Cozy Turkish-Mediterranean escape w/ amazing app spread & standout mixed grill. Don't miss the baklava ice cream!
This Turkish-Mediterranean gem in Midtown offers a welcome escape from the surrounding hustle, providing a cozy and romantic ambiance. Diners rave about the expansive selection of Mediterranean appetizers and the delicious falafel. The mixed grill is a standout, featuring a generous portion of four different meats accompanied by rice and vegetables. To finish, the baklava ice cream is a must-try, described as a sweet, nutty, and incredibly satisfying conclusion to the meal.
This restaurant specializes in Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine. Customer feedback highlights a large variety of appetizers, including falafel, and a highly recommended mixed grill with multiple meats. The baklava ice cream is frequently mentioned as a must-try dessert. One diner did find the liver dish to be tough and flavorless, but overall, the food is well-regarded.
"The lamb adana is highly praised, with some calling it the best ever. The mixed grill is also a standout, and the baklava ice cream is a must-try dessert."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards this restaurant, praising its food quality, atmosphere, and value, especially in the Midtown area.
Important Note
One customer found the liver dish to be tough and flavorless. Another suggestion advises to avoid the sauces.
"A short positive confirmation that the restaurant mentioned in the linked substack post is good."
Positive"This commenter shares a link to a substack post recommending Akdeniz, a Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, for the original poster's needs."
Positive"Akdeniz, a Mediterranean cuisine restaurant in Midtown, was linked as a suggestion for a group dining request."
Neutral"Akdeniz is suggested as a Mediterranean option in Midtown Manhattan, with a caveat to avoid the sauces."
Positive"The commenter recommended Akdeniz in Manhattan, stating it can accommodate at least 30 people and that they had a great experience hosting an event there."
Positive"A user recommended Akdeniz as a small, low-key spot with good Turkish food."
Positive"Akdeniz is reliably good and won't break the bank for those near Rockefeller Center."
Positive"The commenter had a positive experience at Akdeniz Mediterranean Cuisine on 46th street, finding it pretty good for lunch."
Positive"This restaurant in Midtown is highly recommended."
Positive"The poster found the lamb adana to be incredibly tasty, possibly the best they've ever had. They also noted the availability of chicken adana and mentioned that bulgur is a better and healthier side option than white rice."
Positive"A brief comment stating that the user finds Akdeniz to be a "dope" place."
Positive"This user considers Akdeniz one of the few worthwhile restaurants in Midtown, especially for those attending a show."
Positive"The user expressed fondness for Akdeniz, recalling positive experiences from when they worked in Midtown."
Positive"The user found the liver dish to be tough and flavorless. They plan to try the Ezmeli Kebab, which sounds appealing."
Negative"The commenter recommended Akdeniz on 46th street, stating that the majority of the menu is gluten-free and vouching for the top-tier food quality and freshness."
Positive"The commenter listed Akdeniz as a place related to Turkish ice cream."
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