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    Stone Cave

    3.9 (37 reviews)
    ModerateTurkish
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Jing Shyang Y.

    I have mixed feelings about this place. When attending the first time the food was wonderful, the staff friendly and the ambience of the place great. Iskender Yayla kebab was stunning but in the back of my mind, everything was much too pricey. We had 50% off the meal which made it reasonable. On the second visit I had an Amazon Local voucher and suddenly whilst the quality was okay, the portions of everything had shrunk. Had I only been here once, I would have rated this place more highly. But the inconsistency of the place and the fact having vouchers seemed to change the service and food portion, it's not quite the perfect second date. By all means worth a punt but ideally only on their 50% off nights Mon-Thurs 5-7pm.

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    Wendy L.

    According to my boyfriend Turkish people love theme restaurants and it is what Stone Cave is. It is awesome looking at what they have done with the place and it opens up a different talking topic whilst you're waiting for your food. We went during the day but we can imagine the place to much more romantic with a better vibe when the sun goes out relying on the lighting giving the place a warm glow. The place is not big especially you take away the stage area where performances take place such as belly dancers. Sadly we miss this opportunity as it is a dinner entertainment. However this does not distract the fact we had a lovely early dinner there with most of the stable food available on the menu. The menu is not as extensive as the restaurants in the Green Lane and nor does this place load you continuously with free starters and sides. We did wish to see more stews available but it was mainly grills. It is also a little more upmarket with only complimentary bread given and portion sizes much more controlled then the ones in North London. But then the restaurant is aiming at a different crowd. Many people have made complaints about the bread but we managed to get it warm. fresh and airy as expected. It went superbly well with the Mixed Meze platter for 2 we ordered. The platter included a variety of dips such as Humus and Cacik which were both very average and not as flavoursome and smooth as I have them in other restaurants. However I really enjoy the salads such as the Kisir, Saksuka and Tabbouleh all beautifully fresh, light on the olive oil, all different in taste and full of texture and flavour with Saksuka being my favourite as a result of the lovely soft textures of the aubergines. Sadly the fried food weren't that great as most them tasted recooked. The harden batter ended up taking over the softer texture inside. It was shame for something like the falafel which I enjoyed the nice addition of sesame seeds but were to dense and hard on the outside. It was the same for both the borek and the Mitite Kofte where the halloumi lacked that bounce and freshness. The mucver was probably my favourite out of them all as it was more plumply filled with lovely soft grated courgettes that balanced out the thick batter. But at least everything was fried in the correct temperature so they were all greaseless. Still I was glad to get this platter as it was a great mix of the most popular Turkish meze and although they weren't outstanding they were still very much edible and enjoyable. Along that we also had Sarma where some might know it as Dolma which are stuffed wine leaves with pine kernels, rice & currants, mixed salad & basil oil. This one was slightly bland but all very well assembled and rice nice and soft with lovely sweetness from the dried fruits. I also really enjoyed the turkish sausage which was very succulent and well spiced. The chargrilled sardines was also very well charred which added a nice smoky touch and paired well with lightly dressed salad leaves. In fact I liked that most of the dishes we ordered was paired with a side salad which breaks up the meat load. After all those starters I decided to stick with a vegetarian main and chose the stuffed aubergine which was deliciously cooked. I love the combination of tomatoes which added the lovely runny texture inside and nicely contrasted with the stringy mozzarella on top. i gladly used the rice on the side to soak up all the remaining juices. My boyfriend ordered the lamb kofte with mash potatoes. They goes to show they are better with their grilled dishes as it was succulent, juicy with nice seasoning going on. I did wish they could be more generous with their mash as the ratio wasn't right. But I'm glad they gave us more aubergine on the side which added moisture to the dish and salad which added a nice textural difference. We finished on a selection of traditional Turkish pastries and rice pudding which was part of the mix dessert plate we ordered. As edible as they were they failed to make an impression especially the rice pudding which was rubbery as it was cooled too long in the fridge. It didn't help with the cinnamon icecream placed on top. Could have been better if I ordered it on it's own so there was more of it to taste it's actual texture rather than just the cooled skin in the mini version we had. So Stone Cave isn't the best for it's food but i did find things I enjoyed I probably will stick to that on my next arrival. They include the grilled foods, the baked dishes and the salads. Service was fine and efficient. The decor definitely adds an extra point to this place as it is what makes it stand out to other restaurants out there that probably do better food as well. Although next time I would like to return in the evening so I could watch the performances they offer too.

