Turkish Bakery · Bowes, London
Kara Firin Menu & Prices
From the first bake of the morning to afternoon treats, these are the 33 items we would expect to see at Kara Firin in Bowes, London.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Kara Firin. Always ask staff about allergens.
Simit & Breads
- Ramazan pidesiV £2.80 Lattice-patterned Ramadan flatbread brushed with egg and scattered with nigella seeds.
- Somun ekmekVVGDF £1.85 Everyday Turkish white loaf with a crisp crust and soft, light crumb.
- BazlamaVVGDF £1.90 Thick, fluffy griddle flatbread from Anatolia, ideal for wrapping or dipping.
- LavaşVVGDF £1.35 Thin, pliable flatbread for wraps, baked fresh in the stone oven.
- SimitPopularVVGDF £1.70 Crunchy sesame-crusted bread ring dipped in grape molasses, the classic Istanbul street snack.
- Pide ekmekPopularVVGDF £2.30 Large, soft Turkish flatbread with a sesame and nigella seed crust.
- Kepekli ekmekVVGDF £2.05 Bran-rich wholemeal loaf with a nutty flavour and hearty texture.
Poğaça & Börek
- ÇatalV £0.95 Crumbly, ring-shaped savoury biscuit from Cyprus, often with olive or cheese.
- Sigara böreği (5)V £3.95 Cigar-shaped fried pastries filled with feta and parsley.
- Kıymalı börek £2.95 Rolled filo pastry filled with seasoned minced lamb and onion.
- Su böreğiPopularV £3.75 Layers of boiled yufka pastry with feta and parsley, baked until golden.
- Patatesli poğaçaV £1.65 Pillowy bun filled with spiced mashed potato and a sprinkle of nigella.
- Kol böreğiV £2.80 Long hand-rolled börek coil with cheese or potato, sold by the piece.
Pide & Lahmacun
- Kuşbaşılı pide £12.50 Pide loaded with tender diced lamb, peppers and tomatoes.
- Lahmacun £5.05 Thin, crisp flatbread spread with spiced lamb, served with lemon and parsley.
- Sucuklu yumurtalı pide £10.00 Pide topped with garlicky Turkish sucuk sausage and a baked egg.
- Kaşarlı pidePopularV £7.55 Boat-shaped flatbread baked with melted kaşar cheese and a golden crust.
- Ispanaklı pideV £8.30 Pide filled with spinach, onion and white cheese, brushed with butter.
- Kıymalı pidePopular £8.45 Oven-baked boat bread filled with spiced minced lamb, tomato and peppers.
Baklava & Sweets
- ŞöbiyetVN £2.30 Cream and pistachio filled filo triangles with a delicate crunch.
- Lokum (250 g)VGFDF £6.55 Soft Turkish delight in rose, lemon and pistachio, dusted with icing sugar.
- SütlaçVGF £3.35 Baked rice pudding with a caramelised top and cinnamon dusting.
- RevaniV £3.60 Semolina sponge soaked in lemony syrup and topped with coconut.
- KünefeVN £6.10 Shredded kadayıf pastry with melted cheese, baked hot and soaked in syrup.
- Fıstıklı baklava (per piece)PopularVN £2.45 Crisp layers of filo, butter and Antep pistachio soaked in light syrup.
- Baklava box (500 g)PopularVN £15.50 Assorted pistachio and walnut baklava, boxed for gifting or sharing.
Breakfast & Drinks
- MenemenPopularV £8.85 Eggs scrambled with tomatoes, peppers and onions, served with fresh bread.
- Kahvaltı tabağıPopularV £9.00 Turkish breakfast plate with cheeses, olives, tomato, cucumber, honey and simit.
- Salep (winter)VGF £3.35 Warming milky drink thickened with orchid root flour and dusted with cinnamon.
- Türk kahvesiVVGGF £3.25 Finely ground coffee brewed in a cezve and served with lokum.
- Türk çayıVVGGF £1.90 Strong black Turkish tea served in a tulip-shaped glass.
- GözlemeV £7.55 Hand-rolled flatbread cooked on a griddle with spinach and cheese filling.
- AyranVGF £2.05 Chilled, salty yoghurt drink that pairs well with börek and pide.
Ordering tips for Kara Firin
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
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