Had a delicious dinner at A La Turka, though the service started with a bizarre twist. We explicitly told the staff upfront we wanted to stay to watch the Knicks game in an hour and a half, and they cleared it. Then, mid-appetizer order, the manager suddenly told us we only had 90 minutes! We were shocked, but after our friend double-checked with the hostess, the issue completely disappeared.The rest of the night was smooth sailing. We got a nice window seat and our waitress was very attentive. The food was excellent--highly recommend the mezze platter, the chicken kebab, and the flavorful kofte kebab lamb patties with bean salad. The Turkish coffee martini and Tito's/club sodas were great too. I'd definitely return for the food! And perhaps if there were another sporting event! read more

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Rushed service to the max--from the time you walk in to the time you leave. Every course is on top of the one before it. The service surrounding each course was problematic. The second you sit down, you're asked for your drink order. They bring you a name brand bottle of water instead of offering tap water, which of course goes on the bill. When our waiter removed the appetizer plates, he said our entrees would be out in 5 minutes. We had 2 healthy sized appetizers so I said, we need a little more time. Can you push it out by an extra 5 minutes? And they did. But, as soon as you're done with the entree, a different waiter shows you a dessert plate. I said we needed a little time to decide. She comes back in literally under a minute. I said, you were just here, we need a minute to decide. My companion and I decided on a dessert to share, but less than 2 minutes later, the check arrives by someone else. Case closed! Food was excellent so I gave this restaurant a 3 star, but the extremely rushed service made for a very uncomfortable experience. I've been to this restaurant a number of times and I've recommended it. But it's generally the same feeling each time. This was the worst in terms of rushed service. I had a 6:30 pm reservation on a Saturday night and the place was packed when we left. I guess they don't have to worry about my review. But, I'll never go back. read more

I'm sorry to leave this review. This used to be one of our family's favorite restaurants on the upper east side- we have been coming here for almost 30 years. Unfortunately, it has changed a lot over the years and the most recent ownership or chef change has made it so I don't think we'll be back. It's not terrible, so I had to give 3 stars because food is just ok. But, it's incredibly disappointing because the food used to be excellent and super reliable, and now the price makes it so you are angry with the mediocre meal. Such a shame. There have been changes before now that made us still want to come back despite it not being as good as we remember. But, after ordering tonight and everyone was completely disappointed, I'm pissed I spent $100 on a barely edible mezze platter (why is there a section of mozzarella cheese???), a few scrawny zucchini pancakes and baklava? So upsetting! Even the bread is inedible and they used to have the best bread!!! There are so many other good places in the neighborhood. Take your money elsewhere. read more

The restaurant is not only beautifully appointed, but popular. Reservations, particularly over the weekend, are recommended. Meeting an old friend, we were happy to have a comfortable corner booth where we could catch up and enjoy our meals without being rushed. Served with a complimentary loaf of bread we ordered an A La Turka salad which is plenty for at least four people. T and I each chose kebobs. He, lamb, me chicken adana. I vacillated over my choice since another Yelper claimed hers was rubbery. I mentioned it to our server who assured me they'd take care of it if I wasn't happy. I was! Kebobs are plated with rice, uncooked strips of red cabbage and half a grilled tomato. My tomato was mushy. I think a better option would be a variety of smaller-cut grilled vegetables, simulating what one would find on a skewered kebab. My friend chose branzino, nicely fileted at the table. No bones! A server comes around with a cart of desserts. I'm glad I was out-voted with my companions insisting we share two. (I originally declined, but who am I kidding?! ) Rice pudding is creamier than what I'm used to, and delicious. The cake -- is it called "semolina?" -- was moist and coconutty. Very good! There are a number of middle eastern restaurants on the upper eastside. There are others I'd like to try which are less ornate and cheaper, but I'd happily return to A La Turka. read more

