What do I even say? There's a reason the chef got a James Beard, truly. We've tried pretty much everything on the menu, and everything is delicious. read more

Balkan Treat Box - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

Updated review: Their brown butter hummus is elite and 1000% toddler approved - at least this picky eater enjoyed it. The cevapi was tender and delicious and our party devoured the whole plate. The pide with beef had a nice kick and great flavor all around. Helpful and friendly staff, high chairs for kids, and pretty quick food turnaround despite a heavy weekend crowd. read more

gosh DANG IT this place is amazing. Never had this kind of food before and honestly was nervous it would be too spicy for my sensitive palate. The doner was f*cking perfect. No notes. I could eat that thing every day if my body and budget allowed it hahaha! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Staff was great, ambiance is good :) thanks for having me and I'll most certainly be back![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Wow fully had a ratatouille scene mentally after taking our first bite of the pide. All the flavors just melted together and to my surprise the crust was stuffed with cheese! Absolutely to die for. The spicy halal chicken totally had no heat and was amazing on the doner. The tea was also fabulous along with the baklava. No notes! read more

Balkan Treat Box - Pide with halal chicken - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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The food is not as authentic as you think but the flavor is there. *see accessibility note If you don't have a togo order, be prepared to get overwhelmed on a busy dinner rush. The line goes out the back door and you better hope a table gets flipped in time for you to eat. I got the fish sandwich. The bread and fish had a smoke flavor but needed assistance from the sauce. It would better with some of the cabbage on it. The cabbage also needed more pickling. The house chips were great and had enough flavor. I also tried the "bread pudding". It was tough and more like a french toast and not at all soft. The whipped cream and sour cherries were the best. Accessibility note: This restaurant is not accessible. The "accessibility" entry is clunky and requires a lot of assistance to manage. The back staircase has railing but more than 4 steps. The front entry could be accessible if they lay ramp concrete to remove the small step. Also the Main Street patio seating completely blocks the sidewalk so wheelchair and walker users would have to enter the street. The newest award for the owner made the food hard to live up to, but I want to return. read more

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Outstanding flavor and quality of food !! I ordered chicken Doner - spicy halal chicken in somun with onion, cheese, cabbage, tomato, lettuce. It was served with Balkan chips. Superb quality and great service. read more

Balkan Treat Box - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

Wow, the flavors are off the charts! We had the brown butter hummus to start, then #4 had a nice but not too much spice on it and tasted amazing. Then we finished with the bread pudding which was scrumptious! Whenever we are in town, we will be stopping by. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great ambiance, excellent service, unforgettable food![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a long line and almost a full house when I first arrived with my friend.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, as we were closer to the cashier, we were able to spot a seat. Customers come and go, so it made it easier to find a seat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered Pide with a side of chips instead of the cabbage salad. I was only able to finish half as it made me full. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love how warm and comfortable the place is, so it was a pleasant experience to have my meal there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There was plenty of parking at the back so I didn't have to worry about it. read more

Balkan Treat Box - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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I've had this place bookmarked for so long and I've finally made my way here. It gets pretty busy (even when we came before what would have been dinner rush) but the queue moves pretty quickly and seats become available (you grab a table after placing an order). We tried the lahmacun and the pide with the chips. They were both prety hearty and not too heavy. The wood oven gave it a good smoky flavour. The chips were also quite tasty and you can tell the ingredients are thoughtfully prepared! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space itself is quite small and casual but the food does come out quickly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a must try if you're looking for something different. I would definitely come back and try the other dishes. read more

Balkan Treat Box - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

Great food! Also good timeliness and service from all of the staff that were working.

There was so much food provided here. They sort of don't know how to operate like a normal restaurant; you enter, order, pay, and then you're seated and get your food off their small menu. It's delicious though. They have specials that vary by the day and I got the Friday fish fry one which was delicious. The cabbage and chips were alright, but the beer they push is pretty gross. Also some of the wood blocks they have decorating stick out; I hit my arm on one not thinking the wall would be uneven and almost dropped a glass. It's in a cute neighborhood thought so I do reccomend hitting this place up. read more

Balkan Treat Box - Delicious Friday fish special - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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Food that made my brother that wasn't sure what Balkan food was say wow on his first bite of pide.... That's Balkan Treat Box. We went for an early dinner last Saturday since he had been driving much of the day coming for spring break. And as I rattled off where we could go he found Balkan intriguing. We were just after 5 pm. People were there BUT THERE WAS NO LINE. What magic is that?!?! He looked for a while at the menu and I said I needed a pide. We could get a couple of things to share. He handed me the menu and said I should just order. I ordered us the sopska salad, a vegetable pide special -- beets a key ingredient, and chicken doner. The salad came and he dove in fast. As he slowed a bit he said how much he enjoyed the freshness it offered. The pide came next and he was sold! Hadn't tasted anything like it but loved it through and through! He knew he would love the doner by then. And the line of happy people grew throughout our time there. Love that the whole Balkan team is so welcoming and service oriented, even had owner/chef Loryn Nalic stop by to touch base. My brother will be talking about this meal for a while! read more

