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Selçuk

Restaurants in Selçuk

  1. A

    Eski Ev

    Rather touristy, but with an undeniably pleasing courtyard set amid fruit trees, the 'Old House' offers varied Turkish fare.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Wallabies Aquaduct Restaurant

    Beneath the hotel of the same name, this recently refurbished restaurant spills out onto the square beneath the Byzantine aqueduct, guaranteeing atmospheric summer dining. The traditional Anatolian fare is complemented by more international offerings, including veggie dishes and fish. Definitely try the house specialty, krep tavuk sarması – a specially seasoned chicken dish, baked under a ridge of mashed potatoes sprinkled with bechamel sauce. Incredibly delicious.

    reviewed

  3. C

    Ovalı Patisserie Café

    Turkish puds can be fetched from the Ovalı Patisserie Café.

    reviewed

  4. D

    Okumuşlar Pide Salonu

    Next door to the bus station (and one of several branches), it does fabulous pides (including veggie ones).

    reviewed

  5. E

    Market

    Self-caterers (and sightseers) will enjoy Selçuk's Saturday market, behind the bus station. This and the Wednesday market (behind the train station) offer fruits, veg and cheeses from village farms.

    reviewed

  6. F

    Sişçı Yaşarın Yeri

    A popular spot for köfte and kebaps, this stall has tables.

    reviewed

  7. G

    Selçuk Köftecisi

    This classic köfte (meatball) joint, family-run since 1959, offers great but small meat portions and tasty side salads.

    reviewed

  8. H

    Roma

    Having learnt the art of ice cream-making from his father, Feridun, the owner, now produces some heavenly home-made flavours. His particular recommendations are: walnut, black mulberry and mixed chocolate.

    reviewed

  9. I

    Karameşe

    If you fancy a cuppa, gözleme (savoury crêpe, or even a snooze in between the sightseeing, amid cool and verdant rambling gardens, pop into the Karameşe across the road from the mosque.

    reviewed

  10. J

    Seçkin Ciğercı

    Small and simple, but with a good reputation for food, is Seçkin Ciğercı. Going since 1956 and run by four generations of the same family from the cosiest kitchen you've ever seen, it's a great place.

    reviewed

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  12. K

    Old House Restaurant & Bar

    With tables set in little courtyard amid grapefruit and pomegranate trees, and decorated with lanterns, bird cages and wicker chairs, this is a pretty, cool and intimate place that does tasty Turkish dishes. Try the appetising speciality 'Old House Kebap' served sizzling on a platter

    reviewed

  13. L

    Café Carpouza

    Housed in the 133-year-old former railway workers' lodging in the middle of a large green square, this is a cool, tranquil and relaxing place for breakfast, a beer or a cup of coffee, either on the veranda or inside the atmospheric building. Run by the municipality, prices are kept low; this place offers the best value in town.

    reviewed

  14. M

    Amazon

    With its classical music and stools around a bar, the brand-new Amazon looks more wine-bar than restaurant, but the İzmiri chef has a great reputation and serves good international dishes using fresh local ingredients. The set lunch is great value. The paintings hung on the walls are by young local artists and are for sale. Outside there are a few tables with distant views of the Artemis temple.

    reviewed

  15. N

    St John's Café

    Despite, or perhaps because, it being Selçuk's most touristy cafe-shop, St John's has the town's widest coffee selection, various toasts and other international snacks. There's a play area for restless youngsters, too.

    reviewed

  16. O

    Okumuş Mercan Restaurant

    Set in a small courtyard beside a fountain in the shade of a 100-year-old mulberry tree, this place is loved locally for its traditional home fare at good prices.

    reviewed

  17. P

    Kebab House Mehmet & Alibaba

    Covered in testimonials from contented customers, this friendly and informal joint dishes out tasty Turkish fare. The smiley owners are eager to please and are happy to educate the uninitiated palate with a variety of local treats such as Adana kebap. Complimentary coffee and yoghurt sides are the norm.

    reviewed

  18. Q

    Ejder Restaurant

    Roughly opposite the Byzantine aqueduct, this tiny but time-tested local favourite serves delicious Turkish dishes – if you can't decide, take the whole sizzling Anatolian meat platter. The kind owners, Mehmet and his wife Rahime, are proud to show off the guest books and memorabilia, which include photos from the Clinton family's visit and a touching guest entry from the late, great Steve Irwin.

    reviewed