Welcome to Alaturco Gyro

Alaturco Gyro in Ballston Spa, NY, is a halal eatery known for generous portions, tender lamb gyros, flavorful rice bowls, and authentic sides like stuffed grape leaves and baklava. With friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s a local favorite for fresh, hearty Mediterranean meals.
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General Info

Alaturco Gyro, located at 142 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa, NY, is a small, independently owned halal restaurant that has quickly become a hidden gem for locals and visitors alike. This spot is known for serving generous portions that make every meal feel like a great value. Many diners who stop by for lunch often find themselves with enough food for the next day, thanks to the hearty servings of rice bowls, salads, and gyros.

One of the standout favorites here is the lamb, which is praised for being succulent, moist, and full of flavor — a detail that sets it apart from many quick-service Mediterranean places. The lamb gyro, in particular, has developed a following, combining tender meat with fresh ingredients and warm pita. While the pita bread itself may be simple, it complements the well-seasoned meats and sides perfectly.

The menu offers a satisfying range of options, from stuffed grape leaves to vibrant rice bowls, ensuring that there’s something for everyone. Each dish is prepared with care, and the consistency in taste and quality makes this a place where customers feel confident trying new items each time they visit. To finish a meal on a sweet note, the baklava is highly recommended — rich, flaky, and often described as some of the best around.

Beyond the food, the atmosphere at Alaturco Gyro is warm and welcoming. The staff is consistently noted for their kindness, quick service, and genuine hospitality. It’s the kind of place where you immediately feel like a valued guest, whether you’re grabbing a quick takeout lunch or enjoying a relaxed bite between errands. Its location next to a bus stop also makes it a convenient option for anyone in the area looking for a satisfying meal on the go.

Alaturco Gyro combines flavor, friendliness, and affordability in a way that keeps people coming back. Whether you’re craving a hearty rice bowl, a perfectly balanced gyro, or a sweet piece of baklava, this small shop delivers an experience that feels both comforting and memorable.

HOUR OPENING
  • Monday
    Closed
  • Tuesday
    10:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    10:30 AM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday
    10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Friday
    10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Saturday
    10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
  • Sunday
    10:30 AM - 09:00 PM

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What customers say?

“ Food was very good, customer service was good. Only issues I had was the guy at the cash register did not know what an item consist of when asked. Very important when someone is unfamiliar with the type of food being served. I had the chicken shawarma and dolma very good!!! ”

“ Small, independently owned halal restaurant. Stopped in for lunch takeout, and so glad I did! Now I've got lunch tomorrow too, because the portions are generous. Very friendly service, fast and accurate. Lamb was succulent and moist. No dry meat here! I got the rice bowl with salad, stuffed grape leaf, meat and pita. Pita itself was nothing special, but everything else was great! And the baklava was some of the best I've ever had. Definitely worth the price, and the calories! Wish I lived closer...I'd be a regular. Thanks for a wonderful meal (or two!). ”

“ Today we visited for the first time. Lunch today was delicious. We tried the chicken and the lamb. We will definitely eat here again. Highly recommend as a quick lunch spot or take out for a group. Parking lot right next door. ”

“ Very friendly and great people there. Food was amazing, and also they give us Baklava for free that was really amazing. It pushed me to buy more to take home! I really recommend it, you can park the car around and take a sit inside. ”

“ No frills counter serve Turkish and Mediterranean fare with typical staples of gyros, chicken, falafel, stuffed grape leaves. Desserts include baklava and chocolate baklava ”

“ Nice restaurant especially the sweet Baklava sweet out of the world. Small restaurant with good warm welcoming people and tasty food highly recommended.. ”

“ Forgot to take photos of our food but food was so good! Came here to support a wonderful halal business-grateful to have these places to eat at when traveling. The owners were friendly and brought out the food so fast, but literally everything was so fresh, soft, and yummy. We got the mixed chicken and lamb gyro rice platter, stuffed grape leaves, falafel bowl, and baklava. The stuffed grape leaves were exactly the way I love them. Also, it’s so rare to find such soft and juicy baklava! So glad to have found this place and for the opportunity to eat here. We found a small public parking lot next to the restaurant that still had several spaces available around noon on a Saturday at the end of April. But if it’s a busier time I imagine one might need to find street parking. Note that there’s a couple of small tables outside and a few seats by the windows indoors. Small space so it’s very warm inside. Highly recommend. If we were in the area, we’d definitely want to keep coming back to this place for the nice people and good food. ”

“ Food is really good! I'd say the hotdogs are a little overhyped on social media (what isn't?), they're good dogs. But the mixed chicken and lamb gyro/platter are excellent. The service is great too - super tasty, super friendly! Be warned though - it is very much a hole in the wall, so you might not find space to dine-in when it gets busy. ”

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142 Milton Ave, Ballston Spa, NY 12020, United States

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