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The storefront pulled me in immediately--sweet smell, gorgeous display, total "take my money" vibes. Everything looked stunning. The Turkish delights were basically edible art with petals, pistachios, and vibrant colors. And the baklava? Sitting there like it knew it was about to win. Unfortunately... looks were doing all the heavy lifting. Spent $28 on six small pieces and walked out excited--only to be let down. The Turkish delight tasted overly artificial, almost perfumey in a bad way. The marshmallow rolls had a weird paste-like texture. Baklava was fine, but nothing special. Also, the packaging? A struggle to close and somehow managed to give me a legit paper cut. Love that for me. Great location, beautiful presentation--but the taste just doesn't justify the price. Pretty, but meh.
Huge variety! The one gentleman was nice and offered a sample. The place was packed so people seemed to love it. We got two boxes to share and try. They were gone before the night ended. The store had lots to see. Huge storefront with cool things and places to sit small but still a place to sit.
I was walking around the area with my family when we spotted Troya on our hunt for coffee. They kindly offered samples of the pastries and sweets, many of which were so good! We had no issues with the workers, they were patient and helped us figure out what we would enjoy. The inside is beautiful and I'd recommend dropping by to check out all their treats!
Panoramic display of Turkish Delights down the store on both sides. I'm used to paying the same amount for much more baklava so the sweet treats didn't interest me that much here but there are a lot to choose from. We were here for the Turkish coffee which I had before, maybe with more milk/cream because the creamy coffees ($6) here were sour and bitter. The creamy cardamom to me was just nasty, like herbal medicine. He enjoyed his creamy hazelnut which didn't taste that much better to me. You can see the coffee grounds sitting in a layer at the bottom of the tiny cup.
This is it. Varied and various choices to indulge from. Staff was able to help me curate a half dozen of their classics. I was lucky and he also let me try the dried fruit candy and it was the best. They offer boxes of all different sizes and styles so you can take back a gift. You cannot leave without bakalava, i was able to enjoy some with ice cream ghardelli and it made for an amazing combo. Just stop by before your aquarium trip or walk to the beach. Parking is abysmal but if youre able to walk by you have to take some home. There are seating options but they are rather tight but quite the experience considering the vast decor.
Every time I come to Monterey, I have to visit this place. Their Turkish delights are exactly like the ones I had when I visited Turkey. I searched everywhere for that distinct flavor and I have only found it here. They have recently expanded the store, and now it's like a true Turkish bazaar. Service is great, especially Hussein, he has always been extremely helpful. You can sample the delights to find which ones you love. Lots of flavors to choose from.
Friendly customer service, free small samples They have the Dubai chocolate and some some pastries but the Turkish Delight is my favorite especially the the Rose pedal with pistachios the Saffron roll is very good also worth the price. The place is beautiful with lots of colorful Turkish Chandeliers.
From the moment we walked in, the hosts were friendly, inviting, and genuinely happy to have us there. We were encouraged to taste several halwa options, which immediately set the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable visit. A special shoutout to Zainab, who helped us big time during our visit. She was incredibly patient with our tasting requests and took the time to walk us through a wide variety of sweets, explaining the differences and helping us find what suited our taste best. There was absolutely no rush, just thoughtful guidance and great hospitality. We eventually settled on a couple of baklava varieties along with Turkish delights filled with nuts, and everything we picked was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. If you're in Monterey and have a sweet tooth (or even if you don't), this spot is definitely worth a visit.
I was out exploring Cannery Row and decided to pop in to Troya. Troya is a Turkish cafe offering traditional coffee, pastries, and more. The store is bright and colorful, and the staff is friendly and helpful. I love baklava, so I immediately gravitated towards their different baklava options. I went with the most original looking one. The slices are big, so I only opted for one slice. I brought it back to our hotel to share with my husband later that evening. It was delicious! Perfectly flaky and not too sweet. Though they're great for sharing, I kind of wished I got two slices!
