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Istanbul Blue, Vienna, VA

Istanbul Blue

4.4
4.4
388 Reviews
$30 and under
Turkish
At Istanbul Blue Restaurant, you will instantly feel as though you walked into the city of Istanbul. We offer a variety of Mediterranean and Turkish dishes, all served within a comfortable, warm setting. The restaurant provides generous portions, while maintaining modest prices. Our specialty is authentic Turkish cuisine. Each dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and is hand made with care. When you are looking for something different yet delicious come visit Istanbul Blue Restaurant!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Turkish
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 938-8948
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Vienna
  • Cross street
    Nutley St. NW
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine

What 388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

388 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience2
    Slowest service ever, food was not remarkable, Gray wiry hair found in the feta dip. Man smoking with door open with finer coming in:

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  2. SiyarK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The food was delicious thank you for that, service was great, however the price was too high for that volume of food in compare with other similar restaurants.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything from the food to the service to the ambiance was wonderful. We felt like family the entire time we were there. The service was on point with some of the best restaurants I’ve been to around the world. This place is amazing in every way and we will be returning to dine again.

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  4. Dottie

    Washington DC

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Three of us had not seen each other for over a year and we picked the perfect place to meet for lunch. Nicely decorated in blue and looked like fine dining as you entered. Serve was outstanding, it was quiet so we could hear each other talk and the food was excellent. We got the donor kabobs and the lamb kabobs. The bread was so good we asked for seconds. Great reunion at a great restaurant.

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  5. Toshi

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious especially the lam kebabs and shwarma

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our waiter was so pleasant and took excellent care of us! Enjoyed chatting with him while I waited for my dinner companion to arrive.

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  7. theblakes

    Washington DC

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Excellent food and great service. Always a good dinner pick.

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  8. VAVintner

    Washington DC

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Lovely little gem of a restaurant. Delicious, authentic food. Friendly staff. We’ll dine at Istanbul Blue again.

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  9. CandL

    Washington DC

    93 reviews

    4.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A very pleasant place for a quiet Turkish meal. The food was well prepared and tasty and service good.

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  10. Libnani

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food is consistently delicious. We're never disappointed no matter what we try.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy dining at Istanbul Blue. The food is very authentically Turkish and delicious. The service was excellent and the atmosphere delightful. We will dine here again soon.

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  12. kahipd

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We've been here many times before and the food is always excellent. This time was to celebrate our anniversary. Great place if you want a quiet evening for family or friends.

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  13. CaptureME

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were there on the early side but the space quickly filled up. Server was very attentive and the food was great!

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  14. StephenS

    Stuttgart

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We received courteous and professional service, and enjoyed the food. I recommend the Adana Kebab as an entree.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Istanbul Blue is one of my favorite area restaurants! We had a great experience on Mothers Day. I've enjoyed every meal I've ordered here

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  16. sweetrevenge

    Western NC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pide was really outstanding!! It has been a long time since I had the chance to have Turkish food and it was very enjoyable!

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  17. ViennaResident

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Turkish food, good value, excellent service, and nice ambience.

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  18. AMD1

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed our dining experience. great food, good set up to dine with a small group- we could easily converse without a high noise level! Enjoyed the appetizer sampler and the lamb kabobs!

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  19. LarryD

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious, the service was very good, and we had a most pleasant meal. Thank you Istanbul Blue!

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  20. JillW

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time visiting this restaurant and it was EXCELLENT! We will be back!

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  21. Qtime

    Washington DC

    77 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The appetizer platter was excellent. Service was good, the waiter did everything but cook!

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  22. BitaE

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience2
    Good food, but inconsistent and slow service, waitress was not personable and not attentive. Also felt rushed when plates were being yanked out from underneath us at the end without being asked if we were done :(

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  23. MicheleW

    Richmond

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience2
    It was way too bright inside, felt like a cafeteria. Also, the food just wasn’t good. Honestly, my husband’s food look like meat with some slop on top. I got the lasagna and it was mushy and too much sauce again on top and it just didn’t taste good. Unfortunately, we won’t be back and we were very excited about it based on the reviews.

