Istanbul Kebab & Mangal
Quick info
About Istanbul Kebab & Mangal
On Upper Tooting Road in London, Istanbul Kebab & Mangal is a family-run kebab shop with a compact dine-in area alongside its takeaway counter. The menu runs to 59 dishes, including lamb doner, chicken shish, chicken shawarma with toasted pita bread, and mixed kebab, with rice as a side. In-house garlic and chilli sauces and freshly-cut salad accompany the kebabs, and every meal comes with complimentary Turkish tea. Service is walk-in, with no reservations taken, and the shop opens daily.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Menu & Prices
59 dishes · mains £6–32- Chips£3.00
- Chips In Pitta£3.90
- Chicken Nugget (8) + Chips£6.90
- Onion Rings£4.50
- Rice£4.00
- Lentil£5.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lamb doner, chicken shish, chicken shawarma and small delivery portions.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention lamb doner, chicken shish, chicken shawarma and small delivery portions.
Customer Review Summary
Lamb Doner comes up again and again as the dish to get, often paired with Chicken Shish and praised for fresh-cut salad and in-house garlic and chilli sauces. Close behind, diners repeatedly mention the chicken shawarma with toasted pita and a complementary Turkish tea, describing generous portions, well-seasoned meat, and a cozy, well-served dine-in setup at fair prices. Delivery orders tell a different story: multiple reviewers ordering the chicken shish and lamb doner and kofte combo via Uber Eats report small portions for the price, one citing four pieces of chicken for close to twenty pounds, another paying nearly six pounds for tzatziki with no salad included and missing cutlery and napkins. One longtime customer says they stopped ordering altogether, feeling delivery drivers no longer handle the food with care. Dine-in visits, by contrast, are described as well-behaved service with clean tables and generous helpings.
Customer Review Summary
Lamb Doner comes up again and again as the dish to get, often paired with Chicken Shish and praised for fresh-cut salad and in-house garlic and chilli sauces. Close behind, diners repeatedly mention the chicken shawarma with toasted pita and a complementary Turkish tea, describing generous portions, well-seasoned meat, and a cozy, well-served dine-in setup at fair prices. Delivery orders tell a different story: multiple reviewers ordering the chicken shish and lamb doner and kofte combo via Uber Eats report small portions for the price, one citing four pieces of chicken for close to twenty pounds, another paying nearly six pounds for tzatziki with no salad included and missing cutlery and napkins. One longtime customer says they stopped ordering altogether, feeling delivery drivers no longer handle the food with care. Dine-in visits, by contrast, are described as well-behaved service with clean tables and generous helpings.
Featured reviews
- Dawood Pathan
“This family-run establishment is the BEST kebab shop in London! My family and I have been coming to Istanbul for 20+ years. All of Istanbul’s food is made fresh to order. Our go to is their delicious Lamb Doner and Chicken Shish, especially with their in-house garlic and chilli sauces (next level!) and freshly-cut salad. Highly recommend. The owners are always welcoming, polite and very hospitable. Very hardworking family. May Allah SWT grant them more success. Ameen”
- anjuma hossain
“Istanbul Kebab & Mangal on Upper Tooting Road is a highly-rated, budget-friendly local favorite that delivers an authentic taste of Turkish grilled cuisine. This casual eatery balances a compact, cozy setup for quick dine-in meals with a highly efficient, bustling takeaway service”
- Devsino Spinelli
“I've been ordering from here for years but had to stop because the delivery app drivers just do not give a damn about your food anymore and the food from this place should be respected. …”
- Syed Akhtar
“Ordered the chicken shish and lamb doner combo via uber eats. Pathetic portion size .. I expected more than 4 little pieces of chicken after paying almost 20 quid. Won’t be ordering again. Also missing cutlery and napkins.”
- Tom P
“My order via uber eats just arrived. tzatziki(£5.99),chicken shish(£14.4) and combination lamb doner & kofte(£14.4) Super expensive for little portion like this with no salads whatsoever. Never ever again. Very Disappointed!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
- Casual
- On-site services available
Show more amenities
- Serves late-night food
- Serves dessert
- Has table service
- Good for solo dining
- Has toilet
- Cosy
- Crowd· 3
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with university students
- Offerings· 2
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Dining options· 2
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
Location
Restaurants near Istanbul Kebab & Mangal
- 0.2 miVegan optionsVegetarian optionsGood for kids
butter chicken, mango lassi, chicken tikka
- Pasha BBQ & Kebab4.61431.6 mi£10–20
homemade chilli sauce, lamb doner kebab, lamb shish and falafel
- Thats It Grill London4.61142.4 mi£10–20Good for kids
peri-peri chicken, hot wings, ribs
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Kebab & MangalGood for kids | 4.4313 | — | £10–20 | lamb doner, chicken shish, chicken shawarma |
| Pakistani Restaurant Tooting - Spice VillageVegan options · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.68,116 | 0.2 mi | — | butter chicken, mango lassi, chicken tikka |
| Pasha BBQ & Kebab | 4.6143 | 1.6 mi | £10–20 | homemade chilli sauce, lamb doner kebab, lamb shish and falafel |
| Thats It Grill LondonGood for kids | 4.6114 | 2.4 mi | £10–20 | peri-peri chicken, hot wings, ribs |
The 3 nearest restaurants by distance. Ratings, hours and review terms come from public business profiles.
