Cafe Istanbul

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2014 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
+1 (773) 661-9487
http://www.mycafeistanbul.com
In the heart of Chicago, there's a charming place known as the Istanbul Café, owned and run by Mustafa Guler. With more than 15 years of culinary experience in Istanbul, Ankara, and Antalya, he brings the flavors of Turkey to the Windy City. For over six years, Chicago residents have flocked to Istanbul Café for delicious, authentic Turkish cuisine. From mouthwatering kebabs to flavorful mezze, each dish is a testament to Mustafa's culinary expertise.What set Istanbul Café apart was not just its special wines, homemade baklava, or Mustafa's culinary expertise, but a secret treasure hidden within its menu - the "Cag Kebab." This special dish from Turkey's Erzurum region, and you won't find it anywhere else in the city. From the talented chefs to the friendly servers, they ensure every visit to Istanbul Café is special. Here, we serve you not just with food but with passion! Come and savor Turkey's essence in the heart of Chicago!

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4.5364 reviews
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Sidney Z.
5/20/2025

Having a Turkish lunch this afternoon at Cafe Istanbul on Division Street was like having lunch on the Bosporus Strait without the 11 hour plane flight; that's just how good this restaurant...

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Tigui D.
9/26/2025

Revisited again.. this time time the food was just okay; didn't feel like the first few times. The food didn't taste as fresh and everything came out extremely fast (maybe because we were there...

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Paddy W.
9/14/2025

I have been several times to Café Istanbul. I have also visited Turkey many many times. Cafe Istanbul does have good food but they are currently nickel and dimming people 18% service charge is...

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Michelle H.
5/16/2025

Big portions for affordable prices, delicious food, and you get seated fast on most days even though the restaurant is never really empty. There's indoor seating & outdoor seating with large heat...

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George O.
6/12/2025

This Chicago Turkish place has a very cozy patio and also indoor atmosphere. We tried several of the dishes including the lahmacun (a Turkish flatbread), the Adam kebap which is the most famous...

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