Meyhane Turkish Restaurant

We always have a lovely dinner experience at Meyhane! The ambiance is warm and stylish, making it a very inviting place to dine. The cold and hot mezes are absolutely delicious, my favorite is the lamb liver shish; it’s juicy, fresh, and so flavorful! Also their fried hamsi is sooo good! They also offer a variety of offal dishes (sakatat) that you can’t easily find elsewhere. The Adana kebab is even better than what you’d get in Turkey! Our waiter Ogün is incredibly friendly and attentive, which made the evening even more special. Highly recommend this spot for a truly memorable dining experience! 🥂 🌟

Paid extra for feta for two salads, they didn’t give us any feta when we unpacked the order. The rice pudding was so watery it wasn’t good. Threw it out

Great place to eat Turkish food. Service is excellent & atmosphere is very nice: casual & friendly. Lots of tapas to choose from. Lamb dish is tender & baklava is superb. There’s live entertainment on the weekends. Sometimes one of the guests will be playing a clarinet or a guitar while eating. Lol. Lots of local Turkish people eat in this place. They started as a tiny restaurant & they have expanded to the one next door.

After passing by many times, I noticed people were enjoying themselves outdoors, so I was curious to give it a try. Due to my lack of knowledge of Turkish food, I had no idea what to expect. We were hoping the staff could give us recommendations since we seldom eat Turkish food. Since only one person spoke English here, it was difficult. Even though we weren't sure, we ordered after his suggestion. I was very excited when the food came out because it was all delicious. Lamb chops were juicy and tender. My first experience with Turkish cuisine was good. I would definitely consider coming back here again in the future.

We came here as a group of five today, and honestly, the portions are extremely small. We ordered cheese as a starter, and considering the price, we only received two tiny pieces — that’s absolutely outrageous. You can try the fish, but don’t expect good service or generous portions. Even though we got wet, they didn’t offer us anything, which was truly disappointing. I don’t think I’ll be coming back here again.

We came here with our friends. We received the menu 10 minutes after sitting down, and the waitress always looked annoyed and never checked on our table, which was really frustrating. The mezes were not bad — if you come here, you should definitely try the calamari and fish. It was raining, and it started to rain even harder, but they didn’t even offer to move our table inside. Overall, I’d say it was average, but we definitely won’t be back.

Had a wonderful experience, the food was amazing, hot fresh, and so flavorful, with so many different menu items. And the service was impeccable. Really felt welcome in the homey atmosphere. Definitely recommend!

Stopped by here in search of kokorecs, a street food I fell in love with in Istanbul. They're one of the few places that have it in NYC. It wasn't exactly how I remembered, I had it on these cheap hoagie rolls, this was a more artisanal bread. It was still tasty and I enjoyed the food, service and ambiance. Aferin, Bravo.

I wish I could give a higher rating given that this is one of the higher rated Mediterranean restaurants in the area. Tldr: good food, small portions. The portions are small, one skewer of adana will cost you over $20. The only way you'd get full is by eating the pita it comes with. We ordered appetizer (labne) and that helped fill us up because it's thick and yogurt based. The salad is great too. I know because I found myself going for seconds. In terms of flavor, I can't complain. We are pretty adventurous with food so we tried the lamb liver. I highly recommend trying this out. Savor the flavor. If we ever come back, I'd try the other exotic specialties like heart, tongue, ovaries. Communication was challenging because server doesn't speak English. You'll likely have to research what the dishes are on your own, or rely on photos here. The place is small, but they made very efficient use of the space. So much so that we had to move our table so I can go in and out of my seat.

I was in Meyhane for the second time on June, and the service was beyond amazing, I don't remember his name but his the only one running the floor! Good was delicious and the atmosphere was very good! I recommend this place

Probably my favorite restaurant. I drive from Manhattan to eat here, that's how good the food is. Their hummus is toe curling, roof of your mouth burning good. The bread could be better (served fresher and a bit fluffier). The octopus salad is mouth wateringly delicious. The chicken shish kebab is perfect every single time and is probably the juiciest chicken I've ever had at any restaurant. The sides it's served with deliver an orgasmic bite. Adana kebab is also consistently good. The first time I had the veal chops they were incredibly delicious. The texture and flavor of the meat were perfect and went so well with the bread and sides. However, the next time I ordered the same dish, the meat was dry and not as flavorful. Being that it's one of the most expensive dishes on the menu, I think it's important for them to maintain consistency. I usually go during the day or early evening and every time I've gone, the ambiance has been laid back and relaxing. Service is always friendly and welcoming despite the language barrier. Only thing I'd change is maybe spend less time staring at the customers while they're eating or walking to the bathroom. It can be a bit weird and uncomfortable.

