Istanbul Restaurant and Bakery

First time in, and will not be my only time. I got the chicken shawarma plate with falafel on the side. The pickled turnip was a nice add, the chicken was juicy, flavors on point, and the rice is perfect. My ONLY gripe was soft fries. Everything else was GREAT! Staff really friendly

The restaurant is immaculate the food was fresh and meats were tender and flavorful. This will be a weekly habit, maybe twice a week.

Istanbul completely blew me away! From the moment I stepped in, everything was spotless and inviting—you can tell they care about every detail. The food is absolutely delicious—flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with love. Every bite impressed. And don’t even get me started on the bakery section. The pastries are dangerously good—flaky, rich, and unforgettable. I could easily make a meal just out of their baked goods! A+ all around. This place is a true gem!

The kunefe is out of this world!

THEY ARE NOT TURKISH PEOPLE! DON’T USE MY COUNTRY NAME AND SELL FOOD.
Thank you.

This place is phenomenal. Everything is authentic and delicious (especially the desserts!) , and the owners are some of the most solid people I've known.

Not a Turkish restaurant they’re just using the name of Istanbul. Food is not close what we have in Turkey, I’m sad for people that experience maybe this as their first ever Turkish food and gets disappointed. They have to change the name for the food that represents(which is Middle East)…

We ordered 2 coffees and one water and after 40 minutes no one came to bring them. It is the slowest service I experienced in the US. The food is average and different from typical turkish food. On the chicken shawarma, they added commercial mayonnaise. The coffee was horrible. I never tasted a coffee like this. I couldn't drink it. I came with high expectations due to the 4.4 rating, but it doesn't worth.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Beef Shawarma Plate

It's really bad and not a Turkish restaurant. If you, as a Turk, get your hopes up and go, you will be disappointed like us. Don't waste your time or money.

In my 18 year of living I’ve never had better food you have to come try this place 10000/10 great service amazing boss comfortable seating good quality food fresh hot steamy all of the above the best food ever

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best food in Maine
Best service I’ve had in my life
Quick and good quality food

If you live in Southern Maine, you need to come try this place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious food, great atmosphere and friendly staff. They have a great selection of ready foods and drinks. I got takeout for my first try but am looking forward to sitting in.

Place is nice. The casher is sweet . The portion of the food meh. Mostly rice and two samples of chicken. I wish they can charge for extra meat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

First time trying Turkish food. Great wait staff, nice atmosphere, incredible food. I got the mixed plate. Highly recommended!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Had the mix grill and it was great. The restaurant is clean and staff are very friendly. I would highly recommend

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Hummus, Baklava, Beef Shawarma Plate, Mixed Grill