Turquoise

4.7

1261 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for groups

Turquoise invites you to experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean in Roscoe Village, Chicago. Step into a warm ambiance filled with rich turquoise hues and the enticing aroma of freshly baked bread. Our menu features an authentic selection of Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, including savory kebabs, mezze platters, fresh seafood, and vegetarian options. Each dish is made with the finest ingredients and a touch of Turkish hospitality for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're enjoying a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a family gathering, Turquoise caters to every occasion with exceptional service from our attentive staff. Beyond the delicious food, our vibrant atmosphere includes live music on select nights and a spacious patio for al fresco dining in warmer months. Join us at Turquoise for a culinary adventure that showcases the rich flavors of the Mediterranean. With our authentic cuisine and inviting ambiance, we promise an unforgettable experience that will keep you coming back.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish, Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(773) 549-3523
Website
http://www.turquoisedining.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chef Ezgi Bozdas
Catering
Catering options are available. Call The restaurant for more information.
Private party facilities
Private events available. Call restaurant for more information.

Location
2147 W Roscoe, Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood
Roscoe Village
Cross street
No street Meter or Permit required. free parking
Parking details
Free Street Parking, No meter or permit on the street
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Turkish Feta Salad$16.00
Romaine heart, tomato, cucumber, red onion, scallion, parsley, feta cheese & lemon vinaigrette dressing
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
Turquoise Salad$15.00
Arugula, candied walnut, citrus marinated fennel, poached pear, asiago cheese & pomegranate reduction
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
Shepherd Salad$15.00
Tomato, cucumber, red onion, scallion, parsley & lemon vinaigrette dressing
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
- Dressing$0.00
Beet Quinoa Salad$17.00
Roasted beet, quinoa, goat cheese, roasted almond & champagne reduction
- Dressing on the Side$0.00
- Nuts$0.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Red Onions$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Cucumber$0.00
- Parsley$0.00
- Green Onions$0.00
- Protein$0.00
- cheese on the side$0.00
- Dressing$0.00
- Chicken kebab$15.00
- Shrimp$12.00
- Scallop$24.00
- Adana Kebab$14.00
- Falafel$9.00
- Chicken Breast$12.00

Hot Appetizers

Grilled Calamari$17.00
Served on arugula, cherry tomato, red onion, radish, caper, roasted potato & tartar sauce
Fried Calamari$17.00
Lightly battered served with cocktail sauce & lemon wedge
Mucver - Zucchini Fritters$13.00
Fried zucchini, carrot, garden herbs, feta cheese served with tzatziki sauce
Su Borek (Turkish Lasagna)$15.00
Homemade layered dough filled with feta cheese & dill
Falafel$13.00
Deep fried falafel balls made from ground chickpeas, garden herbs and spices

Cold Appetizers

Confit Garlic Hummus$9.00
Garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon, evoo served with celery, carrot & chips
Eggplant Salad (Patlican Salatasi)$11.00
Smoked eggplant, garlic, tomato, roasted bellpepper, garden herbs
Harissa - Acuka$9.00
Smoked red bellpepper, sun-dried tomato, walnut & evoo
Mezze Platter$37.00
Hummus, eggplant salad, acuka, zucchini fritters, borek & falafel
Carrot dip$9.00

Kebabs

Beef Kebab$31.00
Seasoned and grilled beef tenderloin served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Adana Kebab$29.00
Two skewers of red pepper seasoned ground lamb served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
Chicken Kebab$25.00
Marinated amish chicken breast served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
Turquoise Mix Grill Kebab$35.00
Chicken & beef kebab, grilled salmon, sea scallop, shrimps served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Meat Coma$148.00
A large plate for 4 people // Beef & chicken & adana kebab, kofta, lamb chop served with rice, cabbage salad & tzatziki sauce
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00

