 27, 2015Really delicious food and amazing stuff ,the Kofte was yummy
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Tareq FadelMarch 12, 2016Amazing music and live band downstairs on Saturday nights. Definitely pay it a visit.UpvoteDownvote- BassimSeptember 15, 2016Nice food and friendly staff. Please try to find Carolina. She and her colleague rock! 👌🏽UpvoteDownvote
SARAHAugust 25, 2019It’s amazing the meat hummus was delicious, & it’s a quiet place ♥️👍🏻UpvoteDownvote
Best Turkish food in London with amazing service and stunning atmosphere!UpvoteDownvote
Mish DMarch 27, 2014Good food. Try the taboulah, lamb beytey and dont miss the konafah 😋UpvoteDownvote
Bulent KandemirSeptember 12, 2018Iskandar was terriable. I have still stomakek. Also cheep(awfull) restaurant, expensive foods.UpvoteDownvote
Ely Ilhem LaugesenDecember 14, 2012The food is good, but when we stood up to dance they removed our plates even though we weren't done with the food. We also asked for a tea cup that never came. Good ambiance though.UpvoteDownvote
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- Mon–Thu
- Noon–11:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–12:30 AM
- Sun
- Noon–10:30 PM
+44 20 7224 2446
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Yes
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Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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Full Bar, Cocktails
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