NEV Turkish Cuisine - Authentic Turkish Restaurant — Restaurant in Waterloo

First impressions of the interior- you get the Turkish vibe and it was inviting. Great patio with full sun but offers shade awning.

Walk-in dinning with no reservation - we were greeted quickly. Server gave plenty of time to review the menu. Plenty of options for all people with all sort of dietary restrictions.

Server came by with complimentary home made fire oven baked bread and dips for the bread (I would have been happy just eating this because it was so good) also we ordered a side of hummus. They should also sell their bread as it was very tasty. I wanted to bring some home.

Main - We ordered the creamy chicken sauté ( which was amazing and full of flavour… highly recommend), and seconded order was beef shish kebab with flatbread, roasted peppers, onions and salad which was also good. Only complaint with that we wished the beef and chicken had slightly bigger cubes pieces.

Manager came by at the end of the meal to check-in, which was a nice touch and we had good conversation. He also came by at the end of the meal with tea and desert. My only complaint was the main server. Although he was nice he did speak much. Which for me adds to the experience of the restaurant when going out to dine. The manager made up for the experience side of things with making conversation and proving complimentary desert which was a great surprise. Very nice man!

We will definitely be going back for sure. If this wasn’t 40 minutes from my home town I would be eating here...

Incredible traditional Turkish restaurant.

Compliments to our friend and server Gio who take his time to explain their traditional food and giving us great suggestion for food.

Turkish coffee was a great experience reminding and bringing us memories of our culture when we had to drink just this coffee with our parents and friends.

Dolama Katmer, a pastry with crushed Pistachio pie was the piece of resistance who pushed us to landmark this restaurant in our hearts.

As well the owner was very kind to come to our table to make sure we had everything we need.

The chef and her beautiful oven lit us our excellent experience with amazing surrounding design of restaurant, tables and chairs.

Gio with his passion and knowledge made us a real Turkish food lovers.

In our culture its an expression saying " People are blessing the place and food " which came so strong in our thoughts today.

THANK YOU, THANK...

Dinner at NEV Turkish Cuisine feels like being welcomed into a Turkish home. Before you even order, warm Turkish bread arrives with creamy haydari and beet ezme: fresh, tangy, and made with love.

We kicked things off with Ayran, salty and refreshing, and fresh lemonade that was bright and zesty. The pomegranate juice added a soft, fruity note that balanced the meal beautifully.

The Red Lentil Soup was a silky bowl of comfort, followed by Icli Kofte: golden, crispy shells with spiced beef, walnuts, and herbs inside. Rich and satisfying.

Then came the star: the Mix Kebab Combo. Adana kebab, chicken Adana, grilled chicken, lamb chops, beef doner, rice, bulgur, and BBQ veggies. Generous, bold, and ideal for sharing. We also tried the Chicken Beyti, lavash-wrapped minced chicken with yogurt; tender and packed with flavour.

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