This was our second visit to Sultan Mediterranean Cuisine and both times we enjoyed a delightful meal. The food is very fresh, flavorful and well prepared. This time I had the Chicken Adana which was well seasoned. Portion size is also good; I have had leftovers to enjoy both times. Service was very friendly and attentive, but also relaxed enough that we could enjoy our meal without feeling hurried. They were also knowledgeable about the menu which made ordering with a food allergy stress free. If you are looking for a delicious meal that is satisfying without being heavy/greasy I recommend stopping by. read more

Sultan Mediterranean Cuisine - Chicken Adana - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

A couple Saturdays ago when the weather was perfect, we wanted a Central Park + brunch kind of morning and stopped in here. We were walk-ins and got seated right away. Their windows open out to the street, so we were sitting right by it and honestly the best part, just soaking in the weather. We ordered the baba ganoush with pita and the Turkish eggs (6/10). I'm pretty particular about my eggs and these were watery and lacked flavor. We almost never leave food behind but this time we did. The service is incredible and staff was so kind. Maybe their dinner menu is better but I wouldn't recommend coming here for brunch. read more

Sultan Mediterranean Cuisine - Turkish Eggs & Babagannush Half Tray (6/10) - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Came here last minute around 530pm on a weekend and was able to get a table. Food in general was pretty good and service was good as well. Grilled octopus- so good! Nice and tender. Flavorful. My toddler enjoyed it as well. Sauteed garlic shrimp- good! My toddler ate most of it and loved the sauce French fries- came out hot and crispy. Good flavor as well. Sultan Combo Platter- meats were moist and nicely flavored. Even the chicken was juicy. The amount of rice they served with it was way lacking. Please give more rice!! Service was good. I recommend coming here if youre around the area and want something good at a decent price. read more

We went on Tuesday night for diner , service , food and ambiance was great , also I really did appreciate that they give us space and were present when we need it They're extremely kind to offer an delicious home made desert Will go back read more

My brother and I were looking for a place for dinner spot with Mediterranean food and discovered Sultan. The atmosphere was elegant, yet not pretentious, with its front open to the street, perfect for this summer evening weather. For starters, we ordered Babaganoush and Grape Leaves - both well-prepared. While often eggplant in Babaganoush can get slimy, but Sultan's was not. Grape Leaves are my go-to appetizer since I was a kid and this was the first time I remember them with currants, which went well with also pine nut inclusions. For an entrée, I decided to try something new for me, Hünkâr Beğendi, a.k.a. "Sultan's Delight." Found really enjoyable this flavorful classic Ottoman combination of lamb tomato sauce stew over a smoky eggplant purée with mozzarella served with grilled jalapeño. This was a nice comfort food, imagine especially fantastic when it's cold outside. Also wanting lamb, my brother ordered the Adana, a tasty Turkish spiced, grilled, ground lamb kebab, which came with rice and a small side salad. Everything at Sultan was enjoyable with good service and quality food nicely done, so I'd recommend it if you're interested in that type of food in Upper East Side. It's certainly somewhere nice for a special evening or a dinner date. Also, definitely could imagine it's a great spot a bite and drink for their Happy Hour. Note - The portion sizes were at best moderate, compared to the prices. Given I'm not regularly eating in UES, wonder if there may be comparable Mediterranean dinner places in other parts of the city where you might get more bang for the buck. read more

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Stopped by for happy hour after seeing a sign outside, and the original place we were planning to go was packed. We were able to get a seat at the bar high tops quickly. They also have a few outdoor seats and the front of the restaurant opens up on a nice day. We tried the cheese pastry, hummus and fried calamari. The hummus was smooth and paired nicely with the soft home made bread. The calamari was crispy but bland. We also got some cocktails, the mojito wasn't my favorite and the mint was a bit brown. Service was fairly quick. read more

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enjoyed everything - food, service, and that there's a bar - but the sultan's delight is off the charts great!

