Okay i might be a little impulsive today with this review but when i enjoy my food, the restaurant has to be thanked! I only knew about this place thanks to yelp as usual. Durum Doner is pretty close to the gym i go to which is good...and very bad! Lol Anyway, when i arrived I didnt notice the place right away and had to do a couple of turns. Inside was nice and cozy. It wasnt a very large place but had enough space to accommodate maybe 10-15 people? There is also outside seating. I bet its nice during a nice sunny weather. As you can see in the photos submitted by many Yelpers, the food looks very good! One of the things that caught my attention was actually how they prepare their plates and how nicely the meats were cooked. When i tasted my orders, they did not disappoint one bit! Chicken and beef were very flavorful and the smell that wafted inside the car as i was bringing them home was sooo darn good it was almost torture. The rice that came with the beef and chicken gyro was flavorful for some reason and the mix of "noodle strings?" was surprisingly very good. Pita bread was nice and soft although became a bit soggy after since it was placed below the meat. Perhaps it was also to catch the oil? Hmm. But either way, i was a happy customer today and ate my big fill...Fyi after a workout. Not good!! But sometimes you just have to be bad right? Will definitely be recommending this place! read more

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Really nice couple own Durum. I really like the chicken shish and the shepards salad to go. They always keep me warm while I wait with free turkish tea! Very good read more

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Went in on a whim after searching for Mediterranean food in the area. The place is small so if you're not looking for it, you might miss it. Inside seating isn't much (1 big table and 2 or 3 small tables for couples), but it seems they have outdoor tables as well in the summer. The woman at the counter was super friendly and welcoming. She gave us time to look through the menu and was still attentive. We ordered the hummus, stuffed grape leaves, cigarette rolls, and chicken shish entree. The grape leaves were a little bland, but the rest of the food was great. It was nice to get each of our dishes as it was ready rather than have it sit on the counter and get cold. The chef was even nice enough to bring out a bowl of chicken soup on the house. The only negatives would be that vegetarian options are limited to mainly appetizers and falafel, and the pricing is a little bit on the higher side considering the portion size. Overall, its a nice little mom and pop spot to visit when you're craving some good Turkish food. read more

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A hole in the wall kind of turkish spot in totowa.the food is tasty and the portions are huge.The old couple who run the place are very friendly.They have some homemade turkish desserts available as well. read more

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First time having Turkish and I will be back! Great food and great service! Mom and pop spot. read more

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Amazing communication from the delivery driver, food was very good and filling. Portions were surprisingly big! read more

The lunch portion came with plenty of food. The red lentil soup was delicious. It was full of flavor with a slight kick to it which made it very enjoyable. The chicken shish was amazing- full of flavor and cooked well. The rice and salad were the perfect side dishes, however I could have done with not as much dressing in the salad, but still tasted great. Definitely enjoyed this meal and will be ordering from them again. read more

Durum Doner - Chicken Sish kebab lunch - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

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Incredibly amazing!! I wish I can give 10 stars for this place. Me and my boyfriend just walked in and taste their mixed grill and mixed appetizers which both of them were extremely amazing. Highly recommended!!!! read more

Durum Doner - Mixed Grill Plate - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

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Durum doner is great Turkish restaurant I have ever tried! Today they offer us chef's special beyti Kebab İt's made from Adana Kebab with special sos was super delicious! I will definitely come back again! read more

Durum Doner - Chef's special Beyti Kebab - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

After having lived in Totowa for 8 years, my brother and I stopped into this gem of a restaurant for the first time today. The lady at the counter was so sweet, made conversation with us, and even offered us a delicious cup of warm turkish tea while we waited. The tea was so inviting we actually ended up switching our order from take out to dine-in, and they kindly accommodated that as well. We both ordered platters, chicken gyro for me and beef/lamb shish for my brother, and the portions were sizable. I took half home for dinner while my brother finished his entire plate on the spot. The chicken was tender and savory, the rice buttery and flavorful, and the pita soft and warm. Would definitely recommend! Knocked down a star simply because I found it to be a bit pricey for a casual lunch in town (~$29 for the both of us). read more

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It is tempting to say that this place has one of the better Doner sandwich (/ platter). But that might steal the thunder from the excellent & authentic Turkish Tea that this small casual establishment serves. Likewise saying anything about the near perfect cup of tea might rob the spot light from the most amazing home made Ayran, made from home made Yogurt, that I have had this side of the Atlantic. Go there for the Ayran drink, go there for the tea, go there for the Doner, for the rice pudding, for the humus & grilled eggplant, for the slow passionate cooking by a husband-wife team. They cook, they serve, they make comforting small conversation, while serving delicious home made food. . read more

Durum Doner - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

This place absolutely AMAZING! I was curving for gyro and we decided to come here with my friend. I had the best lamb gyro ever. The stuff is very nice and they offer us a free baklava which was also very delicious. I highly recommend this place l. You should definitely try. They also the best chicken shish in the top of Mediterranean salad So delicious read more