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I can't wait to come back here. I visited here for the first time with my friend and the food was a 10/10. I got the Pide with beef and it was wonderful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was really clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the service was nice and quick. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a little loud, but I honestly didn't mind.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Came for lunch on my wife's birthday and had a great time. Food was delicious and came out quickly. We shared the 32 ounce Balkin cocktail and loved it! The server was friendly and kept checking on us as we sat and relaxed. Interior is well laid out and there's plenty of seats. Fun place to get great food and enjoy good company! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Still blocks the sidewalk with their chairs and tables. There isn't even 2 feet between the last table and the lamppost.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you can't fit you have to cross the street.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]So let's say you're at the corner and want to get to Imos, but you have to pass Balkan. You can't just go 20 feet from Balkan to Imos, you need to cross the street, go down, cross back over and come back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]And those tables are usually empty. Definitely empty when they are closed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I get you want outside tables but at the expense of people being able to walk (or use their wheelchair) seems wrong.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Just want my family to be able to walk past Balkan, currently we cannot and have to cross the street to get to the shops on this side.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Balkan Treat Box - Blocking the sidewalk. People in wheelchairs can't get by. - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Wow! Food, service, ambiance, everything here was great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I haven't tried many Bosnian restaurants but I will be coming back here for sure. The meat was very flavorful and the texture of the bread was perfect. Only thing was I wish there were more peppers to add the spice to the meal. I'll definitely be back! read more

Balkan Treat Box - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

This was by far one of the best restaurant experiences we've had. From the moment we walked in until the moment we were walking out we received a 10/10 experience. We walked in and while in line a staff member came by to explain their specials and menu, and when I asked their recommendation they gladly gave it. When we got to the counter to order the staff member welcomed us and made us feel super comfortable while taking our orders and had small discussion with us and was very personable. Our food came out FAST. This place has a system down and they do all things well. I was amazed at the level of service. Our food was all really good as well. I'm already planning My next trip back to try more of the menu! read more

Balkan Treat Box - Vegetable Pide & Chicken Pide & Fried Feta - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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I had Balkan Treat Box on my list for the longest time and finally made it on a random Wednesday evening for dinner - the wait was definitely worth it! We were shown in right away - you decide on your food, pay first (very decent price point) and are then seated. The service was lovely and the restaurant wasn't too loud despite being quite busy, which was great! I got a beef Lahmacun and my friend tried a chicken Döner, and you bet we wiped our plates clean. The inside of the Lahmacun was absolutely delicious (I highly recommend squeezing some fresh lime juice on, from the quarter that is served with the wrap) and very filling! We left with happy bellies and I'm excited to come back and try more of the menu. read more

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YUM! I have been wanting to try this place for forever and it certainly did not disappoint. We went around 12:30 on a Saturday, so we had a bit of a wait but it was definitely worth it. The staff was checking in with us regularly and we even had a nice chat with the chef while waiting to be seated. We started with the brown butter hummus. So good! I could have just ate that for my meal. We also split the ĆEVAPI, which was phenomenal, as well. That would be my recommendation! Although it's a small space, the delicious food and attentive staff made for a great experience. Will be back for sure! read more

Balkan Treat Box - #1 ĆEVAPI - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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Amazing food! I was completely in love with the Browned Butter Hummus (a special so hurry!) and my Doner. The iced tea was delish and I don't usually like tea. The service was impeccable. When we walked in we were the second in line and the line was already out the door. The staff worked patiently with us as we chose from an unfamiliar menu. Parking was streetside and was easy to find a spot. I can see myself craving this food!! read more

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Absolutely amazing. The Beef Pide was so incredibly flavorful, and the Sultan Salad was fresh, vibrant, & the perfect complement with chicken on top. Everything tasted high quality and generally healthy, which I love. It's such a fun, delicious change from the usual "going out to eat" spot. Didn't get the seasonal somun pudding this time but it's always a go to, whatever the flavor, it will change your life. Can't wait to go back, per usual! read more

Balkan Treat Box - #2 Beef Pide and SULTAN SALAD - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

