Tea for Turtle teahouse Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Tea for Turtle teahouse, a cozy haven nestled in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This teahouse offers a thoughtfully curated menu combining vibrant Middle Eastern flavors with comforting café staples. Guests can indulge in delightful Mezza options such as creamy labneh, crispy falafel, and fresh tabbouleh, all priced at an approachable $9.99. The Wraps section presents toppings and flavors like the satisfying Farmer's Wrap and the flavorful Falafel Wrap, catering to various tastes—perfect for a quick meal or a leisurely lunch.
Additionally, the authenticity of their Manoosh dishes, including the traditional Zataar, showcases the essence of fine dining in a casual environment. The serene atmosphere is complemented by friendly service, making it a favored spot for both students and casual visitors alike. Join us at Tea for Turtle for a culinary adventure that feels like home with every bite!
Manoosh
Jebneh
Authentic white (Akkawi) cheese with seeds mix
Zataar
Traditional Thyme blend with extra virgin olive oil
Dukkah
Traditional red blend of herbs & spices with tomato & onions
Hambra
Special tomato & pepper sauce topped with Mozzarella & Basel
Farmers Wrap
Eggs, Hashbrown, Grilled Tomato, Cheddar cheese. Choose between Chipotle or Jalapeno Lime Sauce
Falafel Wrap
Fresh Falafel, Hummus, Tahini salad, Pickles fresh Sprouts, mild chili sauce
Halloumi El-Greco
Grilled Halloumi & Bell pepper, Tzatziki, lettuce, tomato, olives, fresh basil
Veggie Wrap
Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Spinach, Carrots, peppers, and fresh sprouts. All on a spread of hummus, and olive thyme sauce
Classic Turkey
Smoked Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato, Dill pickles, Mayo, melted cheddar cheese
Simple Salami
Salami, Lettuce, Tomato, Dill pickles, Mayo, melted cheddar cheese
Easy Tuna
Light Tuna, Mayo, Dijon mustard, Lettuce, Dill pickles, Onions, Pepper
Wraps
Mezza
Hummus
Creamy chickpeas paste with tahini, lemon & olive oil
Ful
fava beans dip with tomato & green onion
Dibs Tahini
Tahini Molasses mix
Labneh
Creamy cheese from strained yogurt with olives & olive oil
Gallayeh
elegant simple dish of Tomato, Garlic, Jalapeno, and Olive oil
Makdous
pickled baby eggplant stuffed with walnut & pepper
Halloumi
Grilled Mediterranean white cheese
Shakshuka
poached eggs in spicy homemade tomato sauce
Omelette
Egg & cream mixed with veggies
Hurraq
Lentils with dough, onions, cilantro, garlic, topped with pita chips
Vine Leaves
rolled vine leaves stuffed with rice
Tahini Salad
Mixed salad in Lemon, tahini, & yoghurt sauce
Baba Ganoush
Chunky grilled eggplant dip with Mixed Veggies
Falafel
Crispy fried chickpea & parsley balls with herbs & spices
Tabbouleh
Parsley salad with tomatoes and Burgul