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Istanbul Turkish Restaurant mlimani

Restaurant Turkish restaurant

👍👍 Do you wanna feel like you are in Istanbul taking baklava?😀 If YES, this is the right place for you. The food are yummy yummy 😋 People often mention Turkish, restaurant, good, service, coffee, time, Istanbul, minutes, experience, nice,


Address

Mlimani City Mall Plot No.95 Ubungu Sam Nujoma Road Dar es Salaam, 32954, Tanzania

Contact

+255 766 400 401

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (896 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Monday: 10 AM to 10:30 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Turkish (27) restaurant (21) good (19) service (17) coffee (12) time (11) Istanbul (10) minutes (10) experience (9) nice (8)
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  • 4/5 Rupesh S. 1 year ago on Google • 159 reviews
    Istanbul Turkish restaurant is located in the Mlimani city premises. It is a very nice place for Turkish cuisine. They provide Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, and dinner. They have a variety of options for coffee. It is easily accessible and very spacious. When we visited, most of the seats were occupied. The interior of the restaurant is very nice and it creates a very positive atmosphere. We can pay through mobile money or Cash payment options are also available. They provide free Wi-Fi service. Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Cakes and pastries are the specialties of the restaurant. The waiting time is not more and the staff is also very cooperative. We will get paid parking. Kids can also enjoy the place. We can enjoy the restaurant followed by shopping. We can spend 3-4 hours in the Mall.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shollah C. 10 months ago on Google • 139 reviews
    I recently had a delighful experience of dining at a charming Turkish restaurant that not only offered delicious food but also provided a unique twist with its coffee and lemon poppy cake. From the moment I stepped into the establishment, I was greeted with warm hospitality and an inviting ambiance that set the stage for a memorable culinary experience. The restaurant's menu featured a delightful selection of Turkish cuisine, showcasing the rich flavors and diverse culinary traditions of the region. From traditional mezes to hearty main courses, there was something for everyone to enjoy. The attentive staff guided me through the menu, offering insightful recommendations and ensuring that my dietary preferences were accommodated. Now, let's talk about the coffee. The Turkish coffee served at this restaurant was an absolute highlight. The aroma wafting from the freshly brewed coffee was tantalizing, and the rich, bold flavor exceeded my expectations. The coffee was expertly prepared, presenting a harmonious balance of bitterness and sweetness. It was truly a sensory delight, and I found myself savoring every sip. As for the lemon poppy cake, it was a true revelation. The cake had a light and fluffy texture, and the tangy lemon flavor was beautifully complemented by the delicate crunch of poppy seeds. The presentation was elegant, and each bite was a burst of citrusy goodness. Paired with a cup of Turkish coffee, it made for a delightful combination of flavors. Aside from the exceptional food and beverages, the service at this Turkish restaurant was outstanding. The staff members were attentive, knowledgeable, and passionate about their cuisine. They took the time to explain the origins and unique characteristics of each dish, adding a layer of depth to the overall dining experience. I felt genuinely cared for throughout my visit. The atmosphere of the restaurant was another noteworthy aspect. The cozy outdoor was adorned with cute garden ambience, creating a welcoming and authentic ambiance making me work quietly with Laptop works. Soft background music added to the overall charm. In summary, my experience at this Turkish restaurant offering coffee and lemon poppy cake was truly memorable. The delicious food, particularly the Turkish coffee and lemon poppy cake, exceeded my expectations. The attentive service, inviting atmosphere, and genuine passion for Turkish cuisine added to the overall charm of the place. If you're looking for a unique and delightful dining experience, I highly recommend giving this restaurant a visit.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nkungu G. 9 months ago on Google • 67 reviews
    Do you wanna feel like you are in Istanbul taking baklava?😀 If YES, this is the right place for you. The food are yummy yummy 😋
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dimitar T. 1 year ago on Google
    Recomend oriental food super delicious.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Soheil J. 8 months ago on Google • 190 reviews
    Nice ambiance but its far from typical Turkish restaurant I would say. Food was MEH as well as service. Its good place to hangout and enjoy the ambiance.

  • 4/5 Cyrus Sireraw K. 2 years ago on Google
    Prisca is an amazing waitress. Polite, charming smile and well informed! Asante Istanbul Turkish Restaurant!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Godbless 3 months ago on Google • 73 reviews New
    A good place to chill and meet with friends
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Richard v. L. 4 months ago on Google • 126 reviews
    Pathetic service, waited over 30 minutes for our beverages (ice coffee & mocktail) Food was served cold after 50 minutes of waiting followed by another 20 minutes for the bill which I then actually got myself, without recipe. Flip guys that was with distance the worst experience I ever had.