Mediterranean Dishes

Lamb Chops$42.00
Served with mashed potato and grilled asparagus
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Colorado Lamb Shank$42.00
Slow roasted & braised lamb shank over vegetable risotto
Ossobuco alla Milanese$37.00
Slow roasted & braised veal shank over creamy polenta, parmesan gremolota
Lemon Chicken$25.00
Chicken breast medallion, lemon butter sauce, caper, cherry tomato, basil over sauteed spinach & roasted potato
Risotto del Presidente$31.00
Arborio, shrimp, scallop, shiitake, porcini mushroom, sun-dried tomato, basil, cream, butter & parmesan cheese
Seafood Tagliatelle Pasta$31.00
Tagliatelle pasta with chef special's house sauce, shrimp & scallop
Salmon a la Pomodoro Romano$31.00
Scottish wild salmon served over gnocchi, cherry tomato, butter sauce & parmesan cheese
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Mediterranean Branzino$37.00
Pan seared mediterranean fillet branzino served with any side dishes
- Brussels Sprout$0.00
- Sauteed Spinach$0.00
- Jasmine Rice$0.00
- Mashed Potatoes$0.00
- French Fries$0.00
- Asparagus$0.00
- Mixed Vegetables$0.00
- Steamed Broccoli$0.00
- House Salad$0.00
Sultan's Delight (Hunkar Begendi)$29.00
Slow roasted & braised lamb shank chunk served over smoked mozzarella eggplant puree
Manti$25.00
Grandma's dumpling stuffed with ground beef served with yogurt, tomato sauce, chili pepper & mint
Mussels$23.00
Mussels steamed in white wine, cream, cherry tomatoes, garlic, garden herbs

Vegetarian Dishes

Imam Bayildi (Priest Fainted) with rice$25.00
Roasted baby eggplant stuffed with red & green bell pepper, onion, tomato, garlic served with rice
Risotto Funghi$26.00
Arboria, shiitake, porchini mushroom, sun-dried tomato, basil, cream, butter & parmesan cheese
Turkish Delight$21.00
Confit garlic hummus served with mixed vegetables and dried fruits

Kids Menu

Penne Pasta$16.00
- Marinara Sauce$0.00
- Butter and Cheese$0.00
Chicken Tender & fries$18.00

Side Dishes

Rice Pilaf$7.00
Steamed Broccoli$9.00
French Fries$8.00
Organic Mixed Vegetables$11.00
Brussel Sprouts$11.00
Mashed Potato$8.00
Sauteed Spinach$9.00
Asparagus$11.00

Artisan Cheeses

Artisan Cheeses$18.00
Chef's choice of cheeses below, homemade jam and wafflecracker, grapes and nut.

Charcuterie

Assorted Sliced Meats & Variety Antipasto charcuterie$17.00
--Assorted sliced meats: garnished with house-made pickle and roasted olives. --Variety Antipasto: Made with the finest prosciutto, Italian dry salami and dry coppa.

Pide (House Made Flatbread)

Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)$15.00
crispy thin flat dough | ground lamb | special spices | arugula | tomato | lemon
Potatoes, shishito pepper & cheese flat bread$21.00
Cheese flat bread$19.00
Cheese & Eggs flat bread$21.00
Spinach, caramelized onion, mushroom & Mozzarella Cheese flat bread$24.00
Cheese & Beef Chorizo flat bread$25.00
Chicken & cheese flat bread$25.00
Cured Beef Pastrami & cheese flat bread$25.00
Diced Lamb flat bread$26.00
Diced Lamb | Mozzarella flat bread$27.00

Small Plates

Flaming Saganaki Cheese$16.00
Flambe tableside Kasseri cheese with pepper jelly
Cigar Spring Rolls$14.00
Feta cheese with parsley
Whipped Greek Feta Cheese & Roasted Olives$16.00
Truffle Honey
Braised Lemon Artichoke Bottoms$18.00
Carrots, peas & potatoes
Stuffed Aubergine$18.00
Roasted sweet bell pepper, onion, tomatoes & provolone
Seared Sea Scallops$32.00
Pass puree
Grilled Baby Octopus$18.00
Fennel, radish, tomatoes wedges, lemon vinaigrette

Extras

Loaf of Bread$6.00
1 whole loaf bread
Hot Sauce$2.00
Tzatziki Sauce$2.50
Substitution$4.00

Dessert

Baklava$13.00
Homemade flakey dough, filled with pistachios
Kazandibi$13.00
Traditional Turkish custard, vanilla, served with a raspberry compote and confectioners sugar
Creme Brule$13.00
Dessert of the day$13.00
Tiramisu$13.00

What 1,261 people are saying

Turquoise reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Chicago
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Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Turquoise offers an authentic Turkish and Mediterranean dining experience with "exceptional food and service." Guests rave about its "delicious food," including the "lentil soup" and "Turkish pizza." The restaurant's warm ambiance and attentive staff create a welcoming environment. It's a "lovely neighborhood gem" perfect for special occasions or casual dining.

