Beverages Menu
Cold Drink
Hot Drink
Lunch Menu
Soups
From Garden

Istanbul Salad
Bulgur with turnip, pomegranate, herbs, pomegranate molasses, tomato, cucumber, and salty cashews$16.95
Spinach Salad
Lettuce, cilantro sauce, Parmesan, and orange segments$15.95
Kale Salad with Pumpkin
Marinated kale, roasted pumpkin, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, olive oil, and pomegranate molasses$15.95
Bowl Salad
Seasonal mixed organic greens, avocado, red cabbage, cherry tomato, cucumber, crispy chickpeas. Served with oven-baked sour garlic sauce$15.95
Starters

Humus with Pastrami
Hummus, tomatoes, pickled cucumbers, and red pepper oil$13.95
Nazuktan
Roasted vegetables (eggplant, peppers, onion, garlic) with yogurt blend, puffed wheat, and red pepper sauce$13.95
Dry Smoked Tzatziki
Smoked yogurt blended with cucumber, dill, chives, mint, herb oil, and dried cranberries$12.95
Pumpkin Sinkonta
Roasted pumpkin with yogurt, chili oil, pumpkin seeds, and crispy phyllo dough$12.95
Shakshouka
Fried eggplants, potatoes and peppers with tomato sauce, parsley and yogurt$15.95
Zucchini Beauty
Baby zucchini with a green coriander sauce, citrus-cured orange segments, toasted almonds, mint, dill, and green herb oil (chef's specials)$14.95
Mixed Cold Starter Plate
Combination of Muhammara, Pumpkin Sinkonta, Dry Smoked Tzatziki, Hummus and Cretan dip$28.95Muhammara
Rosted red bell pepper, garlic, tomato and pepper paste, walnut and pomegranate molasses.$13.95
Appetizers

Fried Calamari
Fried calamari served with sumac tarator dip, lemon-pepper seasoning, and lime$18.95
Crispy Turkish Dumplings
Crispy Turkish dumplings (Meat) served with yogurt, tomato sauce, and red butter$14.95
Arancini
Four pieces of crispy rice balls, smoked cucumber yogurt, green herb oil, and pecorino cheese$14.95
Crispy Octopus
Octopus, arugula pesto, lemon and bean puree serve with organic mixed green$20.95
Butter Brown Shrimp
Shrimp sautéed with green and red peppers, cherry tomatoes, thyme, and roasted shallots in brown butter$18.95
Crispy Veal Liver
Crispy veal liver served with focaccia crisps and onion salad$19.95
Main Entrées

Anatolian Tapas
Smoked rib, crispy fish sticks, chicken, three piece traditional lavash, spicy pesto, lettuce, red cabbage, caramelized onion, with fresh thyme$17.95
Shredded Rib Wrap
Shredded rib, traditional lavash, cocktail sauce, sun-dried tomato, caramelized onion, and lettuce$17.95
Shredded Chicken Wrap
Shredded chicken, traditional lavash, cocktail sauce, sun-dried tomato, caramelized onion, and lettuce$15.95Meatball Wrap
Meatball, traditional lavash, onions salad, tomato and lettuce$16.95
Lamb Shish Kebab
Lamb shish kebab, traditional lavash, orzo, Turkish cream, spicy pesto and pickles$19.95
Chicken Shish Kebab
Chicken shish kebab, traditional lavash, orzo, Turkish cream, spicy pesto and pickles$18.95
Kofte Kebab
Traditional flat-style grilled meatballs made with ground short rib and sirloin, served with bread, yogurt, tomato sauce, and brown butter$26.95
Mediterranean Branzino
Mediterranean sea bass fillet, served with mushroom, baby spinach, almond cream, and lemon$29.95
Salmon
Mushrooms, organic baby spinach, almond cream, and lemon$29.95
Eggplant Kebab (Karnıyarık)
Smoked eggplant, minced meat, garlic yogurt, tomato sauce, and parsley$26.95
Pappardelle al Ragù
Fresh pappardelle pasta, San Marzano tomato sauce, shredded meat, pecorino, chives and green oil.$26.95
Grilled Mushroom with potato pure
Baked mushrooms, mashed potato and crunchy leek on top with glazed truffle dressing$26.95LUNCH ($25 PER-PERSON)
$25.00
From the Oven

