Embark on a gastronomic voyage through the Mediterranean at our London restaurant. Our menu features the finest lamb and chicken shish, expertly grilled to perfection. Explore a plethora of traditional mezes, brimming with authentic flavours, and savour our soul-soothing casseroles that transport you to the heart of Mediterranean gastronomy.
London’s Mediterranean gem: Where tradition Meets modern culinary bliss
London’s culinary scene has been enriched by a wave of talented Turkish chefs. Their expertise infuses traditional Turkish flavours with innovative twists, creating a vibrant fusion of culinary excellence in our restaurant.
10oz Scottish Sirloin Steak
FINE DINING EXPERIENCE IN A SOCIAL ATMOSPHERE
AUTHENTIC SOCIAL DINING EXPERIENCE
The Iskele is a renowned Mediterranean restaurant located in London. Known for its authentic Mediterranean cuisine, it offers a diverse menu featuring dishes like kebabs, mezes, seafood, and more. The restaurant’s warm and inviting ambience, along with its commitment to using quality ingredients, makes it a popular choice among diners seeking an authentic Mediterranean dining experience in the heart of London. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner or a gathering with friends and family, The Iskele provides a delightful setting to enjoy the rich flavours of the Mediterranean.
What critics are saying about us
TIME OUT
A spacious ‘Meditteranean’ restaurant with standard Turkish dishes.
Whitecross Street has become a destination for street food on Thursday and Friday lunchtimes, with stalls selling hog roast sandwiches, burritos, falafel wraps, jerk chicken and more. But in wintry weather, the indoor seating of the market street’s cafés beckons. The Iskele is one of them, a ‘Mediterranean’ restaurant on a spacious site with coloured glass pendant lanterns and other knick-knacks that give it an Anatolian feel.
The menu is mostly Turkish, as this is what they do best, and meze can be ordered individually or as sharing platters. The wine list is short but of unusually high quality for a place of this kind.
TRIP ADVISOR
Amazing food, and service.
We stumbled upon the Iskele as we were staying nearby in an Airbnb. We wanted some food and it was getting a little late in the evening. We walked by a few spots and walked up to The Iskele and asked if they were still serving food, with a happy greeting, and a quick “Yes, let me check with the kitchen to see what they can still serve.” As our waitress/host sat us, she came back out and provided great news from the kitchen.
We truly loved this place and did something we don’t tend to do on a vacation.. went back for another meal. It might be the ambience, the food or the service alone that made us want to return. The food was top-notch quality and a variety of options to pick from. We even had the opportunity to try some new dishes and Turkish-style cocktails. Zeyna provided great service and made us feel like we were visiting a restaurant as a local. She provided recommendations and did so based on what she enjoyed or thought we should try. Oktay was also fantastic. I’d highly recommend making the trip to The Iskele and enjoying some food, and maybe even some Yeni Raki.
Main Courses
Grilled marinated cubes of chicken served with rice and salad
Grilled seasoned lamb patties served with rice and salad
Layers of aubergine, ground beef, courgettes, potatoes and béchamel sauce served with salad
2 Fillets of Sea Bass. Served with mashed potato and stir-fried vegetables
Desserts
Shredded pastry with cream filling topped with pistachio and honey syrup
Filo pastry, pistachio and honey syrup
Coffee soaked savoiardi biscuits with real mascarpone cream, with cocoa powder
Shredded pastry, fresh unsalted white cheese with honey syrup on the side