ISTANBUL GRILL
- Health grade
- B · 89/100
- Orange County rank
- Safer than 40%
- Diner rating
- 4.6 ★ · 3,979 reviews
- Violations
- 1 high-priority and 3 basic
- Last inspected
- Mar 2026
It currently ranks safer than 40% of Orange County restaurants we grade. The most recent report (March 5, 2026) still cited 1 high-priority and 3 basic violations, so there's room to climb. Diner rating: 4.6 from 3,979 reviews. Menus here flag vegetarian, keto, paleo, halal, and other dietary options.
Trend: improving · B (89/100) · safer than 40% of Orange County restaurants we grade
Get directions Call (407) 286-0887
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- B (89/100)
- Violations
- 4 total — 1 high-priority, 3 basic
- Address
- 9428 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, Orlando, FL
- Cuisine
- Mediterranean
- Categories
- Turkish restaurant, Halal restaurant, Mediterranean restaurant
- Price
- $20–30
- Rating
- 4.6 stars (3979 reviews)
- Seats
- 50
- Phone
- (407) 286-0887
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
The 4.0-star average is misleading — almost nobody actually rated it that. Reviews mentioning front-of-house average 3.6 stars, so it divides opinion rather than settling it.
The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (15 of 22). The split is 15 positive to 6 negative across 22 rated reviews, with 1 in the middle.
On the health side, the most recent DBPR inspection returned a B (89/100) with 1 high-priority and 3 basic violations — middling, much like the reviews. The visit behind that grade was March 5, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. On health score it sits safer than 40% of the Orange County restaurants we grade. For specifics, the last inspection cited cross-contamination and single-service and single-use items.
This is a listing where the two measures each tell half the story. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.
Our own analysis of 22 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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The atmosphere, food, and service were impeccable! We will visit again.
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Great food and great service by Muslima… and Soliha!! And Yousef also
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As a Turkish customer, I was disappointed with my experience. The restaurant has a Turkish name and plays Turkish music, but unfortunately it does not reflect the hospitality and generosity that Turkish culture is known for. Two things stood out to me: ● The meal portions did not come with bread, which is a basic part of many Turkish meals. ● We were charged separately for tea after dining. In Turkish culture, offering tea to guests after a meal is a common gesture of hospitality. Having a Turkish name and atmosphere should also come with the warmth and welcoming service that people expect from Turkish hospitality. I hope the restaurant considers these points to provide a more authentic experience.As a Turkish customer, I was disappointed with my experience. The restaurant has a Turkish name and plays Turkish music, but unfortunately it does not reflect the hospitality and generosity that Turkish culture is known for. Two things stood out to me: ● The meal portions did not come with bread, which is a basic part of many Turkish meals. ● We were charged separately for tea after dining. In Turkish culture, offering tea to guests after a meal is a common gesture of hospitality. Having a Turkish name and atmosphere should also come with the warmth and welcoming service that people expect from Turkish hospitality. I hope the restaurant considers these points to provide a more authentic experience.
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Prices are okay but the service was horrible! I’ve tried this 2 separate times and both times was the same. Doesn’t represent turkey well.
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Super fresh & delicious! Everything tasted like it was made from scratch. The mixed appetizer, lavash, falafel pita, mousakka, lamb chops, salad, kunefe, Turkish coffee, fresh squeezed lemonade and sweet tea were all delicious!! The staff was really nice. I highly recommend 😁
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Very authentic Turkish restaurant with great food!
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Kabas use to be so good but we're really under cooked this last time. I wish the service was a little better as well.
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They give too much trouble over a table. Then act like they are bothered that they have to clean the table for you. We were standing for over 15 minutes they were more interested about who we spoke to about the table than actually getting us settled in a table. We ended up walking out since it was too much trouble. Customer service totally nonexistent.
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Delicious authentic Turkish food in a family friendly environment! Great Service, Thank you Lujain!
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Real authentic food!! Lujain was amazing!!!
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First time there, food was amazing. Service was top notch. Great experience
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The food was exquisite and the service is fantastic. We will be back again whenever we’re in Orlando.
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Went to watch Portugal play against Uzbekistan and had the BEST lamb chops with my new favorite server Ms Lujain and her friend Yassine, super nice good energy people//environment she made me feel like I was at a Chick-fil-A in the middle of Turkey!!
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Me tome un instante para probar algo diferente y la atención con la mejor sonrisa y una excelente actitud, cuando hablemos de sabores y frescura este local tiene un excelente sello de calidad. Muchas gracias por la atención.
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Simply Delicious!!!! Will Return Soon.
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Food has always been great. But the new forced “ 20% Service charge “ and also ask for a “tip” is a turn down to us. Not going back.
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Great food. Yusuf was amazing. 10/10 would definitely come back.
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Muy Buen Servicio.
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Great good. Family atmosphere. Quick service. Must go!
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Never visiting this 06/17/2026 i visiting this day they behaved is very bad ass .and they charged me $14 for service charged 😒 the Person was talk to his friend and avoid us .
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Servers seem not to be appreciative with the customers. They did not ask even for a drink. Food is good though
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the food and service was really good! the best turkish restaurant i’ve ever been to!!! i will be coming back again soon.
Overall Score
71 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Tuesday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Wednesday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Thursday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Friday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Saturday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Sunday
- 2 to 10 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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March 5, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×2)
- 25 — Single-service and single-use items
- 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation
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October 22, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 7 basic
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices (×2)
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 40 — Employee personal belongings
- 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
Safer options nearby
Higher-graded restaurants close to ISTANBUL GRILL, by Florida DBPR grade:
- FIVE STAR INDIAN CUISINE
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: March 5, 2026