So this is definitely a tourist trap. Do you like traps? Up to you right? I did get some samples. And the samples were good enough for me to spend $25. So the little square cubes of plain Turkish Delights were quite delish. It's quite quite the soft chewy gooey texture. It's a bit more thick and richer than other cheap ones where the texture feels more gummy or gelatinous. When I inquired about the ingredients, they said that they used molasses. I see why and how Edmund fell to Turkish Delights. I also got the other more fancy TDs that had other ingredients including pomegranate and marshmallows (separate, not together). They also served Turkish coffees with fancy cups. I should have gotten it. But I didn't. Maybe it's bc I knew this was a tourist trap and I was only willing to be trapped by the TDs like Edmund. But there were others including Turks whom patron the coffee. My friend commented that this place was more expensive than another Turkish store. But it is what it is. And you get what you get. The store was super clean, lots of nice wares, nice decoration, full of friendly staff and a good amount of samples. B++
I've been coming here for years, at least once a year, and Troya is still my must-stop spot for Turkish delights and coffee. The lokum are excellent -- the green pistachio roll and the dark cocoa/black roll are absolute classics. Other newer flavors are fun too, but those two are my staples. The owner is generous with samples -- not tiny bites, but big pieces -- so you can really taste before you buy. Even though I'm not big on sweets, I always end up leaving with a box (or two) to enjoy slowly at home. The Turkish coffee here is the highlight. I usually brew mine with Najjar Green using a traditional cezve, bringing it up and down three times to get the proper thickness and cardamom punch. Too many cafes only do one boil, which makes it thin and flat. Here, the coffee is rich, aromatic, and full-bodied -- just like how my Middle Eastern friends make it at home. I've never been to the Middle East myself, but stepping into this shop -- with the lamps, colors, and atmosphere -- really feels like being transported there. Hands down, the best Turkish coffee I've had in the Bay Area. Maybe LA has more options, but until I try them, this remains my gold standard. -- Dr. C Only writing for what truly earns the stars.
Service was very friendly when we stepped in to check it out. We were offered sampling. The decoration of tiles floor and a beautiful chandelier style head light captured my gaze. The Turkish delights at the counter display were also eye candies.
We loved every bite we had at Troya. The pomegranate tea was on another level, so refreshing and flavorful, and the baklava was absolutely delicious. Everything tasted fresh and well made. Highly recommend if you're in the area!
11 days ago
Outstanding baklava and assortment of treats. We really enjoy a syrupy baklava as opposed to dry. This place hit the mark. Several to choose from. Inside is very spacious and appealing to the eye. Service was also excellent. She offered samples and was very patient with me. Definitely recommend! read more
Wow!! Ok I was on a quick 24hr turn around road trip from OC up to Monterey, I needed coffee, I love sweets, I have never had Turkish anything. Omg the chocolate and other baked goods were delish!!!! I really felt like I was in Turkey, the decor, the music, the staff.... I think there were all family... once I entered they were so happy nice and willing to share the history behind the baked goods and coffee. One of the lady's there ( I think owner) over heard I ask my wife about coffee in Spanish and she corrected me, have some in-site and left me wondering.... Yes I had the tiny cup of coffee and it was worth it. Strong bitter tasteful, I could have had about 3 Thank you for the experience and knowledge and next time I'm in town I shall stop by and order more pastries!!!! read more
2 months ago
The storefront pulled me in immediately--sweet smell, gorgeous display, total "take my money" vibes. Everything looked stunning. The Turkish delights were basically edible art with petals, pistachios, and vibrant colors. And the baklava? Sitting there like it knew it was about to win. Unfortunately... looks were doing all the heavy lifting. Spent $28 on six small pieces and walked out excited--only to be let down. The Turkish delight tasted overly artificial, almost perfumey in a bad way. The marshmallow rolls had a weird paste-like texture. Baklava was fine, but nothing special. Also, the packaging? A struggle to close and somehow managed to give me a legit paper cut. Love that for me. Great location, beautiful presentation--but the taste just doesn't justify the price. Pretty, but meh. read more
7 days ago
