About the place: First of all, let me say it was a unique experience. Initially, the welcome at the restaurant was good. Unfortunately, there's no physical menu available, so you order via QR code, and the order is ready in 15 minutes. You can also eat in private, conservative areas for families if you wish (I wish I had chosen this place to hide my experience with the sticks ;-; )
About the soup:
- I chose the soup on the recommendation of our waiter. When it first arrived, it was quite hot, and as soon as I dipped my spoon in, I knew something good was coming from the light fish and spice aroma. And when I took my first spoonful, oh my God, it was amazing! The intense fish and spices are blended in a way I can't even describe. It's very clear they added tomato sauce, which partially dominates the soup's flavor and blends beautifully with the fish. I take a second spoonful, and a large shrimp shell falls into my spoon, and when I put it in my mouth, I can't quite get enough of the initial enthusiasm (the chefs know better than me, but perhaps it would have been softer if it had been cooked over low heat for a longer period instead of high heat). Another negative point is that the bread, a true symbol of Turkishness, was unfortunately not included with the soup, and in my opinion, it would have suited this soup perfectly. I hope the restaurant also sells fish soup as a standalone dish. As a soup fan, I definitely recommend trying it. Overall, it's a unique taste, with both its positive and negative aspects.
Upon first entering, we found the atmosphere to be quite modest and the staff were very helpful. You can choose to eat your dessert in a cup, either inside or outside.
Regarding the dessert, I can tell it's fresh from the firmness of the strawberries on top. The first spoonful was evenly distributed: the cream, strawberries, and cake pieces were perfectly balanced. It was very pleasant to eat, and the soft chocolate cream and cake made it a great pairing with tea.
We went there for iftar (breaking the fast), and overall, it's considered good value for money. The stewed meat dish used to taste great, but now it seems to have a little less to it compared to before. The taste of the stewed meat is still very good, and the extra pizza sauce on the side is excellent. It's a great value for money, definitely worth the price.
From the moment you sit down, a young waitress takes your order, and it arrives in about 10-12 minutes (an average time in my opinion). One plate is more than enough for two people, which is a nice touch. As for the taste? From the moment it arrives, the chocolate melts in your mouth, crispy, and melts in your mouth, and the fact that the chocolate is served warm is very good and original. The fruit is also very fresh and perfectly prepared. I also looked at their other offerings and hope to go again soon.
The atmosphere is family-friendly, the waiters are generally good, the price might be a little high compared to the average, but it's worth the money.
It might seem a bit crowded when you first enter, but there's always a place to sit. A hospitable Eastern gentleman greets you, helps you find a seat, and after you tell him what you want, a sample is immediately served. It's served to your table within 5-6 minutes at most. Along with the menu, portions come with a combination of tomatoes, pickles, and onions. Before you've even finished half your meal, they've given you almost 3-4/10 of the plate as a complimentary topping. Although the meat is slightly fatty, it's very clear that it's not minced meat döner; you can taste the authentic döner from the very first bite. I recommend ordering the rice as a portion. The ayran (yogurt drink) wasn't quite what I expected, but the restaurant serves tea as soon as you finish your meal, and surprisingly, the tea is also good. I'd like to especially thank the staff there; their attentiveness was excellent.
If I remember correctly, they're open until 3 AM.
