Savoring Our Exquisite Mediterranean Dining Experience at Akdeniz :…read more Nestled in the cozy heart of the Theater District at 43 West 46th Street, eleven friends and I savored an exquisite meal at Akdeniz Mediterranean Cuisine. This popular haven for theatergoers offered us a sophisticated spread of fresh seafood, expertly grilled meats, and authentic appetizers. Our favorites included Pita Bread, Pickled Cabbage, Chicken Shish Kebab, Hummus, Shepherd's Salad, Babaghannous, Eggplant with Sauce, Falafel, Greek Salad, Lamb Shish Kebab, Stuffed Vine Leaves, Mediterranean Salad, Shepherd's Salad, Zucchini Pancakes, and Baklava. With its blend of exceptional food, an inviting atmosphere, and personalized service, this is one special restaurant that we will want to return to after our next Broadway musical. Akdeniz was the perfect Midtown setting to share a meal and vibrant conversation with amazing poet and educator Susan Gimignani Lukas.

I am glad I gave Akdeniz a try! They were pretty busy for a Thursday evening. The interior was cute…read moreand cozy, but the tables were way too close. I thought the staff was nice, but there was no hostess to greet us when we arrived. My friend and I got the large appetizer platter and the manti to share, and that was more than enough for us. I really enjoyed their stuffed vine leaves, hummus, and babaghannous. I was disappointed in their lebni because it was too watery. The pita was just okay. The manti was so delicious and I was so glad we ordered that as our entree. Overall, I enjoyed the food and would recommend this place if you're ever craving Turkish food.

Wow, I am bummed that I waited so long to come to NAR. I was talking to a Turkish friend at work…read moreawhile back and he recommended I try this place as we were discussing Turkish restaurants. I added to my list but didn't try it until this week and I was blown away! The restaurant is lovely and has a great vibe (although it is a little loud due to the low ceilings). Service was great reflecting exceptional Turkish hospitality. My friends and I started with small mezzes (all delicious) and zucchini blossoms, which I could have had as a standalone meal. I had the Turkish delight meat dish and that was super. My husband had the beyti and it was the best I've ever had. We all ate way too much and waddled out of there way too full. Prices are about what you'd expect in that part of town and it's worth every penny. I will definitely be back. I recommend that you go here too and am confident you'll find everything is cok guzel!

I've gotten a decent amount of Turkish food delivered throughout my tenure here in New York, but I…read morehaven't been to many Turkish restaurants! Super glad I got to try out NAR and I hope it does well, because the food is straight up amazing. I started off with a glass of the Cotes d'Avanos Narince Blend from Turkey and I highly recommend! It's medium bodied and acidic, with mineral, stone fruit, and citrus, and would go really well with seafood. For food, we began with the mezze sampler, which included babaganoush, muhammara, and hummus. This is a great way to start the meal, especially since Nar serves a delicious bread (crispy on the outside, soft and warm on the inside) as a complementary starter. My favorites were the muhammara, an intense, piquant spread made with roasted red peppers and pomegranate molasses, and the ever-smoky babaganoush, which was served with pomegranates. The hummus was great, too; I just thought it wasn't a standout. -Aegean Style Cherry Vine Leaf Sarma (stuffed vine leaves, cherry yogurt, pine nuts, currants): Delicious. The savory, salty sarma are tasty on their own, but best when lightly sweetened with the cherry yogurt and tart, juicy currants. -Beyti Kebab (hand minced lamb wrapped in lavash, yogurt, confit tomatoes): This was the most flavorful lamb - juicy, smoky, perfectly spiced - I've had in a long time. The lavash (bread) that it was rolled in was also spiced, the yogurt was cooling, and the tomatoes and bell peppers a fresh and flavorful accompaniment. We finished off the meal with ice cream and Turkish coffee. The coffee took a while, so they took it off of our bill, which was a kind gesture. The ice cream was a different experience! It was made with goat milk, so the flavor was distinct, and it was extremely thick. High-quality and fun to try, but just a little too thick for my preferences.

Small little place but authentic Turkish food owned by a family. You can take out or eat there…read more Their lamb Adana is delicious and very reasonable. So are their lamb chops. But today I had the grilled Dorade fish from the Mediterranean Sea. And I took home Babaganoush that is so good. The family is very nice and they have an assortment of baklava and boxed Turkish delights to go. Next best thing to flying to Turkey!

Top tier upscale comfort food. I got the lamb and chicken…read moreplate and it was quite delicious. The lady who waited our table was very attentive and kind. I would definitely come back when I'm in the area.

