İskender DownTown Bursa
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İskender DownTown Bursa

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A renowned Turkish restaurant celebrated for its perfectly prepared Iskender, offering a true taste of Bursa's culinary heritage.

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İskender DownTown Bursa

İskender DownTown Bursa

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A renowned Turkish restaurant celebrated for its perfectly prepared Iskender, offering a true taste of Bursa's culinary heritage.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"The flavors are outstanding—a true taste of Turkey that keeps patrons coming back for more!"

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Visit Cevat Iskenderoglu's Branch

For a consistently high-quality dining experience, seek out Cevat Iskenderoglu's specific branch.

Order Single Dishes

Consider ordering individual dishes rather than full menus for guaranteed satisfaction.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 10PM

Cuisine

Turkish

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+90 224 504 84 44

Address

DownTown Yaşam ve Eğlence Merkezi, İstiklal, Yunuseli Blv No:13/1 Zemin Kat 05/38-39, 16200 Osmangazi̇/Bursa, Türkiye

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Iconic Iskender Dish

Iconic Iskender Dish

Savor the perfectly prepared Iskender, featuring tender meat, soft bread, rich tomato sauce, creamy yogurt, and sizzling butter.

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Authentic Turkish Flavors

Authentic Turkish Flavors

Experience the true taste of Turkey with outstanding flavors that keep patrons coming back for more.

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Warm Ambiance and Service

Warm Ambiance and Service

Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere enhanced by attentive and friendly service.

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✅ Bursa’nın En İyi 3 İskendercisini Aynı Saatte Deniyor ve Şampiyonu Seçiyoruz 🕺 🎈Tarihi Ahşap Dükkan 🔹Mavi Dükkan 🍃Uludağ Kebapçısı #keşfet #mekanönerisi #iskender #bursa #yemek #restoran #döner #reklam zorunlu
@nowherefinder
5.8K likes • 426.5K views

Visit Cevat Iskenderoglu's Branch

For a consistently high-quality dining experience, seek out Cevat Iskenderoglu's specific branch.

Order Single Dishes

Consider ordering individual dishes rather than full menus for guaranteed satisfaction.

Possibly the best food in Turkey! #turkey #türkiye #bursa #türkyemekleri #turkishfood #travel
@doug_barnard
91 likes • 6.6K views
İstanbul’da Bursa’ya gece iskenderi yemeye gittik 🌙 1.5 saat yol, yarım saatte iskenderin gelmesini bekledik o kadar kalabalıktı ki sıra bize gelene kadar karnım gurul gurul etmeye başlamıştı 😀 @Sağıroğlu #ortaklık beklemeye değer mi değer, gecenin büyüsü mü bilinmez gece yemesi çok keyifli 😋 bir yemeği canım isterse kilometrelerce yol giderim benim için farketmez, sizin için de öyleyse mutlaka ka...
@gurmegorelim
19.9K likes • 1.6M views

Pet-Friendly Reservations

Inform them of pet companions when booking; they may accommodate special requests.

@iskenderofficial #bursa #bursamekan #bursahesapa gidiyoruz 127 #bursadaneyenir #bursadagezilecekyerler #bursadayasam #bursadayasam #mekan #mekanönerisi iskender Kurulus, where the original story of Iskender Kebab started. Simply one dish. Rating is #very_good. Average PPP TL 420 #bursa #turkey #foodie #foodies #foodblogger #foodblogfeed #foodiechats #foodaddict #fooddiary #foodoftheday #foodphoto...
@hizzyeats
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Visit Cevat Iskenderoglu's Branch

For a consistently high-quality dining experience, seek out Cevat Iskenderoglu's specific branch.

Order Single Dishes

Consider ordering individual dishes rather than full menus for guaranteed satisfaction.

Pet-Friendly Reservations

Inform them of pet companions when booking; they may accommodate special requests.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Patrons rave about the iconic Iskender dish, praising its outstanding flavors and authentic taste. The warm ambiance and excellent service also contribute to a positive dining experience. However, some reviews mention issues with stale bread, small portion sizes, and high prices for drinks.

"Review of Iskender Turkish Restaurant

Iskender is one of the best and most famous Turkish restaurants, known for serving the iconic Iskender dish to perfection. The flavors are outstanding—the tender, perfectly cooked meat is layered over soft bread, soaked in rich tomato sauce, and topped with creamy yogurt and sizzling butter. Every bite is a true taste of Turkey!

The restaurant’s warm ambiance and excellent service make the experience even better. Whether you’re a fan of Turkish cuisine or trying Iskender for the first time, this place is a must-visit. If you’re looking for authentic flavors and top-quality food, Iskender Restaurant is the perfect choice!"

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"as a local of Bursa (born and raised), I tried all kinds of iskender over the years and all of them seem like a waste compared to Cevat Iskenderoglu’s branch, which is the one with the logo with the circled R. This is the hands down best iskender to eat. I visited the old place in Heykel, the one in Carrefour and now this, and the quality does not waver. Same tasty meat, same high quality butter every time i visit. Prices are a little bit over the top, even compared to European meat dishes of the same gramage. But it’s worth it. I only eat iskender once per visit to Turkey and it’s here. Thanks for keeping the quality over the years."

Ece Erc

"(Translated by Google) We always eat iskender every time we come to Bursa, but we went to this branch for the first time. We regretted going there! As you know, the pita under the iskender was stale and even though we told the waiter, he did not react at all, the iskender was as small as a children's menu, the service was very bad, leaving even a napkin on the table felt like torture for the employees, they charge 75 liras for a tiny 250 milliliter cola, the waiter poured butter on the table instead of the iskender! In any case, no branch of İskender's brand value can do this much damage!

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Bursa’ya her gelişimizde mutlaka iskender yeriz ama bu şubeye ilk defa gittik. Gittiğimize gideceğimize pişman olduk! İskenderin altındaki pidesi bildiğiniz bayattı ve garsona söylememize rağmen hiç tepki vermedi, iskender çocuk menüsü kadar küçüktü, servis çok kötüydü masaya bir peçete bile bırakmak eziyet gibi geliyor çalışanlara, 250 milimlik minicik kolaya 75 lira para alıyorlar, tereyağı garson iskender yerine masaya döktü! İskenderin marka değerine her halde hiçbir şubesi bu kadar zarar veremez!"

Abdullah Aykut

What People Like

Iconic Iskender dish
Outstanding flavors
Warm ambiance and service

What People Dislike

Stale pita bread
Small portion sizes
High drink prices

Frequently Asked Questions

The signature dish is the iconic Iskender kebab, known for its tender meat, rich sauce, and perfect balance of flavors.

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Yes, some locals recommend Cevat Iskenderoglu's branch specifically for consistently high-quality Iskender.

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The restaurant specializes in Iskender kebab, which is meat-based. Specific vegetarian or vegan options are not highlighted in the provided data.

While not standard, the restaurant has shown understanding for pet owners, especially those traveling from out of town. It's best to mention this when making reservations.

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While the Iskender is considered worth the price by some, other reviews mention prices being a bit high, especially for drinks.

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It's suggested to order single dishes over menus and to try the Cevat Iskenderoglu branch for a superior experience.

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