New Rooftop Mediterranean Dining Comes to Turtle Bay

Gothamites looking for a casual rooftop dining and drinking experience now have a new destination at Ali Baba's Terrace. The Mediterranean restaurant recently renovated its second floor to create an elevated eatery, complete with retractable roof and bar. Framed by floor to ceiling windows, patrons can enjoy wrap-around views of the metropolis, while sipping on specialty spirits or noshing on something to savor from the restaurant's newly expanded menu, which includes Happy Hour specials.

Said owner Aliriza Dogan, "I wanted a space in which my customers could escape the hustle and bustle of the city, relax in the sun and enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean. With the push of a button, we can retract the ceiling and create an oasis."

Named after Aliriza "Ali" Dogan and the Turkish word for father, "baba", the menu at Ali Baba's Terrace celebrates the flavors of the Mediterranean. Highlights of the father and son team's new dishes include:

Octopus Salad - Charr-grilled octopus, with green bell pepper, tomato, onion and lemon vinaigrette

Gavuardagi Salad - Chopped tomato, cucumber, walnut, onion and parsley, drizzled with pomegranate vinaigrette

Kibbeh - Turkish-spiced lamb meatballs with pine nuts, encased in a wheat bulgur crust

Sac Kavurma - Slow-braised cubed lamb, infused with Mediterranean spices, served with homemade lavash bread

The new Happy Hour menu offers crafty cocktails for $6, wine by the glass for $5 and beer for $4 each, alongside small plates for $5, Monday-Friday, 4:00-6:00pm. Ali Baba's Terrace is located at 862 Second Avenue (at 46th Street) New York, NY 10017, and open daily for lunch and dinner from 11:00AM-11:00PM. Telephone 212.888.8622, www.alibabasterrace.com, www.facebook.com/AlibabaRestaurant.

About Ali Baba's Terrace - Located in the Turtle Bay section of New York City, Ali Baba's Terrace is a casual, welcoming restaurant specializing in authentic Mediterranean fare. Each dish is prepared using time- honored methods and premium, customary ingredients, many of which are imported from Turkey. From signature handmade dumplings filled with delicately seasoned lamb, to charr grilled-to-perfection kabobs, the flavors of the Mediterranean are featured throughout the menu. The restaurant is crowned with a spectacular outdoor rooftop dining terrace, with retractable ceiling and private room for year-round special events and business functions. Gluten free/vegan options and delivery is available.

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