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Tarla Restaurant - Turkish Meze & Grill

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One of the Best Places To Visits in Stevenage


Address

23-25 Middle Row, Stevenage SG1 3AW, United Kingdom

Website

www.tarlarestaurant.co.uk

Contact

+44 1438 350404

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (885 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • 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 PM to 12 AM
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Travel Buddy L. 1 year ago on Google
    My family and I just visited Tarla Restaurant - Turkish Meze & Grill for the first time. The service was great, the place has a really nice ambiance, and the food was delicious! It's one of our new favorite places for a family dinner."
    37 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lee C. 7 months ago on Google • 208 reviews
    First time visit on a whistle stop tour of Stevenage. Clearly a very popular venue, full of birthday parties and laughter. Food is ok, not fantastic but not horrible either. Just a really fun place to eat!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jamie B. 4 months ago on Google • 61 reviews
    First time visiting this restaurant, really lovely, great atmosphere and the staff were incredibly personable and welcoming. Have us great recommendations on food and came promptly, food was incredible very tasty and fresh and good portion sizes.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Win Phyo K. 2 months ago on Google • 15 reviews New
    A little bit on a pricier end, but the service and atmosphere you've got makes it worth a visit. Cozy, great quality lighting and ambience they've created. Food is nice, nicer if the portion is a bit larger. We tried mixed shish, lamb could be marinated better. Chicken is on point. Salad is really great too. Will visit again
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 IAN B. 1 month ago on Google • 47 reviews New
    This is a very busy restaurant. Food was very good even though quite pricey. We felt we were being rushed to order all of our food in one hit. My advice is order your starters , when you are finished have a drink and then order your mains. Apart from anything else, you do need 15 minutes between courses or you won't finish your meal. Great buzz about the place and obviously worth higher than normal prices as it was heaving. You must book in advance.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brad M. 4 months ago on Google • 39 reviews
    Superb. One of the best, if not the best Turkish restaurant in the country. The food is divine, the service is top notch and the atmosphere is always warm and friendly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Darren W. 3 months ago on Google • 27 reviews New
    First time visiting Tarla , with my partners parents who invited us out for brunch. Greeted by overly attentive yet never bothersome friendly staff, who throughout the entire meal were superb in asking how the meal was, if we'd like drinks topped up, bringing more breads and dips to the table and every other wonderful formality you'd expect from dining out in an establishment that is obviously very proud of it's food, staff and dining experience that they provide. The chefs were on form as the food sent out was flavoursome and cooked to perfection. Every meal I ate was simply sublime (the lamb beyti is a must have...wow!) and i could have eaten double. On that, the portion size is spot on and the selection of starters and mains will have your mouth watering as you read through the menu. If you haven't already visited Tarla i would recommend that you pay a visit to this wonderous little gem of stevenage. Can't wait to go back Edit: To the owner , i believe that you have responded to the wrong review as i had no issues whatsoever at your establishment as is why i gave you an outstanding review.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Imtiaz A. 2 years ago on Google
    What a lovely find, just off the High Street in Stevenage. A wonderful welcome by the staff, a quick and efficient service in warm and relaxed environment. And the food was delicious, and cooked to perfection. I liked everything about the place and will definitely be going back.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul C. 3 months ago on Google • 11 reviews New
    Fantastic meal. Great food, great value for money! Lovely staff 👌🏻 would highly recommend Tarla to all family and friends lol and already have!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Simon M. 2 years ago on Google
    Yet again the best Turkish restaurant around. Food to die for with service and staff second to none. For Valentines the restaurant went that extra mile with a lovely back drop of rose petals, a rose for the lady plus heart shaped candles and balloons.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ana L. 9 months ago on Google
    This is my favourite restaurant in England (I tried a few). The food is superb, super tasty. The starters are very good too I recommend the mushrooms and the halloumi. For the mains my husband loves lamb casserole and I order one that it is not anymore in the menu, but they do it for me if they are not too busy, actually they know what I want before I order. For the desserts they have the best baklava that I ever ate in my life, so, so, so good. The staff are so friendly, helpful and nice and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liam M. 11 months ago on Google
    Really good food, nice atmosphere will definitely go again. Thanks
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Devika O. 1 year ago on Google
    A very lively place to be but it was very cramped inside and noisy with even louder music! The waiters were keen to take our order which was very good and we were served in good time! However, the whole experience felt rushed, they couldn't wait to clear the empty plates (whilst some of us were still eating!); They didn't offer us the dessert menu (had to ask) and we were (kindly) ask to leave at 23:00 when their website says they're open till midnight!! Didn't feel welcomed really ☹️ However, the food was fantastic with very good portion size 🙂, so credit to the chef and his team!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gabriel R. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food and very welcoming and friendly staff. We normally order in from them and always loved the food. The prices are higher and the portions smaller (but still very big) when eating in, but it's certainly worthwhile. It is not the cheapest, but 100% recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eleanor E. 3 weeks ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    Delicious food, lovely atmosphere and excellent service. Every staff member who interacted with us was smiling, attentive and professional. We had a fantastic evening
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emma 2 months ago on Google New
    Lovely Turkish restaurant. Friendly staff and great atmosphere. Will be coming here often!