  • 5/5 Suzanne M. 3 months ago on Google • 86 reviews New
    We had 2 little boys with us and the staff were very patient with them. The menu was very varied which was great. The building tastefully furnished with lovely gardens.

  • 2/5 yasser e. 8 months ago on Google • 78 reviews
    Place is nice Food is average Food qty is too small for the price. Paid 20000 for kofta pilau and walked away still hungry

  • 3/5 Brege 1 year ago on Google
    Poor Customer service, they took almost 20 minutes to come and take our order, the food quality is good, some food items are a bit pricey. They need to improve their services to attract more customers.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 ESKAY 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely dreadful! Was really craving some baklava and headed over to their outlet at Mlimani with the entire family. Calling the abomination they served, baklava, would be the biggest insult to the dessert. To top it off, they charge 15k for this disgusting mess. I also tried their hummus as it takes exceptional skills to mess up hummus. But, they didn’t disappoint me here either. They somehow managed to mess that up too. I don’t think I’ll ever come back to this place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Happy J. 2 years ago on Google
    Peacefull place and classic...
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 sharf k. 3 years ago on Google
    Best place to waste your time and money
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephanie M. 3 years ago on Google
    I really wanted a coffee before shopping and I saw this Turkish place so I decided to try it out. They created a really beautiful garden, everything is green and it seems like a little oasis in the middle of the city. Nice seating and decorations. The staff is super friendly. I absolutely loved the coffee and the fresh juice! What a gem! Will definitely return here on my next visit to the mall!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Monsa 1 year ago on Google
    2nd time to eat here over a 6 month period. My wife and I like the quiet outdoor atmosphere with comfortable seating. The food is tasty, with good portions and priced right. The staff is not very friendly, but not a big deal to me.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Upendo M. 2 years ago on Google
    Terrible food and service. ☹☹ It took the waitress 30 min to come take my order, they have the worst customer service. I ordered a kofta wrap $7 and it was full of potatoes, the wrap tasted as starch. It only had 4 pieces of meat in it, they are too stingy to add more. It was bad. Don't waste your money, try other restaurants at mlimani city mall, this Istanbul thing is a disaster.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Blanco K. 2 years ago on Google
    Big table spaces where you can sit comfortably while waiting services. Amazing Turkish dishes and refreshments.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Aneth D. 2 years ago on Google
    It's a nice place with affordable prices but quite noisy sometimes. Food portions are small to medium size. It serves alright for a quick meal and group sittings. The outdoor space is also good and features live music performances on evenings
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 daniel m. 6 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Ambience is good but service is mediocre, waiters took too long to notice our presence. Capucino wasn’t to my liking. Iced tea was great Portion mishkaki was average, Grilled beef meatball kofte did not leave to my expectations.

  • 4/5 Eng. S. 2 years ago on Google
    Classy, cool and lovely ommlet

  • 5/5 Khadija M. 2 years ago on Google
    Istanbul turkish restaurant is now indoors as well at mlimani city. It feels more cozy and comfortable.

  • 5/5 Rashid M. 2 years ago on Google
    Is agood place located at mlimani city in Side, good food good juice,chp plice is good to be there

  • 5/5 an t. 4 years ago on Google
    Turkey🍗😍

  • 3/5 Rebekah C. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice ambiance and decent food. It tasted good but not super authentic. I still enjoyed the pizza and shwarma though.

  • 4/5 Emmanuel N. 4 years ago on Google
    Cool

  • 5/5 Ismail J. 4 years ago on Google
    a good place

  • 5/5 Saidy S. 4 years ago on Google
    Fine

  • 5/5 Helile T. 4 years ago on Google
    Most fantastic place indeed

  • 5/5 Dai Dai E. 2 years ago on Google
    Good food. A lot on the menu. Reasonable priced. Had the chicken shawarma with pilau.

  • 4/5 Yanik C. 2 years ago on Google
    A kebab shop inside of a mall, what can you say. The food is good, and comes fast; the selection is quite large. Place to eat, not to spend time.

  • 5/5 Aurelia D. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent respectful and friendly service! Good quality food and quiet calm atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Mantra 2. 2 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing and prices manageable. Located in Milimani City makes it ever exciting after eating. You must have taste of their vinallia ice cream.

