Hello Instanbul Introduces Turkish Cuisine to Cornwall
April 28, 2026Cornwall Ontario – A new Turkish restaurant opened its doors this past Saturday in Cornwall, welcoming over 250 guests throughout the weekend. Hello Istanbul, located in the west end of Cornwall, offers authentic Turkish dining experiences, including traditional breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.
Hello Istanbul Turkish Cuisine aims to be a business rooted in community.
“The name was created with the intention of warmly welcoming guests into the rich culture and flavours of Istanbul, a city known for its hospitality and world-famous cuisine,” says Hamza Hamish, one of the restaurant’s owners. “‘Hello’ reflects their friendly, inviting atmosphere, while ‘Istanbul’ represents authenticity, tradition, and the inspiration behind their food and dining experience.”
Mr. Hamish says they don’t just want to serve food—they hope to create an atmosphere inspired by the vibrant culture of Istanbul, with an open-kitchen concept where guests can watch chefs cook fresh meals in front of them. Experienced Turkish chefs, fresh ingredients, and focus on hospitality are the recipe for creating a memorable experience for guests.
Hello Istanbul’s menu features charcoal-grilled kebabs, fresh mezes, pide, seafood, desserts, and Turkish coffee. Everything is prepared fresh daily using high-quality ingredients.
Hello Istanbul is owned and operated by three business partners who have previous experience working together in the restaurant industry: two as chefs and one as a manager. Their shared vision is to work collaboratively to bring curated, elevated dining experiences to Cornwall. Hello Istanbul hopes to create a welcoming space where guests can enjoy fresh, high-quality food while experiencing Turkish culture and hospitality.
Hello Istanbul is located at 830 Second Street West, just south of the Benson Centre. The current hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday from 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Guests can contact the restaurant by calling 613-501-5307 .
For more information, please visit their website .