Troya

4.0 (590 reviews)

ModerateDesserts, Turkish, Cafes

Open • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Turkish Delight

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Pistachio and gum mastic The pistachio was great. I'm sad they did not fill up the cup all the way, but maybe it was an off day for them.

Hiba Z.

Pistachio and gum mastic The pistachio was great. I'm sad they did not fill up the cup all the way, but maybe it was an off day for them.

Carolyn G.

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.

Clockwise from top left: Chocolate, halva (I think), pistachio triangle, honey pistachio, lightly sweetened pistachio

Colleen R.

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!

George R.

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.

Amy T.

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.

Catherine M.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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++

Silvia A.

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.

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.

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Ryan L.

3 years ago

We would make the trip to Monterey just for this place. Staff is friendly, and let's you try samples. Lots of variety, and we have never left without buying some. Totally worth your time. read more

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Lisa C.

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It's a nice little shop on Canary Row. They served Turkish coffee, choices are sweet or unsweetened (both works like magic). I tried their baklava, they have pistachio, hazelnut, and I forgot whether the third one is walnut or pecan. They all were tastefully delicious. They do serve other treats as well. Staff was really nice, helpful and friendly. read more

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Karthik V.

6 years ago

Covid time review - Their phone number do not connect, but they are in fact open. We stopped by today and got a box of their delicious Turkish delights. They open noon to between 6 and 7 PM daily. They are a family run business and one of them keeps the doors open. If you are in town, stop by to support local business. read more

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Aravind C.

6 years ago

Covid update: please use https://troyamry.com/Home/Location to order. The correct phone number is also on the website.

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Kristina W.

6 years ago

Way over priced!!! $5.99 for a 2 ounce cup of coffee. The coffee wasn't even good. Extremely disappointed.

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Lynne Marie Raguindin B.

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This place is outstanding . We met Will and he is a delightful host. I had an unsweetened coffee and my husband had a med sweetened coffee plus a variety of different dessert. Amazing. We can't wait to come back to try the baklava read more

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Christine P.

6 years ago

I am updating my review from 4 to 5 stars. I was really happy to see they added the labels and pricing since our last visit (back in 2019) to make it easier to pick out what you want. I really appreciate their cleanliness and COVID precautions they have taken to keep their customers safe. We can't wait to come back on our next vacation! read more

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Julie N.

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Came in and bought 2 pieces of baklava and 6 pieces of Turkish delight.. total around 11$. Then said he prefers cash and charged us more around 20$ I believe.Good but not worth it. read more

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Karim I.

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7 years ago

BEWARE this place very expensive!! Ask the price of everything before ordering there is no printed menu. The guy behind the counter will not tell you the price and just take your credit card. We walked in to Troya Turkish delights looking for a little afternoon snack and coffee next thing you know I was down $44. The pistachio baklava was $14 a slice... we ordered two since they are small it was good but not $16 good. The Turkish coffee is really an espresso and $8 for a shot. Again we ordered two. Save yourself the money and go the Starbucks across the street. read more

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Thomas Z.

4 years ago

Asked for only a quarter pound. The gentleman kept adding slices to the box that I did not pick out. He checked me out at a 1/2 pound instead of the requested 1/4 pound. Not a bad sales tactic. read more

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Olivia J.

6 years ago

Every time I go to Monterey, Troya is a must stop spot for turkish delight and baklava. They have a bunch of flavors that are all delicious! My last visit was last weekend and Will helped us. After purchasing my goodies, he gave us a few samples of a new turkish delight with a power on them. Tried the orange, rose, pomegranate, and kiwi. Still delicious! read more

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Leticia R.

8 years ago

Love, love this place. Fresh Turkish delight from Turkey and the most amazing baklava you will ever have. Had Turkish coffee, they offer three different flavors, I had the smooth chocolate, amazing. A must if you come to Cannery Row! read more

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Emily K.

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7 years ago

NOT OK. The owner wiped his nose on his hand...I turned around to look at him and he did disinfect his hands and then wear gloves but he touched his sleeves with his glove and the counters and other things. There is no point in wearing gloves at that point. The owner was also a bit rude and short when I came in excited about Turkish delights. The baklava is also $32/for ONE POUND. Be careful and ask for prices. Primarily, I should have left without paying when he practiced incredibly unsanitary practices, but I imagine during this time, small businesses are going to suffer. They seem to be doing fine ripping people off anyway. I'm throwing the food away. read more

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Sandra Q.

