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| - Think of Turkish food as Middle Eastern kicked up a notch-- a bit spicier, less dry, more complex. I'm thrilled that there is finally a Turkish place on this side of town.
The food here is really fantastic. First they bring fresh bread with Labne (like tzatziki). We started with the mixed appetizer platter :Turkish baba (finely diced rather than blended eggplant), hummus, ezme (slightly spicy minced veggie spread), eggplant, Turkish (sweet) grape leaves and tabouli. All were freshly prepared and full of bright vibrant flavors-- except the Tabouli, which was dry and pretty awful. Eh, they get a pass because everything else was so good.
Be warned that the entrees are huge! If you have 4 people, then consider getting the appetizer platter and 2 or 3 main dishes. I had the Lamb Adana with yogurt. Holy hookas, that is one of the best things I've ever eaten-- ground lamb mixed with a butter tomato sauce an yogurt served over croutons to absorb the amazing sauce. I needed a smoke after that.
There is a kid's menu-- kabobs, some pasta, and a few other typical kid's meals. Herself had the chicken kabob with fries. She declared that it was the best chicken she ever ate. There is a choice of fries, rice and bulgar as a side. The meal includes a small bowl of ice cream. Herself chose the Turkish cherry juice as her drink-- yum!
The service is very friendly and homey. The staff seems very happy that you are there and very willing to explain any and all the dishes.
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