Best Eastern European Restaurant Tucson Near Me

4worldlovers: Istabul is Tucson’s Best Authentic Turkish & Mediterranean restaurant. The great food, excellent service, and pleasant atmosphere make Istanbul a restaurant you don’t want to miss!

Istanbul prides itself in offering a full menu complete with appetizers, mediterranean soups, fresh salads, pita sandwiches, grilled wraps, kebab plates, mediterranean seafood, vegetarian plates, and delectable desserts. You’ll want to stop in for a taste! Most of the items are made in-house, from scratch, with fresh ingredients. But the Turkish food is only part of the story. A warm cup of Turkish coffee, hot tea, or an iced cold beverage will complement your meal. Istanbul even offers a full bar with a variety of beers, wines, and mixed drinks to choose from.

Our staff treats every customer like family, and we ensure that all guests – from vegetarians to meat lovers – will find something to love at Istanbul.

Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a family gathering for dinner, a warm cup of reviving traditional Turkish coffee or a mouth watering Turkish dessert, Istanbul has something for you! Istanbul is known for their fresh ingredients and variety of recipes that were influenced by Turkey, Afghanistan, and Persia.

At Istanbul, we use only the finest ingredients including virgin olive oil and the best halal meats, all in an effort to bring the classic taste of the Mediterranean Turkish Cuisine to your table.

We bring you the same wonderful experiences we grew up on: from our warm Turkish hospitality; to the authentic aromas in our kitchen; to our flavorful, handmade recipes passed down for generations.

Döner is meat seasoned with spices, grilled to perfection on a vertically rotating spit, and thinly sliced into tender pieces. The technique originates in Turkey—döner means turning or rotating in Turkish—and it has become popular all over the world.

Now this delectable dish is available right here in Tucson, Arizona at Istanbul Mediterranean Cuisine & Bar. Master Chef Kamran Esar and his family bring fresh, tender, chicken doner seasoned to perfection right to your table.

Istanbul’s Turkish chefs combine authentic tastes with unique concepts inspired by the regional traditions in Turkish cuisine to bring the best of Turkish cuisine to the table for all of Tucson. Here are a few dishes recommended by our amazing chefs. For a dining experience you are sure to revisit often, come taste for yourself the delicious Turkish and Mediterranean food Istanbul has to offer.

Try our delicious rotisserie chicken and tzatziki sauce specially prepared with fresh ingredients by our chef.

Try our traditional rice mixed with raisins, carrots, and any choice of kebab, served with rice, green beans and a salad

Try our mouth-watering marinated beef or lamb with lemon pepper, garlic, and side of Tzatziki sauce

Unforgettable food, unmatched service and genuine Turkish hospitality in a modern ambiance make Istanbul a prime location for your next work or family gathering. Whether you’re seeking a romantic night out, a feast with your family, or even just a quick cocktail and appetizer after work, Istanbul is sure to exceed your every expectation.

4worldlovers: Welcome to Opa’s Best! We take pride in providing consistently delicious food and family-friendly service. We are a family owned and operated restaurant serving traditional Greek cuisine in Tucson, Arizona.

Chef-owner Qais Papoutsis and his brother Chef Nawid Esar invite you to enjoy our tasty house-made baklava, slow-roasted lamb, souvlaki, and grilled burgers.

4worldlovers: It's 5 o'clock somewhere and from 3-5pm we celebrate that with half off bar snacks in the bar and drink specials throughout the whole restaurant!​

We also like to end on a high note, so each evening from 8:00 to 9:00pm we offer a reverse Happy Hour!

Join us in our dining room, or dine al fresco on our expansive patio. Fabulous Food, Creative Cocktails & Craft Beer all in a "gezellig" atmosphere. Reservations are recommended for our dining room, the bar is always first come, first served.

Let Chef Marcus & team create a 5 or 7 course menu specifically for you, as you watch our culinary team work. Be ready for an unparalleled epicurean experience. The ever-changing menu is crafted to highlight seasonality and the chefs' culinary creativity.

Available for parties of 2-8, limited to one reservation per evening, please book at least 5 days in advance.

Reservations are highly recommended for dining. Bar is first come, first served.

Specific table requests will be honored when possible, but can not be guaranteed.

We love to celebrate special events! Please note that if you choose to bring in an outside dessert, it must come from a licensed bakery - unfortunately we can not allow homemade goods. We have a cake cutting fee of $3.50 per person, or our kitchen is happy to work with you to create a dessert option for your group!

For Marcus and Nicole van Winden The Dutch is destiny. They wanted to create a gezellig space serving fabulous food, refreshing drinks and offering guests exceptional service. Beyond that they wanted to do it in a way and a place that really means something to them.

Marcus was born and raised in Holland where he attended an elite culinary school under European Master Chefs and worked at some of the country’s finest Michelin Star restaurants. After several years he felt the urge to wander and set sail on Holland America Cruise Line as the Fine Dining Chef.

Nicole is a Native of Tucson and a Wildcat through and through. After attending the University she also felt the call of the wide open ocean and spent several years on Norwegian Cruise Line before taking on the role of Assistant Cruise Director & Event Planner on Holland America Cruise Line.

So the Chef from Holland met the Wildcat from Arizona and, as they say, the rest was history. They got married and had kids and after several years found themselves running The Holland Hotel in Alpine, Texas. After their stint in Far West Texas they decided it was time to move back home and strike out on their own.

Continuing with their apparent life theme, Marcus and Nicole found a great space in Tucson and named it The Dutch. We can't wait to welcome you!

Join us for a quick drink or the entire evening! We are dedicated to treating every guest like family, and seeing them leave happier than when they arrived. We strive to build a stronger sense of community in this amazing city through delicious food & drink, unwavering hospitality, and sincere connection. Come and join us for your daily dose of gezelligheid and experience this untranslatable word.