Ala Turco Express

4.2 (42)restaurant

1391 2nd Avenue

This Upper East Side spot serves generous Turkish doner wraps, flavorful bowls, and spiced fries with street-food speed.

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Description

The kitchen relies on traditional Istanbul spices to flavor its meats, drawing comparisons to European-style kebabs for its lamb wraps. Beyond the main plates, the distinctly seasoned fries are a highly praised fixture that visitors advise not to skip. It is a straightforward setup where the ingredients taste fresh, the service is consistently friendly, and the pricing offers solid value for the amount of food served.


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