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8 years ago

Happened along this delightful (excuse the pun) by accident. So happy we did. We got a small box with variety of baklava choices. Excellent! The ones we had were not over sweet! We would have tried their Turkish coffee too (beautifully set up)but we had just left Starbucks across the street. Next time for sure. Such a special treat. As for the prices...Really, you MUST REMEMBER where you are. This little shop in located on Cannery Row. Can you imagine the rent cost$$$$$$. Plus the owner flies in these lovely treats directly from Istanbul. We prefer quality to quantity. This is a lovely shop and the owner is super friendly! Give Troya Baklava Cafe a try. We're glad we did. read more

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They were open late the other night, and in spite of what must have been a long day in a touristy area, the nice lady behind the counter described each of more than a dozen varieties of Turkish delight in detail, gave me numerous samples, and answered all my questions. The gentleman working there was delightful as well. Their products aren't inexpensive, but they are fresh, delicious, and made with very high quality ingredients. I left with two varieties of Turkish delight, and a buddy of mine bought a sampling of baklava. And the service can't be beat. Business is also listed on Yelp as "Troya Baklava Cafe." read more

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Nicole M.

7 years ago

Asked how many would fit in a box. They said 8 so I ordered. As he was literally shoving the baklava into the box I could tell it wouldn't fit. Asked him kindly for a second box. To no avail he continued to stuff it in and said it worked and handed me a $40 box with the delights shoved in and stickiness over the entire box. What a bust and this was supposed to be a gift for my father. read more

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Seth E.

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A delightful Turkish dessert cafe with great treats and colorful staff. I highly recommend stopping by if you're passing through Cannery Row. It's different from the usual fare of cheap shirt souvenirs and candy shops. They advertise baklava but they sell so much more. I loved the hazelnut rolls as well as the cherry one. This is definitely going to be on my list every time I come back to the area. read more

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Stopped in because it was a new store on the Row. They do not offer any samples. I saw lots of people browsing but no one buying. I wanted to try some so bad so I made my bf buy me some. It runs for $25/lb so we ended up getting only three pieces roughly $4. It was really tasted but I soon realized they all started to taste similar because they all contained fruits and pistachios. One was just more nougat like, one was more fruit, and the other had a powdered sugar. The owners are from next door at the Turkish art store. They still don't have everything up and running yet. They advertise Turkish coffee but yet they do not have it available. The place itself is very cute and cafe like. I can see this place doing well only because it is in a tourist area. Hoping the next time I come to Monterey I can try the Turkish coffee. read more

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Gabriel B.

7 years ago

Geat coffee, how it should be. Black and no sugar! Really liked that they only used spring water and no tap water to make their coffee. The owner Wail was THE BEEEEEEST! read more

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Ariele L.

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Imported from Turkey, must try the saffron and rose. This is not your usual dessert on Cannery Row. Not too sweet and plenty of flavors $24 per pound totally worth every penny! read more

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Tatiana O.

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8 years ago

This place was amazing. Wish I had one closer to me. The Turkish delights were great. read more

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Jenny F.

6 years ago

Delicious baklava. The owner is really nice. I got the turkish coffee with one of the baklava, great selection. Very authentic.

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Mary K.

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7 years ago

The prices are ridiculous!!!! It is good baklava the variety is nice but whoaaaaaa. A dozen for $85????! Come on now. That's ridiculous. Overall a huge pass and due to exorbitant prices. And those samples are not free. He will add the price to your final tab The other thing that's weird is that the average review is 4 stars. Come on. read more

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Josh C.

4 years ago

Amazing coffee and the Turkish delights are to die for!!!! Friendly staff and omg the samples I turned around and bought a box of Turkish delights!!! Worth every penny read more

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Shelly B.

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8 years ago

What an international experience along with good ole Americana hospitality. The owner, Will was such a pleasure, sharing his knowledge of Turkey and it's coffee and Turkish Delights which are truly authentic! It's so worth the visit!!! read more

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Putra B.

