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Istanbloom Mediterranean Restaurant, Pittsburgh, PA

Istanbloom Mediterranean Restaurant

4.8
4.8
11 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Step into a culinary journey through Turkey at Ottoman Delights, where every meal is a celebration of rich heritage and vibrant flavors. Our cozy, elegantly appointed space evokes the warmth and charm of traditional Turkish hospitality, with intricate mosaics, plush textiles, and ambient lighting setting the perfect backdrop for your dining experience. Our menu is a tribute to Turkey’s diverse regions, featuring a delectable array of dishes crafted from the freshest ingredients.

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What 11 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Food

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Value

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Healthy

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Neighborhood gem

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Food

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Value

  • Pittsburgh

    Healthy

  • Pittsburgh

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Istanbloom Mediterranean Restaurant delights with "phenomenal" authentic Turkish cuisine. Guests rave about the fresh flavors of lamb kebabs, grape leaves, and baklava. The "attentive" service and cozy atmosphere make it a neighborhood favorite. Don't miss the "exceptional" homemade bread and BYOB option, enhancing a memorable dining experience.

11 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unassuming from the street, Istanbloom was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish! The food is fresh, authentic and flavorful, the service is impeccable, and I’ll definitely be going back!

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  2. JeannieP VIP

    Pittsburgh65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic Turkish food. We ordered the stuffed grape leaves for an appetizer and lamb shish kebab for an entree. They were both very good. We will definitely come back.

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  3. Nancy VIP

    Baltimore55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the best Turkish food we’ve ever had! Delicious food, good service and a nice vibe. Looking forward to eating there often.

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  4. Rebecca VIP

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for dinner on Nee Year’s Eve and were excited to try a new local restaurant in Pittsburgh. The food was excellent and so was the service. We had the large cold appetizer platter, cigarette borek and two of the lamb kebabs: Doner and Iskender. We will definitely return to try more from the menu!

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  5. Sara

    Pittsburgh5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Will definitely go back. Everything was delicious. Get the hummus appetizer and shish kabobs. Can't go wrong with anything here.

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  6. rita

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! Food was great! Will definitely go back!!!

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  7. steve VIP

    Pittsburgh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really, really good food. Service was helpful. Very much enjoyed the appetizers and the chicken entree. I would advise leaving room for the chocolate baklava. We will 100% be back. Really well done. The dining area near the door was a bit chilly...but it was cold outside as well.

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  8. RICHARD

    Pittsburgh48 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A wonderful addition to the neighborhood! We were First Timers and will surely be back. Excellent, authentic food (lamb chops, appetizer sampler were terrific) The baklava dessert was exceptional. Also enjoyed the BYOB, at least until they get their license. The temperature inside was a little cold so suggest a sweater until they get it adjusted.

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  9. Liltrm

    Pittsburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Exceptional food. Great service. Big portions. All homemade.

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  10. Jackie

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great customer service and delicious, high-quality food!

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Istanbloom Mediterranean Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 11 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
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4109 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224-1305

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    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
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