Manti
$17.99
Poached beef dumplings with yoghurt sauce and Turkish herbs.
“We love the food here, especially the manti! It’s my favorite comfort food on cold winter nights. Great service as well. Highly recommend!!!”
Turkish Food
Lahmajun
$12.99
Thin flatbread topped with beef, peppers, tomatoes, parsley, and herbs.
“Fantastic little place that I wish was here went I went to college. Being Turkish, I am always looking for good Turkish food. This place did not disappoint,.the gözleme (flatbread) was authentic and very light. The crust on the lahmacun was crispy and thin. Su borek was very good and made in-house. Didn't get to try the manti, but saw it on a neighboring table and it looked very good. Very friendly staff and overall great experience. Will definitely return! Thank you!”
Gobit Kofte
$13.99+
Baked bread stuffed with meatballs, fries, mayo, and fresh vegetables.
“I generally don't write reviews, but I was so happy with our meal last night that I thought I would. It can be difficult to find places to eat that can accommodate some dietary restrictions, and these guys went above and beyond. We had the gobit kofte, cheese pide, eggplant salad, and lentil soup, all of which we recommend people try. We all found things to eat, no one became ill, the food was great, and everyone was happy after dinner. Will be ordering again!”
Kavurma
$14.99
Beef or chicken stew with tomato, green pepper, bulgur rice, and salad.
Turkish Appetizers
Appetizer Platter
$24.99
Grape leaves, cabbage, kibbeh, pastry, rolls, and a bagel make a sampler.
“Was a delicious lunch today. First time there. Had the Doner plate, the small beef dumplings and the appetizer plate that had a delicious cheese pastry. All so good. Service was great. Very nice staff and atmosphere. I will be back”
Grape Leaves
$9.00
Grape leaves are stuffed with basmati rice and fresh herbs.
“We ordered takeout because I read an article on this place and wanted to try it. The food was amazing, but the dessert was the star! Definitely going to be coming back for more. Plus, the best grape leaves I've ever had!”
Cabbage Leaves
$9.00
Cabbage leaves stuffed with basmati rice and fresh herbs.
“I’m thinking this was my first time eating in an actual Turkish restaurant. I loved that the waitress kept my tea cup filled with tradition Turkish tea. The food was delicious! There are some vegan options; just talk it through with the waitress. The eggplant salad, shepherd salad, stuffed cabbage leaves are some safe options. Everything was delicious.”
Kibbeh (Icli Kofte)
$9.00
Three fried kibbeh have a crisp outer shell and seasoned meat filling.
“I had a great experience with the friendly staff. All the food we ordered was excellent. The lahmachun surpassed my expectation. The perfect balance of spiciness and flavor. The Ayasofa kebab was like nothing I've ever had. Love the spice profile in the kibbee. Delicious. Can't wait to go back with friends.”
Doner Kebab
Gobit Doner
$14.99+
Baked bread holds fries, vegetables, mayo, and your choice of filling.
“Very good!! I’ve been a few times, and everything I get is amazing! The best I’ve had so far is the Gobit Doner which is like a sandwich made on homemade bread. Fantastic!! They’ve done a great job with the atmosphere, and everything is just great! Surprised it’s not more busy! Give this place a try, you’ll love it!!”
Doner Wrap
$12.99+
Wrap with a choice of beef, chicken, or falafel, fries, and pickles.
“Beef Doner Wrap was fresh and delicious”
Iskandar Kabab
$15.99
Doner over sautéed pita with tomato sauce, yogurt, and bulghur rice.
“Tried the Iskender kebab and it was really delicious. The meat was tender, the sauce was rich, and everything was well balanced. Great food, friendly service, and a nice atmosphere. Would definitely come back.”
Hatay Wrap
$12.99+
Chicken doner, fries, pickles, lettuce, and Ayasofya sauce fill this wrap.
“First time here and hatay wrap was 🔥 🔥 🔥”
Kebabs
Ayasofya Kabab
$16.99
Beef or chicken strips come with crispy fries, tomato sauce, and yogurt.
“This is a lovely Turkish restaurant that recently opened in Kalamazoo, just off the campus. We enjoy Turkish cuisine and were keen to try it out. We ordered the Iskender Kebab and the Ayasofya kebab. Both were delicious, authentic Turkish. I'd also recommend the lentil soup as a starter. The place was very clean and the staff were also really friendly. And considering we had starters, main meal, and drinks, $47 for two was quite reasonable. Definitely recommend this place.”
Ayasofya Kofte
$14.99
Turkish meatballs come with bulghur rice and a side salad.
“Our food was delicious and service spot on. The Ayasofya Kofte, baklava, and turkish coffee was particularly good. Will definitely be back next time I am in Kalamazoo!”
Pide
Doner Pide
$15.99
Turkish flatbread topped with a choice of beef or chicken doner.
“Amazing Doner! Light fresh tasty food with great service and ambience!”
Pide with Chicken Stews
$12.99
Turkish flatbread topped with chicken stew, mozzarella, tomato, and pepper.
“Stopped in for lunch, ordering the chicken pide (like a Turkish flatbread pizza), beef manti (similar to small ravioli) and grape leaves, plus Turkish coffee. The food was delicious and staff were very friendly. Great new addition to Kalamazoo and I’ll definitely be back!”
Pastries
Baklava with Pistachio Party Pack
$45.00
Flaky pistachio baklava comes as 36 pieces in a 2.65-pound pack.
“Excellent. Even the Baklava is made fresh per order.”
Baklava with Pistachio
$5.50
Flaky pastry and sweet syrup surround pistachio in this Turkish dessert.
“Excellent service. Don't skip the pistachio baklava.”
Kunefe
$8.50
Shredded pastry baked around stretchy cheese is finished with sweet syrup.
“The owners were super nice and really generous. They were very welcoming. The service was incredible . Always had our beverages filled and kept us updated on when each dish was going to be ready and come out . The food was very tasty and well presented. Great knafe! The other desserts looked very yummy as well but I cant handle too much sugar at once, so I cant wait to try the rest of them each time I come back . All the desserts are imported from Turkey which is pretty cool.”
Baklava, Cold Milky with Pistachio
$7.99
Pistachio baklava served cold with a milky texture.
“Very good food and service. The coco milk baklava was excellent”
Salads
Shepherd Salad
$7.00+
Chopped vegetables dressed with olive oil, lemon, and pomegranate juice.
“Everything was fabulous. The lentil soup was divine. Try the shepherd salad, so good.”
Eggplant Salad
$7.00+
Grilled mashed eggplant with tomato, pepper, onion, lemon, and olive oil.
“The eggplant salad is a must, and everything else I’ve had is wonderful as well. Staff is very friendly and helpful.”
Desserts
Sekerpare Gift Pack
$13.00
A 16-ounce gift pack of Turkish semolina cookies soaked in sweet syrup.
“This is, by far, my favorite middle eastern restaurant in Kalamazoo. I normally get the chicken Gobit Doner with the fries on the side (as opposed to inside the sandwich). If this place offered a smaller lunch-sized Doner, I’d eat it for breakfast lunch and dinner. This place is phenomenal, please give it a try.”
Sekerpare
$4.00
Turkish semolina cookie soaked in sweet syrup for a tender dessert.
