Restaurant Side in Bochum

It was a wonderful evening with great food and very friendly service. We'll be back.

Delicious! Great value for money. Friendly and fast service. Pleasant, not too bright lighting. I highly recommend this restaurant! (Reservations recommended)

Lamb on a skewer, cut into perfectly uniform cubes, but unfortunately tasteless. Classic mass-produced food. And that's exactly how it tasted. The appetizers were okay, but nothing special.

I went there with a friend. Overall, it was a really lovely evening. We had plenty to talk about. The atmosphere was cozy, the noise level was pleasant, the staff was friendly, and the food was delicious. We'd love to come back!

Everyone will definitely find something to eat here. The menu is varied and the prices are perfectly reasonable. We were there during the week and it was quite busy. The food arrived quickly, but the service for ordering more drinks was a bit slow. However, I can still highly recommend it.

Yesterday, we all went to Restaurant Side for the first time. I had reserved a table for six and called at the last minute to ask if a highchair was available. The lady on the phone was very friendly and arranged for the highchair I needed for my granddaughter. We received a warm welcome. The drinks were served quickly (perhaps they should distinguish between beer and shandy next time 😁😉). Then everyone received a complimentary pastry roll. The starter salad was fresh and delicious. The food arrived promptly and exactly as we had ordered it (e.g., fries instead of rice). All in all, we were all very satisfied. Even when we each asked for a separate check at the end, it wasn't a problem at all. And to top it all off, we were offered complimentary tea or raki. We had a wonderful evening and are already planning another visit.

Our absolute favorite family restaurant for over 20 years 🥰 It's remarkable that Side has been around for over 20 years and the quality, delicious preparation of the food, and friendly, fast service have remained consistently excellent. A big thank you from us! 🤗

I was guided by the Google reviews, and our spontaneous visit far exceeded everything! I've rarely eaten so well. There were two of us, and we ordered the 5-course menu for two people. The starter came with warm bread (unfortunately, the bread baskets that followed were cold). After the delicious lentil soup, all sorts of antipasti and creams were served. The young waiter was very attentive. But there was soooo much! After a long break, we came to the main course. What can I say? Everything—absolutely everything—was cooked to perfection. The meat was super juicy and super tender. As a sauce fetishist, I didn't even have to look for it. It simply wasn't necessary! My friend unfortunately had to give up and had to have the rest packed up. The dessert was also delicious—but it was a real struggle to swallow. I'd love to go back—but a third to half less of the starter would have been perfectly sufficient! The whole thing was incredibly delicious! Thank you so much!!!

Good selection, deliciously prepared and fast, friendly service.

Very friendly staff, food was very good

There are few restaurants that consistently offer good quality. The food has been absolutely top-notch for decades. Thank you for that.

Unfortunately, our taste was not met, but then again, tastes differ and everyone should form their own opinion. Everything was made with fresh ingredients and served promptly, but ultimately we were not convinced. We had the Meze Menu 1 for 2 people. It was not our idea of ​​Turkish cuisine. The dishes were relatively unseasoned and inconsequential, with no acidity, spice, or heat. The best part - on the house - were the delicious börek. The 16 meze were simply placed in front of us, and no one explained which of the numerous meze they were. The cold meze were served on one plate. The service was attentive but unfortunately nothing more. Based on the good reviews, we had expected a lot more. Including drinks, we paid 80 euros. Actually, it was perfectly fine, but for us, given the food, service, and ambience, it was too little for a next visit.

Anyone coming from Anatolia should never come here. If someone gives us what they call Adana kebab, we will lynch them. It was that bad. Avoid, don't come.

Super delicious and very friendly service! We'd be happy to go again!

Very good Turkish cuisine, great beer garden

Fantastic, we've enjoyed coming back for years. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality.

We went to dinner today with four people and a toddler, and we were more than satisfied with the food, staff, service, and atmosphere. 👍😋 We will definitely be back. We highly recommend it.

Very tasty food, not kebab, but authentic Turkish cuisine. The staff is super friendly and the price is right. It's best to reserve a table in advance by phone.