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Delicious Turkish food! Disclaimer: this is one of the few times I have had Turkish food, so I don't have too much to compare A La Turka to. Regardless, I enjoyed my meal thoroughly! I came with two friends (quite hungry) and we ordered the istanbul burian, feta cigars, manti, and cabbage rolls. Plenty of food with leftovers! Everything was tasty though a bit salty- my favorite was the manti- I loved how garlicky the sauce was. The istanbul dip had a nice robust smokey flavor. I liked the addition of pomegranate seeds a lot! Feta cigars were nice and crisp. The cabbage rolls were also good- quite filling. I loved the creaminess in this meal from all of the dipping sauces! For dessert we tried the Kazandibi. It reminds me of a panna cotta mixed with a creme brulee. The top was ever so slightly caramelized kind of resembling a creme brulee and the texture was like a slightly thicker panna cotta bordering on cheesecake. The pudding itself tasted of cinnamon and vanilla. It was nice to try but I'm not sure I would get this again. The restaurant is a bit loud though nicely decorated. We were sat by the window and it was rather cramped. Only one person can walk through at a time- rather inconvenient if you have to use the restroom mid-meal. I like the lighting at the bar area. This would be a fun place to go for a birthday- they change the music and there is a little parade- very fun! They seemed quite busy and perhaps because our table was hard to access, our waiter did not refill our water throughout the meal. We had to ask and even still there was quite a wait. I would maybe return, but want to try other Turkish restaurants first! read more

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Fantastic!! I felt like I based back in Turkey - the quality of food was that good! The service was excellent - they were very kind and responsive. The ambiance is intimate but pretty casual. We started with the shepherds salad, hummus with pastrami, lentil soup, manti and lahmacun. Then we got Adana kebab and lamp chops. Every item was simply delicious and I can't wait to go back! read more

A La Turka - Lamb Chops - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

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Incredible service and great brunch drink deal, I was left just a little unimpressed. $26 for a shaksukathat was a little bland with 4 thin slices of sausage and over hard eggs - I really enjoyed the drinks and vibe here but overall the brunch is pretty standard and $$ read more

A La Turka - Eggplant Shaksuka - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

I was standing at a high top with a baby on my chest. I was just finishing my second cocktail about to order food and they just sat someone at my table as I'm standing at it. Shocked and frustrated I had to track my server down to pay, which should of been the end of it, but the manager came out of no where and instead of offering an apology, he started arguing with me saying it wasn't clear what I was doing at the table. Idk, it's a restaurant, maybe I was doing what everyone on the planet earth does when they go out? I guess $40 of spend in 30 min wasn't good enough? He was so outrageously rude. I will never eat here again. There must be 50 restaurants within 10 blocks, I strongly recommend spending your money at any another restaurant in the neighborhood. read more

I had a wonderful dining experience at A La Turka. When I arrived, Ahsan kindly seated me by the window, which I truly appreciated since I always prefer window seating. Yagmur was very friendly and patient. She walked me through the vegan section of the menu in detail and helped me choose my dishes. Based on her recommendations, I ordered the Fasulye (Bean Salad), Falafel, and Eggplant Shakshuka. All three dishes were delicious, and they came with complimentary warm bread--soft, fresh, and served perfectly warm. When the food arrived, Cem, the manager, personally brought everything to my table and explained each dish so I could match the names correctly. His attentiveness and hospitality made the experience even more welcoming. Overall, I had an excellent Thanksgiving lunch at A La Turka--especially meaningful since most restaurants were closed. I truly appreciate that they were open and provided such warm service and great food. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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Entrees are filling and drinks are tasty. This is not a dine and dash place: food takes its time so that you and your guests can talk /and/ eat, and that's what everyone else was doing when we were in. Music is a little too loud, but you can still hear your dinner partners. Spent $140 for two people including tip. Would come back for a lesser anniversary or for a friend I haven't seen in a while who is visiting from out of town. read more

I came here on a Saturday at 1:30pm with a pulsd deal for brunch. We requested outdoor seating but then decided to sit inside to avoid the sun and they have a great seating area with fully open windows on a warm day so it was perfect. My friend and I got a mimosa and Bellini to drink and pancakes and rib eye steak and eggs. The pancakes do come with the syrup already on them so if you would like to control the amount, I would ask when ordering. The rib eye was seasoned and cooked perfectly. I really enjoyed it and the side of fruit was great. I am very appreciative of the fact that though we did 60-minute bottomless, they never rushed my friend and I after the 60 minutes was up and allowed us to sit and chat for as long as we did. It was a lovely brunch. read more

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Decent spot on the UES for Turkish food. Decent but nothing crazy. Ambiance was nice, they had resin countertops and walls, with deep blue furnishings. Service was good as well. We got two salads, calamari and branzino. Salads were nice and fresh, seafood was pretty good. Drinks were flavorful and delicious. read more

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Absolutely delicious food!!! Went here for restaurant week (weekday lunch) and it was really amazing. The restaurant itself is beautiful, lots of people even for lunch time. The service was great, though a bit on the slower side for the area we were sitting at. I felt that the server maybe forgot about us on multiple occasions but the food really made a great impact. Would certainly dine here again. For first course we got hummus with very tasty bread and eggplant shakshuka-- probably the best I've ever had. For second course we chose lamb shank which also had mashed potatoes and eggplant which is different than most restaurants and it really made a difference. The grilled eggplant really made the dish more complete. I really would go back to this place just for the lamb shank.The other entree we got was chicken shish kebab and it was comparable to other restaurants. And lastly for desert we got fig with walnut and it was very tasty. It was the very first time I've ever had it and was hooked. We also got baklava. I really would love to go back to this place again, maybe sometime at night because the restaurant looks very nicely decorated with lights. read more

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When in Manhattans UES and the Levant cravings set-in, I stop by the Sultans of flavor and hospitality at A La Turka. Pan fired liver is one of my favs as is the iskendar diner dish (prob spelled it wrong). I also love the stewed eggplant dish that includes a flavorful tomato and onion mix. In the spring it's the outdoor tables for me. I've been going there since they've opened and only wish that they open a West Palm Beach outpost following the trend set by other NYC notables. read more

My boyfriend got the stuffed chicken, I got the chicken Kebob and we shared the falafel appetizer and chocolate pudding + tiramisu for dessert. Every item was soo delicious! One star because the sav blanc was not to liking. read more

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Established in 1995, this restaurant is as old as I am--and I see why they're still in business. Food is delicious, portions are ample, menu offers a lot of choices, to satisfy picky eaters like me. Was happy with everything we tried. $9 lentil soup was hearty and satisfying on a cold Saturday, as snow was covering the city. $24 kusbabi pide [Turkish pizza with meat] was scrumptious: not heavy, crispy dough, flavorful tomato sauce, and perfectly sweet/savory chopped meat. $32 lamb shank was the king of the meal! Huge portion [great for sharing and taking leftovers home] and bursting with flavor. Meat was delicate and delicious. Shank was wrapped in the most delicate roasted eggplant, which elevated this dish. Vegetables in tomato sauce went really well with the complementary Turkish bread--mop up all those juices! Would order this dish again and again. Pleasant environment--pretty stone columns with thematic illumination provide a romantic vibe at night. You feel like you're dinning at a proper restaurant. Friendly and courteous staff. Quick service. Would return to sample more menu items. read more

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Came here for dinner with a friend recently on a very cold night, and we were so happy that the ambience was nice and cozy and warm inside. I was not particularly amazed by the food, but am not sure if it had to do with what I ordered. We each tried the same dish, so I can't speak for the rest of the food on the menu. We got the chicken adana, and I didn't love the consistency of it; I felt it was a little bit rubbery. The side of rice that it came with was pretty bland and lacked some flavor. The environment was more lively than we expected, but we thought that was a fun surprise! They seem to go all out for people's birthdays, so if you like to be serenaded, this will be a fun experience for you! read more

A La Turka - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

Had a great time celebrating my friend's birthday here! Started off with some good and aromatic bread that went super well with the Mezze Trio. It had tasty babaganoush, Burian, and hummus. I think the burian was my favorite with its creaminess and red peppers. The eggplant shakshuka was different from the shakshukas I've had in the past; their version is less saucy and really just eggplant and tomatoes. All of the apps were well seasoned, but portion sizes were smaller than expected. For mains, the adana kehab (lamb) was very tender and so was the chicken adana. They both had similar spices which I enjoyed and it comes with pickled veggies, chopped dill/green onions, and rice. The only off-putting thing was that ask all guests to not share entrees. While I understand the logistical and financial implications behind this, I think a nicer wording would achieve the same goal. Staff were nice and timing of food was appropriate for a weekday night (not too busy but I had a large party). The decor is cute with a dim environment and an amber marble bar top. For birthdays you can even ask them to place a candle on a dessert (must order) and they will sing/play music for you! read more

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My cousin and I went for Sunday brunch. Food was delicious. I enjoyed the lamb shish kabob served with rice, picked red cabbage, tomatoes and a little salad. My cousin had the Kafte Kabob along with side compliments. We both agreed the food was delicious. The atmosphere and dining area was very comfortable and pleasant. Conversation was easy to have without too much background noise. The downside of this visit which cost the star in the review; service was a little subpar. 1st it took awhile to have our order taken, then it took awhile for the food to come despite the restaurant not being completely full and finally the was no "mid meal " follow up. The classic question by the server after you started eating. I appreciate that little bit of effort when dining. Unfortunately this time it was missed. Because of the delicious food we would go back if in the neighborhood and desiring Middle Eastern fare. read more

A La Turka - My lamb kabob - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

