Kezban Mediterranean Restaurant is a family run Turkish and Mediterranean venue at 9-10 Commercial Street in Leith. Its colourful dining room sits close to the waterfront and is designed for both ordinary meals and shared celebrations. Food is prepared fresh, with the charcoal grill providing the kitchen’s central cooking method.
Cold and hot meze encourage diners to begin by sharing several flavours. Smoked aubergine with yoghurt, garlic and olive oil sits alongside halloumi, sucuk, filled pastries and falafel. Turkish bread ties the plates together and gives groups an easy way to explore the menu before moving to the grill.
Adana kebab, lamb skewers, chops, ribs, chicken skewers and wings make up the larger charcoal cooked selection. Banquets combine meze with mixed grills, rice and salad, while a separate vegetarian banquet offers a meat free shared format. Baklava, Turkish delight and yoghurt with honey provide traditional sweet finishes.
The breadth of meze makes Kezban suitable for varied appetites, although diners with allergies should ask about dairy, gluten, nuts and shared preparation. Service remains informal and attentive, in keeping with the family run character. Kezban brings the smoke and sociability of Turkish grill dining to Commercial Street.
Address: 9-10 Commercial Street, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JA, United Kingdom
Kezban Mediterranean Restaurant Menu
Cold Mezes
All cold mezes are served with hot Turkish Bread. Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Patlican Tarator
Smoked aubergine with yoghurt, garlic and olive oil. (V)
Ezme
Chopped cucumber, parsley, onion, tomato, roast pepper, garlic, olive oil, chili pepper, lemon juice and pomegranate syrup. (V) (S) (VG)
Humus
Chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic. (V) (VG)
Cacik
Chopped cucumber with creamy Turkish yoghurt, mint, olive oil and a hint of garlic. (V)
Biber Ezme
Roasted peppers blended with celery, mint, parsley, carrot, sundried tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of garlic. (V) (S) (VG)
Baba Ghanoush
Charcoal grilled aubergine, red pepper, tomato, garlic, parsley, onion and olive oil. (V) (VG)
Dolma
Stuffed vine leaves with rice kernels. (V) (VG)
Biber Kozleme
Authentic charcoal grilled peppers, lettuce, cucumber, carrot, parsley and olive oil topped with feta cheese. (V)
Kisir
Crushed wheat salad with tomato, cucumber, parley, carrot, lettuce, onion, celery, lemon, olive oil and pomegranate syrup. (V) (VG)
Mixed Olives
(V) (VG)
Feta Cheese Salad
(V)
Green Salad
(V) (VG)
Hot Mezes
Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Arnavut Ciğeri
Pan-fried pieces of lamb’s liver cooked with onions and homemade tomato-based sauce.
Hellim
Grilled halloumi cheese. (V)
Falafel
Deep fried broad bean and chickpea patties with fresh herbs and served with humus. (V)
Sigara Boreği
Deep filled filo pastry with feta cheese and parsley. (V)
Sucuk
Grilled Turkish sausage. (S)
Chicken Wings
Marinated spicy chicken wings. (S)
Mushrooms
Mushrooms cooked in garlic with parsley and feta cheese. (V)
King Prawns
King prawns cooked on the charcoal grill, pan-fried in fresh lemon juice, garlic and butter.
Kiymali Borek
Filo pastry filled with mincemeat and spices.
Kofte
Charcoal grilled meatballs served with homemade tomato-based sauce. (S)
Soup of the Day
Served with hot Turkish bread
Lamb Main Courses
Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Izgara Kofte
Charcoal grilled meatballs served with the chef’s homemade tomato-based sauce, rice and salad. (S)
Kaburga
Charcoal grilled lamb spareribs served with rice and salad.
Adana
Chopped prime lamb, combined with peppers, onion, parsley and flaked chili served with rice and salad. (S)
Ali Nazik
Charcoal grilled lamb topped with our yoghurt and aubergine sauce, served with rice.
Patlicanli Kebab
Charcoal grilled lamb served on a bed of fried aubergine, covered with the chef’s homemade tomato sauce and yoghurt served with rice.
Kuzu Guvec
Pieces of lamb cooked in an earth ware pot with tomatoes, onions, peppers, mushrooms, aubergine and garlic served with rice.
Iskender
Charcoal grilled lamb on a bed of breaded croutons, covered with special tomato-based sauce, yoghurt and butter served with rice.
Kuzu Shish
Marinated pieces of tender lamb cooked on an authentic charcoal grill served with rice and salad.
Pirzola
Lamb chops lightly seasoned, served with rice and salad.
Kuzu Baba Ghanoush
Charcoal grilled lamb served on a bed of grilled aubergine, red pepper, tomato, garlic, parsley, onion and olive oil served with rice.
Kiremite Kofte
Meatballs cooked a clay dish with mushrooms, onions and peppers topped with cheese and the chef’s special sauce served with rice. (S)
Karişik
Mixed Grill – Adana, lamb chop, lamb rib, lamb skewer, chicken skewer and chicken wings served with rice and salad.
Chicken Main Courses
Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Tavuk Shish
Marinated pieces of tender chicken breast cooked on an authentic charcoal grill served with rice and salad.
Mixed Skewer
Marinated pieces of chicken and lamb cooked on an authentic charcoal grill served with rice and salad.
Kanat
Marinated spicy chicken wings cooked on the charcoal grill served with rice and salad. (S)
Tavuk Guvec
Pieces of chicken breast cooked in an earth ware pot with tomatoes, onions, peppers, mushrooms, aubergine and garlic served with rice.