Mediterranean Veggie Flatbread
Buffalo mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, zucchini, olives, corn, feta cheese, and chives$17.95
Mushroom Flat Bread
Chef mix mushroom, tofu zest, truffle glaze, mint, horseradish and pomegranate pieces on top$17.95
Margherita Flatbread
San Marzano tomato sauce, heirloom tomatoes, buffalo burrata, fresh basil, and olive oil$17.95
Rib Flatbread
Smoked shredded rib, onion pickle, buffalo mozzarella, jus sauce, and chives$18.95
Balloon Bread (Flatbread)
12 hours cold fermented dough, thyme oil$3.95
Lamb Casserole
Lamb pieces, onion, garlic, red and green peppers, cherry tomatoes, thyme, brown butter sauce, served with pull-apart bread$26.95
BBQ Chicken Garlic Flatbread
Buffalo mozzarella, chicken pieces, red onion, chives, and honey BBQ sauce$18.95Bread 0
Dessert

San Sebastián Cheesecake
Creamy Basque-style cheesecake with caramelized top and rich vanilla flavor$13.95
Roll Baklava
Crispy phyllo pastry with pistachio cream served with ice cream and milk crunch$16.95
CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE
Served with milk ice cream and cherry sauce$14.95
Poached Pear
Served with mastic pudding, cotton candy, ground pistachios and baklava crisps.$13.95Ice Cream
$5.00
Dinner Menu
Soups
Starters

Hummus with Pastirma
Anatolian-style chickpea purée blended with lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, and garlic, topped with pastrami and pine nuts$16.95
Nazuktan
Roasted vegetables (eggplant, peppers, onion, garlic) with yogurt blend, puffed wheat, and red pepper sauce$15.95
Dry Smoked Tzatziki
Smoked yogurt blended with cucumber, dill, chives, mint, herb oil, and dried cranberries$12.95
Smoked Eggplant Mash
Butter-roasted smoked eggplant blended with garlic, pistachios, mint, roasted red bell peppers, and saffron butter$15.95
Pumpkin Sinkonta
Roasted pumpkin with yogurt, chili oil, pumpkin seeds, and crispy phyllo dough$15.95
Zucchini Beauty
Baby zucchini with a green coriander sauce, citrus-cured orange segments, toasted almonds, mint, dill, and green herb oil (chef's specials)$16.95
Shakshouka
Fried eggplants, potatoes and peppers with tomato sauce, parsley and yogurt$15.95
Muhammara
Roasted red peppers blended with tahini, garlic, tomato sauce and pepper paste, walnuts, and pomegranate molasses$14.95
Dry-Age Branzino Ceviche
Dry-aged branzino cured in lemon and lime juice, served with green apple, red onion, cilantro sauce, and olive oil$19.95
Mixed Cold Starter
Muhammara, pumpkin sinkonta, dry smoked tzatziki, hummus, and Nazuktan$35.95
From Garden

Istanbul Salad
Heirloom or seasonal local tomatoes, cucumber, pickled red onions, olives, and buffalo burrata, finished with a brown butter vinaigrette$20.95
Baby Spinach Salad
Fresh organic baby spinach, strawberries, blue cheese, toasted almonds, and pomegranate vinaigrette with olive oil$16.95
Kale Salad with Pumpkin
Marinated kale, roasted pumpkin, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, olive oil, and pomegranate molasses$16.95
Bowl Salad
Seasonal mixed organic greens, avocado, red cabbage, cherry tomato, cucumber, crispy chickpeas. Served with oven-baked sour garlic sauce$17.95
Appetizers

Crispy Turkish Dumplings
Crispy Turkish dumplings (Meat) served with yogurt, tomato sauce, and red butter$14.95
Arancini
Four pieces of crispy rice balls, smoked cucumber yogurt, green herb oil, and pecorino cheese$15.95
Crispy Octopus
Octopus, arugula pesto, lemon and bean puree serve with organic mixed green$24.95
Butter Brown Shrimp
Shrimp sautéed with green and red peppers, cherry tomatoes, thyme, and roasted shallots in brown butter$19.95
Crispy Veal Liver
Crispy veal liver served with focaccia crisps and red onion$19.95
Fried Calamari
Fried calamari served with sumac tarator dip, lemon-pepper seasoning, and lime$19.95
Main Entrées