I have been to this restaurant several times. All times I am always impressed with delicious food, service and ambiance. Alaturka was renovated and the ambiance is amazing. My last visit, I ordered mummara. It came with delicious buttery bread OMG. It was so delicious and I can't wait to have it again. As a hot appetizer, I ordered lahmacun. I am generally picky about the ingredients of lahmacun. Alaturka is the best. They served 2 pieces. I thought to myself I can keep one later but of course it was so delicious and I could not hold it and I ate all . As an entrée I ordered shaslik. They marinated the steak and it was extremely full of flavor. I couldn't stop thinking about it and I can't wait to go there again. read more

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First I will start with I wasn't sure of this place that my friend picked. However, I was pleasantly surprised with the ambiance, food, and service. It was very good. We sampled the feta cigars, the trio appetizer with hummus, kale salad and chicken kabob. All very good. The service was very good as well. Will definetly try again when in the upper east side. read more

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Whenever I am in the Upper East Side, I always stop by A La Turka for lunch or dinner and my overall experience with the food, drinks and service keeps getting better. The staff here is very kind and attentive as always. They greet me and they have a full understanding of the menu so they recommended a glass of Isabey Sauvignon Blanc which is a very nice and refreshing Turkish White Wine. It went very well with the Salmon and appetizer. Great food, great drinks, great service and great atmosphere. Which is why I highly recommend A La Turka if you're in the area. read more

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A La Turka delivers an exceptional dining experience--flavorful cuisine, expertly crafted drinks, ambiance and attentive service. Highly recommended. read more

Appetizers and mains shoved in front of us in 20 minutes. Terrible pacing. Not worth the money for the experience. We've been going there for 15+ years. Very disappointing. read more

Located in the center of the Upper East side, A La Turka is a hidden gastronomic treasure. You enter and are immediately taken to a world of delectable flavors and kind friendliness. Soft lighting, colorful décor, and the calming sounds of Turkish music fill the room as you walk in, creating an atmosphere that combines traditional Turkish charm and modern elegance. A La Turka's menu showcases the best of Turkish food preparations. Made with the finest ingredients and genuine spices, every meal is a work of art. The mezze platter is a great place to start your culinary adventure because it comes with a variety of flavor-filled mini plates like hummus, babaganoush, and stuffed grape leaves. Your taste buds are enticed by the tastes as they dance across your palate, leaving you wanting more. Savor the delicious lamb kebabs or the delicate chicken adana, which are served with fluffy rice pilaf and grilled veggies, as the main course. There are also lots of vegetarian options that highlight the richness of Turkish cuisine, such as the velvety eggplant moussaka or the robust vegetable stew. A La Turka's delicious sweets are a must-try after every dinner. Every sweet delicacy, from the delicate rice pudding flavored with aromatic spices to the thick and velvety baklava, is the ideal way to round off your meal. But the flawless service at A La Turka is what really makes it stand out. The staff is friendly and well-informed; they will take genuine pleasure in showing you around the menu and making sure that every part of your dining experience is above and above your expectations. Turkey's bright flavors come to life at A La Turka, a culinary haven. Whether you're looking for a special occasion to celebrate with friends and family or a romantic supper for two, A La Turka guarantees an amazing dining experience that will entice you to return. read more

The ambiance was pleasant and we sat by a window. The service was professional and efficient. The server made excellent recommendations. The food was well presented and delicious. We had the zucchini pancake appetizer, shrimp kebabs and the pistachio / cheese (Kunefe). Everything was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. read more

We've eaten here four times in the past few months...and we travel from Queens to do so! I believe I said in my first review that we enjoyed this food more than similar dishes we had at some very fine restaurants in Istanbul. It is an energized yet relaxing place. The waitstaff is friendly and efficient. Most importantly, the food is fantastic. Muhammara is a unique appetizer and a Turkish table staple, it is excellent, as is the fluffy bread you can spread it on. The Turkish spinach is another must have appetizer. Other uniquely Turkish dishes that are amazingly authentic at A La Turka are the manti and, of course, the various kabobs. We've tried nearly all the lamb staples, and enjoyed them all, but also go for the more gourmet dishes such as the lamb shank. It was fall off the bone incredible. read more

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Great spot for a Turkish meal. Food is delicious and the staff is terrific. Hummus, chicken kebabs, babaganoush, all the Turkish staples are on the menu. Decent prices too. read more

