Turkish fine dining?

[Larry Brooks]

I'm looking to give a dinner gift certificate gift for friends from Turkey. They miss food from home so I am looking for fine dining Turkish options. So please don't reccommend Bereket or some kabab stand. Those are all over. I'm after something nice, perhaps romantic, definitely gourmet and dinner for 2 for $50-$100. Thanks!

[Nuray]

Pasha's food is very good as well as the atmosphere. Turkish Kitchen's food is good yet the service is poor. Beyoglu has a more laid back atmosphere and good food. I also like Zeytinz on the Upper West Side, has great fish and appetizers, pleasant experience.

[jonasblank]

Maia Meyhane, on Avenue B, is pretty nice inside, lots of Turkish wines on the menu. Huge selection of mezethes.

[Lettucepray]

My Turkish friend has raved about Uskudur - Second & 73th.

I love Beyoglu - Third and 81st.

[Phil E]

You can try Turks & Frogs Tribeca. Thought the food there was good and it's somewhat romantic.

[jessica]

what about Pasha on the west side?

[Peter Cherches]

Turkish Kitchen may be your best bet.

[ohny]

I really enjoyed a meal at Turkish Kitchen. Excellent food and a very pleasant atmosphere.