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Istanbul Hawaii, Honolulu, HI

Istanbul Hawaii

4.7
4.7
2965 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
In our Mediterranean & Hawaiian sanctuary, you become part of our ohana. Led by Chef Mom Nili, Baba Aydin, and Chef Ahu, you're invited on a culinary journey infused with Turkish and Mediterranean essences. Our recipes, a blend of diverse cultures, are nurtured with locally-sourced ingredients, reflecting the heart of our family-run and woman-led venture.

Every interaction, whether in our restaurant's warm embrace, the vibrant energy of local events, or amidst the rich array of farmers' lands, is cherished. Each meeting is a chance to intertwine stories, laughter, and a piece of our heritage.

Come, celebrate the art of dining with us, where every dish is a passage to the Mediterranean, caressed by the Hawaiian sun. We look forward to serving you, merging our narratives in meals that go beyond mere flavors. Here, every dining experience is an adventure, a discovery, and a celebration of togetherness, nurturing through food next to the Hawaiian ocean.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 772-4440
  • Website
    http://www.istanbulhawaii.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Mom Chef Nili and her daughter Chef Ahu
  • Catering
    Indulge in personalized dining experiences, from intimate dinners to lavish receptions, catered to perfection by our chefs. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. On-site or off, create unforgettable moments with us. Discover and customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!
  • Private party facilities
    Craft unforgettable moments with our bespoke menus and dining experiences, tailored to your desires. From intimate dinners to grand receptions, every detail is perfected. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. Your perfect occasion awaits. Customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!
  • Location
    1108 Auahi St, Honolulu, HI 96814
  • Area
    Honolulu
  • Cross Street
    Kamakee and Queen street
  • Parking details
    Enter Istanbul Hawaii parking lot from Queen street. Parking available at any Ward Village parking structure for our guests, including the Whole foods parking lot. Parking is free.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • 1001 Nights Under Nā Hōkū w/ Zachary Engel & Galit

    USD 95.00 per person

    21 Mar 2025 only
    "1001 Nights Under Nā Hōkū" is a refined farm-to-table dining series blending the mystique of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors with the elegance of Hawaiian nights. Each evening offers a 4-course tasting menu with premium wine pairings, curated by Chefs Nili, Ahu, and a guest chef, featuring sustainable, locally-sourced ingredients at Istanbul Hawaii. The series explores diverse culinary heritages, celebrating the shared and unique identities of each chef. With Michelin-starred and James Beard-nominated chefs as guests, every night promises an extraordinary culinary collaboration. Set under the stars, this experience tells a story of flavors, artistry, and a deep sense of place. Visit Our Website to View the Menu & Wine Pairing.
    1001 Nights Under Nā Hōkū w/ Zachary Engel & Galit photo

Menu

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What 2,965 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Istanbul Hawaii delights with exceptional Mediterranean cuisine and a vibrant atmosphere. Praised for "delicious food" and "attentive service," this Honolulu gem offers a memorable dining experience. Signature dishes like the meze platter and lamb shank shine, while the inviting ambiance transports guests to the Mediterranean. Highly recommended for both locals and visitors!

2,965 Reviews

  1. Sonia

    VIP

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Waited 1.25 hrs for food and only received it when we called attention that our order still hadn’t been delivered while every one else who came after us was getting their entrees. Waitress had totally forgotten about us and didn’t even check up on our order while we waited a FULL hour. Had to get another waiter to help. We had 10 minutes left to actually eat dinner when we finally got it and basically had to just put it in a take out box to eat at home. While the food and ambience was amazing, the service was abysmal!

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  2. Joji

    Portland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall the food was good. I wouldn’t say it was at the level of the hype. We had the seabass and the lamb. The rice was soso. The kitchen staff looked like mostly culinary students. The food was on par with what a culinary student would prepare. The falafel appetizer was good. The drinks were a bit too sweet even though I ordered the least sweet drinks but they were otherwise 4/5

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  3. Jodie

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We made reservations for Christmas Day. We were seated right away. The restaurant was very full but the food came out in reasonable time. Our waiter was amazing he assisted us in deciding our entree. This restaurant has amazing food. I highly recommend it.

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  4. Chris

    VIP

    Hawaii

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our annual family Christmas lunch spot. We love sitting outside under their planted awning shade where it's quieter and calm. The food and service are excellent and just slightly on the pricier side. This is a family favorite!

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  5. Syed

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fusion touch to Turkish food. Also, the portions are good for every entree

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  6. Jenny

    Hawaii

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a reservation for 8:15 and they gave the tables to people who had a reservation at 8:45 first. The food is really good. The waiter didn't clean the table, we had so many things on the table including the menus. The table was small and on several occasions we had accidents with the liquids on the table. It seems that the waiters don't get paid much because they don't show that they like their job.

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  7. Caroline

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and service was also very good. It was a beautiful night and our sat outside. We had sea bass, lamb shish and kofte - all were excellent! Miss the Mediterranean salad that used to come with the dinners though.

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  8. Jenny

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, and the outdoor seating was perfect! The service was a bit slow, but very attentive once they were with us.

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  9. Sheaffer

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    My family ordered the wagyu shish, lamb shish, the falafel shish and the meze mosaic platter to share. Food was great with the highlights being the meze mosaic and the falafel shish. Drinks were good but expected for a nicer restaurant with nothing particularly noteworthy. Restaurant was very busy with service a little slow. Would highly recommend making a reservation as even with one, our group was seated a little late.

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  10. Lisa

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was flavorful and absolutely delicious. We ate our meals family style and there is not one dish that we did not love. Beef Kafka was wonderful wagyu shish was tender and chicken with apricots and pine nuts was tender with crispy skin. Sooooo good !!! Our server Luca made great recommendation but was so slow. On a few occasions I thought he forgot about our table. Overall great experience. .

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FAQs

Istanbul Hawaii offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 772-4440.

Istanbul Hawaii is rated 4.7 stars by 2965 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 78 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Istanbul Hawaii

1108 Auahi St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kamakee and Queen street
  • Area
    Honolulu
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Enter Istanbul Hawaii parking lot from Queen street. Parking available at any Ward Village parking structure for our guests, including the Whole foods parking lot. Parking is free.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mom Chef Nili and her daughter Chef Ahu
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.istanbulhawaii.com/
  • Phone number
    (808) 772-4440
  • Catering
    Indulge in personalized dining experiences, from intimate dinners to lavish receptions, catered to perfection by our chefs. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. On-site or off, create unforgettable moments with us. Discover and customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!
  • Private party facilities
    Craft unforgettable moments with our bespoke menus and dining experiences, tailored to your desires. From intimate dinners to grand receptions, every detail is perfected. Elevate your event with our Istanbul cinema projector and enchanting garden trellis. Your perfect occasion awaits. Customize your experience at "Bespoke Events" on our website!

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