Who We Are

About Our Restaurant

Canberra’s Most Authentic Turkish Experience

Little Istanbul opened its doors to the public in 2007. And since then Kadirs aim was to always serve the people of Canberra quality Turkish food made with quality ingredients and accessible price. Always family run and due to this we’ve always wanted to have that warm atmosphere were everyone is always welcomed. No matter a dinner for 2 or function or quick bite to eat we always wanted Little Istanbul to be first choice.

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Turkish Cuisine Meets Warm Hospitality

At Little Istanbul, we take pride in the expertise of our Head Chef Kadir. With over 30 years of experience specialising in Turkish cuisine, he is a master in the kitchen. Chef Kadir's passion for excellence and vast industry knowledge are evident in every dish he creates. His menus showcase an array of traditional dishes with exciting twists, all prepared using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods.


Our goal at Little Istanbul is to provide a truly memorable dining experience for our guests. From the moment you walk in, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are here to make you feel at home. We want to ensure that every visit is special, from the first sip of your drink to the last bite of your meal.


Come and join us at Little Istanbul, where fine Turkish cuisine meets warm hospitality. Head Chef Kadir and the rest of our team look forward to welcoming you and sharing the flavours of Turkey with you.


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