Akarsu Turkish Grill

Brilliant authentic food, good service and atmosphere with views over the river. Special lunch menu was good value and large portions. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Adana Kebab, Chicken Meat Wrap

Had a meal here with a couple of friends and the food was out of this world, we all said that we'd like to come back. I had the lamb kebab which is great, personally I would have liked a hotter chilli sauce but guessing most wouldn't. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

If you want an overall fantastic dining experience, Akarsu Turkish Restaurant and Grill is a must! Beautiful location in Durham city, the food is amazing and the staff can’t do enough for you. Stunning decor, modern yet authentic. Highly recommend. You won’t be disappointed Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Not the best experience, unfortunately. We ordered a selection of cold and hot mezze dishes, and sides. Poor food quality throughout, with the worst being the mixed hot mezze platter for 2. Sucuk reminded us of dog food, the boregi was soggy and greasy (we expected it crunchy), and the falafel was stone dry and crumbly. What a shame to see Turkish cuisine presented like this. Cleaning standards also below bar, the toilets were so filthy. Strongly not recommended. Vegetarian options: Some vegetarian options, but poor quality food.

Excellent Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5