My family and I live in the Los Altos community and Urfa Bistro is a stand-out establishment in…read moretown, by all standards. The owner and his staff have created more than an exceptional meal; the Bistro is a warm and vibrant experience where a wide range of friends and family feel welcome, cared for and catered to. The many families comfortable bringing their small children to a sophisticated restaurant, coupled with the strong presence of older generation guests regularly frequenting the restaurant further demonstrates Urfa's happy vibe, high-quality food and ambiance that makes you feel like family :)

Been meaning to try this place and glad I did. I ordered to go and everything tasted amazing!…read morePackaged well too. Tried their hummus with their pita bread and I really enjoyed it! The hummus is super creamy and light, not too oily. The pita bread is exactly how I like it. It's thin and light. Best thing to dip into that hummus. Also tried their lentil soup and really do appreciate that it is just straight up tastes like lentils. Other places put heavy cream or something to make it creamy and I don't like that. For the entree I had the beef shish and the meat was spot on. Juicy and not dry. You don't even need the sauce because the meat stands well on its own! That's how good it is. I am glad I finally tried this place and will say I'll be coming back!

Another enjoyable lunch here: - renovated interior…read more - prix fixe 3 course menu is reasonable at $46/pp, whole table participation, love that have a choice of many items in each category - everything tastes fresh and homemade - great staff who know the menu and will adjust to the diner's needs and desires - dine inside or alfresco Have always wanted to visit Türkiye and eating here again just reminded me why!

Meyhouse has been on my bookmarks for a while now and in dt Sunnyvale!…read more My friend and I sat down for an earlyish dinner around five. We looked over our menu and had a hard time pronouncing and figuring out what to eat. Our server was so patient with us and explained the entire menu, also told us that he is Turkish and showed us how to pronounce some of the names and letters After much thought, we ordered the acili muhammara (peppers and walnut dip with pomegranate molasses) , Uc Borek (phyllo rolls with 3 type of fillings), and the adana platter (lamb skewer with sides). The bread basket that came with the pepper and pomegranate molasses dip very good, and it was a great start. The pomegranate gave it a hint of sweetness which balanced the heavier pepper flavor The uc boreks were flaky and crispy, and came out hot af. loved the zucchini and cheese filling! The lamb was full of flavor and came with rice and a Greek salad. That being said, the flatbread had a lot of oil, since the skewer was placed on top. The lamb itself was soft and had no gamey taste. The greek salad complimented and contrasted the heavy and rich tastes. We also ordered the pistachio kunefe and ice cream for dessert. The texture of the kunefe was delicious! I loved the stretchy sweet mozzarella and the crispy crunchy of the toasted phyllo dough. We got a side of mastic ice cream to go with the kunefe. slight licorice and herby taste. It was interesting but still good though Thank you Meyhouse for an awesome intro to Turkish food!

Absolutely incredible food. We got the Nahita Special with spinach borek and menemen, as well as…read morethe Simit Plate to share between 3 people and it was a perfect amount of food. The bread is top tier and the food is fresh, light, and delicious. The service is fine and the place has lots of seating. You kind of have to know what you're doing when you get there (what things come with each plate, to serve yourself your own tea if you get a meal that comes with it, etc) because they don't really explain anything to you. However the food was so delicious so we will definitely be coming again.

This place is sooooo good!! I have been meaning to come here after I saw someone post about their…read morebreakfast special. I came on a Friday around 10AM and it was pretty lively. Most people were there to eat, but some folks were doing work on their laptop. You place your order first and then find a table in the seating area. After we ordered, we realized there was complimentary self-serve tea in the seating room. My fiance and I ordered the Nagoya special with shakshuka, a cappuccino, an iced mocha, and a pistachio baklava. The coffee was pretty standard, so next time we will just enjoy their tea. It took about 5-10 minutes for our food to come out. The menu says the special is for 2 people, but we had trouble finishing everything. You could probably share this with 4-5 people. Our favorite thing was the beef borek, but we really enjoyed everything. I am already planning on coming back!

