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How we read reviews →Essendon's Turkish restaurant-bar for DJ nights, live entertainment and a Sunday raki tradition
A vibrant Turkish restaurant-bar built around DJ nights, live music and a 'party boat' theme evening. reviewers describe genuine Mediterranean warmth from owners Neslihan and Sercan, though the entertainment on offer varies by night.
Regular DJ sets and live-music nights, a themed 'party boat' evening, and a traditional Sunday raki lunch service alongside the usual breakfast, lunch and dinner menu.
Strong Turkish cultural identity. reviews (some written in Turkish) describe it as a genuine community gathering spot, with a traditional Sunday raki service and owner-led hospitality.
Inconsistent. the set-menu dinner with entertainment is seen as worth the price by several reviewers, but breakfast/lunch à la carte plates (e.g. a $110 bill for basic sourdough and coffees) drew value complaints.
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