What a wonderful experience! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy an evening out with friends. From the moment we arrived, the staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Their service truly made the night special. The food was absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. Everything we tried was excellent, and you could tell the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. And great gluten free options!! This was our first visit, but it certainly won't be our last. Even when we left later in the evening, the restaurant was still buzzing with people, which really says something about how great the food and experience are. Definitely a place worth visiting! read more

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I took a date to Truva last week, on a quiet Wednesday night, and I was disappointed in the quality of my meal. The service was good, the place is pretty, but I was unimpressed by our meal. I want to say I called and spoke with the manager and he was very nice. He listened to my concerns and did what he could to make this right. He said he will talk to the staff involved and look at how they can do a better job. He asked me to please come again so they can do a better job. I will try Truva again. read more

The ambiance is wonderful, the service was excellent... but the food lacked seasoning. The dishes were beautifully presented - but everything needed a generous amount of salt for the flavors to come out. All the tables around us you heard the grind of the salt and pepper mills. We started with the bread they served and dip- it was good. We ordered the cheese borek ($13) it was flat- just tasted mildly of the cheese- flakey exterior. We ordered the Ribeye steak ($43) - it was presented on a cutting board and while that is aesthetic- the steak was luke warm. Ordered medium rare- it came out just past that and was very tough and chewy. The mash had no seasoning and was cold. The vegetables were cold as well. The Moussaka ($26) was ok- after a decent helping of salt on each layer. I did add a generous amount of pepper as well- that is subjective- but sadly it needed it because it just was all one note. I love moussaka, I've never had it taste just of cheese. There was so much cheese. The béchamel as listed on the menu wasn't present- just a lot of the kashkaval cheese. We ordered classic walnut baklava and what he called a Turkish dessert which was like a flan with a burned top- listed as Caramalized Pudding (Custard)- which both were delicious. ($12) ($11) $140 including tip was the total for two. We always give a place a few tries because off nights can happen- we will update. This visit just wasn't the best. read more

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It's a huge place and the ambiance is nice. Quick service but the food was just ok. At least from what we ordered we felt like it could have been better and more flavorful. We had one main course to share and a dessert. They gave us some Turkish bread with dip at the starting. On the whole I think we found the dessert better. read more

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In my opinion this place is over and over priced for not that great of food ... the best thing I had was the bread in dipping sauce out of 5 dishes ... read more

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I have been to Truva a handful of times now-- both locations. Upon my first and second visits (lunch and dinner), I was blown away by the food. The bread and dipping oil is especially memorable as the oil has the most vibrant tomato flavor. My other favoriteeee item on the menu is the cheese roll borek. It's a super flaky cheese roll filled with gooey cheese and dill. Like a mozzarella stick but WAY better. Their meats are phenomenal, as are their dips!! Oh, and don't skip dessert. They make an incredible rice pudding. I recently visited for brunch and was sadly underwhelmed with the food. However, the service, parking, ease of reservation, cleanliness, etc were all great. We ordered Turkish coffee, Turkish tea, and aryan to drink. My husband didn't like his coffee very much and my tea was pretty plain, but both were a fun experience to drink as they came in gorgeous vessels and with sugar cubes. The aryan was like an unsweetened Greek yogurt drink. It was great once we added some honey. For food we got: -The everything omelet with breakfast potatoes (both had good flavor and a big portion size) -The Simit Ottoman: "Thin Turkish sesame bagel topped with sucuk, mozzarella cheese mixed greens and tomatoes." Mixed reviews from the table and myself on this one. I LOVED the sucuk (sort of like pepperoni in a skillet with oil?). I wished I could bring every dripping home to dip bread in it later. My husband, however, didn't like it. (More for me!) He was also confused that the menu said the bagel would be topped with the other ingredients, but it was just a sesame bagel (so yummy) topped with some chopped plain veggies, more plain veggies on the side, black olives on the side, and the sucuk in a skillet on the side. We wouldn't order the dish again, but I'd take ten orders of the sucuk. -The Truva breakfast plate: "Premium quality feta cheese, cecil cheese, kashkaval cheese, black and green olives, beef sausage, cheese roll borek, fresh mixed greens, sliced tomato-cucumber, honey, butter, nutella, jam, walnuts, and sun-dried apricots served with simit and homemade bread". Sounds amazing, right? I thought so too, but sadly it didn't hit the mark for me. One of the cheese was 100% plain American cheese... The olives were overly bitter and there were no green olives. The board was messy. The ratio of breads to toppings was off. The butter was just two little prepacked pads of butter. Several of the items were super tasty though and it was fun to graze for brunch! I LOVED the non-American cheeses, the salad (while looking very plain was actually delish), and the sausage. I wouldn't order it again for $30. I ordered a dill pastry, but they were out, so they brought us cheese borek instead. I wasn't mad since I love cheese borek so much. Overall, still absolutely love Truva and hope to try even more of the menu! read more

