![]() ![]() The original El Turco in Miami earned a Michelin star rating after just 15 months of opening. #Lilypond long repeats full#The evening was full of delicious flavors and condiments that our servers eagerly offered, so we asked, “What’s the deal?” Oh, and if you’re in the mood for a specialty cocktail or just appreciate some sexy lighting, the flat bar is another option for a pleasant date night, business chat, or one-on-one with a welcoming bartender. Even the Turkish tea in the curved glass was satisfying. The grilled octopus is a must try next time. ![]() There’s more on the menu: seasonal salads boasting fresh feta, steak tomatoes, arugula and persian cucumbers. Who could leave without trying baklava with its flaky, buttery phyllo sheets and candied nuts and syrups. I usually don’t care for rice pudding, but dairy (oven rice pudding with crushed walnuts) was good. ![]() The prawn casserole offered another flavor boost with herbs, butter and yes, more garlic (!) – the dish was very tasty but not overpowering.Īt least we managed to fit in dessert. My guest and I happily mopped up the hummus meze plates, cacik (garlic yogurt) and beans (fresh green beans in olive oil) with warm, homemade pita bread. With the selection of starters, it was hard to keep room for that branzino on the horizon. roasted beetroot hummus with lemon, coriander garlic and cumin is as tasty as it is photogenic vegetarian red lentil balls seasoned with spices and served with salad leaves were devoured quickly the Circassian Chicken Salad, made with organic shredded chicken mixed with a walnut, garlic and red pepper sauce, was a delicious surprise.Īs was the roasted eggplant, green pepper and tomato dish/casserole, the citrusy baba ganoush drenched in smoked eggplant with tahini was a memorable favorite. Leading up to mains like branzino, grilled lamb and traditional Turkish mixed kebabs (the mayor’s choice of wali kebabs) is a collection of mezs (small dishes/snacks) that are a meal in themselves: creamy. We often see branzino on menus, but El Turco’s grilled whole branzino from Turkey was one of the juiciest, fullest, and most satisfying branzino dishes we’ve ever tasted.īut I’m getting ahead of myself. The restaurant offers a culinary experience and culinary journey featuring high-quality meats, fine imported spices and local, seasonal ingredients with authentic dishes based on classic Turkish recipes from the Aegean and Anatolian regions of Turkey.Įl Turco’s food is not only delicious and beautifully presented, it is made fresh every week from regional, authentic Turkish markets, as well as imported from the Mediterranean. and delicious, authentic Turkish cuisine. Only open since July and located at the top of Three Mile Harbor Road just north of North Main Street (not far north of Nick and Tony’s), El Turco is making waves on the East End restaurant scene for its welcoming atmosphere, impeccable service. Tired of lobster rolls, fish tacos, and fried chicken? Do you want delicious Mediterranean cuisine that isn’t rushed or overlooked, but where you’re treated like family and long-lost royalty? Here comes El Turco in East Hampton. If you’ve spent any time in the Hamptons, you know that there are limited options when it comes to ethnic food. ![]()
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