Let's talked spiced meats. In my head, that's going to trigger thoughts of Balkan Treat Box. Kind of dumb name (but I get it, coming from a food truck), stupid good food. Drove up from Memphis for the day. I'd read about this place on Eater and had been curious. After procuring copious amounts of sausage from G&W, we headed over for a bite. This place is really, really well done. The staff is hyper-knowledgeable. I haven't had Balkan before. Greek sure, stuff roasted on vertical spits definitely, but not Balkan proper. I told the guy at the counter what sounded good based upon my review of the menu, he helped narrow it down for there. I got the #1, cevapi, aka little sausages in a massive pita with onions. Well damn. The warm slice of the meat, the buttery taste of the dollop of creamy condiment, the pickled red stuff...put them together in one bite and it's a bit overwhelming but delicious. The pita was most appreciated when sopping up the sausage drippings. The taste I had of the pide warrants this being the thing I order next time. Each dish had a depthy spiced profile. And not the same spice profile on each. The breads are all delicious. Despite all being Balkan, it's the variety that BTB offers that surprised me. So it's a 5 star joint. High praise...this may because I'm new to Slavic meats and spiced meats are my thing. Maybe there's a lot more out there, but for a guy from the land of smoked meats and catfish, the novelty by itself (though hard to discount the execution of each offering) biases me toward BTB reaching 'holy crap, where has this been since I've had teeth' status. I'll be back...and not quickly enough. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]We went to Balkan Treat Box for a quick valentines lunch. We tried to avoid the crown by going after the lunch rush a bit after 2pm but it was packed as usual.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's so good. Of course you can't blame folks for filling the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There was a line out the door even though it was raining. The staff did well getting everyone through the line and seated as quickly as possible. One server accidentally broke a plate while we waited in line. I appreciate the way the whole staff there always keeps calm and moves on. They had a valentines special dessert that sounded amazing but they were sadly out. However the bread pudding we did have was absolutely delicious. We love Balkan and would eat there more often if we could. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They need a bigger restaurant though! It's adorable and I love the decor, but it is always packed like sardines just due to the demand.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The food here is always phenomenal! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu! Everyone is also extremely nice. You order at the counter and they assign you a table. It can get quite busy but on a weekday before 6pm there normally isn't a line yet! It can get quite loud and busy depending on the time of day. read more

Balkan Treat Box - Beef Pide - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

This is a review for their catering. Friend catered several dishes for a group of 15 people at her house. We had salad with cheese and croutons, rice, hummus with toasted bread, chicken and steak with the pitas and an accompaniment of dressings, sauces, dips, etc. the order arrived on time and service for set up was friendly, excellent and efficient. Everyone LOVED the food. Every dish was delicious, fresh, tender, perfectly seasoned, and savory. Plenty of leftovers too. Highly recommend! ([[HIGHLIGHT]]As an aside, I stopped by their restaurant and next time I'm in town I want to eat in - it's super cute, warm, bustling and even more things on the menu to try![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The food, service, and ambiance was fantastic.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The only downside is $3.50 for a canned soda. For $3.50 I would expect fountains with refills. Thats a $40 12-pack. Also the baklava was very small for $9.00. Taste was excellent and the food portions were filling. read more

Balkan Treat Box - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

Truly such a gem. The hummus was my biggest takeaway from the whole meal, even though it's technically a starter. So cream and flavorful! I also ordered a pide, which was not only beautiful but really delicious and fresh. My friend ordered the doner which was super filling and packed with flavor. Overall, a solid spot with high-quality comforting food. read more

Balkan Treat Box - BROWN BUTTER HUMMUS - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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Service was prompt. Staff was helpful & friendly. Explained menu items if we had questions. Its a counter where you order & then they bring food to you. That's about it. The food was good. Ive heard amazing things. I think i expected more. Its a cute little spot for some ethnic ssandwiches/flatbreads. Decor is colorful. read more

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This is one of those places that definitely lives up to the hype! Balkan Treat Box serves up bold Balkan flavors with a twist. Every dish they serve is packed with flavor and served fresh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's got a casual vibe but expect long lines that are totally worth the wait.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The fish Balik Ekmek is everything! It's packed with a huge piece of fish, veggies, and the BTB signature sauce. The grilled fish is tender and perfectly seasoned. The sides are not to be missed either. Both the cabbage salad and chips are so addicting! read more

The dessert and bread were outstanding. The fish and other sandwiches were very good, but not the stuff of James Beard Awards. I will come back and try more, but probably do takeout. It is really hard to stand in line and place an order before you can take a seat especially if you don't know the menu and there are people waiting in line behind you. The restaurant was only half full, yet they came out to get us to pay the bill before dessert was even served, so not a very hospitable experience. Honestly, the food truck was a better experience. But I am willing to give it at least another shot given the interview I heard with the chef. read more

I absolutely recommend Balkan Treat Box! The hummus was full of flavor, and the soft bread it came with was the cherry on top. The Lahmacun had the perfect combination of smoky tender meat and veggies, all wrapped in a soft, flavorful bread. The Pide was also very good - warm combination of cheese, meat, and tomatoes on a chewey, smoky bread. The man behind the counter is also incredibly nice! He thoroughly explained everything on the menu to us and also gave us recommendations based on the most popular items. 100% coming back! read more

