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Arda Turkish Restaurant

619 Glen Huntly Rd, Caulfield VIC 3162, Australia

Recommended by 34 people

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Find Arda Turkish Restaurant

619 Glen Huntly Rd, Caulfield VIC 3162, Australia

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+61 3 9530 0193
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Arda Turkish Restaurant

Moody lighting and Turkish hospitality meet over charcoal smoke in Caulfield. Diners come for the classic multi-course banquet, sweeping through warm oven-fresh bread, roasted capsicum dips, and spiced manti before platters of juicy mixed grill hit the table. Even with a packed dining room, the floor team moves with easy confidence, keeping wine glasses filled and ensuring celiac guests share in the feast with dedicated gluten-free adjustments. The evening winds down over Turkish-spiced cocktails, hot glasses of apple tea, and crisp künefe.

  • Structured Feast Menus: Multi-course shared feasts pacing through cold and hot mezze, grilled meats, and traditional desserts like künefe.
  • Celiac-Safe Hospitality: Careful adaptations across shared plates and banquets ensure gluten-free and celiac diners feast safely.
  • Sultry Dining Room: Low mood lighting and polished service match an extensive wine list and Turkish-spiced cocktails.
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Why Guests Choose Arda Turkish Restaurant

Discover why groups, dates, and dietary diners choose Arda for generous Turkish banquets and atmospheric dining.

  • Stress-Free Feasting for Groups

    Multi-course banquet menus take the hassle out of group ordering with generous spreads of dips, mezes, and grilled dishes that keep entire tables satisfied.

    There are also great banquet set menus on offer for stress-free dining.

    D Yas

  • Attentive Celebration Hospitality

    Celebrations flow naturally with welcoming hospitality and intuitive floor service that handles party details effortlessly.

    The friendly, attentive staff went above and beyond to ensure everything flowed smoothly and made our evening feel special.

    Orkhan Suleymanov

  • Inclusive Celiac & Dietary Banquet Options

    Mixed parties dine comfortably with thoughtful set banquet accommodations prepared safely for gluten-free and celiac diners alongside vegetarians.

    Our party of 8 had a mix of vegetarians and celiacs but the staff went above and beyond to ensure we could all be part of the banquet.

    Afamia O'Brien

  • Abundant Portions and Rich Variety

    Generously portioned set menus and a wide variety of authentic dishes ensure everyone leaves full and completely satisfied.

    It was alot of food our party of 4 could barely get through half of it.

    dzana loncaric

  • Sultry, Mood-Lit Dining Room

    A sleek, dimly lit dining room paired with signature Turkish-influenced cocktails creates an inviting, romantic setting for dates.

    The ambience was sultry, sleek and the mood lighting definitely set the scene for a great vibe kinda night.

    D Yas

  • Modern Aesthetics Meet Authentic Flavors

    Contemporary presentation blends with genuine Turkish hospitality and cultural warmth for a refined night out.

    Definitely a place to visit if you want to enjoy authentic Turkish cuisine in a modern and aesthetic setting.

    Danni Maria

Signature grilled meats and shared banquet selections

  • Classic Banquet Menu

    We ordered the Classic Banquet menu ($55 p/p) and every single dish was absolutely delicious.

    reysy abudara

  • Mixed Grill

    The mixed grill was absolutely exceptional — you can really taste the love and care in every bite.

    Emmanuel Sgubopulos

  • Iskender Kebab

    The Iskender was a highlight, and it was cool to learn that the owner Serkan is from Bursa,where this dish started he really recommended it and it was delicious

    Saeid Lashgari

  • Lamb Cutlets

    The lamb cutlets are quite literally the best in the southern hemisphere.

    Dina Vasiliadis

Other favorites

Traditional Turkish desserts and specialty beverages to complete the feast

  • Künefe

    we especially enjoyed the künefe—it was the perfect way to end the meal

    reysy abudara

  • Baklava

    the baklava was the perfect balance of sweet and nutty, and paired beautifully with traditional Turkish tea

    Hasti Shakibaei

  • Turkish Apple Tea

    We also loved the Turkish apple tea and would love to know where the secret supply comes from.

    Monika K

  • Turkish Delight

    And don’t get me started on the Turkish delight.

    Dina Vasiliadis

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate group feasts and romantic dinners

  • Hands-on Owner Hospitality

    The owner personally engages with tables, sharing cultural background on regional specialties like Iskender kebab from Bursa to enrich the dining experience.

  • Celiac-Adapted Banquet Course

    Banquet service is actively modified so that diners with celiac disease and vegetarian requirements are fully accommodated alongside the rest of the table.

  • Intuitive Floor Attentiveness

    Tableside service features proactive, seamless care, such as instantly replacing dropped cutlery without waiting for guests to ask.

  • Traditional Turkish Tea Finish

    Multi-course meals conclude with complimentary traditional Turkish tea alongside warm, authentic hospitality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the banquet menus?

Yes. Arda offers multi-course banquet menus, including a $55 per person classic banquet featuring a progression of dips, fresh bread, mixed grilled meats, and traditional desserts like künefe. Portions are generous and well-suited for group dinners.

Are there options for celiac and vegetarian diners?

Yes. Staff accommodate dietary restrictions, with past diners noting that banquet courses can be adapted for vegetarians and guests with celiac disease, alongside dedicated gluten-free options on the menu.

Where can visitors find parking nearby?

Free street parking is available along the surrounding streets, and free parking spots can also be found diagonally across Glen Huntly Road.

What is the seating layout like between upstairs and downstairs?

The dining room is spread across two levels. Downstairs offers a sleek, mood-lit atmosphere, while upstairs provides additional seating for larger bookings and double dates.

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