The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. The waitress came over and offered us some traditional dish samples "on the house".

Authentic ambiance but the food is even better. Very friendly service. My favorite Turkish restaurant in NYC

It's been 10 years since my last review! Yikes! Still my favorite restaurant. I've taken and sent many to it. They update their menu fairly frequently. Last night I had the tenderest lamb chops! Sooo delicious! Had to review again just for them! Seriously, try them! They have a lovely backyard area in good weather. Help me keep them in business as it's hard having a restaurant these days. Enjoy! read more

Ordered two chicken entrees. Food was good, just not the price. The pics of the menu are outdated, nothing on the website either. Paid over $60 for two entrees and the portions don't match the price. Not given any flatware or napkins. Forgot to ask, but should be given with to go orders. The staff were super friendly, lady behind the counter may be the owner. Place is very decorated and dark, feels very worldly. read more

Turkish Cuisine - Chicken entree - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

The service was really bad. They ignored us in seating us (despite having a reservation and tables being open), taking our order (had to ask if we could order after sitting for ages) and bringing the bill (had to ask three times for it.) Tables and bathroom were dirty. Definitely won't be returning. read more

I don't even know where to start with how frustrating this experience was, but I'll try to lay it all out clearly. From the moment we walked in, things already felt off. There was no real greeting, no sense that anyone was actually paying attention to guests arriving. Eventually, someone acknowledged us, but instead of walking us to a table like you would expect at any halfway decent restaurant, they just vaguely pointed across the room and said something along the lines of "sit there." No guidance, no effort--just a dismissive gesture. It honestly felt more like we were inconveniencing them by being there. We went over to the table that was indicated, and it wasn't even ready. It was still dirty from the previous guests, with no proper place settings. So we stood there awkwardly for a bit before sitting down, assuming someone would come right over to clean it and set it up. That assumption turned out to be completely wrong. It took an absurd amount of time for anyone to come by and even begin cleaning the table. And when they finally did, it wasn't like they were apologetic or trying to make up for the delay--it felt slow, careless, and completely indifferent. Even after wiping things down, we were left sitting there without proper dinner placements for way longer than should ever happen. Then came the most basic failure of all: no water. Not even a quick "I'll be right with you" or a glass of water to start. We just sat there. And sat there. And sat there. Thirty minutes. Thirty full minutes of being completely ignored. No one came over to take our order. No one checked in to see if we were ready. No one asked if we needed anything. It was like we were invisible. Meanwhile, staff were moving around the restaurant, clearly aware of other tables, but somehow we were just... not worth their time. At a certain point, it stopped being confusing and just became insulting. There's a difference between a place being busy and a place completely neglecting its customers, and this was firmly the latter. Eventually, we just looked at each other, realized this was going nowhere, and decided to leave. And the final touch really summed up the entire experience: the same person who had lazily pointed us to our table at the start actually held the door open for us as we walked out--without a single word of apology, acknowledgment, or even basic courtesy. It felt less like hospitality and more like they were perfectly fine seeing us go. I've honestly never experienced service this poor. It wasn't just one mistake--it was a complete breakdown at every single step: no proper seating, no table preparation, no basic service, no communication, and absolutely no sense of hospitality. I would not recommend this place to anyone. There are too many other restaurants out there that actually value their customers' time and presence. This was a waste of an evening and incredibly disappointing from start to finish. read more

Underwhelming and overpriced, I will not be returning to Turkish Cuisine under any circumstance. The staff was incredibly pushy from before we even entered the building, coming outside to pressure us into eating while we were reading the menu. We ordered the hummus, which was bland and tiny, and then also the vegetable sauté, which was also bland and incredibly lackluster. Both items were grossly overpriced and left us feeling hungry and frustrated. read more

Turkish Cuisine - Hummus - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

Was walking on 9th Street with a friend decided to grab a dinner. I amso glad we stopped here, food is very fresh and tasty, and the service can't be beat. Try the sangria! I'll be back again. read more

Delicious, well-seasoned authentic Turkish food. Our favorites were the babaganoush, lentil soup, fresh lemonade, and the stuffed sundried eggplant was outstanding. The service was kind and attentive, food was delicious and a nice quiet and beautiful restaurant to escape to. Oh! And I should mention that the staff were very knowledgeable about vegetarian and vegan options, which were plentiful on the menu. read more

