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Bosphorus Restaurant
About
Bosphorus Restaurant: Authentic Turkish Cooking in Cary
On North Harrison Avenue in Cary, Bosphorus Restaurant has introduced the Triangle to the flavors of Turkey since 2006. Family-run and warmly hospitable, it’s widely recognized as Cary’s first Turkish restaurant and remains a go-to for authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cooking.
A Family’s Table
Bosphorus was built on the idea that food connects people across cultures and histories. The family behind it cooks from recipes handed down through generations, treating the restaurant as a kind of cultural bridge—an introduction to Turkish tradition through its cooking, its house-made bread, and its hospitality.
The Food: Kebabs, Mezze, and House-Made Pide
The menu runs deep in Turkish classics: char-grilled kofta and mixed grill kebabs, weekend iskender, mezze plates, and warm house-made pide bread. Halal, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options make it an easy fit for a range of diners, and the baklava is a fitting sweet finish.
A Welcoming Neighborhood Spot
Bosphorus keeps an easygoing, family-friendly atmosphere with table service, takeout, and accessible parking. It’s the kind of independent restaurant that turns first-time curiosity about Turkish food into a regular habit.
Plan Your Visit
Bosphorus serves lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday and is closed Mondays. Note that it’s BYOB—no beer or wine is served on-site, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Hours can vary slightly, so a quick call ahead never hurts.