My best friend invited me here for dinner. She had previously eaten here before and highly recommended it. We ordered the appetizer sampler and the mixed grill for two. It was a great opportunity to try a lot of the foods that they offered first, I wanna shout out the stuffed grape leaves. I usually do not care for these, but I really loved the ones they served. The mixed grill was a really great way to try all the different meats that they offered. We both agreed that the Lamb was the absolute best. also, this could've easily fed three adults, so it was a great value. read more

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My Mr and I came here for a Yelp event. Loved it so much that I had to bring my best friend. This restaurant don't play. They definitely go all out for their customers. You know the saying, you get what you pay for. For this place you get that and more. You will leave happy and full. We started off with drinks. I had the Turkish red wine and my best friend got the white. It was so hard to choose so we decided to get these platters so that she can try everything. We ordered: Appetizer: -Appetizer Sampler (For Four People) Hummus, babaganoush, eggplant in sauce, labneh, tabbouleh, spicy ezme, stuffed grape leaves and pinto beans. Dinner: -Chef's Mixed Grill (For 2 People) Doner, Adana, lamb shish, chicken, chicken Adana kebab served with vegetables & we picked the white rice My friend was truly impressed with the meals. Of course my favorite is the lamb and chicken kebab. Especially dipping it in the yogurt. The appetizers hit the spot. All fresh ingredients and homemade. We couldn't finish it all that I had to take some home. I know my Mr will be happy for the leftovers. So glad I came back. I knew it would be good . Such a great experience,. Service was excellent and can't wait to come back and try their flatbreads and perhaps get dessert! read more

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I had always passed by Truva and finally stopped in with some friends. After dining in, I would say it's one of the best spots to have a fancy sit down Mediterranean meal. Its a very nice atmosphere, warm and cozy with brand new decore. The waiters are also dressed nice and provide great service. The menu is pretty big but our server made it easy to narrow down the options. The food is authentic Turkish cuisine. The food is pricey, however that is a part of the experience they are aiming for. You can tell a lot of love and fresh ingredients go into making it, so the cost is justified for fine dining. Each meal also comes with complimentary bread with oil. I love trying new kinds of foods so this was a wonderful experience! I had the Sultan's Delight which was amazingly creamy eggplant mixture with tender stewed goat on top. I did try some of my friend's grilled goat and grape leaves which were just as delicious. Absolutely a must try at least once read more

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Excellent meat, huge portions, and upscale dining at surprisingly fair prices today!!

We had to come back to this amazing restaurant after the Yelp event I was part of a few month ago. The food is out of this world!! It is so authentic and very! tasty. The ambiance is beautiful and makes you feel so welcomed. I truly fell in love with Truva. read more

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My boyfriend and I went for Cincinnati restaurant week and they had a lot of options for the 3 course meal. I ordered beef medallion kebabs and it was a huge portion. Our favorites were actually the bread basket and rice pudding dessert. The server was attentive and quick. The space is decorated nicely and the music is fun. The restaurant would be a great choice for a nicer dinner or special occasions. read more

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason - Beef medallion kebabs - Mediterranean Near Me - Mason, Ohio

