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Istanbul Kebab Cork City

Restaurant Fast food restaurant Kebab shop Turkish restaurant Falafel restaurant

👍 One of the best Kebab I had, huge portions and friendly staff. If it’s busy, might be hard to find a parking, it is ideal for a late night out meal. For meat lovers Suggesting to try once this shop, you won’t regret. Mix Kebab was excellent. Definitely go again. People often mention kebab, friendly, good, fresh, Cork, staff, meal, meat, chicken, doner,


Address

75 Oliver Plunkett St, Centre, Cork, T12 FW02, Ireland

Contact

+353 21 427 4075

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1.6K reviews)


Working Hours

  • Friday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Monday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Tuesday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Wednesday: 12 PM to 3 AM
  • Thursday: 12 PM to 3 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: kebab (23) friendly (15) good (13) fresh (12) Cork (11) staff (10) meal (10) meat (9) chicken (8) doner (7)
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  • 4/5 Malith R. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best Kebab I had, huge portions and friendly staff. If it’s busy, might be hard to find a parking, it is ideal for a late night out meal. For meat lovers Suggesting to try once this shop, you won’t regret. Mix Kebab was excellent. Definitely go again.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Zuzana H. 1 month ago on Google • 679 reviews New
    Jídlo skutečně lahodné. Porce velké a chutné. Lepší je však si jídlo vzít se sebou. Restaurace nebyla čistá a WC přímo otřesné, až tak, že jsem musela dát hvězdu dolů.

  • 4/5 Soha 1 year ago on Google • 201 reviews
    Got the chicken doner kebab & mixed grill for one person with meal. The food was AMAZING. However the total was €36. As a tourist, i found it pretty expensive. Not sure if this is the average price of kebab shops in Cork. 🇮🇪🍖🧡
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 kieran K. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was excellent €25 for three althoughmy daughterjust ate mine as there was so much.. Big portion, so much so I was able to bring home nearly half my kebab to my son in a takeaway container provided by the restaurant. He was absolutely delighted. The food was very tasty with plenty of fresh salad and multiple sauces. My wife asked for a gluten free option and was given falafel with chicken and salad and said it was delicious. Nicely decorated, clean toilets, some foreign music on in the background and a multicultural clientele. Close your eyes and it was like being on holiday. Service was good and friendly. Looking forward to going back.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rory O. 1 year ago on Google
    I used to come here quite frequently, but unfortunately haven’t had the chance to visit in a while. Brilliant food at all times of the day. I recommend the Falafel.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul Richard B. 1 year ago on Google • 14 reviews
    If you are looking for an authentic kebab experience then this is the place to go. I always eat here with my wife and our favorite is their grilled kofta meal. You can choose to have chips or rice that can go with it and regardless of what you choose, you will never go wrong. If you will visit for the first time, when you order, i would suggest that you tell them to separate everything. That would separate the meats, veggies, sauce, and nan bread. This way you will be able to enjoy the food at your own pace as you dip their bread and meats to their amazing sauces to your liking. Their service is very good and they cook their food fresh. Value for money is very good as their food is amazing and you will surely go back once you experience it. This is a must visit when you go to the city. I have included their menu on the pictures and their opening times in case you want to go
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 sam w. 2 years ago on Google
    2 different meals!! 1 was meant to be just onions and no sauce the other was meant to be no salad!! Absolute joke of a place!! Don't answer phone or try to resolve issue!! €26 for something that I didn't order!! Avoid at all costs!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Klaudia B. 10 months ago on Google
    Chicken doner kebab or grilled chicken is what I'm coming back for. I'm a regular customer for many years. 😊 Large portions and good taste. Prices are quite high for a chicken doner kebab meal - 15 euro. Ps: Please consider renowating your bathrooms...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Susanna B. 1 year ago on Google
    The last time I had been here was 3 years ago and the food was good then, but it is great now! The staff is friendly, the ingredients fresh, and the Falafel are crispy - the home-made garlic sauce is wonderful and the fresh naan is to die for. I love that a meat eater and a vegetarian can both get a great meal here. The Falafel burger with a drink and (crispy) French fries cost 10 EUR, so not too bad for 2023. If you want the best Kebab in Cork, go here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wood K. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is a gem. Best mixed doner in town. The bread is hand made and fresh with good amount of meat on top, accompanied with vegetables and a very tasty sauce. Staff is friendly.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 D 6 months ago on Google • 362 reviews
    The guys are very nice and genuine sound guys. But if like I was this the best kebab in cork I feel sorry for cork I give honest reviews and opinions but this kebab is nowhere near the top 10 I have had. But everyone has different taste try it we all have different taste buds.

  • 5/5 Declan 4 months ago on Google • 48 reviews
    Hadn’t been in years and was shocked by the prices but I have to say it justifies it unlike anywhere else. Fantastic quick meal couldn’t fault it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vinit K. 7 months ago on Google • 237 reviews
    I travelled from Dublin and it was the best…I had the Lamb doner kebab meal I would definitely visit again

