Phone: +442087611664
Address: 11 Central Hill, London I-SE19 1BG, United Kingdom
City: London
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 2878
Website: http://demrestaurant.co.uk/
"Situated in a almost passable street in Crystal Palace, fronted by a humble restaurant sign, is this little Turkish restaurant. At least, it looks little from the outside. Walk in, and you 're presented with a rather large venue, with seating for many patrons. There is no maître d ' or equivalent to check our booking or offer us seating. It took a few minutes of trying get someone 's attention to even get noticed, another five minutes or so for a table to be setup, and once seated and given menus, it took over 15 minutes to order some drinks. I believe this service issue is an exception as it was Father 's day, and the restaurant was exceptionally busy, therefore the serving staff were stretched. I suspect a normal day would be better. I didn 't expect much at this stage, however, this venue turned out to be a hidden gem! Forget location, ambience or service. If your goal is to try some incredible Turkish food, this is the place to go! My mum and dad love Turkish food, and we 're no strangers to it. Although all Turkish restaurants tend to have a very similar menu, each has it 's own variation on their standard recipes. This is where Dem stands out from the crowd, the bread was seasoned with a unique blend of spices (I suspect paprika and celery salt?? , and similarly, the meats were seasoned and flavoursome. There won 't be enough bread served for the meze, so you will need to order more. Also, the salad and bread that gets delivered to the table when you sit down is all you 'll be given with your entire mains (which are served simply as meat and rice . So don 't over do it and finish these off before your mains arrive! I do recommend this restaurant for the food look forward to going there on a non-special occasion so that I may experience it in a fairer setting for the service staff."
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Entrées
Starters
Grills
Salads
Small Appetizers
Desserts
Meat Dishes
Mixed Specialties
Baklava
Flaky layers of phyllo dough filled with nuts and sweetened with honey syrup, offering a rich and fragrant Mediterranean dessert.
Seafood
Calamari
Tender calamari rings lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with tangy marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Grill Specialties
Meat
Dessert
Cheesecake
A rich, creamy dessert with a smooth texture and graham cracker crust, often topped with fruits or a sweet glaze.
Grilled Specialities
Tandoori Main
Featured Items
Turkish Raki
Wraps
Hot Dogs
Chicken
Chicken Wings
Crispy chicken wings seasoned to perfection, served with a tangy dipping sauce.
Jumbo Platter
Dips
Cold Starter
Indian
Full Platter
Chef's Specialties
Iskendar
Appetizers, Starters, Cold Dishes
Fried Vegetables
Crispy fried vegetables seasoned to perfection, offering a delightful crunch and savory taste in every bite.
Tandoori Specialiteiten
Yoghurt Grills
Mixed Menus
Grace
It’s a family favourite . I really enjoyed my self.
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Reviews
Ben
Fantastic food. Great value. Can't wait to come again
Evelyn
Dem must be the best Turkish restaurant in south east London.
Bruce
Typical Turkish fayre. Tasty, nice surroundings and not too busy. View menu
Julia
we often come here and eat is always amazing. the children also live it, especially the hot meze plated
Gavin
We had a wonderful evening, and I want to express my gratitude for the warm greeting and friendly staff. Thank you all!
Joe
The food and service were excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant for family gatherings, romantic dinners, and even large parties. Thank you for your hard work, team! View menu
Lucas
As always, we enjoyed a wonderful meal with the family. The ingredients were of high quality, fresh, and delicious. The restaurant is well air-conditioned, making it a perfect choice for hot weather.
Grace
I went with a friend and we ordered starters and a main, shortly after some complimentary snacks arrived, which was bread, dips, salad and onions, which is a lovely gesture but if we had known we would not have ordered starters as there was a lot of uneaten food which seems a waste. For mains I had a lamb skewer which was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious. My friend ordered the falafel as she is vegetarian, she said they were dry and the sauce it came with was not very nice either. She was not happy with the vegetarian selection. The service was very good though and we also got complimentary baklava's for dessert.
Natasha
Situated in a almost passable street in Crystal Palace, fronted by a humble restaurant sign, is this little Turkish restaurant. At least, it looks little from the outside. Walk in, and you 're presented with a rather large venue, with seating for many patrons. There is no maître d ' or equivalent to check our booking or offer us seating. It took a few minutes of trying get someone 's attention to even get noticed, another five minutes or so for a table to be setup, and once seated and given menus, it took over 15 minutes to order some drinks. I believe this service issue is an exception as it was Father 's day, and the restaurant was exceptionally busy, therefore the serving staff were stret... View menu
Categories
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Turkish Indulge in the rich flavors of Turkey with dishes featuring succulent meats, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices. Savor classics like kebabs, mezes, and baklava, bringing the vibrant taste of Turkish cuisine to your table.
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Barbecue Savor the smoky, juicy flavors of our barbecue delights. From tender ribs to succulent pulled pork, each dish is grilled to perfection with our signature sauces, offering a true taste of barbecue heaven. View menu
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Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.
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Mediterranean Savor the vibrant essence of the Mediterranean with dishes inspired by the sun-drenched coasts. Enjoy fresh olives, vibrant herbs, rich olive oils, and a variety of seafood and grilled meats.
Amenities
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