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Turfan
Turfan chicken
Described as the most delicious fried chicken by a reviewer, praised for incredible seasoning and cooking techniques.
Okroshka
A favorite cold soup made with cucumber, eggs, potatoes, kefir, mayonnaise, dill, and soda; noted as truly refreshing and delicious.
Dumpling soup
Highly liked by a visitor who found it better than any dumpling soup they had before.
Fried lagman boso on tomato
Praised for beautifully cooked thick noodles with meat and vegetables, resulting in a delicious dish.
Lagman gyanbian-tsomian
Also highlighted as a beautifully cooked noodle dish with meat and vegetables, very delicious.
Kebabs
Mentioned multiple times as amazing and part of the authentic Turkish and local cuisine experience.
Plov
Noted simply as delicious by one reviewer, indicating it as a recommended traditional dish.
Kimzyak bylik (hearty fish and vegetable stew)
Mentioned as a new favorite comfort food by a reviewer, recommended for its hearty and satisfying qualities.
Baclava
Described as decent and accompanying the tea and lemon offerings well.
Tea (fruit teas such as cherry and lime)
Highly praised with a great selection of fruit teas; recommended to try the cherry and lime tea.
Freshly baked bread
Praised for being tasty, fresh, and aromatic, often finished before the main meal arrives.
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 10:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Turfan
Turfan is a cafe and Turkish restaurant in Astana, Kazakhstan, located on the banks of the Ishim River. The menu includes Turkish and other Turkic dishes, with reviewers repeatedly praising lagman, shashlik, plov, salads, and flatbread. Reviewers also consistently mention the cozy, casual atmosphere, clean interior, and attentive or friendly service. It is described as reasonably priced and popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Coffee
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Turfan known for?
Turfan is best known for lagman, especially the thick noodle versions like fried lagman boso on tomato and lagman gyanbian-tsomian. Reviewers also highlight kebabs, döner kebabs, güveç, and Turfan chicken, along with fresh house-baked bread and tea.
What dishes are most recommended at Turfan?
Reviewers most often recommend lagman, shashlik, plov, salads, and flatbread, with soups also getting strong praise. Specific standouts mentioned include okroshka, dumpling soup, kebabs, baclava, and kimzyak bylik, a hearty fish and vegetable stew.
What is the atmosphere like at Turfan?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and clean, with an authentically designed interior and a nice river view near Kenesary Khan’s Statue. It works well for groups and tourists, and solo diners are also a common crowd.
Is Turfan good value, and what is the price range?
Turfan is in the ₸2,000–10,000 range, and reviewers repeatedly call it reasonably priced or good value. People mention that the portions and overall experience feel worth the cost, especially for Turkish and Turkic dishes, tea, and bread.
What should I know before visiting Turfan?
It is often busy, so there can be a wait for a table and for service, especially if you are in a hurry. Reviewers also note that the menu is well illustrated, the tea selection is strong, and the restaurant accepts reservations and card payments.
Is parking available at Turfan?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Turfan kid-friendly?
Yes, Turfan is good for kids.
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