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7 years ago

No doubt the desserts are delicious however is not enough to justify the price. Our 4 pieces of Baklava and 2 Lokum came out to $51, which is a bit excessive. Even in other areas like LA or SF, they are not even that high. Its somewhat a tourist trap, since they know people won't be returning as they visit Monterey once. read more

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Carolyn H.

7 years ago

They rob you for what they give you. Told me one price and bumped it up at the register. Never again.

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Wandered in because hubby wanted some coffee and had never tried Turkish coffee before. At first it was just coffee (which by the way was really good too), but the Turkish Delight display was very enticing and the guy, Will, behind the counter was super friendly and offered up some samples. Oh my word! I have had Turkish Delights before but these were way better. They import directly from Istanbul every couple of weeks. The delights tasted fresh and the texture was just right. Chewy but not super sticky. And the flavors were so unique: saffron infiused, pomegranate and cream, chocolate and hazelnut; we could have stayed and just kept tasting!! Thank you for the experience and we hope to visit again sooner than later! read more

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Lydia H.

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8 years ago

Love the service , they just open 10 months ago and the baklava and others sweets are great. They let us sample before we bought and have some Turkish coffee with it. I bought the pomegranate with pistachio , orange and hazelnuts, coconut with almond really great. read more

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Rob K.

7 years ago

Bad service, rude people won't even smile while giving service and very expensive tea 5$ for no reason and baklava 5$ which you can buyy much better quality and price at Costco . Such rip off touristy place . Avoid it. read more

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Julianna M.

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6 years ago

This is such a cute store! The Turkish delight comes in a pretty good assortment, and all the ones I've had have been delicious. My husband and I came in today to pick up a box, the gentleman working was very patient and helpful as we were trying to decide what flavors to get. He even gave us free samples! read more

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Linda L.

4 years ago

So many people were taking pictures inside but one young male staff stopped me taking a picture. Is that because I didn't take your sample offer or because you thought I am not going to purchase? That's kind rude. read more

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Ivy H.

8 years ago

When you walked past by a Turkish Delight and Baklava place, and felt a sense of authenticity and proud, you went for it. This rose water and pistachio Turkish Delight brightens my day, and it's totally worth the $. read more

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Meri S.

7 years ago

If you want to leave Monterey with bitter taste, then come here! You will get overpriced delights and baklava, and you will not get idea about that until the guy already swipes your card. There are countless reasons why this place should be inspected by city for proper work: - If you ask for just one log of turkish delight - they will stuff more than that in your box - so it weights more. But you will not know how much you actually get, since the guy behind the counter took all label stickers that should be put on the box. - There are no prices displayed anywhere - so dont try to be nice and shy about asking and questioning everything. - They just swipe your card, and then you see the price. Surprise is guaranteed. - In the end will just get total receipt, no itemized receipt. The inspector should be sent to this place - seriously! Ps. If you want turkish delights, order them online directly from Turkey, at third price and get express DHL free shipping. https://www.tarihitatlar.com/afyon-honey-hazelnut-fillet-delight-1-kg read more

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Yum yum yum--this is so like the shops in Istanbul, a gem of an adorable little place. The people are incredibly warm and friendly, and I adore turkish delight--the gelatinous texture and the rose with petals my favorite. With got many varieties of powdered sugar delights: rose and pomegranite with rose petal, lemon and kiwi. My husband got a few types of baklava, which he loved. The prices are reasonable for the quality of what you get, and when there's no pandemic going on, you can sit there and have some turkish beverage, e.g. coffee with your treats--something to look forward to :-) read more

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Kim T.

7 years ago

Watch out for stones in the Turkish delight. Seriously, I encountered a pistachio-sized, pistachio-shaped rock in my orange+pistachio Turkish delight, bought November 2019. I'm glad I hit it with my knife and not my teeth. And yes, this place is expensive, and the prices are not posted. Yes, it does taste good. read more

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Tim B.

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7 years ago

Walked in this morning 2/21/30 to order two coffees. We waited almost 7 minutes at the cash register, as well as 3 people behind us. But nobody came out. We continued to wait and finally the women came out behind the counter and looked at us and said rudely "What do you want?" That was our first clue to leave. Coffee was horrible and when leaving, she ignored us not even saying "Have a nice day". Definitely will not be back. read more

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Angel G.

