Cinar Mediterranean Restaurant

Reviews

• UF

  Usmonov Firdavs

  3 days ago
  5.0
  Mercimek çorbası ve kızarmış ciğer ikisi de çok güzel pişmişti. Çok lezzetliydi!
• NS

  Nusret Mesut Sahin

  5 days ago
  5.0
  One of the best Adana Kabab’s that I have eaten in the U.S. Lentil soup was also excellent. Highly recommend!
• BY

  Bo Youcef

  Sep 30, 2026
  5.0
  We found this place after spending the day at Turtle Back Zoo and looking for a nearby halal spot. It had been a while since I’d had Turkish food — honestly probably since my last trip to Istanbul in 2024 — so I was really looking forward to it. The area around the restaurant is nice and quiet, and there are a few stores nearby, which is a plus if you want to grab something before or after eating. There was even a fresh produce market close by that I really liked. As soon as we walked in, the vibe was calm and comfortable. Nice decor, soft music, good lighting… just one of those places where you sit down and immediately relax a little. We started with lentil soup and stuffed grape leaves. The lentil soup was excellent. Light on the salt, which I actually prefer because I’d rather add a little myself than have it come out too salty. The grape leaves were decent. Not bad at all, but I’ve definitely had better. I felt like they could’ve used a little more flavor and maybe a stronger pomegranate touch, and the portion felt a little small for the price. Then we got the mixed kebab platter for two with lamb, kofta, chicken kofta, chicken shish, rice, potatoes and vegetables. We also ordered fries because we had our little one with us. Now let me talk about the chicken shish kebab because THAT was the star of the whole meal 🔥 Honestly, one of the best chicken shish kebabs I’ve had at any restaurant. Big pieces, super tender, really good marinade and cooked perfectly. You could tell the chicken itself was good quality too. It was so good that I ended up ordering another one to take home. The lamb was good too, but it came more medium than I personally like. I’m more of a well-done person. The kofta was good, but honestly the chicken shish was so strong that everything else kinda had a hard time competing with it 😂 The rice was really good and I liked the vegetables too. After dinner we had coffee and crème caramel. Both were really good, but the coffee especially hit the spot. That’s the kind of coffee I actually miss sometimes, and honestly I’d come back just for the coffee and chicken shish. The crème caramel was simple and smooth, kind of a light custard-style dessert, and my son loved it. What really made this place 5 stars for me though was the service. Everyone there was respectful, welcoming and professional from start to finish. Good food is important, but good food with genuinely respectful service makes a whole different experience. Prices are a little on the higher side, but considering the quality, service and overall experience, I didn’t mind paying it. Clean place, great atmosphere, good music, good lighting, excellent service and some seriously good chicken shish. The three things that made me open my phone and leave 5 stars were the service, the chicken shish kebab and the coffee. Definitely a place I’d come back to.
• TK

  Turan Kokcuoglu

  Sep 27, 2026
  5.0
  Amazing food and a very cozy atmosphere! The service was quick, attentive, and professional, and the owners were incredibly friendly and welcoming. The kindness and politeness of the entire staff really added to the overall experience. Whether you dine in, take out, or order delivery, you can expect great service and delicious food. They also have a wonderful selection of appetizers and desserts, and you can easily pack your leftovers to enjoy later. The kitchen is clean, hygienic, and visible right in front of you, which shows how well organized and carefully managed everything is. Honestly, there is almost no need to buy a plane ticket to Türkiye anymore—they brought all those delicious Turkish flavors right here! Everything was fresh, authentic, and absolutely delicious. Highly recommended!
• OE

  Osman Ersen

  Sep 5, 2026
  5.0
  We came here for dinner with the family and had such a great experience. We tried the lamb shish, Adana kebab, and chicken shish, and everything was delicious. The meats were perfectly cooked and full of authentic Turkish flavor. The kids absolutely loved the chicken shish, which made the dinner even better for us. The mezes were fresh and flavorful, and the lentil soup was excellent as well. The atmosphere is beautiful, warm, and very welcoming — a great place to enjoy a relaxed dinner with family. Recep and Tunahan, the owners, were incredibly friendly and welcoming and really made us feel at home. We finished with the kazandibi, and it was absolutely delicious — the perfect ending to a great meal. Great food, authentic flavors, wonderful atmosphere, and genuinely warm hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!