When you go out for dinner, it should be your last meal of the day and it should leave you full. Unfortunately, this place lacked quantity even though the quality was there. I had asked for "mixed platter" in which the waiter said they do not have. I like mixed platters, because you get 2 or more kind of meats all in one dish. This is a good way for a customer to get to taste and experience what the restaurant has to offer without having to order a million dishes. The flavors are definitely tasty, but I felt teased. Worst part is, this was dinner. You should have a fulfilling meal worthy of the HIGH price of $20! Only one skewer of Kabob, just ONE! There was more bread on the plate than meat. Comeee onnnn, mannnn!!! Besides the lack of meat to plate ratio, this was very tasty. It's not fine dining, which is why I am a bit shocked with the price tag.

Likes - good food - halal - great service - nice vibes - open late Dislike None (Street Parking)

The falafel here is very good. Very good! I am so glad that we found this restaurant online - we will be back. We came in last night for dinner and the restaurant is so cozy, tables very close together and the decor is really sweet. We ordered some roasted hummus, salad, falafel platter and some tea. We came in for a late night dinner. Our falafel platter presentation was very beautiful and did come with hummus and salad - it was basically what we ordered for the sides (now we know) with that said, the hummus was baked in a cast iron for our side order whereas the hummus for the falafel platter was different and thinner in consistency to enjoy with the falafel. We are looking forward to coming back. The restaurant was very clean and our waiter was very kind and attentive. We had ordered mint tea (I did not want to have caffeine at night) and I was brought a tiny cup of Turkish tea (I love it but the caffeine). We shared it together and everything was okay. We brought home some baklava to enjoy at home because it was getting late and we saw that they were closing from the Yelp page and I wanted to be mindful. Thank you so much!

Visited 04/01/2022 Came here with some friends after a little deliberation about going next door or not. We all shared some Adana kabob, lamb gyro, lebne, falafel and Lebne, Falafel and eggplant. Everything was very very good. No complaints at all. Service was very prompt and courteous... and it's a BYOB!

I loved every bite of my charred Lebne. It's amazing to see how other cultures interact. Everyone is so nice and welcoming. My new spot. On social media i always see Turkish food videos and say wow this is impressive. Also tell say to myself, I can't wait to try Turkish food. I'm glad I came across Meyhane, definitely not disappointed.

Amazing meal. Had a few surprise dishes to sample and the owner was beyond hospitable. I would personally recommend the beef liver appetizer, and the lamb wrap. My boyfriend had the grilled chicken and had a ton of great sides.

The atmosphere, appetizers, and service were incredible. The Adana kebap was the best I've ever had in the U.S!

Don't go If you don't want to be met with rude gestures, don't go. If you're a woman, don't go at all. You may even be beaten when you ask the waiters if you can change this soup.

I had high hopes for this restaurant given the reviews. The babaganoush and bread that came with it were very good. However, my main course - the chicken shish kebab - was inedible. The chicken was rubbery and neither my husband nor I could eat it. We asked for the check and left our entire plate but no one inquired as to why we hadn't touched our meal. I love Turkish cuisine and this place did not deliver.

