Located in Hunter's Point, LIC, this spot is a gem. The ambiance is casual and cozy and the staff…read morewas absolutely so friendly and welcoming. As it was my boyfriend and I's first time trying Turkish food, they helped explain some of the dishes to us. We got their appetizer spread, their lamacun, and their manti. Everything was phenomenal, but I highly recommend their appetizer spread and their lamacun. I loved the spread as you got the chance to try multiple different dips and it was a huge portion. Their lamacun was also the first I've ever had and it made me think: "Why haven't I had this before?" It was so good. Will definitely be coming back.

Safir is a small, cozy restaurant that makes for a great, relaxed meal. The service was warm and…read moreattentive, and it ended up being the perfect way to wrap up the weekend. The atmosphere is comfortable without feeling crowded, making it easy to settle in and enjoy the meal. The food was excellent from start to finish. The sigar borek were perfectly crispy, cheesy, and just the right amount of salty. The lamb beyti kebab was packed with flavor, and the accompanying sauces really elevated the dish. We also had the manti, Turkish dumplings that were well-seasoned and incredibly satisfying. Portions were generous across the board, and everything tasted fresh and high quality. It's the kind of place that leaves you looking forward to your next visit.

It was my second time here and is under a new management. I loved it more, the food is just…read moredelicious, everything was delicious. The freshly baked bread is one of a kind, brings one of a kind eating experience. The Lamb dish was better than another restaurant I visited because in this restaurant it comes with a huge dish with other items, so I get more food for the same value. This is one of a kind restaurant, absolutely orifice Turkish food, made by Turkish people. How fun is that, honest authentic Turkish food without having to travel there for the experience.

So. Damn. Good. I got their hummus as an appetizer and mixed platter and 6 hours later, I'm still…read moreso full. Thr chicken and kebabs were so incrincredibly flavorful and the rice was as well. But the star of the show was the bread and hummus. My god it was so good, I couldn't sstop eating it!!! I also got the apricot juice and unlike regular american juices it wasnt that sweet. i was really able to taste the natural flavor of the apricots! The waiter was really nice, explained the menu and kept checking up on us. Honestly, I'm already looking forward to going back. If you're really hungry, get the mixed platter!! You won't regret it.

Delicious Turkish spot in Astoria…read more Ordered the mixed appetizer with Turkish bread, the lahmacun, and the mixed grill with assorted meats. Everything was fire! Well seasoned and packed with flavor. The mixed grill had a great variety of different meats and the lahmacun pizza was like a thin crust lamb pizza. But the real star for me was that Turkish bread. Pillowy, warm, and crispy at the same time. I'd genuinely come back just for the bread alone. It's that good.

Great place, beautifully decorated. Much more spacious than you would think for a place on Ditmars…read more The service was good, staff was attentive. The food itself was quite good. Big portions, and honestly some of the best fries I've had in a while. I had the calamari salad and that was absolutely delicious! Definitely coming back.

We were delighted to find one of our favorite digs had reopened across the street from its old…read morelocation! Kebab House has been a fixture of the neighborhood for ages. Their food is always tasty and service amazing. When they closed at their old location more than a year ago, I was heartbroken. So glad to have found them again today. Their new dig is bigger and better, has a separate bar section from the restaurant. The food is as fabulous as before. We enjoyed every dish and bite (we were very hungry and forgot to take pics of the appetizers). The owner/chef came out to say hi, the server was friendly and professional. The entire experience was simply superb. We will be back again soon!

Came in for dinner, and wow! Delicious food, and excellent service, and a wonderful evening! For…read morestarters, the bread is out of this world! We had sigara borek and hummus as appetizers, and the hummus in particular was so fresh and flavorful - definitely the best hummus I have ever had. We ordered a couple of entrees and unfortunately the wrong food came out. We didn't initially realize and thought they had put out two meals on the platter (and they were just small portions) and included some extras as well, until our waiter came over a few minutes later and apologized. Unfortunately, because we received the mixed grill instead of our two chicken entrees, the solution of charging us the price for the mixed instead of our two meals only took roughly $10 off the bill but resulted in us having less than half of the food we otherwise would've had. That aside, the food was delicious enough that Kebab House still warrants five stars and we will be back, just more aware of what to expect as far as portions.

This Metropolitan Avenue location is actually more beautiful and spacious than the Forest Hills…read morespot on Austin Street--but unfortunately, that was the only positive. I wish I had read the reviews beforehand. To start, the service is completely impersonal. Don't expect a smile or any real interaction beyond being shown to your table or having your order taken. Food: The food is bland overall. The bread served at the beginning is clearly microwaved to warm it. The lamb gyro isn't sliced from a rotating grill; it's reheated in a microwave. At first, my husband and I thought the staff was just warming up their own food, but we quickly realized the microwave went off after nearly every order. The chicken in the chicken soup was extremely overcooked--so much so that it tasted like chunks of tuna rather than chicken. The meat pie was also disappointing: soggy and not properly cooked. Save yourself the time and go to the Forest Hills location instead. At least there, you can actually see the food being freshly prepared rather than reheated.

Beautiful ambiance, exceptional service, and unbelievably fresh Turkish food. Every dish tasted…read morehigh-quality and full of flavor. Our waiter went above and beyond--friendly, suggestive, and genuinely interested in getting to know us. Such a memorable experience. I'll absolutely return.

Great neighborhood Turkish spot! Been here several times and can't believe I hadn't reviewed them…read moreyet! Ambience is clean, open and bright with tasteful minimalist decor. Service is always spot on and personable here regardless if they are busy or not. Must orders here are the several varieties of fish, but for those who eat Americanized fish, they take the head and tail off but the fish fillets are not your perfectly squared of pieces. The fish is grilled to perfection and simply served with a side of either grilled veggie, yummy pilaf rice or French fries. The octopus stew is the most buttery and tender octopus you'll ever have and who can not forget their kabob selections whether you do the chicken or lamb! Stick with the mix grill plate for both though so you get to try a selection of them all. End the night with some hot Turkish black tea or string Turkish coffee with a sweet piece of baklavah or a digestive night cap of Raki mixed with a little water and you are good to go! Can't wait for my next dinner here!

Cuisine: 8 Service: 8…read moreDecor: 7 Value: 8 Overall: 8 Always a good meal here. Been coming here for so ling and the consistency is impressive. Last night was no different and everything tasted fantastic. We started by eviscerating the delicious bread with all the dips from Mixed Appetizer Platter and Tarama Salad. We could have eaten a whole meal of just this stuff. Group favorites were the Eggplant and Tarama Salad. Then came the next round of appetizers. We ordered two Octopus Salad, which was a group favorite. Calf Liver was flavorful, while the Fried Calamari was super tender. Pan Fried Anchovies were good, but a bit fishy for some. For entrees, we got two whole fish, Bronzino and St. Peter's Fish. Both were grilled perfectly, tender and moist. Lastly, we had the Fried Red Mullet, which were crispy and flaky. As for dessert, we shared two orders of their awesome Knuefe. The texture of the phyllo dough is fried perfectly, and it wasn't over the top sweet, just the right amount. All in all, a fantastic meal with good friends that was delicious and relatively healthy. What more can you really ask for? Isn't this one of the biggest joys of life?

Very family oriented with good vibes overall. All food for…read morefamily was served fresh with great timing on appetizers, drinks and entrees. Alice and her colleague provided very courteous service whole time. will definitely visit again

This restaurant was great. The food was very flavorful and the ambience was pleasant. Service was…read moreexcellent and our server was attentive. The noise level was mediocre. We were able to have a conversation without having to raise our voice. Overall, we had a great experience and would absolutely recommend.

Cute spot in Astoria stopped by prior to going to lunch. It's cozy and service is quick and kind…read more Latte was good. If in the area I would go back.

I took a quick detour to Cafe Sparrow after attending a medical appointment with my toddler nearby…read more My toddler was obsessed with the beautiful turkish delight treats shown in the display case. We shared a piece and it wasn't just pretty, but also delicious! It's nice that they also have juice boxes available for purchase so that I could offer one to my daughter. The staff was really sweet and did whatever they could to ensure we were comfortable and well taken care of. The space itself is small, but very welcoming.

Been here several times. Food is always excellent and staff is great! Andre is usually our…read morewaiter. He's always very friendly and attentive.

I got the barg kebab and we got a shared baba ganoush for an appetizer for the table. They gave us…read morea plate of pita bread with white sauce as a free appetizer for the table. It was great to be able to eat the pita bread wi to the baba ganoush. I liked my barg kebab, as it tasted like steak. I dipped my steak in the white sauce but it still felt very dry with the rice to meat to tomato/onion ratio. I kind of wish there was a tiny bit more of the vegetables - either tomato or onion. The servers were kind and made sure our water was constantly refilled. There is a different price for cash and card.

Tried the chicken kebab platter with rice. Relative to other local places its less chicken, less…read moreflavorful, lots of rice, less vegetables. The food itself was good but relative to quality and price ill go elsewhere.

This place is seriously such an understatement. From the outside, you wouldn't even realize it's a…read morerestaurant -- it honestly looks like a grocery store from the side. But don't let that fool you. They serve some of the best Turkish food you'll ever have, hands down! Their labneh and fresh bread are absolutely amazing. The chicken kebab with brown rice is one of my favorites -- perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Honestly, I don't think there's anything on the menu that isn't good. I personally prefer the chicken dishes, and they never disappoint. A true hidden gem! I love the service Merve is such a sweetheart!