Turkish Delight

Went in not particularly hungry but I was wanting to try this place for a while now. I was hoping to try a few new foods because I have never eaten this cuisine before but also planning to take most of it home. Well. . . I genuinely ate every single bite. I think this was one of the most delicious food I have ever tried. And I definitely plan to come back. I added a few photos for reference and caption them with the name for reference (Sorry I ate a bite out of the baklava before I took the picture lol) The servers were very attentive and everything you could ask for. I have never tried this type of food before, so I asked what he would recommend and he very kindly suggested some items and they were perfect. I did notice that the menu offered a lot of insight into potential dietary restrictions if anybody has those including gluten-free , vegetarian and so forth. as well as potential allergy restrictions.

We had a great experience! Reservations recommended and were handled well. Service was quick and the portions were generous. The flavors were nat bashful, and even sticking with the 'basics' of a hummus plate and gyro meat we were very pleased and satisfied. The dining room is not large and when full can be fairly loud, otherwise this is a great restaurant.

Turkish Pilsner…check…weird salty yogurt drink…check…. Had the waiter choose our appetizer. It was doughy, fluffy, garlicky, and sweet salty cheese stuffed. Whole new realm of textures and flavors for me. Little Turkish tostadas that tasted like the Ottoman Empire claimed my mouth as theirs. Fricken nailed it. Entrees came out warm enough and again….a whole new zeitgeist of palatable experiences. Dumplings were epic and the yogurt, chillie oil topping that still remains a mystery to me was experiential. The loaded fries were a journey to flavor town as well. So many new flavors…like if Indian food had a love child with the Mediterranean and bathed in yogurt then danced with moist spiced meat. Dessert was great as well. Baklava and of course a “five on it” serving of their namesake and Narnia…that’s right…Turkish delight. Gooey squares of exotic flavors spackled with nuts. The baklava went down perfectly with whatever decaf coffe drink I had. Dark roasted beans and an even darker cocoa flavor. The Turks do know their coffe. One server took care of a half full little haunt that held no more than 12 tables total. He was attentive and easy to flag down with subtle nods or eye contact in the cozy tiny house version of mid-way cafe. Ambiance wasn’t aesthetically Turkish, but the food and Sultanesque music set a heavy enough tone of Onion Domed palaces and curved sabers. Great experience all around.

We had a group of ten teenagers. They loved it! They tried all kinds of things from the loaded fries to the shrimp dish and they were all really happy with their food. We got to go desserts to continue the amazing flavors. They all said that this was the best food they had during our week long stay in Alaska. The service and atmosphere was equally great.

The food was very tasty and delicious. Very well cooked. It exceeded our expectations. Ambiance is very cute and feels authentic. Tavuk šiš comes with rice, bread, and salad, all of which are added to the overall taste of the meal. Chicken and lamb chops are halal. We also tried Turkish coffee, which comes with one small Turkish delight, and it was great! Highly recommend this restaurant.

As someone who is familiar with Turkish food, I can say that this restaurant is amazing. I ordered dolma, mercimekli köfte, şakşuka, sigara böreği, and mücver as an appetizer (meze). They were all fresh. The mücver was amazing with the dill yogurt sauce. I ate the şakşuka with small pita bread. It was amazing. I ordered döner on top of that. Thank you very much for making the wraps the way I wanted. I had kunefe and ice cream for dessert. The kunefe was fresh and had the smell of butter on it which I loved. I ate a world of food and left very happy. Zeynep helped me a lot with the food choices. She is a very sweet lady.

I ordered so much food. It was all delicious. The textures were spot on. The baklava was criminally delicious. I got the mezze platter to go with vegetarian options as well as the antep cheese plate. I was having a rough day. Everyone was very nice to me while I ate my feelings.