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Dear lord this food is amazing. Without a doubt the best hummus I've ever had. Literally, every.single.item I was was so tasty. Their lamb kebab is very tender and extra flavorful. I can't say enough about this place. Such a gem! read more

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I have had this establishment bookmarked on my list of places to try for a while. While running Saturday afternoon errands in the area, decided to stop by with my daughter to give it a try. What a fantastic find! From the second we walked in the door, the husband and wife owner team were super friendly and inviting. My daughter chose the Gyro and I chose the adena kabob wrap along with a side order of fries. As we were waiting for our food to arrive, a few other customer stopped in and they seemed to have favorable past experiences. We noticed baba ghanouj in the service counter and the owner encouraged us to try some - since it was homemade. When I asked for a small sample along with their homemade hummus, she obliged with a nice size sample plate. It was so good, we decided to take a container home with us for the rest of the family to try! Looks like they do a lot of takeout, having three tables for those who wish to dine in. We decided to stay there to eat in the restaurant and glad we did. This great restaurant it's worth a stop if you are in the neighborhood or even driving by on interstate 80. It's just a few minutes off the highway and the neighborhood is very safe. Give them a shot - you will not be disappointed! read more

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One of the best Turkish restaurants in Totowa, NJ area. It's a nice and cozy family owned restaurant. The food is authentic and everything is made from scratch. We order Salata as the appetizer which served with Pita bread. For main course we ordered Lamb Adana gyro and Tavuk Doner plate (chicken gyro platter)served with the pilaf style rice. The tatziki spice was nice and consistent without mayonnaise . Loved the food. Would definitely recommend the place. read more

Durum Doner - Tavuk Doner Plate - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

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Quality, home made Turkish food run by a very sweet couple. From the moment you walk in, they are extremely accommodating and treat you like you're in their home. Excellent, fresh-tasting hummus. The french fries are the star here and made from scratch. Some were a little hard and undercooked but not a big deal. Very flavorful. Meat gyro was very good, a little more sauce would have made it even better. The fridge was stocked with various Turkish sodas and drinks, all very tasty. We will be back. read more

Durum Doner - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

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The food is authentic, fresh, and extremely tasty. It's an old world taste in a small modern setting with affordable prices. You will not be disappointed....... read more

Durum Doner - Chicken Gyro Platter - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

First time ordering will absolutely NOT be my last.......food is great.....good portions.....& omg if I had known the Turkish bread was included I would have added hummus to my order. read more

Durum Doner - Chicken Kabob - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

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Heard about the place from a friend and decided to try. No regret. We tried their mixed grill due to its our first time there, we wanted to taste the meat dishes. Yummy read more

Just had for the 1st time their shepherd salad and the Combo Kebab plate Adana Kebab and Chicken Adana Kebab with their white rice and salad. Not only did they deliver on time but all the food was to died for. I just became a fan. Thank you Durum Doner Turkish Mediterranean Cuisine read more

Tbh this was the best döner/kabob I had in New Jersey I'm from VA and I come here (to New Jersey) to eat real Turkish food and most of the time their not that great but for the first time I found an amazing restaurant they have really great prices large portions and tastes authentic and really good . They make everything so no unknown chemicals and ingredients veryyy friendly owners . Love the place definitely give them a try if you want to eat good quality food . Btw it's halal if you're a Muslim. The plate I got was a chicken adana it was about 13-14 dollars read more

Durum Doner - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

Fast free delivery and the homemade falafel and hummus was delicious very soft and flavorful. Their sauces were very fresh tasting and went great with the rice. The chicken was very flavorful and delicious too. It was a great last minute decision to order from this spot read more

Durum Doner - Falafel with Hummus - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

I love this place! The family who runs it is delightful. The food is excellent and portions fair. If you come in the shop, the owner will give you tea on the house as you wait for your food. A really cozy, intimate little hole-in-the-wall local joint. Try the falafel! read more

It was awesome food. I would suggest the beans salad and adana kebab. Thank you guys for free desert!

Probably the best middle eastern food I've ever had in my life. The hummus has a thicker consistency but the texture and flavor is on point. Their falafel is fluffier and lighter and just perfect with flavor as well. Their cucumber dill yogurt sauce is delicious. My husband got chicken Doner and I got a ground beef kabob. The spices were on point! Everything we had was excellent. The rice pudding and baklava were probably the best I've ever tasted. Small place with a few tables. We saw this place on Fios's Restaurant Hunters TV show and I just had to try it! Worth the trip! We were also greeted with gracious hospitality and excellent service! I can't wait to go back and try everything else on the menu! read more

Everything was so good. Amazing style of falafel. Kebab and gyro were so good. Baklava so good. Great lebni and tzatziki. Very large portions, the gyro portion would be enough to make 4 to 5 sandwiches anywhere else. read more

Durum Doner - Complimentary tea while we waited - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

Good portions for lunch sets. Our Kunefe was burnt so that was disappointing but other than that, the food was satisfying.

