Zara Arthur

If you are looking for one of the most authentic Turkish restaurants in New York, this is the place.
As someone who travels to Turkey every year and has a fairly deep understanding of Turkish cuisine for a non-Turk, I can confidently say that the food here is truly outstanding.

You can really tell that high-quality ingredients are used.
Compared to many other Turkish or Mediterranean restaurants, the flavors are not overly seasoned, and even after eating, the food feels light and easy on the stomach.

Most importantly, it is genuinely delicious.
It’s the kind of meal that stays on your mind and makes you crave it again days later.

The portions are generous for the price, and I am always satisfied every time I visit.

Love this place, the food is amazing, the complimentary bread they give is sooooo good, we usually get the mix bc it comes with a little bit of everything, it was really good. We got the calamari this time and it's a little different than what we usually get from other restaurants, but it tastes amazing. The rice pudding is also too knotch! We got the falafel last time and it was really good too!! Def would go back.

Food was so amazing that I forgot to take a picture of it. My mouth can’t forget the flavor and taste of this food ever! I will be back next week with my whole family. I got lahmacun which was the best I’ve had in the country, no exaggeration. The pita bred is beautiful as well. The pride of culture is in the food! I finished the food and was able to get a picture of the Kazandibi dessert which looked beautiful. Highly recommend you come here for a delicious meal! You will never forget it!

Went to Zara's with a party of 8 on a Saturday. Place was packed! Fresh bread brought to the table. Fast and friendly service. Had the cold appetizer platter of hummus and other dips and then the Mixed Grill. Tons of delicious food. Meat was flavorfull and moist. Topped it off with some Turkish coffee and Baklava.