9 years ago

Friendly and great quality products! The best Turkish Delight I've had, and I have enjoyed a few:) They fly it in fresh and you can certainly tell that it is of great quality. Very friendly service, you can try before you buy, which is great, because it is a pricey treat. The best we tried was the chocolate hazelnut, followed by the pomegranate with cream. They also carry some grocery items from Turkey, displayed on the wall. Do yourself a favor and stop by! read more

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Sue C.

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I love this place: as if a piece of 1001 Night Story is told through this beautiful store: middle eastern lanterns, aromatic coffee and best baklava & delights! Thanks for your hospitality. And yes it's not cheap but a good treat! read more

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Yo L.

7 years ago

Scam Alert!!!Run! Run away fast. This is a pure tourist trap; don't buy anything before you ask the price. The Turkish delight are are more expensive than gold. We bought 2 logs (6 inchs each) of Turkish delight and a small cup coffee and we ended up paying $69!!!!!. They were good but nothing special. The man behind the counter is nice but I am not sure how he sell it with good consciousness at this outrageous price. I wish that I read the reviews on Yelp before coming to this establishment. read more

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685 Cannery Row
Ste 107
Monterey, CA 93940
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(831) 402-4088
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https://troyamry.com

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Hours

What time does Troya open?

Troya opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Troya close?

Troya closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Troya closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 10:00 AM - 8:00 PMSun 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Troya take credit cards?

Yes, Troya takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Troya have a drive thru?

No, Troya does not have a drive thru.

Does Troya serve alcohol?

Yes, Troya serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Troya allow dogs?

Yes, Troya allows dogs.

Does Troya have TVs?

No, Troya does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Troya have bike parking?

Yes, Troya has bike parking.

Does Troya have parking?

Yes, Troya has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Troya have free WiFi?

Yes, Troya has free WiFi.

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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.

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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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I am so excited to come back here one day!…read more The avgolemono soup was the best I've ever had. I'm honestly still annoyed with myself for ordering a cup instead of a bowl. I also wish I had taken better photos, but we were way too eager to start eating! The pickles were perfectly crisp with such a great crunch, and I highly recommend trying the appetizers. We had a group of 11 and ordered probably 3/4 of the appetizer menu to share, which was the perfect way to try everything. Apparently the lamb shanks were amazing because no one saved me the promised bite! I had the seafood pasta, which was absolutely loaded with seafood and so satisfying. Such a memorable meal. Can't wait to come back!

Stale food and angry staff. Stay away from it…read more Just stay away. Dominos or Taco Bell might be better option.

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Homemade pasta with lamb/beef meatballs and the best light but rich sauce... it was truly amazing.

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Dametra Cafe

4.5(4.8k reviews)

4.4 mi

•$$$

I love the vibe of this place! I have gone over the weekends and they have someone that plays a…read moreguitar and drums and people start dancing! It's awesome! So festive. Food is great - they have the flaming cheese, which is exquisite. People are so welcoming when you come to this place - they have 2 other restaurants on Ocean Ave and all 3 of them have incredible food.

Live music on Saturday night! It's pretty loud for those that might be sound sensitive, and also…read morevery interactive. They really encourage you to get up and dance! For starters, our party of eight shared the fried calamari, dolmas, baba ghanoush, and fried cheese. The fried cheese is fired up table side and is quite a sight to see! It's also very tasty. Loved the extreme smoky flavor on the baba ghanoush too. My fiancé and I split the grilled roasted vegetable salad. We were surprised the spinach was lightly sautéed to a wilt, but actually really enjoyed it. We also ordered the special of the day the veal chops: 3 chops cooked medium rare as requested with au gratin potatoes and a big helping of veggies. I wasn't a fan of the sauce that came with the lamb. I did like the potatoes and the carrots and string beans were fresh and cooked perfectly al dente. The rest of the table got some variation of skewers or salad and the consensus was all the skewers (chicken and beef) were dry. My SIL did say the salmon on the Caesar salad was cooked very well though. The entree portions are very healthy! We didn't have room for dessert, but our server made sure we got a little sampler baklava which was a perfectly sweet way to end the meal. Pricy, but what you'd expect in Carmel. Reservations highly recommended! Tons of parties on the waitlist hanging out outside for a table. Street parking only.

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Istanbul Kabab $36.95 .skewed charbroiled ground beef mixed with tomato and seasoned with Turkish spices . Greek salad

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Dametra Fresh Mediterranean

4.0(578 reviews)

2.2 mi

•$$

Great "fast food" option within the outdoor mall setting in Monterey. Food was fresh, and taste was…read moresuperb. Ordered a grilled chicken plate which is a kabob w/ large onion chunks, yellow rice, pita bread and two sides. I chose Greek salad and the phyllo spinach cheese (spanakopita). My meal was far more than I can eat at one sitting- easily shareable for an average eater. My daughter had shawarma and hummus, which I enjoyed being able to taste also. The service was great too. The man who helped us was patient in sharing our options and what things were. I'd highly recommend this Mediterranean food spot to anyone wanting to grab and go and looking for a healthier option. There is a small amount of seating outside as well! From what I gather this may be a chain in this area, as it is not the only location. (?) don't quote me on that :)

Service is quick which is nice... food is average tasting, with little Flavor. They've increased…read moretheir pricing and lowered the quality. $18 for a salad... not worth it. Last time coming here. For fast food, its convenient but not worth the price

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International Cuisine

4.0(920 reviews)

1.1 mi

•$$

Fantastic food. And the service is just lovely. Very nice host, and very attentive, kind waiters…read more Served quickly during the Little Car show in Pacific Grove, and I'm just so glad we tried this place out finally. I had the Monterey Chicken, and my husband had the Gyro plate.

What was in this photo? It may be hard to tell as it was completely cleared in only a matter of…read moreminutes. We came in at 8:45, they close at 9. They still allowed us to order takeout. We got the Caesar salad with chicken and Chicken Bellagio. One word delicious. The customer service was amazing! William one of the workers was very kind and let us know what was in the area. Would absolutely come again.

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Dametra Fresh Mediterranean

3.9(226 reviews)

6.0 mi

•$$

$18.04 "Toss It" with gyro, double red onions, half olives, tzatziki sauce…read more I always feel like I'm eating something homemade and delicious. Eaten this many times now.

I don't usually choose this genre of food, so I was lucky to join a friend at the new restaurant at…read moreThe Dunes. She was working at the nearby Timber Fire (Big Sur) & needed a hearty meal before returning to her hotel for the night. She had one of the lamb wraps with a salad. It was HUGE & provided her leftovers. Wildland fire crews have a tough job & eating enough calories during their shifts is important. She said it was very tasty. I wasn't very hungry & don't usually eat alot of animal products, so I opted for the kids' cheese pizza with fresh olives. It was pretty bad. The olives weren't the best kind for cheesy pizza -- too flavorful & competed with the pizza. The crust was awful -- thick & flavorless. The cheese -- too much & boring. My dinner was a bust. My small Diet Coke was perfect. I won't return, but if you're the kinda person who loves Mediterranean-style wraps, this is your place!!

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Petra Restaurant

4.2(281 reviews)

0.9 mi

•$$

Beautiful dining room. Great gyros and my kiddo loved the fries!…read more Beautiful spot, come early it gets busy quick!

We had a nice dinner at Petra restaurant. They don't have a lot but there was parking on the…read morestreet out front. The service was pretty fast. All of the entrees come with a Greek salad and freshly made pita, that was steaming hot when served. I got the mixed vegetarian plate that had some eggplant dip, hummus, falafel, tabbouleh, and dolmas. The dolmas were really good. Everything else was pretty good. I think I'm kind of spoiled because there are so many great middle-Eastern and Greek places in San Jose, and this place was pretty good but I can get better around where I live! This place is nicely decorated and the service was good.

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Tree House Cafe

4.3(1.4k reviews)

4.5 mi

•$$$

I always enjoy having lunch here in Carmel. If you are lucky enough to get a table on the patio,…read moreit's a very lovely spot. We got the smash burger and the bolognese. The bolognese was delicious and I really liked the meat sauce. The staff is great and we didn't ever feel rushed at all despite them being pretty busy. Note that they don't take reservations before 5pm, and patio seating is limited. We walked in at 1pm without a reservation and waited around 15min to be seated outside. There was plenty of seating indoors.

Beautiful ambiance, but the food could use more flavor…read more The Tree House Café is a very pleasant place with beautiful and unique interior decor. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, and the staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the overall experience enjoyable. However, the food was quite bland for our taste. If you enjoy food with a good amount of salt, spice, or bold flavors, this may not be the place for you. The ambiance and service were definitely highlights, but the food could use more seasoning and flavor to make the experience truly memorable.