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    Really enjoyed the food here, and the staff, and live late night music made it even better. Great for a night with a few friends.

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    i went here a couple of weeks back with a friend of mine, and i must the meze was absolutely devine!!

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    It was the same for both the borek and the Mitite Kofte where the halloumi lacked that bounce and freshness.

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    Sömine

    Sömine

    4.5(28 reviews)
    0.0 miKingsland, De Beauvoir
    £

    Looking for a chill place to have a good conversation complemented with a satisfying meal? Then…read morelook no further...Sömine is what you are searching for! We were on our way to another restaurant up the street and we all decided we could no longer be bothered with walking, that's when Sömine appeared in the distance. We decided to gamble and eat here instead. This is when laziness actually is beneficial. The staff here is so friendly and funny. You were served with the complementary items and given recommendations based on our eating preferences. My fellow veg heads we can eat here! They have several items on the menu that cater to vegetarian boundaries (vegan I'm not so sure). I forget the name of what I ordered but it was almost like a meatless and pastaless lasagna. It was de-lish-us! The place is a bit small with the tables fairly close to each other, so be careful when moving around. Luckily for us, there was one other party there so we had room to stretch our limbs. I would definitely recommend this place

    I have to admit, it's been ages since I last ventured out to Dalston...even though it is supposed…read moreto be the new hipster central! And given that I was practically a novice to this area, I whipped out my phone to consult the opinion of my fellow Yelpers as to where they suggest a starving bloke should find consolidation for his stomach. Sömine popped near the top of the list with overwhelmingly good reviews - amongst others, one by Lizzie G, whose reviews are generally superb! I walked along Kingsland Road, with its mixture of ethnic supermarkets, trashy clothing stores and fried-chicken shops. But the further North you go (towards Stoke Newington), the more the area seems to become "cool", as you can find hip restaurants and coffee shops for the yuppies and hipsters that slowly, but surely seem to "gentrify" this area. Sömine is as low-key as it gets - in fact, it resembles a cheap cafeteria of my long-gone university days. But let's turn to the food for a minute: they mostly offer stews, which are on display already from the outside. The guy behind the counter explained to me the various flavours/ingredients and in the end decided on a vegetarian stew and a stew with minced lamb and aubergine. He ladled them both on a soup-plate and on the side he served me some pickled vegetables and rice. (I specifically asked for the rice to be served on a separate plate.) What I liked best about my dining-experience here was watching the kitchen ladies making Turkish raviolis right there in the restaurant (see photo). For some reason, this act of making food right here and there, made me believe that all their food is made with a similar passion...

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    Cirrik 19 Numara Bos

    Cirrik 19 Numara Bos

    4.3(16 reviews)
    0.1 miDalston
    ££

    I love restaurants that - in addition to good food - have friendly and helpful staff…read more It was one of those dreary, rainy and cold London winter days and when I entered Cirrik during an early lunch-time, I surprised the waiter while he was eating his lunch before the rush hour. He was eating some kind of soup and immediately knew that I wanted that too! I asked him what it was and he said that this was the kind of soup that his Mum made for him on cold days like this...well perfect! The soup, which was a rice-yoghurt soup with oregano and chili sauce, arrived shortly after and it was really what I needed at that time. I was served warm bread and a typical side salad along with it. (Update: a Turkish Yelper saw my photo of the soup and sent me the following compliment: my favourite soup.. name is "yayla corbasi ;) Once I'd finished my soup, the nice waiter approached me again and inquired if I wanted anything else to eat. I asked him to recommend something to me and he said that being from Adana originally, he'd recommend Adana Köfte. The raw köfte went onto the grill and after they were done the arrived on my table...along with a few more side salads: onions in a reddish sauce as well as an onion-salad. All was very delicious. True to Turkish hospitality, I finally received a Turkish tea, which rounded up my meal quite nicely. So, if you're willing to entrust yourself to the staff when it comes to food recommendations, you're in good hands here!

    Spectacular! Fresh, great sauces,…read more My love has traveled to Turkey a lot...he said: Hands down the best Turkish grilled meat dishes. BAM!! No really!! Friendly people, easy dress code (cause its more like a fancy kebab joint than a "white linen napkin" restaurant. Why?!?! Is this not in the city!!! Fak!!!

