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Konak

Restaurant Turkish restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Turkish restaurants in Leicester


Address

136 London Rd, Leicester LE2 1EB, United Kingdom

Website

www.konakleicester.co.uk

Contact

+44 116 319 4404

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (2.2K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Monday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 12 to 11 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (22) table (16) Turkish (16) service (12) time (12) staff (12) lovely (11) amazing (9) ordered (9) steak (9)
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  • 5/5 Me B. 1 year ago on Google • 40 reviews
    They kept me waiting although they have the table available. After 10 minutes of waiting I had to remind them for table again. Finally, they allocated the table for me. Internal decor was nice. Staffs were very polite, active and co-operative. Food: Humus wasn't that appealing, rest everything were very good. Perfectly seasoned, nice smokey flavor, juicy, taste and presentation, all were perfect. Free tea at the end was adding more value. Keep it up.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amelia 1 year ago on Google
    We came here on a whim on a Friday at five-ish and they were able to seat us super quickly as walk ins, so thank you very much! The food was amazing and the service was attentive and fast. Highly recommend the tomato soup and the Pide! The hummus was amazing too, pretty much filled myself up on that before the main course arrived.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sabiha K. 2 years ago on Google
    Do reserve. Its been a while since we revisited Konak. There wasn't a table spare. Luckily a reservation was made. The food was lovely. We ordered the platter for 2. More than enough for both my hubby myself and my 8 year old. Everything on the plate was cooked nicely. Finished off with a lovely a Turkish Tea.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ash C. 5 months ago on Google • 141 reviews
    Having visited some of the best Turkish restaurants in and around London and then to compare it with them it seems this place is not up to the standard of them. The bread was not good and the salad lacked the sweetness you expect in most Turkish restaurants. The platter did not offer value for money either.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Z K. 6 months ago on Google • 110 reviews
    On my travels to Leicester I usually go up and down on London Road and noticed Konak a couple of times. And decided I will give this Turkish restaurant a go. I went to Konak on a weekday afternoon. Headed inside a friendly waiter (labelled him in a photo to this review) noticed and served me, I told I him was on my own and he took me to a table. Shortly afterwards he presented me with a menu in a booklet format. For starters I chose the Mixed Hot Meze, the drink a bottled Salgam and the main meal a Ribeye Steak (medium rare). It took some time for my order to come through, and I believe there is a reason for this. When it did come through the starter the Mixed Hot Meze (or how I like to call it now, the Mixed Hot Meme) was near to lukewarm and somewhat disappointing. The Sucuk Izgara was like near edible salty leather (not in a good way), the Halloumi was like eating a soft rubber, the Sigara Boregi just ok but the Falafel was the best out of the four! The price for the Mixed Hot Meze (£17.00) (Mixed ‘Hot’ Meme) is not worth it! In my opinion for what it’s worth it should have been priced about £10. I did not drink all of the Salgam as it was a very Hot day (it was very spicy), and I reckon that drink will go very well during the winter cold days as an alternative to tea and coffee. Onto the main dish, the Ribeye I believe was cooked from frozen. I reckon the chefs took it out of the freezer to thaw the meat. Which took the longest to come out, the middle part of the steak was ok but the edges were like chewing gum. (see photos of the chewed up ‘meat’ to this review) The white sauce that came with the steak tasted bland it had no taste in it. The only decent thing that came with the steak, was the chips. At this point I was not upset or disappointed with the steak, as I don’t usually eat steak on a regular basis. So I am not a Steak expert like Guga from Gugafoods (YouTube). After this I went to the cashier to pay for the disappointing food (labelled him as The Attitude problem guy, see photo to this review), I think he knew that the food in Konak is below par, and he most certainly saw me spitting out the chewing gum texture of the disappointing steak. He asked how was the food? I replied I am not a steak expert and I don’t feel that I can say if the steak was good or not. He retorted to me saying that you should not of ordered it medium rare (in a very rude way). I was like staring at him and thinking to myself I have not made a negative reply about the place yet!.......................apart from this review. After this I’ve read other reviews of Konak Leicester on Google maps thoroughly, and it turns out that there are reviews who have a negative experience with “dark browned skinned Indian guy” and I believe he is the same exact person, I’ve also had unpleasant experience with. (please read other reviews from Lilly Montrose, Tim King and AAA IXV) In my opinion I think there are better menu items with Konak, if there are people who are reading this review. I would suggest to stay away from all of their steaks. And lastly be very wary of The Attitude problem guy (the dark skinned indian guy with the silver framed glasses)
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sharon n. 1 year ago on Google
    Another dinner to celebrate my birthday with my family last few weeks. The restaurant is spacious and always filled with customers. We had ordered chicken combo and lamb combo. They served us with salad and bread first which were lovely. The chicken combo and lamb combo were marinated well and grilled nicely. You should give it a go if you prefer a Turkish meal xxx thank you for the kind customer service and the lovely food x
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Yejin L. 1 year ago on Google
    Wow, what a big disappointment. I’m not sure it’s just today or nowdays they are like this. Last year we visit here and food and staff was so nice and amazing so we decided to visit again today. It was busy as usual, we asked to seat right next to the door which was very loud and crowded that people behind who was waiting us to leave. Two lady staff was rude and nobody had a good attitude( constantly touching the chair, even tho we moved forward to not make them push my chair) the facial expression was bad, looked upset. The meat is much much smaller portion than before, last time it was more meat than rice but this time more rice and half size of meat. Lemonade, tiny tiny glass £3 , not worth it. I’ve ask for some more olives that we had 3 for the first time and they asked me for extra charge of £2.50 if i want more olives. However, the table next to us ordered exactly same food for 3 but they had two plates for source and olive so how this is fair? Last year I visit they asked me if I want anything and gave me for free. It just wow. We were eating and the staff was constantly looking with face that they wondering when we will go out. Which was very hard when the staff constantly looking with blank face, I couldn’t concentrate to eat properly and enjoy the food. I wanted for a dessert but I couldn’t 😅 Food was still good but last time was better. I think need to train the staff properly again, how they should do the customer service with some manner to say SORRY! For excuse me. I will not visit here again. Good food but not worth the stress.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Grzegorz B. 8 months ago on Google • 586 reviews
    Excellent service. Everyone we interacted with was very professional, friendly, and genuinely well trained in the field of good customer service. Only went for dessert on this occasion. Found it really good. Lovely, proper Turkish tea, nice kunafa. Will be definitely coming back and looking forward to trying out the mains. What let's it down is the fact place is very crammed. The table next to ours was not even arm length away. Also, as we were asked to move the table, it was very difficult for an expecting woman to navigate to the new table trying to squeeze in between other tables back to back. Being on London Road red route parking is an issue as well.

