Update: We went back almost immediately because we couldn't stop talking about the first meal, and…read moresomehow it was every bit as amazing. The lamb shank was absurdly tender, the baba ganoush was smoky and rich, and yes, the ezme, beets, and pita remain mandatory ordering. But what really sets this place apart is the heart behind it. On a hard night for our family, a simple unexpected dessert brought genuine comfort and a smile when we needed it most. They don't just feed your stomach here. They feed your soul. I would go to war for this restaurant. An absolute gem, genuinely some of the best food I've had in the area!! I don't write glowing reviews lightly, but this place absolutely earned one. From the moment the food hit the table, it was obvious this was something special. Every single thing we ordered, from the mezze sampler to the drinks to dessert, felt like the best version of itself it could possibly be. Not one weak note. Even the pita bread was memorable. Warm, soft, fresh, lightly charred, and worthy of praise in a meal FULL of standout dishes. The mezze sampler was EXTRAORDINARY. The beet and goat cheese was one of those bites that makes you stop mid-conversation. The goat cheese was fresh, creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced by roasted beets that were unbelievably sweet and luscious. Honestly, they were almost candy-like. I don't know what they did to prepare them, but they were incredible. The spicy vegetable dip, Esme, was bright, vibrant, and bursting with flavor. Fresh, zippy, and balanced with just enough heat. The eggplant dip was equally impressive, with a silky texture, subtle tartness, mellow tomato notes, and that gentle pleasant bitterness that makes eggplant so satisfying when it's done well. The hummus was ridiculously creamy and rich with tahini, giving it a deep nutty flavor that made it one of the best hummus dishes I've personally had. We also ordered the Turkish manti, and they were fantastic. Little handmade parcels topped with cool yogurt and warm spiced oil that brought everything together beautifully. We didn't even manage to take a picture because by that point we were so completely absorbed in the meal that all manners disappeared and we just devoured them immediately. No photo. No pause. Just instinct. That might be the strongest endorsement I can give. The mint lemonade was perfect for a warm day. Bright, refreshing, tart, cooling, and mint-forward without being overly sweet. It tasted clean, balanced, and incredibly refreshing. Dessert completely sealed the deal. The Turkish revani was unbelievably soft, soaked through with milk, and had that luscious almost tres leches quality that makes every bite melt away. The fresh berries and raspberry sauce gave it just enough brightness and acidity to balance the sweetness beautifully. I had a cup of black tea with it, and the combination of cake, berries, and tea was one of those simple little moments that feels kind of magical. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Tasteful decor, warm atmosphere, and thoughtful design that feels welcoming without trying too hard. The service was friendly, attentive, and genuine. More than anything, the whole place feels like a labor of love. What blows my mind most is that this restaurant has apparently been here for over two years, and we somehow only just discovered it. We were legitimately mad at ourselves thinking about how many meals we could have had here already. Now we're just trying to make up for lost time!! For roughly $80 for two before tip, the value was outstanding. At first glance, the menu might look a little upscale, but once the food arrives, it makes perfect sense. The quality more than justifies the price. I've had good Mediterranean food before. This is operating on a completely different level. Without question, this is some of the best Mediterranean food I've had anywhere in the area, and I can't wait to go back.

Another amazing restaurant in Hudson Valley. This was unassuming from the outside. The stores next…read moreto them are either empty or closed and the location, it's next to the Home depot, that when you park in front of the place, you feel like you're the only one eating there.. not a good first impression for a good restaurant. We went for dinner at 6 pm on a Saturday, we thought we were the only ones there, again because of the empty parking lot. There were a few people already seated. We didn't have any reservations, and I thought - Why would we? We started with the appetizers, babaganoush and calamari. Both were good. My wife and I had the mixed platter for two. All the meats were tasty, seasoned well and weren't dry. For dessert, I tried the affogato, espresso over ice cream and that hit the spot. Overall, we were impressed. People did start coming in after 6 so it's best to reserve a table especially if you have more than 4 in your party. The don't serve liquor so it's BYOB!! For some, that might be the important thing to note .

