Leyla is surely a beautiful, cozy restaurant with a nice romantic vibe to it. The hostess, waiters, and servers are polite and pleasant.My friend and I decided on this place for dinner as we were looking for turkish cuisine, which I am truly fond of, and stumbled here.We ordered the following:MuhammaraLamb shankLamb Koftra with potatoes and side of riceWhite wineI've eaten lamb in many places and for most of my life, and unfortunately, the koftra was not edible. The meat had little to no flavor of cumin as described on the menu and was extremely gamey. I am a cook myself, and I would not serve this recipe for friends or family. It lacked flavor and probably prepared at the time of order, unable to absorb the flavors that could have been used.The lamb shank had some tender parts and some rough. I'm used to "fall off the bone" lamb shanks, but I will say the flavor was good. It's better than the koftra.Now the muhammara was absolutely delicious. And the wine was good as well. I do believe this restaurant might just have other great options to try. Thank you for the experience. Overall, pleasant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Muhammara
Peter Burgwald
Burger was very dry and barely edible. The drinks and rest of the food were acceptable at best. I would just recommend going elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Justine Collins
Moved to NYC not even a month ago with my fiance and we've already been here twice. We came for the atmosphere, and we stayed for the wonderful service and food.The staff here do a remarkable job of making sure you are having a pleasant dining experience.We recommend the short rib pide and hummus!This will be our go-to neighborhood spot! We love coming here!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Aria Mallick
some of the best food i have ever had. we tried 3 different pides and they were all fantastic. You must try the bruschetta it was OUT OF THIS WORLD. the atom was fantastic. the servers were all so kind and funny. the atmosphere is beautiful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Three Cheese Pide, Leyla Lamb Burger with Seasoned Fries, Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank, Pita, Atom
Thomas Jubert
Great spot for communal mezzes, scrumptious mains, and the gorgeous ambiance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Sky
The food was AMAZING! Super flavorful and honestly reasonably priced. Love the vibes!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julie Geng
Terrible experience. Was seated in the sidewalk cafe. Had a rat that caused us extreme emotional distress. Asked for discount and owner told us “this is New York.” Added 20% gratuity to our bill even though we were a party of six. Absolutely abominable
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Marina Samuel
I went here with my boyfriend because we were in the area and craving Turkish and this place had good reviews. The food was extremely underwhelming and I don't know if it was just that day or if it is always like that. The meze trio was lackluster and served with toasted sourdough which is an odd choice for a turkish restaurant. The short rib pide was good but under salted. The worst of all was the main entree which was the izmir kofte that did not have a grain of salt in it. I got the lamb shank in which the only saving grace of the meal was the mushroom orzo (salted!). We had to pass the salt shaker to the tables near us because they had the same issue too! I've had turkish food plenty of times before so I know it is not the cuisine, its just here. I wouldn't have cared if the dishes weren't priced so high. Please listen to the reviews that say that this place is just okay, because you can get "okay" anywhere for less $$. The staff were also very kind which was nice. This is one of those places you go to if you like going out for dinner but don't like food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Stephanie Chen
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Findik Lahmacun
ASA
Service is very poor. Waited more than 30mins to be seated although we have a reservation. Food took ages to arrive. Average food. Would not repeat.
It is a wonderful dining experience. Very lovely combination of flavours. Would come again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kenny L
Fantastic Turkish restaurant! I highly recommend the three cheese pide; it wasn't overly creamy and tasted amazing, especially with a touch of honey on top. Plus, they serve traditional Turkish ice creamBtw, their service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ali Akduru
Rib meat and kashar pita is legendary, if you haven't tried it, definitely try it.I thank Mr. Kamil for his interest.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daria M Photography
Great Turkish food with some classic staples. You won’t be disappointed.Everything we tried was excellent!Highly recommend coming during a cocktail hour, the prices are very good, especially for NYC.
Leyla Restaurant takes Turkish cuisine to a whole new level with its exquisite dishes and authentic flavors. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with the tantalizing aroma of traditional Turkish spices and herbs. Their lahmacun, with its thin, crispy crust and flavorful minced meat topping, is a true standout. And let's not forget about the yarma, a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for satisfying hunger cravings. But the delights don't stop there – Leyla Restaurant offers a wide range of other mouthwatering dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're a fan of classic Turkish fare or looking to explore new flavors, Leyla Restaurant is a must-visit destination for food lovers everywhere.
