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Taste of Turkey

Restaurant Mediterranean restaurant Turkish restaurant Halal restaurant Middle eastern restaurant

Casual spot with a lively ambiance, offering classic Turkish fare like stuffed vine leafs & kebabs. People often mention service, Turkish, good, great, staff, delicious, friendly, tasty, nice, table,


Address

88/90 Enmore Rd, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

Website

www.tasteofturkey.com.au

Contact

+61 2 9565 5000

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Sunday: 9 AM to 10 PM
  • Monday: 9 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM to 10:30 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (32) Turkish (32) good (24) great (15) staff (14) delicious (12) friendly (11) tasty (10) nice (9) table (8)
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  • 3/5 sally 8 months ago on Google
    food is really good! perfect taste, not to sweet, not to salty. but service is worse:) this girl on the photo so rude, when we order something she serve us with no smile and looks like she look down on us. second after we finish eat, we order some dessert but she doesnt even ask about cleaning our table and just said "are u done?" and one of my friend said "yea, we waiting for dessert" and she drop the wine glass with the wine inside, not even "SORRY coming out from her mouth" why? to tired of work? this is hospitality madam, if you feel like you can give good service, go home and have a rest. we even pay to bring our wine inside the restaurant! third there is one more girl with curly hair, we said we didnt want the rice, just removed the rice from the plate cuz we didnt want to waste it since no one like it. but she removed all the order instead:) not just the rice.... lol i really love the food and the bread! so nice but after all the service that the staff gave, at the end it ruin our mood and we pay all most $300 for that kind of service... i don't think i will be back there. thankyou for the worst service ever☺️
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Niki V. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic Turkish food at great prices. The sucuklu pide and islender lamb were outstanding, so bloody tasty with the right amount of spice. The kunefu was also a standout. Meals here are meant to be shared. The sauced vegetables and luhnacun pide are also good spice options. Family of four adults are really well including drinks and dessert for $115 which is pretty great! Staff are friendly and service is quick. Street parking available along Enmore Road.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Nikki B. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was ok, pretty easy and average, the let down of this restaurant is that there is no space inside you are sitting on top of the person next to you, I also noticed that the table water bottles aren’t washed after being used by customers they are just refilled and given to the next person. Pretty unhygienic. Last but not least the waiters are clueless, watched our waiter take our food to the wrong table, expected us to make more room when our food was given to us and then completely ignored the fact we asked for our Turkish tea twice. Hopeless!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jane D. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely authentic Turkish flavours and lovely customer service. Would look forward to visiting again to try out the lunch / dinner menu as I only got to experience the breakfast menu. P.S. The Turkish Tea was amazing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Nina G. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was absolutely impeccable! Can’t fault it!! Highly recommend the beyti ($22) and iskender($24)!!! Pide ($19) was super fresh and the portion sizes are very generous! They accept dine and discover vouchers too which is a bonus.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Lisa S. 1 year ago on Google
    Tasty food & prompt friendly service. The mixed vegetable platter was a generous size and had a good variety. My lamb cutlets were a bit tough from being overcooked but still tasty.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Luca Y. 1 year ago on Google
    I went yesterday there with a group of 7 people and everyone loved !! We had such a good night and staff well professional!! - meat platter x2 and kunefe on the picture they are beautiful And 5x stars for Pide cheese garlic bread
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sez N. 3 years ago on Google
    being Turkish it’s always a mission to find the best Turkish food like my mumma makes and this place nailed it! the food and service was 10/10 and I can’t recommend them anymore. teşekkür ederim! i’ll be back soon :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Judy 4 years ago on Google
