The Pacha

A creamy and savory spread made from smoked cod roe, mixed with breadcrumbs, oil, and lemon. Smooth texture, pronounced marine flavor. Usually eaten on bread.

Rolled and stuffed vine leaves, usually with a mixture of rice, spices, and herbs. Slightly tangy flavor and tender texture. Eaten cold or warm as a starter.

Traditional Turkish shepherd's salad. Refreshing mix of finely diced vegetables with crumbled feta cheese. Simply seasoned with olive oil and lemon.

Whole eggplant confit in olive oil, stuffed with a melting mixture of onions, garlic, and tomatoes. Rich and flavorful vegetarian dish, served cold.

Grilled eggplant caviar reduced to a puree. Silky texture with a characteristic smoky flavor from open-fire cooking. Enjoyed with bread.

A tasting platter featuring several mezes (starters) from the menu. Ideal for sharing and discovering different Turkish flavors at once.

Spicy condiment made from finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, onions, and chili. Piquant and fresh flavor. Stimulates the appetite, often eaten with kebab bread.

Refreshing preparation based on thick yogurt, crunchy cucumbers, and garlic, flavored with mint or dill. Similar to Greek tzatziki but often more liquid.

Creamy chickpea puree mixed with sesame paste (tahini), olive oil, lemon, and garlic. Nutty flavor and rich texture.

Cold salad mainly composed of marinated or cooked mushrooms, seasoned with oil and herbs. A light and vegetarian starter.

Turkish version of Olivier salad. Creamy mixture of diced cooked vegetables, potatoes, and hard-boiled eggs bound with mayonnaise.

Creamy meze combining cooked spinach with thick yogurt and garlic. Mild flavor and creamy texture.

Very thin flatbread topped with a mixture of minced meat, vegetables, and spices, baked in the oven. Often rolled with salad and lemon inside.

Thin slices of meat (veal or chicken) grilled on a vertical spit, served in bread with salad and sauce.

Long skewer of spicy minced meat, grilled over a wood fire. Served in a sandwich. Rich and spicy flavor.

Sandwich combining two types of meat of your choice (e.g., kebab and kofte). Ideal for indecisive eaters or those with a big appetite.

Tender pieces of lamb leg marinated and grilled on a skewer, served in bread.

Chicken pieces marinated with yellow curry spices, grilled and served in a sandwich.

Grilled beef minced steak served in a sandwich with classic toppings.

Fillet of poultry (usually chicken or turkey) cooked with a creamy mushroom sauce.

Minced meat balls seasoned with Turkish spices and grilled. Juicy and flavorful texture.

Marinated and grilled chicken cubes on a skewer. Simple and tender.

Grilled lamb liver, often cut into small cubes. Ferrous and rich taste, unique texture.

Plate of Turkish-style cooked vegetables, including mushrooms, eggplants, and spinach. Served with accompaniments.

Grilled minced meat wrapped in a thin flatbread (lavash), cut into bites, and topped with tomato sauce and yogurt. Visually appealing and flavorful dish.

Plate of chicken skewers marinated in curry, served with rice or bulgur and salad.

Beautiful grilled beef steak cooked to your preference. Served with accompaniments.

Large composed salad topped with grilled chicken pieces.

Classic salad composed of tuna, hard-boiled eggs, olives, tomatoes, and green beans.

Rich specialty composed of spicy minced meat (Adana) served on pieces of pita bread, topped with fresh yogurt and tomato sauce.

Traditional dish from southeastern Turkey. Sautéed lamb pieces served on a bed of smoked eggplant puree mixed with garlicky yogurt.

The "sultan's delight". Tender lamb stew or skewers served on a creamy béchamel sauce with grilled eggplant and cheese.

Lamb skewers served on a bed of tomato puree and knife-cut grilled vegetables (ezme). Tangy and spicy flavor that contrasts with the meat.

One of Turkey's most famous dishes. Thin slices of döner kebab on pieces of pide bread, topped with tomato sauce and melted butter, served with yogurt.

The best of the house: a selection of different grilled meats accompanied by smoked eggplant puree.

Plate of finely sliced kebab meat (veal/chicken), served with fries, rice, and salad.

Whole grilled sea bream, usually served with salad and lemon. White and delicate flesh.

Tender pieces of marinated lamb leg grilled on a skewer. Served on a plate with accompaniments.

Similar to Adana kebab, it's a long skewer of grilled minced meat, but generally less spicy (sometimes called the 'mild' version).

Spicy minced meat skewer grilled on a flat skewer, served with rice/bulgur and vegetables.

Poultry escalope topped with a rich cream and mushroom sauce. Served on a plate.

Plate of grilled, juicy, and spicy Turkish meat balls (köfte).

Generous plate offering a mix of different grilled meats (chicken, lamb, kofte...).

Grilled lamb chops, served pink or medium. Tender and flavorful meat.

Complete plate with marinated and grilled chicken breast skewers.

Grilled lamb liver skewers, served on a plate with accompaniments.

Grilled beef minced steak served on a plate with fries or vegetables.

The Pacha's large plate: a trio of skewers (lamb, chicken, Adana) to taste everything.

Layered gratin dish composed of eggplants, potatoes, and minced meat, covered with a béchamel sauce and cheese.

Very sweet flaky pastry, made of thin layers of phyllo dough, filled with chopped pistachios and soaked in syrup.

Creamy dessert revisited here with gourmet flavors like Nutella, caramel, or speculoos.

Moist and tender semolina cake soaked in a light lemon syrup. Often sprinkled with coconut or pistachios.

Traditional Turkish rice pudding, baked until the top is caramelized and golden. Creamy texture.

Creamy vanilla dessert covered with a layer of crunchy caramelized sugar.

Short and strong coffee.

Espresso diluted with hot water, milder than a classic espresso.

Coffee served with hot milk or cream.

Hot tea infused with fresh mint leaves, often sweetened.

Traditional Turkish black tea (çay), served strong in a small glass. Robust flavor.

Economical lunch deal including a starter, a main course, and a hot drink.

Set menu at a fixed price including a starter, a main course, and a dessert.

Menu adapted for children with a smaller meat portion, fries, and a refreshing drink.