A La Turka - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here for lunch yesterday during restaurant week. There were 4 of us. The service was impeccable. Attentive without being overbearing. One person didn't care for an appetizer he ordered and the waiter brought him a different one with no questions asked. The portions were quite generous for all the 4 courses and we felt the price was very reasonable. Some delicious flavors too! read more

This restaurant & bar is amazingly exciting place with excellent lighting and decoration. It makes you feel like every evening of the week is like Saturday evening. Very professional and helpful staff. I asked the bartender if they have one of the best Turkish beer , Efes Pilsen, she told me not only they have "Efes Pilsen" but also they have " Bomonti" which is another great Turkish beer. This was a great surprise for me. I also had calamari which was delicious. Definitely recommended!!! read more

If you want to have a fun time on a Thursday night with delicious food, live music, and belly dancing A La Turka is the place to go to! Every Thursday starting around 8 pm they have live music that continues with a belly dancing performance, amazing Turkish singers, and Turkish music. The staff here are really friendly and super attentive and the food is delicious. It's a great place to come on a date, with friends or even family. Decided to come here on a Thursday night with some friends visiting from out of town. We had no idea that there would be live music and belly dancing but we were so glad to find out how fun this place is on a Thursday night. We ordered the cheese rolls, the lamb rolls, and the mini lahmachun for our appetizer and were so glad we tried all three because each item was so flavorful and delicious and great portion sizes as well. For our entree we shared the mixed grill platter that is big enough for 2-3 people and come with rice and salad. Loved the charcoal flavor and marination of the meats and how tender and juicy they were. For dessert we shared the kunefe which I'm still dreaming about. It was divine! Overall, my friends and I had an amazing time and I can't wait to come back here again! read more

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Second time here and it was definitely better than last time. Since last time, A La Turka went through a renovation. The plates they use & the glasses they use has gone through a revamp. The food has remained the same. The food is nothing special but hits the spot when you're coming for bottomless brunch (60 mins of mimosas, bellinis, bloody marys, and red/white sangria). As a group, we got the bellinis, mimosas, and both sangrias. The sangrias are strong - the fruits (apples and oranges) absorbed all the alcohol and you can tell they did not skimp. Food-wise, we got the burger, sujuk flatbread, shakshuka, and sujuk omelette. The food was okay - nothing special. However, the complimentary bread was delicious - warm and toasty. read more

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A La Turka is a very spacious and authentic Turkish restaurant. They hve live music with belly dancing on certain nights as well. The meal started with several appetizers (hummus, babaganoush, feta cigars). Out of these, the hummus was the best, but everything was fresh and delicious. Our main entree was a mix of the grilled meats. For me, the juiciest were the chicken kebab and kofte kebab. Like with the appetizers, the food tested very fresh and the meat was very well seasoned. This is a solid place to have good quality Turkish food. read more

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4.5/5 star experience! I came here a on rainy Saturday morning with my friend. We had a reservation at 11:15 am but can early and were seated immediately. I think they just opened so we were the only ones in the restaurant. I bought a voucher on Pulsd, which was $39 for bottomless brunch for 2 people. You get 60 min of bottomless drink and each person can choose an entree up to $21. When you make your reservation, be sure to tell them you have a Pulsd voucher. What we ordered: - Bellini's - Eggs Benedict (comes with side salad and fries) - Shakshouka Everything was amazing!! The food was super flavorful. I had a shakshouka a week prior and it was not very flavorful. Our sever, Yunus, was great! He was attentive and always filled our water and filled our Bellinis to the top. I'd definitely come back! read more

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Don't appreciate the bait and switch tactics of this restaurant. Made a Christmas dinner res on OpenTable. Walk into the restaurant and was handed a $90 pp prix fixe menu. We explained that open table didn't indicate it was a special menu, and they shrugged their shoulders and said, "well it's Christmas". I checked their website and sure enough, nothing about a special menu for Christmas. They wouldn't let us order a la carte off of their regular menu. So, we left and walked down the street to a lovely restaurant, which didn't try to price gauge us. Don't be sneaky, it's not a good look. I'll never go back to A La Turka! read more