Met friends here pre-theater. Cozy space. The staff were nice. They were into clearing plates as soon as they thought someone had finished instead of waiting for everyone to finish. This makes slower eaters feel rushed. The food was OK. My wife had a few rubbery pieces of chicken in her chicken and eggplant entree. The small men's room was quite dirty and there were no towels. read more

Fantastic service!! And really good food!! This is authentic Turkish food and it was tasty! We ordered the lamb chops and ravioli. The lamb chomps were cooked good, the meat was seasoned well. The sauce the ravioli was in was very tasty. I also loved their pita bread. The place is well decorated and the music is nice and calm. Great place!!! read more

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Everything was great, service, ambiance and the food. We had the lentil soup and lamb chops. read more

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Excellent food! I had chicken in tomato sauce with Turkish yogurt on the side. We were full but who can resist baklava? And they served Turkish tea (on the house). We had a lovely window seat to watch the city go by. And it's quiet enough to have a conversation. read more

I'm going to make this restaurant part of my regular circuit. The kitchen prepares everything well. The restaurant maintains appropriate attention levels. You'll notice the thoughtful atmosphere. You'll enjoy this restaurant - I'm happy I tried it. read more

Wonderful place! The staff is so warm and welcoming, cozy atmosphere, delicious food. Many vegan options clearly labeled. Highly recommend!

I have always loved the food here. Service is also great. But the prices have soared! One app one entree one dessert...$80 with tax and tip. I can't visit as often as I'd like at those prices. read more

I have been coming here for years and the food is always delicious and a good value. Great service as well! Try the manti and kebabs. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately the back garden is down a few steps and it's now mostly enclosed. Bathroom is not wheelchair accessible. When it's warm enough, they do have sidewalk tables for outdoor dining. read more

Delicious lamb couscous---generous portion, tender lamb chunks, prepared to perfection. Friendly, attentive service. Charming decor featuring swirling dervishes and sculpted sultans. read more

First time that I tried Turkish food and I was surprised how delicious it was!!! Started with a salad that the server recommended and a fresh lemonade, we had the avocado hummus with pita bread and for the main course I don't remember the name but was amazing!!! Explosion of new flavors and I will definitely come back, the decor is also authentic and I couldn't stop looking at every detail. The server did a good job explaining and suggesting the food on the menu, thank you! Be back soon. read more

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The place ambiance and most importantly the incredible hostess made our evening! Thank you Gizem for taking care of us, suggesting all the tasty treats, and making us feel welcome! We will come back! read more

We were persuaded to come in by the extremely sweet owner! And we did not regret it! Our server was also extremely helpful. They also gave us free Turkish tea on the house!! The food was filling and decent portions for NY prices. The ambiance was dark with Turkish music (?), and there a lot of close-up black & white portraits/National Geographic looking photos. Some comments from friends: "Staff was warm, food could be warmer! I would come back though for sure" "French fries were insane. Dumplings (Manti) could use a bit more meat." "Good variety of food, and fan of the sour-ish flavor of the eggplant! " read more

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Great food, friendly environment. Clean restrooms. The staff are friendly. It was a little expensive but otherwise a good experience. read more

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The ambiance was really nice for a weekend brunch. Make sure to try their outdoor seating. The food was also really good. The staff is also really nice. read more

Followed my nose here for an early dinner. Was happy they sat me at 4:30pm. Service was fast and servers were so nice. The food is beautifully spiced and fresh. The space is cute and comfortable. Will eat here again! read more

Turkish Cuisine - Fish dinner - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

We were on our way to a play last night and stopped in because of the wonderful smells wafting from the doorway. We explained that we needed to be at the theatre in 40 minutes and the waiter's quick response was "No Problem!" We ordered drinks and, upon his recommendation, the night's special, which was "wood-fired lambchops" with vegetables! 7 minutes later we had our meal and it was absolutely wonderful! Deep, Smoky flavors and the spice-level was perfect! We made it to the theatre with plenty of time to spare! Perfect meal! read more

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Under Cooked Lamb on a bed of spinach. Quarter of Capsicum n tomato as sides. This is not how lamb is cooked

