Istanbul Market and Café , Bakery

The only way to describe this place is to let you take the journey with me from my first visit.
Saw this place on a commercial, and I’ve been looking to branch my tastebuds out, so to the market I went. Nice, small market with tons of food from overseas. But I was instantly lost, because I wasn’t sure where the cafe was. After a quick glance you can see a nice meat cooler in the distance. Not that it was hard to find, but it took a minute. There were about 4 men behind the counter and I walked up like a teenager at the doctors office, unsure of what to say or order. I was immediately greeted and presented with the a nice visual menu as well as other items not listed, but could be found by scanning the menu barcode. After placing my order, the gentlemen pointed to the (most delicious) Turkish tea/chai, and offered me to have a cup and sit in the cafe area while I wait. And just around the isle sure stood a nice table set and chairs to relax and wait for your food. I decided to wander aimlessly around the market. I didn’t really know many of the foods they sold, but opened my mind to the dishes I could try to make with everything they sold. Which in that instance, a man (one of the 4 from behind the counter) saw me looking at the grains and rices they sold. He began to explain what some were used for and recommended a great dish to create. Like he read my mind and erased it if it’s ignorance. I instantly felt like I was shopping on the market streets socializing with everyone in town. Now ready for my food I venture back to now be offered very delicious olives they use on some dishes. Like a family member sneaking you food before it’s ready I was overjoyed and honestly very very comfortable now. We chatted with another employee as we headed to the front to pay…..where we were again offered sparkling water (tastes like apple juice) on the way out. I can say the food was a 9/10 but the atmosphere and service was a 20/10. I would go back just to hang out. They are now, family. And that’s how family should be treated. Thanks guys!!!!

They have food they make there .it's so delicious. It was something like a wrap clcharbroil chicken with fresh cut veggies so refreshing. I ate the whole thing. I didn't waste a drop of sauce either..

This is an amazing place.
They are Halal which helps so much for the Muslim community. They have their own restaurant and the food is pretty good food.

Their cheese bread is my favorite. The service and people are really friendly. They have a few international grocery items which is pretty neat especially if you need to cook a unique meal at home.

The chicken shawarma sandwich is amaaaazing, one of the best sandwiches I’ve had in a long time. The chicken was juicy and spiced to perfection, with onions and herbs cut finely and mixed in, and the flatbread was thin, chewy, and flaky. Go and try the chicken shawarma—you won’t regret it!

Favorite go to spot! Best Halal options
They have all the treats and snacks we grew up eating.
Feels like Home away from home🏠🤎

The staff were really helpful and nice. I needed shawarma seasoning and this place had some. They have tons of great spices and fresh halal meat. They have a great selection of other foods as well. It is small, but they have a good selection for their size. It was clean and the prices were great. If you are looking to add some spice to your food I highly recommend shopping here.

Love the culture of the store. I go there often to order lunch. Great people! It feels like a bazaar!

Authentic food and very nice staff. I definitely recommend you to come here in the mornings for their freshly made cheese pie and their Turkish breakfast

This food is simply awesome. Very rich in quantity and reasonable price.

One of the best places to get tahini in Madison! Struggle to find this consistently in Verona, but Istanbul Market has several products that are delicious.

Quick service, diverse array of foods, good customer service, just wish the parking lot was bigger!

I like this place Istanbul Market! The people are friendly and they go out of their way to provide good customer service.
I highly recommend you check out their Schwarma!
Their meat department is much cheaper than the regular grocery store.
Enjoy many things Turkish, especially the Baklava!

Very friendly place, they prepare delicious food

Great customer service. People are very nice and helpful in there. The kebab is amazing

I went to Istanbul Market because a friend was telling me about their new hot food kitchen. There, I was welcomed by Mirza and Yashar, two great people. This place makes you feel like you’re a part of a family. I highly recommend you stopping by and checking out this place!

I discovered that they sell goat meat about 4 months back. One of the very few places in Madison are, and probably the only place in West or South side. I have been very happy with the quality of the goat and chicken. They sell at a reasonable rate, and can cut you chicken to the size you want (and without skin). As an additional perk, their baklava and Turkish desserts are amazing as well.

One of my favorite places in all of Wisconsin. Every time my wife and I visit we feel fortunate that this business is nearby.

Probably one of my favorite store in Madison, they have everything that I need. Super friendly staff! Also They have a little kitchen inside the store where all the magic is. They cook unique Mediterranean foods which are absolutely amazing, Feel free to ask for a sample believe me your not gonna regret.

Mirza, Yashar and team at Istanbul market are so friendly and helpful. Very delicious food and Halal Pizza now available that I have to order from there every time I enter(shout out to chef Omar and Khaldoun!!!) I highly recommend checking the store, you would find mix of Internatinal food and groceries from all over the world. Keep up the good work boys.

Great food in less than 10 min!