A phenomenal dinner experience with plenty of good food. I visited on a Sunday evening, and it…read morewasn't super busy. The ambiance of the restaurant was incredible: warm, inviting, and romantic. The service was also top-notch: efficient and speedy. We tried the tasting menu, and I'm so glad we did. Every single dish we tried was delicious, and we were able to try a whole range of dishes. The amount of food we got made the price worth it. By the time we were done with the cold and hot appetizers, we were already stuffed. They then brought out the entrees, which were so delicious we kept eating. And the desserts were the perfect finish to an already amazing meal. Special highlights were the manti with garlic yogurt, artichoke with poached shrimp, lamb chops with dill-potato wedges, and the baklava. I highly recommend the tasting menu if you want to try a little bit of everything - the variety in the meal was really enjoyable. I will definitely be visiting again!

We were there to celebrate my niece's wedding anniversary. I…read morecould not eat the kofte I ordered, it was 50% cumin, inedible. I swapped it with my niece. The kebap I exchanged was half and half meat and burned bread cubes with yogurt. nothing else. The $65 a plate "lokum" was a couple of thin slice of meat with a scoop of mashed potato. The server did not like my $50 tip, stating 20% minimum gratuity, which came to be $90. After that insult and spending $590, the only thing we enjoyed was the pide. We will not go to any Meyhouse never again.

This place is central downtown Los Altos and a "hidden gem" - the restaurant itself is a good size,…read morebut they also have great outdoor seating (with heaters). Service is very friendly. The FOOD! Everything is very unique and well done. The flavor profiles are amazing. I loved the beef moussaka and it comes with rice to soak up the sauce. And try the kunefe for dessert! The description is so interesting, but it's really good. Also nothing can beat their pita and complimentary olive dip! It's a little pricey so I'd save for a slightly nicer occasion.

Get the cold and hot appetizer samplers! Great Kabobs too, Love the staff, very friendly. Great…read moreTurkish Beers and coffee. Oh and don't forget the Kunafa. Mustache Man is awesome, I think he's the owner

Such a cozy and charming little coffee spot! The atmosphere is warm and inviting--perfect for…read morerelaxing and enjoying a slow coffee or dessert. The service was great--friendly, attentive, and surprisingly fast. Everything came out quickly without feeling rushed. The coffee was excellent, rich and smooth, and the baklava was absolutely delicious--fresh, flaky, and perfectly sweet without being overwhelming. Definitely a highlight.

The restaurant has a cute cozy charm; a bit dark but nice hole in the wall feel…read more I might have ordered the wrong thing (lamb kabob). I thought the kabob was ok, but a bit on the over cooked side. Rice was fair. The hummus and grill squid were excellent. Service was also very good for our large group. We had a good experience, I'd be willing to try it again.

I love this wonderful place. Great service, great quality of food. Especially Su borek or Su boregi…read more! It's really super delicious, flavourful and juicy! Everybody should try it!

The man at the cashier tried to advertise himself verbally to me and it was very gross. Not ok, at…read moreall. That's never what I am looking for at cafes & bakeries. Employees should never be treating customers that way. That's harassment, period. When I called him out on his crass behavior, he denied it and started to attack me verbally. He sounded deranged. It was pretty scary, as he approached me after I left the cashier area. The other customers-- including a family-- at the caffe noticed his alarming behavior. I felt very disgusted at his behavior and left without buying anything. I will never go back to this "CAFFE" that I noticed has recently been re-branded like a race track, for the sake of my mental health. I absolutely do not recommend this place.

Esnaf has become one of our favorite places to eat out! The have excellent Turkish food, and an…read moreexcellent staff!

Super crowded and noisy. The hallmarks for a place I won't like. And…read more.. I loved this restaurant. Just a great vibe with friendly servers, a highly attentive owner, and great food. Everything was executed to perfection. The bread, the octopus, my wife's beef kabobs, a humble roast eggplant bathed in a delicious yogurt mix, and so much more. We will be back.

So yummy! I came here with my mom for a celebration and it's just delicious. We both agreed it was…read morealso some of the best service we've received in a long long time. I forget our waitresses name but she was a brunette who started off the night with a joke about going by another name if we didn't like her. She was amazing! I recommend getting the tasting menu, especially if you're unfamiliar with the cuisine. We loved the cold apps and the kebabs. The rice pudding dessert is an absolute killer.