    The bread / dip tray is so delicious. And the portions on the vegetarian platter is pleasantly generous and I barely made my way through half of the pate. My friend that I was also with was also terrible mood that night, and she was a bit standoffish to the servers. But our waitress, wish I remembered her name, was SO incredibly kind and polite the entire experience. I personally tipped her because of my friends rude behavior. I would recommend this place to anyone who’s seeking good Mediterranean food.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Min M. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited the restaurant during ramadan. They were flat out but managed to get us a table Ordered a number of dishes. As shown in photo. Portion sizes are average and food is average. Nothing I would go for out of my way. Friendly and quick service.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mitsuki H. 4 months ago on Google
    Beautifully crafted dishes with Turkish bread cooked to perfection and sheikh style chicken, beef and pork packed with flavours. The dips were scrumptious as having the mixed plate allowed for to try many different flavours to be explored. Truly extraordinary, I would recommend to anyone wanting an authentic terkish dinning Experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Slim K. 5 months ago on Google
    It truly was a spectacular taste of Turkish food. We came in for breakfast and I'm itching to go back for dinner. We first came and were greeted by a pretty Turkish girl who helped us grab a table despite not having an appointment. The menu is nice, the options were too many. My only complaint was that I got full too quick. The pricing is very competitive. The staff were all friendlier than each other. I'm definitely labelling this place as my go to for Turkish food. The breakfast was amazing. Honey and cream combo was out of this world.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Anne-Maree 1 year ago on Google
    Food, was tasty the service was fast and prompt. Servings were adequate for groups, everyone was able to order something and share round. Favourite was one of the dips that was nice and spicy! Meat, was tender and soft ... full of flavour... ended the night with Turkish Coffee in beautiful cups with bite sized Turkish Delight! Do try if in the area
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rhys T. 1 year ago on Google
    This place seemed busy when we walked past so decided to give it a go. Good, friendly service. We had the mix kebab plate $30, lamanchun $11, tea and ayran drink. The bill came to $49. The food was delicious although did take about 15mins to arrive and a bit longer with the lamanchun. The portions could be bigger given the price. A reasonable, safe option for a Turkish meal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony B. 6 months ago on Google
    This was a pleasant surprise. Food was terrific. Group of 14 for Fathers day. We ordered quite randomly 2 dishes from every section of the menu, not a single dud amongst them and furthermore some absolute revelations (Beyti Kebab, Manti). BYO and great service from smiling staff. On nice days it's completely open to the wonderful hustle of this part of Enmore road, just down from the theatre. Also, inexpensive, we paid $300 for 14 people and that was with a generous tip, ticks all the boxes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Andreas L. 1 year ago on Google
    One of several restaurants we tried in Sydney to enjoy the phenomenal Turkish breakfast we got to love in Istanbul. Taste of Turkey is not bad, large portions, tea in traditional serving, coffee with some Turkish delight, cheeses and olives. But neither the scrambled eggs with Sujuk nor the Menemen were as good as in other places in Sydney. In particular the Menemen was way to watery. Almost felt like Hungarian lecho - lots of tomatoe and bell pepper (!) with a bit of scrambled egg. Otherwise the food was good, wide variety, large portion, prompt service. But there are better options in Newtown and Balmain.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Z M. 4 years ago on Google
    I cant even cope with how good this place is, our favourite place to go in Newtown. Traditional Turkish dishes and always next level tasty. Staff are really wonderful and we will keep coming back because of the service and taste!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 M K. 9 months ago on Google
    can get super busy and you might have to wait for a table, recommend booking in advance. pretty basic but okay breakfast, food, desert and shisha. very authentic turkish cuisine and not too pricey.