What an adorable, local, Turkish/Med spot with homemade food, a nice, relaxing ambiance and very friendly wait staff! We were lucky enough to sit outside on a beautiful summer evening, which certainly made me feel like I was back in Eastern Europe! Our waiter came over and left us with some menus and waters. He was super sweet! We started off with some dips: lebne & babaganoush, which came with toasted bread. The lebne was excellent, (my first time having it). I loved the pieces of walnut in the dip. It tasted very fresh! For dinner I had the shrimp casserole & my dining companions ordered the lamb kebab plate. Their dishes were so well plated! A few pieces of lamb, some pita bread, rice and some veggies, how cute! I ordered the shrimp casserole which came in an iron clad dish straight out of the oven. The only thing the dish was missing was some rice, which he was happy to bring over. There was too much sauce not to have any rice! The sauce had a bit of a kick to it (think garlic and pepper), but it was tasty! We all ordered Turkish tea for dessert, so I suggested we try a homemade dessert to go with it. I don't even recall what he had (some pistachio dessert I never heard of), but it was excellent. (They didn't have baklava, which I love, but this may be a new favorite for me!) The dessert didn't taste too sweet, and paired really well with the Turkish ice cream. Everyone loved it. We were all very pleased with our meal and it wasn't very expensive either!

We had a great time here! We were visiting from Virginia and our friends suggested to meet them here. The place is lovely, cozy, you feel like you are dining at someones home! Service was very good and the food was even better. We have ordered 7 or 8 appetizers and they were all great. The Main dishes were all tasty as well. My husband who is turkish said that the kokoreç was the best of all the dishes that we have tried that night. I also loved it. We will def be back next time we are in the area!

Lovely Turkish Food & Atmosphere ... U must go on late nights ... Lovely Music & Guests ... Konafa Awesome ... Owner Great Person ... Welcoming Person

Meyhane is my spot! I live a few blocks away and we always come here on the weekends at night to drink raki with friends. Before COVID, there was live music inside that I enjoy very much! It's a small, cozy atmosphere. When it comes to the food, the calamari, lebni, and chicken shish are my absolute favorites. I think the best place to eat those food items is here. They are full of flavor! If you want to just grab lunch, I highly recommend any of their wraps. Note: it is BYOB. The outdoor seating during COVID is also fantastic. Can't wait to visit again soon!

Good authentic Turkish food. Small restaurant so reservations needed. Street parking only. BYOB

How can you not love this place? Even during covid they still find a way to make a great outside atmosphere. Classy, funky, delicious, hip and cool place! Go check it out. This beautiful restaurant is ginormous once you go inside. So unique and such a great experience all around. Pricey however well worth it! If this review helped you please like it! Thank you

This place is a fun time for a large group. A meyhane is apparently where you come to drink raki (a popular anise-flavored liquor), and before we even ordered a bottle we were given glasses. To accompany our bottle of raki, which took the 4 of us about two hours to finish, we started with a sampling of cold appetizers. The favorites were the atomy - a plain yogurt topped with a delectable chili and chili oil - and the babaganoush, which was incredibly flavorful. We'd probably skip the fava bean spread next time, which was a little light on flavor. There aren't any vegetarian entrees, but I went for the mushroom cheese casserole, which was enough for a main course if you're not starving. The burnt cheese was a great pairing for the mushrooms, and yet the dish was not overly cheesy (my concern going in) - very solid option. My friends said the adana kebab was delicious as well. We ended with the baklava for dessert, which I will probably skip next time in favor of one of the other options, as it was a bit dry. Overall I will definitely come back here, with the vibe being the biggest selling point, especially once the live music starts later in the evening. Service was also very friendly.

Stopped in for the first time tonight and was transported to Turkey! Wow what a delicious dish! This lamb was so soft tender and flavorful! The side peppers added just the right amount of spice to this incredible dish!

Welcomed as soon and we walked in, our sever recommended the veal chops and octopus.. delicious ! Definitely will return, don't forget to try the pistachio dessert with ice cream and Turkish Tea

Excellent and authentic food! My husband and I were the only table conversing in English but we did not feel unwelcomed at this neighborhood spot. We ordered hummus and tzatiki appetizers, falafel and chicken shish entrees. Nothing too exciting but it was the best chicken we've ever had! All the food was delicious and deceivingly filling. It wasn't until after we left that I realized we never got the water we ordered but we brought a bottle of wine and were provided wine glasses immediately so it was of no consequence.

What a find. A hidden gem off the main drags. It is a great place. We started with the hummus - served in an iron skillet and served warm with tomato sauce. It is wonderful. And try it with the Turkish bread they put on the table. We also had the spinach appetizer of spinach and yougurt served cool. Nice contract to hummus. Then we had the Adana kebab. Ground lamb served with a pickled onion salad, grilled tomato and bulgur rice. It was all good. It is on our list to come back. Next time might go with one more appetizer and one less entree. Do more small plates in combination. That would make sense. It is a BYOB. I really like this.

