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Turkuaz Restaurant, New York, NY
Turkuaz Restaurant, New York, NY
Turkuaz Restaurant, New York, NY
Turkuaz Restaurant, New York, NY
Turkuaz Restaurant, New York, NY

Turkuaz Restaurant

4.6
4.6
366 Reviews
$30 and under
Turkish
310 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
10:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Turkuaz takes its name from the turquoise colored sea in Turkey and Mediterranean and brings both a culinary experience and an ethnic one to NYC. We started twenty years ago, in the Upper West Side and moved to Midtown West in 2019. Our food is healthy and flavorful, with a lot of Turkish and Eastern Mediterranean delicacies, our service is friendly and professional and our atmosphere is romantic and transporting. Our location is ideal for theater crowd and tourists. Whether you are on your own and are looking for a quick bite, or you want to spend time with your sweetheart or friends, you will have a great time at Turkuaz. If you are one of our previous patrons, please come and check us out at our new locations. If we have never met, try us out, we have been in this business long and strong and have built a good brand. Enjoy!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Turkish, Mediterranean, Halal
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We have 20 years of experience in the corporate and residential catering business. The richness of the menu makes it available to create a colorful and delicious presentation. Chafing dishes and stereos, silverware and plates are also available to be ordered for finer catering orders.
  • Private party facilities
    Our team is experienced and we have hosted many small and medium sized private parties. Our lower level can accommodate private events of up to 40 guests and the Cave Room downstairs can accommodate 14 guests. Ideal for business meetings, birthday parties, book club meetings.
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Cross street
    53rd Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues
  • Parking details
    None
  • Entertainment
    We have live oud and guitar music on Mondays between 6-8pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 366 people are saying

Turkuaz Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Turkuaz Restaurant boasts "delicious food" and "excellent service" with a cozy and "quiet ambience." Its authentic Turkish cuisine receives praise for dishes like lahmacun, manti, and kunefe. Despite occasional service challenges, the "helpful and kind staff" shine in a beautifully decorated space. Perfect for a special meal or theater district visit.
366 Reviews
  1. CHARLENE

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have never been disappointed. Comfortable restaurant with delicious food and pleasant staff.

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  2. David

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfortunately this restaurant has deteriorated. I was here just over 6 weeks ago and the experience was excellent. I returned for a family celebration only to be so disappointed and embarrassed by suggesting the restaurant. The service was attentive, but terrible- server spilled wine with each pour. The food was below mediocre- salad was terrible, food quality poor. This restaurant went from a high-4 to a minus-1 Not sure how they could mess up so much Don’t waste your money

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  3. Shelly

    New York City56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We enjoyed our dinner. The zucchini pancakes were quite good. Just wish there was something other than some yogurt to accompany the dish. The eggplant salad was tasty. The mixed grill was plenty for 2 people. Nice combination of lamb, beef and chicken. Service was a bit of a challenge...at times we felt forgotten...and it wasn't that busy. But I would try another time as the food was very good.

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  4. Robert

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious. Lighting not bright, it was perfect! Nice and quiet. I could have a conversation with my dinner partner. Service was very good.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at a Turkish Restaurant. Lovely staff

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  6. Judy

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the first time I ever had kunefe & it was delicious! We enjoyed out appetizer & entrees as well.

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  7. John

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food at reasonable prices, including the wine list Service was impeccable in a great atmosphere. Highly rated and my wife and I would definitely go back again. 

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  8. Jeremy

    Naples52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Excellent lahmacun and Manti.

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  9. Glenorchy

    New York City46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always enjoy the well prepared and delicious food at this welcoming and quiet restaurant.

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  10. Veena

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and ambience were excellent - great place for a group dinner

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FAQs

Turkuaz Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Turkuaz Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 265-5500.

Turkuaz Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 366 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
10:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Turkuaz Restaurant

310 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

  • Cross street
    53rd Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Turkish, Mediterranean, Halal
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We have live oud and guitar music on Mondays between 6-8pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We have 20 years of experience in the corporate and residential catering business. The richness of the menu makes it available to create a colorful and delicious presentation. Chafing dishes and stereos, silverware and plates are also available to be ordered for finer catering orders.
  • Private party facilities
    Our team is experienced and we have hosted many small and medium sized private parties. Our lower level can accommodate private events of up to 40 guests and the Cave Room downstairs can accommodate 14 guests. Ideal for business meetings, birthday parties, book club meetings.
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