Divan Turkish Kitchen

11/04/11

Excellent Service, Delicious Food

by TimDe at Citysearch

I took 9 clients to divan restaurant for dinner the other week and we had an amazing time. The staff was over the top and the food absolutely delicious. We were able to taste about 6 different types of cold appetizers and different main dishes. They were amazing delicious. All of my guests look forward to the next event at Divan Turkish Kitchen. Thanks again

11/04/11

Philly's Best Food

by Tonigy at Citysearch

My wife and I have been going to Divan Turkish Restaurant for years and have never been disappointed. The service is always excellent. One of my favorite dishes had always been the Iskender kebob. I pleasantly surprised to find out that they are also serving fresh homemade Turkish Dumplings, which actually made this dish even better than other places. I would also highly recommend Divan Turkish Restaurant for lunch. The portions are generous and the selection is great for lunch.

Liked: Food, Service, Atmosphere, Value

06/21/11

Good food, horrible service

by 312sas at Citysearch

I was so looking forward to eating dinner at Divan with friends. I visit their sister location fulya's cafe nearly everyday for coffee and breakfast. I assumed I would have the same great experience at Divan. When we arrived, we were seated in a small room that was not part of the restaurant. The staff continually moved furniture in and out of this room through our entire meal. We were basically the forgotten table and had to continually get up to find our waiter. The food was actually good, but the poor service was a huge retraction. We stood up to get the waiter eight times during our meal. Btw, the restaurant was not crowded and there were empty tables in the main section both when we arrived and when we left. I am very disappointed. Fulya's cafe sets a high standard and divan did not replicate this experience.

03/20/11

wonderful find off the beaten path

by foodiesam at Citysearch

I was in Philadelphia last week for business and was directed to Divan. It was a little out of the way but was welcomed by smiling faces and fantastic food. The Chicken Shish was outstanding, tender and juicy--and cooked to perfection. This jewel of a place surpassed any Turkish spot I have been to in NYC where I reside. The ambiance is warm and low key- the perfect spot to hit after a long day of business to unwind. First time I drank a Turkish beer on draught as well. At the end of my evening the owner came by to saly hello not just to my table but took time to sit and speak with all the regulars. Very old world and just another reason for me to come back again next time I am in Phila. Who needs cheese steaks:)

09/12/10

good and fresh

by clward at Citysearch

Went to Divan's for an early supper. It's a little out of the way for Center City but the interior is charming and cozy and the wait staff are welcoming (if a little unpolished). We got stuffed grape leaves and an artichoke appetizer to start -- delicious! Not too filling and not giant sized, very flavorful and FRESH. For entrees, we ordered the spinach dumplings and the lamb shish. You have to try those dumplings -- they are tiny, homemade and very tender, in a light yogurt-dill-garlic sauce. Amazing and would make a great shared appetizer too. The shish was quite good -- five or six tender and large lamb chunks. Would have loved another green garnish on the plate to go with it, though it comes with red onion, rice and some mayo-like sauce on the side. Pita is very thin, Turkish style and just okay. Desserts are mom-style homemade versus haute cuisine spectacular -- LOVED the baklava! They have an extensive wine/drink list and prices are really reasonable. In fact, dinner was really a good value overall and very pleasant. A most decent moderately-priced place. I'll be back!