Super authentic Turkish spot Anatolia in Somersworth, NH, came highly recommended by a foodie group I'm in -- & I'm so glad I went! The menu & photos immediately caught my eye, & since I was in Maine for the weekend, I made the trip. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tucked behind a building near the train tracks, this hidden gem had the perfect ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Yagmur behind the bar took great care of me and offered some amazing suggestions. I started with warm lavash bread (over a foot wide!) & hummus, then had the kofte kebab with rice & Turkish mashed potatoes -- everything was seasoned to perfection. I ended the meal with a traditional Turkish coffee, the perfect finish to an incredible meal. Definitely a must-visit! read more

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outstanding Turkish restaurant. owner Ali great guy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]cozy, comfortable restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] hHdden gem.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Exceptional authentic food and a great atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Large dining area very comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Friendly staff. Delish! read more

If there was a sixth star - this place deserves it! From the moment you walk in you feel special. Our party of 7 had the most amazing time here tonight. The service was spectacular, the drinks were on point, there is a full bar with an extremely knowledgeable and talented bartender/waiter extraordinaire named Casey! He reviewed all of the delicious appetizer choices with us, ensuring we took note of the hot and cold and proudly informed us of his favorite entrees. When the meals came, our jaws dropped. They were out of this world incredible - packed with flavor and authenticity. We were so delighted we all kept saying we would be back. I would recommend this spot for groups, families, date nights - anyone would thoroughly enjoy their visit to Anatolia. Until we eat again! xoxo read more

What a brilliant experience - must visit for us whenever we're near Dover. Sleepy side of town with a hidden Turkish restaurant that's one of the best we've been too. The size of the Lavash is beyond words and when combined with hummus is enough for main course. Kebabs were tasty, fresh and well seasoned with a large enough portion to bring home. The smoked paprika mashed potatoes will want you asking for me. Save room for the baklava and Turkish chai - each reminds us of being in Turkey. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great venue which feels very authentic and large enough for a good sized event.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was top notch and were very attentive. My only regret is not being able to stay for the belly dancer. Must visit for those that enjoy amazing Mediterranean meals. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect ambiance in an old rail depot! Decor matched the building use. Tracks outside are still active (5pm train).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food lived up to other reviews. I had the mummies and lavash with falafel. All three were delicious!! The hummus perfectly creamy and flavorful, the falafel crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. At both with the lavash! My son had the chicken kabob wrap and said it was also delicious. The staff was also very attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sunday lunch is not a busy time if you want to give it a try![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Just loved our romantic date at Anatolia. It's a smaller place so I suggest a reservation. But as you walk in the stone on the side of the buildings in an old train station is so unique. You just can't get ambience like this anywhere. The service was wonderful and they helped with the menu describing all of the items. We started with the lentil soup which was delicious but different than usual as the lentils were pureed. The lavish bread that we ordered was fantastic but it's so big. You're going to be taking it home if there's only two of you. We ordered the lime saute and the rice that it came with was delicious. The lamb tender and the sauce delightful. When we got the bill, we were delighted at a very economical, cost-effective dinner. You want ambience you want a date night? You want great food. You can't go wrong with Anatolia. read more

The place has a nice atmosphere and service was ok if not great. We were there on a Momday night and I don't know if they get their delivery for the week on Tuesdays but they were out of 3 of their draft beers (think they have 6 to choose from) and I go all excited to have a Turkish coffee (have literally not had one for 30 years!) but they were out of that too! So all these missing menu items is really what brings it down to 4/5. We all shared starters - admit I forget the names - huge!! flatbread with some side dishes and I had lamb sishkebab for main. The lamb was perfectly cooked - just a hint of pinkness and tender and moist. Super flavourful! Definitely coming back to try the rest of the menu (and Turkish coffee!) read more

Great food!!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]My kids love coming here when visiting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Best hummus and other great dips for the flatbread as an app. Anything you order here, you will love. read more

The service was very nice and the food came fast. My husband got the Turkish ravioli and it was very flavorful, the yogurt sauce made it so creamy. And I got the vegetable flatbread, it was ok the sauce could had used more spice; I wasn't tasting much. The inside was so cool too, it was like a secret restaurant vibe, kind of felt hidden away. read more

Anatolia - Lavish bread and hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - Somersworth, New Hampshire

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]What an incredible place![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We've been before, but decided to come on a Thursday for the belly dancing. It was definitely a fun experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] First we had the Hummus (a must try), then followed it with the Portobello Mushroom appetizer and it was delicious. I tried the Lamb Stuffed Eggplant and I've officially found my new favorite dish! The waitstaff is incredible attentive and the food arrives quickly and piping hot! Do yourself a favor and hit up Anatolia for your next night out! read more

