Istanbul Grille Menu with Prices 2026 (United States)

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600 Grant St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219, US 1(412) 999-0841

On the Istanbul Grille menu, the most expensive item is Sultan Salmon, which costs $21.95. The cheapest item on the menu is Hummus, which costs $5.50. The average price of all items on the menu is currently $11.55.

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Istanbul Grille is a Turkish restaurant in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania known for a fast, affordable Turkish to-go lunch buffet, large portion sizes, and the witty, welcoming personality of owner Coskun Gokalp. The dining spot is popular for authentic scratch-made Mediterranean lunch bowls, spit-roasted beef döner, and rapid cafeteria-style service. The most popular signature items on the menu include Beef Döner, Chicken Shawarma, and Turkish Meatballs. The lowest priced item on the menu is the Vegetarian / Vegan Bowl priced at $12.00, while the most expensive menu item is the Custom Large Bowl with Extra Meat for $14.00. The average cost per person dining at Istanbul Grille ranges from $10.00 to $14.00.

Istanbul Grille was founded in 2005 by owner Coskun Gokalp in the lower-level concourse of the U.S. Steel Tower at 600 Grant Street. As a family-run weekday lunch destination, the culinary team prepares scratch-made Mediterranean salads, stuffed grape leaves, and char-grilled meats fresh daily without frozen ingredients. Owner Coskun Gokalp provides fast counter service accompanied by friendly banter for downtown office workers at Istanbul Grille.

This Turkish restaurant offers dine-in counter seating and curbside pickup services for Istanbul Grille. Promotions feature consistent flat-rate daily pricing on hot and cold lunch platters from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM Monday through Friday. Pets are not allowed inside the building concourse, restricting entry to service animals. Customers consider Istanbul Grille a good dining spot, rating the experience 4.9 on review platforms.

Istanbul Grille Menu

What is Istanbul Grille Most Famous For?

Istanbul Grille is most famous for a fast, affordable Turkish to-go lunch buffet, large portion sizes, and the witty, welcoming personality of owner Coskun Gokalp. Located in the basement concourse of the U.S. Steel Tower in Downtown Pittsburgh, the family-run lunch counter serves the corporate office crowd weekdays from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Signature menu choices include Yaprak Beef Döner, Chicken Shawarma, stuffed grape leaves, and creamy beet salads. Diners customize $10 to $12 platters with grain bases, Mediterranean vegetables, white garlic sauce, and house-made hot sauce.


What are the Most Popular Signature Items on the Istanbul Grille Menu?

The most popular signature items on the menu of Istanbul Grille are Beef Döner, Chicken Shawarma, and Turkish Meatballs. Beef Döner features thinly sliced spit-roasted beef seasoned with traditional spices, Chicken Shawarma offers tender chicken breast marinated in herbs and grilled fresh daily, and Turkish Meatballs present savory ground beef and lamb patties packed with parsley and garlic. Here is a list of more top menu items available.

  • Beef Döner: Thinly sliced, spit-roasted beef seasoned with traditional Turkish spices and slow-roasted.
  • Chicken Shawarma: Tender chicken breast marinated in traditional herbs, grilled fresh, and sliced for bowls.
  • Turkish Meatballs: Savory ground beef and lamb patties blended with fresh parsley, garlic, and char-grilled spices.
  • Beet & Carrot Salads: Vibrant house-made side dishes featuring creamy beets and shredded carrots tossed in light dressing.
  • Homemade Hummus: Smooth chickpea dip blended with tahini, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice.

What Drinks and Beverages Can You Have at Istanbul Grille?

The drinks and beverages available at Istanbul Grille are Ayran, Salgam, and Turkish Coffee. Ayran is a cold savory yogurt drink mixed with salt, Salgam is a traditional pickled turnip juice drink, and Turkish Coffee is strong unfiltered coffee brewed warm. Below is a list of more drinks available at the Turkish restaurant.

  • Traditional Turkish Drinks: Ayran features salted cold yogurt, Salgam delivers pickled turnip juice, Turkish Coffee offers strong unfiltered coffee, and Turkish Tea serves hot black tea.
  • Standard Refreshments: Soft drinks include canned Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and Pepsi products, served together with bottled water and sparkling mineral water.

What is the Cheapest Meal on the Istanbul Grille Menu?

The cheapest meal on Istanbul Grille is the Vegetarian / Vegan Bowl priced at $12.00. Vegetarian / Vegan Bowl consists of grain bases like bulgur or orzo paired with chickpeas, roasted cauliflower, lentils, and creamy beet salad.

What is the Most Expensive Meal on the Istanbul Grille Menu?

The most expensive meal on Istanbul Grille is the Custom Large Bowl with Extra Meat priced at $14.00. Custom Large Bowl with Extra Meat features extra servings of premium beef döner or chicken shawarma served over rice with multiple vegetable sides and grape leaves.

What are the Healthiest Meals on the Istanbul Grille Menu?

The healthiest meals on the Istanbul Grille menu are Chicken Salad Bowl, Vegetable Platter, and Chicken Kebab Plate. Chicken Salad Bowl provides lean grilled chicken breast served over a fresh garden salad base with light vinegar dressing. Vegetable Platter offers a plant-dense meal combining fiber-rich chickpeas, roasted eggplant, green peas, lentils, and bulgur wheat. Chicken Kebab Plate presents grilled chicken breast cubes paired with a house side salad without white rice.

