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Talulla's
When you walk through the shadowed glass doors of Talulla's, an instant transformation begins to occur. Your mind and body begin to relax. Your ears pick up on the eclectic mix of music. Your eyes wonder around the walls, decorated in Turkish rugs; then the ceilings, scattered with warm, unique lighting pieces; then the floors... the dark, hardwood floors; and finally, across the plush seating areas, disguised by cushions and pillows and fabric leisurely draped around the frames.
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86 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 86 reviews
5 stars
(41)
4 stars
(33)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(49)
- neighborhood gem(43)
- romantic(28)
- special occasion(25)
- good for groups(23)
- great for outdoor dining(8)
Talulla's Reviews List
Review 1 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Special evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"All of the requests made online were carried out perfectly -- from the special seating in the booth with curtains, to the champagne brought immediately to the table in celebration of my boyfriend's birthday, to the lovely dessert on the house. Perfect evening and wonderful food -- authentic in every way!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of the best Turkish restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"I travel and eat out. I like Turkish food and always look for a Turkish restaurant. I've discovered Talulla's few years ago. I don't get to travel to Chapel Hill that much but I wish I can more often, because in my opinion it is one of the best Turkish restaurant in the states."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 3 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed this restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed this restaurant and were sat down easily after booking a reservation, although it wasn't too busy for a Saturday night. Food was authentic and very good."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 4 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent choice!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautiful exotic interior, wonderful food explained by wait staff before you order. Famil run and friendly staff."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 5 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We hosted an exchange student
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We hosted an exchange student from Turkey last year and dined at several Turkish restaurants in the area to learn about and enjoy Turkish cuisine. Talulla's is the best. The food is delicious. The bread is wonderful. We enjoy sidewalk dining and sitting in the window alcove. The service is always great. We just dined there to celebrate my birthday."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Awesome food, but the experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awesome food, but the experience was dampened by our service. We went with a large party, and our server seemed overwhelmed. Took our order first then disappeared and brought our dinner out without taking anyone else's order. We ate a good 30 minutes before others ordered! Took some wine orders then left but then left without getting the whole table. This place is not good for groups! But the food was delicious. We might do a date night instead next time."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great time & place to talk & eat!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took my college son this time so we could catch up and it was a perfect atmosphere with delicious food. He was actually quite talkative and forthcoming about his life. Thank you, Talulla's!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for tasty meats
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place for tasty meats and mezzes, especially lamb and Adano."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful use of spices and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful use of spices and thoughtful presentations. With two dining, started with the sampler platter of cold mezzes with their bread plate and dipping sauce of red pepper puree, olive oil and spices, and a glass of wine each. Intended to move on to a main dish but were to full to do so. Definitely want to return to try more of their offerings."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 10 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Turkish food with great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Turkish food with great service in a nice ambiance."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 11 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect food, service and cocktails
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have dined at Talulla's three times, and every time has been outstanding.
My husband and I love the bread dip so much the waiter told us how we could make it at home. The service is impeccable, they know their menu very well and can always be trusted to recommend a dish if you can't choose from the wide selection.