  • 5/5 Juliette G. 7 months ago on Google
    Lovely friendly and cosy atmosphere. Really tasty food and extensive menu. Have eaten here lots of times and have never been disappointed. Highly recommended

  • 5/5 Bhim S. 8 months ago on Google
    Dined there with the family, we had no booking and Pinnar our waitress (I hope I got your name right, if not sorry) she was very accommodating from the minute we arrived. She got us a table even though the restaurant was packed.Very fresh meat platter, tasty and Juicy. Salad was given on the house, what a nice touch. Chicken liver was nicely done with spice and butter. Seafood casserole was another tasty dish, selection of seafood platter was also nicely done. Great selection of wines. The room was buzzing, what a great atmosphere. Service was great. Staff was very professional. Well done, it’s the best Turkish food outside of Turkey. If you haven’t been you have to go. I will highly recommend this place.

  • 5/5 Okan A. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing food, great place, and very welcoming staff. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Afzal A. 10 months ago on Google
    Me and my nephew went here couple days ago, at the beginning we got a bit confused as it looks like it's shut down on the street but when we asked someone they told us we have to walk around to the front so maybe a sign on the street side would make it easier to find. However when we got in we was seated immediately, we was served some bread with couple of sauces that was delicious, then we went for the lunchtime menu and the food was absolutely 10/10. Service was brilliant and the toilets were also immaculately clean. If I am ever back in the area I would definitely visit again

  • 5/5 Marcus B. 10 months ago on Google
    Very clean and modern looking decor. The staff were attentive and welcoming. The food is very fresh and flavourful. I recommend the Chicken Sarma Beyti. Prices in line with quality and service. Will definitely be going back, when on the area.

  • 5/5 Chris C. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful food, great servers and felt totally stuffed afterwards. Perfect place to eat or celebrate with friends.

  • 5/5 Gerry S. 9 months ago on Google
    Absolutely loved the food here! It's been ages since we've had Turkish food and this is some of the best you'll find, so worth the wait! The lamb shank, well, it was divine. It melted in the mouth. Everything was delicious and the service was exemplary. Thank You, Tarla Restaurant, we'll be back!

  • 5/5 Christos I. 10 months ago on Google
    We came for dinner and were a party of 8, 4 adults and 4 kids. We had a range of starters and every person ordered something different. Every one of us said how nice the food was and if this was a restaurant in the west end, it would be raved about. The meat was so tender and the lamb melted in your mouth. The chicken was cooked to perfection. The starters were all good; calamari, liver and sigara boreği. The kids were happy with their food and the service was excellent. The owner was very welcoming and we would 100% return again. It is a shame that this restaurant isn't more local to us in Broxbourne, but definitely worth the half hour drive for to Stevenage. Easy 5*

  • 5/5 stacey lee f. 1 year ago on Google
    I couldn't recommend this place enough. The food was incredible and large portion sizes. Great value for money and the staff were so friendly. I'll definitely be back.

  • 5/5 Lancaster 9. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this restaurant! I came across the restaurant, whilst getting fitted for a suit down the road - I went for lunch and have been every time I've been back to Stevenage, since. The staff are very welcoming and attentive and their service is brilliant. The food is very tasty and good quality - I like the authenticity of the menu. The restaurant is clean and well presented. The staff will always make sure that you have a good time and a nice meal. Unbeatable! Thank you and see you soon.

  • 5/5 James O. 1 year ago on Google
    Best Turkish restaurant I have been to! The food is amazing, the service is fantastic, the prices are fair, and restaurant itself provides a pleasant setting to enjoy your meal. Would highly recommend this one! 10/10 from me!

  • 5/5 Sania S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food, with a nice selection, friendly staff and amazing atmosphere. The portions are enough for one person. The breads were hot from the oven and just beautiful. The staff made sure that we weren’t short on anything. Absolutely loved it. The even offered refills on the complimentary breads.

  • 5/5 Wonderful E. 1 year ago on Google
    Just had a birthday lunch there with my mum and daughter. Not sure what was best, decor food or service. Beautiful decor stylish and homey, food was just spectacular and waiters cannot do enough for you. Great options of vegetarians and kids.

  • 5/5 Apocalyptic A. 1 year ago on Google
    I went with both of my boys for lunch. The menu is perfect in proportion, enough to filll you up for the rest of the day. Service is excellent and welcoming. Music is calming. In fact came back again with the eldest because he loved it so much. The moussaka and the chicken wrap were delicious. Definitely recommend to visit and explore the lunch menu.

  • 5/5 Laura B. 2 years ago on Google
    Brilliant service. Welcoming and friendly staff. The food was very tasty, fresh and good sized portions. The restaurant has a lovely ambience. Cosy and comfortable. We will definitely visit again.

  • 4/5 Wesley B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food, great environment, great staff. Why not 5 stars? Food seems overpriced for what it is, and portion sizes on some of the dishes seem quite small especially with prices greater than £15. Even kids meals are close to £10 for chicken nuggets and chips. Can't bash the quality of the food,but the prices do stop me giving more than 4 stars

  • 5/5 Adam S. 1 year ago on Google
    Went with my wife last night and have not been to this restaurant before. So glad we did! It had a nice ambience to it and it was fairly busy. Our waiter was great. We explained we had not been before and was not sure on portion sizes etc. He made some good suggestions and we definitely was not disappointed! A great little shared Meze starter with the best Falafels we have tasted!! The sausage pieces were amazing! The main dish again was to share and a mix of meats served with rice and a salad. We could not fault it! Such lovely flavours and more than plenty. In fact we could not eat anything else and rounded it off with Turkish coffee and Turkish delight!! Both bloody lovely!! All the staff were lovely and polite. Thank you all for such an amazing night!! We will definitely be back!!

  • 4/5 Mischa A. 2 years ago on Google
    Went in a group of 8 on a weekday evening. Staff were friendly and attentive and food was nice. I had the lamb sarma beyti for £19.50. This consisted of skewered, charcoal grilled minced lamb, rolled with thin lavash bread with cheese. Sliced cut on the plate with homemade tomato and pepper sauce and melted cheese on top served with yoghurt. As you can see the plate was huge and full to the brim. I did think the prices were a bit high and there could have been a bit more taste in the meat and sauce, but overall was nice.

  • 5/5 Krzysztof P. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing experience!! We are definitely coming back. The food was delicious and the service was perfect. The food comes very quickly. Overall the restaurant is phenomenal and we highly recommend it.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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