Sultanahmet Buhara Kebab House Restaurant — Restaurant in Fatih

Buhara is a fantastic place for dinner near the Hagia Sophia. The staff is extremely friendly and welcoming as soon as you walk through the door. We went there twice during our stay because it is that good! To drink, we had the house rose and an Efes Beer and both were great. They brought a huge puff bread and eggplant dip for the table to start which was quite good. My sister has celiac and is allergic to gluten so he brought out carrot and cucumber with hummus for her to eat. The staff was extremely knowledgeable about celiac so she felt very safe here. We had the Iskendar Kebab and loved it. The meat was cooked well and it was covered in a delicious sauce. The Adana kebab is also excellent with a perfect amount of heat and spice. The best dish we had was the Alinazik kebab. The meat on the bed of yogurt and eggplant was divine. It was also garlicky which is something we love. Their pides are also good, a nice portion size. For my sister who is gluten free she had a Beyti Kebab which was safe for her. He assured that the fries are in a dedicated fryer so there would be no cross contamination for her so we felt good. They also brought baklava and a fruit plate since she is gluten free and tea for dessert The Baklava was one of the best we had in turkey! Overall this is an excellent restaurant with great service and it is a must try...

As I was lying in my hotel room without a clue on where to eat for dinner, I turned my attention to trip advisor. Within a few minutes of scrolling and a whole lot of desperation, I found that this place had decent reviews so decided to give it a try.

It was roughly around a 20 minute walk from the hotel and upon arrival, we were greeted/ambushed by the staff. I elected to eat indoors as it was quite nippy outside. We were shown the menu and nothing appealed to me except the chicken options. I ordered both the chicken wings (Tavuk Kanat) and the chicken shish kebab (Tavuk Sis). As I waited patiently for the food, I was served bread resembling a hot air balloon and some cheese & butter. The smell from the cheese alone was enough to put you in a coma. It smelt like the grime between a homeless mans toes. I tactically avoided this mess as I didn't want any gastrointestinal problems for the duration of my trip.

The food was presented really well, it looked like a piece of culinary art. The chicken shish was brilliant, I was expecting it to be dry but it was cooked excellently. The wings, wow, they were the highlight. I can't begin to describe them so I won't. The salad was refreshing, the rice... well, not everything can be perfect can it. Tasteless. Complimentary Turkish tea was served after the meal which is...

Buhara Kebab House completely exceeded my expectations. Tucked away just a short walk from the Blue Mosque, this cozy little place feels like one of those rare finds you almost want to keep secret.

The staff were incredibly friendly — the kind of Turkish hospitality that makes you feel like family the moment you sit down. They explained the menu with patience and even recommended a few local favorites.

I ordered the mixed grill, and it was absolutely perfect — juicy, flavorful meats fresh off the charcoal grill. The lamb chops were tender and full of smoky goodness, and the chicken was so well-seasoned it barely needed anything else. The rice and salad on the side were fresh and balanced the meal beautifully.

Don’t skip the homemade bread either — warm, fluffy, and perfect for scooping up every last bit of sauce.

Prices were very reasonable considering the location and quality. It’s definitely tourist-friendly but still feels authentic — a tricky balance that they absolutely nailed.

If you’re wandering around Sultanahmet and tired of tourist traps with mediocre food, Buhara Kebab House is 100%...