Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill in Durham: photos, reviews, menu

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Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill in Durham offers a delightful dining experience with a taste of the Mediterranean right at your table. Known for serving up tasty, fresh, and delicious Middle Eastern and Turkish cuisine, this moderately priced eatery has garnered an impressive 4.7 rating on Google. Whether you're stopping by for lunch or dinner, you're sure to enjoy the variety of Mediterranean, Turkish, and vegetarian options available.

Don't miss out on the seafood guvec, a specialty dish that features a medley of seafood in a unique sauce accompanied by rice. Akarsu's inviting atmosphere isn't too busy, allowing you to appreciate the friendly and excellent service. With options for on-street or paid parking, it makes for easy access, while the free Wi-Fi and outdoor seating area provide added comfort.

Be sure to try their amazing lunch deal, which includes a starter, main, and drink for just £18. For those who prefer a more relaxed dining style, there's takeaway and delivery service on offer too. After your meal, don't be surprised if you leave with a small token - a free pin sporting the evil eye logo.

Whether you've come for a glass of wine or to savor the flavors of a delicious Mediterranean meal, Akarsu is highly recommended, often considered one of the best Turkish restaurants in the UK.

Price

$$$$ 20 - 30 GBP

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Mediterranean, Turkish, Vegetarian

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Drive-thru, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Healthy options, Halal options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Happy-hour food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

4.8

based on 2,209 reviews

Google

4.7/5 1,212 reviews

Facebook

4.8/5 997 reviews

Thomas

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Visited with my friend and the service was amazing and very quick, all food was delicious and full of flavour, everything was also very fresh and hot. Portion sizes were brilliant for the price unlike a lot of other restaurants. Atmosphere was very chilled too and the table we had was really nice next to a window overlooking the river.

A H

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Amazing food and friendly service! 10/10

tony

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

First time to this restaurant and nor disappointed was usy but git a table food was excellent service was great price reasonable definitely worth a visit

What is the address of Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill?
Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill is located at 21 Silver St, DH1 3RB, Durham, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Cathedral (170 m walk)
- Bus stop North Road temporary stops (Stand F) (245 m walk)
- Bus stop Market Place (185 m walk)
- Bus stop Millburngate (Stand C) (208 m walk)
- Bus stop Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge (216 m walk)
How is Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill rated by visitors?
Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill has an average rating of 4.8 based on 2,209 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
What dishes and beverages are served?
The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as beer, coffee, lamb, tea, wine, cocktail, along with a variety of drinks.
What is the average price for a meal at Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill?
The average price for a meal is 20 - 30 GBP (it is cheap - $).

Akarsu Turkish Restaurant & Grill in Durham