Incredible value for money: We ordered the multi-course menu for two (approx. €35 per person) and treated ourselves to plenty of beer and other drinks. The starter was the lentil soup Merçimek Çorbasi, salad, and various mezedes for bread, a main course with a mixed grill, and a dessert of ice cream with baklava. We were practically stuffed after the starters, but we spent a good five hours in a cozy atmosphere and were generally well served. However, we only learned upon arrival at the door that EC payment wasn't possible (broken), so we had to postpone the reservation by 30 minutes, and I even had to make the inconvenient trip to the bank to withdraw money. The food was good. The quantity was incredibly generous, and we had enough to take home to make two more meals. Unfortunately, the wine list left a lot to be desired; many things were missing. Overall: We'd gladly go back!

Super delicious here at this long-established restaurant in Bochum-Linden. The staff is friendly and attentive! Authentic Turkish cuisine. In summer, you can sit outside in the beer garden and enjoy. We look forward to our next visit.

Authentic Turkish restaurant...not your average grill joint. Delicious food with attentive service.

Coming originally from Hattingen and now living for 42 years in Ireland my cousin invited us and made a reservation. It was my first time in a Turkish Restaurant (rather than the usual take ways) and I enjoyed it. Al dishes were tasty, where of good portions, were well presented and the service was friendly. While I did not pay the bill, I did notice the prices and the food was well worth the money charged. A place which I will frequent when I am back for a visit in Hattingen.

Very tasty food, top service, consistently first-class for years.

While searching for a reliable, clean, and delicious place to eat during my visit to Germany, I chose this restaurant based on reviews and had a truly wonderful experience. The delicious food, the ambiance, the commitment to hygiene, and especially the warm welcome of the owner and staff made me very happy. It's a great privilege to feel like you're back home, even when you're abroad. That's exactly what I experienced at this restaurant. The tea served after dinner, in particular, truly brought home the sense of hospitality in Turkey. The atmosphere was natural, peaceful, and welcoming, as if I'd visited a restaurant in my own neighborhood. I would like to make one small suggestion: The lentil soup was delicious, but the amount of cumin was a bit too much. A little less cumin would make the soup truly perfect. My overall assessment: ✅ Cleanliness and hygiene: Very good ✅ Food taste: Excellent ✅ Ambiance: Warm and friendly ✅ Staff attention: Excellent ✅ For those visiting with an expatriate mindset: A true haven of peace I would like to thank the owner and the entire team wholeheartedly for this wonderful welcome. If I ever pass through here again, I will definitely return. While some of the best things in Germany are in this place, I'm in a very pleasant, welcoming restaurant with a wonderful view of Essen. The service offered by these restaurants is incredibly helpful – and I'm not impressed. Das Essen war wirklich lecker, die Atmosphäre sehr angenehm und sowohl das Personal als auch der Inhaber des Restaurants waren unglaublich freundlich und herzlich. Besonders der Tee nach dem Essen hat mich begeistert – es fühlte sich an, als wäre ich nicht in der Ferne, sondern in einem Restaurant in meiner Heimat. Ich habe mich hier kein bisschen fremd gefühlt, ganz im Gegenteil: warm, familiär und willkommen. Ein kleiner Verbesserungsvorschlag: Die Linsensuppe war geschmacklich sehr gut, jedoch war der Kreuzkümmel (Cuminum) etwas zu dominant. Wenn man die Menge etwas reduziert, wäre sie perfect. Meine Gesamtbewertung: ✅ Hygiene & Sauberkeit: Ausgezeichnet ✅ Geschmack der Speisen: Sehr gut ✅ Atmosphäre: Gemütlich und herzlich ✅ Freundlichkeit des Personals: Top ✅ Für alle, die sich im Ausland nach Heimat sehnen: Absolut empfehlenswert Vielen Dank an den Besitzer und das gesamte Team für diese schöne Erfahrung. We have never been able to get better results.

Delicious food, super friendly service, and very reasonable prices. We'll be back!

Nice ambience, delicious meat and friendly service.

Delicious Turkish cuisine. Friendly and welcoming service. We'll be back.

