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Troya

4.0 (577 reviews)
ModerateDesserts, Turkish, Cafes
Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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You can always sit and enjoy a cup of Turkish coffee.
Marjon M.

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.

Alejandra O.

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 .

Guy H.

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 .

Baklava
David D.

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.

Salim K.

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.

Falepau S.

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!

Nice!
David L.

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++

Packaged coffee
Gretel Y.

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!

Surprise
Melissa F.

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.

View from my coffee and chandelier
Elena M.

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

Takumi A.

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.

LeeLee C.

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.

Turkish coffee & baklava
Gabriel B.

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.

1/24/25 FYI. Todays options.

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Ask the Community - Troya

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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