Kömür: Ascot Vale's Very Best Turkish Barbecue in Melbourne.

Deep inside Ascot Vale, kömür stands as a monument to authentic Turkish barbecue. It was founded in 2019 by Chef Emir Uker, and it's otherwise a small establishment that has gained notoriety almost immediately after its opening because of its strict adherence to traditional charcoal-grilled dishes and warm hospitality.

Heritage of Flavor and Tradition

Chef Emir completely carries his culinary talent, so tightly attached to the family tradition. Emir polished his skills at his father's prestigious establishment, Katik Turkish; he now comes to Kömür with a lifetime full of experiences and passion. The restaurant's name means "charcoal" in Turkish and aptly describes its commitment to authentic, old-school grilling techniques.

Delicious Signature Dishes

Kömür is a papercut-out of flavors typically found in Turkey. Among the signature offers is Adana kebab-minced lamb spiked and skewer grilled to the finish- lamb shish rich in meaty succulence- more mains are well decorated by sides like hummus, eggplant dip, and a sumac onion salad-all fresh.'

A cozy setting with real-feel

This little joint has room for about twenty souls and has the magical feeling of small Turkish places. The sizzling meat sounds and flickering fire flames bring one as if outside Istanbul.

Awards and Recognition 

Kömür has become such an authentic place that when food vlogger Mark Wiens put it on his blog, he called it one of the best meals in Melbourne and introduced tens of thousands of viewers to this little place and itself into the, shall we say, "legend." Such entrees solidifying Kömür as a sacred shrine for every food lover. 

Visit Kömür

Kömür, located at 446 Mount Alexander Road, Ascot Vale, is open from Wednesdays until Sundays. For locals or travelers, a delicious meal in Kömür surely means an unforgettable culinary experience through a rich fabric woven with Turkish flavors.