Dining
The 5 Best Turkish Restaurants in London
Charcoal grills and generous mezze: where to eat the best Turkish food in London.
In short: our top picks are Mangal 2, Oklava and Gokyuzu. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
London eats Turkish brilliantly, from the ocakbasi grills of the north-east to polished modern rooms in the centre. The best bring charcoal smoke, generous mezze and proper hospitality. These are the Turkish tables worth the trip, appetite essential.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mangal 2 | Dalston | ££ |
| Oklava | Shoreditch | £££ |
| Gokyuzu | Harringay | ££ |
| Antepliler | Harringay | ££ |
| Hala Restaurant | ££ |
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Editor’s choice
Mangal 2
Why we pick itA Dalston ocakbasi institution, reborn; charcoal-grilled meats and modern Turkish flair.
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Oklava
Why we pick itSelin Kiazim's modern Turkish-Cypriot cooking; the pul biber butter is a thing of joy.
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Gokyuzu
Why we pick itA Green Lanes favourite; vast mezze, charcoal grills and famously generous portions.
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Antepliler
Why we pick itGaziantep specialities and proper baklava; a Green Lanes destination for the grill.
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Hala Restaurant
Why we pick itA bustling Turkish ocakbasi on Green Lanes.
Before you book
Go to the grills hungry and order across the mezze and the charcoal meats to share. Many of the best are BYO or great value, so bring a group. And do not skip the bread and the pide straight from the oven; it is half the meal.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Mangal 2 is our editor's choice: A Dalston ocakbasi institution, reborn; charcoal-grilled meats and modern Turkish flair. Mangal 2, Oklava and Gokyuzu lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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