They offered a variety of Turkish food, beverages, and desserts. With Turkish-style decoration, it makes you feel the vibe! Our server was exceptionally nice and friendly, ensuring our food arrived promptly—no waiting necessary. I had manti for my entree, which is akin to dumplings stuffed with potato, generously smothered in a sauce made of yogurt and Turkish seasoning. The combination was absolutely divine. As for dessert, we indulged in baklava, which was simply DELIGHTFUL! The inclusion of nuts perfectly complemented the texture. Everything we experienced was deliciously memorable. What a night!

Such a great dining experience with friends this evening. We've gotten the falafel platter to go many time previously. This was the the first time for a sit-down meal. It did not disappoint. From the Turkish tea and coffee to the appetizers, main courses, and unique desserts--everything was spectacular. A++ Service was very attentive, but not rushed. A very nice pace. We arrived at 5 and there were a few diners, but by 6:30-7 it was packed. Friends commented on how clean it was, the nice artwork on the walls, and the overall feel. Absolutely joy!

Turkish Delight is, to likely be utterly cliche, truly delightful. Coming from Austin and having visited Germany multiple times, I like to think I have some experience of excellent Mediterranean cuisine, and Turkish Delight absolutely punches in the highest weight classes. I had better lamb here than I did in Dusseldorf. The food that I've tried is all superb in flavor, portion, and presentation. The cooking, seasoning, and health of their star dishes are beyond reproach. The service is efficient and friendly and the decor is beautiful and, to the outside eye, whimsical in its ornateness, to include the restrooms. Expect to enjoy platters worth of food so good you can't help but keep eating long after your stomach says not to take another bite, gently egged on by waiters smiling at your delight (there's the cliche again) and nonverbally relaying your enjoyment to the hardworking cooks in the visible kitchen. Of special note is the Künefe, which my girlfriend and I agree remains the most delectable dessert we've tried anywhere in Alaska. This place was so good when her parents visited her here, it was her priority to take them here. Trying it was one of the best experiences we've had. Also as someone eager to maintain my athletic performance, they have a variety of vegetable forward, nutritious, balanced dishes that I can easily work into my diet without feeling like a slob, and yet still feel that I had a wonderful, delectable treat. Wholeheartedly recommend, especially for special occasions, because they deserve it. No compromise on quality here.

If you haven't been to Turkish Delight since the sister and brother team took it over in (2022?), go back! The restaurant is bright, uncluttered, and cheery. We ordered the meze option of five appetizer samples for $32, and they made me so happy I had to write a review! The sampler came with naan for the others in our party, and gluten-free sourdough for me. This is only the second place in Anchorage I have been to that gives clear, multiple options for vegan and gluten-free patrons, while still offering meat, dairy, and gluten. And they don't charge more for special breads! (That sounds awfully picky, but it always seems unfair that I have to pay more for something that won't send me to the ER.) I followed up with the red lentil soup...excellent...and the others enjoyed the loaded donar fries. Next time, the cheese sampler is our my list. As is a single order of the spinach appetizer for me by myself. I could have eaten that all night... We were interested to find that there's a film we plan to watch now by Zeynep Kilic (the sister in the team): Tables of Istanbul. From the restaurant's website: "After receiving 10 awards and recognitions for her film, Zeynep (thanks to some helpful nudging from her ever-persistent brother) has segued from researching delicious Turkish meals, to heartfully creating them here in Alaska." Anchorage is lucky indeed. The final touch was a dessert: Turkish delight. As it turns out, I don't like Turkish delight as a food, but the service is adorable enough to require an order. Our dollhouse-loving daughter got an immediate text with the picture of the tiny implement and coffee. As we prepared to leave, a friend originally from Bosnia popped in to pick up an order, saying this is his family's favorite restaurant because the food is closest to their home cuisine. (I just looked it up: Turkish cuisine has had a huge influence on Bosnia's.) Tasty AND authentic!

We had a great experience! Reservations recommended and were handled well. Service was quick and the portions were generous. The flavors were nat bashful, and even sticking with the 'basics' of a hummus plate and gyro meat we were very pleased and satisfied.

