Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 07/05/2009 - 04:03.
5
Visited Ibos a few times now and the food and atmosphere are great. Great outside Patio! The bar is comfortable and offers great choices of hookah fragrances! The Mixed grill is awesome! Its all priced well and should be costing people more but isnt!Nice place ibo!
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 05/21/2009 - 17:27.
3
I've got to find this place as I am a great fan of Turkish kitchen. Also I have to admit I am curious to see if the treats they offer are the identical with local Turkish treats. The last time I've been in kusadasi I tasted some great traditional foods.
Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 03/29/2009 - 20:29.
5
My Turkish wife, Gulbeden "Rose," and I ate at Ibo's on 03/28/2009. Let me start off by saying I don't typically take the time to write about restaurant experiences, but I feel compelled to write about this one.
First, the atmosphere at Ibo's is understated, yet elegant, with warm earthy tones accented by lily-white spotless table linen covering the gold foundations. The place settings accomodate all varieties of food and beverage with plenty of room for the many dishes typical of a Turkish meal. Rose ordered her Turkish tea which was served, from the traditional dome handled silver serving tray, in a small glass rimmed and striped with gold with a small spoon and two sugar cubes in the similiarly adorned glass saucer. We were off to a great start.
With no Turkish beer choices at this time, I ordered a Sam Adams and it came in a tall stemed glass with a shape reminiscent of a voluptuous belly dancer and it was delightfully cold! We decided on the Karisik Meze Tabagi (mixed appetizer plate) consisting of hummus (chichpea and sesamee puree with spices), tarama (whipped red caviar with olive oil), haydari (a yogurt cream dish with dill and mint), patlican (grilled eggplant) salad and stuffed grape leaves (with rice, herbs, black currants and pine nuts) and lemon.
The appetizer was served with delightfully warmed puffed pita along with a bowl of olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping and was followed by a dense and hearty sesame flat bread, perfect for dipping into the appetizers. As we usually do, we decided to share one main course, we ordered the Karisik Izgara (mixed grill of lamb chops, chicken shish kaboob, kaserseri cheese kofte or ground beef with cheese and chicken adana which is chicken ground and formed on a metal "spear" and grilled). We also added a finely chopped Coban Salatasi, known as a shepherd salad, made up of tomatoes, cucumber, onion, green peppers and parsley and drizzled with olive oil and lemon, very refreshing.
Having lived in Turkey for over 5 years, I can tell you the food was fantastic! I explained to Ibo, one of the owners, I felt like I had flown to Turkey, got off the plane and went directly to the closest Turkish restaurant. Add to the food the tradtion of drinking the anise flavored alcohol liquour Raki or "lions milk" as it is called and I was right at home.
Ibo and Selmin, Ibo's partner and the Executive Chef, came by our table to visit and Ibo provided Rose and other guests with a small Masallah bracelet made of small blue and white stones or "evil eyes" as we American's call them. The stone's purpose is to ward off the evil spirits that constantly challenge us in our daily living. Selmin advised us on the dessert selection and we enjoyed a small sample of baklava, kazandibi pudding, walnut kadayif pastry, and apricots with cremefraiche and pistachios. Dessert was topped off with Turkish coffee which was robust and delightful.
Our evening at Ibo's was superb, the atmosphere was elegant with a duo on guitar and piano playing soft music throughout the dinner, which was accented by an absolutely captivating belly dancer who teased and charmed her way around the room encouraging audience participation. Overall, it was a spectacular evening of entertainment and the price of $80 for the two of us was well worth the expense. Ibo's is first class, Rose and I highly recommend you give it a try. We will definitely be seeing Ibo and Selmin again, along with our friends.
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 02:06.
5
Ibo Restaurant is great, love the food. I especially liked when the bellydancers danced around the restaurant, exciting is all I can say!! Was there on grand openning as well and the entertainment was fantastic.
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 12/24/2008 - 22:23.
We attended the grand opening and sampled several of the dishes and can attest that they are authentic and delicious. The ambiance is exceptional, the bar is exciting and the entertainment was excellent. (Live will be limited to weekends I believe- check ahead.) Ibo is quite a personality and the Executive Chef- Selmin is outstanding. We will be there often and will bring friends. Doug & Aysel Geller
Went there for the first time las week! Amazing food, Amazing decor & met Ibo... Amazing guy. Love the place and will be back!
