This Istanbul Mediterranean spot is a hidden gem! Their lunch specials are not only delicious but also a great value. The flavors are authentic and fresh, and there's something for everyone on the menu. They are also incredibly accommodating for large parties, making it the perfect place for gatherings or celebrations. The service is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Highly recommend this place for anyone craving fantastic Mediterranean food!

I can't believe this place is open till 2 am! That's crazy. You can't beat this level of authenticity and real homecooking at 11:00 pm (when I visited). Omg-- the people of fountain valley are so lucky! The chicken was cooked tender and they bake their own pita bread. Damn. It was sooo good. You're stupid not to visit this place. If I am ever in the neighborhood, I'll be sure to come again. Absolutely delicious.

The food has so much flavor. I had the falafel and veggie plate. Portions are a good size. Quality food. The service was great also.

I've always been happy with my food here. Several vegetarian options and delicious food! It's a solid place that I recommend!

been here a couple times and can confirm the food here is excellent: specifically their gyro, some of the best i can remember having recently anywhere, aand the pita they serve with every dish comes fresh, hot, and with a light crisp, seemingly straight off the grill their rice is soft and buttery; lentil soup, easy and good; and if you order their hummus, it mixes extremely well with that roasted bell pepper/chili oil stuff they give out for free finally, i don't think we'd choose to order the chicken kabob again -- not when the gyro is so quality that it's having me want to order it more often and in more places to be sure this one ranks as high as i think it does doesn't seem to get too busy at night, though i do think can be quite packed during the lunch hour. great food, great owners, thank you for the wonderful meals!

I keep on coming back and that's a good thing!! Came here pre Covid, peak of Covid and now. A lot of has changed but their kebabs and meat quality has not. I've been meaning to come back to try their Turkish coffee so I'll be back! Was craving something refreshing and their Shepherd salad does not disappoint. Loaded with cucumbers, tomatoes and onions tossed with their light dressing. Yum We couldn't decide what to get but their mixed plate for 2 was perfect. It came with so many different type of meat and their vegetable sides and cabbage was a perfect pair with the meat. But their white sauce went well with all of their meat. The pita bread that came with the entree was so warm and yummy

If you're craving a true taste of the Mediterranean, Istanbul Grill California is where you need to be. The chicken kebabs here are nothing short of perfection tender, juicy, and packed with an incredible depth of flavor that keeps you coming back for more. You can taste the authentic spices and the time taken to marinate every bite, making each mouthful an experience in itself. And let me tell you about their hidden gem: the lentil soup! It's warm, comforting, and perfectly seasoned. It's one of those items that might look simple but surprises you with rich, layered flavors. A must-try for sure. The staff is incredibly friendly, creating a welcoming atmosphere that feels like home from the moment you walk in. And to top it all off, they offer a complimentary dessert that's absolutely to die for! It's the perfect end to a meal and just another reason why Istanbul Grill California stands out. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy authentic Mediterranean cuisine with fantastic service

Not many places I've been outside of turkey get turkish food right, but they do it right here. We split the mixed grill kebab and lentil soup. My favorites were the chicken kebab and the chicken adana while my wife liked the beef adana most. I'm not sure what the white sauce is called (usually it's something yogurt based), but it tasted like a yogurt-ranch mix and it was delicious to dip the meats in. The red sauce that came for the pita (with the lentil soup) was good to put on the rice. -I'm not a fan of celery, wonder if we can request something else in its place of the veggies that come with the mixed platter

I've only had their food at parties that catered it but never had the opportunity to eat at the restaurant. We were craving Kababs so we decided to dine in. It's funny that the restaurant always looks dark if you're driving by so we thought they were not open. Little did we know the restaurant is opened and lit inside. The restaurant alone is much bigger than it looks from outside. The owner, Orhan was there at the front and greeted us right away. He was so friendly and helped us decided what to order. Before getting seated, you have to order first. I actually like that idea for the owner's sake. Pay before you dine in, great idea. Here's what we ordered for dinner: 01. Hummus/Pita Appetizer $7.99 - 5 Stars - Super tasty Hummus with warm Pita breads and a yummy Red Dipping Sauce. We couldn't stop eating the warm Pita breads. 02. Kebab Combo (Ribeye Steak & Chicken) $24.99 - 5 Stars - The Ribeye Steak was so tender and tasty. The Grilled Chicken Kebab was so juicy and tender as well, perfectly cooked and seasoned, served with Rice, Grilled Veggies and Pickled Cabbages (Garlic Sauce and the Red Dipping Sauce). 03. Mixed Grilled Kebab $41.99 - 5 Stars - This order can feed 2-3 easily. Comes with Chicken Shish Kebab and Doner Kebab and Chicken Adana Kebab served with 2 scoops of Rice, Grilled Veggies and Pickled Cabbages (Garlic Sauce and the Red Dipping Sauce). Everything was delicious and juicy. I don't know what they do to their veggies but we loved it. It was a lot of food and had leftovers for lunch the next day. If anyone knows what the Red Dipping Sauce is, please let me know. It was nothing I've ever had before and it's AMAZING. LOCATION - In a small plaza across from the old Souplantation restaurant/Tesla Superchargers and Costco Center. Parking is tight as it shares the lot with the Movement Gym. The Plaza is not brightly lit so it's a bit dark, just watch your step and look around. The dining area is quite clean and staff is constantly cleaning the area while you dine. CUSTOMER SERVICE - The owner and staff are incredibly NICE and very attentive. You barely need to make eye contact and they come to you. Food comes out HOT and there's a lot of food. VERDICT - I will be ordering catering for my office and coming back to dine-in with my family. Love that we are close enough to grab food when we are craving Mediterranean or Turkish foods.