I ordered this dish without any expectations and turned out to be absolutely appetizing and flavorful. This is without a doubt one of the best recipes I have ever tasted. It's now my new favorite dish!

By far the best meal I've had while visiting Anchorage. Vegetarian-friendly and great service as well!

Most authentic middle eastern food I've had in the Anchorage area and you get a lot of food for what you pay! Went under new ownership about 2 years ago which brought with it a more diversified menu. I usually get the mixed grill which comes with 4 different meats! It's enough to share with 2 people or enough to guarantee leftovers for tomorrow! The servers are always very attentive and kind!

Amazing Amazing Amazing! I now wish i could have more. The food was amazing and that's coming from a picky eater, We will go back and try others stuff. But you have to get dessert

This restaurant is under new ownership as of MAY 2023!! The original owners are enjoying retirement, and hand selected a new Turkish family to pass their legacy on. The old owners were a lovely family, and selected a brother & sister duo as the proud new owners of this restaurant. They are also very lovely, and are working hard to share their culture with us. If you go to the restaurant they are sometimes working the service floor, and are super friendly. The duo are very proud of their heritage, and are happy to share it with Anchorage. The space & menu has been completely refreshed. I love the new vibe of the restaurant. It's much lighter inside now with beautiful white oak tables & chairs. Touches of bright blue throughout & beautifully decorated. The space has a much more Mediterranean feel. The restroom is probably one of the nicest ones in Anchorage with Turkish glass light fixtures & they used to have a gorgeous mosaic sink bowl until a customer broke it. The artwork around the restaurant is a display of Turkish culture. Service has always been excellent when I have dined there. There was one time I went on a Tuesday during lunch, and the restaurant was packed. There were only 2 servers working the floor so things were a bit crazy, but everyone was working hard, and doing their best. That's all you can hope for when you see that type of situation. I'm glad they have become so popular as it really is an excellent restaurant! The menu has become way more extensive, and while it includes some of the popular Turkish dishes from the previous owners it has become so much more than that. You can sample way more of the country's cuisine; not just items that are well known (doner kebab, humus, baklava). The menu has all the dishes written in the Turkish language, which I appreciate. In my humble opinion the new owners have really brought us a more well rounded & accurate taste of Turkey. The only dish I do miss from the previous owners is their Kalamar. I've dined there 3 times under the new owners, and have found everything to be absolutely delicious. The food is beautifully presented, and I've got to sample way more of the Turkish cuisine. The meze selection is much more extensive now with a selection of cold & hot items. My favorites have been the ezme, dolma, Patlican Salata, sigara borek, antep cheese, and Havuç Meze. Their humus is also delicious, but I love being able to try new items. The Köfte & Adana are some of my favorite dishes from Turkey so I was happy to see them added to the new menu. Both dishes are flavorful and plentiful. I also tried manti for the first time, which are ground beef dumplings. They reminded me of mini ravioli. They were hearty, and delicious. Definitely a "stick to your ribs" type of meal. I've also had the opportunity to try all of their desserts. I love Künefe so I was ecstatic to see it on the menu, and it did not disappoint. Warm, cheesy, sweet goodness. If you are a big super sweet dessert person you are not going to find that here. These desserts are way more subtle in sweetness, but still 109% worth the try. Their baklava is excellent as are the lokum (Turkish delight). Those are probably the sweetest items. The Kabak Tatlisi (butternut squash) is probably my other favorite after the kunefe & baklava. The drink selection has Turkish tea & turkish coffee (served with a lokum) as well as housemade mint lemonade, which is very refreshing, and Ayran (a yogurt based drink). There is also a great selection of beer & wine including a lager imported from Turkey. If you have not ever dined at Turkish Delight I would highly recommend it! It is one of the only Mediterranean cuisine restaurants (besides Greek) that we have in town. It's a great celebration of Turkish cuisine, and heritage. Under the new ownership I believe that the food has been elevated, and it's a way more well rounded representation of Turkey!

