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Istanbul Hawaii, Honolulu, HI

Istanbul Hawaii

4.7
4.7
2957 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
In our Mediterranean & Hawaiian sanctuary, you become part of our ohana. Led by Chef Mom Nili, Baba Aydin, and Chef Ahu, you're invited on a culinary journey infused with Turkish and Mediterranean essences. Our recipes, a blend of diverse cultures, are nurtured with locally-sourced ingredients, reflecting the heart of our family-run and woman-led venture.

Every interaction, whether in our restaurant's warm embrace, the vibrant energy of local events, or amidst the rich array of farmers' lands, is cherished. Each meeting is a chance to intertwine stories, laughter, and a piece of our heritage.

Come, celebrate the art of dining with us, where every dish is a passage to the Mediterranean, caressed by the Hawaiian sun. We look forward to serving you, merging our narratives in meals that go beyond mere flavors. Here, every dining experience is an adventure, a discovery, and a celebration of togetherness, nurturing through food next to the Hawaiian ocean.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 772-4440
  • Website
    http://www.istanbulhawaii.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mom Chef Nili and her daughter Chef Ahu
  • Catering
    Indulge in personalized dining experiences, from intimate dinners to lavish receptions, catered to perfection by our chefs. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. On-site or off, create unforgettable moments with us. Discover and customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!
  • Private party facilities
    Craft unforgettable moments with our bespoke menus and dining experiences, tailored to your desires. From intimate dinners to grand receptions, every detail is perfected. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. Your perfect occasion awaits. Customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!
  • Location
    1108 Auahi St, Honolulu, HI 96814
  • Neighborhood
    Honolulu
  • Cross street
    Kamakee and Queen street
  • Parking details
    Enter Istanbul Hawaii parking lot from Queen street. Parking available at any Ward Village parking structure for our guests, including the Whole foods parking lot. Parking is free.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • 1001 Nights Under Nā Hōkū w/ Zachary Engel & Galit

    $95.00 per person

    Mar 21, 2025 only
    "1001 Nights Under Nā Hōkū" is a refined farm-to-table dining series blending the mystique of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors with the elegance of Hawaiian nights. Each evening offers a 4-course tasting menu with premium wine pairings, curated by Chefs Nili, Ahu, and a guest chef, featuring sustainable, locally-sourced ingredients at Istanbul Hawaii. The series explores diverse culinary heritages, celebrating the shared and unique identities of each chef. With Michelin-starred and James Beard-nominated chefs as guests, every night promises an extraordinary culinary collaboration. Set under the stars, this experience tells a story of flavors, artistry, and a deep sense of place. Visit Our Website to View the Menu & Wine Pairing.
    1001 Nights Under Nā Hōkū w/ Zachary Engel & Galit Photo

Menu

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What 2,957 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Istanbul Hawaii delights with exceptional Mediterranean cuisine and a vibrant atmosphere. Praised for "delicious food" and "attentive service," this Honolulu gem offers a memorable dining experience. Signature dishes like the meze platter and lamb shank shine, while the inviting ambiance transports guests to the Mediterranean. Highly recommended for both locals and visitors!

2,957 Reviews

  1. Sheaffer

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    My family ordered the wagyu shish, lamb shish, the falafel shish and the meze mosaic platter to share. Food was great with the highlights being the meze mosaic and the falafel shish. Drinks were good but expected for a nicer restaurant with nothing particularly noteworthy. Restaurant was very busy with service a little slow. Would highly recommend making a reservation as even with one, our group was seated a little late.

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  2. Lisa

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was flavorful and absolutely delicious. We ate our meals family style and there is not one dish that we did not love. Beef Kafka was wonderful wagyu shish was tender and chicken with apricots and pine nuts was tender with crispy skin. Sooooo good !!! Our server Luca made great recommendation but was so slow. On a few occasions I thought he forgot about our table. Overall great experience. .

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  3. Glenn

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    38 reviews

    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the Wagyu Shish and the meat was tough, very chewy with large tendons visible in the meat.

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  4. Donna

    VIP

    Hawaii

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the food and atmosphere. I also enjoyed the details like special Turkish water glasses and plates. Food presentation was beautiful! I can’t wait to come back!

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  5. Syd

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance here is great. It's a perfect date spot. Drinks were good, they do take some time if they are busy. I had the Chief of Fire which was basically an old fashion. The servers are very knowledgable about the menu. The menu is big, a little overwhelming but everything we ordered was delicious. I ordered the lamb chops and I would highly recommend it. It was tender and not gamey at all.

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  6. Michelle

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a lunch combination- don't remember what it was called, but it was tasty even if a little limited. My only critique was that it was kind of on the pricey side. But I would like to go back again and try more and different items. We sat outside, which I recommend if it's an option.

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  7. Mimi

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    LOVED the eggplant / lamb, flatbread and most of the dishes. (expected more from the salad), I would absolutely go back w/ max, 6 people and try to sit outside. Very cool vibe with movie playing on the white wall, but the acoustics were pretty tough - for our table of 12. REALLY loved the menu and the breakdown of which farms the produce comes from etc.

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  8. Mike

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great family dinner! We shared all dishes. Especially liked the roasted eggplant.

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  9. John

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Waiter was probably having an off day. Everything was good except his attention to details and being less than empathetic about it.

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  10. Alessandra

    VIP

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great dinner last Saturday at Istanbul Hawaii. Made a reservation for 5pm and got a table inside the beautiful restaurant with very incredible decoration. The waitress Victoria was very sweet and attentive and the food came out quickly and delicious. We had ribeye shish, Zatar frites, and the most delicious dessert in the world, Hatay Kunefe! Can't wait to come back!

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FAQs

Istanbul Hawaii offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 772-4440.

Istanbul Hawaii is rated 4.7 stars by 2957 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Istanbul Hawaii

1108 Auahi St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kamakee and Queen street
  • Neighborhood
    Honolulu
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Enter Istanbul Hawaii parking lot from Queen street. Parking available at any Ward Village parking structure for our guests, including the Whole foods parking lot. Parking is free.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mom Chef Nili and her daughter Chef Ahu
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.istanbulhawaii.com/
  • Phone number
    (808) 772-4440
  • Catering
    Indulge in personalized dining experiences, from intimate dinners to lavish receptions, catered to perfection by our chefs. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. On-site or off, create unforgettable moments with us. Discover and customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!
  • Private party facilities
    Craft unforgettable moments with our bespoke menus and dining experiences, tailored to your desires. From intimate dinners to grand receptions, every detail is perfected. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. Your perfect occasion awaits. Customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!

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