Highest Rated Turkish and Mediterranean Cuisine in Riverhead, New York
Food was decent although plates more like a food truck than a dine in restaurant. Great lamb chops. Too much sauce and salt on some other dishes.Ambience not great – bees outside, food on the patio bricks, dogs lying about. Inside quite tight, did not turn on the ac (79 degrees at our table), flies, even a small lizard on the floor near our table.Waitress was very kind though, just can’t help the tight and somewhat grimy interior.Probably should do take out and avoid food that is too saucy.
Today was our first time at Tukuaz Grill. I was here many years ago but after seeing it on News 12 East End, that sparked my interest.We ordered the humus and the babaganoush appetizers. I have no pictures but I will say we devoured them quickly! They were both tasty and excellent. We just needed to ask for more pita.For lunch we had the lamb kebab, Doner platter and the Falafel.Here’s my take on the food. The portions are all very nice and came out hot. My wife enjoyed her Falafel and m my daughter in law enjoyed her Doner platter. My Kebab was 8 pieces of lamb but I thought that the seasoning was kind of bland. I was expecting that string lamb flavor like when you are biting into a nice Lamb Gyro at the diner! Again, it wasn’t bad, I just didn’t get that “wow” of flavor that I was expecting from the Lamb. I think the meat was missing a little char to it as well. I also tasted the meat from the Doner platter and felt the same about the seasoning. My daughter in law said it was delicious so maybe it’s just me….. who knows, Covid again? I hood not LOL!I will go back but then I will go for the Lamb Gyro.
The fact that I’m taking the time to write a review just means I’m annoyed. The outdoors seating and setup is beautiful..no doubt. I went with my mom and we were seated at this small round table outdoors. I just got over a back injury and sat on a folding chair. After a while I asked if we could move to a picnic table right next to us as my back was bothering me and the sun was beaming in my mom’s eyes. Rudely the waitress said no, dinner is being served soon. I didn’t see a problem as there were other picnic tables that had 2 people sitting together and 4 tables were empty. The waitress said I could sit next to another couple at their table. Wth? Anyway, the food looks amazing but was bland except for the lamb gyro my mom had which was very tasty. After dropping 100+ on a bill and not being able to be comfortable I will never go back there. When we were leaving there were 8 open picnic tables. Poor management on their part. Also, when the bill came there was a 3% charged already calculated in for a credit card yet they did not know whether I was going to pay cash or not.
If you want to try something different and delicious, go to this restaurant. We ordered the lamb, lemon soup, Turkish cigars which I failed with feta cheese. Of course had the baklava, delicious. Service was fantastic. Right across the street from the water in Riverhead. Can’t wait to go back.
This was one of the best meals I’ve ever had. I’m blown away! Thank you so much for this special food, worth every penny and more. Also, I ordered pickup, but I could already tell how extremely nice and attentive all of the staff were. Amazing place!
Got the cigar appetizer and the gyro with fries. Both were delicious. The shepherd salad was good, but a bit on the bland side. Needed salt to improve the flavor. The service is amazing. The food comes out quickly. The servers are always nearby and are very on top of things. Friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The atmosphere is lovely. Casual outdoor area near the river.Tasty food, great service and a relaxing outdoor atmosphere.
If you’re out east looking to try Turkish food this is a great spot I would recommend.
This little spot near the water is so cute and wonderful! The outdoor seating and view are beautiful.The food was equally as beautiful! The meat was so juicy and delicious. I wish I had taken a picture of my plate. It was wiped clean!
This place is such a hidden gem ????. The location is quite charming and the service is very good. The food was so good and authentic. We will definitely be returning!
such a pleasant experience. Food was delicious, excellent service. We had the Beyti special
Amazing Authentic Mediterranean Food! This is a place we choose when we want to have something “healthy”. The plates have the intention and flavor it deserves. I’ve had Chicken & Lamb Adana, Red Lentil Soup, and more. Highly Recommend ????????
Turkuaz was such a delight on a cold fall night. First of all, the restaurant is near the water so there’s that. When you walk in, you’re greeted by this friendly lady. She seated us. I had the doner kebab and it was so good. It was tender and the salad it came was was super delicious and refreshing. I’m not big on beets but their side beet salad was good too. I ordered fries which were seasoned to perfection. The Baba Ganoush was excellent and the pita was fresh when it came out first thing. For dessert we had the custard and knafeh which were also yummy. Service was excellent and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. Thank you for an amazing experience 🙂
Really good Turkish food. Started off with the tea which was great and of course the lentil soup which was really good too. Highly recommend asking for lemon to squeeze in the soup – it takes it to the next level! We shared the spinach pie which was very tasty and then my husband got the chicken shish kabob plate and I got the iskender with doner. Husband loved his chicken and I really enjoyed the iskender. It was one of my favorite dishes when I lived in Turkey so I was glad to get to have it again. I do wish the pita was more toasted so it didn’t get so soggy, but it was still great. The ambiance of the restaurant was nice, service was friendly, and the prices were reasonable. Highly recommend this place!
What a great experience and awesome atmosphere especially the hospitality. The hole staff was amazing. The food speaks for itself. Mustafa was our waiter and his attitude was very welcoming. The area is filled with happiness. The location is by the water. It’s in the cut but a very spacious place. I loved everything about it and will definitely be returning. Thank you all for the amazing attention. Our family enjoyed every little bit of our time there. See you soon. This is a diamond in the rough spot.
Mediterranean restaurant with nice water view.Recommendation: fried liver, lamb chop, and donor kabab.Their highlight is the grill. I like the outdoor seating. It is not hot and you can enjoy the water view as well as the breeze. The only problem is that when the wind blows to the wrong direction, I am inside the smoke LOLThey have many options for meat/type of grill. Service is fantastic. The waiter is amazing. He greeted us with friendly smile and offer us suggestions with enthusiasm. Highly recommend if visit places near Riverhead.
Great spot by the river walk. Very cozy outdoor area. Staff are friendly. Food is great. The beet salad is surprisingly delicious.
A nice outdoor dining experience with ample space between each table that can easily seat 6 people comfortably while dining inside is a bit more cozy. We were able to immediately order drinks and appetizers while the entrees were served within an acceptable timeframe. The pita and hummus is highly suggested for a tasty appetizer for 1-2 people. My only complaint is that the mixed grill combo platter (my all-time favorite dish) was taken off the menu 🙁 . However, having gone to this restaurant a number of times we have never had a bad experience and would recommend it to anyone with a taste for Mediterranean dishes.
This place was super cute and had a great atmosphere being by the river with the outdoor seating and lights. And on top of that the food was Amazing. The combo gyro and chicken plate was delicious and I didn’t have any to take home, and the portions were huge too. 10/10, we definitely want to come back and would recommend
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Our Story
Owner Mustafa Gulsen, who grew up in Turkey, discussed the five most popular items on the Turkuaz menu, and lamb is clearly the name of the game.
For fans of Mediterranean cuisine, Turkuaz Grill is an easy pick. The family-run restaurant offers up authentic Turkish dishes in a casual setting on the waterfront in Riverhead, NY.
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Opening Hours
Monday: 12.00 pm-09.00 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 12.00 pm-09.00 pm
Thursday: 12.00 pm-09.00 pm
Friday: 12.00 pm-09.00 pm
Saturday: 12.00 pm-09.00 pm
Sunday: 12.00 pm-09.00 pm
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