Side in Bochum reliably delivers really good food at more than fair prices. We've been there several times and have never been disappointed. The large garden area behind the house is particularly noteworthy. This is a real advantage, especially on hot summer days, as large awnings hang everywhere, allowing you to sit outside and relax even in the heat. The service is friendly, attentive, and fast, without being intrusive. The food arrives promptly, everything is freshly prepared, and attractively presented. The large meat platter was a real highlight. It was full of flavor, a real eye-catcher, and more than enough. Salads, side dishes, and dips round out the experience. The ambiance outside is very pleasant. Inside, they could improve things a bit with some new decor or a fresh look. It still feels like it did 15 years ago. Not bad, but with room for improvement. Conclusion: We're always happy to come back. If you're looking for good food at fair prices and value hospitality, this is the place for you. And it's best outside anyway.

Very good food. The quality and freshness impressed us. A lovely restaurant with the holiday flair of the Turkish Riviera. Highly recommended!

It was once again very tasty and the service was great as always, prices were great.

A wedding reception was taking place in the beer garden. The restaurant was empty, even though several tables are usually occupied at lunchtime. It took a while for a waiter to notice us and bring the menu. But then it moved quickly. The food arrived in about 15 minutes, and the drinks were on the table. Everything was appetizingly presented and well-seasoned; only the meat skewers were dry as a bone. There's definitely room for improvement here. Others do a better job.

The food was simply superb, as always. Highly recommended, both in terms of taste and quantity. I'll be back again and again.

This was our first time at Restaurant Side. The atmosphere was cozy and the service was fast and friendly. The food arrived quickly and tasted great. The meat quality and cooking were top-notch. The yogurt and garlic sauce with my dish went very well and was delicious. We'd be happy to come back.👍

Delicious! Huge selection of classic Turkish dishes.

Been there for the first time. Great food, good service

In Google maps it was open until 00:00. We were there at 10 p.m., they simply said the kitchen was closed!!! Never again

Although excellent in terms of service and ambience. Don't eat roasted beef. Disgrace. I've been eating roasted beef for 28 years, but I can't explain it. It was bad.

Been to Side again. My children invited me there for my birthday. Been there again and again for years. Not disappointed this time either and tasty and friendly as always. Ordering and picking up food over the phone was always great. Many thanks.

Unfortunately our visit was disappointing. The meat was completely unseasoned and tasted really bad. The rice was also disastrous. It's a shame, we were looking forward to a good meal.

Cozy Turkish restaurant with very friendly and attentive staff. The two of us shared a starter plate with four different starters. The house also provided two rolls of dough filled with sheep's cheese. The main course was diced lamb with white beans, ham and other vegetables. It was gratinated with cheese. Delicious. The other dish was diced chicken with bread and yogurt sauce. It was tasty too, but I found the other dish better. Each dish came with a delicious side salad. At the end we were allowed to choose between a free ouzo or tea.

I can recommend it. Friendly service and delicious food.

The lamb chops are highly recommended. Great staff. Good value for money.

Very nice experience, the environment was elegant and spacious, friendly service and delicious food. They gave us at the end a shot, recommended!

It was very worth it. Good service and delicious food

A really family restaurant. Great delicious food. Good selection, great menu. Everything your palate wants. Very friendly and attentive staff.

Extremely overpriced. The food doesn't look professional and the meat isn't seasoned. Fries were very sticky. Supposedly “grilled” meat had no grill flavor whatsoever.

Unfortunately the bad lamb chop I ate

Unfortunately the waiters weren't really attentive. Instead of Cola zero, normal Cola was served, the wrong side dishes were served with the dishes and requests were ignored, the "cocktails" were only 200ml instead of 400ml. Unfortunately we were more disappointed than convinced and cannot recommend it, even if the food that was served was delicious.

For today's visit and the recession, I'm referring exclusively to the boss and his behavior towards me. As a drink I have a long drink Selected. According to the menu, you can't beat the price/performance ratio. 0.4 l for €4.80 see photo. I ordered and then received 0.2 l for €4.80. I brought this to the boss's attention and he came with another card with a handwritten 0.4cl scribbled on it in ballpoint pen. You are a scammer! And your false pride ensures that you cannot see your mistakes. Sad, especially that he gave me someone else Bring card when I had it at the table. I have attached the screenshot of the menu online as proof for everyone. Conclusion. Go kid yourself!

Good value for money! Very extensive menu, friendly staff, well prepared food, no long waiting times. Good connections with public transport.

