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Cafe Istanbul
903 S Rural Rd
Tempe, AZ 85281
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#27 of 363 restaurants in Tempe
4.0 of 5 stars 4 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: African, Lebanese, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian
  • 903 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281
  • 480.731.9499
  • Average price: € 14 ($ 20)

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“Truly Authentic!”
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5 of 5 stars
Nyetah   20 contributions
California
Feb 10, 2009

I haven't had more authentic middle eastern food since actually visiting the region last year.They boast such foods as Kibbi-Nayeh (a Middle Eastern version of steak tar-tar but made with ground lamb loin, mixed with spices and served with wedges of tomato, onion, pickles, cilantro and plenty of pita). Their lentil soup is well balanced though served a little too... more

“#1 Middleeastern Restaurant in AZ”
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5 of 5 stars
mona231   1 contribution
Michigan
Jul 9, 2008

This restaurant is awsome they have the best food, the best buffet the best hookahs. The Stuffed Lamb is awsome, so is the hummus and Grilled Lemon Chicken. They also have a market and outdoor seating. One stop shop for hookah items and smoking hookahs. This reastaurant is the best middle eastern restaurant in town! more

“OK food, over priced, poor service”
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2 of 5 stars
azb   9 contributions
Phoenix, AZ
Sep 18, 2005

The food is OK, it is overpriced and the service is terrible. You can find much better Middle Eastern food at a lower price with better service nearby. more

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Cafe Istanbul Address

903 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281
Tel: 480.731.9499
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.