Explored this restaurant for brunch today and we were pleased with our decision. Started with a Bloody Mary, iced coffee and cappuccino which were fine. From the brunch menu we ordered the Turkish Breakfast and the Mediterranean Omelette. Both were excellent, with fresh ingredients and generous portions. Seating was comfortable and service friendly. The baklava provided a sweet finish to our brunch. read more

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This place has very solid Mediterranean Turkish food. It has bar seating or table seatings. You can also do take-out. They have specials on DoorDash for pickup too. I had the Chicken Adana, which comes with rice. Just what I needed when I'm hungry. It's a milder flavor than other Mediterranean foods, but it is still very tasty, especially the chicken. It's a big portion, so I had leftovers for lunch next day. It comes with warm cut-up pide bread too. So tasty. Their lentil soup is also very delicious and very smooth, just what you need if you're feeling under the weather and feel like having soup. Staff are nice. It's close to trains on E61st & Lex. They also have a lunch special that you can order there on weekdays. read more

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We were looking for good food after a long day of travel. Sultan filled the bill. The food was delicious. The portions were generous. Service was attentive even though they were short staffed. Try the Turkish wine and kazandibi- exceptional!! read more

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My friend and I stopped by Sultan for some dinner while we were in the area! Started off with some dips that were pretty solid. The baba ganoush had a nice smokey flavors and well seasoned. The pink queen with beets and the labneh were but pretty standard. The bread, although initially warm, quickly became cold and on the harder side. For entrees, I got the Turkish Manti, which are these small ravioli-like dumplings served in a yogurt sauce. While I liked how each manti had a nice seasoned flavors of beef, the tartness of the yogurt was a little overpowering - maybe I just didn't curate the perfect manti to sauce ratio. Because it was my first time trying manti, I didn't what to expect and maybe should have went with a traditional grilled meat dish instead. I can attest to the fact that portions are pretty big! We came right after a large party so our orders and entrees were delayed. While some staff members and manager were super apologetic about it, and even offered free dessert, the younger staff seemed to have trouble noticing that multiple parties were in need of his assistance. He also didn't make eye contact when I raised my hand and reached out. I appreciated the free dessert but unfortunately the baklava pieces was stale and overly sweet without any nutty/pistachio flavors. I completely understand the delay but maybe wish I ordered something else and came at a better time. read more

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Good comfy place on the UES. Service is good and portions are generous. Food was good. Nothing that stands out but everything was good.

I came here with my gf and it's such a wonderful experience. The food was good and the ambiance was nice. We ordered the sultan platter and it there was so much food enough for two. It came quickly too. It's also not too loud so you can actually talk to each other. Definitely will come back again! read more

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Ambiance was rustic and hip Portions were large and fulfilling and flavorful Service was great. Prices were reasonable given the quality read more

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My wife and I are very spontaneous. While heading to another location, we searched for a restaurant in Midtown Manhattan and stumbled upon Sultan Mediterranean. This place definitely did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived, the owner, Cihan, greeted us with a smile and a warm welcome. The food was fresh, and the staff was friendly. I would definitely come here again. read more

The food was amazing, by far some of the best! Service was great, very classy, clean and everyone was so friendly. I highly recommend the lentil soup and the sultan's delight. The tea and baklava are a must have after. Definitely coming back again! read more

Sultan Mediterranean Cuisine - Red sangria, Sultan's Delight, Chicken Shish - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Me and my friend drive almost an hour to eat this food, worth to try. Taste really good and service was best. read more

Sultan Mediterranean Cuisine - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Very good food, nice place, very nice waiters. Plus I loved the expresso martini. Not crazy expensive has most of places in New York. I definitely recommend it ! read more

Everything was delicious! Reasonably priced, too. We shared a bunch of things - my fave was probably the grape leaves or the zucchini fritters. But literally everything was great. Warm bread with dips, chicken, felafel... yum! read more

Its Ok, not super, not bad. Had some sort of iskender, balkava, tea. It is nice to have this place in Lexington Ave. Service is nice closer to home, unlike horrible American service usually. read more

I gathered many friends here and everyone enjoyed their meal. Their dishes were beyond conventional quality. Staff members demonstrate warmth instead of coldness. They provide generous food quantities. This restaurant deserves success and has my support. read more

