How Do You Say
Totally lucked into finding this restaurant, not that it hard to find. Landed there one night with two friends, and all three of us went out wowed, and we can be pretty snooty when it comes to food. The staff is very friendly and knowledgable, the food is consistently very good, and the drinks are fresh and generous. You'll want to bring friends and family here so they can nod at your sophisticated, erudite, yet excellent taste.
Recommended: Circassian chicken, appetizers, martinis, lamb kebobs
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10

A Turkish gem!
The food, ambiance, service and hospitality at this quaint Turkish restaurant are hard to beat! The mezes were delicious, the meat was cooked to perfection, and the desserts, too hard to pass up. I would definitely recommend this place for a date or with friends--they even have a great full-bar!
Recommended: all of them!
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10

Fantastic
Located in a great downtown area, Ephesus is the perfect place to go to with friends, a date, or family. Its down the street from many bars you can stop by in afterwards. Food is delicious, ambiance is fantastic. Hip but relaxing- my only reason for coming out to the East Bay (I live in SF)!!
Recommended: All the mezes are great
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 8
Overall: 10

BEST FOOD EVER
If you're interested in trying something different, Ephesus is the best place to experiment. Personally, I go there whenever I'm having a bad day to feel instantly relaxed and calmed. If I'm having a bad day, I leave floating on Cloud 9. The best place I've ever taken a date for a quiet evening, as you can park in the Century Theater complex and walk all of 200 feet over to Ephesus. Reservations are recommended for parties over 3 if you're coming after 7, but if it's a date then you should be fine. The style of food ranges from overall Mediterranean to Turkish and the drinks/wine menu is absolutely amazing. I am good friends with most of the staff and, after only 2 visits, they recognized me on site and remembered my favorite dishes. It is one of the only places in the United States where you can get Efes beer, a Turkish Lager, one of the finest beers I have ever had that compliments every meal perfectly. Finish off a wonderful meal with some Turkish Coffee and you've got a recipe for happiness. Can be pricey, but how much would you pay for peace of mind?
Recommended: Lamb Kabob, hot dolmas, huumus, Johnny Walker Blue Label Scotch (one of few places that has this)
Food: 10
Service: 10
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 10
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WOW!
If you're in the mood for a totally different experience Ephesus is the place to go. It's "Turkish Tapas" with an amazing assortment of dishes and kebabs. I highly recommend this place for special occasions. The service and food will surely impress your guests.
Recommended: Circassian chicken, zucchini cakes, filet mignon kebab
Service: 10
Ambiance: 10
Overall: 8