  • 5/5 Yilo 5 years ago on Google
    It is a very nice restaurant that located inside of mlimani shopping mall. They have a very nice and delicious menu that you will definitely enjoy. The foods, i recommend turkish pizza, turkish shwarma. They also have fresh juices. Prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity.

  • 5/5 Jeudeth 2 years ago on Google
    Well I love this place. Always a good place to drop by for a quick meeting or private conversation with a friend. I love the banana smoothie and as well the famous wraps. The waitress are attentive to detail and always make it a point to reserve any valuable possession I might forget there. Ooops!! before I forget I love the indoor version of the restaurant. Works well for me.

  • 3/5 ATEC 2 years ago on Google
    I find the place decent.. do not sell alcohol, very suitable for discussing deals, and occassional work outside the office (that is, if you do not mind a little background music). Food/drinks a bit expensive by local standards. Two parts exist, the indoor (air-conditioned) and the outdoor.

  • 1/5 Joe F. 2 years ago on Google
    First time and last time. I'll never go back. I felt like I was totally ripped off after eating here. One pays the same 9,000 for hummus at Epi D'or but one gets ten times more food there. If you want Turkish food, Anadolu restaurant at Slipway is a thousand times better than this place and I'm not even a big fan of Anadolu.

  • 1/5 Olbruger L. 1 year ago on Google
    We weren’t pleased by the service you provided We were supposed to have dinner at your restaurant yesterday evening but after one of your waitresses took our oder we had to wait for a whole hour while we witnessed other customers who came after us get served first mind you there weren’t many customers and then only to be served what we didn’t oder. We had to leave without having our dinner. Although they told us there was miscommunication among the waitresses i feel like it’s not fair that that had to affect us . We felt neglected and our time was wasted we had a toddler that needed to be fed early but couldn’t because we didn’t get our diner on time and to only end up not having diner at all. Do better

  • 1/5 Joan M. 1 year ago on Google
    No season at all on the chicken, the chips were not crisp enough, the wrap was saggy and the topings were not seasoned at all, and the chicken instead of being grilled it was stewed, horrible experience for me

  • 1/5 aiello f. 1 year ago on Google
    Over charge bill , be aware to check your bill , is a shame when I discover them and ask to talk with the owner they send me a supervisor to deal with this infamous issue . very low quality from beginning to end , place to stay away

  • 1/5 Nasreen E. 5 months ago on Google
    The worst customer services I’ve ever seen in any place , waiters/waitresses don’t give a damn about customers, it took 30 minutes for them to take the order we had to call them several times for them to come take our orders , for the owner you need to reduce the number of workers per shift , they keep talking to each other and roaming around and not notice costumers , Ts a lot of them for nothing … the food was average , the atmosphere was superb

  • 1/5 muhammed s. 3 years ago on Google
    Very disappointing

  • 5/5 harris m. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect place having a lunch or dinner

  • 4/5 Md Nurul H. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely foods

  • 4/5 Shamimu L. 4 years ago on Google
    I love Turkish chicken and their spicy food..

  • 4/5 mvano m. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice Turkish meals

  • 2/5 Kaka O. 4 years ago on Google
    Everything was poor. Too many staff but no one to come and listen. The table was too dirty. Samosas were burnt, the tea wasn't tasteful and all took too much time to land on the table. They'll need to change their way of serving customers.

  • 5/5 Daniel M. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful foods

  • 5/5 obson j. 4 years ago on Google
    Stylish food to try

  • 1/5 Garrett H. 4 years ago on Google
    There's nothing fast about this Istanbul Turkish "fast food," as they call it, and almost nothing good about this place, in general. The first thing i tried to order, I was told it would require 25 minutes. The second and third choices? . . . . I was told 15. I settled on my fourth choice, of which I was told 10 minutes. When it arrived almost 20 minutes later, it was cold. At the end of the meal the waiter took my plates and so could see that i was completely finished but would not ask about or bring the check until i notified her. She unnecessarily asked if i was paying by card when that was already obvious because i was holding it out in front her. She walked away, said nothing, and left me holding it. A few minutes later a Turkish guy came and she handed him the card. He was working on that with the machine for more than ten minutes, AND I AM NOT EVEN LYING OR JOKING. Nobody, including the turkish guy, said a word to me about what was happening. Finally, a manager, who had long since disappeared before my food arrived, came to me, gave me a very weak apology, and handed me the card and receipt in a flippant way. This experience was actually not a lot worse than it normally is here. This will probably be my last time here. The servers are lazy; passive-aggressive; talk low so you cannot understand them; are not willing to answer questions directly with a yes or no; and then ask you about things that most people would find obvious. Lastly, I have been to the city of Istanbul three times, also through other regions of Turkey, and the flavour of this food is very weak compared to most restaurants in "Istanbul," as they call it. I am even told by the manager that the owner is from Istanbul. What is he really trying to do here, especially for these high prices? Food from other countries is limited in Tanzania, but I get much better tasting food at Indian restaurants in town center, Dar Es Salaam for less than half the price of this Istanbul restaurant. Shame on this place!

