Arda Turkish Cuisine

Ph: (03) 9530 0193; 619 Glen Huntly Rd, Caulfield South 3162

turkish, $
Open Tue-sun noon-10pm; Licensed, BYO, Corkage $4 bottle; MC V EFT

Mietta's Review
It looks like a modern cafe - white and stainless steel but its soul is traditionally Turkish. It's a family affair, dad on the grill, mum does salads and breads, while thier son manages the floor. The food is as it should be, well-cooked Turkish meats with tempting vegetable side plates. A great, bargai priced, addition to this food strip.

Other published opinions

The Age Cheap Eats 2008 "The very soul of Turkey infuses the carefully concocted classics at this family-run treasure"

The Age Cheap Eats 2007 "Got an ardour for Turkish delights? Then a visit to these burgundycharcoal climes is a great way to make your belly dance (in a good way). The journey begins with zesty numbers like patlican kizartmasi, smokily baked eggplant with yoghurt and tomato salsa; and mucver, a lightly crumbed zucchini and carrot fritter (its name appropriately translates as yum')."

The Age Cheap Eats 2006 The shiny steel and polished wood surfaces at this family-run cafe may be all about Caulfield, but the old-style Turkish food is pure Coburg.

The Age Cheap Eats 2005 "The decor is slick and the kitchen is gleaming stainless steel but the food is traditional Turkish."

The Age Epicure, Off the beaten track, Matt Preston Nov 9, 2004. "Mum is in the kitchen and drives the menu. Dad works the grill and Son runs the floor with the skill of an old hand. They all used to work with family at Coburg's Pinarbasi; three months ago they struck out on their own." Entrees $4-$5; mains $11-$16; desserts $2.50-$4.