Turquoise

4.6

1227 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 16 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for groups

Turquoise Restaurant was established in 2002 in Roscoe Village. We became known for our wide selection of Turkish-inspired Mediterranean dishes and drinks. Nestled in the middle of Roscoe Village, Turquoise Restaurant takes pride in being a part of such a culturally diverse neighborhood.
While Turquoise Restaurant continues to showcase it’s inspiring and sophisticated Turkish dishes, Chef Ezgi Bozdas adds personalized touches to the service and customer care to ensure that Turquoise Restaurant captures the essence and expectations of today's diners.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish, Italian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 549-3523
Website
http://www.turquoisedining.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chef Ezgi Bozdas
Catering
Catering options are available. Call The restaurant for more information.
Private party facilities
Private events available. Call restaurant for more information.

Location
2147 W Roscoe, Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood
Roscoe Village
Cross street
No street Meter or Permit required. free parking
Parking details
Free Street Parking, No meter or permit on the street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Turkish Feta Salad$16.00
Romaine heart, tomato, cucumber, red onion, scallion, parsley, feta cheese & lemon vinaigrette dressing
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
Turquoise Salad$15.00
Arugula, candied walnut, citrus marinated fennel, poached pear, asiago cheese & pomegranate reduction
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
Shepherd Salad$15.00
Tomato, cucumber, red onion, scallion, parsley & lemon vinaigrette dressing
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
- Dressing$0.00
Beet Quinoa Salad$17.00
Roasted beet, quinoa, goat cheese, roasted almond & champagne reduction
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
- Dressing$0.00
- Chicken kebab$15.00
- Shrimp$12.00
- Scallop$24.00
- Adana Kebab$14.00
- Falafel$9.00

Hot Appetizers

Grilled Calamari$17.00
Served on arugula, cherry tomato, red onion, radish, caper, roasted potato & tartar sauce
Fried Calamari$17.00
Lightly battered served with cocktail sauce & lemon wedge
Mucver - Zucchini Fritters$13.00
Fried zucchini, carrot, garden herbs, feta cheese served with tzatziki sauce
Su Borek (Turkish Lasagna)$15.00
Homemade layered dough filled with feta cheese & dill
Falafel$13.00
Deep fried falafel balls made from ground chickpeas, garden herbs and spices

Cold Appetizers

Confit Garlic Hummus$9.00
Garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon, evoo served with celery, carrot & chips
Eggplant Salad (Patlican Salatasi)$11.00
Smoked eggplant, garlic, tomato, roasted bellpepper, garden herbs
Harissa - Acuka$9.00
Smoked red bellpepper, sun-dried tomato, walnut & evoo
Mezze Platter$37.00
Hummus, eggplant salad, acuka, zucchini fritters, borek & falafel
Carrot dip$9.00

Kebabs

Beef Kebab$31.00
Seasoned and grilled beef tenderloin served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Adana Kebab$29.00
Two skewers of red pepper seasoned ground lamb served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
Chicken Kebab$25.00
Marinated amish chicken breast served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
Turquoise Mix Grill Kebab$35.00
Chicken & beef kebab, grilled salmon, sea scallop, shrimps served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Meat Coma$148.00
A large plate for 4 people // Beef & chicken & adana kebab, kofta, lamb chop served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00

Mediterranean Dishes

Lamb Chops$42.00
Served with mashed potato and grilled asparagus
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Colorado Lamb Shank$42.00
Slow roasted & braised lamb shank over vegetable risotto
Ossobuco alla Milanese$37.00
Slow roasted & braised veal shank over creamy polenta, parmesan gremolota
Lemon Chicken$25.00
Chicken breast medallion, lemon butter sauce, caper, cherry tomato, basil over sauteed spinach & roasted potato
Risotto del Presidente$31.00
Arborio, shrimp, scallop, shiitake, porcini mushroom, sun-dried tomato, basil, cream, butter & parmesan cheese
Seafood Tagliatelle Pasta$31.00
Tagliatelle pasta with chef special's house sauce, shrimp & scallop
Salmon a la Pomodoro Romano$31.00
Scottish wild salmon served over gnocchi, cherry tomato, butter sauce & parmesan cheese
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Mediterranean Branzino$37.00
Pan seared mediterranean fillet branzino served with any side dishes
- Brussels Sprout$0.00
- Sauteed Spinach$0.00
- Jasmine Rice$0.00
- Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Asparagus$0.00
- Mixed Vegetables$0.00
- Steamed Broccoli$0.00
- House Salad$0.00
Sultan's Delight (Hunkar Begendi)$29.00
Slow roasted & braised lamb shank chunk served over smoked mozzarella eggplant puree
Manti$25.00
Grandma's dumpling stuffed with ground beef served with yogurt, tomato sauce, chili pepper & mint
Mussels$23.00
Mussels steamed in white wine, cream, cherry tomatoes, garlic, garden herbs