Clean restaurant, nice people amazing good! I highly recommend this place. I asked the server to just bring me whatever he had for lunch and it was fantastic. $20/person. Not fast food

Hands down the best food in Anchorage. It's always refreshing and much less salty than most Anchorage restaurants. This business prides themselves on serving true Turkish cuisine, and not simply the 'Americanized' version we are accustomed to eating. On our most recent trip to Anchorage we ate Turkish delight 4 times in 5 days. Yes, it is that good! The service at Turkish delight is also great! They definitely have many regular customers. The staff went above and beyond to help me out a few months ago when I was picking up food and people were being harassed near the restaurant- they ensured I was able to leave safely. This was the only time in 3 years where the parking lot was potentially unsafe though. I can't say enough good things about this place!

Authentic turkish food. Great service and atmosphere. Be sure to try their tea, adana, and hummus.

The staff are super friendly and the place is just comfortable like you don't mind taking your time enjoying a great meal. Portions are fantastic - meat incredibly tender and everything well seasoned. This is definitely a place that belongs in regular rotation for date night.

This review is for take out. The ease of ordering via phone and picking up was great. However, when we actually ate our food, we were a bit disappointed. My husband got the doner kebab and I had the falafel sandwich. The kebab was well seasoned and spiced, but was not tender and a bit tough. The falafel was soggy, honestly a bit bland, and tasted a bit sandy and dry. Overall, was not worth the money spent on it and I definitely will not be ordering take out from there again. Can't comment on food or ambience when eating there though. Who knows, hopefully it's much better.

We were super excited to try this place because we love Turkish food and had been craving it. Menu looked so enticing. Unfortunately everything we ordered was rather bland and incredibly greasy. The doner meat on top of pita was just a pool of greasy and the doner sandwich was dripping with greasy, even the wrapper was greasy from the start. We love Turkish food for its freshness but this was not it. Service and atmosphere was great but unfortunately we will not be back. Sad because we were hoping this would be our new go to Anchorage spot

If you like bland food do NOT order from here. This place goes crazy with the spices in the most spectacular way! THE BEST DONER KEBAB I HAVE EVER HAD, HANDS DOWN! (Basically a gyro with way more flavor). I will seriously be coming back just for that. Also there French fries are bomb & perfectly seasoned. This place is a hidden gem, and I am so glad they are on door dash & deliver from Muldoon to abbott area. Thank you, Returning customer

A hidden gem! I can't pronounce, nevertheless, spell what I ordered, but you cannot go wrong with any dishes. Aromatic, flavor explosion , and a culinary delight! Your tastebuds will not be disappointed. But definitely end with the baklava. Happy NOM'ing!

The food is excellent! The space is very limited. The atmosphere is bright and loud, the opposite of a cozy, intimate ambiance. Very nice sized portions, fairly priced for Anchorage, Ak. Everyone else in Anchorage offers straws. This isn't Cali. get some straws. Our server, Rajneesh, was an absolute delight. Knowledgeable, yet funny and very attentive. He's only been with the outfit for two weeks, but you'd never know it. Oddly great business for being in the middle of a strip mall. They do have a huge inefficiency issue. Be sure you MAKE A RESERVATION. In the 90 minutes we were there, they turned away 14 paying customers, while OVER HALF the tables sat empty with reserved signs. For an hour and a half. They're closed with a two hour split between lunch and dinner, so there's no sliding in for an off meal. Walk-ins might find a niche during lunch (11:30-4:30). We were lucky a reservation canceled at 4:45, otherwise, that's not a good time. Maybe a late dinner after 8:00 works for you? We don't understand good Turkish from bad, but in our book, it was a big winner and we will be returning, just have to figure out when! 06/23

Everything we had was good. Nice ambiance and good service. Food was delicious. Happy to have found it. We were visiting from out of state and found this restaurant to be authentic in every way. Was able to only eat there once but would have again if we had the opportunity.