  • 5/5 Rodolfo Arturo Ramírez V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Excellent food (Original) Excelente food

  • 5/5 Con A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food.

  • 4/5 Mert K. 1 year ago on Google
    I think they have Sydneys best spinach cheese egg Pide! Their cig kofte was very nice also so much flavour loved it. Food A. Grade but they have to work on their customer service in store. Sleepy workers Will dine in one day for breakfast!

  • 5/5 Noor N. 1 year ago on Google
    I keep coming back to that place, The vibe is relaxing and the food is fresh and tasty they have variety of options in their menu. Also the stuff are really nice and the owner is such an amazing lady. I really enjoyed my time there. 😊

  • 5/5 Gülcan C. 4 years ago on Google
    We always go there for lunch or dinner, first time today we have been there for berakfast. Most efortable Turkish banquet in Sydney I guess. It still was well above our expectation and food was delicious.

  • 5/5 Danny L. 9 months ago on Google
    Had dinner here on rainy weekday. Food was delicious and service was quick. The space is a little cramped but overall a great venue for casual tasty meal.

  • 5/5 Mark N. I. 9 months ago on Google
    Went there last night 30 mins before they closed, ordered Cig Kōfte for a starter, Mixed Shish Kebab and Iskender Kebab for mains, and Baklava and Trilçee for dessets. All of them were perfect, which is a very rare thing to happen when a restaurant is about to close. I'm now excited and motivated to try all of their menu.

  • 5/5 Daniel B. 9 months ago on Google
    Incredible feed, ingredients were super fresh and lots of flavour. Healthy and good portions; prices were pretty fair. As a local, will be back for sure. Several good vegan options!

  • 5/5 Ramin A. 4 years ago on Google
    Unbelievable delicious food

  • 5/5 Franco R. 11 months ago on Google
    I absolutely love it. The food is delicious and worth the money. The staff were very friendly and the location is just right.

  • 4/5 Robert W. 6 months ago on Google
    Always smells good walking past so decided to give it a go. I went for the Iskender which was pretty good. It was one of the better (and what I'll call proper) Turkish Restaurants. Reasonably priced for a good amount of food. I wasn't blown away by the flavours but I did enjoy my meal. View of the road wasn't great 😂

  • 5/5 Zaza A. 7 months ago on Google
    Taste of Turkey in Sydney is an absolute delight. Delicious food, soothing shisha, and excellent service create a truly memorable dining experience. It's a wonderful spot to enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Gokcen A. 7 months ago on Google
    Another 10/10 evening. Was with 9 friends celebrating my birthday. The sultans feast banquet was amazing. Absolutely stuffed by the end of it, with delicious and great quality food, and the desserts were also Devine - with a special shout-out to the staff on that night who were always helping out and even gave me candles on a cake for my birthday!

  • 5/5 Onur B. 6 months ago on Google
    I rarely comment about a venue but i think this place deserves 5 stars. The food is unreal. The atmosphere is nice and the staff is friendly and welcoming

  • 5/5 S5 R. 3 months ago on Google New
    Staffs are really friendly. We came here most the of the time when we are craving for Turkish food. 🤤 Mixed platters are good options for portions of two. I would recommend to try those BBQ with meze (the sauce - not that spicy) but goes very well with the BBQ. 🍖 For dessert, a fresh kunefe is a must and should try with Turkish tea. 🫖

  • 5/5 Adrian W. 4 months ago on Google
    Simply the best Turkish food. Great taste, good portions, good service and good prices. Don't hesitate to book a table. No alcohol served, but you can Bring Your Own. A bottle shop is close by.

  • 5/5 Tash P. 4 months ago on Google
    We come for just desserts because they’re great. The kunefe is really tasty - cheesy, sweet and crunchy Baklava has real pistachios, it’s sweet, crispy and tender. They were pretty busy, so service was a little lacking. Had to ask twice for table water and got it when we were finished. But the staff are very friendly. So still happy to go again.

  • 5/5 Mr. A. 4 months ago on Google
    Visiting a Turkish restaurant in Sydney, such as Taste of Turkey in Newtown, is a delightful experience. The warm and inviting atmosphere, combined with the rich aromas of authentic Turkish cuisine, creates a memorable dining adventure. From succulent kebabs to flavorful mezze, each dish is a culinary journey that transports you to the vibrant streets of Turkey. The attentive staff further elevate the experience, ensuring that your visit is not just a meal but a celebration of Turkish hospitality.

  • 5/5 Maria S. 5 months ago on Google
    I ordered the vegetarian bowl which was fantastic...everything on that plate was delicious! So much food, I couldn't eat it all. We also shared a garlic pide which was divine. If you're after something quick and delicious then this is the place. Other patrons smoke may get blown your way, just so you're aware.

  • 5/5 Tazzie K. 3 months ago on Google New
    Delicious food. Nice atmosphere. Good custoner service. Near setup and very clean. Absolutely loved this place. ❤️

  • 4/5 Victor O. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice food nice vibes

  • 5/5 Ali C. 3 years ago on Google
    No words needed.

  • 5/5 Emir V. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, very close to the authentic Turkish cuisine, reasonable prices, great service. Highly recommended. It’s BYO so don’t forget to bring your wine.

