Coffee Turco — Restaurant in Boston

Authentic Turkish cafe with great desserts and solid food.

When Coffee Turco first opened, it made a splash with its iconic Turkish breakfast feast. While the initial hype has cooled off, I never got around to trying the feast myself. Instead, I’ve occasionally stopped by for their Turkish desserts and sandwiches. The regular menu here doesn’t stray too far from typical breakfast diner offerings, but they used to add a Mediterranean twist with complimentary sides like olives, feta, tomatoes, and cucumbers. These little perks have since disappeared, but the food is still solid.

So far, I’ve tried their waffles, sandwiches, and the Turco omelet—none of which were anything to write home about. But there’s one dish that keeps me coming back: their Kaymak (Turkish clotted cream) paired with a sweet pastry like Baklava. The Kaymak isn’t officially on the menu, so it’s hit or miss whether they have it, but when they do, it’s the perfect way to end a meal.

The service here has always been great, but during my most recent visit, I was a bit thrown off by how the staff insisted on table service for everyone dining in, unless you were ordering to go. As someone who usually stops by for a quick bite, this caught me off guard—after all, it’s a “café,” not a full-service restaurant. Instead of the warm Turkish hospitality I’ve come to expect, it felt more like a calculated move to nudge dine-in customers toward tipping.

Still, if you’re craving an authentic Turkish coffee and dessert experience, it’s worth taking a shot—if only...

Tried Salep today! Soooo tasty! It’s like eggnog in my mind: very creamy and lots of cinnamon and such. It does have a bit of a gritty, vegetable-like texture which is interesting.

I also tried a few pieces of baklava and a chocolate croissant.

The place is quite crowded, and parking is also tricky as the road is busy and the two hour free parking is usually quite full.

I had to move chairs in to be able to use my walker to get inside, and the tables and chairs are quite low, so I sat on my walker-seat instead of the sprawling chairs, but that meant I stuck out a bit (literally into the walkway).

BUT that’s likely because the food is good. The place was bustling indeed.

I waited 15-20 min for my drink and food to come, but I noticed there were MANY tiny-cupped drinks before mine.

Staff were friendly. The atmosphere feels very homey.

The Salep was my favorite. I also loved the chocolate baklava. I didn’t like the pistachio roll or the croissant (it was a bit burned on the bottom).

This came to $16, which was more Than I expected. The baklava is $7, so I supposed the drink and croissant must have been...

Hidden gem for breakfast lovers!

My experience at Coffee Turco for a traditional Turkish breakfast was absolutely delightful. The variety of dishes presented was impressive! For me the highlight of the meal was Menemen and Soujuk(beef sausage) with cheese. Not to mention, the traditional Turkish tea served throughout the meal was a perfect accompaniment. We ordered tea pot size to have authentic look!

It is good enough for two people. The breakfast includes a plate of Soujuk (beef sausage) with eggs, a plate of Menemen eggs, feta cheese, kashkaval cheese, halloumi cheese, mozzarella cheese, black olives, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, halva, berries jam, nutella, honey with kaymak, simit (Turkish bagel), cheese pogača, sliced oranges and white bread.

Overall, our visit for a Turkish breakfast was exceptional. The friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, and incredible flavors made it an experience we won't soon forget. Whether you're a local looking for an authentic breakfast or a tourist eager to explore Turkish cuisine, I highly recommend giving this...