Vegetarian Dishes

Imam Bayildi (Priest Fainted) with rice$25.00
Roasted baby eggplant stuffed with red & green bell pepper, onion, tomato, garlic served with rice
Risotto Funghi$26.00
Arboria, shiitake, porchini mushroom, sun-dried tomato, basil, cream, butter & parmesan cheese
Turkish Delight$21.00
Confit garlic hummus served with mixed vegetables and dried fruits

Kids Menu

Penne Pasta$16.00
- Marinara Sauce$0.00
- Butter and Cheese$0.00
Chicken Tender & fries$18.00

Side Dishes

Rice Pilaf$7.00
Steamed Broccoli$9.00
French Fries$8.00
Organic Mixed Vegetables$11.00
Brussel Sprouts$11.00
Mashed Potato$8.00
Sauteed Spinach$9.00
Asparagus$11.00

Artisan Cheeses

Artisan Cheeses$18.00
Chef's choice of cheeses below, homemade jam and wafflecracker, grapes and nut.

Charcuterie

Assorted Sliced Meats & Variety Antipasto charcuterie$17.00
--Assorted sliced meats: garnished with house-made pickle and roasted olives. --Variety Antipasto: Made with the finest prosciutto, Italian dry salami and dry coppa.

Pide (House Made Flatbread)

Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)$15.00
crispy thin flat dough | ground lamb | special spices | arugula | tomato | lemon
Potatoes, shishito pepper & cheese flat bread$21.00
Cheese flat bread$19.00
Cheese & Eggs flat bread$21.00
Spinach, caramelized onion, mushroom & Mozzarella Cheese flat bread$24.00
Cheese & Beef Chorizo flat bread$25.00
Chicken & cheese flat bread$25.00
Cured Beef Pastrami & cheese flat bread$25.00
Diced Lamb flat bread$26.00
Diced Lamb | Mozzarella flat bread$27.00

Small Plates

Flaming Saganaki Cheese$16.00
Flambe tableside Kasseri cheese with pepper jelly
Cigar Spring Rolls$14.00
Feta cheese with parsley
Whipped Greek Feta Cheese & Roasted Olives$16.00
Truffle Honey
Braised Lemon Artichoke Bottoms$18.00
Carrots, peas & potatoes
Stuffed Aubergine$18.00
Roasted sweet bell pepper, onion, tomatoes & provolone
Seared Sea Scallops$32.00
Pass puree
Grilled Baby Octopus$18.00
Fennel, radish, tomatoes wedges, lemon vinaigrette

Extras

Loaf of Bread$6.00
1 whole loaf bread
Hot Sauce$2.00
Tzatziki Sauce$2.50
Substitution$4.00

Dessert

Baklava$13.00
Homemade flakey dough, filled with pistachios
Kazandibi$13.00
Traditional Turkish custard, vanilla, served with a raspberry compote and confectioners sugar
Creme Brule$13.00
Dessert of the day$13.00
Tiramisu$13.00

What 1,227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
Mediterranean
Chicago
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Turquoise offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding" Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine. Guests consistently praise the "fantastic" food, including must-try dishes like Hunkar Begendi and baklava. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, complemented by attentive service. From brunch to dinner celebrations, Turquoise is a "highly recommended" culinary destination.