Huge variety! The one gentleman was nice and offered a sample. The place was packed so people seemed to love it. We got two boxes to share and try. They were gone before the night ended. The store had lots to see. Huge storefront with cool things and places to sit small but still a place to sit. read more
2 months ago
I was walking around the area with my family when we spotted Troya on our hunt for coffee. They kindly offered samples of the pastries and sweets, many of which were so good! We had no issues with the workers, they were patient and helped us figure out what we would enjoy. The inside is beautiful and I'd recommend dropping by to check out all their treats! read more
Panoramic display of Turkish Delights down the store on both sides. I'm used to paying the same amount for much more baklava so the sweet treats didn't interest me that much here but there are a lot to choose from. We were here for the Turkish coffee which I had before, maybe with more milk/cream because the creamy coffees ($6) here were sour and bitter. The creamy cardamom to me was just nasty, like herbal medicine. He enjoyed his creamy hazelnut which didn't taste that much better to me. You can see the coffee grounds sitting in a layer at the bottom of the tiny cup. read more
This is it. Varied and various choices to indulge from. Staff was able to help me curate a half dozen of their classics. I was lucky and he also let me try the dried fruit candy and it was the best. They offer boxes of all different sizes and styles so you can take back a gift. You cannot leave without bakalava, i was able to enjoy some with ice cream ghardelli and it made for an amazing combo. Just stop by before your aquarium trip or walk to the beach. Parking is abysmal but if youre able to walk by you have to take some home. There are seating options but they are rather tight but quite the experience considering the vast decor. read more
Every time I come to Monterey, I have to visit this place. Their Turkish delights are exactly like the ones I had when I visited Turkey. I searched everywhere for that distinct flavor and I have only found it here. They have recently expanded the store, and now it's like a true Turkish bazaar. Service is great, especially Hussein, he has always been extremely helpful. You can sample the delights to find which ones you love. Lots of flavors to choose from. read more
3 months ago
Friendly customer service, free small samples They have the Dubai chocolate and some some pastries but the Turkish Delight is my favorite especially the the Rose pedal with pistachios the Saffron roll is very good also worth the price. The place is beautiful with lots of colorful Turkish Chandeliers. read more
From the moment we walked in, the hosts were friendly, inviting, and genuinely happy to have us there. We were encouraged to taste several halwa options, which immediately set the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable visit. A special shoutout to Zainab, who helped us big time during our visit. She was incredibly patient with our tasting requests and took the time to walk us through a wide variety of sweets, explaining the differences and helping us find what suited our taste best. There was absolutely no rush, just thoughtful guidance and great hospitality. We eventually settled on a couple of baklava varieties along with Turkish delights filled with nuts, and everything we picked was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. If you're in Monterey and have a sweet tooth (or even if you don't), this spot is definitely worth a visit. read more
I was out exploring Cannery Row and decided to pop in to Troya. Troya is a Turkish cafe offering traditional coffee, pastries, and more. The store is bright and colorful, and the staff is friendly and helpful. I love baklava, so I immediately gravitated towards their different baklava options. I went with the most original looking one. The slices are big, so I only opted for one slice. I brought it back to our hotel to share with my husband later that evening. It was delicious! Perfectly flaky and not too sweet. Though they're great for sharing, I kind of wished I got two slices! read more
So this is definitely a tourist trap. Do you like traps? Up to you right? I did get some samples. And the samples were good enough for me to spend $25. So the little square cubes of plain Turkish Delights were quite delish. It's quite quite the soft chewy gooey texture. It's a bit more thick and richer than other cheap ones where the texture feels more gummy or gelatinous. When I inquired about the ingredients, they said that they used molasses. I see why and how Edmund fell to Turkish Delights. I also got the other more fancy TDs that had other ingredients including pomegranate and marshmallows (separate, not together). They also served Turkish coffees with fancy cups. I should have gotten it. But I didn't. Maybe it's bc I knew this was a tourist trap and I was only willing to be trapped by the TDs like Edmund. But there were others including Turks whom patron the coffee. My friend commented that this place was more expensive than another Turkish store. But it is what it is. And you get what you get. The store was super clean, lots of nice wares, nice decoration, full of friendly staff and a good amount of samples. B++ read more
