# Alaturka, Croydon — Reviews & Opening Hours > Alaturka — Turkish Restaurant in Croydon with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.9/5 from 212 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/croydon/restaurants/alaturka (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Turkish Restaurant # Alaturka 147 Wickham Road, Croydon [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12258280166008824103&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Alaturka](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105628491853961237152) **In short:** Alaturka is a Turkish restaurant in Croydon, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 212 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Alaturka Alaturka is a Turkish restaurant on Wickham Road in Croydon serving chicken shish and lamb kofte. The kitchen holds a five-star food hygiene rating. The restaurant takes bookings and accommodates children and groups. It features belly dancers and maintains a lively atmosphere, with staff noted for attentiveness. Portions are generous. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Alaturka's own website](https://alaturkashirley.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 11:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 11:30 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 11:30 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM ### Kitchen hours **Monday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM ## What's nearby - Q Cafe next door - Allen Heritage Estate Agents next door - Cubitt & West Shirley Estate Agents next door - McCoigs Medipharmacy next door - Shirley Inn next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this Turkish restaurant's delicious and authentic food, with many highlighting the tender chicken shish and flavorful lamb kofte. They also mention the lively atmosphere, often enhanced by belly dancers, and the friendly, attentive staff. Guests appreciate the generous portion sizes and good value for money. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.9 / 5 (212 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Croydon Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1781201). [More restaurants in Croydon](https://staycation.co.uk/croydon/restaurants) ★ 4.9 (212 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 [Visit official website](https://alaturkashirley.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [020 8656 9898](tel:02086569898) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Croydon **Plus Code** 9C3X9XF2+V3 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Croydon Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCroydon%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/croydon/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/croydon/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Alaturka? Alaturka is open Mon 12pm–11pm; Tue closed; Wed–Thu 12pm–11pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–11:30pm; Sun 12pm–10:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Alaturka any good? Alaturka is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 212 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Alaturka good for children? Yes, Alaturka is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at Alaturka? Yes, Alaturka takes reservations. ### How do I contact Alaturka? 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