This place is a hidden gem. It's a small place with about four tables and some wares to buy. We…read morewent for breakfast and got the Turkish breakfast for two. It's clearly family run and the woman who served us was so lovely. The food was incredibly fresh. It was so tasty. We came out very satisfied. The Turkish breakfast is essentially a smorgasbord of various foods. There's cheese there's nuts there's dried fruit. There's fresh fruit. There's cucumber and tomato salad, there's sausage, there's olives, there's bread, there's butter with honey, tahini with molasses, jam, and there's eggs. We got the eggs in the traditional style, which is mixed with peppers and tomatoes. And it was absolutely delicious. Overall, loved this place and would absolutely come back.

Visited Beacon for an upstate trip and came across this lovely little Turkish family restaurant!…read moreIt's super cozy and everything feels so fresh and homemade. My friends and I got the kofta platter and Turkish breakfast with the menemen, which was this interesting tomato and egg dish that was very soft and mildly sweet. The kofta beef meatballs were nice and savory, perfectly paired with the rice and salad. The Turkish breakfast is primarily a lot of cheeses with sauces and small bites with a bread basket - would only recommend if you like different kinds of cheeses and since it is very light on its own it would prob be best to order something in addition to it. My friends and I also tried the salep tea which was this traditional Turkish drink that is very thick and creamy, has a very unique texture with a sweet flavor and cinnamon garnish.

Came here for the first time on a Saturday night and it was really busy. We made a reservation but…read morestill had to wait a bit to be seated. It's tiny inside but clean. We got the mixed cold appetizers which tasted really good with their bread. The mixed grill was very good, their lamb is one of the best we've had. I hope they consider adding iskender to their menu in the future. Unfortunately we didn't experience the best service when we were there. They didn't give us menus so we looked it up on our phones, and we had to flag the staff down to take our order after almost 15min. We asked for water refills and yogurt sauce but received neither and no one came to check on us. We didn't want to wait longer so we opted to skip dessert.

Let me talk about the kebab -- the quality of this place has significantly declined over time. When…read morethey first opened, they were truly making authentic Adana kebab. The chef was from Adana, and he used to prepare lamb meat properly with a zırh (traditional curved knife). But those days seem to be long gone. During my last two visits, there's been a noticeable drop in flavor. It seems they've switched from hand-minced meat to machine-ground meat, and they've started mixing in beef as well. The kebab, which used to crumble with rich texture, has now turned into something more like a cheap supermarket meatball. Despite charging above-average prices, this decline in quality is unacceptable.The kebab was served with both rice and bulgur pilaf, but both had clearly been sitting for a while. The rice, in particular, seemed like it had been cooked 2-3 days earlier -- it was far from fresh. It might still appeal to Turkish customers who have never actually had proper kebab even in Turkey, but to anyone who knows what Adana kebab is supposed to be, this is a joke. I assume most of their customers are foreigners who don't really know what to expect from a real Adana kebab -- so they've taken the easy and cheap route. To make things worse, during my last visit, one side of the kebab was burnt. And the chef, like a typical trickster, had placed the burnt side facing down on the plate, trying to hide it. That's just shameful. And finally -- here's a photo of the cooked tomato they served. Completely white and unripe. Really, chef? You didn't notice when cutting it? You didn't see it while cooking? Or even when plating it? If good tomatoes are hard to find (which they're not -- they're just coming into season), then don't serve them at all. If someone asks, you simply say "It's not the season, and we couldn't find good-quality tomatoes, so we chose not to serve any." But you don't serve pickling-grade, pale white tomatoes on a plate. Also, the place is now covered with signs saying it's alcohol-free -- seriously, there are nearly ten of them across the entrance, exit, and walls. When I asked the waiter about it, he explained that the restaurant is now a "halal establishment." But here's the strange part: since the place opened, I've been there around seven times, and every time I brought my own alcohol, the staff gladly served it to me at the table. Surely they didn't just now discover that alcohol isn't considered *halal* in their religion.

Tried Ziatun, a Palestinian restaurant in Beacon and it was phenomenal - would highly recommend…read morecoming here for a lunch or dinner. After a hike, we ordered some hearty food (waited around 30 minutes) for lunch. We shared the Futur medley as our appetizer, and I was especially impressed with the hummus, baba ganoush, and bean dishes! I also tried the slow roasted lamb with hummus. Everything was great, and I'd definitely return!

