Award-winning Turkish eatery for social drinking and dining. First-class Turkish cuisine, signature cocktails are hosted in the finest setting in Eastbourne, East Sussex.
Dem Shish reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
4.7Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value
Noise • Energetic
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Best Food
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Best Ambiance
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Good for business meals
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Kid-friendly
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Good for groups
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Hot spot
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Romantic
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Good for special occasions
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Lively
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Most Booked
Review summary
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Dem Shish is a vibrant spot perfect for celebrations, offering "fantastic food and service" with a lively atmosphere. Guests praise the "delicious food," "amazing cocktails," and the "friendly staff" who ensure a memorable experience. Ideal for birthdays, it boasts "good quality and value," though loud music may impact conversation.
19 Reviews
Nicole
East Sussex1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
We went for a bottomless brunch.
I am vegan and found the food really tasty and there was a few different options for me.
The other girls on the table really enjoyed the food too.
Good service and would definitely go back again.
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Keith
East Sussex1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
We booked for the bottomless prosecco lunch. I wasn't aware that the bottomless prosecco lunch was a set menu with choice but hey they had as a choice what I wanted anyway so all fine. Food was cooked well and very enjoyable. Prosecco was kept topped up which was good so no complaints. We had a 3pm slot which was sooo quiet just 6 others in whole restaurant. So if you want a quiet lunch and a relaxing end to the week then this would have suited you.
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Kerry
East Sussex1 review
3.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
Overall 3
Food 4
Service 3
Ambience 3
Lovely food and restaurant but we felt uncomfortable having staff standing right by us staring for most of the meal. Items were collected even when we had literally just finished or still eating. Service charge was added to bill so we were told what we had to pay.
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CaronO
East Sussex3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
A great place for our birthday celebration. Service and food were excellent and the atmosphere very good.
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Nicola
East Sussex1 review
3.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
Overall 3
Food 3
Service 2
Ambience 3
Food was good but not very hot, we were a large group of 16 but the restaurant was not that busy. Also starters came out with the mains which was not great.
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Emma
East Sussex1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 3
First time visiting
Came for a belated valentines meal, although food was lovely music was a little too loud for the ambience we wanted. But tasty meal and friendly staff
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Carol
Brighton3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Dem Shish staff hosted a fabulous double birthday celebration for two of our party last night.
A great time was had by all with good quality and value, tasty food, fun entertainment and a great ambience.
Nothing was too much trouble for the lovely staff.
They really know how to help you celebrate your special occasion. Thank you we will definitely return for more great food and fun with our friends.
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Tania
East Sussex1 review
4.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Be careful with the birthday celebrations that they offer. This happened to us last night only to find out£8.95 had been added to our bill without any notification. I didn’t complain there and then as it would have put a dampener on the birthday celebrations. This is out of order and should have been discussed first.
BE CAREFUL!!!!
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Craig
East Sussex1 review
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Fantastic food and service . Good value.
Music playing was a little too loud, making it hard to hear one another.
Would definitely recommend though
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Sarah
East Sussex1 review
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Quick service. Food was on point ☺️ the only gripe we had was the waitress forgot my partners drink but apologised once she realised. Singer was amazing. Loved the decorations. Great night. Would come again.
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FAQs
Dem Shish offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01323 724656.
Dem Shish is rated 4.6 stars by 19 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.