Aksaray – Middle Eastern
Steaming bowls of aromatic lamb and lentil soups anchor the experience at Aksaray, where the air is thick with the comforting, savory scents of a traditional hearth. Guests linger over a vibrant spread of smoky babaghanous and creamy hummus, or explore the colorful textures of chilled eggplant salads and zesty piaz that celebrate a rich, soul-warming culinary heritage.
1618, East 16th Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11229 +17183759237 https://www.aksarayrestaurant.com/0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Aksaray
Dairy-Free at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries (Small), Shepherd Salad (Small) and Eggplant with sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 13 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shepherd Salad (Small), Babaghanous and Shepherd Salad (Medium). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 36 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tres Leches, Russian Salad "Oliveye" and French Fries (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Party of 5, Chicken Gyro w/ Soda Can and Grilled Trout. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shepherd Salad (Large), Chicken Soup and Cacik. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 9 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shepherd Salad (Small), Shepherd Salad (Medium) and Shepherd Salad (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shepherd Salad (Large) and Chicken Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Aksaray
Aksaray in Brooklyn has 14 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries (Small), Eggplant with sauce and Babaghanous. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Aksaray
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Party of 5 | 114.9 g | 127 g |
| Mixed Grill | 65 g | 75.7 g |
| Chicken Gyro w/ Soda Can | 0.2 g | 70.9 g |
| Chicken Gyro Sandwich (Turkish Bread) | 131.8 g | 66.8 g |
| Chicken Gyro Sandwich (Pita) | 80 g | 64.8 g |
| Chicken Kebab w/ Soda Can | 8.7 g | 63.2 g |
| Chicken Adana Kebab Sandwich (Turkish Bread) | 140.4 g | 59.1 g |
| Chicken Kebab Sandwich (Turkish Bread) | 140.4 g | 59.1 g |
| Chicken Adana Kebab Sandwich (Pita) | 88.5 g | 57.1 g |
| Chicken Kebab Sandwich (Pita) | 88.5 g | 57.1 g |
| Chicken Adana w/ Soda Can | 15 g | 37.7 g |
| Yogurtlu Lamb Shish Kebab | 22.9 g | 34.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Menu
Soups
All soups are homemade, Please ask for daily soups.
- Lentil Soup - $8: Red lentils pureed into a fan favorite soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tripe Soup - $9.5: Beef tripe Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Soup - $9.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Cold Appetizers
All appetizers are home made.
- Hummus - $9: Chick Peas Mashed with Lemon Juice, Garlic and Tahini. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Babaghanous - $9: Puree of eggplant, flavored with olive oil, garlic and other ingredients. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkish Eggplant Salad - $9: Smoked Eggplant mashed with green and red peppers. Flavored with olive oil and garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant with sauce - $9: Fried eggplant with Aksaray Tomato Sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Russian Salad "Oliveye" - $9: Boiled diced potatoes, carrots, green peas, brined dill pickles and eggs all together dressed with mayonnaise. No Meat. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Piaz - $9: White beans with vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Haydari - $9: Curd of yogurt and sour cream with walnuts and a hint of garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grape Leaves - $8: Grape leaves stuffed with rice and herbs. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Small Appetizer Mix - $16: Mix of all cold appetizers. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Appetizer Mix - $20: Mix of all cold appetizers. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cacik - $9: Yogurt, dill, mint and little cucumber. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Appetizers
- Sigara Borek - $9: Fried fillo dough with feta cheese inside. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $15 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries (Small) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries (Large) - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Platter - $11: Served with hummus, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, red cabbage and pita. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Fried Calves Liver - $16: Calves liver pan fried and spiced to taste bud perfection Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Pie (Lahmacun) - $4 Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Green Salad (Medium) - $10: Mixed greens with freshly cut cucumbers and onions. Mixed with lemon juice and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Salad (Large) - $13: Mixed greens with freshly cut cucumbers and onions. Mixed with lemon juice and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd Salad (Small) - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd Salad (Medium) - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd Salad (Large) - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Course
- Lamb Gyro (Small) - $15: Grounded lamb wrapped around a large vertical spit and grilled. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Gyro (Large) - $20: Grounded lamb wrapped around a large vertical spit and grilled. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shish Kebab (Small) - $16: Chunks of lamb on skewers grilled over charcoal. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shish Kebab (Large) - $22: Chunks of lamb on skewers grilled over charcoal. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Adana Kebab (Small) - $15: Grounded lamb seasoned with spices and peppers then grilled on skewers. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Adana Kebab (Large) - $20: Grounded lamb seasoned with spices and peppers then grilled on skewers. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Kofte Kebab (Small) - $15: Grounded lamb with minced onions and other spices then grilled. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Kofte Kebab (Large) - $20: Grounded lamb with minced onions and other spices then grilled. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops Pirzola (Small) - $18: 2 pieces of grilled baby lamb chops over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops Pirzola (Large) - $33: 4 pieces of grilled baby lamb chops over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iskender Kebab - $23 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yogurtlu Lamb Shish Kebab - $24 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yogurtlu Gyro Kebab - $22 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aksaray Kofte Special - $24 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro (Small) - $15: Chicken wrapped around a large vertical split then grilled. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro (Large) - $20: Chicken wrapped around a large vertical split then grilled. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shish Kebab (Small) - $15: Chunks of chicken breast marinated in spices and grilled on skewers. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Shish Kebab (Large) - $20: Chunks of chicken breast marinated in spices and grilled on skewers. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Adana Kebab (Small) - $15: Grounded chicken seasoned with spices and peppers. Grilled on skewers. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Adana Kebab (Large) - $20: Grounded chicken seasoned with spices and peppers. Grilled on skewers. Served over rice and salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Grill - $34: One lamb chop, one lamb shish kebab, one lamb adana kebab, one kofte, 1/4 lb lamb gyro. Served with rice and salad. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Lamb and Chicken Adana Kebab - $20 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Lamb and Chicken Shish Kebab - $21 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Lamb and Chicken Gyro Kebab (Small) - $16 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Lamb and Chicken Gyro Kebab (Large) - $21 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sea Food and Steak
- Grilled Trout - $27 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Tilapia - $25 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Sea Bass - $25 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Beef Rib Steak - $28 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Sauteed Shrimp - $22 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Hot Sandwiches
- Lamb Shish Kebab Sandwich (Pita) - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shish Kebab Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Adana Kebab Sandwich (Pita) - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Adana Kebab Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Adana Kebab Sandwich (Pita) - $11 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Adana Kebab Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kebab Sandwich (Pita) - $11 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kebab Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofte Kebab Sandwich (Pita) - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kofte Kebab Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Gyro Sandwich (Pita) - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Gyro Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro Sandwich (Pita) - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $12 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Sandwich (Pita) - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel Sandwich (Turkish Bread) - $11 Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Gyro Sandwich - $13 Available at: dinner, lunch
Lunch Specials
Small plates only.
- Lamb Gyro w/ Soda Can - $9.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Adana Kebab w/ Soda Can - $9.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Kofte w/ Soda Can - $9.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kebab w/ Soda Can - $9.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Adana w/ Soda Can - $9.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro w/ Soda Can - $9.99 Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Baklava - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sobyet - $2.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Burma - $2.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Rice Pudding - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Brown Top Pudding Kazan Dibi - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tres Leches - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
- Coffee - $2.5
- Snapple - $3.5
- Turkish Coffee - $5
- Ayran - $3.5
- Gazoz Turkish Soda - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Turkish Juice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Turkish Tea - $2
- Soda (Can) - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Catering Menu
- Party of 5 - $153: 1 Large Shepard Salad, 1 Large Hummus, 1 Turkish Eggplant Appetizer, 1 Sigara Borek (5 pcs), Choice of Fried Liver or Calamari, 1 Large Lamb Shish Kebab Platter, 1 Large Mixed Gyro Platter, 1 Large Chicken Shish Kebab, 4 Breads, 5 White Sauces, 1 Tres Leches & 3 Baklava Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Party of 10 - $288: 2 Large Shepard Salad, 1 Large Hummus, 1 Haydari, Choice of Piyaz or Sigara Borek, Choice of Fried Liver or Calamari, 1 Large Lamb Shish Kebab, 2 Large Lamb Gyro, 2 Large Chicken Gyro, 1 Large Lamb Adana, 1 Large Chicken Shish Kebab, 1 Large Chicken Adana, 6 Breads, 10 Sauces, 2 Tres Leches & 5 Baklava Available at: dinner, lunch
- Party of 15 - $372: 3 Large Shepard Salad, 2 Large Hummus, 1 Haydari, 1 Piyaz, 1 Babaganoush, 1 Fried Liver Cubes, 1 Large Lamb Shish Kebab, 2 Large Lamb Gyro, 2 Large Chicken Gyro, 2 Large Lamb Adana, 1 Large Chicken Shish Kebab, 2 Large Chicken Adana, 8 Breads, 15 Sauces, 2 Tres Leches & 5 Baklava Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Aksaray
- Is Aksaray dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Aksaray has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries (Small), Shepherd Salad (Small) and Eggplant with sauce.
- What can I eat at Aksaray on a dairy-free diet?
- French Fries (Small), Shepherd Salad (Small) and Eggplant with sauce carry the dairy-free tag, out of 20 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Aksaray have vegan options?
- Yes. 14 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries (Small) and Eggplant with sauce.
- Is Aksaray gluten-free?
- 13 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Aksaray?
- Party of 5, at roughly 127g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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