Burj views
Outdoor seating can give you a clear view of the Burj Khalifa, plaza and fountain shows.
Bosporus Turkish Cuisine - The Dubai Mall
Downtown Dubai
Bosporus Turkish Cuisine is a Turkish restaurant in Downtown Dubai, at The Dubai Mall, with indoor and outdoor seating. Reviews highlight generous mixed grills, fresh mezze and Turkish dishes, plus terrace views of the Burj Khalifa and fountain area.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
16,160 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Generous portions
Several reviews describe the meat dishes and platters as generous, making them practical for sharing.
Fresh mezze
The mezze dips are repeatedly praised for being fresh, tasty and served in generous amounts.
Quick service
One review specifically notes that the food arrived quickly, useful when fitting dinner around a Dubai Mall visit.
Celebrations
A birthday visit included a cake, candle and staff singing, turning a simple meal into a more memorable occasion.
Warm bread
The complimentary bread is served hot and puffy, a small but distinctive part of the meal.
What to Eat at Bosporus Turkish Cuisine - The Dubai Mall How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Bosporus Turkish Cuisine - The Dubai Mall, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Bosporus Turkish Cuisine - The Dubai Mall got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Adana kebab Net +1
“Adana kebab was a little bit spicy, but it is Adana and it should be then!”
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“Adana kebab was a little bit spicy, but it is Adana and it should be then!”January 2026
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Baklava ice cream Net +1
“Baklava ice cream is amazing”
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“Baklava ice cream is amazing”July 2026
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Beyti kebab Net +1
“Beyti kebab was delicious, but kebab inside the bread was less than what I expected. The taste and also garnishing of the food were amazing.”
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“Beyti kebab was delicious, but kebab inside the bread was less than what I expected. The taste and also garnishing of the food were amazing.”January 2026
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Brunch set Net +1
“Love the ambiance in Dubai mall branch! especially the food. We had the brunch set and everything was amazing. Kudos to Ms. Julie who assisted us and their staff are all amazing. We will definitely come back!”
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“Love the ambiance in Dubai mall branch! especially the food. We had the brunch set and everything was amazing. Kudos to Ms. Julie who assisted us and their staff are all amazing. We will definitely come back!”June 2026
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Chicken platter Net +1
“My spouse and I chose this restaurant for dinner and ordered the chicken platter and the meat platter. The taste of the food and the portion sizes were satisfying; I commend the kitchen staff for this.”
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“My spouse and I chose this restaurant for dinner and ordered the chicken platter and the meat platter. The taste of the food and the portion sizes were satisfying; I commend the kitchen staff for this.”July 2026
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Cold mixed samples Net +1
“Min was fantastic! Great food recommendations, had the cold, hot and grilled mixed samples. All excellent. At the end, had a dessert that came with a show! Highly recommend.”
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“Min was fantastic! Great food recommendations, had the cold, hot and grilled mixed samples. All excellent. At the end, had a dessert that came with a show! Highly recommend.”July 2026
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Cold tasting platter Net +1
“It had amazing (and good value!) Turkish food with delicious and generous servings of dips and bread in their cold tasting platter.”
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“It had amazing (and good value!) Turkish food with delicious and generous servings of dips and bread in their cold tasting platter.”January 2026
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Family mixed grill Net +1
“Food was excellent—we had the family mixed grill, mixed appetiser, and the Bosporus signature salad, all really well done.”
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“Food was excellent—we had the family mixed grill, mixed appetiser, and the Bosporus signature salad, all really well done.”April 2026
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Fig and halloumi salad Net +1
“The atmosphere and service is really nice. In fodd, Pide was good. Muhammara was a bit grainy and bland. We were late and shwarama was finished. Fig and halloumi salad is worth a try. Overall worth trying once”
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“The atmosphere and service is really nice. In fodd, Pide was good. Muhammara was a bit grainy and bland. We were late and shwarama was finished. Fig and halloumi salad is worth a try. Overall worth trying once”December 2025
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Grilled mixed samples Net +1
“Min was fantastic! Great food recommendations, had the cold, hot and grilled mixed samples. All excellent. At the end, had a dessert that came with a show! Highly recommend.”
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“Min was fantastic! Great food recommendations, had the cold, hot and grilled mixed samples. All excellent. At the end, had a dessert that came with a show! Highly recommend.”July 2026
Honorable mentions (7)
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Grilled sea bass Net +1
“The grilled sea bass was very delicious.”
