Ishtah Restaurant

11 Hendon Ln, Finchley, London N3 1RT, UK

About Ishtah Restaurant

4.2 / 5

from reviews

    Bianca Alexandra
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    June 10, 2025

    As a regular at this wonderful Turkish restaurant, I can honestly say the service is always top-notch. Every visit, the staff greets me warmly and provides attentive, friendly, and efficient service that makes dining here a real pleasure. Today’s lunch was another fantastic experience. The food continues to impress with its authentic flavors and fresh ingredients. My lunch plate was perfectly cooked and seasoned, with tender grilled meat and a crisp salad. The freshly baked bread were just as delicious as ever. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch or a leisurely meal, this place never disappoints. The atmosphere is inviting and the quality is consistent, which is why I keep coming back. Highly recommended for anyone craving genuine Turkish cuisine with excellent service!

    kanij fatema
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    April 26, 2025

    I recently visited this place and had a wonderful experience! Although the space is a bit small, everything else more than made up for it. The food was absolutely delicious, the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service was outstanding. The staff were attentive and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our visit. Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for great food and a warm vibe!

    Mehmet Özlem Özarabacı
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    June 26, 2025

    Izgara Finchley is a great spot for delicious Turkish food in a friendly and relaxed setting. The dishes are always fresh, well-seasoned, and served beautifully. I especially loved the grilled meats – full of flavour and perfectly cooked. The service was warm and attentive, making the whole experience very enjoyable. Definitely one of my go-to places in the area!

    My World
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    May 29, 2025

    What an amazing restaurant. Service is second to none. Amazing quality of food and plenty of it. Everything is cooked to perfection. Went back twice in one week. Definately recommended!

    Mohammed Jahed Ahmed
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    March 26, 2025

    Very disappointing dining experience again! Izgara is very overrated, especially compared to other Turkish restaurants. Also, to highlight this, the Pinner branch is better. In my personal opinion, there are much better Turkish restaurants out there you can try, such as Gokyuzu, Likya, Kerwan, etc. The atmosphere is awful, and the restaurant was overcrowded and unbelievably cramped. You're literally right next to another diner's table. People coming in and leaving had to squeeze past us (and other diners, not just us), and at one point, I had to move our table to let them pass. If you're looking for a romantic or chilled vibe, then this is not it; it just reminds me of Pizza Hut. The only saving grace was the bread. At the beginning, I'm glad they got it right, along with the chilli sauce. I ordered the mixed grill, which cost £29. What a letdown that was! First of all, the portion size is awful, and you get one lamb chop, three chicken wings, one kofta kebab, three small lamb ribs, three pieces of chicken shish, and one piece of lamb shish. With a choice of rice or bulgur rice, I did ask for mixed rice and bulgur, which other places are fine with, but they simply don't offer it. The bulgur rice was okay, but it didn't have as much flavour as other Turkish restaurants I have visited. My regret was that I didn't order the rice; at least I would have been happier and content with the bland taste. Everything was bland, just like my previous experience, and honestly, the kofta kebab can easily be made at home – watch a YouTube video; it's literally the same recipe. In fact, you can make a better meal at home for a fraction of the price. My wife ordered the meat moussaka, which was okay. I wouldn't say it was terrible, and the portion size wasn't too bad. The mocktail was so sweet that it tasted like sugar mixed with flavoured water. The dessert menu looked boring. You have to ask for the complimentary tea at the end; most places just offer it automatically, like Likya and Gokyuzu. Would I return? No!

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    11 Hendon Ln, Finchley, London N3 1RT, UK

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