Tiny Eastern Anatolian specialist for collagen-rich paça, bozbaş, and lamb tandoor; flavors polarize and hygiene/service consistency divides diners.
Kars Iğdır Lokantası delivers authentic, deeply flavored traditional cooking that justifies its loyal following, particularly for collagen-rich paça and slow-cooked lamb. However, multiple hygiene complaints and variable execution across visits prevent a higher grade, while the cramped, often-crowded space and polarized service experiences limit broader appeal. It's a worthwhile destination for adventurous diners seeking genuine Anatolian heritage, but not without caveats.
One caveat: Hygiene complaints recur (dirty spice jars, occasional hair reports)