Hubby & I dined here for my birthday. We ordered the appetizer platter for 2 and the meat platter for 2. The platters were enough to feed 4 people! Loved the hummus & the sliced cucumbers that were used as dividers. The meat was seasoned perfectly & was delicious. We had bread on the table but I would have preferred pita to make a gyro. Our server was fantastic & brought me a complimentary chocolate baklava (which I've never tasted before) for my birthday treat. I will definitely return here. read more

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The chicken dishes, falafel, hummus, and bread are all homemade and outstanding. The service is excellent. The general manager and waitstaff treat their customers like family. The atmosphere is inviting and relaxing. This restaurant has my highest recommendation. read more

I love truva. The food is excellent and consistent. The chicken adana kebab is one if my favorite meals. I also love the kunefe dessert. This location is spacious and beautiful. read more

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason - Mediterranean Near Me - Mason, Ohio

Truva was a peaceful respite on a Friday at 5 pm, much to the delight of us introverts! It almost concerned me, why wasn't it busier? Is it the food, the prices? While I will definitely return for the food, there is some restraint required. Pros: Service - polite & professional. Was kind enough to ask kitchen if we could replace the bulgar with salad, as we both don't eat wheat, even though at first the waiter said I don't think so. Also, the evening ends with complimentary Turkish tea - it was such a nice surprise! Chicken Kebab - tender, juicy, flavorful, and a healthy amount was plated. My husband had the Kofta, and it was equally as delicious. To him, it was better than my dish, but he's big on red meat. Cons: Prices - Everything is $3-$5 too expensive. Cocktail prices were what I expect being at a swankier restaurant, or somewhere downtown. Though the French Martini was well done, It will not be worth that price no matter how good it is. Main dishes were also quite pricy, I'd like to see more veggies on the plate. Dessert prices were crazy! They bring out a charming dessert cart, I selected 3 *tiny* pistachio baklava puffs....it was $15!?! Needed more pistachio flavor, IMO. If you want to dine smartly at Truva, skip drinks, appetizers, and dessert, and enjoy the kebabs. They provide bread & oil, plus the aperitif of tea. Will still be a lovely meal! read more

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason - Interior view on a Friday evening. - Mediterranean Near Me - Mason, Ohio

Spectacular experience. I lived in Turkey for a few years, and I haven't found a Turkish restaurant I loved as much as this one. The service was impeccable. The food was DELICIOUS - and the prices were comparable to the generous portions of food they gave. The atmosphere was relaxed and more open than the other Truva location in Cinci. I can't wait to go back - my mouth is filling with saliva just thinking about it! Tip: The Mixed Platter for two was enough for 3 of us! We got that and the appetizer sampler for 2 - fantastic! That's what I would get for a group for the first time. Lamacun was okay - I would try pide the next time I go! read more

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Great halal restaurant with a large menu with great options. Really enjoyed the Turkish pizza and meat platter. The prices are definitely on the higher end for a nicer restaurant, but the flavor and service is fantastic. read more

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Amazing food and kind service. The hot mezze of chicken livers is a great surprise. Can't beat the 3-course lunch special if you're in the area!! read more

My friends and I decided to go to the Truva Turkish Kitchen this evening for dinner. We knew it was a newer restaurant that we have not tried before and thought we should check it out. The hostess seated us and brought us water. We saw several servers and we waited for someone to greet us and take our drink order. We waited 10 minutes to 15 minutes. A waiter passed us by. I said "hello" and he just kept walking. We soon realized that the waiter or waiters were avoiding us. They were walking around us but no one ever came by to take our order. I thought that we were going to try the restaurant to give them some business and if we liked the food, we would have given them future business. Apparently they didnt want our business. We decided to leave and I will never go back. If anyone wants my opinion about our experience there, I will let them know. We don't know if the food was good or not because the wait staff chose to ignore us. Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 read more

To celebrate my wife's birthday, she suggested the Turkish kitchen. The food was top notch. I loved my lamb chops. I can't remember what everyone else ordered, but everyone loved it. The service was a little slow. The desserts looked nice, but you really couldn't determine what you were going to get by the presentation. The room was dim, and I couldn't see the dessert tray. The vanilla ice cream on the side was the best vanilla I have had in a long time. read more