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    Cirrik 19 Numara Bos - Rice & yoghurt soup with chili sauce and oregano. Perfect for cold & rainy weather.

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    Rice & yoghurt soup with chili sauce and oregano. Perfect for cold & rainy weather.

    Anatolia

    Anatolia

    3.8(20 reviews)
    1.0 miLondon Fields
    ££

    hi freinds I decided to write a yelp review on how much of a fun and exiting time I had here…read moreyesterday I had a chicken concarni and it was nice. I really likes the chips because they are nice also the atmosphere was nice thank you freinds for your great service and happines...

    Where were you when you learned that Michael Jackson died? You're bound to get this question from…read morethis day forward, so you'd better juice up your answer! I was enjoying a late night (drunken, let's be honest) meal with three, come four fantastic friends, devouring a £12 bottle of white wine, (someone get this girl a straw!) and shoving hummus and lamb shish kebabs in my face at dangerous speeds. 3D glasses were involved, as were some incriminating photos with some overly powdered Turkish delight. I think quotes like "That's what she said" and "your mom" may have slipped in among my infamous Scottish and Irish accents. (They're truly amazing, you should hear me say "Carrrrehmel" juxtaposed with "They're magically delicious!" This also launched a few references to Toucan Sam, which were equally enjoyed by the Irish, Scottish and American group. Nearing the end of our hummus, haloumi, cack and kebab, Evelyn received the ominous text "Michael Jackson Died..." to which, logically, we decided to confirm by asking the waitstaff who had been trying to usher us out for the past 20 minutes. The only things confirmed at the meal were that #1.Anatolia Ocakbasi was indeed magically delicious and cheap, and that #2. If MJ did die, we blame the boogie. Bottle of white wine £12 Order of hummus, haloumi, cack and lamb kebab: £19 Having an amazing answer (and shocking photo evidence) to the question: "Where were you when you found out Michael Jackson died?" Priceless.

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    Anatolia - Mixed kebab for two. With salad bread and rice. £18. Delightful.

    Mixed kebab for two. With salad bread and rice. £18. Delightful.

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    Mix kebab with rice takeaway.

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    Urfa Ocakbasi Restaurant

    Urfa Ocakbasi Restaurant

    4.5(2 reviews)
    0.3 miStoke Newington Central

    I've never had turkish food, and i'm glad that I was able to try it here. We tried a handful on the…read moreoptions on the menu and liked it all. My family and I were around the area when we stumbled upon this gem. Not only is the food delicious, but the service goes above and beyond. The servers are attentive, so you won't have to worry about long waits & the food comes out in a timely manner. There was a specific gentleman that made our night even better! (I wasn't able to catch his name but he was wearing a black NY Yankees hat) He was very friendly, checked up on our table throughout the evening, and even escorted us out upon our departure. To be honest, I'm visiting from Las Vegas and service in the UK (and all over EU) is so different compared to home. However, the staff here definitely reminded me that you can get the same great service in the UK. The actual set up of the restaurant is great. It's fairly large, and extremely clean. The restroom was spacious, and even had a diaper changing table in there (this is definitely hard to find in the UK). Also; the restaurant itself is disable friendly, the entrance door is on a ramp, and there's plenty of space to go around the place with a wheelchair. Plus, it's only about a 7-10 minute walk from the nearest underground station.

    After one of those busy days when you forget to eat, we needed food - late. Urfa Ocakbasi was…read morethere, shining like a beacon, with its light-up red on black lettering. Ok so the decor wasn't trendy - it was essentially faux-wood tables crammed into a large rectangular hall - but that wasn't what we needed. We ordered starters to share (free additional bread with the tzatziki much appreciated) and then various versions of their shish. Unfortunately I hadn't considered all the extra delights that come with a main course - a mountain of delicious salad, salsa, bread and more - and was essentially stuffed before I reached the actual food. Ordinarily in these circumstances I'd advise ordering less, but the friendly staff were happy to give us our left over wraps packaged up. Along with the food I also took away the knowledge that tzatziki is pronounced with a G. So in summary, visit Urfa Ocakbasi, order more than you need, feast for days on delicious Turkish food!

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    Stone Cave - turkish - Updated May 2026

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