The Mezze Turkish Grill Bar &restaurant

Me and the lads fancied something different, and The Mezze had come highly recommended, so why not, eh? So, zero expectations. We were promptly greeted and seated, nice and friendly. The venue itself does look stunning, even to the point where it puts the rest of the arcade to shame and you feel like you're braving a Gotham back alley just to reach your dinner, but, I digress. Lovely atmosphere, not too busy (Tuesday night in November, to be expected). The menu does need a bit of a read, so we took a while to order whilst we caught up, but had some lovely flatbread and dips while we waited for starters. Sucuk and halloumi, and chicken liver to share, both of which were modest in size but really tasty. Bit of hummus with the aforementioned flatbread too very much as you'd expect in that department, but definitely looking forward to our mains. Turkish, so you'd best have a kebab, or is that too predictable? Lamb shish (for me), chicken shish and falafel main for my companions. The dish was served on a sliver of pitta with rice and salad, and was utterly delicious. Soft, tasty lamb with excellent accompaniment, and company. We all commented the same, alongside the fact that we didn't feel bloated, thirsty, or overly spiced, if slightly garlicky. Prices were moderately high, but you don't feel cheated because you've had thoroughly delicious food which is so much more than the posh takeaway you might have expected. I will definitely be going back with my lady, and I know we'll both love the food as much as I did this first time. If you're unsure, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Mezze. Full disclosure, me and the lads have a combined age of 138. No shortage of conversation either! Vegetarian options: Didn't look myself, but one of our party was vegetarian and didn't struggle to find a dish. Parking: The Regis Centre car park is very close and pretty much empty at dinner time.

Lunch menu coming I'm told which would be welcomed as the evening menu is on the expensive side. That said, the service was outstanding and the food excellent . Not in the most salubrious position but inside decor is comfortable and very clean. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3

Loved it. first time there but will not be the last. Slightly expensive but most tasty. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Absolutely, Humus, Mixed Kebab

First time here for a meal delightful, truly great. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £70–80 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Fantastic meal (even if a tad pricey). Would happily eat there again. Staff very welcoming, background music non intrusive. Due to the appalling weather, we were the only ones eating there that night, but still enjoyed our sons birthday meal immensely. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £40–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4