Taksim

"Despite its nondescript façade and modest interior—furnished with tile floors, small tables, and colorful paintings—this casual midtown eatery is a local go-to for authentic Turkish cuisine." Full review

"The classical mezes, meaty stews, and dishes like stuffed cabbage and moussaka, all served from a steam table, are as good as ever."

"The casual midtown Turkish restaurant has opened a location in the East Village. They’re serving the same kebab-heavy menu; the beer-and-wine list features a few Turkish imports." Full review

"This newcomer excels at the small vegetarian plates called meze: herb-dusted artichoke hearts, leeks cooked to silkiness, green salads and bean stews, and bread dips like hummus and cacik." Full review