Mevlana Turkish Kitchen | Shirley
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About Mevlana Turkish Kitchen | Shirley
On Shirley High Street in Southampton, Mevlana Turkish Kitchen serves mixed grill platters, Adana kebab, and lamb döner alongside lahmacun and meze options such as lamb liver and borek. Freshly baked Turkish bread comes with salad and homemade dips, and pide is also on the menu. Some visits include complimentary starters and Turkish tea offered on the house before the meal. The mixed grill is prepared with generous portions across its variety of meats. Kunefe and Turkish tea round out the dessert options. Table service is provided by waitering staff, and the restaurant takes walk-ins rather than reservations. The menu runs to four core dishes beyond these staples, keeping the format focused on the grill and mezze range rather than a sprawling list.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Menu & Prices
4 dishes- Turkish Tea
- Mix Grill for 4
- Baklava
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention adana kebab, lamb shish, mixed grill platter and lahmacun.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention adana kebab, lamb shish, mixed grill platter and lahmacun.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the mezze platters and lahmacun, describing the food as delicious and outstanding, with mixed platters and pide also singled out. Staff draw repeated praise for being welcoming and polite, with one server called especially attentive. One diner recalls being served free starters and Turkish tea on the house during a Saturday lunch, and another describes the atmosphere as relaxing with music at a comfortable volume.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the mezze platters and lahmacun, describing the food as delicious and outstanding, with mixed platters and pide also singled out. Staff draw repeated praise for being welcoming and polite, with one server called especially attentive. One diner recalls being served free starters and Turkish tea on the house during a Saturday lunch, and another describes the atmosphere as relaxing with music at a comfortable volume.
Featured reviews
- GULSUM BAYDIN
“Everything was great , we had amazing time , food was delicious specially mezzes . My partner had a mix pide I had all sort of mezzes ( lamb liver / borek / lahmacun ) I really enjoyed everything was so testy . Even my partner said they …”
- Mijan Aayan
“The restaurant has a stylish, modern interior with traditional Turkish touches, making it suitable for casual lunches, family meals and relaxed evening dinners. Diners often praise the warm décor and comfortable seating, while the staff are frequently described as friendly and attentive when the restaurant isn’t overly busy. However, customer experiences have been mixed over the past year. While many guests report excellent service, others have criticised slow service, communication issues and inconsistent hospitality during busy periods. A handful of recent reviews also mention concerns about cleanliness and value for money. Food Review The menu focuses on classic Turkish favourites including: * Mixed Grill Platters * Adana Kebab * Chicken and Lamb Shish * Lamb Döner * Lahmacun (Turkish pizza) * Meze platters * Fresh Turkish bread with dips * Kunefe and Turkish tea The grilled meats receive the highest praise. Customers regularly mention that the lamb shish and Adana kebab are juicy, well-seasoned and cooked over charcoal, giving them an authentic smoky flavour. The mixed grill is particularly popular thanks to its generous portions and variety. Freshly baked Turkish bread is another highlight, often served alongside salad and homemade dips. Desserts such as kunefe and Turkish milkshakes are also well regarded. On the downside, some diners have reported inconsistent quality, particularly with the döner and sauté dishes, describing them as oily, under-seasoned or not representative of traditional Turkish cuisine. Several recent reviews also felt the prices were slightly high compared with similar restaurants.”
- Natalia Marszał
“We had late lunch there on Saturday. Server was very kind. Served us free starters (lovely) and turkish tea on house. Very nice! …”
- HBoss HBoss
“Lovely authentic Turkish food. Great service from all the staff especially Eda who was waitering our table. She was welcoming, polite and served us with a smile. Highly recommend if you are looking for tasty food and mix platters. 10/10.”
- Mus K
“Exceptional service. Wonderful waiting staff, very warm very professional, the whole team was very welcoming & approachable. The food (I had lahmacun & Ali nazik) was outstanding. The music was great and played at a decent level volume wise. The atmosphere was relaxing. Highly recommend 🙌🌹 …”
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mevlana Turkish Kitchen | Shirley | 4.3968 | — | — | adana kebab, lamb shish, mixed grill platter |
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