The interior is cute and they have a parking lot in the front…read more The servers were warm and eager to answer any questions I had about an unfamiliar menu. I ordered the Journey to Baku salad, the Turkish bread, and the Guru Khingal. The salad needed a pinch of salt, but there was a shaker on the table and with that addition, it was a decent refreshing appetizer. It's sort of a spread so I would recommend ordering some bread to eat with it. The bread came out steaming hot and smelling amazing. It was soft and fluffy on the inside and delicious. I took the extra home and ate it all immediately when I got there. Delicious bread. The Guru Khingal is honestly one of the best things I've ever eaten in New York City. I wasn't sure exactly what to expect, as I have never eaten this type of food before. The tender, handcut pasta seems to be layered with flavorful lamb fat like the most decadent possible buttered noodles and the ground lamb topping is rich and perfectly seasoned. The yogurt sauce gives the dish balance. It's a fairly large portion that could easily be shared between two. I highly recommend this spot, the glowing reviews are not exaggerating at all. I often like to try new and unusual restaurants, and sometimes I enjoy them mostly for the novelty. That was not the case at Village Cafe. My meal here was delicious and I am eager to return, even with the 75 minute commute from north Brooklyn.

Ambiance (4/5): The restaurant is located a little farther from the street, almost inside a parking…read morelot, within a small homey dining lodge. I felt like I was inside someone's home and felt welcomed and comfortable. Not loud and well lit. Service (5/5): We came at an off hour during the weekend around 1:30pm there was still around 6 parties dining in. The staff provided good recommendations and good service. When asked for water without any lemon slices, they provided bottled water at no extra cost! Food: (4/5) - rated New York Times top 100 Best Restaurants in New York City in 2025 Every dish came with a small cup of sour cream / Tzatziki based sauce that went with every dish. This was a must and this was mastered very well. Kutaby with chicken and lamb (4/5) - we ordered one each but the lamb was far superior than the chicken. Guru Hingal (4/5) - served in a warmed bowl with a lid in a bed of soft pasta and minced lamb. The pasta reminded me of chow fun (Chinese rice flat noodles) and then some seasoned minced lamb. While overall there were flavors in there, it was still lacked flavors and required to be drowned in the Tzatziki sauces or perhaps a order of table hot sauce. Finally we got the Lamb Lulya Kebab (5/5): this was by far the best dish of the meal! The meat was so wonderfully seasoned throughout, juicy, and complemented well with the rice, onions, and tomato based dip. The wraps themselves were way too small to enjoy using hands so we definitely reconstructed on our plates and attempts with our hands.

The service could be better they forgot to bring us knifes for the dishes .Honestly we've had a…read morebetter Shashlik, this one was a bit chewy.

This is my second time at this place and let me tell you it was an incredible experience. I came…read morehere on the last night of Ramadan and then yesterday night one hour before they close but the customer service was still top notch. We were given a nice clean table that four people could sit on. We ordered the Mixed Grill that cost $103 but according to the menu it's good for three people. It had all the items on the menu (lamb, beef, chicken, fish, sausages etc). We got fresh garden salad, well made white rice and the grill was delicious. It was so good that we ate half of it and half of it we had to take it home. The bill was very pricey around $155 but adding the ambiance, customer service, food and clean bathrooms makes this place worth it. It's great for families and hang out with friends. Highly Recommend.

While visiting Industry City, I stopped by Kotti Berliner Döner Kebab and I'm glad I did. I ordered…read morethe chicken pita sandwich -- it was delicious and the portion was huge. I couldn't even finish it all by myself! The flavor reminded me of döner kebab from my home country. I'm not from Germany, but the taste felt very authentic and close to Turkish-style döner, which made it even more special for me. The service was quick and friendly, which made the experience even better. Just note that the ambiance is more of a takeout setup -- there's no real sit-down area, so you'll need to find a spot nearby to enjoy your meal. I'm looking forward to going back to try more options from their menu. Highly recommended if you're in the area and craving a big, flavorful meal.

This place has really scaled and grown and I guess has multiple locations now, but I remember when…read moreit was simpler. The recipe are so classic and worth ordering from but keep in mind that the surface might be a little bit slow and that the ambience is not there.

This place is great. The food is fantastic. It feels like I could actually be in Berlin…read more Highly suggest this place. If you're a fan of kebabs in this style, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

The sandwich felt too salad-adjacent for me personally. I don't know enough about the category to…read moreknow if it's supposed to be this way. It's also possible that I should have gotten chicken instead of beef. The cabbage was good and I enjoyed the sauces but would have liked hot sauce higher in the mix. The bread was great.

This takeout-only German-Turkish döner kebab spot at the north end of the East Village makes for an…read moreeasy and delicious meal. You order on the sidewalk via a kiosk and choose your protein (chicken, beef, or mixed), served as a wrap, sandwich, or in a box. I got the chicken box and of the three available sides (salad, yellow rice, fries) chose the rice and sides. The most delicious garlic cream sauce is drizzled over everything, though you can get extra sauce for $1 if you want more than just a drizzle. You can also get some spicy sauce for the same price, which does not come standard with the box. I didn't try the spicy stuff, but I would next time. The rice and the crunchy, shoestring-style spiced fries were great, but of course the biggest star of the box was the ridiculously tender chicken. It reminded me of halal street meat, but it's maybe even juicier and more succulent. Minor notes: The chicken was slightly, just slightly, over salted. Don't wait too long to eat the fries, which lose their luster pretty fast (as fries tend to do).

If you're walking past 14th Street-Union Square, you might come across this unassuming spot. Döner…read moreHaus is a German-style döner kebab stand serving halal chicken and beef. The logo looks like Porn Hub... I ordered the Munch Box, and for around $12, it looked small at first, but it was surprisingly filling and packed with a solid amount of protein. My food was ready in less than 10 minutes of ordering it. When I ordered, it wasn't busy. The quality of the meat stood out to me--it tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and overall pretty good for the price point. The fries, however, were forgettable. The portion felt small, though that didn't bother me as much as the flavor. They had a curry-turmeric style seasoning that just didn't land for me. Instead of being crispy, the fries were limp and dry, which took away from the experience. I did not try signature sauce, which costs extra,and even the ketchup didn't add much to the flavor profile.

Food was amazing. We had two kebabs, chicken nuggets with French fries (for our kid) and Falafel…read morewith hummus. Everything was delicious, especially falafel. Service was great. Ready to help at anytime Ambiance was nice, neighborhood gem. We loved it ! Highly recommended

Two of us came here for lunch yesterday. My third or fourth visit -- never fails to please!…read more Delicious food at a decent price, excellent service. I had one of the pides (the one with the ground lamb) and couldn't have been happier with it. My companion had the chicken chops and was equally thrilled. Great to have a place like this in the neighborhood!

Over the last year this has become my favorite restaurant. The tea selection is amazing, especially…read morethe saffron/rose tea. It's so beautifully presented, with love and care. Any of the noodle dishes are a guaranteed win (lagman!) The spicy fried chicken is DELICIOUS. I recommend getting the larger size so you have extra to take home as a treat for yourself another day :) The family who owns/works here are SO sweet and kind. Definitely try this restaurant next time you're in the FiDi. People throw around the phrase "hidden gem" all of the time, but this is a real, true hidden gem.

Surprised to find decent Xinjiang food in Manhattan…read more Ding ding fried noodles were quite authentic, just a bit salty. Lamb pilaf wasn't greasy, which I liked. Lamb skewers were tender and not gamey. Service was okay but a bit inexperienced -- had to remind for water. Overall, good food, service could be better.