Iznik - Islington

To enter into highbury park restaurant iznik is really like a mini-break in the turkey; the decoration, atmosphere and eating are so evocatiw, and the service is a joy. on the menu is beautiful delicate lamb, moist chicken and authentic juices, washed with red wine, Turkish coffee and a little baklava naturally.

I love this restaurant. I've been here for over 15 years. sometimes the hanging decorations change, sometimes the dishes change, but the core is always the same. authentic. relaxed.

North london should be home to a fair number of Turkish restaurants. I have two of them on the road where I live on the high-rise park and the other one on the black-stock road. a Saturday afternoon found me in iznik, in the company of o and i. there is no confusion of the Turkish identity of iznik. the decoration carries the distinctive stamp of Turkish flowing and lamps. the lighting is dim and gives the room a tavern as feel. what I love about Turkish food is the allsome aromen, in which usually with very little spicy saving salt, some cervical and lemon emphasizes. the Turks love yoghurt and will use it to add a creamy yet brownish taste to their foods. o’s warm mezze by kourgette and...read more

Most Turkish restaurants in london (and for this occasion in istanbul) are cruel, but here it is as it should be done. a simple but charming dining room, friendly staff and authentic cooking. the starter, as always in this type of cuisin

The Starters: We start off with tarmasalata and hummous. Both are good, but the tarmasalata is nowhere near as good as the tarmasalata at The Eagle. The pita is really nice though. It's warm and soft but not too soft. The Mains: I go for something in yogu