Meh. A bit overpriced, didn't really enjoy the taste, seemed off. Also didn't seem fresh but like it was cooked some time ago then reheated. I wouldn't return, but to each his/her own. Some people in my group didn't seem to mind it at all. read more

A charming evening with scrumptious dishes and warm, personalized service. And big portions too! Highly recommended. read more

Overall, my experience here was really good! We started with the sampler which had five different dips with pita bread and each were great. For the entree we did the mixed grill for two. It was really good, my only critique is that it was a little more expensive than it needed to be. But it's New York, so hard to fault them for that. Also the sangria is a must order if you go there. I really like the authentic Turkey vibe on the inside which reminded me of a previous trip to Istanbul. Our waitress was also very nice! read more

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From the outside the restaurant seems small and un assuming, but the inside decor and ambiance gave a sense of richness and warmth. The service was super friendly and kind as well. We received complimentary pita and a dip of Turkish spices before the meal. I ordered the chicken kebab which was great, but I would say the rice was also really good. I do think this place was pretty pricey however, but otherwise I would recommend ! read more

Turkish Cuisine - Pita - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

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We met friends visitng from out of town at Turkish Cuisine for lunch last Friday. We had a wonderful time, and the food was great. One friend is a vegetarian, and he was very happy with his lunch, as were the rest of us. The waitress was lovely and friendly, and when we asked if she could take a few photos of our group, she was more than willing. The decorations make you feel like you are sitting in a Turkish restaurant. Since we were there at an off-time and it wasn't very busy, we sat and ate and chatted for several hours and never felt like we were being rushed. It certainly is a nice restaurant, and it's very convenient to the Theatre District. It was not our first time eating there, and it won't be our last either! read more

Food is not good, very old, small portion to the price. Staff were sitting close by to watch us eat! Unfortunate experience.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC! I love the cozy, intimate atmosphere, and decor. The food is tremendously delicious! It is close to the theatre district and is perfect for a pre- or post- show lunch or dinner. My husband and I now live in LA, but we will come here anytime we are back in NYC! read more

We're back for the second time during our visits to NYC. Service and food is always outstanding. Highly recommend.

Authentic, delicious Turkish food, with the most inviting and warm atmosphere. I recommend the kebabs (of course) ... but the authentic dishes extend far beyond that. For the appetizer, I love the lentil soup. For the main courseI, I recommend the lamb with yogurt. Unlike many Turkish restaurants, the vegetarian entrees are extensive and great. For desert, I had the almond pudding with coconut, which was out of this world. I've been coming here for two decades. I consider read more

Turkish Cuisine - Interior Turkish decor - Turkish Near Me - New York, New York

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This restaurant is amazing!! Definitely recommend coming in for lunch or dinner if you are looking for delicious authentic Turkish food. Everything we ordered was delicious!! The decore is cute and cozy. And very reasonably priced compared to most restaurants in the city. But the thing that put it over the top was the service! You feel welcomed as soon as you walk through the door! We are not an easy party to handle, not only did we have a four year old and a very fussy one year old, but we also come with a long list of allergies between us. The server went above and beyond to make sure we were well taken care of. Even had an amazing recommendation for our four year old who is a very picky eater. The whole experience was so good we cannot wait to come again! read more

worst experience of our trip to NY. the food was burned and looked old. I won't try this place!!! read more

Absolutely amazing meal! This was the first time I'd ever eaten Turkish food, and it didn't disappoint. The server was fantastic, and very nice, and made some great suggestions for what to order. I will definitely be returning! read more

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Delicious food, very friendly staff, and superb location. Some of the best Turkish we've had--and an amazing ambiance.

Turkish Cuisine was "hey, lets try" kinda place. After disappointingly not able to experience a Japanese BBQ, my friend, B, suggested we explore the block further for another eatery. Disenchanted, I was ready to settled on a burger joint because had a cute name, but B persisted we continued further down the block. We reached the corner of 9th Ave, & saw "Turkish Cuisine." Upon entrance we were delightfully greeted in a quaint small ethnically decor dining area. Our servicer were friendly & courteous. Everything from start to finish was top notch & delicious. My only tip leave room for dessert. The almond pudding was perfection. read more

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