Leyla is surely a beautiful, cozy restaurant with a nice romantic vibe to it. The hostess, waiters, and servers are polite and pleasant.My friend and I decided on this place for dinner as we were looking for turkish cuisine, which I am truly fond of, and stumbled here.We ordered the following:MuhammaraLamb shankLamb Koftra with potatoes and side of riceWhite wineI've eaten lamb in many places and for most of my life, and unfortunately, the koftra was not edible. The meat had little to no flavor of cumin as described on the menu and was extremely gamey. I am a cook myself, and I would not serve this recipe for friends or family. It lacked flavor and probably prepared at the time of order, unable to absorb the flavors that could have been used.The lamb shank had some tender parts and some rough. I'm used to "fall off the bone" lamb shanks, but I will say the flavor was good. It's better than the koftra.Now the muhammara was absolutely delicious. And the wine was good as well. I do believe this restaurant might just have other great options to try. Thank you for the experience. Overall, pleasant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Muhammara
Burger was very dry and barely edible. The drinks and rest of the food were acceptable at best. I would just recommend going elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Moved to NYC not even a month ago with my fiance and we've already been here twice. We came for the atmosphere, and we stayed for the wonderful service and food.The staff here do a remarkable job of making sure you are having a pleasant dining experience.We recommend the short rib pide and hummus!This will be our go-to neighborhood spot! We love coming here!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
some of the best food i have ever had. we tried 3 different pides and they were all fantastic. You must try the bruschetta it was OUT OF THIS WORLD. the atom was fantastic. the servers were all so kind and funny. the atmosphere is beautiful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Three Cheese Pide, Leyla Lamb Burger with Seasoned Fries, Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank, Pita, Atom
Great spot for communal mezzes, scrumptious mains, and the gorgeous ambiance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was AMAZING! Super flavorful and honestly reasonably priced. Love the vibes!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Terrible experience. Was seated in the sidewalk cafe. Had a rat that caused us extreme emotional distress. Asked for discount and owner told us “this is New York.” Added 20% gratuity to our bill even though we were a party of six. Absolutely abominable
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
I went here with my boyfriend because we were in the area and craving Turkish and this place had good reviews. The food was extremely underwhelming and I don't know if it was just that day or if it is always like that. The meze trio was lackluster and served with toasted sourdough which is an odd choice for a turkish restaurant. The short rib pide was good but under salted. The worst of all was the main entree which was the izmir kofte that did not have a grain of salt in it. I got the lamb shank in which the only saving grace of the meal was the mushroom orzo (salted!). We had to pass the salt shaker to the tables near us because they had the same issue too! I've had turkish food plenty of times before so I know it is not the cuisine, its just here. I wouldn't have cared if the dishes weren't priced so high. Please listen to the reviews that say that this place is just okay, because you can get "okay" anywhere for less $$. The staff were also very kind which was nice. This is one of those places you go to if you like going out for dinner but don't like food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Findik Lahmacun
Service is very poor. Waited more than 30mins to be seated although we have a reservation. Food took ages to arrive. Average food. Would not repeat.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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It is a wonderful dining experience. Very lovely combination of flavours. Would come again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic Turkish restaurant! I highly recommend the three cheese pide; it wasn't overly creamy and tasted amazing, especially with a touch of honey on top. Plus, they serve traditional Turkish ice creamBtw, their service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rib meat and kashar pita is legendary, if you haven't tried it, definitely try it.I thank Mr. Kamil for his interest.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great Turkish food with some classic staples. You won’t be disappointed.Everything we tried was excellent!Highly recommend coming during a cocktail hour, the prices are very good, especially for NYC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Leyla Lamb Burger with Seasoned Fries, Muhammara, Cheese Pide
Leyla Restaurant takes Turkish cuisine to a whole new level with its exquisite dishes and authentic flavors. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with the tantalizing aroma of traditional Turkish spices and herbs. Their lahmacun, with its thin, crispy crust and flavorful minced meat topping, is a true standout. And let's not forget about the yarma, a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for satisfying hunger cravings. But the delights don't stop there – Leyla Restaurant offers a wide range of other mouthwatering dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're a fan of classic Turkish fare or looking to explore new flavors, Leyla Restaurant is a must-visit destination for food lovers everywhere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Greek Salad, Findik Lahmacun, Turkish Shakshuka