Smoked Rib with Jue Sauce
Slow-cooked for 6 hours smoked short ribs, mashed potatoes, crispy leeks, and pistachio jus sauce$40.95
Lamb Shank
Mashed potatoes, thyme, jus sauce, and chives$38.95
Lamb Chops
Herb cheese risotto, grilled asparagus, domestic lamb chops, and jus sauce$55.95
Grilled Mushrooms with Potato Purée
Baked mushrooms, mashed potato and crunchy leek on top with glazed truffle dressing$27.95
Grilled Octopus
Baked mushrooms, mashed potato and crunchy leek on top with glazed truffle dressing$34.95
Kofte Kebab
Flat meatball, bread pieces, yogurt, tomato sauce and brown butter.$36.95
Çengelli Taş Mix Grill
Chicken shish, lamb shish, and shrimp skewers, served with barley orzo, mixed pickles, and spicy pesto$53.95Çengelli Taş One Skewer
$25.95
Salmon
Mushrooms, organic baby spinach, almond cream, and lemon$35.95
Mediterranean Sea Bass (Branzino)
Mediterranean sea bass fillet, mushrooms, baby spinach, almond cream, and lemon$33.95
Eggplant Kebab (Karniyarik)
Ground beef filled eggplants, served with yogurt and flat bread$32.95
Seafood Paella
Paella rice with octopus, mussels, shrimp, and fish, finished with chives, parsley, jalapeño, and lemon-lime$39.95
Pappardelle Al Ragu
San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh pappardelle pasta, shredded rib meat, pecorino cheese, chives, and green herb oil$30.95
Paella de Pollo (Chicken)
Traditional style paella made with paella rice and spiced chicken, finished with chives, parsley, jalapeño pepper, and lemon-lime$34.95
Dry-Aged Whole Branzino
Whole Mediterranean sea bass, dry-aged to enhance flavor, grilled to perfection and served with smoked lemon and lime$60.95
Rib-Eye Steak
Prime cut ribeye steak grilled to perfection, served with herb cheese risotto, herb butter, and rich jus sauce$62.95Dinner ($45 PER-PERSON)
$45.00
From the Oven

Rib Flatbread
Smoked shredded rib, onion pickle, buffalo mozzarella, jus sauce, and chives$27.95
Mediterranean Veggie Flatbread
Buffalo mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, zucchini, olives, corn, feta cheese, and chives$25.95
Mushroom Flat Bread
Chef mix mushroom, tofu zest, truffle glaze, mint, horseradish and pomegranate pieces on top$25.95
Margherita Flatbread
San Marzano tomato sauce, heirloom tomatoes, buffalo burrata, fresh basil, and olive oil$19.95
BBQ Chicken Garlic Flatbread
Traditional cheese, garlic chicken pieces, zaatar and fresh seasonal greens with pesto sauce.$23.95
Balloon Bread (Flatbread)
12 hours cold fermented dough, thyme oil$3.95
Lamb Casserole
Lamb pieces, onion, garlic, mushroom, thyme, brown butter, served as covered with flat bread.$30.95Bread 0
Dessert Menu

San Sebastián Cheesecake
Creamy Basque-style cheesecake with caramelized top and rich vanilla flavor$13.95
Roll Baklava
Crispy phyllo pastry with pistachio cream served with ice cream and milk crunch$16.95
Poached Pear
Served with mastic pudding, cotton candy, ground pistachios and baklava crisps.$14.95
Chocolate Lava Cake
Served with milk ice cream and cherry sauce$13.95Ice Cream
$5.00
All hours
| Sunday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
| Monday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
| Friday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11:00 am - 9:30 pm |
Restaurant info
THE CHARM AND TASTE DELICIOUS FOODS
Location
182 NASSAU ST, PRINCETON, NJ 08542

