  • 5/5 J. Francisco F. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and service. Reasonable prices. I’m definitely coming back.

  • 5/5 Ned P. 3 years ago on Google
    We have always enjoyed eating at Taste of Turkey enormously. The food is fresh, really tasty and well prepared. The staff are also friendly and accommodating, so its a pleasure to go there. On top of that the orices are really reasonable. NP

  • 5/5 Erkan B. 3 years ago on Google
    I’ve been taste of Turkey few times now . Really enjoyable tasty Cuisine with excellent service by staff . I’ll be definitely come back , thank you guys for great dining experience

  • 5/5 Yusuf Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food with great service, staff are prompt and friendly. Well priced. We asked for takeaway kunefe and it was prepared so we could take it home and do it hot in the oven. It was superb. Thank you. Definitely worth the drive from Wollongong.

  • 5/5 Murat H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food!

  • 1/5 David 3 years ago on Google
    Probably the worst and most expensive kebab I’ve ever had.

  • 5/5 Ghadi M. 3 years ago on Google
    Good food and lovely staff .

  • 5/5 Angus 'Gus' L. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful tucker will use again

  • 5/5 Alicia L. 4 years ago on Google
    So friendly and fast serving!

  • 5/5 Mani Baradaran H. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food try islander not everyone can do it right! And Turkish pide was awesome

  • 5/5 Shane H. 3 years ago on Google
    Always a great feed. Service is good and the food is fantastic.

  • 5/5 Nicola T. 4 years ago on Google
    Wow wow wow - my friends and I were beyond impressed by the quality and taste of the food!! Reasonable prices and very generous portions! Only negative was the food coming out at different times. We will definitely be back though!

  • 5/5 Tumenjargal B. 3 years ago on Google
    Good service and delicious meals I think I will come back again.

  • 4/5 Chris B. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful pide and freindly service

  • 5/5 Dana S. 3 years ago on Google
    I was craving some good iskender kabab the real Turkish way and it was on point! The lahmacun was also great with the thin crust ? Good service and friendly atmosphere. Will definitely go back again! Couldnt take photos as the food was devoured in seconds ?

  • 3/5 G M. 3 years ago on Google
    I hope if I come back for dinner the experience is better.

  • 5/5 Sevim D. 3 years ago on Google
    The mixed plate was amazing by far one of the most tastiest and moist meats i have eaten in a while

  • 4/5 Philippe D. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely and tasty food, but a tad disappointed with the Turkish coffee. Don't let that turn you away, eat the food!!!

  • 4/5 Barış Y. 4 years ago on Google
    Very good Turkish restaurant. Only minus from Lahmacun having too much tomato paste to compensate for the absence of Urfa pepper. Otherwise very good!

  • 5/5 Umit Tony T. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and great atmosphere! Keep up the good work guys.

  • 4/5 Eser U. 3 years ago on Google
    Good stone baked Turkish classics, rest is alright.

  • 1/5 Kate T. 3 years ago on Google
    Food was cold and took ages, wait staff in ugg boots and basically a really bad experience. Will definitely NOT go back

  • 1/5 Arash A. 3 years ago on Google
    I never had Turkish food as bad as this place, yaaaaaaaaaaak

  • 5/5 Doug H. 3 years ago on Google
    The spinach and cheese pide is pretty much perfect.

  • 5/5 R i. 4 years ago on Google
    The veggie mix plate and the spinach and cheese pide was delicious!

  • 5/5 Muhammad F. 3 years ago on Google
    Good quality food Amazing taste .

  • 5/5 Rasha A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and amazing service!

  • 5/5 Loane A. 3 years ago on Google
    Simply delicious good and great service

  • 5/5 Juan L. 3 years ago on Google
    I lived in Turkey for a year and was looking forward to finding a place like this one. Remember me to all the food that I tasted in Istanbul. Will come back for sure. The people working in there were also very nice.

  • 5/5 Katie P. 3 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and not expensive.

  • 5/5 Jason B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food and great service. Very clean establishment

  • 4/5 Nick H. 3 years ago on Google
    A slightly different take on breakfast. Nice food and service. Will go back again.

  • 5/5 Samer S. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing, a feel of turkey


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Salad bar
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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