Definitely recommend this restaurant! On the one hand, you have to say clearly that everything we have tried so far has tasted very good and on the other hand, you can definitely speak of above-average portions! So far we have always had very friendly service staff and requests have always been taken into account. Always happy to come back. The decor is a little old, but it is very clean and always cleaned thoroughly when guests leave. Especially when parents don't pay attention to their children and let everything go to waste. 😂 Last time it was very impressive how thoroughly the table, bench and floor were cleaned.

After hearing for years how great Side is, we wanted to eat there. Everything went well with the reservation. The restaurant is beautifully designed inside. Unfortunately, that's almost the only positive thing I can say. The lady who served us looked unfriendly and was so. She couldn't explain anything about the card and didn't feel like doing so. We each wanted a small mixed starter plate with 4 starters and she said very condescendingly that that was far too much for one person, which couldn't really be the case given the price of 8.50. She also wasn't able to tell me if I could have fries instead of rice. So we just took an appetizer plate. There were 4 creams and 2x something with tomato and bread. Everything was delicious. But everyone could have eaten for themselves. It worked at other tables too. My partner's main course - lamb - was very tasty. I ordered saddle of veal baked with vegetables and cheese. The meat was very tender but completely unseasoned. Not even salt or pepper on it. The “vegetables” were onions, canned mushrooms and jarred peppers. In my opinion it doesn't work at all. The wine sauce was watery but ok. The biggest cheek, however, was the statement that the meat was gratinated with cheese. At best there were 3 strings of cheese on it. This has nothing to do with over-baking. The fries didn't taste good at all, I sometimes had the impression that they had been in the deep fryer several times. In addition to the food, it was annoying that waitresses came into the small area every 10 seconds to look over the tables. I found this very annoying and often unnecessary. Every time with a long face. I haven't seen a friendly face the whole time. Not even when paying. Hardly anyone could be understood because the mumbled was extremely quiet. Unfortunately, I can't think of anything good about the food as a whole and especially not about the "service staff".

The atmosphere is nice, but: my girlfriend ordered a long drink (Campari Orange), which was supposed to be 0.4 l. A 4cl mini glass came with 3 large ice cubes in it. After I told the waiter that it was never 0.4 l, he said it was probably a typo on the menu 🤨 Which long drink has 4cl?! He said no, not 0.4 l, how big should the long drink be? Every long drink is a larger tall glass, I've never seen a long drink like this, 4cl with 3 large ice cubes, so basically almost nothing to drink. Well, I definitely didn't think that was right. I told the restaurant they need to change their menu. The food was ok, we had Adana kebab and lentil soup.

Very tasty food. Friendly staff. Good service

Delicious! Thank you! Gladly again!

A really great Turkish resto! Man feels like he's in the side! Great service, food was good, portions were quite small and prices weren't super cheap but ok. There was a ter on the house and a delicious greeting from the kitchen at the beginning and at the end. All in all a really great resto and we'll be back!

Adana Kebab was very tasty and super juicy, the best I have eaten abroad. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere.

I can only give this one star! We had reserved a table here for December 24th, 2024 and received a confirmation by email. On December 24th We then stood in front of a locked door at 6 p.m. I think it's unnecessary to say that you can't spontaneously get a table anywhere else on Christmas Eve! As a result, Christmas Eve was canceled for us. The next day my mother asked why it wasn't open. She was then told that there had been no reservation at all. Although there is evidence of confirmation by email. Not a word of apology. And on a day like this. When we asked about the reservation platform, we were told that the restaurant operator had clearly confirmed the appointment. The fault clearly lies with the restaurant! Still not a word of apology - emails are simply not responded to. Very unfriendly to customers, just very unfriendly. Also towards my almost 80 year old mother. We'll never eat here again.

Went there for the first time yesterday and received a very warm welcome. The restaurant was full - but the very friendly service staff took the time to explain the dishes. The service was very attentive and friendly all the time. The dishes were very tasty and completely sufficient. We agreed (4 people) that we would come here more often.

There for the umpteenth time Always good Everything is right for me

This is how I imagine a Turkish restaurant...

We were satisfied with the starter and main course. Service also good.

The young waitress barely understood us. Adana was so bad that it has nothing to do with Adanaspiess.

Been there again after a long time, very tasty and plentiful, service very friendly.