Anatolia - Lamb Stuffed Eggplant - Mediterranean Near Me - Somersworth, New Hampshire

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It's been a long time since I've been to a restaurant that truly wowed me. Anatolia is a gem! My friend took me here for a belated birthday lunch. I loved that the owners kept memorabilia from the train station. The food is just amazing! My friend and I devoured the Mixed Appetizer Platter with lavash bread. I really enjoyed the Istanbul Tabouli (as a person who usually can't stand the Greek version) and Mediterranean Salsa. We shared a Lahmacun entree, which was spectacularly flavored. Service was attentive and friendly. I was pleasantly surprised when our waitress came by to refill our hot teas. I look forward to our next visit! read more

I was very excited to try Anatolia's. Heard so many good things about their food. We really enjoyed our meals. I had lamb kabobs and they were cooked perfect. The Lavish bread and dips were the star. While I wasn't blown away it was a great meal, service was on point and they did a great job with the building. Will go back. read more

Everything was fabulous! We loved the ambiance of the old train station, the decor and the belly dancer. The food and service were great, too. Highly recommend! read more

Now a regular, we brought my family to experience Anatolia. They were blown away by the food. Since we lived in Turkey for a couple of years, the food did provide us a chance to share our memories of living in Turkey and the incredible food. You cannot go wrong. Check them out. read more

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Best Mediterranean/Turkish food I've ever had, easily. I'm kicking myself for only discovering this place today! Pide - Turkish flatbread with cheese and spinach and a side salad. Sensational and lighter version of a pizza. Falafel with yogurt dip - freshly cooked, creamy and light. Refreshing and addictive! Lamb kofta wrap - tender and well cooked lamb, flavorful rice and sauce with a salad on the side. Walnut baklava - fresh and tasty. read more

"Authentic flavors, [[HIGHLIGHT]]warm atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and outstanding service--Anatolia never disappoints!"

We had the fortune of having NH friends bring us take out from Anatolias. My friend Renee got the lamb stuffed eggplant and I had a bite. I have thought about that bite for the 3 months since I had it. Finally, for my birthday, we went there and 3 of the 4 of us ordered the lamb stuffed eggplant. Atmosphere is so nice. It is in an old train depot, lots of brick, lots of smells of yummy food. So good. Warm, cozy yet very special without having to be dressy. It is a place for nice meals. Also, they let us have our table for 3 hours which was great. So great. All 3 of us are not big meat eaters. It is such unique flavors that really everyone needs to try it. Even non-lamb eaters. It is accompanied by rice. Something about the rice is different. I believe there is cumin in there, but they must also cook it in broth rather than water; it is almost halfway to a risotto, very creamy and yummy. I opted for the salad instead of the rice, but then regretted it. We started with the lavash which is amazing. Must get that with at least one dip. We got hummus and it was so good. The salad is pretty great. Merely cukes, tomatoes, onions, in a light oil, with spices and lots of parsley. Yum. We got pistachio baklava for dessert. 4 pieces for 4 people. They are tiny pieces, just a couple of bites and so good. Sweet, so you really don't need more than that. Wait staff is excellent, knowledgeable and passionate about the food. We had Casey who was just wonderful. Not too much, not too little and his dimples were just adorable. He was an expert on the food and ingredients. What he didn't know he asked and returned with answers. They are so lucky to have him. We would ask for his table next time. Turns out his mom is a waitress at another restaurant we like, so it's in his blood. No pics sorry. Food came and went quickly. read more

Great ambiance and the food was amazing! Best Baba Ghanoush I have ever had. The giant lavash bread was delightfully addictive! The lamb kebabs were tender,juicy and flavorful. The service was top notch!! read more

Anatolia - Lavash bread with hummus, stuffed grape leaves, baba ghanoush, and haydir. All equally wonderful! - Mediterranean Near Me - Somersworth, New Hampshire

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I can't disagree with 43 other fellow Yelpers...let's make it 44 five star reviews! First, the service is top notch. The staff is outstanding; everyone is so nice, knowledgeable and accommodating. I have dined at Anatolia five times now and have yet to be disappointed. This evening we had the chicken kabobs - delicious. I've also had the lamb kabobs... tough choice...both are incredible dishes. The special this evening was shaved beef over rice. Wow! This needs to be a normal menu item, I'd get it all the time...so good! As for the appetizers, you can't go to this place without trying that bread of theirs, Lavash bread, with the Baba Ghanoush. We also love their stuffed grape leaves and humus plate. I think you'll find that anything you order will be delicious and I highly recommend you give this place a try, you won't be disappointed. Enjoy! read more