In order to pick up our take-out dinner, we had to drive across town on slushy, icy roads; the almost 2' of snowfall over the past few days made it impossible to see the road's lane lines. We were wondering whether the Turkish Delight dinner was going to be worth the trouble. IT WAS DELICIOUS! I absolutely loved my Vegetarian Hunkar Begendi and Meusim Salata!! Our order was ready for us as soon as we arrived. Furthermore, the staff member at the check-out wasn't put out by our wish to go through our order, item by item, to be sure we had everything. Friendly guy! We will be back many times in the future!

Love the lemonade Had a fabulous time with friends and family Would totally suggest going here but also knowing it'll be a slower paced time out

We tried this place last night and we were both very happy! I had the Manti which was very yummy and my partner had the Doner meal that was a small feast and the plate was clean when done eating. They serve wine and seltzer's and maybe beer? We tried a couple of their seltzers, which were very refreshing. Appropriate relaxing music played and the dining area is kept very clean. The Baklava was really good as well! We will definitely be repeat customers!

What a gem of a find! After a week of heavy eating, Turkish Delight was just that. A delight. We had the Doner plate and the Tavuk Adana. Delicious! To top it off we ordered the Knafeh! Not to miss in Anchorage ! The staff is wonderful. Our server was the nicest man. Thank you

Best Turkish restaurant I ever had and very close to the real in Turkey, outside of Turkish Pizza and the leathery flatbread they make in a stone oven. I ordered the kofte plate, which was generously portioned with 5 small meat patties, came with Turkish red pepper chutney called ezme, salad greens, and a white bean salad called piyaz. A slice of flatbread and rice pilaf are extra. And baklava for dessert. No complaints, portion sizes, service, and ambiance very good. A little expensive, but worth it.

Baklava is to die for! Ladies and gentlemen I never thought I'd say that!! Haha! But they make it in house and I would come just for that if I'm in a dessert and coffee mood. Now let's talk food: fresh, delicious and healthy. The appetizer with the cheese and herbs and peppers dip, YUM!! The moscato FANTASTIC! Service was wonderful and ambiance clean, cozy and great music. Looking forward to our next visit.

The meat was really good but the rice was toooo oily and we asked for diet coke refill and they opened a new can for us not letting us know that it is not fountain drinks. People were very professional and nice water color painting on the wall. The food was pricy for its portion.

Came to Turkish Delight on a Sunday night. Started with an eggplant meze dish with pita and it was decent. Had the doner sandwich. It was ok tasting but far too greasy. It came wrapped in wax paper that was full of grease. Then when I was holding it up to eat it, grease dripped off of it. There was wax paper on the plate that caught about half a cup of grease, seriously. This was the greasiest doner I've ever had, by far. I don't know what is different about these doners but they need to change something about their process or meat so these aren't so greasy. Service was ok but a table next to us was pissed because they waited 45 minutes for their food. The food was sitting on the counter for some time when they complained and the servers then quickly brought it out. Not sure why it was sitting but the two servers seemed overworked. Liked the decor, there were lots of Turkey images but they were modern and tasteful, not overdue. This seems like a nice place and there are probably better things on the menu than the doners but I can't give this place any higher rating with what I had.

Service was a little slower than anticipated. I was seated right away and waited 20 mins before a server stop by my table to offer water or take my order. Food was quick, warm, and very flavorful! Highly recommend their lentil soup. Overall I had a great dining experience.

Real delicious Turkish food, clean , warm atmosphere, helpful, kind staff, recommended insistently

absolutely delicious food with amazing service and extraordinary atmosphere. A must try on your list of things to do.

Loved the food here! I ate the manti/pasta dish with house made sour dough bread and Içli Köfte with lemon juice/slices with a glass of white wine. It was HEAVEN!

Great food. Okay service. Packed in a tiny space. If you get food to go you have to ask for utensils and napkins. They also don't fix naans with the felafel plate.