  • 5/5 Safia B. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was amazing! We were a group of 12 and got two combo platters which is for 5-6 people each. The portions are good and the price is unbeatable. Most of the offerings on the mezze platter starters were good although there is no picture of it here. The complimentary Turkish tea and kunafeh at the end was enjoyable and would have been more enjoyable if I hadn't spilled it by mistake (see pictures) but the staff is courteous and helpful and cleared the place swiftly. Will visit again next time I am in Leicester and in mood for Turkish food 🔥
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Uthmaan Dabhelia (IG: u. 1 year ago on Google
    We visited on 17/02/2023 reserving a table for 17:30. We were seated in a good spot by the window away from the door, noise and cooking area. We took our time to order and didn't feel like we were rushed. After ordering we were given the Meze and starters. As we ate we were given out drinks and shortly after, our mains arrived. The Hommus with the bread hit different 👌 The shared platter was well cooked, tasty and flavourful. The chops were good and I particularly liked the lamb over the chicken. We also ordered the Turkish pizza which was delicious. The cheese had melted well and the crust wasn't too dry/crusty. The complimentary tea ended the evening well. Areej and Zeynep were incredibly helpful and friendly. Served us well and had great customer service.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Amina Ishaq K. 9 months ago on Google
    Came with family, clean and lovely seating. Sadly food wasn’t as good as expected, we bought the Special Platter £72 and extra for chips and drinks the rice served with platter was ordinary white rice (basmati) and the bowl of chips were the end bits which I complained about and got changed, the staff were ok but not very attentive, dips were served but bread a small bowl took a while to come out to the table.. the cold Meze wasn’t up to Standard, Houmous was runny. The last thing was tea and complimentary Turkish delight which was nice but when I went to wash hands saw the box open near toilets which left me with a bad taste! Maybe Sunday wasn’t the best day to visit but overall for the price your paying I would of thought the food could of been a bit better, everyone has a different experience but if I leave a review I would like it to be truthful. I hope someone else’s experience is a little better then ours.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hiraa A. 2 years ago on Google
    On the main road..lovely layout, good seating area. Great customer service,nice to see the staff smiling and jolly. We got attended to straight away. Waiter went through the menu, which was nice for them to explain what each dish is. Food was excellent, good quality and made just right. The chicken was so tender it seemed like flakes!.. And the lamb was just delicious, succulent, juicy and soft.. Not like other places they say lamb but really give mutton and its like rubber or rock hard. Kunafa is and tea was just lovely to finish off. Great for families, parties or just with few friends. Little pricey, but it was worth it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zish 2 years ago on Google
    My go to Turkish restaurant in Leicester! Food is always top quality and the staff are great and friendly. Value for money! I'd highly recommend to fellow foodies! Check out the pics 😋
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Becky B. 1 year ago on Google
    Fabulous Staff, helped me access their restaurant this evening. There is a step to navigate to get in to the restaurant. As an ambulatory wheelchair user I was able to step in and the staff lifted me chair. Surroundings modern, comfortable, plain, simple and clean. Light fittings traditional and elegant. Service great. Food hot, tasty and delicious 😋. Turkish tea ☕️ tasty. Never been a fan of Turkish delights but th bit served on the side with my tea was truly delightful and yummy 😋 They looked after our table well. We were on a work night out. They seated and catered quickly to the ever changing clientele. They didn’t turn away unblocked groups. They were very busy. The kitchen can be view whilst waiting. They appeared to work fast and orderly. Everything looked clean and organised. Thank you 🙏🏻 😊 Well done
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Guinness 10 months ago on Google
    First time visiting here and won't be the last!! Service quick and efficient Atmosphere great Food very tasty and not greasy Portion sizes good
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Manoj M. 3 months ago on Google • 42 reviews New
    I've visited here on a few previous occasions however, managed to take a picture and leave a review. We went on a busy evening and was seated in the waiting area to look at the menu whilst we waited for our table. The food was good as seen in the picture, the service was ok as the waiters were rushed off their feet as the restaurant was at full capacity. Overall, good evening.

