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    Ankara #3

    3.6 (48 reviews)
    ModerateTurkish
    Open Open 24 hours

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    Mediterranean salad topped with Lamb. 10 out of 10
    Sammy S.

    Service is top notch here. Food is fresh and looks great. Bathrooms are so clean. Great experience.

    Lentil soup
    Trevor B.

    I stopped by this spot while waiting for my shirt to be fixed at the tailor. I figured I would get my last meal in for night and wanted to sit down to have a bite. A spacious place and a friendly staff. First off, the lentil soup tasted magnificent. I wished the soup had some whole lentil in it. However, the flavors were definitely delightful. The bread was soft and good. The lamb gyro, the lamb, could have been cooked a little more for my taste, and the seasoning was different for my overall liking. However, the ingredients were fresh, and I asked for more sauce. The one they give you is not enough. Overall, the soup and the bread were the high lights.

    Lamb Gyro Rice Platter
    Ashley W.

    The inside is spacious with plenty of seating although the ambiance is not great. Its dark inside and clean. It's very plain and new feeling just not much of any vibe. The staff was super friendly and helpful. My food came out quickly. There were some people sitting inside. This is a fine place to go to eat alone and casually. I got the lamb gyro rice dish platter which was nearly $19... a little overpriced if you ask me. The meat was very thinly sliced and had some good flavor but nothing crazy impressive and the flavor was light. The dish comes with salad veggies + rice + a slice of bread + hot sauce and white sauce + your choice of meat. Overall it was very mid food wise and on the expensive side. The bread wasn't pita bread which was disappointing. The lentil soup looked yummy.

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    David N.

    Tried the mixed gyro platter and the chicken was flavorful and juicy. The lamb/beef is the processed kind versus the slabs of lamb mixed with fat but it was still tasty. I think you are supposed to get 3 kinds of meat but that was unclear if we did or not. There were 3 spits of meat cooking though. I just looked it up and the Yaprok gyro is the one with pieces of meat rather than minced meat. The small platter was definitely enough for 2 people if you get a side. Also had the babaganoush with bread which was tasty. I wish they maybe offered smaller portions of the spreads so you could get them if you were by yourself. at $9 each they only make sense if you are sharing. Don't come here for the ambience.

    Buyer beware; ABSOLUTE GARBAGE! Would give zero stars if I could but it's not possible. I ordered two orders of soup and a chicken shish kabob. What I received was a plastic bag of soup literally. Both containers of soup were delivered with the contents spilled out into the bottom of the bag; a giant inedible mess. Whoever packed the order was out to lunch that day and so was the delivery person. For the record, I ordered from Ankara #3's site. After I received the bag of cr@p, I called Ankara #3 and the person I spoke to was absolutely useless and had zero interest in rectifying the situation, be it a refund or replacing the order. I would never order from this restaurant again and I urge potential customers to beware of this "business."

    Thomas M.

    Heard the hype, went for the hype, was pleased with the hype. Maybe the best Turkish I've had in the city for quite some time. My brother and I split two different sandwiches, large portions, got a Fanta. Such a gem for lunch or to take out of owners.

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    The customer service & also the fact that their food is fresh plus their open 24/7. Can't beat that!

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    nasty food and sooooo slow. the chicken genuinely had an off taste to it and was astonishingly overcooked.

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    The shawarma is just like you remember from Bereket. The only difference was that it's cut a little thicker. So good!!!!

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    Clean, fresh, delicious and fast. What else do you need for a quick bite. Pleasantly surprised by the quality of food.

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    Service needs some strong improvement on their service. My experience was bad enough that I have no reason to return.

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    NAR Restaurant NYC - Nar Restaurant

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    4.7(84 reviews)
    1.1 miFlatiron
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    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.