Amazing little gem! Mezze combination was SO much good food. It really was a great variety of many…read moredifferent sides. Also ordered the lentil soup and can't recommend it enough (especially with the lemon) !! Falafel was also a hit and a solid tahini (not too thick either). Service staff was extremely kind and felt like a family business. Adored them!

Nomadic Kitchen is one of the best hidden gems in Redwood City. The food is fresh, authentic, and…read morepacked with flavor. The standout for me was the mezze combination plate--it offered an incredible variety of dips and appetizers, and every single one was delicious. It was the perfect way to sample so many different flavors, and everything tasted fresh and homemade. Before we even walked in, I couldn't help but smile at their cute handmade sign proudly announcing their 5 out of 5 Yelp rating. After the meal, I completely understood why--it wasn't just clever marketing; it was well deserved. The service was warm, welcoming, and genuinely passionate, making the entire dining experience feel personal. The outdoor patio is also a wonderful place to enjoy a relaxed meal. If you're looking for outstanding Turkish cuisine, I highly recommend Nomadic Kitchen. I'll definitely be coming back to explore more of the menu.

We stopped into Meyhouse in Palo Alto for some Mediterranean cuisine and happy hour cocktails and…read morehad a fantastic experience. The atmosphere was stylish, welcoming, and perfect for a relaxed evening out. We shared several Mediterranean bites, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The quality of the ingredients really stood out, and each dish was packed with flavor. The cocktails were excellent, and my husband especially enjoyed the Japanese whiskey flight, which was a fun way to sample a variety of unique whiskeys. It was a great addition to the meal and made the experience feel even more special. As fans of Pera Mezze House in Roseville, we were excited to learn that Meyhouse shares the same ownership, and the same attention to quality and hospitality definitely shines through. Great food, delicious drinks, and wonderful service. We look forward to coming back the next time we're in Palo Alto!

I've been to the Sunnyvale location of Meyhouse a few times but never the Palo Alto one, which is…read moreturns out also has live jazz (not in the main dining room). A fun way to start is to get Raki, which is like the Turkish equivalent of ouzo, but you have to like anise/licorice. They have a few options available, and our Turkish server was helpful when we were trying to choose one. They do have a full bar available. Onto food: We had a group of 4 and ordered everything family style. - Girit: a garlic and spice whipped cheese with pistachios, great with bread. - Pancar: roasted yellow and red beets with Turkish white cheese. - Uc Borek: 3 phyllo rolls: they're fairly small, so it's hard for more than 3-4 people to share (1 bite each). One is zucchini, one is cheese, and one has beef. Beef was my favorite - Ahtapot: fire grilled octopus with a bean spread. - Ege Salatasi: similar to a Greek salad with tomatoes (so good in summer!), green bell peppers, onions, cucumber, croutons, Turkish white cheese, olives. - Chilean sea bass: loved the Aegean greens with this. The sea bass was so flavorful and was a generous portion. - Alinazik: beef tenderloin skewers with smoked eggplant labneh. Desserts: - Kunefe: melted mozzarella filling coated in phyllo, served warm. - Damla sakizli: their homemade mastika ice cream, which pairs wonderfully with the kunefe It's best to go with a group so that you can try more dishes. Everything had bold Mediterranean/Middle Eastern flavors, and our server was really helpful when we were trying to decide on dishes. If you have more time or are hungrier, the tasting is also a great way to go (I've done it at the Sunnyvale location)!

