I must say that for over half a century, I have known this place physically; they have changed locations, but I have visited it many times over the last 20 years. They mastered how to cook lamb unlike any other. Their secret is using the lamb from the central Turkiye, where the taste is superb. I had lunch again, including meat, but it was perfect as usual. They had raw onions served on the side, but it was bitter. I told them they could search for a sweet onion if they wanted. A young man who is one-third my age began to lecture me that they can not taste each onion to see which one is sweet and which is not. I smiled and walked. If this young man is from the family, this establishment may...
Read moreThis place was recommended to by some locals as a great place to give fırın kebabı a try. The meat is incredibly tender. The only issue with this is that Fırın kebabı isn't really all that good. The main thing that people brag about when they talk about Fırın kebabı is how pure it is, as in they add nothing to it. Personally, that seems like a bad thing. Meat should be spiced, and a little more complexity would be welcome. But this being a traditional dish, you've got to stick to tradition and this restaurant is a great place to give this traditional dish a try. Prices for this dish are steep everywhere,...
Read moreWas getting an overnight Train from Konya and wanted somewhere to sample typical local food…this place popped up and it was the best decision we made that day!! Tender Lamb, with bread, salad and an assortment of garnishes…they’ve been cooking the lamb this way here since 1907!! Really traditional place with a traditional oven as you enter and a charming tardís like restaurant downstairs with quick and friendly service and...
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