Anatolia Turkish Mez Bar & Restaurant

4.7 ( 267 reviews )
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£20–40
1 Abbey St, Carlisle CA3 8TX, United Kingdom
+44 1228 402440

Anatolia Turkish Mez Bar & Restaurant, located in the heart of Carlisle, is a gem that deserves more attention. Patrons rave about the authentic Turkish dishes, with many highlighting the generous portion sizes and vibrant flavors. Vegetarian options abound, ensuring everyone can indulge. Rhiannon Surtees, for instance, appreciated the variety available for herbivores, while Dan Dan marveled at the savory dishes that left him delightfully full.

The ambiance is equally commendable; the warm and welcoming staff treat diners like royalty, as firsthand accounts from customers like Stevie Vevers and Karen Henderson attest. The attention to detail, especially with complimentary birthday surprises, adds a personal touch that is often scarce in dining experiences today.

Food presentation is noteworthy, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to quality and aesthetics. Reviews consistently mention the delightful hot meze and mixed kebab, with the latter packing a spicy kick. While minor critiques about noise have surfaced, they pale in comparison to the overwhelmingly positive sentiments. Anatolia truly excels as a dining destination, promising that a visit here will leave you with lasting memories. A must-visit spot for anyone who appreciates good food and service!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves halal food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Anatolia Turkish Mez Bar & Restaurant

Rhiannon Surtees
Jul 1,2025
My husband and I had a lovely meal here a few weeks ago! Very underrated restaurant in Carlisle. I'm vegetarian and didn't struggle for options. Fairly reasonable prices, we will return
Stevie Vevers
Jun 8,2025
First time visit after hearing great reviews from friends have to say friendly staff great you on entry escort you to your table, then you are treated like royalty. Had the hot meze for starter wife had garlic mushrooms then for main I had mixed kebab ( chilli sauce is hot ) bare this in mind. Wife had ..can't remember. First class service additional birthday platter I never asked for I only mentioned the booking was for my wife's birthday...which restaurant do you know that does that free and gives you free shots. Stevie & Marie
Dan Dan
Jun 4,2025
Last minute booking for a meal here & they were really helpful in fitting us in. The food was delicious, full of flavour & we struggled to finish the whole plate as there was so much. The service was pretty quick, polite & friendly, all at a reasonable price too. We would definitely visit again if we're in the area. The only gripe I would say was the sound of the waitress boots marching up & down as she served other guests, it sounded like a full on march was taking place each time she passed, maybe something a little softer under foot may be more appropriate for the ears.
Karen Henderson
May 29,2025
Our friend booked table of four 15/02/25 and WOW The food was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, the Love, Care, Freshness and Detail to presentation Outstanding! Not to mention the portion sizes! They are a lot bigger then what you expect! I wish I had took photos! The photos the restaurant show are accurate , but be Warned the portion sizes are Big Believe me when I say I Highly Recommend this restaurant! The Food out of this world The Staff so so Friendly The Restaurant Beautiful inside I Cannot Recommend this Restaurant enough!! Carlisle Needs More Restaurants like this Highly Recommend this restaurant
Denise Vinton
Apr 26,2025
Fantastic restaurant, authentic food. Tables are not close together. Portions are large but amazing. Staff extremely pleasant and attentive. Will definitely return 100% recommend
Katie Fisher
Apr 10,2025
Lovely lunchtime meal, 2 of us shared the starter of mix mezi dish all vegetarian, and very tasty. Mains of lamb kebab and vegetarian moussaka which was delicious, the portions were huge. Definitely a restaurant to recommend and will for sure be back.
Ann Marie Allan
Apr 8,2025
Food was amazing, I had calamari and it was fantastic! I would say it was some of the best calamari I've had in Carlisle. The baclava was perfect! The cocktails were delicious especially the passion fruit martini. The waitstaff were attentive and friendly. It was very competitive price wise and the restaurant itself is lovely. Well worth a visit.
Wenyi Lee Stones
Apr 3,2025
We had a really nice lunch there and really enjoyed it. We ordered Sucuk and Saiara Boregi for starters and Chicken Kebab and Minced lamb Pide for mains, which were very tasty. I especially liked their homemade chilli and garlic sauces which were very delicious. The staff were also very friendly and helpful.

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