I was put in charge of finding a group lunch spot (a responsibility I do not take lightly), and…read moreafter a bit of digging, landed on Meyhouse on Emerson in Palo Alto. As someone who likes Turkish food, this felt like a strong contender. Food: We started with the lahmacun which is made up of a thin Turkish flatbread topped with ground beef, tomato, onion, pepper, and garlic. It was beautifully thin and crispy, with just the right amount of topping. Honestly, add a small salad and you've got the kind of lunch that makes you feel satisfied. This lahmacun is one of the better versions I've had which made it extra tragic to learn it's a lunch-only situation. Why gatekeep happiness to daytime hours? For my entree, I ordered the Alinazik which was grilled tenderloin skewers over eggplant labneh. The beef was tender and the labneh was creamy, savory and a tad smoky. I saw that they offer a $44.95 prix fixe menu, which sounds great in theory, except for the small catch that everyone at the table has to commit. A bit of a "we ride together, we prix fixe together" situation which may not work depending on your dining companion(s) dietary restrictions. Atmosphere: The space is bright, airy, and stylish. The high ceilings resulted in lots of natural light, and a large bar that quietly suggests, "you could have a cocktail or two." One slightly odd note: The bathroom lighting is very dim. Like... "is this ambiance or did someone forget a switch?" kind of dim. Not a dealbreaker, just a curious contrast to the otherwise well-lit space. Overall: A solid pick for Turkish food in Palo Alto located off Emerson and a successful group lunch choice (I will be taking full credit). I'd happily come back to explore more of the menu. I'm already eyeing the Pirzola (bone-in lamb chops) or the Filet of Levrek (branzino) and maybe lobby for all-day lahmacun.

I'm adding photos from our different visits. Oklava feels like a neighbor's home to us--warm,…read morewelcoming, and sincere every time we come. Our absolute favorite is the profiterole. Finding that authentic Turkish taste here truly makes us so happy--it's exactly what we miss and love. What also makes this place special is the team. There are two staff members we see regularly, and they are incredibly attentive and detail-oriented. They provide such high-quality service, even on very busy days. The coffees they make are delicious, and I've noticed how they take care of guests so thoughtfully--sometimes even right at your table. Huge applause to both of them--they're doing an amazing job!

Today my boyfriend and I visited your café in Palo Alto. Unfortunately, we ended up leaving without…read moredrinking a single sip. His coffee arrived cold. My matcha latte looked like the matcha had never been properly whisked--there were visible clumps throughout the drink. We showed both drinks to a girl from the staff who was walking around the café. She acknowledged the issue, said they were busy, and told us someone would help us shortly. No one ever did. After waiting and being completely ignored, we got up and left. It was an unnecessarily unpleasant and dismissive experience. A bit more professionalism and follow-through would go a long way. Otherwise, you're welcome to keep things as amateur as they were today--since we won't be coming back anyway!!!

We went to Sultana Restaurant for Mother's Day with my husband and son, and we had an amazing…read moreexperience. Everything was perfect from beginning to end. We ordered lahmacun, Divan kebab, and other kebabs, and every dish was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The service was also wonderful everyone was very polite, welcoming, and attentive. We chose to sit outside, and the atmosphere was beautiful. The relaxing music and the sound of the water made the whole experience even more special. We truly enjoyed our time there in every sense of the word. Highly recommended!

Last night's dinner was fantastic and the service great. We…read morestarted with Feta Rolls - fried filo pastry stuffed with feta cheese, which was great and tasty. We followed the appetizer with an order of Lahmacun - Turkish style Lamb Pizza with thin crust. It was so good that we just couldn't put it down. For the main course we asked for the Musaka - layers of eggplant & potatoes with ground lamb and beef topped with bechamel sauce. To accompany these excellent food selections, we chose Turkish Syrah wine - a perfect choice. We visit Sultana on regular basis and have never been disappointed! We highly recommend you check them out and are confident that, like us, you'll be a repeat customer!

Food is great, awesome customer service, helped me picked out a meal and was very kindread more

Wonderful service, wonderful food. Great ambiance. Walked in were nicely greeted. They gave us…read moreextra pita for our hummus twice. Amazing place to grab a bite to eat.

Absolutely one of my favorite spots for Xinjiang food!…read more The Big Plate Chicken and Peppercorn Chicken are both AMAZING -- full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and super authentic. These are my go-to dishes every time I visit.environment feels very traditional and cozy, which really adds to the whole experience. The service is also great -- warm and welcoming every time ans the two sisters who run the place. They are incredibly kind and make you feel right at home. I've also brought a few of my Xinjiang friends here, and they all agreed it tastes very authentic!!!!Highly recommend if you're looking for real, delicious Xinjiang cuisine

Came here and got the Chicken Korma, lamb kabob, Gosh Nann, and hand pulled laghman…read more My favorite was the hand pulled laghman as the beef and noodles were both great textures. The lamb kabob was a bit overcooked on some of them, but the good pieces were indeed quite good. The chicken korma actually disappointed because i didn't think anything really stood out from it. The flat noodles were also a bit overcooked IMO. The gosh nann was interesting because it was this oily pancake with meat inside and that was pretty unique. One thing is that this place is very oily, so for those that are looking to avoid it, just be mindful of that. All in all not bad, but probably closer to a 3.5 star for me.