We did take out. I enjoyed all the flavors. I am grateful my husband was willing to try. I think eating in is always better. The Naan wasn't the best I've had and was smaller than a corn tortilla, which is different, I've really only had it with Indian food. But I would eat here again.

amazing food and service loved the mixed gill, manta and the Donar supper yummy. I have eaten there many times and the food is always amazing

I was with one friend. We were seated at a table in an aisle. Every timethe front door opened wind would hit us pretty hard. We kept our coats on. I know we are in Alaska. It was not a good experience. Food was ok.

I've eaten there 3 times in the last 5 months. It's been great food every time. Would recommend making reservations on the weekend evenings as they always seem very busy.

Are they open? Under new owners Here's an update. This place is still a 4or5 depending on your mode and who's working. But we found the atmosphere and food much the same as 2 years ago. It is worth a try. Valuable neighborhood asset

Absolutely love the kofta meal here!!! I have been to Turkey and traveled to the Middle East (Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Qatar, UAE, Oman) and this place matches the local cuisine there. The meat is tender, juicy, large portions, awesome rice and side salad. Highly recommend regardless.

Hey y'all! I am so glad that Turkish Delight opened back up and I've had the chance to eat there. Turkish Delight is a quaint and wonderful experience with very nice staff. Sigara Borek(not pictured) was good, flavors was all over the place. Döner was good, your typical(or better than typical) dish. Hünkar Begendi or Sultan's Delight was pretty good as well. Baklava and Turkish Delights was holy crap good. The homemade mint lemonade was delicious and will definitely get that again. A must try.

This place was definitely a really good find! Food was amazing, everything was season so well and very flavorful. The service was very helpful he recommended very delicious appetizers for us to try being that we are new to Turkish cuisine. The ambiance was nice and chill not too loud but not so quiet, I would definitely give this place a try.

Amazing! We'll being going back on our next trip to Anchorage. We shared the Meze platter and the Mixed Grill. Both were fantastic! For our Meze Platter we selected the hummus, Mercimekli Kofte, Dolma, Sigara Borek, and Saksuka. We also really enjoyed the lemonade with mint. Seriously the best middle eastern food I've had in years!

I've been here twice since the change in ownership and the food has been...meh. Last time was a few days ago and I got the doner. The rice was great but the meat was dry and lacked taste. It wasn't bad, just....not as good as it used to be. For the price, middle of the road.

I love the food here--my husband and I are always looking forward to takeout from this spot! It's fantastic that they offer gluten and dairy-free options, making it a great choice for everyone. I do miss the cozy vibe of the old place, though. If they could switch to warmer lightbulbs and maybe change up the lampshades, it would make a world of difference. We'd definitely make it our go-to date night spot if it had a more inviting feel. For now, we'll keep enjoying their delicious food from home!

They remodeled and redid the menu. Nice ambiance and clean. Food and service were great. I had the falafel. Not sure if they just opened, the open sign and business name sign were not on during the opening hours, but they served us. They have a nice little beer and wine selection. Cute little hidden midtown gem.

Every time my husband and I visit a new city, we seek out the local Turkish cuisine having met in Turkey. I can tell you this is authentic and beyond delicious!!!! Sigar borek, Adana shish, Shepard's salad and baklava have made my day. Strip mall looks questionable, but order an effes or a cay and relax cause your taste buds are in for a treat!!!

The Döner and Adana kebabs are my favorite. I think they've added to their menu, eager to try. This place is does not disappoint, and it's very traditional!

Delicious falafel and cheese plate. Can't stop thinking about this place and their amazing cuisine.

Great food and wine list Service is friendly and helpful Nice decor from Turkey So sorry it's closed because the owners went to Turkey to help after the earthquake. Admirable for them to do that but we miss that restaurant very much!!

Great food and service. I would definitely go again. It's a hidden gem. The inside of the place is really cute and modern and was recently renovated. Everything was so delicious!! I'll be back!!!