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Rosabell M.

115

1491

11070

3 years ago

Our experience at this Turkish coffee shop was nothing short of delightful. The Turkish coffee was an absolute masterpiece--rich, aromatic, and undeniably delicious. Pairing it with the baklava was a taste bud extravaganza; the sweetness and layers of flavor were truly exceptional. What sets this place apart is not just the outstanding coffee and treats but also the impeccable service. The owner treated us with genuine warmth, going above and beyond by generously offering my kids some delightful Turkish candy. This welcoming gesture added a personal touch to our visit. Conveniently located, this coffee shop has become a must-stop for us every time we visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium. If you appreciate authentic Turkish flavors, warm hospitality, and a cozy atmosphere, this place is a gem worth experiencing. read more

Abby And Danny F.

483

7 years ago

We stumbled upon this little cafe while exploring Cannery row, and thought we'd pop in and try some Turkish pastries and coffee. The decor was pretty and all of the pastries were neatly organized for customers to view. Our first thought was that there were no price labels anywhere around the store. But unfortunately we didn't see this as a red flag. We continued to order two small baklava and 2 small Turkish coffees with the help of a friendly staff member. When she rung us up, we were astounded to see our total was over $33 for the 4 small items. The coffee came in expresso cups and was pretty disappointing. The backlava was good, but not worth the price. If you are in Monterey and come across this place in Cannery row, be weary of the amount of money you may spend... read more

Shanette M.

Elite 25

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474

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2 years ago

A charming little coffee and sweet shop! This was my first time trying Turkish coffee, and while I enjoyed it, I wish the staff had explained how to drink it and use the water to cleanse the palate. The candies were unique and different from what I'm used to, but they were delicious. I really enjoy trying new flavors, and this spot was a delightful experience! read more

Ron S.

8 years ago

The owner sells products that cost less than 20 cents a pound for 29 dollar. Buyer beware, this place is using highway robbery tactics I won't be returning to this place. Cihat's selling scheme. I can not recommend this place. read more

Yaman M.

1 year ago

The coffee was extremely flavorful and delicious, atmosphere and vibe was really snazzy, Zainab serving the coffee in the back was very friendly and had a wonderful smile. read more

Cuevas J.

7 years ago

Very bland experience, was excited to try the baklava, but I've had waaaaay better. The Troya name has a history in the area, I expected better. I was disappointed. read more

Gina R.

8 years ago

"Wonderful" is the only word than I could find to describe all in that place I love it, and the people there beautiful!!!!. Again I love it.

Kristy H.

8 years ago

The owner is kind and welcoming, but all of the staff are just great. The flavors are amazing and the store is just beautiful.

Andrea T.

8 years ago

What a find! We had a lovely treat and tasty coffee here. The owner and staff were very friendly. We will be back soon!

Verseperro L.

9 years ago

I like Turkish Sweets,This new places has many varieties of sweets at reasonable price. taste is fine read more

Linda L.

376

161

7 years ago

Very expensive dessert. They don't have the price listed. They taste good but not worth the price.

Shiloh S.

6 years ago

Could not recommend more. Delish food (vegan options) and very sweet staff. I love it here!

Kgfd K.

7 years ago

Very bad service. Very few customers and stale food. Everything is overpriced as well

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Wanted a quick breakfast so swung by here. Service was quick! I would say there was less than a 10…read moreminute wait between walking in and leaving with my 2 orders. I got a smoke salmon crepe and chocolate crepe. Both were great. If I'm ever in the area again, will definitely stop by.

Firstly the restaurant was so gorgeous and smelled amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly and…read moreknowledgeable when assisting us in our order. The coffee was FANTASTIC, not milky or burnt. The food was FANTASTIC. Paninis were nice and crisp outside. The salad that came with the panini was like a balsamic dressing and the tomatoes were so fresh. 10/10 I'm so glad we stopped by.

