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Erciyes Restaurant
409 Cleveland St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
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409 Cleveland St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
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A Surry Hills institution, Erciyes delivers authentic Turkish feasts anchored by generous mixed grills and warm, pillowy bread baked fresh in-house. While grab-and-go regulars line up at the adjoining counter for late-night kebabs, the seated dining room draws boisterous crowds sharing loaded meze platters and slow-cooked lamb shoulder casseroles. Diners often settle in during weekend celebrations, soundtracked by live drumbeats and energetic belly dancing performances, before finishing over hot tea and crisp baklava.
- Freshly baked Turkish bread: In-house ovens turn out soft, steaming loaves that diners use to catch every drop of grill juices and garlic dip.
- Dual counter and dining room: The split setup pairs a speedy takeout counter for kebabs and pide with a full dining room and bar for group feasts.
- Belly dancing performances: Weekend celebrations feature live drumming and belly dancing across the buzzing dining floor.
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Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Erciyes Restaurant
Traditional charcoal cooking, fresh-baked breads, and vibrant hospitality perfected over decades in Surry Hills.
In-House Freshly Baked Turkish Bread
Erciyes bakes its Turkish bread soft and fluffy in-house, pairing freshly roasted loaves directly with charcoal kebabs, rich dips, and slow-cooked tava casseroles.
The kebabs are insanely good and the bread is homemade super fresh and soft, you can really taste the difference.
Hugo Vazquez Del Rio Authentic, Charcoal-Grilled Turkish Flavors
From sizzling snack packs and juicy köfte to rich meat pides and mixed mezze grills, traditional recipes deliver deep, balanced flavors.
The flavors are spot-on—rich, balanced, and genuinely traditional.
C A Live Belly Dancing and Drum Performances
Celebratory group dinners and milestone events come alive with generous shared platters, energetic drum rhythms, and captivating live belly dancing.
We were lucky enough to get a belly dancing show, that was just wonderful and the atmosphere really brilliant
Trisha Sciberras Adjoining Takeaway Counter and Seated Dining Room
A distinct dual-purpose format offers a fast-service takeaway counter alongside a full-service seated restaurant and bar to cater to any dining pace.
the seated dining area adjoining the kebab part of the restaurant will be hosting a birthday or special “something”
S A Decades of Consistent Family Hospitality
Welcoming hosts like Mustafa and long-tenured staff sustain a familiar, hospitable warmth that turns diners into loyal patrons for decades.
Have been coming to this amazing restaraunt for over 10 years. From the very first moment up until now, the food, the service, the atmosphere has always been 10/10.
Baz Cetin Nostalgic and Transportive Turkish Comfort
Carefully prepared homestyle dishes offer comforting, transportive Turkish hospitality that feels like home even when far away.
Everything was wonderful. I truly felt like I was in Turkey.
Hasancan Özçelik
Most popular items
Signature Turkish mains and slow-cooked specialties
Snack Pack
The snack pack on a plate has the most tender and juicy kebab meat I’ve ever had. Bursting with flavour, the garlic sauce, one of the best.
Caleb Sullivan Tava
My favourite dish is Tava- It is a slow-cooked lamb shoulder casserole prepared with eggplant, onion, tomato, capsicum, garlic, and traditional Turkish spices served with a side of Turkish rice and their fabulous freshly baked Turkish bread.
Cathy Shephard Iskender Kebab
When we dine in, I always get the turkish bread and dips and the iskender kebab.
Caitlin Micallef Chicken Ali Nazik
We ordered a variety of dishes, and the Chicken Ali Nazik, Mince Köfte Kebab, and Karışık stood out in particular.
Zakiya Shareef
Other favorites
Sides, mezze, and sweet finishes
Nutella Pide
To finish, we shared the Nutella Pide, which was the perfect sweet ending to an already fantastic meal.
Zakiya Shareef Baklava
Baklava mm mm mmmm 🤌🤌
Caleb Sullivan Dips and Turkish Bread
When we dine in, I always get the turkish bread and dips and the iskender kebab. My faves. I think they make the bread in house too? It's so fluffy and the dips are amazing.
Caitlin Micallef Yalanci Dolma
The mixed mezze grill and kebab with a side of yalanci dolma (vine leaf wraps) and yoghurt garlic sauce, comes to an incredibly economic $22.50 per head (feeding 4).
Mike Yee
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality, cultural performances, and tailored service that elevate every meal
Owner-Led Hospitality
The owner personally welcomes patrons and ensures tables are looked after from the moment they step through the door.
Live Belly Dancing and Drumming
Celebratory gatherings and milestone events are treated to lively drumbeats and professional live belly dancing shows in the seated dining area.
Complimentary Fresh In-House Turkish Bread
Breads are baked fresh in-house and served hot and fluffy alongside dishes, with complimentary bread offered to dining patrons.
Temperature-Insulated Event Catering
Large-scale event banquets are delivered and packed in insulated foam eskies that retain heat for several hours while accommodating meat, vegetarian, and vegan diets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there live entertainment during dinner?
Guests dining in during special celebrations may experience live belly dancing shows accompanied by drumbeats in the seated restaurant area adjoining the counter.
Can you order quick takeaway or sit down for a full meal?
Erciyes features both an adjoining takeaway counter where kebab orders and snack packs are prepped quickly, as well as a full seated dining room and bar for sit-down meals.
Is the Turkish bread baked fresh in-house?
Yes, dishes are served with freshly baked, fluffy Turkish bread made in-house, which pairs with menu favorites like tava lamb shoulder casserole, iskender kebab, and dip platters.
How generous are the portion sizes?
Portions across kebabs, banquet spreads, and snack packs are hearty and filling, with options like large mixed snack packs easily satisfying two diners.
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