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    4.7(187 reviews)
    1.8 miMurray Hill, Midtown East
    $$

    Absolutely amazing spot for Turkish food in Murray Hill. It was close to my hotel, so I figured to…read morestop in. I'm so glad I did. I got to try a variety of different items, inducing: ayran, chicken Adana sandwich on home bread, Turkish tea, and rice pudding. The ayran was probably the best I've ever had in my life. It was so refreshing, the perfect amount of salt, so good. And it's homemade. I would highly recommend you try this drink regardless of what you order, it's that good. The chicken Adana sandwich was also quite nice. The chicken was fresh and well seasoned in a good portion with some lettuce, onions, tomatoes as well. The bread was great. It's served with two wonderful, flavorful sauces: hot sauce and yogurt sauce (I much prefer the latter). Portion is incredible for the price. Then, I was initially interested in trying the fig pudding for dessert but they were out of it, so I went with the rice pudding. Again, a huge portion that is well worth the price. So creamy, so good. And, they brought out 2 Turkish teas for free to make up for not having the fig! The people are just very nice here, and the tea was also lovely, piping hot and just perfect. It's a pretty small restaurant but doesn't get crowded early on. They were playing some Turkish music while I ate, and I really enjoyed it. The people are very kind and attentive and the food is just incredible. Must try!

    Great Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern flavors in Murray Hill... perfect for take out or dining in…read moretheir restaurant where you can stare at their amazing desserts in the display case. Fast, friendly, yummy. From salads, apps (bababganush, hummus, muhammara, tabouli, etc.), gyros, pides and platters. Everything looks delicious. For take out I love their chicken gyro on home bread, with "white sauce" no hot sauce. $13.50 plus tax.

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    ABA Turkish Restaurant - Lamb

    ABA Turkish Restaurant

    4.1(671 reviews)
    3.1 miHell's Kitchen, Midtown West
    $$$

    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.

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    Istanbul Kebab House - Chicken

    Istanbul Kebab House

    4.1(689 reviews)
    2.8 miHell's Kitchen, Midtown West, Theater District
    $$

    This is a wonderful find! It is a clean, cozy establishment with limited seating. At first, it…read morecould be mistaken for a take-out restaurant, but in the rear there is enough space to comfortably enjoy your meal. The food was served in generous portions and was very tasty. For example, the lentil and chicken soups were fabulous. The chicken soup was filled with real chicken in a creamy broth. The lentil soup was soothing yet extraordinary--something you wished would last and last. Even the cold spinach salad was scrumptious. To accompany these appetizers was bread, a round mound of deliciousness. At first it looked like far too much for just a couple of people, but it tasted so good that it was gone before we knew it. The entrées were served quickly and in generous portions. The dessert, rice pudding, was also a real treat! The waitress was very kind and truly attentive. I recommmend this restaurant and look forward to going back soon!

    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.

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    Turkish Kitchen - Yum.

    Turkish Kitchen

    3.8(637 reviews)
    1.4 miKips Bay
    $$$

    Turkish Kitchen is my neighborhood mainstay, I can't even count how many times I've been over the…read moreyears. The birthday coupons are what had brought me in every year, but even though they stopped during Covid, I still enjoy visiting. My go-to dish is the Iskender Kebab - delicious slices of lamb with tomato sauce and yogurt over baked pita bread. I also enjoy the combination platter with dips - the baba ghanoush is delicious. The atmosphere is classy but down-to-earth. The cocktails are tasty. The service can be slow, but it means we are never rushed out. The prices are mid-high, but commensurate with the quality of food. I recently came with a large group, including kids. Service was welcoming despite the chaos. Our bread was frequently replenished and our bottles of wine poured. On top of that, we were given tastes of dessert & liqueur - such a nice treat at the end of a long meal. I especially appreciated that the head guy alerted us that gratuity was already added to the check. We had such a great time, that we opted to tip more! I was happy that my group had such a positive experience, and surely will continue to return.

    A group of my friends were in town, and we happened to pick this place just by walking down the…read morestreet in the area until we saw something that looked tasty. We could not have been happier with what we got for a place that we picked totally randomly. First of all, the place is popular and we did not have resos, but the staff were super nice and found us an open table that we could eat at as long as we put in our orders quick so they could get the table ready for a later reservation in an hour. Then the food itself arrived and was really delicious and well presented, just look at those kebab plates and dips! They also gave our group free baklava at the end I think just because they felt a little bad they had to rush us, which wasn't even their fault and was super appreciated. Also, the interior decoration is fantastic. The restaurant feels super classy and elegant. Great vibes for a date, a business dinner, or just a fancy dinner. Overall, easy 5 stars. Great food and amazing service. Oh and the wine was delicious too.

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