Dervish Turkish Restaurant Wayne — Restaurant in Wayne

At the restaurant we visited in Wayne, NJ, we had a delicious Iskender Kebab. The meat doner was incredibly tasty, and the cubed pita bread beneath it was perfectly cooked in a flavorful sauce. It was light, juicy, and a joy to eat. The butter drizzled over it was probably homemade, as it didn’t upset our stomachs at all. The amount of sauce and butter was just right creating a perfect balance with the döner. It was one of the best Iskender Kebab experiences I’ve had, and the yogurt served on the side tasted like homemade yogurt, though I didn’t ask if it was. But the taste really made me think it was homemade.

I’ve never had such a delicious and satisfying Iskender Kebab in the U.S. before. Yes, I finished it all :) And on top of that, we had a wonderful katmer dessert with ice cream. The katmer was generously filled with pistachios, but despite the rich pistachio flavor, it didn’t leave any bitterness or heaviness in the mouth. I believe the reason for this was the use of high quality clotted cream (kaymak), which was delicious and helped balance out the richness of the pistachios. After having katmer, we didn’t feel any heaviness in our stomachs at all.

One of the things I love most about Turkish culture is the complimentary freshly brewed black tea after a quality dessert.

The service was very attentive, and the staff were dedicated and warm hearted. No matter how delicious the food is, the service and communication of the staff have a huge impact on whether a restaurant is worth returning to. For me, Dervish Restaurant is of high quality in terms of both food and service, and it’s definitely worth visiting again.

The prices were very reasonable for such a tasty food experience, and I hope they maintain this price-performance balance. The restaurant is well decorated but more importantly, it was clean.

Next time, we’ll try different dishes, as there are some highly praised items on the menu. My recommendation to anyone reading this review; if you want to experience delicious Turkish cuisine, grab your drink and give this place a try. We didn’t know the restaurant was BYOB until we learned about it from the friendly...

If you’re seeking an authentic Turkish dining experience in Wayne, NJ, Dervish Turkish Restaurant is a culinary gem that brings the rich flavors of Turkey to your table

🍽️ Culinary Delights

Dervish’s menu is a testament to traditional Turkish cuisine, offering a variety of dishes that cater to diverse palates: • Döner Kebab (Turkish Gyro): A savory combination of ground lamb and beef, cooked on a rotating spit, thinly sliced, and served with rice and vegetables. • Iskender Kebab: Succulent döner kebab served over pan-sautéed pita bread, topped with fresh tomato sauce and accompanied by yogurt. • Lamb Shish Kebab: Char-grilled cubes of lamb, seasoned to perfection, served with rice and vegetables. • Manti (Turkish Homemade Ravioli): Delicate poached beef dumplings served with a garlic yogurt sauce, topped with Turkish herbs.

Vegetarian options like the Okra (Bamya), featuring baby okras sautéed in tomato sauce and served with rice, ensure that there’s something for everyone.

🥗 Appetizers & Sides

Begin your meal with a selection of cold appetizers:  • Hummus: Mashed chickpeas blended with tahini and seasoned with garlic.

• Babaghannoush: Char-grilled smoked eggplant puree flavored with tahini, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. • Stuffed Grape Leaves: Grape leaves stuffed with rice, currants, onion, and pine nuts.

For those who enjoy a variety, the Cold Appetizers Platter offers a mixture of these delightful starters.

Dervish provides a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for both casual lunches and relaxed dinners. The attentive service ensures a pleasant dining experience, making guests feel welcome.

Whether you’re a connoisseur of Turkish cuisine or new to its flavors, Dervish Turkish Restaurant in Wayne offers an authentic and satisfying...

WOW!!! I mean, I've heard people rave about the Dervish restaurants, But c'mon!! So my daughter was visiting from NY and we decided to have dinner at Dervish Wayne, in NJ. I didn't think of calling for a reservation, also it's the holy month of Ramadan, but that was on me. We'll when we get there the gentlemen at the desk asks if I had a reservation my jaw dropped because it completely slipped my mind, I said no I didn't think to call n reserve, I know it's Ramadan, he said we are fully booked, but wait one minute don't leave, I expected him to say sorry no availability. But he came back with a big smile and said please follow me. Yay!!!, 2 minutes after we sat down, someone came over brought us water, Bread, and told us the waiter will be with you in a couple of minutes. As he walked away, waiter arrived at our table. We ordered appetizers and our main course. 10 minutes later our appetizers came. And by the way by this time every table had people sitting and waiting to break fast. The Lahmajoun and lentil soup were AMAZING!!, the waiter came by a few times during the meal and time before our main course came. Very attentive and always with such a pleasant smile. I should mention there were 2 waiters, Both always with a smile and so sweet. I do have to say both were very handsome 😍. The main course came. I had the filet bronzino and my daughter had the Lamb Kabob, I am very impressed!! Everything was impeccable!! Thank you to the Dervish staff!! You all are ROCK STARS!! happy last day of Ramazan 3/29/2025. You are my new favorite...