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    Troya

    4.0 (589 reviews)
    ModerateDesserts, Turkish, Cafes
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    TROYA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Meh
    Chenda N.

    The storefront pulled me in immediately--sweet smell, gorgeous display, total "take my money" vibes. Everything looked stunning. The Turkish delights were basically edible art with petals, pistachios, and vibrant colors. And the baklava? Sitting there like it knew it was about to win. Unfortunately... looks were doing all the heavy lifting. Spent $28 on six small pieces and walked out excited--only to be let down. The Turkish delight tasted overly artificial, almost perfumey in a bad way. The marshmallow rolls had a weird paste-like texture. Baklava was fine, but nothing special. Also, the packaging? A struggle to close and somehow managed to give me a legit paper cut. Love that for me. Great location, beautiful presentation--but the taste just doesn't justify the price. Pretty, but meh.

    Pistachio and gum mastic  The pistachio was great. I'm sad they did not fill up the cup all the way, but maybe it was an off day for them.
    Hiba Z.

    Pistachio and gum mastic The pistachio was great. I'm sad they did not fill up the cup all the way, but maybe it was an off day for them.

    Variety pack
    Carolyn G.

    Huge variety! The one gentleman was nice and offered a sample. The place was packed so people seemed to love it. We got two boxes to share and try. They were gone before the night ended. The store had lots to see. Huge storefront with cool things and places to sit small but still a place to sit.

    Amy T.

    Panoramic display of Turkish Delights down the store on both sides. I'm used to paying the same amount for much more baklava so the sweet treats didn't interest me that much here but there are a lot to choose from. We were here for the Turkish coffee which I had before, maybe with more milk/cream because the creamy coffees ($6) here were sour and bitter. The creamy cardamom to me was just nasty, like herbal medicine. He enjoyed his creamy hazelnut which didn't taste that much better to me. You can see the coffee grounds sitting in a layer at the bottom of the tiny cup.

    Catherine M.

    I was walking around the area with my family when we spotted Troya on our hunt for coffee. They kindly offered samples of the pastries and sweets, many of which were so good! We had no issues with the workers, they were patient and helped us figure out what we would enjoy. The inside is beautiful and I'd recommend dropping by to check out all their treats!

    George R.

    This is it. Varied and various choices to indulge from. Staff was able to help me curate a half dozen of their classics. I was lucky and he also let me try the dried fruit candy and it was the best. They offer boxes of all different sizes and styles so you can take back a gift. You cannot leave without bakalava, i was able to enjoy some with ice cream ghardelli and it made for an amazing combo. Just stop by before your aquarium trip or walk to the beach. Parking is abysmal but if youre able to walk by you have to take some home. There are seating options but they are rather tight but quite the experience considering the vast decor.

    You can always sit and enjoy a cup of Turkish coffee.
    Marjon M.

    Every time I come to Monterey, I have to visit this place. Their Turkish delights are exactly like the ones I had when I visited Turkey. I searched everywhere for that distinct flavor and I have only found it here. They have recently expanded the store, and now it's like a true Turkish bazaar. Service is great, especially Hussein, he has always been extremely helpful. You can sample the delights to find which ones you love. Lots of flavors to choose from.

    This is a must try
    Silvia A.

    Friendly customer service, free small samples They have the Dubai chocolate and some some pastries but the Turkish Delight is my favorite especially the the Rose pedal with pistachios the Saffron roll is very good also worth the price. The place is beautiful with lots of colorful Turkish Chandeliers.

    Salim K.

    From the moment we walked in, the hosts were friendly, inviting, and genuinely happy to have us there. We were encouraged to taste several halwa options, which immediately set the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable visit. A special shoutout to Zainab, who helped us big time during our visit. She was incredibly patient with our tasting requests and took the time to walk us through a wide variety of sweets, explaining the differences and helping us find what suited our taste best. There was absolutely no rush, just thoughtful guidance and great hospitality. We eventually settled on a couple of baklava varieties along with Turkish delights filled with nuts, and everything we picked was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. If you're in Monterey and have a sweet tooth (or even if you don't), this spot is definitely worth a visit.

    Packaged coffee
    Gretel Y.

    I was out exploring Cannery Row and decided to pop in to Troya. Troya is a Turkish cafe offering traditional coffee, pastries, and more. The store is bright and colorful, and the staff is friendly and helpful. I love baklava, so I immediately gravitated towards their different baklava options. I went with the most original looking one. The slices are big, so I only opted for one slice. I brought it back to our hotel to share with my husband later that evening. It was delicious! Perfectly flaky and not too sweet. Though they're great for sharing, I kind of wished I got two slices!

    Nice!
    David L.

    So this is definitely a tourist trap. Do you like traps? Up to you right? I did get some samples. And the samples were good enough for me to spend $25. So the little square cubes of plain Turkish Delights were quite delish. It's quite quite the soft chewy gooey texture. It's a bit more thick and richer than other cheap ones where the texture feels more gummy or gelatinous. When I inquired about the ingredients, they said that they used molasses. I see why and how Edmund fell to Turkish Delights. I also got the other more fancy TDs that had other ingredients including pomegranate and marshmallows (separate, not together). They also served Turkish coffees with fancy cups. I should have gotten it. But I didn't. Maybe it's bc I knew this was a tourist trap and I was only willing to be trapped by the TDs like Edmund. But there were others including Turks whom patron the coffee. My friend commented that this place was more expensive than another Turkish store. But it is what it is. And you get what you get. The store was super clean, lots of nice wares, nice decoration, full of friendly staff and a good amount of samples. B++

    Takumi A.

    I've been coming here for years, at least once a year, and Troya is still my must-stop spot for Turkish delights and coffee. The lokum are excellent -- the green pistachio roll and the dark cocoa/black roll are absolute classics. Other newer flavors are fun too, but those two are my staples. The owner is generous with samples -- not tiny bites, but big pieces -- so you can really taste before you buy. Even though I'm not big on sweets, I always end up leaving with a box (or two) to enjoy slowly at home. The Turkish coffee here is the highlight. I usually brew mine with Najjar Green using a traditional cezve, bringing it up and down three times to get the proper thickness and cardamom punch. Too many cafes only do one boil, which makes it thin and flat. Here, the coffee is rich, aromatic, and full-bodied -- just like how my Middle Eastern friends make it at home. I've never been to the Middle East myself, but stepping into this shop -- with the lamps, colors, and atmosphere -- really feels like being transported there. Hands down, the best Turkish coffee I've had in the Bay Area. Maybe LA has more options, but until I try them, this remains my gold standard. -- Dr. C Only writing for what truly earns the stars.

    LeeLee C.

    Service was very friendly when we stepped in to check it out. We were offered sampling. The decoration of tiles floor and a beautiful chandelier style head light captured my gaze. The Turkish delights at the counter display were also eye candies.

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    I love this place. I always look forward to get one of there variety boxes. We recommend this place.

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    Ask the Community - Troya

    Are the baklava vegan, or do they have honey?

    You can find detailed list of ingredients for each of their products on their website: https://troyamry.com/Products . Looks like most of them contain honey or cream thus not vegan.

    Are the turkish delight vegan?

    Real lokum is completely vegan; it's made with cornflour - there really is no need to add gelatine, especially as doing so would render it non-vegetarian, much less vegan.

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