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“The grilled sea bass was very delicious.”June 2026
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Hot mixed samples Net +1
“Min was fantastic! Great food recommendations, had the cold, hot and grilled mixed samples. All excellent. At the end, had a dessert that came with a show! Highly recommend.”
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“Min was fantastic! Great food recommendations, had the cold, hot and grilled mixed samples. All excellent. At the end, had a dessert that came with a show! Highly recommend.”July 2026
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Meat platter Net +1
“My spouse and I chose this restaurant for dinner and ordered the chicken platter and the meat platter. The taste of the food and the portion sizes were satisfying; I commend the kitchen staff for this.”
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“My spouse and I chose this restaurant for dinner and ordered the chicken platter and the meat platter. The taste of the food and the portion sizes were satisfying; I commend the kitchen staff for this.”July 2026
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Mezze dip Net +1
“On top of that the food is incredible. The mezze dip are a must. Super fresh, tasty and generous amounts.”
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“On top of that the food is incredible. The mezze dip are a must. Super fresh, tasty and generous amounts.”November 2025
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Mixed appetiser Net +1
“Food was excellent—we had the family mixed grill, mixed appetiser, and the Bosporus signature salad, all really well done.”
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“Food was excellent—we had the family mixed grill, mixed appetiser, and the Bosporus signature salad, all really well done.”April 2026
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Ottoman breakfast Net +1
“We had Ottoman breakfast and there were lots of varieties. All dishes were delicious .”
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“We had Ottoman breakfast and there were lots of varieties. All dishes were delicious .”December 2025
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Pide Net +1
“The atmosphere and service is really nice. In fodd, Pide was good. Muhammara was a bit grainy and bland. We were late and shwarama was finished. Fig and halloumi salad is worth a try. Overall worth trying once”
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“The atmosphere and service is really nice. In fodd, Pide was good. Muhammara was a bit grainy and bland. We were late and shwarama was finished. Fig and halloumi salad is worth a try. Overall worth trying once”December 2025
What to Avoid (1)
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Muhammara Net −1
“The atmosphere and service is really nice. In fodd, Pide was good. Muhammara was a bit grainy and bland. We were late and shwarama was finished. Fig and halloumi salad is worth a try. Overall worth trying once”
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Critical review excerpts
“The atmosphere and service is really nice. In fodd, Pide was good. Muhammara was a bit grainy and bland. We were late and shwarama was finished. Fig and halloumi salad is worth a try. Overall worth trying once”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose outdoors. Ask for outdoor seating if the Burj Khalifa view is a priority; the terrace is specifically praised for it.
Share mezze. The mezze dips are worth ordering for the table, with reviews noting fresh flavours and generous portions.
Expect spice. Adana kebab is intentionally a little spicy, so keep that in mind when choosing your kebab.
Avoid late visits. If you specifically want shawarma, do not leave your visit too late: one diner found it sold out.
Plan conversation. The setting can be peaceful enough to chat, but ask for fewer check-ins if uninterrupted conversation matters to you.
Plan the visit
Practical details
The Dubai Mall Waterfront Entrance - 115 B
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Frequent interruptions
One couple found repeated check-ins and clearing of plates and napkins intrusive while they were trying to talk.
Inconsistent service
A review found the service acceptable but said it still had room for improvement.
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The Bottom Line
Bosporus Turkish Cuisine at The Dubai Mall is a useful stop in Downtown Dubai when you want a substantial Turkish meal with a view. The menu experiences mentioned in reviews include family mixed grill, mixed appetisers, generous mezze dips, Ottoman breakfast and grilled dishes. The outdoor terrace is the draw for many diners, with views toward the Burj Khalifa, plaza and fountain shows.
Food is generally described as fresh, flavourful and authentically prepared. Meat is a recurring strength, while the complimentary bread arrives hot and puffy. The baklava ice cream gets a specific shout-out, and one review mentions theatrical dessert presentation, so leave room after the main course.
Portions are often large enough to share, and a brunch set is also mentioned. Service is overwhelmingly described as warm and attentive, with several reviews praising how staff handled birthdays and special occasions. There is one worthwhile caution: a couple felt repeated table checks and clearing of small items interrupted their conversation.
If you want shawarma, avoid arriving late, as one review says it had already sold out. For a quieter meal, the outdoor setting may work well, though views and atmosphere can vary by table.