Cafe Istanbul Albuquerque Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the Menu at Cafe Istanbul Albuquerque
At Cafe Istanbul Albuquerque, you’re invited to experience an authentic taste of Mediterranean cuisine. Renowned for its hearty platters, diners can enjoy highlights like the Chicken Shawarma Platter and the Gyro Lamb Platter, both artfully seasoned and served generously. For a lighter option, the Falafel Platter perfectly showcases deep-fried chickpeas, a vegan delight that doesn't skimp on flavor.
The menu extends beyond main courses, featuring an array of appetizers such as Stuffed Dolmas and Baba Ghanouge, perfect for sharing. Don’t miss the vibrant Tabbouleh Salad or Greek Salad, both fresh and invigorating complements to your meal.
With friendly service and an inviting ambiance, each visit to Cafe Istanbul feels like a culinary journey. Explore their grocery section for exotic pantry staples and enjoy a memorable dining experience that captures the essence of Mediterranean hospitality.
Appetizers and Side Orders
Stuffed Cabbage Leaves
Stuffed cabbage with rice and spices.
Stuffed Dolmas
Stuffed grape leaves with rice and spices.
Hummus with Pita Bread
Ground chickpeas with tahini, lemon juice and garlic, served with pita bread.
Baba Ghanouge with Pita Bread
Roasted eggplant with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, served with pita bread.
Side of Falafel
Deep-fried ground chick peas with parsley, garlic, onions and spices.
Feta Cheese with Kalamata Olives
Kefir Cheese with Pita
Labonh.
Hummus over Ground Beef
Cheese Pie
Pocket of bread stuffed with cheese. Served with cucumber sauce and pickle.
Spinach Pie
Pocket of bread stuffed with spinach. Served with cucumber sauce and pickle.
Meat Pie
Pocket of bread stuffed with beef and spices. Served with cucumber sauce and pickle.
Chicken Pie
Pocket of bread stuffed with chicken and spices. Served with cucumber sauce and pickle.
Taboouleh
Middle Easten salad made of parsley, tomatoes, bulgur, green onions, lemon juice and mint.
Manakeesh
Pita bread baked with olive oil and zaater (thyme). Served with cucumber sauce and a pickle.
Kibbeh
2 cracked wheat stuffed with beef and lamb. Served with cucumber sauce and a pickle.
Dolma
Vegetarian.
Cucumber Sauce
Tahini Sauce
Lentil Soup
Served with fried bread and fresh lemon.
Greek Salad
Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, pitted Kalamata olives, feta cheese, dolmas and house dressing. Add chicken shawarma or gyro meat for an additional charge.
Arabic Salad
Tomatoes, cucumbers, mint parsley and house dressing. Add chicken shawarma or gyro meat for an additional charge.
Fattoush Salad
Tomatoes, cucumbers, mint parsley, fried bread and house dressing. Add chicken shawarma or gyro meat for an additional charge.
Tabbouleh Salad
Parsley, tomatoes, cucumbers, bulgur, lemon juice and mint. Add chicken shawarma or gyro meat for an additional charge.
Garden Salad
Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and house dressing. Add chicken shawarma or gyro meat for an additional charge.
Soup and Salads
Platters
Chicken Shawarma Platter
Marinated chicken seasoned with a special spice.
Gyro Lamb Platter
Gyro Beef Platter
Falafel Platter
Deep-fried ground chick peas with parsley, garlic, onions and spices. Vegan. Gluten-free.
Vegetarian Platter
Hummus, falafel and baba ghanouge. Vegan. Gluten-free.
Kibbeh Platter
Cracked wheat stuffed with beef.
Dolma Platter
Stuffed grapeleaves.
Hummus over Chicken Shawarma
Chicken Gyro Platter
Slices of chicken.
Hummus Platter
Ground chick peas with tahini, lemon juice and garlic. Vegan. Gluten free.
Baba Ghanouge Platter
Roasted eggplant with tahini sauce, garlic and lemon juice. Vegan. Gluten free.
Chicken Kabab Platter
Marinated chicken seasoned with a special spice.
Beef Kafta Kabab Platter
Marinated beef seasoned with a special spice.
Lamb Kabab Platter
Marinated lamab seasoned with a special spice.
Kabab Platters
Individual Skewers
Chicken Kabab Skewer
Beef Kafta Kabab Skewer
Lamb Kabab Skewer
Veggie Skewer
Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
Add extra meat for an additional charge.
Gyro Meat Sandwich
Add extra meat for an additional charge.
Falafel Sandwich
Gluten-free. Vegan.
Vegetarian Sandwich
Gluten-free. Vegan.
Kibbeh Sandwich
Chicken Kabab Sandwich
Beef Kafta Sandwich
Lamb Kabab Sandwich
Istanbul Special Chicken Shawarma RWP
Served with fries and drink.
Chicken Gyro
Add extra meat for an additional charge.
Hummus Sandwich
Vegan. Gluten free.
Baba Ghanouge Sandwich
Vegan. Gluten free.
Sandwiches
Bulk
Tabooleh
1 lb.
Falafel
Each.
Hummus
1 lb.
Baba Ghanouge
1 lb.
Fava Beans
1 lb.
Dolmas
1 lb.
Garlic Sauce
1 lb.
Feta Cheese
1 lb.
Kalamata Olives
1 lb.
Pitted Kalamata Olievs
1 lb.
Green Olives
1 lb.
Oil Cured Olives
1 lb.
Pies
Each. Meat, spinach, chicken or cheese.
Gyro Meat
1 lb.
Homemade Falafel Mix
1 lb.
Chicken Shawerma
1 lb.
Kids 6 Pieces Chicken Nuggets
Kids 3 Pieces Chicken Tenders
Kids Side of French Fries
Kids Meals
Desserts
Walnut Baklava
Turkish Delight
Pistachio Baklava
Bottle of Water
Turkish Coffee
Arabic Coffee
Hot Tea
Soda
Juice Tea
Iced Tea
Drinks
Entrees (archived)
Pita Bread
6 pieces.