Today I decided to try Sultan. I arrived at 3:00 PM just as their Happy Hour began. There are some pretty good deals on their menu. It is difficult to evaluate a restaurant based just upon their appetizers, but so far so good. I plan to return soon. I ordered the Pick Three dips (hummus, pink queen and tzatziki - $20). All three, as well as the bread served with them, were good. I also had a nice glass of chardonnay ($9). This is a pleasant, medium sized, restaurant with open windows in the front and a small bar. The only issue I had was that sitting at the bar was not that comfortable because there is no bar railing, and the railing on the chair wasn't that great. Next time I'll probably sit at a table. The waiter/bartender was friendly and quite helpful. It was nice to be served by someone so cheerful. read more

I can't say enough good things about Sultan Mediterranean. The food is spectacular--the Mixed Grill was seasoned to perfection. But what really set this meal apart was the service; the staff was amazing, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome from the moment we walked in. It's rare to find a place that nails both the flavors and the hospitality this well. Highly recommend! read more

The quality of food is always consistent, full of flavor and the service is friendly, efficient and attentive. I would recommend this for anyone looking to eat authentic Mediterranean meals that are true to its roots. read more

Sultan Mediterranean Cuisine - Iskender Kebab - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

Not only is the food so fresh and wonderful, it is really the service and the owner that makes this place outstanding. Much love to Sultan

The food was delicious. Service made me feel special and catered to. The dessert suggestion was amazing it was a dish with shredded wheat and cheese and unexpectedly delightful! The ambiance of musical selections were fun and checked the box for nostalgia. read more

Sultan Mediterranean Cuisine - Dessert assortment shredded wheat and cheese dessert bottom right. Yum! - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

This spot serves food that satisfies at a deeper level. Fittingly, the people working here are always friendly. The ambiance works perfectly. No shortcuts with pre-made items here. I'm happy I chose to try this spot! read more

Great food, generous service. We booked the place for my daughter's graduation- all of us enjoyed it there.

Not great but ok. Good portions, attentive servers. Surprising old school rock music playing...raise your hand if you've heard "White Room" in a Mediterranean restaurant? read more

Three days ago, my friends and I went to Sultan Restaurant. The staff welcomed us with great warmth and smiles. We ordered a few appetizers to start. The appetizers were quite delicious, and I especially loved the labneh. For the main course, I ordered lamb adana. It was even better than many Adana kebabs I've had in Turkey. I've already added Sultan Restaurant to my favorites. I'll definitely visit again soon. read more

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My friend and I have lunched here multiple times before seeing a show at the 59th St. Theater. We both have been very happy with the food and the service. They have a varied menu with great choices and they even have a great brunch menu. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant! read more

Food is really delicious. Absolutely love the Turkish dessert. I had some similar to this but not as good as this one. Worth trying this. I will come back for this dessert. Mmmmm really read more

It was the most delicious dinner. I will recommend it to all my friends who come to New York, thank you for the dinner and the service. Thank you read more

Delicious food. We went with few friends and everyone loved the food and the service. Attentive staff. The owner came to the table to make sure all is well. read more

OH MY GOSH! The food, the service, the atmosphere, all a 10/10. Everyone was very respectful and polite, we were seated right away. As someone with a middle eastern background, the lamb adana and the sultan delight had great flavors and spices, and for great prices. Thank you Cihan, Hekim and staff for a wonderful evening! We will be coming back soon. read more

Quick, efficient pleasant service very good food! Happened by this restaurant on the way to an appointment. So glad I tried it. read more

Absolutely amazing food! The brunch menu was extensive, with amazing cocktails and perfect service. Amazing dining room, with a romantic and intimate atmosphere. Amazing Mediterranean! read more

Went for a luncheon with 2 other colleagues. The dining room is warm and welcoming and the wait staff is very attentive and accommodating. Food was very fresh and flavorful with large portions leading to some leftovers for later. The owner came by and offered the baklava for desert which was phenomenal. Highly recommend this establishment. read more

Really enjoyed this place. The food is so fresh and the staff is super accommodating. I also like the vibe - it's nice and calming but still feels upscale enough to feel like a little treat. Let's get out and support these small businesses y'all! read more

This is my favorite Turkish restaurant. I had the sultan delight and pastries with cheese and pastrami and was in heaven. The waiters are nice and attentive too. I'm looking forward to going back. This place is a 10/10. read more