
Doga Restaurant
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About Doga Restaurant
Doga Restaurant is a Turkish restaurant on North Hill in Colchester, open daily with reservations recommended. The room features large murals of Turkish landscapes including Cappadocia and plush velvet chairs. The menu offers Turkish dishes such as meze platters, mixed shish, mixed grill, and kunefe dessert, alongside Turkish wine. High chairs are available for families with young children, and takeaway and delivery options serve those eating off site.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingSomewhat difficult to find a space
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has kids' menu · Family friendly
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
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Menu & Prices
20 dishes- Mixed Grill Platter
- Wine
- Cold Mezze Platter
- Hummus
- Sigara Böreği
- Tiramisu
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention meze platter, lamb chops, kofte and kunefe dessert.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention meze platter, lamb chops, kofte and kunefe dessert.
Customer Review Summary
Diners single out the meze platters and mixed grills as the standout dishes, repeatedly describing them as fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned, with the kunefe dessert also earning praise. The modern interior with Turkish landscape murals and plush seating is frequently noted as stylish and transportive, while service is often called attentive and friendly. Several highlight the Turkish wine as a hit, though one reviewer points to a limited and pricey wine list with small measures and no draught beer. A few mention minor service missteps, including a waiter reaching over plates and an unadvertised 12.5% service charge. One diner describes the lamb chops and ribs as expertly grilled with a light, enhancing glaze.
Customer Review Summary
Diners single out the meze platters and mixed grills as the standout dishes, repeatedly describing them as fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned, with the kunefe dessert also earning praise. The modern interior with Turkish landscape murals and plush seating is frequently noted as stylish and transportive, while service is often called attentive and friendly. Several highlight the Turkish wine as a hit, though one reviewer points to a limited and pricey wine list with small measures and no draught beer. A few mention minor service missteps, including a waiter reaching over plates and an unadvertised 12.5% service charge. One diner describes the lamb chops and ribs as expertly grilled with a light, enhancing glaze.
Featured reviews
- Francis McGowan
“A group of us had food here and it was not the best. The service and atmosphere were great, but the food could have been much better. …”
- Rehman Butt
“Subject: A 5-Star Gem! Beautiful Decor & Delicious Food What a fantastic find! We had an amazing family meal at Doğa Restaurant. The first thing you notice is the beautiful interior—it's modern, clean, and so comfortable with those plush velvet chairs. The stunning, large murals of Turkish landscapes (like the one of Cappadocia!) create a truly special and transportive atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered a variety of meze, and everything tasted fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. The proof is in our empty plates—we cleared every single one! It's a welcoming and stylish spot, perfect for a family dinner or a lovely evening out. We'll absolutely be returning. Highly recommended!”
- Louise S
“Food was amazing, we got the mixed shish and the mixed grill. Service was brilliant from violet, didn’t have to wait for anything she was amazing. Will 100% be visiting again.”
- Eyitoyosi Onadipe
“Nice atmosphere and food was good. Food came at a good time. The only thing for me was the waiter kept pass things over our food instead of going round to serve. Think simple etiquettes like that should be observed.”
- Vik Dowlul
“Good food and value for money. Second time here so tried and tested. First time went for the platter and this time mains and a starter platter. Everything cooked well and full of flavour. Turkish wine also hit the spot. Service attentive and friendly.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Accepts reservations
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Serves vegan dishes
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- Serves alcohol
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Serves late-night food
- Offerings· 6
- Serves cocktails
- Serves healthy options
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- Has kids' menu
- Dining options· 4
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has table service
- Highlights· 2
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Parking· 1
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Crowd· 1
- Good for groups
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Restaurants near Doga Restaurant
- Middletons4.41,3480 mi£20–60Vegan optionsVegetarian optionsWheelchair accessible
bottomless brunch, drinks, medium rare sirloin
- Kintsu4.81570.1 mi£100+Vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleReservations
7 course taster menu, sourdough and cheese bites, crab on custard
- North Hill Noodle Bar4.72,3380.1 mi
cosy restaurant atmosphere, right portion sizes, affordable prices
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doga RestaurantGood for kids · Reservations | 4.4311 | — | £20–30 | meze platter, lamb chops, kofte |
| MiddletonsVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.41,348 | 0 mi | £20–60 | bottomless brunch, drinks, medium rare sirloin |
| KintsuVegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible · Reservations | 4.8157 | 0.1 mi | £100+ | 7 course taster menu, sourdough and cheese bites, crab on custard |
| North Hill Noodle Bar | 4.72,338 | 0.1 mi | — | cosy restaurant atmosphere, right portion sizes, affordable prices |
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