Turkish Kitchen
Welcome to Turkish Kitchen, a hidden gem located in the heart of Berkeley, California. This Turkish-Mediterranean-Halal restaurant offers a delightful fusion of flavors and a warm, inviting atmosphere. With a plethora of amenities such as takeout, reservations, vegan and vegetarian options, wheelchair accessibility, and more, Turkish Kitchen caters to a diverse range of preferences and dietary needs.
Customer reviews rave about the authenticity and affordability of the dishes at Turkish Kitchen. From succulent lamb and chicken lavash wraps to comforting lentil soup and flavorful beyti, every bite is a culinary adventure. The attention to detail in the flavors and presentation is truly commendable.
One standout dish is the lahmacun, a thin bread topped with minced beef, spices, and sauce, served with a wedge of lime and fresh veggies. The combination of crisp bread, savory meat, and zesty citrus creates a harmonious explosion of flavors. The manti, Turkish ravioli with a creamy yogurt sauce, offers a comforting and indulgent dining experience.
Whether you're a seasoned fan of Turkish cuisine or a newcomer looking to explore new flavors, Turkish Kitchen promises a memorable dining experience. The dedication to quality, generous portion sizes, and friendly service make this restaurant a must-visit for food enthusiasts in the area.
Turkish Kitchen Menu
Location
Address: 1986 Shattuck Ave Berkeley, CA 94704
Phone: (510) 540-9997
Business info
- Offers TakeoutYes
- ReservationsNo
- Vegan OptionsYes
- Many Vegetarian OptionsYes
- Wheelchair accessibleYes
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Accepts Apple PayNo
- Casual, ClassyYes
- Moderate NoiseYes
- Offers CateringYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good For KidsYes
- Good for Lunch, DinnerYes
- Street Parking, Private Lot ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Free Wi-FiYes
- TVYes
- Women-ownedYes
- Gender-neutral restroomsYes
- Open to AllYes
- Outdoor SeatingNo
- Happy HourNo
- AlcoholNo
- Bike ParkingYes
Last Reviews
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Author: Jim H.
I got a lamb and chicken lavash wrap which was delicious. I'm hot and cold when it comes to tahini, but theirs was mellow and flaverfull. The place appears to be owned by a couple. The wife was funny and sweet.
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Author: Bernard C.
Turkish Kitchen is one of the best Mediterranean restaurants I've been to, and at an unbeatable price! I recently was looking for Mediterranean food in the north Berkeley area and was between this nice restaurant and a very common Mediterranean food chain which is also good but will not be named. I remember thinking the trade-off will be that this restaurant is likely more expensive but will have better/more authentic food, but I hadn't checked the menu prices or portion sizes; I was just guessing based off the storefronts. In reality, this restaurant has better/more authentic food, cheaper prices, and larger portion sizes. I got a lamb and beef plate as well as one of their appetizers. Everything was really good and I got the chance to try some dishes that I've never found at other Mediterranean places. The staff were also very nice and the place was very clean. The restaurant is never too crowded, which is a shame, because it's definitely a local business that deserves more love. I'd recommend stopping by!
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Author: Danielle M.
It's so funny that I spent four years living in Berkeley, but never tried this place until five years after graduating from university. I came here for dinner with an acquaintance looking to talk healthcare and grad school one night, and started to wonder why I passed this restaurant so many times years before without ever trying it. The place was spacious, the staff were quick, and the food was delicious! We had the chicken doner wrap, beyti, lentil soup, and Turkish Delight (totally inspired to get this because of The Chronicles of Narnia, haha). The lentil soup was smooth with a thick texture (great for a cold night). The chicken doner wrap was flavorful and filling. The beyti, which I have to say was my favorite of the line up, was also filling and kind of reminded me of a rolled up lasagna for some reason (it was saucy and savory). The Turkish Delight wasn't too sweet, and was nice and chewy. I've had Turkish food before, but never anything that tasted like this, which made me realize that I missed out for years on end without going into Turkish Kitchen. I encourage those who slip by the place to pay it a visit -- there's bound to be a good meal waiting for you!
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Author: Suzie A.
I usually save ordering in for the weekend so I don't bust my waistline or my wallet. But this Saturday, I was really struggling to decide what to eat for dinner. Burritos? Bibimbap? Plant-based burger? As I was perusing the various restaurants on Uber Eats, I finally saw something that called to me: Turkish food. I ordered a few items via Uber Eats and waited for my food to arrive. Keep in mind I have not eaten a lot of Turkish food, but I have eaten plenty of the dishes commonly available at "Mediterranean" places. Three of the four items I ordered were brand new to me, so I was excited to dig in. My order: Lahmacun Manti Beyti Mediterranean Platter From photos online, the lahmacun looked like a small pizza or flatbread with a thin layer of red sauce. I did a search online to see if I could learn more about it, and I stumbled across a YouTube video titled "How to Eat Lahmacun." I had assumed you just cut it into slices and eat it like pizza ... WRONG! More on this later ... The lahmacun, which is indeed a thin bread with a topping of minced beef, spices, and sauce, comes with a wedge of lime and a variety of cut up veggies like raw onions, lettuce, and tomato. So when my order arrived, I wanted to try out what I had seen in the video: I squeezed the lime over the whole thing and scattered some of the veggies in a line down the middle. Then I rolled it like a taquito and ate it. Delicious! The bread was crisp but pliable enough to roll. The meat topping was seasoned and savory, and the citrus and veggies really brought it all together. You can, of course, eat lahmacun however you like, but I highly recommend trying it this way. The manti -- little Turkish ravioli with meat filling under a blanket of warm, creamy, tangy yogurt sauce -- was surprisingly comforting; like eating a Mediterranean version of mac and cheese but with yogurt instead of cheese. I couldn't stop eating it. The beyti was next. Based on the Yelp photos and reviews, this was a popular dish. The beyti is beautifully plated in most of the photos taken at the restaurant. But, as you can imagine, it's hard to plate it this way for takeout/delivery (that rice pyramid is not going to survive as a pyramid after the trip), so mine came in a rectangular foil tray with rice on one side and the lamb on the other side. Still, it was sooooo good. The flavorful lamb and the rich tomato and yogurt sauce hit all the right notes for me. I can't wait to order this in person at the restaurant. Note: The lamb flavor is pretty intense, so if you're not into that, I think you can ask for a different meat. Finally, the Mediterranean platter, which consisted of all the usual suspects: hummus, babaganoush, tabouleh, falafel, dolma. These were all fine (I find that most of these taste very similar no matter the restaurant). But the real revelation was the other three dishes, which I'm definitely looking forward to ordering again.