Excellent ambience and food! On weekends, sometimes there is live Turkish music performance and it is so much fun!

**Update**The Person who responds to this review do not tell the truth, I paid $200 when I left the table, my friend did apologized for your unprofessional behaviors, I was not drunk, you were drunk and spitting on my food when you came to my table, the fact is your food sucks, your fried calamari is no good, your lamb chops old and taste like used chewing gum, you are not a good cook and now I know you are not telling the truth

Super cute, nicely decorated new restaurant with a delicious lunch special! I had a chicken halal wrap and yogurt/eggplant appetizer with bread. Would love to try out the breakfast buffet special on weekend eventually! Looks so good Update 11/2019: Came back to Meyhane for dinner in November, was very satisfying! The hot pastrami with hummus & labne will definitely bring me back :)

Superb choice Aldana kebab ,packed flavor with a zing of pepper on the side ,and a great combination to bulgur wheat rice well seasoned ,ample serving ,glad i stopped in and definitely will recommend to friends who are exploring flavors from different nations.

Lamb liver skewers on lavash with zatar & onion salad,. Beef cheeks still boiling on cast iron pot, and hot Semolina with ice cream and grated pistachio.

Wins all around ... We ordered in hummus covered in mozzerella and pastrami. Really good. Also the meatball platter. The pickled onions were great with it. The helvah with ice cream was delicious but kind of on the pricey side (about $14) however I was astonished that it didn't arrive to my door melted. Good job. Prompt delivery. Will order from them again.

This place is so warm and inviting ! My boyfriend and I had such a great dinner here with great service and friendly people . We ordered a few eggplant dips and their Branzino. It was healthy and wonderful, beautifully presented . We also shared their pistachio halva dessert with ice cream. Simple , light, and amazing. We lingered for a half hour after dinner watching the Turkish dancing over a nice cup of tea . What a wonderful find for a beautiful relaxing evening !

Food is outsanding and certainly one of the best Tukish restorant in the city. Definately going back.

As a regular customer of Cliffside Park location I'm happy to have the same greatness in Manhattan. I don't have to look desperately for good taste and quality in the city anymore.

We had a wonderful girls' brunch here a few weeks back. They are amazing hosts. It was a cold and rainy day, and they offered us hot tea as our party slowly trickled in. The food was divine. We decided to order many starters to share instead of main courses. This is the way to go as it allows to a chance to try more from the menu. Their babaganoush has the most wonderful smokey flavor and the shrimp casserole is amazing. I will definitely be back!

Last night we had a girls night at this little cute place, it was definitely a pleasant evening... First goes to the host, he was exceptional super accommodating and ready to answer all our questions. The food was great, delicious....a little in the skimpy side though.Overall I would definitely visit again I especially enjoyed the kokorec and Adana Kebab.

A beautiful day with great service, a nice meal, and some Turkish tea. There is outside seating but keep in mind it's on palisade Avenue and can get a bit noisy. I'd say it's worth sitting outside on a nice. The food is great and is the service.

great hospitality and we enjoyed everything we ate here from the adana kebab to the multiple appetizers. highly recommend the hummus with pine nuts (served warm in a cast iron dish), the octopus salad (perfectly charred), lebne, and the adana kebab. they even opened up an hour earlier than normal to accommodate our party. really appreciated it and have zero complaints !!!

Food is on the next level of freshness and deliciousness!! I love it. Its a great and cozy place, with great food ! Compliments to the chef !! Must tries: calamari and lamb liver. Will recommend this to everyone i know. It is great ! Thank you

Authentic turkish cuisine. This is not your usual kebab house. They have great mezes and the main courses are very nice quality. Recommended dishes: Shepard's salad, levrek( sea bass) Adana kebab. Prices are reasonable and helped by BYOB.