Picked up chicken gyro,hummus and rice pudding to go from here. I actually placed an order using Yelp and had asked for baklava but they ran out of it so they gave me rice pudding. The order was ready on time. I thought the chicken on the gyro was kinda dry but not bad. Rice pudding looked like was baked. It tasted ok, not my favorite. Hummus was good. Overall ok good. I will give them another try. I am sure they can do better. read more

Great, authentic hole-in-the-wall place for doner kebab and Turkish cuisine. Space is very limited in the restaurant, best for takeout when the place is busy. Owner was very nice and sociable, the falafel and hummus is a must try. Would recommend for sure! read more

The best Turkish food outside of Turkey. The owners are a lovely husband and wife team that make you feel welcome and at home instantly. I've had everything on the menu and it's all delicious from the hummus, eggplant, chicken kebabs, gyros, falafel, adana, iskander to the dessert, tea and coffee... It's all fresh, homemade and worth every penny! The best part is you get to see the chef prepare your food in front of you. I've been going here for over a year 3-4 times a week and it never disappoints. read more

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Good food, fast service, great price. Love their platter with rice, salad, and lamb so delicious.

Durum Doner Turkish Gyro and Kebab doesn't look like much when you pass it but don't miss it! Hands down some of the best Mediterranean food you'll find anywhere. We had the mixed appetizer which included baba ganoush, hummus, grape leaves, several eggplant salads, vegan kofteh, spinach salad all beautifully presented and served with fresh homemade bread. The lentil soup was fresh and delicious as were the chicken and traditional gyro sandwiches. We even got some lovely Turkish tea and sweets at the end. The portions were very generous too. Don't miss this place. read more

Great food at great price, nice people and inviting ambiance. I recommend the gyros and rice pudding. read more

Durum Doner - Turkish Near Me - Totowa, New Jersey

Absolutely love Turkish food and after having lived there a couple months, I've become a Turkish Food Snob. This place didn't disappoint. The staff were incredibly nice and attentive. read more

The food is super good, super fresh, and the owners are quite possibly the sweetest people on the planet! The prices are VERY reasonable and portions are generous. We've ordered just a couple sandwiches from them before for lunch (my husband and I both sometimes work from home) and they treated our two sandwiches like we were ordering $100 worth of food, with the owner delivering it to us herself! OH! The cucumber dill sauce is SOOO fresh and yummy - order extra! Only deducting one star because some times the gyro meat is WAY salty. (but still really delicious, haha). So happy this place is nearby! read more

Awesome spot! Walked in and grabbed a lunch special. They give you a lot of food for the price and it tastes greats.

I just order and the food was excellent. The grilled vegetable entree was amazing! There Shepard salad is one of the best I've ever had. I will be ordering more often from here. read more

*adana kebab (so good!! The meat is juicy and tender. Flavor is on point and not too salty; the salad is also nicely dressed and the spice on top is very fragrant) *salata appetizer (this is babogonoush FYI; amazing!!!!!!!! You can tell they grilled the eggplant first from that smokiness you taste; super smooth texture; the warm pita bread is the perfect vessel for the salata or honestly, I can just eat this by the spoonful) *doner kebab (beef gyro; not bad, I have had better but the one thing I liked about this is that it's not oily like some other places) inegol kofte (similar to sausage but definitely doesn't taste like sausage; the meat has a lot of flavor and is a little on the floral side; not my thing but I can appreciate the spices) *rice (OMG, their rice is amazing! I think I could be happy with just eating this without any meat; rice is fluffy and has a nice chew to it) *cold bean salad (all the ingredients are so fresh, there's a tad bit too much dressing on this however I don't really mind at all; despite the portion size, you don't feel heavy after eating this); *rice pudding (very interesting, I've had rice pudding at other Turkish places but this one is definitely different; not as grainy, I feel the consistency is a bit thinner than others; can't say I would get this again) This place is adorable! Love the service! It's a mom and pop shop, so she's taking orders while he's cooking in the back. She is so friendly and remembers people's faces. Food is fresh and delicious. Portions are big and totally worth every penny. Street parking only. There's only a few tables inside so consider take out if anything. They have outdoor seating too which is of course only when weather appropriate. Would 110% come back! read more

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This is a legit Turkish restaurant. I know because I am Turkish. I was very pleased with the quality of their meats here. The chicken and Adana(spiced hamburger like meat cooked on a skewer)were seasoned perfectly and their gyro meat was very lean and delicious in my opinion-rice was very good too. For those of you yelpers that don't already know, Turkish cooks pride themselves on the quality of their ingredients and they do not over season their meats because it would ruin an already amazing product. So for those yelpers that indicated no flavor, this is why. If you're looking for something with more spices then I would recommend an Afghan, Indian, or more Arab centric kebab house. I personally do not like a lot of spices in my meat, but to each his own. If you want to hit up a real deal Turkish spot then I would definitely recommend Durum Doner and bring your stretchy pants, lol. read more

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Recently I had gyro sandwich and it was overcooked and dry. I hope they can make it consistent with the taste when they had previous owner. I come here very often. read more