  • 5/5 Adam I. 3 months ago on Google • 41 reviews New
    First time trying the steak, and I went for Sirloin, which was simply amazing. Juicy, flavoursome, and a generous portion. (Served with mushroom sauce, chips & peppers) I also ordered my favourite, which is their lamb shawarma served with rice, which is hands down the best lamb shawarma in Leicester. Konaks hospitality is what keeps us going back. They generously serve fresh Turkish bread when you are seated as well as complimentary tea at the end of your meal. Thank you, Konak. I'll definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Waeed H. 6 months ago on Google • 27 reviews
    Food was really nice, chicken was super tender and full of flavour. They give a basket of bread with some sauces at the beginning and I swear I could have lived off that alone

  • 4/5 Shuwellery 3 months ago on Google • 27 reviews New
    Went by yesterday evening to celebrate our wedding anniversary. All the staff were super friendly and helped us every time we asked for help. The Halloumi Salad was particularly delicious and we had that come out first so did have a nibble along with the lovely breads - The food was lightly spiced and enjoyable. I’m more of a meat eater but the chicken wings were the most delicious on this occasion. The chips were lovely! Wish the asked us how the food was in the middle of dinner as no one came - we actually wanted more of our drinks but as we had water on the table didn’t want to make a scene. We did have to call for assistance but they were incredibly busy that evening. They managed to seat us within 20mins which we we’re grateful for. Would love to come again. Would be great if they had a larger option of drinks and mocktails seeing we we’re approaching festive season or for our celebrations. But all in all a pleasant experience.

  • 5/5 Angela S. 1 month ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    We had an incredible time! The service was prompt and the staff were so kind and helpful to us. The food was so savoury and tasty and they gave us so many complimentary treats alongside our meal. Overall, wonderful restaurant experience :) Would definitely return!

  • 5/5 Isabel R. 1 month ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Visited Konak on Saturday night, I have been to quite a few Turkish restaurants around Leicester and this hands down was the best. The food was unbelievable. So fresh and flavourful. The service was amazing I felt very accommodated and at home. Such a wonderful experience.

  • 5/5 hasrafhan 10 months ago on Google
    Had to wait around 30 mins for a table as it was busy but there was an empty table at the back it may have been booked but I didn't ask. We ordered a variety of dishes, all of it was fresh and tasty. A bit on the pricey side for me and service could have been better. One time visit with family was good.

  • 5/5 Rash R. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food, great location on London road just a stone's throw away from Victoria Park. One of the best Turkish places in Leicester, and in my personal top 2. The service is always great and never had any complaints. The only negative is that being on a busy main road surrounded by many other food and drink establishments, it's difficult to find parking.

  • 5/5 Fatema M. 2 years ago on Google
    Went out for lunch, quick, fresh and tasty. Waitress was very helpful. Portions were all quite big and tasty.

  • 5/5 Ibrahim P. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely lovely place to eat. We went here a few days ago, and really enjoyed the whole experience. We booked in advance and it was good we did, as the place was quite busy. We ordered a few different items from the menu, including a mix platter to share, a Pide, and an iskender kebab. We did not like the iskender kebab, the tomato sauce and the youghurt was just not to our liking. However,everything else was absolutely to die for. Especially the lamb shawarma and the adana kebab. The pide was also amazing. Lovely flavour of the mince and the cheese all wrapped in the dough/base. The salad and the dips were also amazing. They have complimentary turkish tea after the food, and this was a lovely touch. We ordered some baklava and also a kunefe. Wow, the kunefe was pretty amazing. A good xheese pull, just the right amount of sweetness and crispness. Very very tasty. There is no dedicated parking, but parking in victoria park car park is good, as it is only a few minutes walk away. I would definitely reccommend this place.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Paid parking lot
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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