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I did a take out order: falafel appetizer and doner kebab. They both good. The doner kebab was a little bit salty for my taste (for reference I have had a lot of doner kebabs in the US and Turkish doner shops in Europe). The veggies and rice were fantastic. read more

I came back here after the yelp black and gold event and I brought my husband with me to try the food here. My husband and I enjoyed the food immensely. The server was awesome and even the chef came out to make sure that our food was tasty, which it was awesome. The restaurant was clean and looked amazing as it did 2 weeks ago at the event. I'm fairly certain that my hubby and I will be back to eat here again soon. read more

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Very pretty atmosphere and wonderful menu options. We shared the appetizer sampler and got a bit of many types of dips and spreads. It came with crusty bread. They have a pretty decent lunch menu. I got the lamb sliced thin doner kebab. Others got skewers, kebabs and their casserole. Everyone raved about their meals. read more

I've been to the location at Kenwood, but wanted to try out the one in Mason. One thing that really appeals to me is that as long as you don't go on a week-end, you can have lunch with someone who might be wearing hearing aids. Even if you don't wear hearing aids, it has a quieter relaxed atmosphere. One that I prefer. I had delicious and comforting chicken soup, falafel, hummus, babaganoush and tabbouleh. All of it great! The real star for me though was dessert - baklava and rice pudding. They were both excellent and mouth-watering. One thing that really set them apart was that I had asked the waitress about the rice pudding and she looked up a Turkish version which I will try to replicate at home. Very wonderful experience and I will certainly be back. read more

Popped in with our daughter (just under 2) for dinner and the food and service was awesome. We asked for our daughter's food right away while we looked over the menu and it was brought out quickly much to her delight. We enjoyed cabbage rolls (two huge rolls!) and a salad (also large) with some added protein and they were both so so good. While we were enjoying our food, the staff was super friendly and kind to our daughter each time they would pass. The ambiance is a nice middle ground, you can dress up wear a pair of jeans and both would be suitable. read more

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason - Two cabbage rolls - Mediterranean Near Me - Mason, Ohio

It's Christmas Day and we are out of town and don't celebrate the holiday. Found Truva, read the reviews and decided to go. It was a great decision. As for the reviews that criticize the service, it was spot on tonight. My partner has a yeast allergy (I let the restaurant know when I booked)and the manager came over and explained what had yeast and what did not. The server was wonderful and explained the menu. We started with grape leaves, hummus and spinach borek. The grape leaves were amazing. The hummus was nice (we got veggies to dip) and borek was good. My doner kebab (served with rice and veggies) was exceptional. My partner's Adena kebab was nicely spiced and excellent. The dessert custard was also great. The restaurant was beautiful. It was not crowded but a nice amount people shared the holiday with them. It was one of the best meals I had in 2024!! read more

A beautiful, tastefully done great restaurant! The food is wonderful, a bit pricy but wonderful. Our first time here so we did a couple samplers. The first was the Appetizer sampler. It came with bread & a dipping sauce, we loved it all. Then we had the Chefs Mixed Grill. A platter of various meats, chicken, lamb, doner and Adana. It was all delicious! As Arnold said, 'I'll be back!' read more

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For an exquisite taste of authentic Turkish cuisine, Truva stands as a culinary gem in the Miami Valley. With locations in both Kenwood and Mason, Ohio, it offers the finest in Turkish dining closer to home. The restaurants are easy to locate, and once inside, you'll be enchanted by their charm and ambiance. Whether you're dining with a large group or enjoying a quiet meal alone, Truva accommodates all occasions with grace. For private meetings or gatherings, a separate room is also available to ensure a more intimate experience. The service is impeccable--attentive and professional in every aspect. After living in Turkey for over two decades, I confidently regard myself as a discerning judge of Turkish cuisine and service, and Truva meets the highest standards. - Afiyet Olsun read more

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First time visiting this restaurant. The ambiance was beautiful. Open and decorated beautifully. Our server Sarder (Jack) was very personable and gave us great suggestions for dinner this evening. Everything from the bread, main courses and dessert were phenomenal. So happy to see they were filling up as we left, I would highly recommend this restaurant! read more

