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Helvetia

Middle Eastern Buffet, Vegan Dishes

4.8food Very vegan-friendly

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients

Choose up to five different dishes per plate to sample a variety of vegan mezze.
Good to know: Ask staff to point out vegan dishes to avoid non-vegan ingredients like yogurt.

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Enjoy outdoor seating for a lively and local atmosphere.
Expect limited seating and a fairly quick turnover during busy lunch and dinner hours.
Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi if spending time dining or working here.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention aubergine, dolma and mercimek köftesi.

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Also red beans, rice, beans, bulgur and okra.

Good for

The vibe: work & study The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, affordable and generous portions.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere, good value, lively atmosphere and fast service.

Good to know

Outdoor seating
Wi-Fi
Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
Cards and mobile pay

About

Helvetia serves a daily-changing buffet of Middle Eastern and Turkish home-style dishes where you select up to five items per plate, including many vegetarian and vegan options like lentil balls and stuffed bell peppers. The restaurant has a laid-back atmosphere with limited indoor and outdoor seating, offers free Wi-Fi, and prices are budget-friendly around 60-160 Turkish Lira per plate. Friendly staff assist diners in identifying vegan dishes, making it popular for quick, authentic meals especially around lunch and dinner time.