Balkan Treat Box - LAHMACUN #4 & PIDE #2 - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love everything about this place -- the ease of ordering, the friendliness of the staff, the offered recommendations when you're unfamiliar with the cuisine, the indoor and outdoor seating options, and most of all the food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I've been here three times in the past 4 years and their quality and service has stayed consistent! I'm always looking to introduce this to friends! read more

Balkan Treat Box - Chicken doner - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

The vibes here were a delight! It's a small-ish space with an order-first and get seated system that I think is efficient and quick. They have an interesting menu, and if I had the chance, I would have loved to try everything they offered. Portion sizes were very large and filling. Parking is kind of nightmare here because it's a popular area. Be prepared to walk, if needed be. Maybe it's the cuisine (I'm slightly new to Turkish food), but it felt like overall the food was bland. My friend agreed as well. Service was great though! This would be a great date-night spot! read more

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So, we officially stopped by Balkan Treat Box for lunch. This place is well-reviewed by almost everyone, whether it be a family member or a pro food critic. So, of course we had to try it out for lunch. Be warned, the parking is tight. We ended up parking behind a different business, (not sure if that's allowed or not but it's all that was available). When you walk in, you are instantly overwhelmed, but not necessarily in a bad way. The store is small, it actually replaced the Stratton's Cafe that we used to always dine at. The temperature is a bit warm, probably because of the ovens, and the entire place smells of Balkan spices. The staff were great at first, but then faded away as we began to ate our food. The guy who checked me out was very informative about the food, but then it took ages to get someone to refill our water. Granted, it was decently busy inside. The food was pretty darn good. I wouldn't say it was mind-blowing, but it was flavorful and presented beautifully. I got the Doner, and my Mom got the Spicy Chicken Pide. We both preferred the Pide. The dishes came with a side of chips, which were crispy but unremarkable. Would we come back? Sure! Will I be recommending it to everyone I know? Not really. Overall rating, 3.5. read more

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Came here 1 PM on a Friday during vacation and it was packed! Couldn't believe even on a work day there was a line. Very small menu and is ranked by the chefs popularity. I ordered #3 and my mom a #1 and the hummus which we were told runs out daily. #1- was flavorful but needed the spicy sauce hummus was not anything special or worth the $10. It didnt come with enough bread. #3 spicy chicken was good, it had tomatoes and was missing the red pepper flakes I asked for extra spice. Overall, everything was flavorful. I would come back if I was in the area but I don't think I'm going to drive 30+ min again to try. It's not an option but the doner with beef and spicy sauce I think would be very good! Limited table seating and was toasty inside. read more

Balkan Treat Box - DONER #3 - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

This is one of those places in St.Louis, that reminds me why I love this city. GREAT FOOD. I came in and was greeted to a packed house during lunch time. Order at the counter and be seated. The staff will bring out your food to the table. I had the Sopska salad and Beef Pide. The salad is made from fresh ingredients, tasty dressing then the Pide seasoned well, meat tender, and sauce flavorful. I am already looking forward to coming back and having it again. The pickled cabbage on the side was the perfect complement to add on top! Overall, a stand out experience from the food to the friendly staff and welcoming interior. read more

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Balkan Treat Box has been on my list for a while, and I finally made it over to WG to try it. First plus--the parking lot has plenty of spots, which makes it super easy compared to some other STL neighborhoods. Inside, there's a good amount of seating, but since the weather was gorgeous we grabbed a table outside to enjoy it. I ordered the classic Balik Ekmek sandwich. Full disclosure--I'm not usually a fish person but I actually really enjoyed it! The flavors were fresh and balanced, and it was definitely a unique sandwich experience. My only small wish is that they offered more sides. The sandwich came with just potato chips, which felt a little underwhelming given how creative the rest of their menu is. Overall I am really glad I finally tried it, and I'd definitely come back to explore more of their dishes. read more

Balkan Treat Box - BALIK EKMEK #6 - Turkish Near Me - Webster Groves, Missouri

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Well worth waiting for!! We had the doner and it was delicious, as well as big enough for two people to share! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It does get pretty busy, but I'm not surprised when it's so good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff does a good job to take care of you and help the line move along. Would highly recommend! read more

Balkan Treat Box had been on my list for a while -- and it didn't disappoint. You do have to stand in line to order before getting a table, but it moves along fine. The person at the counter was especially helpful with vegetarian options. We tried the daily specials: the vegetable pide, cheese pide for the kids, and the Patlidaan dish -- all fresh and full of flavor. The open kitchen and view of the pizza oven add a nice touch to the ambiance and overall experience. read more

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