Turkish Restaurant (P)
610-439- 8782
This
family-run establishment—half Turkish market, half
Mediterranean restaurant—is definitely one of
Allentown’s buried treasures. Certainly not noted for
decor—a few paintings, a hanging carpet and a TV
showing the latest in Turkish entertainment—the place
is charming thanks to the friendly chatter of
regulars and staff. And then there’s the food: so
good it’s worth the wait that’s typical at this
popular spot (so don’t show up starving), and
very reasonably
priced. (Entrees are all under $16 and sandwiches
range from $1.35 for a burger to $4 for a lamb pita.)
Whet your appetite with a hummus platter, and be sure
to try the kebabs (prepared with a secret and truly
“special blend” of spices). (Open daily
11a-11p.)