Galata Mediterranean Grill
Brad F · 283 Google reviewsGalata Mediterranean Grill — high-caliber mediterranean in Lakeview. No shortcuts. You can taste the intention. You're greeted like a regular, even the first time, and BYOB. Efe Kasapoğlu: "The meat is perfectly seasoned and juicy, the bread is fresh, and the portions are generous"
What 466 diners keep saying
What 466 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“What a pleasant treat to visit this restaurant. The lentil soup was absolutely outstanding, although it’s a different name I don’t remember the name of it. Also, I ordered adana which was very very good.”
“We tried mixed grill 4 -5, galata burger, manti, beef stew and for dessert rice pudding, kunefe and baklava . I loved everything and best Mediterranean and Turkish restaurant in Chicago.”
“We tried lahmacun , manti and mixed grill for 2. Galata is the best Turkish restaurant in Chicago .”
“Galata Mediterranean Grill is hands down one of the best Turkish restaurants I’ve ever visited! The food is absolutely authentic, fresh, and full of incredible flavor. We ordered the Turkish Lahmacun, Manti, and the Mix Grill, and every dish was cooked to perfection. The Lahmacun was crispy and delicious, the Manti was rich and comforting, and the Mix Grill was juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned with generous portions. For dessert, I absolutely fell in love with the Kunafa, Baklava, and Rice Pudding. The Kunafa was perfectly crispy with just the right amount of sweetness, the Baklava was fresh and flaky, and the rice pudding was creamy, smooth, and honestly one of the best I’ve ever had. The service was outstanding—everyone was friendly, welcoming, and attentive from the moment we walked in. The restaurant is clean, cozy, and has a wonderful atmosphere that makes you want to stay longer. If you’re looking for authentic Turkish and Mediterranean food in Chicago, this is the place to go. Everything exceeded my expectations, and I’ll definitely be coming back again and again. Highly recommended! 🇹🇷❤️”
“Like the food of this restaurant, it is very beautiful and authentic five stars guys”
“The food was amazing! Love the atmosphere, everything was so clean, the workers keep coming to see if we needed anything. Memo the owner was so attentive. I really recommend this place.”
“Incredible service, amazing food. The platter is a great deal and extremely filling”
“We came with a group and ordered the 4–5 person Mixed Grill, and it exceeded all of our expectations. There was more than enough food for everyone, and every bite was delicious. The variety of meats was impressive, the lamb was incredibly tender, the Adana had the perfect amount of spice, and the chicken was juicy and flavorful. The fresh salad, grilled vegetables, rice, bulgur, and crispy lahmacun made the platter even better. Everything tasted fresh and authentic, just like a real Turkish family feast. The service was friendly, the atmosphere was welcoming, and we left completely satisfied. If you’re looking for an authentic Turkish restaurant in Chicago with generous portions, Galata Mediterranean Grill is a must-visit. We’ll definitely bring more friends next time! THE BEST TURKISH RESTAURANT”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Everything was amazing! The food was fresh, flavorful, and authentic, and every dish exceeded our expectations. The service was outstanding—everyone was so warm, friendly, and incredibly hospitable. They truly made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, making the whole dining experience even better. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for delicious Turkish food and exceptional hospitality. We will definitely be coming back with our friends:) Thank you so much 😊”
“Food was delicious!! 10/10!! The service was incredible!! Will definitely be back 😊”
“Best Mediterranean food in uptown Chicago! I tried doner and it was so delicious. Will definitely recommend to family and friends”
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