  • 4/5 Carter 3 years ago on Google
    Good location

  • 4/5 Evans R. 4 years ago on Google
    This was so nostalgic. I always went to Turkish restaurants when I was in North America. The challenge in Geneva was language. But the food was awesome! I will visit again and again while in Geneva. Conveniently situated within the shopping area. Watch out though, Geneva is incredibly expensive!

  • 1/5 Fathima A. 3 years ago on Google
    Nothing good about this place ... food , quantity and service is really poor .and price is quite high👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻

  • 4/5 Musab K. 6 years ago on Google
    Perfect shawarma they call doner and i could suggest to try Pide as well.

  • 4/5 Dworks s. 6 years ago on Google
    I liked the wrap the space is clean active service and hot food

  • 4/5 Elijah O. 4 years ago on Google
    Its a wonderful restaurant with lovely Turkish dish ate. But i bet the other are too. Can't wait to be back tuu there again.

  • 4/5 Isaac L. 4 years ago on Google
    Pretty good food, if a bit overpriced. I'm not sure how authentic it is, since I've had Turkish friends which made food somewhat different than this. It's generally fast, and the fresh juices were good. Not a standout restaurant but a good option considering what else the mall has to offer.

  • 5/5 Sangu J. 4 years ago on Google
    It's really great. One of those places you would love to spend your week end with your family. You'll never regret going there

  • 3/5 John b. 4 years ago on Google
    Wow . a nice place to relax during the day , to get the best food

  • 3/5 Lisbert K. 5 years ago on Google
    Fair. The food is presented well as shown below however it was burnt.

  • 4/5 Myoma K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice food!! The chicken is so yummy!!

  • 5/5 Joanna A. 4 years ago on Google
    Delish clean rich food

  • 5/5 Sani K. 4 years ago on Google
    love the food.🌞🌞🌞

  • 4/5 Nancy M. 4 years ago on Google
    It's peaceful

  • 4/5 JIHYE.LISA.HEKIMA K. 4 years ago on Google
    Shawarma Pita ' Wrap' Turkish Style

  • 4/5 nassoro a. 4 years ago on Google
    Good place for dinner or lunch

  • 5/5 Robinson H. 4 years ago on Google
    always glowing.the custormer service is top notch

  • 2/5 venu m. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice ambiance, but food quality is poor. Chicken Shawarma wrap had only chips and veggies, hardly any chicken.

  • 5/5 Tella M. 4 years ago on Google
    The meals ooh simply the best

  • 5/5 Tanzania K. 4 years ago on Google
    Turkish fast food place in Dar es salaam.

  • 5/5 Bedrettin D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Tanzania Darussalam in a Turkish restaurant worth a visit. Greetings. (Original) Tanzanya Darusselam da bir Türk restorant görülmeye değer. Selamlar.

  • 5/5 augustine s. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely food, good location, friendly staffs. If you feel tired of KFC,Pizza hut or Local food, you won't be disappointed.

  • 4/5 Godwin S. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful scenery and tasty smoothies

  • 3/5 Arnold M. 4 years ago on Google
    Good place to eat Turkish food....

  • 4/5 Consultant Jeremiah W. 4 years ago on Google
    Coffee

  • 5/5 Elijah M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice Pizzas and other Turkish recipes

  • 5/5 Godson M. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice food and service

  • 5/5 Abdussalaam A. 4 years ago on Google
    Best Restauarant

  • 5/5 L Z. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice fresh juices

  • 3/5 Travor B. 4 years ago on Google
    Okay, but experienced slow service

  • 4/5 Mwaisumbe E. 4 years ago on Google
    The wraps are yammy...

  • 1/5 Sarah H. 7 months ago on Google • 1 review
    The worst service experience ever!! We waited for someone to bring us a menu for 10mins, then they didn’t take order at all. We decided to walk to the counter to place our order for takeout, one server referred to her colleague to take our order who also walked away with a bill to another table, completely ignored us 😠. Sadly, we will definitely not recommend for the restaurant!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ All you can eat
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Drive-through
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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