Drove up to meet my niece so we got take out The food was…read moredelicious and very large portions The food was hot and fresh and ready on time It was very well prepared and priced The service was great and we will be back

Excellent authentic Turkish cuisine. The host, Sinon, was gracious and very welcoming. Highly…read morerecommended!

We found The Turk when the restaurant we planned to go to wasn't open for lunch. What a great…read morefind. The food was delicious. Service terrific. Time was taken to explain the various dishes we tried. A very enjoyable experience.

Amazing food and incredibly friendly people! We've been coming here for years and the food has…read morebeen consistently top notch! This little, unassuming gem is not to be missed. Our favorite dish is the lamb kebab combo which comes with rice, hummus, baba ghanouj, salad and pita in generous portions. They also have a little shop with authentic goodies and treats. Whether you're just passing by or you live in the area and haven't yet stopped in, this is a place you don't want to miss!

My first visit to Nour Lebanese Cuisine was a wonderful experience…read more I placed a takeout order and, while I was waiting fot it to be ready, they gave me a bowl (not a tiny cup) of a delicious bean dish to try. Afterwards, they had me try a cookie. They were very welcoming and the food was great. I plan to go back soon.

Cozy atmosphere, authentic Turkish decorations. We ordered fish tacos and Adana kebab - both fresh…read moreand delicious. Highly recommended.

This is the BIGGEST little surprise you will be thrilled over! Such an inconspicuous little old…read morebuilding, cute but not eye catchy... you will drive passed it easily ... if your exceeding the 30 mile per hour speed limit. Turkish delightful menu! Remember no alcoholic beverages served.

Not open Closed down…read more Refunded for order after delivering and driving around for 30 mins

Trusted the reviews and we were not disappointed. A very cute spot, nicely decorated, just in a…read morestrange location because of the mall. The mixed appetizer was fun to try all the dips. The chutney type one was my favorite by far, followed by the cacik and baba ganoush. The carrot and cabbage ones were a little too heavy on the mayo for me. The bread was delicious! Our meals were also very good. I was personally not a big fan of the chicken adana even though everyone raves about it, but it was just personal preference. My husband loved it! My chicken shish was very good, tender and moist. Super friendly service so all in all a great spot!

Decided randomly to stop into The Turk for lunch on a Saturday…read more Upon sitting down we received a complimentary olive oil/mustard dipping sauce and fresh made pita bread. The dipping oil had a different but delicious flavor and the pita bread kept coming out hot. We ordered the falafel dinner and the chicken saute. The chicken saute was very flavorful. The red sauce had robust flavor and wasn't acidic at all. The rice was delicious and went with the chicken saute nicely. The falafel dinner was a great size, also had great flavor and we were both full when we left. For dessert we had chocolate pudding which was very good. The restaurant is clean. Service is attentive and kind. The owner came to our table and talked with us for a bit. He's very friendly and customer experience oriented. At first glance you may think this restaurant is pricey but don't let the price deter you because the quality and flavors at The Turk are unmatched.

The food was deeeeslicious! The server was very sweet and…read morehumble. The owner "Dennis" came and played for us. Very inviting ambiance.

Amazing food! I can't resist stopping in (even after we had brunch 2 hours earlier)....the food is…read morethat good! We live 2 hrs away, if I'm driving by it's a must! Perfectly fried and sauced zucchini pancakes (think zucchini fritters). Light and crispy with a subtle yogurt sauce....mmmmmm. The cold dip combo is served with fragrant, warm, crusty bread...and that carrot dip-blows me away every time! Fresh grape leaves might not be in the picture-the first thing I go for everytime! Of course, a steamy cup (or 3) of Turkish tea...perfection. Great service, Turkish decor, and most important: AUTHENTIC Turkish food! Sultan's is the real deal!

Sultan in Waterbury is a must-try for authentic Turkish flavors! We ordered the Adana and Has Has…read morekebab. Both were delicious. The hummus and babaganoush were also standouts. We ended the meal with baklava and kunefe. So good! The service is consistent - friendly and efficient, and the atmosphere always cozy and inviting. They have plenty of parking in the front of the restaurant. I can't wait to go back and try more of their menu!