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 closed
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, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spiced Ground Beef Hummus - $15.95: Chickpea spread with tahini, yogurt, lemon salt, olive oil, and pine seeds with spiced ground beef Dietary tags: Mediterranean, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Mushroom Hummus - $13.95: Chickpea spread with tahini, yogurt, lemon salt, olive oil, and pine seeds with roasted mushroom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tzatziki - $10.95: Fresh labneh yogurt flavored with cucumber, dill, olive oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Atom - $10.95: Garlic-yogurt, celery, and sundried chili Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ezme - $10.95: Sundried tomato paste with onion, green pepper, garlic, parsley, and Turkish spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pembe Sultan - $10.95: Beets, labneh yogurt, garlic, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Muhammara - $10.95: Red pepper spread with walnuts and olive oil Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moutabal - $10.95: Charred eggplant, yogurt, tahini, garlic, and olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cig Kofte - $10.95: Six pieces of bulgur-wheat kofte with tomato paste, red peppers, and Turkish spices Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Imam Bayildi - $13.95: Roasted eggplant stuffed with tomatoes, onions, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Mezzes
- Sigara Boregi - $12.95: Feta cheese and parsley wrapped in homemade dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Anatolian Dolma - $14.95: Grape leaves stuffed with rice, pine nuts, and raisins, with yogurt sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Shrimp - $15.95: Sautéed butter shrimp with sundried chili and Turkish spices Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel - $13.95: Chickpea-vegetable fritters with yogurt sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patates Kofte - $12.95: Potato cakes with crumbled feta and yogurt sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Icli Kofte - $15.95: Bulgur wheat stuffed with ground lamb and beef, onion, walnuts, and parsley Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Halloumi - $12.95: Semi-hard cheese served with grilled tomatoes and fresh mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Cauliflower - $10.95: Served with Anatolian yogurt-garlic sauce, lemon, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Karniyarik - $15.95: Roasted eggplant stuffed with spicy ground beef Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
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, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- 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: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofte Iskender - $25.95: Beef kofte served over toasted pita bread with tomato sauce and yogurt Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kasap Kofte - $25.95: Beef kofte served with white rice, ezme, and carrot-red cabbage slaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Lule Kebap - $25.95: Char-grilled ground lamb kebap seasoned with Turkish spices served with white rice, ezme, and carrot-red cabbage slaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tavuk Sis - $24.95: Char-grilled chicken cubes seasoned with Turkish spices served with bulgur pilav, ezme, and carrot-red cabbage slaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Lamb Chops - $32.95: Thyme and pepper marinated lamb chops served with sautéed vegetables and eggplant purée Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $28.95: Salmon served with mashed potatoes, asparagus, and spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Moussaka - $21.95: Eggplant, potato, ground beef, béchamel sauce, and kashkaval cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Branzino - $34.95: Pan-seared branzino with Anatolian style potato salad Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Baklava - $10.5: Finely layered pastry filled with nuts and steeped in syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Turkish Coffee Tiramisu - $10.5: Turkish coffee, coffee liqueur, mascarpone cheese, layers of Turkish coffee-soaked lady fingers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sutlac - $9.5: Rice pudding served with walnuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- 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 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
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