About Mangal Mezze Grill
The idea behind Mangal
The Taskiran Family & The Iseni Family
Two families, one dream
Two families, one vision: to present Turkish cuisine just as it is lived at home. Not staged, not simplified, but authentic. The Taskiran and Iseni families wanted to create a place where hospitality isn’t just a concept, but a way of life. Where the fire takes center stage. Where plates are shared because it’s the right thing to do. Not because it happens to be trendy. What began as a conversation at the table is now Mangal: a restaurant in Saarbrücken that interprets Turkish food culture with respect and brings together people who want to stay. Two families. One fire. One table for all.
Our Team
The people behind the dishes
Our team is the heart and soul of Mangal Mezze Grill in Saarbrücken. Each member brings their own story to the table, and that’s exactly what you can taste—in the kitchen, in the dining room, and at the bar.
Partner & Director of Operations
Esra Taskiran
Shareholder
Arta Iseni
Managing Partner
Jaser Iseni
Managing Partner
Volkan Taskiran
Quality Manager
Bleron Iseni
Head Chef
Tarkan Tunç
Sous Chef
Yaşar Kaypak
Kitchen assistant
Esmir Lacaj
Kitchen assistant
Sabriye Ozgur
Waitstaff
Nuriye Shenkova
Waitstaff
Endri Skenderi
Waitstaff
Pamela Padeanu
Waitstaff
Altan Taskiran
Waitstaff
Esila Akarsu
Reinigungskraft
Esther Abdul Rashid
Küchenhilfe/Reinigungskraft
Farzad Sarwari
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Who is behind Mangal?
Mangal Mezze Grill was developed and founded jointly by the Taşkıran and Iseni families. The managing partners are Volkan Taşkıran and Jaser Iseni, who worked together to develop the concept from the very beginning and brought it to life on Berlin Promenade in Saarbrücken. Esra Taşkıran and Arta Iseni are also partners in the company. Mangal is operated Mangal Jakan Betriebs GmbH.
Is Mangal available at other locations?
No. Mangal Mezze Grill is located only in Saarbrücken at Berliner Promenade 1-2. That is our only location.
What makes Mangal from other Turkish restaurants?
Mangal ist kein klassisches türkisches Restaurant. Wir verbinden authentische türkische Küche mit einer eigenständigen Cocktailbar, einem Eventkonzept und dem Sharing-Dinner-Format – alles unter einem Dach. Gerichte kommen in die Tischmitte, werden geteilt, Cocktails nach eigenen Rezepturen des Hauses. Dieses Konzept gibt es in Saarbrücken nur bei uns – und in dieser Form vermutlich auch deutschlandweit nicht ein zweites Mal.
What does "Mangal" mean?
Mangal the Turkish word for barbecue—more specifically, a traditional charcoal grill that has been used in Turkish cuisine for centuries. An open metal basin, charcoal, meat directly over the embers. In Turkey, Mangal , the Mangal is more than just a cooking technique—it is a social ritual. People gather, wait together, and share. The name actually sums up our concept perfectly: the fire takes center stage, and a sense of community forms around it.
What does "authentic" mean at Mangal?
We present Turkish cuisine just as it’s enjoyed at home—genuine, warm, and meant to be shared. At the same time, we bridge the gap with the West: our dishes are authentic at their core but modern in their interpretation. Our team comes from Turkey and the Balkans and brings that culture with them. Here, hospitality isn’t something we teach—it’s simply part of who we are.
What makes this venue special?
Mangal right on the Saar River—with a view of the water and a big-city vibe in the heart of Saarbrücken. The interior has a stylish and lively atmosphere, while outside you have the Saar right in front of you. Before or after your meal, you can take a stroll along the river or head into the city center, which is just a few steps away. The location makes for an evening that’s more than just a restaurant visit.
