What’s My Craving? Sultan Baklava

Hard to believe that it's been 6 months since Sultan (sort of) reopened in the Gaslamp and I'd only been there once!

I was really craving a Lahmacun and Sultan had always made a pretty good one. It is in fact, better than many that we've had in Turkey. It's a tribute to the food Sultan makes that inspired us to travel to Turkey. Still, the location always seems to be a hassle. And for some strange reason, I'm worried that someday the place may jump the shark. I hope not……. Yet, I shouldn't worry, especially when I get antepezme (acili ezme) as super spicy as this.

Whoa, this was much more spicy than I recalled. I'm wondering if it's me, or if they've really turned up the heat on this. Still, it was wonderful with the lavas.

Of course I had come here for the lahmacun.

The Missus was working so I sent Her a photo and a caption; "as good as ever". Yeasty, savory, and so satisfying. The spices were right on; adding a nice complex component to this $4 bread topped with spiced meat.

As I was finishing up, I felt a hand on my shoulder and another hand placed a plate with a baklava in front of me. It was the owner; one of the nicest folks……. He had a seat and we chatted for a while….first things first you know; the inquiry about how our families are doing. Then about how business was….I was a bit worried since it was 530 on a Friday and the place was empty. He smiled and said, "it is great….right now because it is Ramadan there is a line outside the restaurant at 8 every night".  The baklava was fresh, still warm, crisp, light, and satisfying. Much like my visit.

I gotta drop by more often.

Sultan Baklava Mediterranean Cuisine
770 4th Ave
San Diego, CA