2 days ago
I've been coming here for years, at least once a year, and Troya is still my must-stop spot for Turkish delights and coffee. The lokum are excellent -- the green pistachio roll and the dark cocoa/black roll are absolute classics. Other newer flavors are fun too, but those two are my staples. The owner is generous with samples -- not tiny bites, but big pieces -- so you can really taste before you buy. Even though I'm not big on sweets, I always end up leaving with a box (or two) to enjoy slowly at home. The Turkish coffee here is the highlight. I usually brew mine with Najjar Green using a traditional cezve, bringing it up and down three times to get the proper thickness and cardamom punch. Too many cafes only do one boil, which makes it thin and flat. Here, the coffee is rich, aromatic, and full-bodied -- just like how my Middle Eastern friends make it at home. I've never been to the Middle East myself, but stepping into this shop -- with the lamps, colors, and atmosphere -- really feels like being transported there. Hands down, the best Turkish coffee I've had in the Bay Area. Maybe LA has more options, but until I try them, this remains my gold standard. -- Dr. C Only writing for what truly earns the stars. read more
Service was very friendly when we stepped in to check it out. We were offered sampling. The decoration of tiles floor and a beautiful chandelier style head light captured my gaze. The Turkish delights at the counter display were also eye candies. read more
6 months ago
We loved every bite we had at Troya. The pomegranate tea was on another level, so refreshing and flavorful, and the baklava was absolutely delicious. Everything tasted fresh and well made. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more
6 months ago
I totally love these delicious turkish delights . Cool friendly guy at the counter. vibe w beautiful lamps and lighting. So many choices of yummy to choose from , it's not easy. read more
8 months ago
Enjoyable spot in Cannery Row. Their Turkish coffee was very smooth - no sour notes, but a mellow bittersweet. Plenty of tables outdoors, which is great because I had my dog with me. Not only was the baklava delicious, but I was also given extra treats. I'll be making a visit if I'm ever back in the area. read more
4 months ago
I was walking Cannery Row when i stumbled into this one of a kind shop. Very clean and very friendly staff. The unique candies are very colorful and quite delicious actually. I really was amazed at the variety of baklava offered here. I had no idea so many options could be created. I really loved this place. read more
I enjoy a good Turkish coffee, and Troya was definitely the spot such a cute cafe and decor makes me feel like Im transported to Turkey, great service and good coffee and tea recommendations I really like their service very attentive. I will be coming back for more Turkish coffee read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
Was walking by when I spotted this spot , it's gorgeous. And the display of all the different treats had me intrigued. I only had Turkish delight one other time in Carmel and did not like the rose flavored candy but I decided to try the rose flavored Turkish delight they had here - I enjoyed it so much more !! I also had a Turkish coffee , it was very .... Earthy . Tasted clean and not artificial. Very strong too! I purchased some baklava as well and it was delicious. Service was great the older gentleman explained and told me to sit and he would bring the coffee out . He gave me a few samples too . I will definitely be coming back . Warning it is a bit on the pricey side . read more
3 months ago
My go to place for Baklava when I go on my walks and it's beautiful inside , I'm local so it's very convenient for me . read more
Quality/Quantity - My daughter is so happy after visiting you. Now she (I) does NOT need to go all the way to SLO for her Turkish delights! Although I welcome any excuse to go there. :) Yes, I know we can ship, but where is the fun in that? This is a "sister" (cousin?) store to Lokum, where we are regular customers. See other Yelp reviews. Same - Similar layouts and products. Atmosphere - Slightly smaller than the other locations, but more than enough. All the treats up front and coffee in the back. Sorry, my parking meter was up and I had to run out of there today, so limited pictures. But I did leave my daughter, lol. Service - Good. Price - Expensive, but worth it! That is the price for quality! Owner Comment - Congrats on your success at this location since 2018. Can I suggest adding your website to Yelp? https://troyamry.com/ read more