1,227 Reviews

A
Anne
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my 5th visit to Turquoise, and it measured up with all my previous visits, and it was also enjoyed by my two friends who had never been there before. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was pleasant, not noisy, and the temperature of the room was perfect. The service was really excellent, we did not wait for anything, and I changed my one order and they were very kind in doing that. My one observation was the attentiveness of the servers was too quick at times with, for instance, my coffee was removed before I was finished. The baklava is excellent. I highly recommend Turquoise Cafe.
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Marie
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quick service able to allow my food changes Good recommendations Will return
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Frank
Richmond
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I'm grateful to have found a restaurant open on Christmas Eve, but the overall experience was mediocre. Nothing was 'bad' per se . . . . more of a 'meh'. I most likely wouldn't go back.
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Dan
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve had Mediterranean food at many different restaurants but this was one of the best. The Lahmacun (Turkish pizza) was delicious as well as the Bronzino and risotto. The entire wait staff was extremely friendly to everyone who was there to dine in or pick up carry out. Highly recommend.
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Tom
Orlando
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service. We started with flaming saganaki then Kafta kabob and seafood pasta. Ended the meal with baklavas Highly recommend this place!
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Max
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Gracious staff and delicious food. I have been to Turquoise many times and never been disappointed.
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Michele
VIP
Naples
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service and food! Live piano player was a bonus! We will return!
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mary
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was welcoming, efficient and worked well together. Environment is lovely and the food was delicious with generous portions. A great place for a holiday celebration!
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Bedran
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was AMAZING and service was great. Definitely recommend!
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Basak
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic dining experience! The Mediterranean flavors were authentic and vibrant, with dishes like the grilled octopus and lamb kofta stealing the show. The service was attentive, and the ambiance perfectly complemented the cuisine. Highly recommend for a flavorful and memorable meal!
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FAQs

Turquoise offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Turquoise also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 549-3523.

Turquoise is rated 4.6 stars by 1227 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2147 W Roscoe, Chicago, IL 60618

Additional information

Cross street
No street Meter or Permit required. free parking
Neighborhood
Roscoe Village
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Free Street Parking, No meter or permit on the street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Ezgi Bozdas
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.turquoisedining.com/
Phone number
(773) 549-3523
Catering
Catering options are available. Call The restaurant for more information.
Private party facilities
Private events available. Call restaurant for more information.

Turquoise

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Soup

Classic Turkish Lentil Soup$11.00

French Onion Soup$11.00

Salads

Turkish Feta Salad$16.00

Turquoise Salad$15.00

Shepherd Salad$15.00

Beet Quinoa Salad$17.00

Hot Appetizers

Grilled Calamari$17.00

Fried Calamari$17.00

Mucver - Zucchini Fritters$13.00

Su Borek (Turkish Lasagna)$15.00

Falafel$13.00

Cold Appetizers

Confit Garlic Hummus$9.00

Eggplant Salad (Patlican Salatasi)$11.00

Harissa - Acuka$9.00

Mezze Platter$37.00

Carrot dip$9.00

Kebabs

Beef Kebab$31.00

Adana Kebab$29.00

Chicken Kebab$25.00

Turquoise Mix Grill Kebab$35.00

Meat Coma$148.00

Mediterranean Dishes

Lamb Chops$42.00

Colorado Lamb Shank$42.00

Ossobuco alla Milanese$37.00

Lemon Chicken$25.00

Risotto del Presidente$31.00

Seafood Tagliatelle Pasta$31.00

Salmon a la Pomodoro Romano$31.00

Mediterranean Branzino$37.00

Sultan's Delight (Hunkar Begendi)$29.00

Manti$25.00

Mussels$23.00

Vegetarian Dishes

Imam Bayildi (Priest Fainted) with rice$25.00

Risotto Funghi$26.00

Turkish Delight$21.00

Kids Menu

Penne Pasta$16.00

Chicken Tender & fries$18.00

Side Dishes

Rice Pilaf$7.00

Steamed Broccoli$9.00

French Fries$8.00

Organic Mixed Vegetables$11.00

Brussel Sprouts$11.00

Mashed Potato$8.00

Sauteed Spinach$9.00

Asparagus$11.00

Artisan Cheeses

Artisan Cheeses$18.00

Charcuterie

Assorted Sliced Meats & Variety Antipasto charcuterie$17.00

Pide (House Made Flatbread)

Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)$15.00

Potatoes, shishito pepper & cheese flat bread$21.00

Cheese flat bread$19.00

Cheese & Eggs flat bread$21.00

Spinach, caramelized onion, mushroom & Mozzarella Cheese flat bread$24.00

Cheese & Beef Chorizo flat bread$25.00

Chicken & cheese flat bread$25.00

Cured Beef Pastrami & cheese flat bread$25.00

Diced Lamb flat bread$26.00

Diced Lamb | Mozzarella flat bread$27.00

Small Plates

Flaming Saganaki Cheese$16.00

Cigar Spring Rolls$14.00

Whipped Greek Feta Cheese & Roasted Olives$16.00

Braised Lemon Artichoke Bottoms$18.00

Stuffed Aubergine$18.00

Seared Sea Scallops$32.00