Istanbul Restaurant by Kubat & Baki — Restaurant in Muscat

First, I'd like to mention that this was the first restaurant where I saw everyone smiling, even after paying the bill; they left with smiles, including me, despite the bill being 26 Omani Rials. It's as if there's some magic to it 😀 The restaurant's decor is really beautiful, but it's quite crowded. I couldn't take many pictures due to privacy concerns.

As for the price, the grilled dish was 5 Omani Rials, served with bread and a type of grain that I don't know, but it's really delicious. When you taste the food, you understand why the price is slightly higher because of the meat's quality.

For the appetizers, we ordered the large plate for 4 Omani Rials, which was good, but not worth the price.

As for the fried fish, I ordered the fried "shari" fish, which was very tasty and crispy. It comes with sauce and lemon that adds an incredible flavor to the fish. The fish costs 6.5 Rials and is sufficient for two people, without any appetizers.

The baklava costs 1.5 Rials per plate, which contains either one large triangular piece or four small pieces, each for 1.5 Rials. I recommend the smaller pieces as they taste better.

The tea is excellent and comes for free, even if you ask for more.

The service is extremely fast, and the staff are very friendly.

It's definitely worth trying, and I highly...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Istanbul Turkish Restaurant in Ghala, and I must say it was a delightful experience. The restaurant's staff exhibited exceptional behavior, being both cooperative and polite throughout our visit. They ensured prompt delivery of our orders and took excellent care of us, making us feel welcomed and valued.

One of the standout features of this restaurant is its valet parking service, which was efficient and without any delays. The interior decoration is tastefully done, creating a pleasant and inviting atmosphere for diners.

We tried the seafood platter, which included fresh and flavorful fish, as well as the spicy Kofar fish grill and jumbo prawns. Each dish was cooked to perfection and had a very good taste. The Turkish bread and salad were also wonderful, complementing our main courses beautifully. A special highlight was the dry ice smoke presentation at our table, which added an element of surprise and fun to our meal.

Overall, we left as very happy customers and would rate our experience 9.4/10. While the prices are slightly on the higher side, the quality of food and service justifies the cost.

I highly recommend Istanbul Turkish Restaurant for anyone looking to enjoy a great dining...

Dining was a regrettable experience that left me both physically unwell and financially dissatisfied.

Ruined our first two days of vacation in OMAN 💔

The meal, which I had high hopes for, resulted in food poisoning, casting a shadow over the entire dining experience.

Food Quality and Safety

The primary concern was the food’s safety. Shortly after dining, I began experiencing symptoms consistent with foodborne illness, including nausea and stomach discomfort. This not only ruined my evening but also raised serious questions about the restaurant’s food handling and hygiene practices.

Pricing

Compounding the issue was the meal’s cost. Given the subpar quality and the health repercussions, the prices felt unjustifiable. I expected a higher standard of food safety and quality, especially considering the premium charged.

Service and Ambiance

While the service was attentive, it couldn’t compensate for the health issues and the feeling of being overcharged. The ambiance was pleasant, but it was overshadowed by the overall...