We went to the restaurant for dinner yesterday and ordered grill plate number 70. All of the grilled food was not freshly grilled but just warmed up. Accordingly, the meat was very hard and completely dry. This wouldn't have happened in any Turkish snack bar with a charcoal grill. Ambience and service were good. And of course I can't say anything about the other dishes, but I won't try them either😉

A wonderful evening with great food and great service, always a pleasure.

It was our first time there and overall we were very satisfied. The lady who served us was very friendly, courteous and attentive. The gentleman who served us was also attentive, but his mood was neutral and seemed a bit annoyed/dissatisfied. Overall, we were served attentively. The meals were good. We order a starter, main course and dessert. It was tasty and reasonably priced. Large selection available for every taste. There was also a filled roll of dough free of charge as a starter and a raki after paying “on the house”. Flatbread also free of charge upon request. I find that very nice and must be gratefully mentioned. Unfortunately the rice was sold out and there was no schnapps that I wanted. But it's not that bad, we found good alternatives. We really like the atmosphere. This style and design of the room is great. The benches and chairs are comfortable, it looks clean and well-kept. The toilets are nostalgic but functional and clean. We were very satisfied and would come back. We also make a recommendation.

I wanted to invite my grandma to the Side restaurant for her birthday. DISAPPOINTMENT! They didn't want to let us in because we hadn't made a reservation. Even though I waited 20 minutes for us to somehow get a seat, they finally said that it wasn't possible. Very disappointed. NEVER AGAIN !!

Were there with a gourmet block. Worked well, was very tasty, good portions and nice atmosphere.

The Turkish restaurant Side impressed us with its delicious food! The grill plate was particularly enjoyable – fresh, juicy and wonderfully seasoned. The ambience of the restaurant is a real highlight: beautifully furnished, with a Mediterranean flair that invites you to linger. A small downside were the cold plates, which allowed the food to cool down more quickly, as well as the somewhat cool temperatures in the dining room, which was noticeable in winter weather. Nevertheless, the positive experience outweighs the negatives and we would be happy to come back!

Very tasty food, nice decor, attentive team. Will definitely come back, it was really nice.

Eating very well, the lamb meat was very soft.

Unfortunately, so far the worst Turkish restaurant we have visited. I had a plate with a lot of meat and it was okay, but my wife had ordered a casserole with pasta, lamb and cheese gratinated for 18.50 euros and you had to look for the lamb. It felt like it consisted of 50 percent onions and tasted watery. You could only eat the pasta, cheese and the minimal pieces of lamb. The salad and the small dough rolls as a starter were very good!

The food was very tasty. The service was super friendly and helpful.

Very nice there, food great. Everyone was very accommodating and very friendly.

For years it has been the top address if you want to bring Turkey home (culinary)

Was always there after nine because I couldn't set it up beforehand with my seminar in Bochum. They still accepted me as an individual. Extremely generous considering the restaurant was about to close at the time. Food great, service always friendly. I tried sheep's cheese there for the first time. This was unique in puff pastry. Highly recommended.

A really tasty, very clean restaurant in the heart of Hattingen. Everything was friendly and attentive throughout. Drinks are a bit more expensive, but the food is really good. My rack of lamb was pretty undercooked, but the lamb chops, turkey and steak were on point!

Were there with 4 people. Starter, main course and dessert were all very tasty. Friendly and attentive staff. The restaurant was well attended. Best to reserve.