  • 5/5 Mido E. 3 years ago on Google
    Hands down the best kebab I have ever eaten. They take the time to bake the bread fresh, meat was a good portion and accompanied by a nice salad and sauce. Chips were nice too even though I was stuffed after the kebab. Well presented and staff were friendly. Can't wait to go again highly recommended 👌 ☺ 😌 👍 🙂 😊 👌 ☺ 😌 👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isabelle T. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was amazing, especially the fresh naan! They were out of rice but kindly gave me a bowl from the rice they had made for themselves for free with my meal. Service was very friendly, food was great and very flavorful. The plate came with a generous amount of meat. Waited about 10 minutes for the food to be ready as it was being cooked fresh.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jan R. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the tastiest kebabs I had in Ireland, very fresh, meat tasted like it should. Place was also super clean and the staff was friendly. Only downside would be that it would be on the more expensive side, but I can see the place posted about it to inform and judging by both the quality and city centre location its okay with me
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hawre K. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food , highly recommended. Love the taste and freshness. Very friendly employees. Had mix Donner €12 and really big portion that could be more enough for 2 people .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Acemaker 1. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food. Meat mix platter was amazing and great food. Great staff, very happy and welcoming.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Think P. 1 year ago on Google
    Really good taste and Service is also good!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zurrah R. 11 months ago on Google
    Very nice and fresh food. Highly recommended and plus point is its halal but ask first for yourselves👍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Jason Anthony B. 4 months ago on Google • 103 reviews
    It was my first ever time in here bit shocked over the €12 price tag for a kebab. When i got it arrived it was huge probably the biggest kebab in Cork. But unfortunately its nowhere near the best in Cork. The place was clean the Asian girls always cleaned the tables and floor when i was inside. Won't rule out trying their burgers but i doubt i ever will get a kebab from their again. Definitely tastier kebabs out there around cork city just have to find them. I had the chicken kebab which was a bit spicy some people like it that way others don't.

  • 5/5 Phil S. 1 week ago on Google • 82 reviews New
    Been in Cork for 2 days. Been all over Ireland for the past 2 weeks. This place is the ONLY positive food experience I had in the entire city of Cork. Had the Chicken Fillet sandwich. Delicious.

  • 5/5 vincenzo v. 1 month ago on Google • 66 reviews New
    Il migliore kebab di Cork!!

  • 5/5 John W. 3 months ago on Google • 52 reviews New
    Great place for a kebab, doner meat was spot on. You won't go hungry after this.

  • 1/5 D N. 2 weeks ago on Google • 35 reviews New
    I ate here after few hours i return everything. my goodness, last time i will buy from this shop 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮

  • 5/5 Joseph J. 1 week ago on Google • 20 reviews New
    Good

  • 4/5 Kinza S. 2 weeks ago on Google • 15 reviews New
    The food is superb with a good serving size especially the grilled chicken and lamb. The staff members are very cooperative and friendly. A place for all Turkish cuisine lovers!

  • 5/5 Илия �. 1 month ago on Google • 12 reviews New
    Супер е браво

  • 5/5 Pablo B. 1 week ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Fresh food and tasty!

  • 2/5 Ruhel A. 3 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    No way this was €13 🫠 plus €1 tip which was basically incorrect change 🙂‍↔️… the first time I went into a Turkish restaurant and dislike the food. The meat was chewy and no salt..

  • 4/5 Eoin L. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    This place serves an excellent doner kebab - usually. On a couple of occasions there just hasn't been enough lamb on the plate. Although all the accompaniments are also super-tasty, it's got to be the quality lamb that warrants the higher-than-average price. I hope they strive for more consistency with this. While I'm reviewing, Istanbul used to provide a shaker of some righteous spice mix on each table, years ago. I hope they'll bring back this old feature because it added depth of flavour even to simple things like portions of chips.

  • 2/5 Vidhan G. 1 month ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    This place has become very costly in last few years. a chicken donner kebab meal used to be 9.5 Euro in 2019 which is 14.50E now. In all honesty, nothing much has improved since then. The taste is small, the portion size has reduced infact and the overall vibe at the venue is pretty sub par. the amount of people eat there is just surprising to see. Lastly, the place smells really bad (almost disgusting)

  • 5/5 C M. 1 month ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    One of the best kebabs in cork . Allways fresh and portion sizes are good Staff are friendly also Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Ali s. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice and friendly staff. The food was super delicious!

  • 5/5 Martin D. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food at a great price . Thanks bharavan and Shauna for some lovely warm hospitality. First class customer service, thanks for a wonderful experience, you guys are awesome, keep up the great service and quality of food. Ye rock!!!

  • 5/5 Damien O' B. 2 years ago on Google
    Hands down the best Kebab shop in Cork City. I was born in Cork and lived here most of my life and Istanbul is definitely the nicest Turkish Kebab takeaway/restaurant in Cork. The food is consistently good quality. It's fresh. The staff are friendly. The shop is always spotless and what I like the most is that although it's in the middle of the drinking district in Cork city. They never comprise on quality so you're guaranteed good food whatever time you go. I wrote this long review as I'm sick of poor quality kebab shops around this city. I'm not going to name any. But, the quality in some of them is shocking.

  • 5/5 Ragheb M. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing food and staff. Best kebab place around cork. Definitely my top spot. Fresh made bread, perfectly seasoned meat and tasty salads. Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Thamires C. 11 months ago on Google
    Wonderful food and very large portions. My husband and I shared a meal for one person and were very satisfied. We were very well attended by a friendly Brazilian woman.

  • 5/5 Mateus A. 1 year ago on Google
    Best kebab I ever tried! Very delicious! I'm a regular customer for sure

  • 4/5 Paddy O. 8 months ago on Google
    Decent chicken kebab with a lot of filling for €20. Maybe a little wet to stop you holding it but tasty especially at end of an evening. Busy but they address queues quickly.

  • 5/5 Seán T. 10 months ago on Google
    Delicious food and friendly service, look at what you can get for only €10. Call in early.

  • 5/5 ionut c. 1 week ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Lovely and authentic Turkish food!🇹🇷🥰 Very tasty! The staff is very respectful and friendly! I'll be back soon 🙏🥰


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Counter service
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout

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