Tuckerbox

4.6
1573 reviews

About

Turkish RestaurantCoffee ShopMiddle Eastern RestaurantMediterranean RestaurantBreakfast RestaurantBakery
Tuckerbox has been owned and operated by Jackie and Vural Oktay of White River Junction since November 2013. Jackie, Vural, and Hasan (Vural's brother) Oktay also own and operate Istanbul Kebab House in Essex Junction, VT since May 2012. Vural and Hasan were born and raised in Istanbul Turkey; Jackie was born and raised in Jay, Vermont. This hard working team is excited to bring authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine to the Upper Valley with their full dinner service which has now started. Jackie & Vural have been in love with the Tuckerbox since they moved to White River 3 years ago, when the chance came up to own the restaurant they jumped on it. What they love most about the Tuckerbox is the real community feeling and energy inside and the fact that Tuckerbox is a gatherplace for locals to drink great coffee and espresso, eat great food, be together with one another.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

Tuckerbox
1 S Main St, White River Junction, VT
05001, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.6
1,451 reviews
5 stars
1,094
4 stars
232
3 stars
60
2 stars
28
1 star
37

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Many customers praised the delicious and authentic Turkish food, highlighting specific dishes like kebabs, meze platters, and desserts.

Service

The staff received numerous compliments for being friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, contributing positively to the dining experience.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's decor and ambiance were frequently noted as warm and inviting, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Portion Sizes

Several reviews mentioned that portion sizes were small relative to the price, leading to some dissatisfaction among customers.

Reservations and Wait Times

Customers advised making reservations due to the restaurant's popularity, with some noting long wait times during busy periods.
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    Anita Dugan-Moore
    3 days ago
    4.0
    We stopped in here on a whim for lunch and I am glad we did. The hostess asked if we had reservations (we did not), apparently that is a good idea because they are normally much busier at 1pm when we arrived, but she was easily able to seat my husband and I. Honestly, I was hoping to have a soup of some type but there was none available on the menu so I opted for the chicken salad Sandwich (didn't seem a very Turkish fare), but it was good...although the Sandwich needed more chicken salad to offset the thick Texas toast; there really was very little on the Sandwich. My husband had their PLT, a sandwich that had more substance to it (there was more bacon on it than there was chicken on my sandwich)...but again, both sandwiches tasted good. To drink we tried a couple of their cocktails and while tasty and unique they were very speedy, $16 is far too much to charge for them...the price definitely prevented me from having another, and when we go back to have dinner...we probably will skip drinks (not worth $32 for two people.) Don't get me wrong, we aren't cheap people, we just want a good value...the drinks aren't that. Our server was great! He was friendly, helpful, and there when we needed him. Couldn't have asked for more from him. We did also have a hot appetizer. I forget the name of it now, it was $9 for 2, deep fried rolls (like egg rolls of a sort but with Philly dough and filled differently), these were very good...I could have eaten several, I wish I remembered what they were, but they are last on the list of hot appetizers so you can find them.
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    Cenk Künhan
    Jan 3, 2026
    5.0
    I had the VT striploin at this Turkish restaurant in Vermont and it was absolutely delicious — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and well presented. The sides were fresh and complemented the steak really well. I also want to give special thanks to our server, Ege, who is Turkish. He was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and very descriptive when explaining the menu, which made the experience even better. His friendly attitude and attention to detail truly stood out. Great food and excellent service — I would definitely recommend this place and look forward to coming back!
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    Allegra Passacantilli
    Jan 2, 2026
    2.0
    We were really excited to eat Turkish food since we had eaten it many times in the past and have a lot of Turkish friends. I ordered the tenderloin kebab medium rare and we were disappointed when we received meat that smelled bad. When I cut it in the middle it was dark! It was obvious that the meat was not fresh because of the smell. We were disappointed especially for the price. The waiters were really nice to change my dish and did not complain. The other dish I ordered was good! We are probably not going to go back though.
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    Timothy Weinstein
    Dec 28, 2025
    2.0
    The restaurant is grossly overpriced. I would say that every meal is $5 more than it should be. I ordered a spiced chicken wrap. For $14 + tax + tip + credit card fee, I got a small sandwich that left me hungry. They even didn't put any accompaniment like a few pita chips on the plate. My partner had a mezza platter for 4 (it was barely enough for one) and a soup. After tax, tip and fees, it came to $35! For these prices, one expects to leave satisfied. Unfortunately, that didn't happen! I can confidently say that I ate there 2x (my first and my last).
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    sıla horoz
    Dec 13, 2025
    5.0
    Hello everyone, yesterday I went to Tuckerbox restaurant with my esteemed guests, and I wanted to share my experience with you. First of all, as a Turk, finding a Turkish restaurant in such a small city was very exciting for me. The atmosphere, authenticity, and aesthetic appearance I encountered when I entered reminded me of Cappadocia architecture. With my guests, we first ordered appetizers. We tried stuffed grape leaves, various mezes, and hot pastries. For the main course, we chose various kebabs and wine/cocktails. I tried the Beyti kebab; the portion was quite large, and most importantly, it was very delicious. We finished with complimentary baklava, and it felt like I was back in Turkey. After the meal, I met the restaurant owner, Mr. Vural, and saw how things are run behind the scenes, and that all the spices, dry goods, and deli products come from Turkey. Quality is not a coincidence; I would like to thank Mr. Vural and his team very much for hosting my guests and me so wonderfully. You should definitely visit if you have the chance!

Frequently Asked Questions About Tuckerbox

Does Tuckerbox accept reservations?

Yes, Tuckerbox accepts reservations which can be made online via their reservation system.

What types of meals are served at Tuckerbox?

Tuckerbox serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, offering a variety of authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine.