CAFE 34 ISTANBUL

CAFE 34 ISTANBUL is one of Central Florida's sharpest contradictions: 4.7 stars from 11,388 diners, and a D health grade from the state. People plainly love the food. The inspection report tells a rougher story.

That D comes from 3 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 5 basic violations cited on May 18, 2026. It currently ranks safer than 7% of Orange County restaurants we grade — close to the bottom of the county. If you want the flavor with fewer question marks, the safer-options list below maps higher-graded kitchens within a short drive.

Loved (4.7★) but failing (D, 68/100) · safer than 7% of Orange County

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Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to CAFE 34 ISTANBUL, by Florida DBPR grade:

Restaurant details

Health grade
D (68/100)
Violations
9 total — 3 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 5 basic
Address
8255 INTERNATIONAL DR #144B, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
Mediterranean
Categories
Turkish restaurant, Bar, Halal restaurant, Hookah bar, Mediterranean restaurant
Price
$20–80
Rating
4.7 stars (11388 reviews)
Seats
151
Phone
(407) 601-7712
Website
Official website
Photo of CAFE 34 ISTANBUL
Photo: Cafe 34 Istanbul

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.7 Community-sourced rating 11,388 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Sorted by date, these 22 reviews trend upward. How guests are treated cuts both ways here, averaging 3.7 among the reviews that raise it.

The split is 17 positive to 5 negative across 22 rated reviews. Conspicuously absent: portion size, which no reviewer brings up. 5 stars is the modal score, given by 17 of the 22 reviewers who rated.

Set against that, the state's own inspection graded the kitchen a D (68/100), with 3 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 5 basic violations recorded. Reviews describe the meal; the grade describes the conditions it was made in. That inspection was on May 18, 2026. That puts it ahead of 7% of graded kitchens in Orange County. Among the items recorded were food from approved source and cross-contamination.

The practical read: people enjoy eating here, and the kitchen still failed its last inspection. Those are separate claims, and only the second one gets checked by anybody. Everything above is computed from the 22 reviews reproduced below.

Our own analysis of 22 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    Grecia was amazing! I highly recommend her every time you come! Her service was amazing

  • June 27, 2026

    Fatih was amazingggggg, he made sure we had everything we needed he was very attentive and he had very good energy ! This is my new spot!!!

  • June 27, 2026

    Grecia was amazing she was always smiling and super helpful

  • June 26, 2026

    Herşey çok güzeldi Ahmet bey bizim ile de çok güzel ilgilendi ellerinize sağlık mekan temizlik çok iyi

  • June 26, 2026

    The atmosphere, the vibe and the Food....Orlando's Oasis...the hot spot for the night while on vacation!

  • June 26, 2026

    Everything was awesome!

  • June 23, 2026

    This place is amazing and has the perfect atmosphere, food, and such a wonderful hookah. I wish if I lived closer to it!!

  • June 22, 2026

    Food took forever and tasted very mediocre. The salad dressing tasted out of a bottle, the pasta flavor was weird, they were out of two main dishes. The waitress was rude and didn’t seem to care.

  • June 20, 2026

    Always ask for Ricky Amazing customer service that I think he wouldn’t trade this for anything

  • June 20, 2026

    ⭐☆☆☆☆ Went to Cafe 34 Istanbul to watch the 11 PM Turkey vs. Paraguay World Cup match. Before arriving, we were told the restaurant was extremely busy, but when we got there it was nearly empty (that should’ve been a sign). We told host that we were here to view the match and wanted light food and Turkish tea. She then took us to a separate seating area which just had one TV. Next, we were attended by one of the most incompetent waiters I have ever met. From taking our order to final bill, she couldn’t answer any questions and had to bring in a second or third person to address any of our concerns. The food arrived with inadequate utensils. We were group of 4 and they brought 1-2 sets of cups , utensils and plates. We had to keep repeating everything, a bit annoying. The food arrived in the wrong order, they brought us out dessert first and wings last , goes to show lack of care or attention to customers . The food itself was ok , not the best Turkish food but above average. The biggest issue was the bill. We were not shown a detailed itemized receipt before payment, and when we questioned certain charges afterward, we did not receive clear or satisfactory explanations. The lack of transparency left a very negative impression. Unfortunately, what should have been an enjoyable World Cup viewing experience turned into a frustrating one. Unless you’re looking for a double D, disappointing and deceiving experience, please avoid this place .

  • June 20, 2026

    Martina was great!!

  • June 19, 2026

    Absolutely love it here. This is my second home Sasha Apo and both Yousef plus Brenda and jasmine I love love love it the service the hookah the food the drinks 1000/10 always never fails I trust instanbul with my LIFE

  • June 18, 2026

    Had a really great experience visiting Cafe 34 from Chicago! The Music was amazing, the staff were very welcoming. I would definitely recommend if you’re in Orlando!

  • June 18, 2026

    Amazing lounge!!! Thank you so much for a great time and to Brenda for suggesting me so many Orlando spots Ty!

  • June 18, 2026

    The service is beyond amazing here!!

  • June 17, 2026

    Mekan sahibi çok ilgili. Lezzetler güzel

  • June 16, 2026

    We arrived at the restaurant; there was no one there, but the tables were dirty. A waitress was cleaning the tables—including ours—while we were there. I ordered what was supposed to be their special salad, but the bowl was filled with nothing but lettuce leaves—no flavor, nothing. Will never come back

  • June 14, 2026

    The staff is the worst full of disrespecting very poor minded people the owner deserves to lose everything as he watches them be bad to customers every day and does nothing to stop them

  • June 14, 2026

    Management needs to get a grip on their security at the door. They are extremely rude for no reason. I wouldn’t give them a dollar.

  • June 14, 2026

    Very friendly people and definitely delicious foods

  • June 13, 2026

    Came from out of town for hookah and was serviced by Sasha! He was attentive, friendly, and checked in repeatedly. If you are coming here for a vibe you came to the right spot. Request him as your waiter and you will not be disappointed!! 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • June 12, 2026

    Excellent food and hookah. Awesome party vibe on the weekends!

Overall Score

53 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 10/40
    Grade D
  • Dietary transparency 20/20
    6 options listed
  • Community rating 19/20
    4.7★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
8 AM to 4 AM
Tuesday
8 AM to 4 AM
Wednesday
8 AM to 4 AM
Thursday
8 AM to 4 AM
Friday
8 AM to 4 AM
Saturday
8 AM to 4 AM
Sunday
8 AM to 4 AM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. May 18, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    3 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 5 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
  2. December 16, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 5 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 27 — Water source safe; hot and cold water under pressure
    • 32 — Bathrooms
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: May 18, 2026