Antepli Penn Hill brings the cooking of Gaziantep, one of Turkey's most celebrated culinary regions, to this corner of Poole. The menu centres on charcoal cooking, with kebabs, mezze and fish prepared in the tradition of Turkish gastronomy, served in a warm, welcoming dining room that balances tradition with a more contemporary feel.
The food
Expect the staples of southeastern Turkish cooking done properly: Adana kebab, mixed kebab and Beyti kebab all cooked over charcoal, alongside mezze spreads, fresh fish and a raki pairing for those who want the full experience. Vegetarian dishes, including saksuka, sit alongside the meat- and fish-led menu, and the restaurant finishes things off with baklava. As with any independent kitchen, exact dishes can change, so it's worth checking what's currently on before you visit.
Where it is
You'll find Antepli at 5 Bank Chambers, Penn Hill Avenue, BH14 9NB, in the Penn Hill part of Poole, a little inland from the seafront. It's a good pick if you're exploring this side of Poole rather than the harbour or Sandbanks end.
Good to know
Antepli is open every day, from midday through to 11pm, and offers dine-in, takeaway and delivery. It's a small, independent restaurant, so booking ahead is worth doing for evenings and weekends, call the restaurant directly or use the contact details on its website.
For more Turkish, Mediterranean and international options nearby, browse the rest of our food & drink guide, or see what else there is to do in the area in our things to do guide.