Ottoman Taverna – Middle Eastern
Step into a sun-drenched sanctuary of Turkish hospitality, where the rhythmic clinking of glasses and the aroma of roasted spices create a lively backdrop for a true Mediterranean feast. The experience centers on a vibrant tapestry of mezze, featuring everything from silky, jewel-toned beet labneh and smoky eggplant dips to rich, savory hummus crowned with spiced beef. It is a place where ancient culinary traditions are reimagined through shared plates and bold, sun-kissed flavors, inviting guests to linger long after the last bite.
425, I Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20001 +12028470389 https://www.ottomantaverna.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Cold Mezzes
- Classic Hummus - $10.95: Chickpea spread with tahini, yogurt, lemon salt, olive oil, and pine seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Spiced Ground Beef Hummus - $15.95: Chickpea spread with tahini, yogurt, lemon salt, olive oil, and pine seeds with spiced ground beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Roasted Mushroom Hummus - $13.95: Chickpea spread with tahini, yogurt, lemon salt, olive oil, and pine seeds with roasted mushroom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Tzatziki - $10.95: Fresh labneh yogurt flavored with cucumber, dill, olive oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
- Atom - $10.95: Garlic-yogurt, celery, and sundried chili Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Ezme - $10.95: Sundried tomato paste with onion, green pepper, garlic, parsley, and Turkish spices Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
- Pembe Sultan - $10.95: Beets, labneh yogurt, garlic, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Muhammara - $10.95: Red pepper spread with walnuts and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Moutabal - $10.95: Charred eggplant, yogurt, tahini, garlic, and olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Cig Kofte - $10.95: Six pieces of bulgur-wheat kofte with tomato paste, red peppers, and Turkish spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Imam Bayildi - $13.95: Roasted eggplant stuffed with tomatoes, onions, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
Hot Mezzes
- Sigara Boregi - $12.95: Feta cheese and parsley wrapped in homemade dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Anatolian Dolma - $14.95: Grape leaves stuffed with rice, pine nuts, and raisins, with yogurt sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Butter Shrimp - $15.95: Sautéed butter shrimp with sundried chili and Turkish spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida
- Falafel - $13.95: Chickpea-vegetable fritters with yogurt sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Patates Kofte - $12.95: Potato cakes with crumbled feta and yogurt sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Icli Kofte - $15.95: Bulgur wheat stuffed with ground lamb and beef, onion, walnuts, and parsley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Grilled Halloumi - $12.95: Semi-hard cheese served with grilled tomatoes and fresh mint Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Roasted Cauliflower - $10.95: Served with Anatolian yogurt-garlic sauce, lemon, and olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Karniyarik - $15.95: Roasted eggplant stuffed with spicy ground beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb, Candida
Main Courses
- Adana Kebap - $26.95: Char-grilled spicy ground beef kebap seasoned with red peppers and spices, served with bulgur pilav, ezme, and carrot-red cabbage slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Beyti Kebap - $26.95: Char-grilled spicy ground beef kebap wrapped in lavash bread with eggplant purée, served with tomato sauce and yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Kofte Iskender - $25.95: Beef kofte served over toasted pita bread with tomato sauce and yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Kasap Kofte - $25.95: Beef kofte served with white rice, ezme, and carrot-red cabbage slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Lamb Lule Kebap - $25.95: Char-grilled ground lamb kebap seasoned with Turkish spices served with white rice, ezme, and carrot-red cabbage slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Tavuk Sis - $24.95: Char-grilled chicken cubes seasoned with Turkish spices served with bulgur pilav, ezme, and carrot-red cabbage slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Grilled Lamb Chops - $32.95: Thyme and pepper marinated lamb chops served with sautéed vegetables and eggplant purée Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Candida
- Salmon - $28.95: Salmon served with mashed potatoes, asparagus, and spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Traditional Moussaka - $21.95: Eggplant, potato, ground beef, béchamel sauce, and kashkaval cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Mediterranean Branzino - $34.95: Pan-seared branzino with Anatolian style potato salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Desserts
- Baklava - $10.5: Finely layered pastry filled with nuts and steeped in syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Turkish Coffee Tiramisu - $10.5: Turkish coffee, coffee liqueur, mascarpone cheese, layers of Turkish coffee-soaked lady fingers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sutlac - $9.5: Rice pudding served with walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Kunefe - $10.95: Homemade crispy kadayif pastry with cheese & pistachios steeped in syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Turkish Tea - $3
- Turkish Coffee - $4.5
- Ayran - $7: Traditional probiotic yogurt drink
- Efes Pilsner - $8: Turkish Beer