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Awesome place and food. Excellent service food selection is amazing and taste is excellent

Good and service were excellent. I love how cozy the interior is and even with a decent crowd I could still hear the conversation at my table. Best falafel I have had in Cincinnati in a very long time! read more

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason - Falafel dinner - Mediterranean Near Me - Mason, Ohio

I have been here twice for a business lunch and had good experiences both times. My latest time was with a 7 person group and we were seated quickly which was great. The staff is super attentive and friendly. The space is very clean and a nicer elevated vibe. I have had multiple of their lunch special items and their salads. Their food is always super tender and full of flavor. Overall, the lunch menu items are very fairly priced as well. I would definitely recommend for a business lunch if you are in the area! read more

Great food and service. Delicious and delicious wonderful flavors. Highly recommend the experience read more

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A culinary cultural experience in a beautifully designed, comfortable environment. Welcoming personnel greeted us at the front desk. Our friendly waiter was prompt and attentive in delivering food artistry: the Doner Kebab, a composition of roasted veggies, deliciously seasoned shaved meat, rice pilaf, and cucumber sauce, followed by delightful Turkish coffee, baklava, and an additional delicious dessert. read more

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Food is amazing...restaurant is beautiful. My wife and I went this past Monday for dinner, which started off with delicious fresh bread and a dipping sauce made of oil and various herbs. Next came the appetizer for two. A wonderful plate of hummus, tzatziki, tabbouleh and a couple of other things that I can't remember. We ate that with the bread. Next came our main courses. My wife got the doner kebab and I got the Sultan's Favorite. She loved her meal but I more than loved mine. So delicious... Did I mention the wonderful service? read more

This place was way overpriced and very mediocre food. Our server was not attentive. We were traveling and had several hours left to go. We waited and waited for the check until we finally had to walk up to the kitchen and ask them if we could pay read more

This is a poor man's Phoenician Taverna (approx. 1 mile up the road from Truva), but at least I can say I've given it an honest shot with 4 of us having a January dinner there. Wife liked the falafels while I felt they were burned to a dark brown crisp; is that really a thing with frying falafel now? Anyway, I found the charred exterior off-putting. Menu is extremely lamb-heavy BTW. Neither of us eat lamb so also a strike against Truva. One of our friends ordered a big plate of it, thin shaved gyro style, which appeared semi-grayish and with uninspired plating. His wife got a filet steak and it arrived in 5-6 random cut chunks with a mound of white rice and grilled veggies served up on a wood platter. Again it was an unattractive presentation. The space is beautiful, it's the old Maplewood Kitchen and left relatively untouched by Truva management. Service was excellent, so I give an extra star to account for stellar waiter and fast kitchen service. It could easily be 2 stars, as I'm convinced I'll likely never stop back in for a second try. However, the very nice dining space and great service ups the rating to stars. However, I won't be back there, unless it's to try a lunch. read more

I just keep coming back! Authentic food in a super swank environment. The bar is lovely and whole site has been transformed from a lunch spot to cool a cool place to be. Tip: They also do Turkish breakfast. I'd give another star but no happy hour. read more

Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason - French martini. Great cocktail menu. - Mediterranean Near Me - Mason, Ohio

So I was excited to see Truva coming to Mason. I decided to visit during Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week. I must say that this place is pretty exceptional. It has a great ambiance that can be from casual to dressy depending on what you are looking for. It has a great vibe and the staff seems to always making sure to get it right. My experience was probably a little different than a typical experience and I didn't count it against my review. My server had a large party he was finishing up when I was seated. Directly after I was seated, he got an even larger party which obviously took away his time to be attentive to me so my experience was a little slower. I unfortunately believe that not to be anyone's fault per se other than the station design as to why one server would be given to large tables in their section. None the less, the food was delicious. I got the recommended salad and entree that my server suggested. The bead and oil was delicious and so fresh along with the rest of the meal. If you live Mediterranean style menus then I would highly suggest that you give Truva a try. read more

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