1 month ago
Great Turkish delight and baklava! We tried a variety and really enjoyed the pistachio and rose Turkish delight. The staff was very professional and helpful. We also tried the Turkish coffee and it goes great with the sweetness of the Turkish delight. There is a nice seating area near the back as well to enjoy the coffee. read more
This is a beautiful shop of the most amazing Turkish sweets and pastries. Their rose tea was insane. I also got the pistachio marshmallow Dubai chocolate I literally want to try everything in the store. The staff is so friendly. The aesthetic is beautiful. Will definitely go back. read more
11 months ago
Its been a few years since I've been back and have been looking forward to trying their baklava and turkish delights again! Service is excellent and you can still try samples before your buy of their Turkish delights which are all imported. The shop is beautifully decorated. And it's located not that far from the pier. read more
1 year ago
This is my first time having Turkish Coffee, and I found the experience to be wonderful. Because it came it such a small amount, it really forced me to sit down and enjoy it the way it should be. Ordered the Smooth Cream and Cardamom with a Pistachio ClamShell. That dessert was also rich but delectable. The service was informative and patient for a first-timer. read more
2 years ago
Remarkable authentic Turkish coffee. If you are seeking "parent of 3 or more children energy levels" type of coffee this is your place! Now Turkish coffee is not watered down coffee bean juice. This was amazingly strong and bold with varied flavors. Pistachio cream was smooth with pistachio bits absolutely amazing! Hazelnut and cardamom coffees (no cream) were the caffeine punch we needed to finish our cannery row stroll. Just know since it's strong you only need a small cup for a more expensive price. Service: The gentleman was attentive, knowledgeable about each drink and welcoming. Everyone was friendly Ambiance: Beautiful interior!! The seating and chandelier were nice sterling touches Overall: This is a great real coffee spot when at the Monterey wharf / cannery row (trying to avoid Starbucks). read more
7 months ago
Came here for a sweet treat after dinner and we were excited as my boyfriend and I love baklava. To our dismay, the portions were very small and overly sweet. The cherry on top? Extremely overpriced. It tasted like straight simple syrup. I have tried store bought baklava to restaurant baklava and this is just not right as a place that claims to specialize in baklava. Wish I could give them a 2.5, too sweet and disappointed. Love the ambiance inside and service was okay. read more
6 months ago
An absolute must-stop when on Cannery Row! From the moment you walk in, the warm aromas and inviting ambiance set the tone for something special. You're treated to complimentary bites of their Turkish delights while you wait, and the coffee is rich, bold and full of flavor! read more
I was in Istanbul last year and when I came to this store I felt like I was transported to the Istanbul market. The workers were super nice and gave us endless samples. We got a few rolls and some boxes of baklava. We also sat down for coffee and tea. Such a great experience. read more
Drawn inside by the beautiful Turkish lights and decor, we stayed because of the tasty Turkish pastries and coffee! After having several complimentary tastings, we HAD to buy some. We got our 3 favorites: one had roses, one had pistachios and blackberry, one had coconut and fig. They are sold by the pound, and we got 3 "quarter pounds", but somehow it ended up being a pound of food ($36). This is an almost perfect cafe, with the only "ding" being the inconsistent service. There were 2 men (one older gentleman who was delightful and friendly, one younger man who helped us in the beginning) and one younger woman who refused to help us when we asked for a napkin and later asked for a bag. It was unfortunate to have been met by someone rude in a service industry but we didn't let it ruin our short coffee outing. Troya is the real deal, and it's worth visiting (minus the one service person). read more
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Are the baklava vegan, or do they have honey?
You can find detailed list of ingredients for each of their products on their website: https://troyamry.com/Products . Looks like most of them contain honey or cream thus not vegan.
Are the turkish delight vegan?
Real lokum is completely vegan; it's made with cornflour - there really is no need to add gelatine, especially as doing so would render it non-vegetarian, much less vegan.
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