Troya Turkish Delight & Baklava

4.3

(11 reviews)

This is truly a hidden gem in Monterey! I actually found this place last year and completely forgot…read moreto leave a review, so I had to come back this year. I love this store, and I was so happy to see that they've expanded into the space next door. Now, besides all the Turkish sweets, they have beautiful Turkish lamps, home decor, jewelry, bracelets, and so many cute things that make you want to look around. I actually got a bracelet this time and loved it! But of course, my favorite part is the lokum (Turkish delight). Personally, I prefer lokum over baklava, and they have so many flavors to choose from. This time I tried orange mango, banana, and pistachio with chocolate. SO good! The pistachio ones are always my favorites. They're soft, chewy, slightly jelly-like, and perfect with a cup of Turkish tea. I also love that they let you sample different flavors, which makes the experience even more fun. This time they were out of the traditional tea, so I tried the pomegranate tea instead, and I loved it. The whole place has such a beautiful vibe. Between the music, the colorful lamps, the decor, and the sweets, it honestly feels like a little piece of Turkey in Monterey. The gentleman who helped me was Turkish and was so kind and welcoming too. You can come in for some Turkish delights and tea, browse around for souvenirs or home decor, and just enjoy the atmosphere. Such a unique little spot and definitely a hidden gem worth checking out!

What's good after a drink? How about some yummy baklava! Love the Persian vibe here, very cool…read moreatmosphere. Quick and steady service, all you have to do pick out what your sugar overdose will be! Prices are decent given it caters to tourists. Small pieces are $3.50 to the largest size of $13.

Patisserie Bechler

4.3

(379 reviews)

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Very cozy place, pastries are excellent. Bought blueberry…read moremuffin, raisin roll, pistachio roll, very delicious. Very good price compared to other French bakeries.

Cute little bakery in Monterey/Pacific Grove. We had lunch nearby and I wanted to grab my mom…read moresomething sweet for her birthday. I got her an almond raspberry croissant. It was really very tasty and good sized. They had a lot of other cute desserts that looked good. Service was friendly and efficient.

East Village Cafe

4.4

(149 reviews)

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Super friendly lads behind the bar. We asked if we could see the art work on the other side of the…read morecafe and very kindly welcomed in. We then asked about the wonderful spicy aroma in the air, and were told that was the daily fresh brewed chai. So we ordered a two iced chai with oatmilk, I instantly loved the abundance of cardamon in my drink. My wife and I are going to try and stop by when ever we are in town. On our way out we also had the pleasure of meeting the owner and a regular who had been coming in since the opening of the East Village Cafe. If only we lived closer we'd become regulars too.

I was honestly pretty annoyed with this experience. I ordered a matcha with raspberry syrup, and…read morewhen I got it, my matcha was literally white. I asked the employee about it, and he told me it was because of the raspberry syrup, which honestly made absolutely no sense. I went back to the counter and asked if I could just get an iced coffee instead. Rather than making a new drink, he said he could add more matcha powder to the cup I already had. He did that, and somehow my matcha went from being white to gray. At that point, I was already pretty frustrated. I finally just asked for an iced coffee because I was over it. They handed me a completely black iced coffee. So I essentially paid $6 for them to pour coffee and water over ice. By that point, I was genuinely so irritated hearing the two coworkers make jokes about doing better next time etc that I just walked out. I completely understand that mistakes happen, but the entire situation was handled so poorly. I tried multiple times to resolve the issue, and somehow I still ended up with a drink I didn't want, after wasting both my time and my money. $6 might not seem like a lot, but paying for something you didn't order and then having the situation handled this poorly is incredibly frustrating. Definitely not the experience I expected, and unfortunately, not one I'd want to repeat.

Cafe Guarani

4.5

(283 reviews)

Caught a pre aquarium bite here beforehand and it was perfection…read more Delicious empanadas and easily THE freshest chimichirri in California. Lovely pastries and bonus - Yerba mate lattes!!

OKAY! If you're looking for a quick snack and you have a craving for empanadas -- COME HERE! They…read morehave a sweet little bakery with the yummiest short bread cookies filled with dulce de leche (WOW - super yummy); I had an incredible shredded beef empanada which was served with a tiny cup with a tiny spoon of chimmichurri sauce on the side and WOW, It just hit the SPOT. Bonus that the back patio is super cute, quiet, sunny, and DOG friendly. It's super calming with a little water fountain with water drop sounds. A perfect stop in for a snack on sunny day in Monterey! (Also plenty of street parking)

Cafe Dal Mare

4.2

(154 reviews)

This is a small cafe on the side road of Carmel by the sea. Three young people run the cafe. The…read morelady staff were very friendly and always smiling. Comparing to the cafes on the Ocean Ave., this one is not that busy and has seats for guests to rest a bit. We had two cups of tea - cannot go wrong. But like the atmosphere.

