Truva Turkish Kitchen - Mason

Food is amazing...restaurant is beautiful.My wife and I went this past Monday for dinner, which started off with delicious fresh bread and a dipping sauce made of oil and various herbs.Next came the appetizer for two. A wonderful plate of hummus, tzatziki, tabbouleh and a couple of other things that I can't remember. We ate that with the bread.Next came our main courses. My wife got the doner kebab and I got the Sultan's Favorite. She loved her meal but I more than loved mine. So delicious...Did I mention the wonderful service?

Truva was a peaceful respite on a Friday at 5 pm, much to the delight of us introverts! It almost concerned me, why wasn't it busier? Is it the food, the prices? While I will definitely return for the food, there is some restraint required.Pros:Service - polite & professional. Was kind enough to ask kitchen if we could replace the bulgar with salad, as we both don't eat wheat, even though at first the waiter said I don't think so.Also, the evening ends with complimentary Turkish tea - it was such a nice surprise!Chicken Kebab - tender, juicy, flavorful, and a healthy amount was plated.My husband had the Kofta, and it was equally as delicious. To him, it was better than my dish, but he's big on red meat.Cons:Prices - Everything is $3-$5 too expensive. Cocktail prices were what I expect being at a swankier restaurant, or somewhere downtown. Though the French Martini was well done, It will not be worth that price no matter how good it is. Main dishes were also quite pricy, I'd like to see more veggies on the plate.Dessert prices were crazy! They bring out a charming dessert cart, I selected 3 *tiny* pistachio baklava puffs....it was $15!?! Needed more pistachio flavor, IMO.If you want to dine smartly at Truva, skip drinks, appetizers, and dessert, and enjoy the kebabs. They provide bread & oil, plus the aperitif of tea. Will still be a lovely meal!

This is a poor man's Phoenician Taverna (approx. 1 mile up the road from Truva), but at least I can say I've given it an honest shot with 4 of us having a January dinner there.Wife liked the falafels while I felt they were burned to a dark brown crisp; is that really a thing with frying falafel now? Anyway, I found the charred exterior off-putting. Menu is extremely lamb-heavy BTW. Neither of us eat lamb so also a strike against Truva. One of our friends ordered a big plate of it, thin shaved gyro style, which appeared semi-grayish and with uninspired plating. His wife got a filet steak and it arrived in 5-6 random cut chunks with a mound of white rice and grilled veggies served up on a wood platter. Again it was an unattractive presentation. The space is beautiful, it's the old Maplewood Kitchen and left relatively untouched by Truva management. Service was excellent, so I give an extra star to account for stellar waiter and fast kitchen service. It could easily be 2 stars, as I'm convinced I'll likely never stop back in for a second try. However, the very nice dining space and great service ups the rating to stars.However, I won't be back there, unless it's to try a lunch.

I came back here after the yelp black and gold event and I brought my husband with me to try the food here. My husband and I enjoyed the food immensely. The server was awesome and even the chef came out to make sure that our food was tasty, which it was awesome. The restaurant was clean and looked amazing as it did 2 weeks ago at the event. I'm fairly certain that my hubby and I will be back to eat here again soon.

I have been here twice for a business lunch and had good experiences both times. My latest time was with a 7 person group and we were seated quickly which was great. The staff is super attentive and friendly. The space is very clean and a nicer elevated vibe.I have had multiple of their lunch special items and their salads. Their food is always super tender and full of flavor. Overall, the lunch menu items are very fairly priced as well. I would definitely recommend for a business lunch if you are in the area!

For an exquisite taste of authentic Turkish cuisine, Truva stands as a culinary gem in the Miami Valley. With locations in both Kenwood and Mason, Ohio, it offers the finest in Turkish dining closer to home.The restaurants are easy to locate, and once inside, you'll be enchanted by their charm and ambiance. Whether you're dining with a large group or enjoying a quiet meal alone, Truva accommodates all occasions with grace. For private meetings or gatherings, a separate room is also available to ensure a more intimate experience.The service is impeccable--attentive and professional in every aspect. After living in Turkey for over two decades, I confidently regard myself as a discerning judge of Turkish cuisine and service, and Truva meets the highest standards. - Afiyet Olsun

Spectacular experience.I lived in Turkey for a few years, and I haven't found a Turkish restaurant I loved as much as this one. The service was impeccable. The food was DELICIOUS - and the prices were comparable to the generous portions of food they gave.The atmosphere was relaxed and more open than the other Truva location in Cinci. I can't wait to go back - my mouth is filling with saliva just thinking about it!Tip: The Mixed Platter for two was enough for 3 of us! We got that and the appetizer sampler for 2 - fantastic! That's what I would get for a group for the first time. Lamacun was okay - I would try pide the next time I go!

Popped in with our daughter (just under 2) for dinner and the food and service was awesome. We asked for our daughter's food right away while we looked over the menu and it was brought out quickly much to her delight. We enjoyed cabbage rolls (two huge rolls!) and a salad (also large) with some added protein and they were both so so good. While we were enjoying our food, the staff was super friendly and kind to our daughter each time they would pass. The ambiance is a nice middle ground, you can dress up wear a pair of jeans and both would be suitable.

Wish I had tried this sooner. I can't wait to share with friends how wonderful this place is!Food was phenomenal, beautiful setting, attentive service, even priced quite reasonable. Definitely going back soon!

It's Christmas Day and we are out of town and don't celebrate the holiday. Found Truva, read the reviews and decided to go. It was a great decision. As for the reviews that criticize the service, it was spot on tonight. My partner has a yeast allergy (I let the restaurant know when I booked)and the manager came over and explained what had yeast and what did not. The server was wonderful and explained the menu.We started with grape leaves, hummus and spinach borek. The grape leaves were amazing. The hummus was nice (we got veggies to dip) and borek was good.My doner kebab (served with rice and veggies) was exceptional. My partner's Adena kebab was nicely spiced and excellent. The dessert custard was also great.The restaurant was beautiful. It was not crowded but a nice amount people shared the holiday with them. It was one of the best meals I had in 2024!!