First visit to restaurant after a number of takeaways, and we were generally very impressed.
The restaurant was busy on a Friday evening, which underlines the popularity of this venue, warm welcome from staff.
The food was delicious.
A number of the staff appeared to be inexperienced which is very common within the industry at the moment, however they were very polite and enthusiastic which was nice to see.
Only negatives were the addition of a 12.5% Service Charge to the bill (I didn’t recall seeing this detailed on the menu), a slightly disappointing wine list, expensive and only 175cc measures offered, which didn’t appear to be on the generous side, and no draught beer available, only expensive bottles.
However we had a very enjoyable evening and look forward to returning again soon.
Enjoyed a lovely family lunch yesterday, it is one of the most comfortable dining experiences I've had in Colchester. The lunch set menu is very good value for good quality food and generous portions. Really enjoyed the kunefe dessert. Warm owner and polite staff. I'd say it was the best Turkish food I've had in Essex having tried Turkish restaurants across the county - in the same league as Turkish restaurants in Harringey. I'll definitely be back.
Natasha “Tashii Oto” Robinson
+4
Fantastic food. Thoroughly enjoyed that. However, service wasn't brilliant! It felt like we were inconveniencing one of the servers. Saving grace is the tiramisu, which is gorgeous. Honestly, it's worth the grumpy server.
Lovely family restaurant. Busy, so best book in advance especially on the weekend. We had a lovely meal, there is something for everyone, even my fussy teenagers finished their plates. The staff were friendly, the owner took time to chat to each table which was a lovely gesture not often seen nowdays. We were not rushed to finish our meal by a certain time unlike other restaurants. Overall a great experience, we will definitely be going back again.
Amazing food and great value for money. This is THE best Turkish in Colchester without a doubt. Loved the music in here too. All meat is halal. Must try!
Quite simply the best restaurant in Colchester by far.
The food is excellent, service is great.
The prices are very reasonable and it was great to see it busy on a wet Sunday evening too.
Colchester needs more family run restaurants like this.
If you haven’t been to Doga go, and if you have, go again!
This is one of my favourite places to eat in Colchester at any time of day! The restaurant itself is decorated beautifully, the staff are really attentive and service is very fast, and the food!!! It is the best food you will find in Colchester, big portions, good prices and it tastes incredible! The lamb ribs are out of this world, best thing on the menu! The mixed shish is also a favourite. Couldn’t recommend this place highly enough!
Fresh, hot and super tasty. Lovely cosy environment and the waitress and owner were very accommodating and chatty. The food was delicious and came out quick and the food menu is extensive. We will definitely be going back.
Absolutely delicious ❤️. Fresh, quality ingredients, good atmosphere, nothing to fault about this place. Give this place a try if you want some authentic Turkish flavours.
Wow. Randomly found on a holiday. Ate the hot starter sharer mix which was yummy. Then had butter chicken, wow what a dish! Packed full of flavour and the chicken was so tender. Followed this by Kunefe for dessert. Scrummy. Service attentive but not too in your face. Great find.
The food was really fantastic, I had the Iskender and my partner had the Kleftiko (Lamb shank). Really delicious and beautifully presented. The home made rice pudding was so good too, with grated pistachio on top. The place was really clean and nice and staff were very friendly. Really want to go back here. Maybe even as soon as on Friday again.
Another lovely meal at this amazing restaurant. Could not fault the food or the service. He Kleftico is to die for. Only down side were the noisy party behind us.
Very happy with the quality of produce and skill of the cuisine here: highly recommended….
Excellent service, excellent food also halal food. Would recommend and will visit again
Great food and great service. Great mixed grill and chicken shish.
Great food in a comfortable setting. Not sure about the 80s music at high volume from tinny speakers though. An enjoyable dinner nonetheless.
Just ordered a yoghurt lamb shish takeaway. Meat and sauce were superb. Smokey and tender. The chips and Sigara Boregi also tasted great (although a bit cold). Very big portion. Can’t wait to eat in at some point.
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