Turkish · Brockley
Meze Mangal is a warmly run, family-owned Turkish restaurant on Lewisham Way where the food — think freshly made hummus, gorgeous grilled meats and traditional kasir — has been drawing loyal regulars for over two decades. The brothers and their team have a genuine knack for making guests feel looked after, so bringing the family along feels relaxed rather than stressful. Highchairs are available and the restaurant is easy to navigate with a buggy, though there's no dedicated children's menu, so younger diners will be sharing from the main Turkish spread.
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