Toka Cafe and Grill

Toka is an absolute gem in Scottsdale for anyone looking to experience genuinely authentic Balkan cuisine. The restaurant not only impresses with its immaculate cleanliness but also captures a genuine Balkan atmosphere. The decor and ambiance are warm, inviting, and reminiscent of a cozy, traditional Balkan eatery.

The staff is incredibly kind, and their service is top-notch, making you feel like part of the family. We’ve had čevapčiči and burek all over the Balkans, but we rarely enjoyed them as much as we did here. The perfectly grilled and juicy čevapčiči were seasoned to perfection, and the meat-rich burek was flaky and savory—a true delight.

What makes Toka even more special is its offering of traditional Balkan products for sale, featuring original brands that are hard to find elsewhere. From food items to drinks and sweets, you can take a piece of the authentic Balkan experience home with you.

Toka is a must-visit for anyone seeking a genuine taste of the Balkans right in Scottsdale. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fantastic sarma (stuffed cabbage) and home-baked bread. They pickle their own fresh cabbage. And the owners are so kind and friendly.

Next time I’ll try the Qebapa or Burek.

Prediction: This place will be packed in the next 6 months

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great authentic Balkan food with a personal service by the owners. Highly recommended and a good spot to grab a quick bite.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Qebapa

That place opened about a year ago and the food is fantastic. Very authentic Balcan dishes from Albania and surrounding areas. The owner is very personable and will take care of you. I highly recommend eating there or order for take out. I will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Homemade Baklava, Albanian Cookie, Burek - Homemade Albanian Burek with Feta and Cottage Cheese Homemade Plain Yogurt Included Copy, Qebapa

This amazing new spot has blessed me! It’s so delicious and the people behind the counter are so friendly and hardworking! 12/10 would recommend this to anyone and everyone.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Came to see what the 5 stars is all about. Wasn't disappointed. Best kafta sandwich I ever had! Staff treated me like family. Lovely place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A must-visit family owned restaurant! The food is authentic, fresh, and delicious. Whether you’re looking for homemade Albanian food or Southeastern cuisine, this is the best place to find it! My personal favorite dish is the qebapas, but you can’t go wrong with any other order. Be sure to also try the coffee and tasty homemade desserts. Yummy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Loved the food and the service. The sandwich I had was amazing. Great flavor, delicious sauce and the bread was perfect, definitely home made. I'm coming back for more.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Qebapa

Excellent authentic Albanian food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fabulous! The food is exceptional and the staff are warm, welcoming and helpful! I.Bean stew is amazing, as is the sausage cevapi burek and salad. The deserts are excellent too. Can’t recommend it more!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent authentic Albanian food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

5 stars for sure. The staff here, assuming family, are fantastic! The Qebapa Sandwich was the best sandwich I think I have ever had,bread was delicious, the ground beef links were out of this world delicious,can't wait to have another. Also had the Burek, this too was outstanding. I can't believe this place doesn't have a line out the door,I suspect it has to do with the location. Please go here, you will not regret, this family and restaurant are the best!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burek - Homemade Albanian Burek with Feta and Cottage Cheese Homemade Plain Yogurt Included Copy, Qebapa

Greeted by the owner, a little beautiful family business. Food is amazing! Highly recommended this place

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Qebapa

Phenomenal food, great people, made fresh every time! A taste of home away from home!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bagel with Cream Cheese, Salmon Bagel - Cream Cheese Cucumbers and Arugula, Bacon Breakfast Sandwich- Egg Bacon and Gouda Cheese on Ciabatta, Chips, Burek - Homemade Albanian Burek with Spinach and Green Onions Homemade Plain Yogurt Included, Cinnamon Roll, Homemade Baklava, Croissant with Ham and Gruyère Cheese, Grilled Chicken Salad with Romaine Lettuce Tomato Avocado Cucumber Red Onion and Toasted Pepitas, English Breakfast, Albanian Cookie, Toka Signature Sandwich with Smoked Cured Beef Topped with Gruyere Cheese Oregano and Peperoncini, Grilled Chicken Thigh Sandwich with Pepper Jack Cheese Aioli Lettuce and Tomato on a Baguette, Homemade Coconut Ball, Mint, Chocolate Soufle, Burek - Homemade Albanian Burek with Feta and Cottage Cheese Homemade Plain Yogurt Included Copy, Qebapa, Panna Cotta, Homemade Stuffed Yellow Peppers with Ground Beef -Speca Te Mbushur Me Mish

Amazing, homemade Albanian food! The pite (Burek) with homemade yogurt was my personal favorite. Very authentic experience for anyone trying to get a taste of Kosovo Albanian cuisine. This is the real deal!

Kid-friendliness: The restaurant had little toys for our two toddlers to play with. We felt very welcomed as a family!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Burek - Homemade Albanian Burek with Spinach and Green Onions Homemade Plain Yogurt Included