Newly opened restaurant that's worth a try!!! My bf and I were blown away, especially trying out their traditional dishes. So far everything we ordered was delicious, tender and perfectly seasoned from appetizers, main entree, and dessert. If you're adventurous and used to eating different parts of the lamb or beef- try the lamb heart, lamb liver, and beef cheeks. Great pair for your liquor such as beer. BYOB! For main course, order the lamb tandoori which was aaaaah-mazingly very tender partnered with the seasoned rice. Cooked for 5 hours. (you need to call a day ahead to order it). Finish your meal with the semolina helva and turkish icecream- like a nutty moist pudding. Reminiscent of steel oat texture. Not too sweet, just the way i like my desserts. This will be one of our favorite regular restaurant to go. Happy customer! plus the chef was nice and checks on you. =)

Love this restaurant! The chef is really nice and the food is amazing. Have to try beef cheeks and shrimp casserole! Lamb chop and liver is so tasty!

Lovely little cozy restaurant. Loved the grilled branzini and the octopus. Is a BYOB!!! Only downside is that is a bit price. The ambiance is great and the stuff is super attentive. They offered a complimentary portion of a desert since I had no idea what it really was and tea as well.

Best Chicken Shish Kebab so far to me. So tender and flavorful. Loved spice. We ordered several cold appetizers which were also good. It is hard to find a restaurant that adds just the right amount of salt. Usually it's too salty. But Meyhane does it just right. Staff is very friendly too. We had a really great time there. We liked outside seatings too. We will come back for sure.

The best adana kebab in NY and NJ is in Meyhane! During the day time you also can enjoy the open buffet brunch! Saturdays live music and belly dancer! Try it once, you will be addicted!

Amazing place, cozy atmosphere with live music, belly dancers and absolutely best food ever. Staff is really friendly and always smiling, chef Ferdi is there to welcome you and to make sure everything is good. I have been there two weekends in a row since their recent opening and can't wait to go there again. Thank you Meyhane!

The Kokorec was made with what seemed to be canned tomatoes, the seasoning was overwhelming, and the guts had almost no taste. It was a tiny plate for $16+. Nice staff and a good environment, but underwhelming food.

I've been wanting to try Meyhane for while now and last night me and a couple of friends gave it a go. We were able to reserve an outdoor table in a covered seating area. It was a chilly evening but once we started eating we warmed up. There are a lot of Turkish/Mediterranean restaurants in this area. I believe Meyhane stands out due to their more adventurous menu. It certainly has the basics but it also has dishes that seem more authentic, as if you're getting an inside look at Turkish cultural dining. Cases in point were the hot hummus with mozzarella, beef cheeks, and fried liver. We've all had hummus but we hadn't had hummus baked in a casserole with mozzarella, it's texturally different and the flavor is concentrated, a tasty dish. For us though, the show stoppers were the beef cheeks and fried liver. My friend liked them so much, he ordered another round. That was a boss move, something I'd always thought would be cool but had never pulled off before. The beef cheeks are the most tender shredded beef, far less strange than it sounds. The hit of zesty spice on the beef cheeks sealed the deal, a truly exceptional dish. The fried liver was a great counterpoint for the beef cheeks, more crisp with a bit of chew they have an addictive flavor that you keep going back for more. Each dish is served with pieces of a wrap and a flavorful onion and tomato mix. In the more traditional part of the menu, we also had a fantastic lebne, the Meyhane eggplant dip, stuffed grape leaves, an octopus appetizer, and the pastrami as part of an appetizer round. Each were as good or better than any I've had. For an entree round, we went with the double Adana kebab and the lamb chops. Each were perfectly prepared, tender and flavorful. For dessert, we had the semolina pudding and kunefe. Both were quite good, our preference was for the kunefe and we ordered a second portion of it. Nice contrast between the cheesy sweetness and the crispy topping. All that plus a glass of a nice Turkish tea. We had a great meal and will be returning.

The restaurant has wide selection of small appetizers and main dishes, plus they are deliciously prepared. A lot to discover for quick stop or big meals. Highly recommended!

The food was wonderful here and so was our lovely waiter. It was authentic Turkish and a BYOB. We had the cheese platter to start with Baba Ganoush that paired perfectly with our wine we brought. For dinner we had lamb kabob and chicken. Both were cooked to perfection and presented on a beautiful platter. We will definitely be going back to this place.

If you want to eat delicious food and spend quality time in a very special place, come to Meyhane. Everything is very nice and enjoyable.