Delicious food, bustling with customers, and a cute interior. Experienced great service at the bar…read morebecause they were packed on a Thursday evening. All their dips are phenomenal. I love their branzino though I wish the potatoes that came with it were more flavorful and crispier. The muhammura is epic. After coming here twice I had to recreate it at home and it's my new favorite dip. I even made labneh to go with it. Leyla has inspired my cooking at home! I make my friends and family muhammura now, and I can't get enough of Turkish cuisine. Cant wait to come back and try more of their dishes!

Lovely place for a drink and dinner. Drinks were fantastic - strong, flavorful and served by a…read moregracious bartender. We went for happy hour and got the 3 appetizers which were served with two types or bread - great size and deal. I ordered the Izmir kofte for dinner - very flavorful tender kababs, served with rice. I just found the sauce a bit light (watery) but otherwise filling and tasty.

We were greeted warmly and the service was excellent throughout the meal. The food is fantastic…read more The restaurant is intimate with a warm atmosphere. We walked by the restaurant on the previous night and liked the look of it. We are so glad we went back tonight. There were some Turkish guests.

Always a favorite when visiting NYC. Pretty, quiet place in Times Square with lovely staff. Stays…read moreopen til 11:00! Many veggie options. Bread delicious. Everything very fresh and beautifully plated. Reasonable price. Full bar.

Been to this place a couple of times and had great experiences. One nice perk is that you can earn…read morepoints through Opentable and redeem them for credit toward restaurant experiences, credit toward OpenTable reservations, or Amazon gift cards. You don't need to download an app, just sign up for an Opentable account at www.opentable.com. The place was exactly what we were looking for... Inexpensive, Turkish, and comfortable atmosphere! The place wasn't busy during lunch time but busy during dinner time. Amazing service and delicious food! The food was fresh and came out fast. Lunch specials are $21.95 for 2 courses while dinner specials are $36.95 for 4 courses. I had the Eggplant with Tomato Sauce and Beets as the first course and Lamb Adana Kebab as Entrée. Lamb Adana Kebab comes with salad, which I can't have since it's cold and raw, but they were able to accommodate me and replaced salad with more rice. I had Kabak Tatlısı, which has a nice sweet taste and is healthy. All were delicious, also gluten free, dairy free and soy free. Plus, the Turkish Tea as the fourth course was a great pair with my meals. Their menu offers a variety of choices, including options that are gluten free, dairy free, and soy free. I would definitely come back and suggest you give this place a try if you are in Hell's Kitchen or Columbus Circle.

Great mid-town spot for Turkish food. The staff is great and the food is generally above average…read more It's got that great NYC shabby/chic vibe. Well worth checking out.

FABULOUS experience on 9th Ave in NYC's infamous Hell's Kitchen. Following a mantinee broadway…read moreshow, we ambled over to Istanbul Kebab House for a memorable and tasty Turkish and Mediterranean meal that delivered in every way possible-- Aylara was our delightful, smiling host/server, the food presentation was ever so lovely and thoughtful, and the taste.... hit it right on the mark. Everything was cooked to perfection and so colorful on the plate. We shared the grilled assorted vegetables and the lamb adana kebab (large- 2 pieces, 1 per). Again, all cooked to perfection. No rush, we sat in the back so as not to be bothered, as it's a somewhat small space. But it comes with big flavor and freshness. We'll be back for sure.

My second order from here and the food continues to be very well made. The rice was excellent as…read morewell as the chicken. Also, the lamb wasn't as moist, however the seasoning once bitten added a moisture to the lamb. The salad with seasoning was good and the chocolate cake was as well. Ive never had cheese cake that was of a pudden consistency before. This cheese cake you can become addicted .

I'm honestly disappointed I didn't take pictures because this meal was incredible. We ordered…read morehummus with freshly baked bread, falafel in a flavorful sauce, and a lamb and chicken gyro sandwich, paired with a refreshing Turkish soda. Everything was fresh, well-seasoned, and clearly made with care. This was a small hole-in-the-wall spot, but it really impressed us. I also got to try the rice and grain, which were both absolutely delicious. Our server, I believe named Faresh, was very attentive and welcoming, and did a great job making the experience even better. The restaurant was busy, and I even overheard someone say it's the best Turkish/Mediterranean spot in town. I'd honestly agree. Portions were generous, especially the sandwiches, which were huge. I will definitely be coming back.

waitress is very rude, she never smiles and treats costumers like trash. A couple of days ago she…read moremoved me from one table to another while I was eating, because she said there were 8 people coming and she needed my table, which for me is not OK and means poor service.