Constructive review for the restaurant “Side” in Bochum Last Friday I had a reservation for 6 p.m. at the “Side” restaurant in Bochum. My companion and I arrived on time and were warmly greeted and escorted to our table, which left a positive first impression. We had already decided in advance for menu 1, which includes a grill plate, 8 starters (5 cold and 3 warm) and a dessert for €29.90. To our great delight, we were even offered 2 additional starters as a nice gesture, which surprised us very positively. The starters were served very quickly, within about 5-10 minutes, and tasted excellent. Unfortunately, after enjoying the starters, there was an unexpectedly long wait for the main course. After over an hour had passed and we had not yet received the grill plate, I spoke to the waiter Ahmed in a friendly manner at 7:15 p.m. I politely pointed out that we had an important appointment at 8 p.m. and asked for the main course to be served promptly. To my surprise, the waiter explained to me that I should have communicated when we were finished with the starters in order to receive the main course. This statement was incomprehensible and unprofessional to me, as one normally assumes that the empty plates will be cleared away and the main course will follow promptly. Even more surprising was that other guests who had placed similar orders at the same time had already received and even eaten their main course while we continued to wait. Unfortunately, when the meal was finally served at 7:30 p.m., it was too late to make our next appointment (bowling) on ​​time, which threw our entire evening schedule into disarray. Although the food itself was tasty, the long wait and unprofessional communication was disappointing for us. The other two waitresses, who always served us in a friendly and attentive manner and regularly asked if everything was OK, deserve a positive mention. They received a generous tip from me for their excellent service. Unfortunately I couldn't say this about Ahmed's service, which is why I only paid him the exact amount. Conclusion: • Positive: Friendly welcome, good food, generous gesture with the additional starters, attentive service from the female waitresses. • Negative: Unprofessional communication by the waiter Ahmed, excessively long wait for the main course, which disrupted our evening plan. Overall, the experience was unfortunately marred, although the start was promising. It would be desirable for the service team to be better coordinated to avoid such misunderstandings.

Unfortunately it was very crowded and very loud. The food, however, was fantastically delicious

A good restaurant. The food was good and the staff was very friendly and attentive.

Very tasty, discovered the restaurant during our short vacation in Hattingen. It was really delicious, more than plentiful and completely reasonably priced, we'll definitely come back again when we're in the area

We are always very satisfied and have never been disappointed. The food is great, the service is always nice and the atmosphere is cozy. We like it the way it is and don't need fancy shops

It was my third time there and I was still dissatisfied. This time the side dish I ordered was not brought. Waited briefly. Nothing came. The waitress then spoke to us. that the supplement is still missing. Answer: Coming immediately. Of course the supplement didn't come. Again I didn't ask and ate the food. In addition, the skewer was only lukewarm. Seemed warmed up. When I was clearing up, I informed the staff of the two deficiencies. A silent apology follows. I've had enough now. I won't come back and therefore won't recommend the store.

Very tasty dishes and attentive, always friendly service.

If you mention allergies several times and the waitress says it's not a problem, then I expect the promise to be kept. Very easy! The online menu even says that special requests will be taken into account because everything is freshly prepared and you should just talk to the staff. We did that - forcefully and repeatedly! Unfortunately, it wasn't taken into account at all, everything came to the table wrong and inedible and at some point we didn't feel like saying anything anymore. We wanted to have a relaxed meal and not an evening of discussion. It's a shame, it's actually a nice shop and the boss is nice too. He tried to save with 2 mochas on the house but unfortunately it was still disappointing for us.

Super tasty food and very good service.

I got to know this restaurant through my voucher book. I reserved the table online. We were very satisfied with our stay. The service was very friendly, the food was delicious, the selection on the menu was very large, and the atmosphere was also very appealing. We felt comfortable.

Very very friendly service, super cozy and great food! ❤️

Very tasty food in a nice atmosphere with good service. Our visit was well rounded!

Very small portions but otherwise very tasty, nice service

This was the first time I had real Turkish food and I have to say it was very 😋. The only thing I found very expensive were the drinks: 0.5 liters of cola for €6.50 isn't without it. But otherwise everything was very good, so we'll definitely come back again.

Super tasty for years, great service and reasonable prices.

A very nice restaurant. The atmosphere is very nice, you think you are in Turkey. Old masonry and lamps very beautiful. Service was very nice and friendly. It was the first time I ate Turkish food in a Turkish restaurant, otherwise only Bufeet on vacation. The food there was awesome. Mega delicious! We can only recommend it. You get a small starter with your order and either tea or schnapps as a nightcap. Super nice gesture and very friendly staff. It's always a pleasure to come back. ;) :)

Yesterday we had another meal at the Side restaurant. And we continue to be very enthusiastic. Great quality of food, very friendly staff. The prices are reasonable. We will be back. Promised !!!

Very nice staff, the food was very good. We will come again

Very nice restaurant! Very friendly and nice staff. Food not only looks good, it also tastes very good 👍. Were there for the first time but definitely not the last time!!

Went there yesterday by chance and we were absolutely thrilled. Be it the food or the service. The lady was very nice and considerate. We would like to go there again at any time.

It was so delicious, we'll be back