This review was for a fantastic brunch today where we dined outside with some dolmas and…read moreMediterranean Breakfast plate. Let's start with the dolmas. I don't know what the green sauce was drizzled ontop of the dolmas, but it was delightful. I _think_ it was some kind of pesto, but I'm not sure. The dolmas were perfection, and I even ate the lemon pulp with the green sauce because it paired perfectly. Next up, the omlet with the grilled salmon and fresh pita.. I don't know what the red spice was, but the flavor was perfect, the salmon was moist and tender. The cucumbers were just the right amount of crunch, though the tomatoes were a little overripe for me. My husband enjoyed it all though. The portions were perfect for splitting between the 2 of us. I paired this with the fresh brewed iced tea and it was perfect. This isn't a ritzy place, it's a nice drop in for casual food and chat. The seating outside has shade and comfy seats and they have bowls for water for your dog if needed. If only Los Altos closed their main street from driving and followed in Mountain View's downtown feels this would be epic.

Cozy ambiance with kind staff…read more Opted for the falafel salad. Falafel was crispy and didn't feel greasy, but was small. Pita bread was super fresh. Salad was also fresh.

We had a nice meal at Iraklis. The staff was charming and patiently explained the menu as there…read morewere some items we'd never seen before. Not all of the dishes were a hit, but we really enjoyed the appetizer sampler platter (baba ghanoush, hummus, labaneh) and chicken shawarma wrap Damascus style (w/ fries, garlic sauce, and pickles on the side). The best way to improve the meal would be to heat the pita that comes with the platter since it was a bit tough and chewy.

Ordered the platter and lamp plate ! The yogurt was good , the falafel was hard ! The problem was…read morethe pita bread was old ! The lamp plate shawarma was too greasy , nothing to Cheer about ! I'm not sure if they use msg , I was super dehydrated after that lunch ! They need to focus on quality !

Holy deliciousness. Incredible dinner experience at Esnaf tonight! We know we will be back--we will…read morewant to try new things, but it will be so hard because we loved everything we ordered tonight and would definitely order it all again. The branzino was excellent. We did the kebap trio -- the chicken was our favorite. For dessert we got the katmer (pistachio cream-filled filo pastry, served with pistachio gelato) -- this was a fantastic recommendation from our server. Service was top notch. There were three servers working inside and outside, quite a few tables including a big group, and they were so on top of it, warm, welcoming, attentive. Truly standout five star service from the moment we walked in--thank you, Esnaf staff! We loved our experience here. The restaurant is also beautiful! Get a table by the window if you can. Definitely a great date spot or place to linger over drinks with friends. We can't wait to be back.

Amazing Turkish restaurant with such a warm and wonderful atmosphere! The music and ambiance were…read morefantastic. We were greeted with a big smile at the door, which I think is so important. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our table was checked on frequently, and they constantly asked if we needed more bread or anything else. Empty plates were cleared promptly, and everything felt very attentive without being overwhelming. A special thanks to Kerem and Cansel for taking such great care of us! As for the food, I think we ordered way too many mezes, so we didn't have room for the main courses. We'll definitely try them next time. Everything we tasted was delicious and very well prepared. My personal favorite was the Girit Ezmesi. And the bread deserves a special mention. it's freshly baked and brought straight to the table. Absolutely wonderful. We will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!

It's great that they are open later in the evening. The baklava is a step up in quality:…read more5/5: pistachio roll. Great flavor. Not too sweet. 5/5: square walnut baklava. Not too sweet. 4/5: spongy soaked Kataifi; great texture, but generic sweet flavor.

We ordered to go from this place and their desserts are fairly good; we tried Kunefe Pistachio (4…read moreout of 5 stars) Triangle with Pistacho (3.5 stars) and their Tres Leches (1 star). Overall decent spot will definitely try it again

Absolutely delicious Persian food. Service was amazing, everything was fresh, flavorful, and…read moreperfectly cooked. Great taste and authentic flavors. I'll definitely be back.

*Ambiance: This place is clean and has upscale decor. The floor was a bit slippery…read more * Food: Delicious, with generous portions. The staff's recommendations were a hit! * Service: Attentive staff, and we were seated fairly quickly. * Parking: Easy during our weekday dinner visit. * Overall: One of my favorite restaurants--a go-to spot for bringing out-of-town visitors.