Ambiance (4/5): the inside is dimly lit and very jampacked. There is an outdoor dining area that is enclosed with heat lamps. Personally preferred it since it is less loud, more intimate and spacious. Service (4/5): on a Saturday evening, there was no space indoors, since all the tables were reserved. However, we were immediately seated in their outdoor dining area, which was only 20% full. The service was okay in the outdoor dining area. Food (/5): Table bread (5/5): Wow! Their bread was extremely soft and had a nice seasoning to it. It was the star out of all the appetizers! Feta Cigars (4/5): it came in six pieces and loved the crunch from the pastry outer layer! While it tasted pretty good, I probs wouldn't get it again. Zucchini Fritters (4/5): The fritters were extremely flavorful, and I loved the garlic yogurt sauce. Additionally, there was another tomato-based sauce that also went well with the fritters. I would order this dish again. Chicken Yogurt Kabob (4/5): the chicken pieces were extremely tender and slightly flavored from its marinade. The portion size is enough to share between two, and looks like there is a lot more because it was covered in a sauce over a bed of soaked bread pieces, peppers and onion. read more

A La Turka - Chicken Yogurt Kebab - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

We've dined here 3x over the past few years--food has generally been good, including service. Unfortunately, on this last visit, we were heavily ignored by the waiter (purposely perhaps because we had a Pulsd deal?). We were never given water, and he waited other tables 2-3x before returning to ours. Upon ordering my third mimosa near the end of brunch time, he instead returned with the check 10 minutes later and with added gratuity (weird, but fine). When I asked about my drink order, he was visibly upset and said I never made the order. When I gently corrected him, he defensively replied it was past the time limit anyway (due to his inattentiveness) and then rushed off grumbling. In his shame, a different waitress returned with my drink and card. To be fair, he was an outlier based on prior good service we've received in the past, but we won't return again nor would we recommend (and based on other poor service reviews, he may be the same person). Get rid of him if he's not part of the restaurant family, and if he is, keep him in the back. Dine elsewhere folks. read more

Food was good and the restaurant is really pretty but won't go back because of the service and chaotic atmosphere. I'm sharing my experience as an autistic adult with sensory processing disorder so that others like me have a better idea of what to expect. I'm also vegetarian. My husband eats meat and lived in Turkey for a short time when he was a teenage. He really loves Turkish food and was excited to try this restaurant. We had a 7:30 Saturday night reservation and when we arrived (on time), the hostess asked if the bar would be ok. We said we'd prefer a table and were seated at a two-top in the center of the restaurant. Definitely felt weird that she tried to seat us at the bar when we had a reservation for a table. The tables were super packed in and cramped which is not surprising considering it's the city and they are understandably trying to fit as many people as possible but just be aware of this. If I had known, I might have requested a table near the window or a wall. We were at the end of a row of tables and the servers frequently hovered right on top of us when they weren't rushing past us and banging into each other. The tables next to us looked like they'd be impossible to get up from without asking those around you to move. We received water right away but it took 10 minutes for a server to come over. He told us about the specials and then disappeared without taking our drink orders! The table next to us received and practically finished their entire entrees before someone (the manager maybe) noticed that we hadn't ordered yet and got another server to take our orders. We sat down at 7:30 and weren't approached to order drinks or food until 7:50/55. After that, our new server was thankfully very attentive and the service was a lot better. I have no idea what happened to the other guy. The place is so, so, so LOUD. The acoustics are horrible. I couldn't hear my husband and he couldn't hear me so we basically sat in silence for the whole meal. Plus they had some birthday celebrations and turned the already loud music all the way up to sing. I'm fine with places singing to guests but this was over the top and obnoxious. Don't expect to go here and have a nice, relaxing meal with good conversation. Especially if you have auditory processing issues. There is only one vegetarian entree on the menu but plenty of the appetizers are vegetarian. The food was good. My husband enjoyed it. I wish they had more Turkish wines by the glass. Overall, I left overstimulated and really disappointed by the experience. There are many other Turkish restaurants in the city and sadly, we will not be returning to this one. read more

Very disappointing experience. The service was poor and the food mediocre. We were accidentally served the wrong dish, which we only realized after a while. When we brought it up, the manager was unexpectedly rude. He did offer to comp the dish, but then took the plate away, which made the situation even more uncomfortable. At that point, we didn't feel like waiting for our actual order and just asked for the check. We left feeling unwelcome and dissatisfied. We definitely won't be returning. read more

Over the years this restaurant keeps getting better. Tonight we enjoyed the homemade bread that was provided. Nicely browned and tasty with a mild garlic flavor. The à la Turka salad was also quite good. Several eggplant appetizers proved to be good choices. Finely chopped fresh vegetables with some feta cheese. The mixed grill entrée was generous with a large serving of delicious meats. The lamb shank dish was excellent with the meat extremely tender. Service was exceptional. The waiter provided a couple of updates on when our entrées would be arriving. Seating is comfortable and the location is quite good, a couple of blocks from the 72nd St. Q train stop. read more