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  24. Foodielvr

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience2
    Disappointing as I remembered it being better when I was there before. Food was okay, nothing special and the place could use some sprucing up. So,while not bad, it wasn't great either. I would recommend with reservations and would let friends know it is just okay.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My mother’s birthday. The server was very attentive and went out of her way to make our experience a pleasant one. Food was outstanding. It is a small place but very comfortable and pleasant. Great for small parties.

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  26. SpringfieldGourmet

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We enjoyed the Babaganoush appetizer. However, it was served with their homemade bread, which was good, but could not be used to scoop up the Babaganoush as well as with traditional pita bread. Similarly, we had the Iskander Kabob main course, again served with their homemade bread, which was not as firm and did not suit that dish as well as traditional pita bread. The chocolate cake was a nice finish, Overall, a pleasant dining experience.

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  27. pickyeaters

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We went for Valentines Day, so it was full up. Staff worked very hard and were very friendly. Food came out in a reasonable time, and everything we had was delicious. I had the Special Turkish Dinner (pretty much a Donner Kabab). They did forget to bring the bread out with the appetizer we ordered (understandable with how busy it was), but once we brought it to their attention, it was brought out quickly. Will definitely return...this was our first visit. One note: there was a "Service Charge" added to the bill, which was unusual- but it turned out to be an 18% tip, and you're given the chance to add a little more if you desire.

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  28. Manam

    Richmond

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had been there before, but this time around I enjoyed my Valentine's dinner with my husband so much. The server was a pleasant young gentleman, we enjoyed the a brief speech about the valentine's history by a nice lady The food was fresh and as expected delicious.

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  29. MICHELELISTANBAL

    Washington DC

    74 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Good food and good conversation. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered. Desserts looked good too.

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  30. SCOTTW

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and service. Tried the appetizer platter and three different kebabs between three of us. Everything was perfectly cooked and wonderfully flavored. As good as anything we have had since living in Turkey. Service was wonderful, friendly and courteous throughout. We will be back, probably monthly!

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  31. bevy

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We had good food and service. We were actually able to hear each other so that was lovely.

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  32. BarbaraS

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Istanbul Blue is a lovely local (Vienna, VA) restaurant that is always delicious either for lunch or dinner. Food is great and service is top notch.

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  33. John

    Washington DC

    122 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    122 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We had a nice meal at Istanbul Blue. The food was excellent, and service was good. The only drawback was it was a bit chilly in the room.

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  34. Simone

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    I ordered spinach pide. Very tasty. Easy parking.

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  35. Toshi

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent, especially the meats. Desserts (milky pudding and rice pudding) were memorable. Definitely want to dine here again soon!

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  36. TeresaW

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience1
    The waiter was very nice, but there was a bit of a communication issue. Service was also very slow. The lighting is way too bright. Felt like you were eating in a loud diner.

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  37. Dental1955

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely atmosphere, great service. Diverse menu. The starters were great. Fantastic eggplant and a yogurt with fresh cucumber and mint. The Greek salad was a real standout. The waiter steered me toward a delicious lamb dish with vegetables and yogurt. Outstanding. Plenty of parking. We didn't have room for dessert. Reasonably priced with entrees around $20. Good value.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    We sat upstairs and felt the staff forgot about us. We never received the ice with our entrees. Been here before and had a completely different experience.

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  39. Schatz

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    You can hardly go wrong with Turkish food, and Istanbul Blue is a good example for a combination of delicious food and very attentive service. We cannot say much about the ambience - it was Trick-or-Treat night, and I believe we were the only guests, so it was a bit quiet fora night out. But all together it was a very pleasant dining experience. We will be back.

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  40. HosBulduk

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great cuisine, fine service, and the atmosphere was calm and soothing.

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FAQs

Istanbul Blue does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Istanbul Blue also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 938-8948.

Istanbul Blue is rated 4.4 stars by 388 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Istanbul Blue

523 Maple Ave W, Vienna, VA 22180

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Nutley St. NW
  • Neighborhood
    Vienna
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Turkish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wine
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