Instead of traveling hundreds of miles to get a taste of authentic exotic food, you can now enjoy it in the Shops at Legacy after a quick drive. At Cafe Istanbul, customers are warmly greeted with a nice view of bright Christmas lights and hand painted wooden signs that give off a home like vibe. From appetizers to dessert, Cafe Istanbul provides quality food and has excellent service.

This traditional Turkish restaurant, which doubles as a bar and cafe, will charm customers of all ages and nationalities looking for a good meal.

The meal began with appetizers- pide ekmegi, a type of Turkish flatbread, and acili, a spicy sauce. Both tasted great, and these two appetizers complemented each other very well.

Next up were lamb chops (aka pirzolas), complete with Turkish rice, steamed vegetables, and sauce. The lamb chops were very tender and soft with a hint of spice.

For dessert it was the relatively well known Baklava. Slightly too sweet, walnuts enhanced the rich taste of the Baklava and added a slight crunch.

Beyond the food, Cafe Istanbul is was very beautiful inside, with the color scheme ranging from a royal blue to a shade of milky white. The candles and lights made the overall mood even better with service fast and friendly.

Cafe Istanbul is a very beautiful restaurant and is sure to make anyone’s experience of tasting great Turkish cuisine enjoyable.