Excellent food and service. It was our first time dining at Yayla Bistro. We enjoyed two appetizers, the fish platter and dessert with Turkish coffee. Everything was extremely fresh, delicious and delightfully aromatic. The ambiance was relaxing and very friendly. We will definitely return.

Here's the bottom line: the food is excellent, but the cost of the meal was excessive. There are other excellent Italian restaurants in the DMV serving food that's just as good, at a more reasonable price. My wife and I went to dinner and ordered for appetizers, the grilled calamari, it was really tasty, nd the Chef's Cigars. Also excellent. We selected Bronzino with sides and the fish was quite good. It was cooked just right and flavored extremely well. We had an Apricot Delight and I had a cup of Turkish coffee. The food was excellent as I said. But without alcohol, 2 appetizers and entrees, the bill came to more than $100 before tax and tip. Unfortunately, the price point is just too high for the dining experience. We likely will not return.

We decided to try this place as we were nearby. We went on a Friday afternoon for lunch. There is street parking but was quite a mission to find some. We did not make a reservation but was helped immediately . The host/waiter was very welcoming. The menu has a variety of options ( all delicious). We chose the grilled calamari and lentil soup for appetizers and shared the burger and flat bread with sujuk. The food came out quickly and the grilled calamari was really yummy. Slightly overcooked but that char with all the spices didn't disappoint. The lentil soup was probably one of the best lentil soups I have ever had. We had the burger medium to well and they cooked it too perfection. The only thing I would change is maybe order without onion. It was a bit thickly cut so I just removed it. The flat bread was good and great to share. The bathrooms were clean and the restaurant was clean.everyone was really friendly and the waiter/ host was truly wonderful with my son. He brought his chocolate ice cream and water in a plastic cup with a straw. They are so thoughtful here and it truly is a place I would visit again.

Tasting notes purely for my own memory. Grilled Shrimp and French Fries: Kiddo and adults loved them. Kids Grilled Chicken: Kiddo liked but not as much as the shrimp. Had a very strong grilled flavor but also stayed fairly soft and not dried out. Roasted potatoes: Soft and well seasoned. Adults liked them but it was a bit too much seasoning for the kiddo. Falafel: These are fine but not great. Instead of being balls with a soft center, they're flat pucks that are more fried surface than center. Not the kind of falafel I crave. Trio of Hummus, Cacik, and Htipiti. These were all good, not stellar, but worth getting again. Two pieces of bread was a good amount for these. Overall, this place seems to do the grilled foods quite well. The rest was good enough that I believe they likely have some real gems on the menu; I just need to try more to find em. It impressed the kiddo. While munching on a shrimp he exclaimed "Who knew Turkish food was so good?!"

Yayla bistro is one of the best in the neighborhood. We come here to get a taste of Greek cuisine. Everything on the menu is fresh and delicious. The service is exceptional and you are treated like family. Our go to choices are the chef cigars, hummus, seafood platter, paired with cocktails or wine. Our server Sephil was the best.

Food was good but portions were a little small. We had the spinach pide and the mezze platter for two. Services from Cesar was great. He was pleasant and helpful and kept re-filling the water. He joked around with us and we enjoyed his service. For dessert we got the chocolate combo crème. We will return soon.

Walked in on a whim late afternoon after dropping friends at East Falls Church metro (a stones throw away)... what an awesome find!!! Intimate small dining space with tablecloth bistro style tables that draw you in immediately. Complimentary fresh bread and muffuletta... We ordered the kofte wrap and spinach pie with margarita and their signature Flower Box cocktail ... ended with apricot delight for dessert (omg you HAVE TO TRY THIS!!!). The portions and flavors were absolutely perfect! The service was super. Can't believe we are only just discovering this place!!!

Amazing lamb chops. Cooked very well. Their appetizers and rice pudding dessert (sutlac) was delicious too. A very pleasant surprise.

Starting with its bread basket with olive spread and a nice selection of Turkish wine, Yayla offers many great dishes to try. My favorite is the lamp chops. I have been a regular customer and the grilled lamp chops never disappoint. If you have a large party, I recommend the mixed grill platter which offers an excellent value (and a perfect takeout option for dinner parties). To top off a nice meal, try the apricot delight. It is truly delightful. Yayla has a patio for outdoor seating, perfect for a nice summer evening.

Meat platter for two is excellent and very worth the value, extremely flavorful and good quality. The spreads and appetizers were just okay which is why it loses the 5th star. Service was very nice. Would recommend going in a group to get the meat and seafood platters!