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Everything was SOOO yummy & fresh! We also were here for the belly dancer which was so fun. The food - amazing!! We got the appetizer sampler with several dips & the dolma. For entrees I got the Turkish Ravioli, which is a mini beef dumpling with sauce on top that I could drink it was so tasty. Our first trip & most definitely not our last! This place is a hidden gem Our server was super attentive & helpful for recommendations. The old railroad building makes for a cozy atmosphere. read more

Anatolia - Lavash bread & cold appetizer sampler - Mediterranean Near Me - Somersworth, New Hampshire

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I love this place! I found them driving through and decided to stop and check them out. Everything on the menu was perfectly done and the portions were generous! I can't wait to come back for a third time. read more

Anatolia is one of the best restaurants in town, no doubt. The hummus and baba ghanoush with their fresh lavash is so good I could happily eat it every day without getting bored. I am also a big fan of their chicken and lamb kebabs. The Turkish wine they offer (particularly the reds) pair beautifully with their meals. Mimet (I'm sorry if I'm not spelling his name correctly) is our server almost every time we go and he is so sweet and knowledgeable! My partner and I go here for our date nights because aside from mind blowingly good food, the atmosphere is so cozy. They are located in the bottom floor of an old train station (like very old) and the place is decorated with lots of historical train pieces/signs with warm tone low lighting. 10/10 always recommend this place to anyone who will listen read more

On a return visit we complained that the sides were cold. The replacements were lukewarm as well and the owner insisted there was nothing wrong with the temp. I am dropping a star for his poor response to constructive criticism. read more

This is a true hidden gem - our experience was 100 A+!! The restaurant is hard to find - look for Gravy on Main St. and the restaurant is behind it right along the train tracks. You need to walk down the steep driveway. The owner Ali is delightful and very accommodating. Our server Cynthia was hilarious, we had a great conversation and I was quite impressed with her familiarity with Turkish food! Appetizers: Dolmas were fresh and delicious but not the most memorable. The crispy phyllo cheese rolls are sensational. They are an interesting take on mozzarella sticks but much better. You must try the Lavash bread (which is served puffed up) with the Haydari (yogurt sauce). As much as I love lamb, I thought the Chicken Shish Kebob was awesome!! The lamb is nicely seasoned and even my partner, who doesn't like lamb, said it was excellent! The baklava is one of the best ever. Most people order the pistachio but I would suggest getting the walnut, you can't go wrong. We are very fortunate to have this level of quality in our small part of the country. BIG NEWS: As of April 2022, they will have belly dancing performances on Thursday nights. read more

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Absolutely amazing!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great food , great ambiance!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was good. He had lots of suggestions & was attentive . I would recommend this restaurant read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a great place![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The bartender (Casey? Maybe) was so fun and made it such a great experience. We forgot our leftovers, and he ran outside to bring them to us! Thank you! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Food, service and ambience were all top shelf.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Worth the trip. Get the bread! What more can I say? Oh, Turkish wines too read more

Great Mediterranean food. Always have the Lavash bread with your choice of spreads. It comes to the table hot & puffy. We had chicken skewers & stuffed grape leaves. Everything is cooked to perfection. The baklava looked amazing, didn't try it. read more

This place is awesome. Casey, the bartender, is awesome and makes great drinks. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The lavash bread is to die for and is a massive portion. read more

The staff were very attentive and food delicious. The servers were very helpful with any questions we had and also explained the proper was to eat some of the items, such as the Lahmacun- which I loved, this was my favorite item! I also really loved the cheese rolls. The restaurant was very nice and also had a seated bar. I would recommend this place! read more

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Fantastic good. Great flavors. Affordable. Great service. From out of town and would definitely be back if I'm ever in town again. Well done! read more

Anatolia - Mediterranean Near Me - Somersworth, New Hampshire

We had dinner there a few nights ago. We had different appetizers and they were all delicious. However, the menu said tender, lamb kebabs. It was a very generous portion of lamb. However, the chunks were so tough. It was difficult to eat them. We ended bringing most of them home and then throwing them out. I had the lamb stuffed eggplant I guess when I read stuffed eggplant I thought it was exactly that. I didn't expect a paper thin slice of eggplant with ground lamb piled on top of it. It was disappointing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience was very nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The entire staff could not have been more efficient and polite.We said we will certainly go back but only for appetizers. read more