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Caroline Shearer
4 days ago
We were visiting town and absolutely loved breakfast here. Our sever Lisa was great and we would come back again in a heartbeat. The menengic coffee came with a piece of Turkish delight and was delicious. I love that it was naturally caffeine free. The blue Matcha latte was exquisite and had a hint of lavender. We would recommend the menemen for breakfast since the crushed tomatoes with the sesame bread made the dish light and refreshing. Of course the grape leaves were delicious and we got the sucuk pide to share (pictured). Sausage was perfectly seasoned.
What a wonderful find! I was visiting from another state and decided to try this restaurant based on a recommendation I found on Google Maps. I enjoyed it so much that I returned a second time during my trip!
The food was excellent, and the friendly, welcoming staff made both visits a pleasure. The restaurant was absolutely spotless, with beautiful décor that created a warm, inviting atmosphere. You could really see the care and pride put into the space.
I especially loved the Turkish tea offered at the end of my meal—a thoughtful touch that made the experience feel even more special. With delicious food, lovely décor, and warm hospitality, this restaurant is well worth a visit. I highly recommend it and look forward to returning whenever I’m back in town!
I’ve been to many a Mediterranean restaurant, and let me tell you, this place is excellent. Everything is authentic and made in house. Their kofte reminded me of some that I literally ate in Türkiye years ago. I would even go back just for the tzatziki, it was that good. My compliments go out to the chef and to Hannah’s hospitality and service. She even brought us delicious bread and olive oil upon request🙏!
This spot is pricey but very worth it. Don’t miss out if you’re in the area!
Nice place! We ordered lahmacun. They were authentic which was great. Our Adana kebabs were anything but. I did not enjoy Ali Nazi! I love Adana kebap. But this was flavorless and dry. The whole dish was blah!
I have had balloon breads in the past, this one looked the part but …..
Our waitress was not attentive at all. I asked for extra napkins but in the end I had to get up and go to coffee counter to ask again. The guy at the coffee counter was terribly somber and almost dismissed me pointing where I get napkins. Me, the paying customer.
The Whole experience was expensive too. Rather not good value!
Would I go back? Sure! I will order lahmacun and a drink!
That is all!
Anatolia Café & Cuisine was such a beautiful experience! This was my first time trying Turkish coffee and cuisine, and as a foodie, I was truly impressed. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere made me feel like I had stepped into an authentic Turkish café without ever leaving Charlotte.
The food was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The Turkish coffee experience was especially memorable and made the visit feel even more special.
Our server, Lisa, was wonderful — warm, attentive, welcoming, and she made my first experience there even better. Excellent service makes such a difference, and she truly added to the experience.
This was more than just going out to eat; it felt like a little cultural escape. Anatolia Café & Cuisine is definitely a place I will be returning to and recommending to others. If you love trying new foods, beautiful experiences, and great service, this is absolutely worth a visit. ☕✨🇹🇷
A true hidden gem in Charlotte!