Galata Mezze Bar Restaurant
Galata Mezze Bar Restaurant storefront
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Turkish Cuisine, Reimagined

Where Tradition Meets Innovation

Vibrant dishes, warm hospitality, and a relaxed atmosphere in the heart of Sittingbourne.

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Galata Mezze Bar Restaurant storefront

Rooted and Refined

Why Choose Galata

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Vibrant Turkish Flavours
We believe Turkish cuisine is one of the world's most vibrant and heartfelt culinary traditions. Shaped by centuries of movement, culture, and shared meals, it brings together rich flavours and deep-rooted hospitality.
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Traditional Yet Evolved
At Galata, we carry that legacy forward. We honour traditional recipes, but we're not afraid to evolve. We take pride in creating a dining experience that's both rooted and refined.
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Warm Hospitality
Whether you're joining us for mezze, grilled favourites, or something sweet to finish, every bite is a celebration of flavour and care. It's more than food—it's history, family, and warmth on a plate.

Our Story

Culinary Excellence Across Borders – A Legacy Since 2005

What started as a passion for authentic flavors has evolved into a lifelong journey across the culinary landscape. Having successfully managed and operated diverse restaurants in various regions, we have gathered the finest techniques and secret recipes from every corner of the country. Now, we bring that wealth of experience here to your table. Our story isn't tied to a single name, but to the thousands of guests we’ve served and the rich traditions we’ve mastered along the way. Every dish we serve is a reflection of our history—refined, time-honored, and crafted with the expertise of decades.

Restaurant interior showing our heritage and atmosphere
Complete Dining Experience

Menu of the Day

Save 10% with this set menu.

Starter

Sigara Böreği

Crispy cheese rolls

£12.00
Main

Adana Kebab

Spicy minced lamb kebab

£24.00
Dessert

Baklava

Pistachio pastry

£10.00
Drink

Ayran

Traditional yogurt drink

£4.00
Total Price
£50.00
Offer Price
£45.00
Ali Nazik - Lamb over eggplant puree
Dish of the Day

Dish of the Day: Ali Nazik

A masterpiece of Ottoman cuisine. Tender cubes of marinated lamb served over a bed of smoky, roasted eggplant purée mixed with garlic yogurt. Finished with a drizzle of burnt butter and Aleppo pepper.

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Vibrant Turkish cuisine awaits you

Reviews from Our Guests

★★★★★
"The most authentic Turkish food I've had outside of Istanbul! The Adana kebab and fresh pide are exceptional."
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Michael Thompson
Food Critic, Zagat
★★★★★
"Finally, a Turkish restaurant that gets it right. The Hünkar Beğendi transported me back to the restaurants near Topkapi Palace."
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Ayşe Demir
Turkish Cuisine Expert
★★★★★
"Outstanding hospitality and incredible flavors. The mezze platter is a must-try, and don't skip the Turkish tea and baklava!"
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David Chen
Food Blogger

Authentic Turkish Event Catering

Turkish Weddings, Celebrations & Corporate Events

Host your special occasion in our private Ottoman-style dining room accommodating 10-60 guests. We specialize in Turkish weddings, engagement parties (nişan), and corporate events with custom menus featuring live kebab grilling, traditional çiğ köfte making, and authentic Turkish tea service. Full-service catering available for events of any size.

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Private dining room with traditional Turkish kilim rugs and copper lighting
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Finding Us

📍 Contact Information

Address

3-9 Station Street
Sittingbourne, Kent ME10 3DU

🕒 Opening Hours

Mon-Thu11:30am - 10:30pm
Fri-Sat11:30am - 11:30pm
Sunday12:00pm - 10:00pm