1,261 Reviews

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Larry VIP
Chicago29 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Friendly and competent service and excellent food…not fancy but fun
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Melissa VIP
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Turquoise never disappoints! They are so hospitable, and the food is delicious! Their brunch feels like a real Turkish breakfast in Istanbul.
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Mary VIP
Chicago49 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was really, really good! Every dish was so fresh snd well prepared. Turkish pizza, hummus and Turkish salad were just fantastic. And I cannot even begin to describe how fabulous was the baklava and Turkish pudding.
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Hillary VIP
Chicago8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cute neighborhood restaurant. Diverse menu, great food and warm service.
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Andrea VIP
Chicago140 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chicago ice cold evening! There is no place better to go. Comfortable, warm, outstanding service and delicious food. Always a lovely place to go.
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Norma VIP
Chicago46 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had just discovered this restaurant and were pleasantly surprised. The staff was so welcoming and accommodating and didn't rush us. We loved the meal we ordered and we will go back another time. It is a cozy neighborhood restaurant.
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Matthew
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Not only was the food fantastic, the service was even better. The staff was so kind and accommodating. I really appreciated how every time they came by the table, they specifically made sure my kids had everything they needed. This is exactly the type of place I will be returning to and supporting. Great place!
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Nina VIP
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food, drinks and services, we will be back.
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Mary
New York City22 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A perfect brunch. Cozy setting, warm lighting, fabulous food and flavor combinations, excellent service. Loved it! Will return!
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Jose VIP
Chicago9 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service and nice atmosphere. Recommend!!!
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FAQs

Turquoise does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Turquoise is rated 4.7 stars by 1261 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2147 W Roscoe, Chicago, IL 60618

Additional information

Cross street
No street Meter or Permit required. free parking
Neighborhood
Roscoe Village
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish, Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Free Street Parking, No meter or permit on the street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Ezgi Bozdas
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.turquoisedining.com/
Phone number
(773) 549-3523
Catering
Catering options are available. Call The restaurant for more information.
Private party facilities
Private events available. Call restaurant for more information.

Turquoise

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Soup

Classic Turkish Lentil Soup$11.00

French Onion Soup$11.00

Salads

Turkish Feta Salad$16.00

Turquoise Salad$15.00

Shepherd Salad$15.00

Beet Quinoa Salad$17.00

Hot Appetizers

Grilled Calamari$17.00

Fried Calamari$17.00

Mucver - Zucchini Fritters$13.00

Su Borek (Turkish Lasagna)$15.00

Falafel$13.00

Cold Appetizers

Confit Garlic Hummus$9.00

Eggplant Salad (Patlican Salatasi)$11.00

Harissa - Acuka$9.00

Mezze Platter$37.00

Carrot dip$9.00

Kebabs

Beef Kebab$31.00

Adana Kebab$29.00

Chicken Kebab$25.00

Turquoise Mix Grill Kebab$35.00

Meat Coma$148.00

Mediterranean Dishes

Lamb Chops$42.00

Colorado Lamb Shank$42.00

Ossobuco alla Milanese$37.00

Lemon Chicken$25.00

Risotto del Presidente$31.00

Seafood Tagliatelle Pasta$31.00

Salmon a la Pomodoro Romano$31.00

Mediterranean Branzino$37.00

Sultan's Delight (Hunkar Begendi)$29.00

Manti$25.00

Mussels$23.00

Vegetarian Dishes

Imam Bayildi (Priest Fainted) with rice$25.00

Risotto Funghi$26.00

Turkish Delight$21.00

Kids Menu

Penne Pasta$16.00

Chicken Tender & fries$18.00

Side Dishes

Rice Pilaf$7.00

Steamed Broccoli$9.00

French Fries$8.00

Organic Mixed Vegetables$11.00

Brussel Sprouts$11.00

Mashed Potato$8.00

Sauteed Spinach$9.00

Asparagus$11.00

Artisan Cheeses

Artisan Cheeses$18.00

Charcuterie

Assorted Sliced Meats & Variety Antipasto charcuterie$17.00

Pide (House Made Flatbread)

Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)$15.00

Potatoes, shishito pepper & cheese flat bread$21.00

Cheese flat bread$19.00

Cheese & Eggs flat bread$21.00

Spinach, caramelized onion, mushroom & Mozzarella Cheese flat bread$24.00

Cheese & Beef Chorizo flat bread$25.00

Chicken & cheese flat bread$25.00

Cured Beef Pastrami & cheese flat bread$25.00

Diced Lamb flat bread$26.00

Diced Lamb | Mozzarella flat bread$27.00

Small Plates

Flaming Saganaki Cheese$16.00

Cigar Spring Rolls$14.00

Whipped Greek Feta Cheese & Roasted Olives$16.00

Braised Lemon Artichoke Bottoms$18.00

Stuffed Aubergine$18.00