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Cuisine Guide
Discover handpicked Turkish restaurants in Dalston, London, with what to order first at each place.
Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
7 restaurants
Modern Turkish · £££ · Dalston
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Sourdough Pide with Hummus
Jay Rayner describes the hummus as an 'uncommonly rugged affair with a hint of cheesy funk' served with 'lightly blackened, chewy and springy flatbread' that demands to be torn at.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Turkish · ££ · Dalston
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Manti
These 'house-special' Turkish dumplings are highlighted by critics as a time-honoured staple that is excellent at any time of day or night.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Turkish · ££ · Dalston
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Lamb Chops
Described as 'excellent' and 'smoky, spicy and incredibly tender,' these are served with a generous plate of mixed salad.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Turkish · ££ · Dalston
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Lamb Ribs
Universally acclaimed as the standout dish; described as 'Dalston's finest' with perfectly rendered fat and tender meat.
Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.
Turkish / Ocakbasi · £ · Dalston
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Chicken Shish
A 'clear winner' and longtime fan favorite that consistently cements this traditional kebab house's reputation.
Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.
Turkish · £ · Dalston
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Lahmacun
Critics note it is rolled so thin that the topping is visible from underneath, and it is served with fresh onions, ripe tomato slices, crunchy parsley, and lemon.
Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.
Turkish Seafood · £ · Dalston
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Stuffed Mussels (Midye Dolma)
The namesake dish; reviews consistently praise them as fresh, tasty, and 'just like the original' found in Turkey.
Light coverage. Worth knowing, but not heavily written about.