About Mezze Cafe - Mediterranean Grill & Hookah Lounge (Downtown)
Mezze Cafe - Mediterranean Grill & Hookah Lounge is a family owned restaurant in Downtown Austin crafting an authentic Mediterranean and Turkish dining experience. The food is prepared fresh from scratch daily, with highlights including hummus, gyros, shawarma, kebabs, Adana Kebab, Iskender, and Kunefe for dessert. It is considered a Turkish culinary heaven and a true taste of Istanbul.
The atmosphere is cozy and nice, a relaxed and inviting spot that avoids a dark or claustrophobic feel. It offers fantastic hot tea, amazing hookah, and mesmerizing raqs sharqi (belly dancing) shows. The service is top notch, amazing, and super helpful, with very welcoming staff. The manager brings an amazing energy to the restaurant. For a unique touch, there is occasionally a cool cat that hangs around.
It is a favorite spot for many, considered a second home and a standout in Austin, highly recommended for a visit.