The food is always a good quantity but not so much where you feel bad for leaving some on your plate. Perfectly cooked and presented, this is fast becoming our go to place with friends. The cocktails add that little bit extra to make it a fun night!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 13 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Quality and portions very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Quality and portions very good. I have never had Turkish food before so have nothing to compare with this food. I found the food to be very good with different flavor profile to anything I have had before. I would definitely return."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good change from the everyday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had lunch and enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Good for something different and staff described menu well. Enjoyed the booth by the window for the view of Franklin Street. Was quiet when we were there for an early lunch."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Talulla's is a Turkish Delight,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Talulla's is a Turkish Delight, from the mezze to the baklava. A greeting of "Merhaba" hello, It was as if we were in Istanbul, then our group of 8 was seated in one of the two front bay window tables, sectioned off by harem like drapery and surrounded by cushioned seats, and kilim pillows. WE began our daughter's birthday celebration with a cold appetizer tray, followed by hot appetizers- sigara boregi (cigar borek)and manti-meat filled dumplings in a yogurt, garlic sauce, larmacon-a pizza-like dough with a spicy meat sauce. Although this would have been enough for a meal, we did order entrees and desserts. We were served in a Mediterranean calm style, with enough time between courses to converse and enjoy the evening"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very pleasant, quiet restaurant.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very pleasant, quiet restaurant. Good place for having a relaxed meal and conversation."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2008
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Review 17 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Turkish Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went for dinner, the portions were good but the food seemed overpriced. The mezzes were great, we shared a lamb entree that tasted good. The dessert was the highlight and so was the coffee. Not a bad place to dine if you are in a group but it can be a tad bit noisy if you hope to have an intimate dinner."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 18 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing flavors!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing food and terrific ambiance."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Middle Eastern food is one
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"Middle Eastern food is one of my favorites. Perhaps Turkish food is somewhat different but I found myself wishing there were more garlic/oomph in the food. Otherwise, it was a perfectly nice dinner."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2006
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Review 20 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service was the only downside.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was the only downside. Not that the server was rude, just seemed very busy. Every item we ordered took a good amount of time to get to the table and the timing of the deliveries was way off. However the food was great! I recommend the meat assortment dish."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
For the web site and outside,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"For the web site and outside, the restaurant gives off the vibe of a warm venue to savor a culinary trip to another continent.
In person we found:
-table spacing is too tight to allow non-distracted conversation.
-the prices are high compared to the serving size and quality.
-the prices are high compared to the serving size and quality.
Most restaurants make a choice between client volume and revenue per client. It seems Talulla's is attempting to do both, which leads to a bad deal for the customer."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 22 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was my second trip to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my second trip to Talulla's and it once again didn't disappoint. Not the typical, trendy "middle-eastern" fare, but unique, if impossible to pronounce dishes. Very helpful waitstaff, though strong accents make understanding exactly what the dishes will be a bit challenging, adding to the fun. Affordable, and at least seemingly very authentic. A bit crowded, but overall a very good experience."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lackluster service, long wait
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lackluster service, long wait for food (it was busy though), great dishes, very authentic quisine. Glad we had a reservation as we were seated very quickly."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Chapel Hill Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have gone to Talulla's many many times..and never tire of it...it simply has it all...gracious host/owner, a vibrant bar that is great for sitting and eating, a warm atmosphere/decor, outstanding food and efficient/courteous service. If you are going to dine in Chapel Hill--Talulla's is a MUST GO TO dining nspot"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for UNC-CH!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The faculty enjoyed the food and service. Thank you for taking care of them! Also, the management took care of the UNC direct billing. I will definitely recommend Talulla's to other UNC departments."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 26 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went during Triangle Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went during Triangle Restaurant Week. For $20 it included an entree that normally sells for $18 and a dessert and an appetizer. All were great!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 27 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Talulla's is one of those
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Talulla's is one of those restaurants that just feels good. The food is quite good and the service was very good. It is not a fancy place, but it is one of those restaurants that can become special as one eats there many times over the course of years."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We really enjoyed Talulla's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We really enjoyed Talulla's for restaurant week. I'm normally really picky, but was trying to branch out. We went with another couple and everyone literally loved everything we had. Even with it being a restaurant week fixed menu, there were several (good) vegetarian options. None of us thought we had any room left for desserts, but only 1 of the 4 came home with us. As someone who's trying to venture into new foods and tastes, I found everything we had excellent. This is definitely a restaurant we will be going back to. Also, I had NO idea I actually liked baklava! Their baklava was amazing!"
Dined on 01/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 29 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We really enjoyed Talullah's.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We really enjoyed Talullah's. The food was excellent as well as the service."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Triangle Restaurant Week find!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We discovered Talulla's during Triangle Restaurant Week. We had a great meal at a very reasonable price, and we will definitely be back soon. What a beautiful dining room hung with vibrant-colored carpets and paneled in warm wood. The service was friendly and attentive. Best baklava ever."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Talulla's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great atmosphere. We went
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great atmosphere. We went for the special fixed price Triangle Restaurant Week menu. The mezzas and desserts were very good. I was disappointed in the tilapia, but my friend enjoyed the Sultan's Delight. I was expecting a lighter red wine sauce, but it was more of a tomato based sauce, and the spinach was oily and did not complement the heavy phyllo wrap."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Talulla's
Based on the average of (55) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate