Central Anatolia
Tucked inside the Münire Medresesi complex, we like this place for its local specialities such as banduma (chicken and filo pastry drenched in butter and…
Central Anatolia
Tucked inside the Münire Medresesi complex, we like this place for its local specialities such as banduma (chicken and filo pastry drenched in butter and…
Göreme
This wee canteen is Göreme's new favourite for cheap tasty lunches of dönerli sandviç (döner kebap sandwich), dürüm sandviç (the same but wrapped in…
Cappadocia
Set on the Karagöz family's rooftop, this friendly place rustles up hearty home-cooking feasts. Local mezes are followed by your choice of wholesome mains…
İzmir & the North Aegean
Standing out from most other Bozcaada restaurants with its wider range of interesting mezes, Hasan Tefik is definitely worth seeking out. Menu highlights…
Antalya
Housed in a former oil depot on the rocks overlooking the harbour, this upmarket balık evi (fish restaurant) specialises in mezes and seafood from sea…
Göreme
The menu here is big on kiremit (clay-dish baked) and sote (sauté) dishes as well as testi kebapı (meat and vegetable stew slow-cooked in a sealed…
İzmir & the North Aegean
A good value alternative to Bozcaada's more expensive cafes and restaurants, Boboz specialises in tasty gourmet sandwiches. Seafood, meat and vegetarian…
Western Anatolia
The licensed restaurant at the Çamlık Motel is a local favourite for grilled lake fish enjoyed with views of the water. When the weather's fine, enjoy a…
Konya
Old-timer on the Konya scene, Şifa has had a rather smart makeover. As well as tasty pide (Turkish-style pizza) and typical kebaps, check out the menu for…
Black Sea Coast
This place is hard to beat for really genuine Sinop-style home cooking (manti, dolmas, local breakfasts), though the hushed, whitewashed interior fails to…
Göreme
Fatma and son Ali serve good-value Turkish favourites of gözleme (stuffed flatbreads), menemen (scrambled eggs with peppers, tomatoes and sometimes cheese…
Imren Nostalji Cafe & Lokumları
Safranbolu
We've eaten a lot of börek (filled pastries) in our time but the su böreği (lasagne-like layered pastry laced with white cheese and parsley) we had here…
Eastern Mediterranean
Heading north on Atatürk Caddesi, turn right into 62002 Sokak and then left into 62001 Sokak to find this relaxed neighbourhood lokanta (restaurant…
Sultanahmet
This branch of the popular local chain is a great place to enjoy the Sutış signature dish – bal kamak (honey and clotted cream), which is wonderful…
Cappadocia
This modest diner serves wholesome local dishes packed full of fresh, local flavour. This is home-style cooking executed brilliantly and without any…
Ayvalık
Tucked away in the middle of Ayvalık's Pazar Yeri, the shaded garden at this family-owned lokanta is a good place for seasonal meze and prepared dishes…
Istanbul
The usta (grill master) at this simple place presides over a charcoal grill where choice cuts of meats are cooked to perfection. You can claim a stool, or…
İzmir & the North Aegean
One of a number of lokantas (eateries serving ready-made food) that can be found on the town's main drag, this friendly place next to the hamam has indoor…
Istanbul
After a morning spent trading repartee with the touts in the Grand Bazaar, you'll be in need of a respite. And where better than this Western-style cafe…
Göreme
Simply the best pide (Turkish-style pizza) in town is found in this local haunt. The cavernous wood oven fires up meat and vegetarian options and anything…
Western Anatolia
A popular hangout with Afyon's younger set, Badem rustles up a mixed menu of international and Turkish favourites, from burgers to gözleme (stuffed…
Cappadocia
Lunch on gözleme (stuffed flatbreads), yaprak sarma (stuffed vine leaves) and other staple Turkish dishes, served up at this good-value restaurant run by…
Cappadocia
Right beside the river, this friendly, family-run place has a wonderful shady terrace and is just the spot for lunch and chilling out with a beer after a…
Black Sea Coast
The open-fronted fishmonger downstairs is a good indication of the fresh fare you'll eat at this 1st-floor seafood restaurant. Just point to what you want…
Beyoğlu
The name means 'my soul, my liver', and this small place behind the Ali Hoca Türbesi specialises in grilled liver served with herbs, ezme (spicy tomato…
Datça & Bozburun Peninsulas
For fair prices and hearty food, the Falcon is perfect: a stone oven pumps out delicious pide (₺13 to ₺20) or opt for sizzling lamb and chicken dishes…
Sultanahmet
Offering a taste of the sumptuous dishes once served in the great Ottoman palaces, Deraliye offers diners the chance to order delights such as the goose…
Mardin
This friendly place packs in the atmosphere with a collection of old radios and gramophones inside and a friendly tail-wagging welcome from the restaurant…
Western Anatolia
Meze and fresh grilled fish on the seafront are the name of the game at this simple blue-and-white place owned by a super-friendly couple. Have the levrek…
Sultanahmet
One of a growing number of İstanbul restaurants specialising in so-called Ottoman palace cuisine, Matbah offers dishes that were devised centuries ago in…
Sultanahmet
Located between Sultanahmet and the Grand Bazaar, this clean and popular place offers hazır yemek (ready-made dishes) at reasonable prices. You can order…
Thrace & Marmara
Next to the water ('liman' means 'harbour'), this laid-back place is particularly pleasant on summer nights, when seats on the outdoor terrace are highly…
Ürgüp
The menu here is a meander through Turkish favourites with a modern twist from tandır (clay oven) cooked lamb to the destroy-your-waistline-but-worth-it…
Ankara
Tuck into some of the fattest, juiciest gözleme (stuffed flatbreads) in town or a filling bowl of mantı (Turkish ravioli) at this super-friendly little…
Central Anatolia
We've eaten a lot of pide (Turkish-style pizza) in our time and we'll stick our neck out to say Plevne dishes up some of the best in Turkey. Order the…
Eastern Mediterranean
Antakya's premier spot for affordable tasty meals, this bustling place is just the ticket to dive into Hatay's fusion of Middle Eastern and Turkish…
Beyoğlu
Serdar-ı Ekrem Caddesi is one of the most attractive streets in Galata, full of ornate 19th-century apartment blocks and avant-garde boutiques. Mavra was…
Beyoğlu
A Beyoğlu institution, İnci was forced out of its historic İstiklal Caddesi premises in 2012, but reopened on a side street and continues to delight…
Ankara
Ankara finally gets a decent Indian restaurant and yes, they can turn up the spice level for you. Arabic and Chinese dishes are also offered but stick to…
Beyoğlu
As well as being one of the best delicatessens in the city, Namlı offers a tempting sit-down or takeaway selection of breakfast dishes, sandwiches, salad…
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