How Often Does Istanbul Grille Offer Special Offers?

Istanbul Grille offers consistent flat-rate pricing instead of rotating deals. The cafeteria-style lunch counter maintains low everyday prices across the entire menu without rotating promotional coupons. Standard hot and cold platters sell for $10 to $12 every weekday. Meat platters, vegetarian plates, and hot meal salads offer continuous daily value during lunch hours.

Does Istanbul Grille Have a Loyalty Program?

No, Istanbul Grille does not have an in-house loyalty program since the dining spot operates as a quick-service weekday lunch counter.

Does Istanbul Grille Offer Family Meal Bundles?

No, Istanbul Grille does not offer pre-packaged family meal bundles. Operating strictly during weekday lunch hours from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM, the menu focuses on single-serving lunch bowls and gyros. Customers create custom group lunches by ordering multiple single platters or phone-in office catering trays. Large-format catering packages provide group meal solutions for corporate events.

Does Istanbul Grille Offer Vegan Options?

Yes, Istanbul Grille offers vegan options on the menu such as Vegetarian Platter, Vegan Baba Ganoush, and Lentil Salad. Vegetarian Platter features customizable lunch boxes with three hot or cold plant-based sides over rice or bulgur. Vegan Baba Ganoush offers smoked eggplant pureed without dairy products. Lentil Salad presents green lentils tossed with fresh herbs and olive oil.

Does Istanbul Grille Offer Gluten-Free Options?

Yes, Istanbul Grille has gluten-free options on the menu that include Shish Kebabs, Adana Kebabs, and Beet Salad. Shish Kebabs feature grilled chicken breast cubes served over rice and salad without flatbread. Adana Kebabs offer spiced minced lamb skewers prepared without wheat. Beet Salad presents fresh cooked beets tossed with light dressing.

Is Istanbul Grille Pet-Friendly?

No, Istanbul Grille is not pet-friendly because the restaurant does not have an outdoor patio dining setup for pets. Service animals are allowed as required by local regulations.

Can You Order Ala Carte in Istanbul Grille?

No, Istanbul Grille does not offer a traditional à la carte menu, operating instead as a cafeteria-style lunch counter with set combo platters ranging from $10.00 to $14.00. Customers walk up to the counter and choose combo plates containing a main protein or vegetarian base, rice, salad, hummus, and pita bread. Single sides like baba ganoush, chickpea salad, and beets add onto complete meal platters.

What Other Services Does Istanbul Grille Offer?

Istanbul Grille offers corporate event catering, curbside pickup, validated parking, and free Wi-Fi. Corporate catering services supply custom office lunch trays for business meetings and private events. Concourse amenities inside the U.S. Steel Tower include validated parking for downtown visitors and free wireless internet.

Does Istanbul Grille Offer Catering Services?

Yes, Istanbul Grille offers catering services, such as party curry trays, biryani platters, and tandoori appetizer trays. Istanbul Grille provides home-made Turkish and Mediterranean meals for corporate meetings, office lunches, and private gatherings across Pittsburgh. Placing custom catering orders is done by calling restaurant staff directly at (412) 999-0841 or emailing [email protected].

Can You Rent Istanbul Grille for Private Occasions?

No, Istanbul Grille does not offer private venue rentals since the dining spot operates as a weekday lunch counter strictly during weekdays from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM inside an office building concourse.

Does Istanbul Grille Do House Delivery?

No, Istanbul Grille does not offer house delivery. Dine-in counter seating and direct curbside pickup fulfillment handle weekday lunch orders. Ordering pickup is done by calling the restaurant directly at (412) 871-3759.

How are the Reviews for Customer Experience at Istanbul Grille?

Customer reviews for Istanbul Grille are exceptionally positive, with a 4.9-star Google rating. Diners praise the fast, efficient service, making the restaurant a convenient weekday lunch stop from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Owners and staff are regularly described as kind, welcoming, and personable. Customers also appreciate the fresh, flavorful Turkish and Mediterranean food, including tender seasoned chicken, lamb, and beef. Meals cost between $10 and $20 and include generous portions for the price. A broad range of healthy sides, grains, and vegetarian dishes also provides options for different dietary preferences.

Who are the Top Competitors of Istanbul Grille?

The top competitors of Istanbul Grille are Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine and Sultan Döner Kebab & Baklava. Check out below the other top competitors offering Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine.

  • Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine: Alihan's Mediterranean Cuisine serves sit-down Turkish curries, kebabs, and seafood on 6th Street.
  • Sultan Döner Kebab & Baklava: Sultan Döner Kebab & Baklava offers fast-casual gyros, döner kebabs, and baklava on 6th Street.
  • Pasha Mediterranean Restaurant: Pasha Mediterranean Restaurant serves traditional Turkish and Mediterranean dishes on Ivy Street.
  • Aria Persian Cuisine & Turkish Grille: Aria Persian Cuisine & Turkish Grille offers Persian kebabs, Turkish grills, and rice platters on Melwood Avenue.
  • Naf Naf Grill: Naf Naf Grill serves Middle Eastern shawarma bowls, falafel pitas, and house-made hummus across restaurant locations nationwide.
  • Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh: Garbanzo offers customizable Mediterranean grain bowls, stuffed pitas, and gyros across national locations.
  • CAVA: CAVA offers customizable Mediterranean grain bowls, braised lamb, falafel, and house-made dips across locations nationwide.
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