Izmir, the new Turkish restaurant on East Street in Horsham. I love Turkish food but I always find it hard to find a good one in Sussex until I tried Izmir. I went to the restaurant recently to try out whether they really brought Turkish food and hospitality. The results after filling my belly with good food is as is…..

Food and Drink
Its not a large menu, so its easy to read. It has all the Turkish food must try. The price is reasonable for what they offer on their plate. I tried the Izmir Special which is £38.90 and it feeds 2 to 3 people. The special has lamb and chicken shish, lamb ribs, chicken wings with rice, salad and bread. It was tasty, and enough to feed 2 to 3 people. I think as soon as I finished my main, I need to be rolled out of the restaurant. They have about 4 to 5 dessert choices. I tried their baklava, which did not disappoint. My mother has the rice pudding, which she finished with a smile on her face.

The drinks choices were unlimited and a good choice. I tried their Turkish white wine with my main course. It is definitely a must try, it even went well with my mix grill. I had the Turkish tea with my dessert, it was a good mixture of taste as it mellowed the sweet taste of the syrup on the baklava.

Customer Service
The service in Izmir was outstanding. The manager, Ralph who served my table was outstanding. He was helpful in helping us decide what to try at the restaurant. The rest of the staff were also kind, caring and always with a smile on their face. They made me feel at home at the Izmir.

Overall:
I would definitely be going back to Izmir for lunch or dinner. I highly recommend them for those that like food made from the heart. Their interior is bright, welcoming and still cozy. They have a wonderful open kitchen, so you can see you food in the kitchen.

Comments 29
That looks so mouthwatering!
I have never tried Turkish food, but it sounds like you enjoyed it a lot.
My mom is obsessed with anything Turkish and we took her to a Turkish restaurant once, and she cried. We are planning a trip to Turkey next year, as a matter of fact. It’s really my sister’s solo trip but we’ve all decided to ambush it.
I cannot wait to try all these yummy food.
I love Turkish food so this sounds like a great place.
Looks so yummy!
OMG… these foods are so tempting. I am absolutely in love with all these awesome foods.
thanks for sharing with all of us.
That plate looks amazing! I have had stuff like that before but did not realize it was Turkish. Guess I know that I love Turkish food now.
I love trying different foods and Turkish food is actually one I have yet to try! After reading this I must try some!
That really looks yummy – I have been to a Turkish restaurant before but regretfully there isn’t any in the neighborhood here 🙂
All of these items looks so amazing and yummy!
Wow, this sounds like a perfect place for me to visit and those food looks really delicious.
I love authentic Turkish food and there mixed grill looks mouthwatering. I could do with a piece of that delicious looking baklava with my tea 🙂
It’s dinner time as I’m reading this and so my stomach grumbled with hunger.
The Izmir Special sounds delicious! I love how affordable and scrumptious their food is 🙂
Wow so much yummy food! I could have all by myself.
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Of course! Well said! With such dishes it is not possible not to feel at home and pampered! Yummy!
i have never tried this type of food before but id love to try it sometime!
I am literally DROOLING!!! This looks soooo good and make me hungry. I wish I can have it now.
Oh wow! That all looks so good! I love everything you showed us here. Yummo!
The little cup makes me recall my Turkey holiday many years ago. I love their apple tea but have not tried the wine yet. Love the food display.
I love food that has Middle Eastern flavours so would love to head to Izmir to try out their dishes. Looks like you enjoyed it.
Everything I see here makes my mouthwatering. They are all delicious and looks like a perfect place for us to visit on this holidays.
I have never had Turkish food but I will try anything once. This looks great.
Oh wow the food looks incredible! What a delicious place to dine at.
I have never tried Turkish food. The restaurant looks great, would love to visit this place someday ☺
OMG Can I just say, I can’t help but drool over the picture! Who would not love to taste this!
Looks like you found a great spot to enjoy with your family. The food looks really delicious that makes me feel of going to there
all that food looks amazing. i could so dig in right now.
The Izmir Special looks like a great amount of food and great value for money. We need to venture out more and try Turkish food!