Visited Ibos a few times now and the food and atmosphere are great. Great outside Patio! The bar is comfortable and offers great choices of hookah fragrances! The Mixed grill is awesome! Its all priced well and should be costing people more but isnt!Nice place ibo!
I've got to find this place as I am a great fan of Turkish kitchen. Also I have to admit I am curious to see if the treats they offer are the identical with local Turkish treats. The last time I've been in kusadasi I tasted some great traditional foods.
My Turkish wife, Gulbeden "Rose," and I ate at Ibo's on 03/28/2009. Let me start off by saying I don't typically take the time to write about restaurant experiences, but I feel compelled to write about this one.
First, the atmosphere at Ibo's is understated, yet elegant, with warm earthy tones accented by lily-white spotless table linen covering the gold foundations. The place settings accomodate all varieties of food and beverage with plenty of room for the many dishes typical of a Turkish meal. Rose ordered her Turkish tea which was served, from the traditional dome handled silver serving tray, in a small glass rimmed and striped with gold with a small spoon and two sugar cubes in the similiarly adorned glass saucer. We were off to a great start.
With no Turkish beer choices at this time, I ordered a Sam Adams and it came in a tall stemed glass with a shape reminiscent of a voluptuous belly dancer and it was delightfully cold! We decided on the Karisik Meze Tabagi (mixed appetizer plate) consisting of hummus (chichpea and sesamee puree with spices), tarama (whipped red caviar with olive oil), haydari (a yogurt cream dish with dill and mint), patlican (grilled eggplant) salad and stuffed grape leaves (with rice, herbs, black currants and pine nuts) and lemon.
The appetizer was served with delightfully warmed puffed pita along with a bowl of olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping and was followed by a dense and hearty sesame flat bread, perfect for dipping into the appetizers. As we usually do, we decided to share one main course, we ordered the Karisik Izgara (mixed grill of lamb chops, chicken shish kaboob, kaserseri cheese kofte or ground beef with cheese and chicken adana which is chicken ground and formed on a metal "spear" and grilled). We also added a finely chopped Coban Salatasi, known as a shepherd salad, made up of tomatoes, cucumber, onion, green peppers and parsley and drizzled with olive oil and lemon, very refreshing.
Having lived in Turkey for over 5 years, I can tell you the food was fantastic! I explained to Ibo, one of the owners, I felt like I had flown to Turkey, got off the plane and went directly to the closest Turkish restaurant. Add to the food the tradtion of drinking the anise flavored alcohol liquour Raki or "lions milk" as it is called and I was right at home.
Ibo and Selmin, Ibo's partner and the Executive Chef, came by our table to visit and Ibo provided Rose and other guests with a small Masallah bracelet made of small blue and white stones or "evil eyes" as we American's call them. The stone's purpose is to ward off the evil spirits that constantly challenge us in our daily living. Selmin advised us on the dessert selection and we enjoyed a small sample of baklava, kazandibi pudding, walnut kadayif pastry, and apricots with cremefraiche and pistachios. Dessert was topped off with Turkish coffee which was robust and delightful.
Our evening at Ibo's was superb, the atmosphere was elegant with a duo on guitar and piano playing soft music throughout the dinner, which was accented by an absolutely captivating belly dancer who teased and charmed her way around the room encouraging audience participation. Overall, it was a spectacular evening of entertainment and the price of $80 for the two of us was well worth the expense. Ibo's is first class, Rose and I highly recommend you give it a try. We will definitely be seeing Ibo and Selmin again, along with our friends.
William and Rose Hale.
wtdhale02@nlolslplalmlcox.net
Ibo Restaurant is great, love the food. Nice bar and hookah to come!
5 stars!
LisaRowe
Ibo Restaurant is great, love the food. I especially liked when the bellydancers danced around the restaurant, exciting is all I can say!! Was there on grand openning as well and the entertainment was fantastic.
The ONLY place in vegas for authentic Turkish cuisine. All ingredients used are fresh and top notch, highly recommended!!!
We attended the grand opening and sampled several of the dishes and can attest that they are authentic and delicious. The ambiance is exceptional, the bar is exciting and the entertainment was excellent. (Live will be limited to weekends I believe- check ahead.) Ibo is quite a personality and the Executive Chef- Selmin is outstanding. We will be there often and will bring friends. Doug & Aysel Geller
Great new place, warm and welcoming, great prices, great service and the food is all fresh mediterranean tastes! Nice bar and hookah to come!
Great new Turkish-American Resturant.
-Justin Gorgun
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