Turkish Village Cafe – Middle Eastern
Turkish Village Cafe transports diners to a sun-drenched Mediterranean morning, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of spiced sucuk and simmering tomatoes. Guests gather over bubbling pans of menemen and golden, crispy sigara boregi, dipping warm bread into hearty bowls of lentil soup and tender lamb stews that feel like a soulful embrace. It is a vibrant sanctuary of tradition where every bite celebrates the rich, rustic flavors of a classic Turkish breakfast.
East Liberty Street https://www.turkishvillagecuisine.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Turkish Village Cafe
Dairy-Free at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 21 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Balon Bread, Foul and Lamb Vegetable Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 11 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Vegetable Soup, Sucuklu Yumurta and Lamb Liver. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ice Cream, Balon Bread and Foul. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggs and Cheese, Chicken Soup and Ghallaba (Beef). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 7 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggs and Cheese, Menemen and Sucuklu Yumurta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Soup and Ghallaba (Beef). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Balon Bread, Hummus and Mercimek (Lentil Soup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Turkish Village Cafe
Turkish Village Cafe in Toronto has 27 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ice Cream, Balon Bread and Foul. 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 Turkish Village Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ezme | 44.9 g | 31 g |
| Lamb Liver | 101.9 g | 29.5 g |
| Cheese Plate | 41.9 g | 22.6 g |
| Cig Kofte (Bulgur Balls) | 0 g | 21.1 g |
| Hummus | 30.9 g | 20.5 g |
| Baba Ghanouj | 13.8 g | 13.2 g |
| Chicken Cream Chop | 10.5 g | 11.9 g |
| Menemen | 11.5 g | 11 g |
| Haydari | 23.3 g | 10.8 g |
| Eggs and Cheese | 1 g | 8.9 g |
| Sigara Boregi (Cheese Rolls) | 44.6 g | 8 g |
| Sucuklu Yumurta | 11.6 g | 7.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its traditional Turkish cuisine, diners find the menu items to be dependable and satisfying for a casual meal. Guests also praise the friendly nature of the staff who contribute to a welcoming environment, noting that the service maintains a relaxed pace. Overall, reviewers highlight the experience as a reliable choice for those seeking authentic flavors and a pleasant, low-key atmosphere.
Menu
Breakfast Menu
- Menemen - $15: Eggs with vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sucuklu Yumurta - $15: Eggs and Sausage Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Kiymali Yumurta - $16: Eggs with ground meat Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sigara Boregi (Cheese Rolls) - $12: Cheese rolls, add egg for +$3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Eggs and Cheese - $13 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Foul - $15: Fava beans, eggs, garlic, tomatoes and onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lamb Liver - $13: Fresh liver with tomatoes, garlic and onions Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Soups
- Lamb Vegetable Soup - $6: Beef and vegetables Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mercimek (Lentil Soup) - $6: Lentil soup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup - $6: Chicken and vegetables 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
Cold Starters
- Haydari - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baba Ghanouj - $7: Smoked pureed eggplant flavored with tahini, olive oil and garlic Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pembe Sultan (Pink Sultan) - $9: Beets, garlic and labneh yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cig Kofte (Bulgur Balls) - $12: Bulgur, minced tomato, parsley, isot pepper, garlic, pepper paste, tomato paste and pomegranate molasses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ezme - $9: Tomato, cucumber, parsley, pomegranate sauce, Turkish pepper paste and herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Village Platter (Pick 3) - $13: Pick 3 from cold starters 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, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Village Platter (4 People) - $39: Pick 4 from cold starters. Comes with rice and salad 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
Traditional Dishes
- Alinazik (Beef) - $24: Served on top of eggplant puree. Comes with white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alinazik (Lamb) - $25: Served on top of eggplant puree. Comes with white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iskender Lunch - $24: Sliced doner meat, tossed in tomato sauce over pieces of pita bread. Served with yogurt and white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cream Chop - $22: Comes with white rice and salad Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doner Plate (Beef) - $25: Served with rice and salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doner Plate (Chicken) - $22: Served with rice and salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Incik Kebap (Lamb Shank) - $28: Braised in red pepper, tomato sauce, onion and garlic. Served on mashed potato with white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kuzu Pirzolasi (Lamb Chops) - $32: Served with eggplant puree and white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kemiksiz Tavuk (Deboned Chicken) - Whole - $25: Served with salad and white rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ghallaba (Beef) - $24: Sautéed vegetables and beef Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Kids Menu
- Kids Cheese Pide - $9: Served with drinks and fries or rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Chicken Doner Plate - $10: Served with drinks and fries or rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Chicken Nuggets - $11: Served with drinks and fries or rice Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Dishes
- Labneh - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Jam Plate - $6: Strawberry, fig and berry jam Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Olive Plate - $4 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, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Plate - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honeycomb - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cucumber and Tomatoes - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Simit - $2: Turkish bagel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balon Bread - $4 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
Bakery and Desserts
- Kunafa - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Baklava - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fiorella Dubai Chocolate - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Creme Brulee - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkish Village Cafe
- Is Turkish Village Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Turkish Village Cafe has 21 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Balon Bread, Foul and Lamb Vegetable Soup.
- What can I eat at Turkish Village Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Balon Bread, Foul and Lamb Vegetable Soup carry the dairy-free tag, out of 21 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Turkish Village Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Balon Bread and Hummus.
- Is Turkish Village Cafe gluten-free?
- 11 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 Turkish Village Cafe?
- Ezme, at roughly 31g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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