
İskender DownTown Bursa
A renowned Turkish restaurant celebrated for its perfectly prepared Iskender, offering a true taste of Bursa's culinary heritage.

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İskender DownTown Bursa

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Must-see attractions
A renowned Turkish restaurant celebrated for its perfectly prepared Iskender, offering a true taste of Bursa's culinary heritage.
"The flavors are outstanding—a true taste of Turkey that keeps patrons coming back for more!"
Visit Cevat Iskenderoglu's Branch
For a consistently high-quality dining experience, seek out Cevat Iskenderoglu's specific branch.
Order Single Dishes
Consider ordering individual dishes rather than full menus for guaranteed satisfaction.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Turkish
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+90 224 504 84 44
Address
DownTown Yaşam ve Eğlence Merkezi, İstiklal, Yunuseli Blv No:13/1 Zemin Kat 05/38-39, 16200 Osmangazi̇/Bursa, Türkiye
Website
iskenderdowntown.com/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Iconic Iskender Dish
Savor the perfectly prepared Iskender, featuring tender meat, soft bread, rich tomato sauce, creamy yogurt, and sizzling butter.

Authentic Turkish Flavors
Experience the true taste of Turkey with outstanding flavors that keep patrons coming back for more.

Warm Ambiance and Service
Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere enhanced by attentive and friendly service.
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Visit Cevat Iskenderoglu's Branch
For a consistently high-quality dining experience, seek out Cevat Iskenderoglu's specific branch.
Order Single Dishes
Consider ordering individual dishes rather than full menus for guaranteed satisfaction.
Pet-Friendly Reservations
Inform them of pet companions when booking; they may accommodate special requests.
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from all over the internet
Visit Cevat Iskenderoglu's Branch
For a consistently high-quality dining experience, seek out Cevat Iskenderoglu's specific branch.
Order Single Dishes
Consider ordering individual dishes rather than full menus for guaranteed satisfaction.
Pet-Friendly Reservations
Inform them of pet companions when booking; they may accommodate special requests.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Patrons rave about the iconic Iskender dish, praising its outstanding flavors and authentic taste. The warm ambiance and excellent service also contribute to a positive dining experience. However, some reviews mention issues with stale bread, small portion sizes, and high prices for drinks.
"Review of Iskender Turkish Restaurant
Iskender is one of the best and most famous Turkish restaurants, known for serving the iconic Iskender dish to perfection. The flavors are outstanding—the tender, perfectly cooked meat is layered over soft bread, soaked in rich tomato sauce, and topped with creamy yogurt and sizzling butter. Every bite is a true taste of Turkey!
The restaurant’s warm ambiance and excellent service make the experience even better. Whether you’re a fan of Turkish cuisine or trying Iskender for the first time, this place is a must-visit. If you’re looking for authentic flavors and top-quality food, Iskender Restaurant is the perfect choice!"
Talaat Qari
"as a local of Bursa (born and raised), I tried all kinds of iskender over the years and all of them seem like a waste compared to Cevat Iskenderoglu’s branch, which is the one with the logo with the circled R. This is the hands down best iskender to eat. I visited the old place in Heykel, the one in Carrefour and now this, and the quality does not waver. Same tasty meat, same high quality butter every time i visit. Prices are a little bit over the top, even compared to European meat dishes of the same gramage. But it’s worth it. I only eat iskender once per visit to Turkey and it’s here. Thanks for keeping the quality over the years."
Ece Erc
"(Translated by Google) We always eat iskender every time we come to Bursa, but we went to this branch for the first time. We regretted going there! As you know, the pita under the iskender was stale and even though we told the waiter, he did not react at all, the iskender was as small as a children's menu, the service was very bad, leaving even a napkin on the table felt like torture for the employees, they charge 75 liras for a tiny 250 milliliter cola, the waiter poured butter on the table instead of the iskender! In any case, no branch of İskender's brand value can do this much damage!
(Original)
Bursa’ya her gelişimizde mutlaka iskender yeriz ama bu şubeye ilk defa gittik. Gittiğimize gideceğimize pişman olduk! İskenderin altındaki pidesi bildiğiniz bayattı ve garsona söylememize rağmen hiç tepki vermedi, iskender çocuk menüsü kadar küçüktü, servis çok kötüydü masaya bir peçete bile bırakmak eziyet gibi geliyor çalışanlara, 250 milimlik minicik kolaya 75 lira para alıyorlar, tereyağı garson iskender yerine masaya döktü! İskenderin marka değerine her halde hiçbir şubesi bu kadar zarar veremez!"
Abdullah Aykut
What People Like
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Frequently Asked Questions
The signature dish is the iconic Iskender kebab, known for its tender meat, rich sauce, and perfect balance of flavors.
Yes, some locals recommend Cevat Iskenderoglu's branch specifically for consistently high-quality Iskender.
The restaurant specializes in Iskender kebab, which is meat-based. Specific vegetarian or vegan options are not highlighted in the provided data.
While not standard, the restaurant has shown understanding for pet owners, especially those traveling from out of town. It's best to mention this when making reservations.
While the Iskender is considered worth the price by some, other reviews mention prices being a bit high, especially for drinks.
It's suggested to order single dishes over menus and to try the Cevat Iskenderoglu branch for a superior experience.
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