Turkish Kitchen Meze & Grill – Turkish Restaurant in Durham

Opening hours

Opening hours of Turkish Kitchen Meze & Grill, Monday to Sunday
Monday Today	12:00–22:00
Tuesday	12:00–22:00
Wednesday	12:00–22:00
Thursday	12:00–22:00
Friday	12:00–22:00
Saturday	12:00–22:00
Sunday	12:00–21:00

Times shown in UK time. Opening hours can change on bank holidays and during the festive period.

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An estimate for a typical Saturday, based on usual demand at restaurants of this type and this venue's opening hours. It is not based on live visitor data.

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Price level: ££ (moderately priced)

Cold Starters

CacikA cool, refreshing blend of creamy yoghurt, cucumber, fresh mint, and a drizzle of olive oil.£7.50
HummusSilky chickpea purée whipped with tahini, garlic, cumin, and olive oil — a Middle Eastern classic.£7.50
ShakshoukaGolden-fried aubergine, mixed with peppers, tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and rich olive oil.£7.50
Beetroot TaratorSweet roasted beetroot folded into creamy garlic yoghurt, spinach and tahini.£7.50
Baba GanoushSmoky roasted aubergine blended with red peppers, yoghurt, lemon, and olive oil.£7.50
EzmeFinely chopped tomatoes, onions, and parsley tossed in a lemon and olive oil dressing.£7.50
AtomFire-roasted aubergine mixed with yoghurt, topped with chilli in sizzling butter.£7.50

Hot Starters

HalloumiPerfectly grilled halloumi served warm over crisp salad.£8.50
Sigara BörekCrispy filo pastry rolls filled with creamy feta and spinach — golden and irresistible.£7.95
Kıymalı BörekCrisp filo pastry stuffed with savoury minced meat, herbs, and parsley.£8.50
Halloumi KavurmaPan-seared sucuk and halloumi over velvety hummus — rich and flavour-packed.£8.95
MusselsFresh mussels cooked in your choice of spicy tomato or creamy garlic sauce.£8.50
Pan-Fried SardinesSardines sizzled in white wine and garlic butter, served with salad.£8.50
Spicy Sausage (Sucuk)Turkish-style beef sausage grilled to perfection.£7.50
Falafel StarterLight and crunchy chickpea patties served with smooth hummus.£7.50
King PrawnsJuicy prawns sautéed in your choice of spicy tomato or creamy garlic sauce.£9.95
Garlic MushroomsMushrooms pan-fried in rich garlic butter.£8.50
WhitebaitCrispy whitebait with tangy tartare sauce.£7.50
CalamariTender squid fried to golden perfection, served with tartar sauce.£8.50

Meze Sharer

Grill

Urfa KebabSpicy minced lamb mixed with herbs and chilli, grilled on a skewer for full flavour.£18.95
Lamb KöfteJuicy minced lamb with herbs and onion, grilled.£18.95
Chicken KöfteTender minced chicken seasoned with garlic and parsley, grilled to perfection.£18.50
Mixed KöfteA delicious duo of lamb and chicken köfte.£18.95
Chicken ShishSucculent marinated chicken pieces chargrilled for deep flavour.£19.50
Lamb ShishPremium marinated lamb cubes grilled over flame.£21.50
Mixed ShishA perfect mix of chicken and lamb shish.£20.95
Mixed GrillA feast of Turkish grilling — köftes, lamb cutlet, chicken shish, and lamb shish.£24.95
Lamb ChopsMarinated lamb chops grilled until tender and juicy.£24.95
Adana KebabA mild, aromatic minced lamb kebab grilled on a skewer to perfection.£18.50
Mixed Grill for TwoA generous sharing platter of our finest grilled meats served on rice and a side salad.£45.95

House Special

Kleftico ChefSlow-cooked lamb shank so tender it falls off the bone, served with creamy mash.£21.95
Beef MoussakaLayers of aubergine, potato, courgette, minced beef, topped with cheese, and baked, served on tomato sauce.£18.50
Chicken Ala CremaCreamy chicken fillet strips with mushrooms and white wine over mashed potatoes.£18.95
Biber DolmaA tender bell pepper stuffed with seasoned minced beef, rice, and herbs.£17.50
KarniyarikAubergine filled with a hearty blend of beef, onions, tomatoes, and herbs, served with rice.£17.50
Beyti ChickenGrilled minced chicken wrapped in a tortilla with yoghurt, tomato sauce, and butter.£18.95
Beyti LambA rich lamb version of the classic Beyti.£19.95
Chicken İskenderGrilled chicken köfte served over toasted croutons, yoghurt, tomato sauce, and sizzling butter.£19.95
Bursa İskender ChefLamb köfte served on toasted croutons topped with yoghurt tomato sauce and sizzling butter.£20.50
Ali Nazik Kebab ChefSucculent lamb over smoky roasted aubergine purée with garlic yoghurt.£21.95
Ali Nazik ChickenDelicately spiced chicken served over smoky aubergine purée, garlic and yoghurt.£20.95
Spicy Prawn PotPrawns cooked in a vibrant coconut, garlic, ginger, mixed vegetables and tomato sauce, served with rice.£21.95

Fish

Vegetarian / Vegan

Vegetarian MoussakaA warming bake of layered aubergine, potato, courgette, carrots, and red pepper topped with béchamel and cheese, served on tomato sauce.£17.95
GuvecA slow-cooked vegetable casserole rich with Mediterranean flavour, served with rice. (Add £3.00 for chicken, £4.00 for lamb.)£16.95
Falafel MainGolden falafel served with smooth, creamy hummus and mixed salad.£16.95
Imam BayildiAubergine stuffed with sweet onions, tomatoes, raisins, garlic, and herbs, served with rice.£16.95

Salad

Menu items and prices as published by the restaurant, collected on 17/09/2026. Dishes and prices change; please check with the restaurant when you book.

Location and map

Turkish Kitchen Meze & Grill, 66 Saddler Street, Durham DH1 3NP

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About Turkish Kitchen Meze & Grill

Turkish Kitchen Meze & Grill trades as a Turkish restaurant from premises in Durham. The address is 66 Saddler Street, DH1 3NP. Administratively, the address belongs to County Durham in North East. UK Rest lists 107 other restaurants in the DH1 postcode district.

In its own words: “Authentic Turkish cuisine, handcrafted meze and charcoal-grilled favourites in the heart of Durham.” We found 55 dishes on the restaurant's own menu, with prices from £7.50 to £45.95. Prices are moderately priced, rated ££ on our three-point scale. The doors are open every day of the week. The latest closing time is 22:00 on Mondays.

Services include table bookings. Facilities noted for this venue: vegetarian options and gluten-free options. Its food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5 (very good), following an inspection on 30/07/2025. For bookings and questions, call 0191 372 7001.