The three stars are 3/3 for how kind and friendly the staff were! I visited on a Friday evening and…read moreit was not busy but they had two staff members holding down the fort. The coffee was alright. It was not quite strong enough for a latte, tasting quite watered down. I opted for the oat milk and I could tell it was not high quality by the flavor. I did appreciate how clean and quaint the cafe was. They had local artwork in the front and the artist's shop was two doors down, which was spectacularly charming.

Kafe Toribashi

4.5

(53 reviews)

The staff seemed super friendly and were able to get my drink out quick despite it being a busy…read moretime. The ambiance was quite interesting. You're hit with the smell of ramen the moment you walk in and it's a bit loud. I ordered to-go so I can't say much about the dine-in experience but it was nice that they had seating both inside and outside. I got the Mango Matcha Latte with soy milk which was great! The purée was sweet but not overly sweet and balanced out the matcha. I'm not a matcha snob so I can't tell you if it's high quality but I loved the color and it tasted rich. My only complaints are that the matcha was a bit bitter and this drink was $10. They charge $1 for soy or almond milk substitution so keep that in mind if you don't drink cow milk! Overall, I think it taste great but I feel like it should be around the $7-8 range instead of $10-11. This is definitely a touristy area so I was expecting higher prices.

Been here a couple times while roaming the wharf because we love the little outdoor balcony…read moreoverlooking the ocean! Such a calm and beautiful spot to relax for a little. The coffee is delicious. Our latest order was a lavender latte and it's got a great flavor. We haven't tried their pastries yet, but they have some available if you need a snack, as well as Marianne's ice cream. The inside of the cafe is nice too! There's plenty of tables to sit at and they have board games to play. Been here a couple times while roaming the wharf because we love the little outdoor balcony overlooking the ocean! Such a calm and beautiful spot to relax for a little. The coffee is delicious. Our latest order was a lavender latte and it's got a great flavor. We haven't tried their pastries yet, but they have some available if you need a snack, as well as Marianne's ice cream. The inside of the cafe is nice too! There's plenty of tables to sit at and they have board games to play.

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3.4

(234 reviews)

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Parking is a bit tough here as it's located so close to the aquarium, but there is street parking…read more It's very clean inside with cute little French decor inside and some small table outside. Restrooms were very clean. We ordered at the counter and the lady working was nice. I ordered a savory turkey crepe and a Nutella banana crepe to go and they were both very good! As a huge crepe lover I would def go back to try more!

Directly across from the Aquarium. Small little shop, one employee who was bombarded but kept up…read moreand was friendly. Crepe was just okay. Coffee was decent. Area was great. Price was fair.

Café Carmel

3.5

(428 reviews)

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After doing some walking around we were looking for some ice cream, without needing to get it from…read morea sit down restaurant. They offer a variety of flavors and cone options too. Staff were nice, and quick to serve as we were there on a weekend. They have have plenty of lunch and drink options too, in case you're looking for a casual spot to eat at.

This is a old fashioned and historic cafe in downtown Carmel . I like the ambiance, menu items have…read morea wide range of choices for a small cafe like this . The quality of food is excellent and nicely presented. The price and quantity are great compare to most breakfast restaurants in that area . You feel like you're being well treated for the money you pay. It is busy all the time and there are lines to wait for a table or to get to the counter to place your order. So you know this place is GOOD ! We love the mushroom soup , quiche, roasted beef sandwiches, Carmel Benedict, beet salad , famous Marianne 's ice cream , etc etc . Love to come here each time we come to downtown Carmel .

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4.2

(52 reviews)

Best latte in Monterey. Got a latte after the aquarium and came back every morning after that…read more Perfect ambience. Wonderful service. Fantastic coffee. Grab a latte and take it across the street to watch for whales.

Lovely ambience right across to the water and that cool fountain. Really great coffee and food. I…read morehad the breakfast burrito. The pastries look delicious. The staff is very welcoming!

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