Ottoman Special
Pieces of chicken and lamb cooked in an earth ware pot with tomatoes, onions, peppers, mushrooms, aubergine, garlic, topped with cheese and served with rice.
Ali Nazik
Charcoal grilled pieces of chicken breast topped with our yoghurt and aubergine sauce and served with rice.
Patlicanli Kebab
Charcoal grilled chicken served on a bed of fried aubergine, covered with the chef’s homemade tomato sauce and yoghurt served with rice.
Iskender
Charcoal grilled chicken pieces on a bed of breaded croutons, covered with special tomato sauce, yoghurt and butter served with rice.
Chicken Ala Cream
Charcoal grilled chicken with mushrooms, onions, peppers and cream sauce served with rice.
Chef’s Special
Charcoal grilled chicken with peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomato and cheese, wrapped in pitta bread, topped with the chef’s special sauce served with Turkish yoghurt and rice. (S)
Tavuk Baba Ghanoush
Charcoal grilled chicken served on a bed of grilled aubergine, red pepper, tomato, garlic, parsley, onion and olive oil served with rice.
Vegetarian Main Courses
Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Sebze Guvec
Tomatoes, onions, peppers, mushrooms, aubergine, garlic, topped with cheese, cooked in an earth ware pot and served with rice. (V)
Hellumi Kebab
Grilled halloumi cheese with the chef’s homemade tomato sauce on the side, served with rice. (V)
Sebze Kebab
Onions, peppers, mushrooms, aubergine, tomatoes, served with home-made tomato sauce and rice. (V)
Garlic Mushrooms with Cheese
Mushrooms cooked in garlic with parsley and feta cheese served with rice. (V)
Pasta Ala Cream
Penne pasta with mushrooms, onions, peppers and cream sauce served with chips. (V)
Chef's Pasta
Penne pasta served with peppers, mushrooms, tomato and cheese, topped with the chef’s special sauce and served with chips. (V) (S)
Seafood
Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Levrek
Seabass cooked slowly on the charcoal grill, marinated with fresh lemon juice and olive oil, served with rice and salad. Takes up to 35 mins to cook.
Grilled Salmon
Salmon marinated with fresh lemon juice and olive oil, cooked on the charcoal grill, served with rice and salad.
Karides Tava
King prawns cooked on the charcoal grill, pan-fried in fresh lemon juice, garlic and butter served with rice.
Side Dishes
Portion of Chips
Portion of Rice
Portion of Turkish Bread
Chargrilled Onions
Homemade Chili Sauce
Homemade Garlic Sauce
Portion of Yoghurt
Portion of Chef's Special Sauce
Kids Menu
Our Kids Menu is Suitable for Under 15s. Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Chicken Skewer and Chips
Chicken Wings and Chips
(S)
Adana and Chips
(S)
Kofte and Chips
(S)
Lamb Skewer and Chips
Chicken & Lamb Skewer and Chips
Hellumi Kebab and Chips
(V)
Desserts
Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Baklava
Layers of pastry filled with nuts and sweetened with honey syrup.
Kunefe
Buttered kadayif noodles stuffed with cheese and sweetened with syrup. Served hot for a melting and stringy cheese.
Lokum
Assortment of Turkish Delight
Dondurma – Ice Cream
Variety of Flavours
Yoghurt with Honey
Turkish yoghurt topped with sweet honey.
Ask for Chef’s Dessert of the Day
Kezban’s Banquets
Minimum of 2 people for each banquet. Please advise a member of staff of any allergies or dietary requirements. All our dishes are cooked fresh, served once they are ready and may arrive at different times. (V) – Vegetarian (S) – Spicy (VG) – Vegan
Kezban Mixed Meze
Selection of cold mezes chosen by the chef served hot Turkish bread. Price: £15.95 for 2 people.
Kezban Banquet
Selection of cold mezes and hot mezes- Sucuk, Sigara Boregi, Chicken Wings, Hellim and Falafel served with hot Turkish bread. (Vegetarian Options Available) Price: £49.95 for 2 people.
Kezban Special
Selection of cold mezes and a mixed grill of Adana, Lamb Sis, Lamb Chops, Lamb Ribs, Chicken Sis and Chicken Wings served with rice, salad and hot Turkish bread. Price: £65.95 for 2 people.
Kezban Special Feast
Selection of cold mezes, hot mezes (Hellim, Sucuk and Sigara Boregi), with a mixed grill of Adana, Lamb Sis, Lamb Chops, Lamb Ribs, Chicken Sis and Chicken Wings served with rice, salad and hot Turkish bread. Price: £69.95 for 2 people.
Soft Drinks
AYRAN
Turkish Salty Yoghurt Drink
SALGAM
FRUIT JUICES
From Concentrate; Orange, Apple, Pineapple or Cranberry
SODA / TONIC WATER
200ml
COKE / DIET COKE / COKE ZERO
330ml
FANTA
LEMON FANTA
SPRITE
Hot Drinks
TURKISH TEA
TURKISH COFFEE
BREAKFAST TEA
GREEN TEA
MINT TEA
APPLE TEA
POMMEGRANATE TEA
ORANGE TEA
Spirits/Liquers
GIN
VODKA
JACK DANIELS
WHISKY
TEQUILA
ARCHERS
MALIBU
BACARDI
Beer/Cider – Bottle
EFES
CORONA
330ml
PERONI
330ml
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER
500ml
REKORDERLIG CIDER
Various Flavours
KOPPARBERG CIDER
Various Flavours