⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Delicious Turkish Food, Wonderful Service & a Beautiful Setting
We had a wonderful experience at Istanbul Grill Virginia. We enjoyed the Lamb Shish Kebab and Manti, and both were absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, beautifully presented, and very satisfying.
Our waitress, Ana, was attentive, friendly, and gracious throughout our meal, making an already enjoyable experience even better.
The atmosphere is beautiful and inviting, with a panoramic view of Istanbul and traditional Turkish-style lamps that give the restaurant a distinctive character. Another pleasant surprise is the location—tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in Arlington, something that is increasingly rare and makes the experience feel even more relaxed and enjoyable.
We finished our meal with Turkish coffee, which was the perfect ending. ☕️🇹🇷
Delicious food, wonderful service from Ana, a beautiful atmosphere, and a surprisingly peaceful Arlington setting. We will definitely return!
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HH
HonestFoodReviewer
Sep 18, 2026
Istanbul Grill is a true neighborhood hidden gem. We ordered the red lentil soup, hummus, grape leaves, and grilled salmon, and everything was exceptional. The food was fresh, flavorful, and well-executed, with great service to match. A local spot that deserves a visit. Definitely worth giving it a shot.
CB
Chloe Gruesbeck Birdsong
Sep 8, 2026
One of my favorite (if not my favorite) places to eat in Ballston! The staff is always so friendly, and the food is made in-house and incredibly fresh. It has such a welcoming, neighborhood feel that makes it a great place to come back to again and again. Highly recommend!
I had yogurt soup, and it was really delicious. It’s the first time in about seven years that I’ve had such a good soup. Thank you for everything. ❤️
HD
Hemali Desai
Aug 28, 2026
Got take out - chicken Adana kebob wrap. Do NOT RECOMMEND. There was one undercooked disgusting kebob in there with probably half a red and yellow onion sliced. Not sure if I ordered an onion and cabbage wrap or a chicken wrap. Also no sauce in the wrap just undercooked chicken kebob, so many onions, and burger pickles. Not worth $21 whatsoever. Do not recommend.