Beyoğlu
One of the two branches of this much-loved dondurma (Turkish ice cream) chain that are on İstiklal Caddesi.
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İzmir
To enjoy an ice cream while strolling along the kordon, head to this branch of the popular national chain.
The Bosphorus Suburbs
Originating in the southeastern region of Maraş, dondurma (Turkish ice cream) has a distinctive chewy texture, thanks to its unusual ingredients of salep …
Ölüdeniz
Partly housed in a wooden cabin, the restaurant of the Oba has a reputation for home-style food at palatable prices. The menu offers everything from…
Trabzon
For ultra late-night dining on the meydan, head for this compact, popular lokanta (eatery serving ready-made food) which never closes. Staples include…
Istanbul
Fight your way through the crowds of shoppers that jam Hasırcılar Caddesi and you'll eventually come to this tiny pideci on the corner of Limoncu Sokak,…
Turquoise Coast
Much loved by locals, this simple place off the main square dishes up tasty Turkish favourites with plenty of smiles. The outdoor tables on a little…
İzmir
‘Snacking’, located on a lane running north of Şehit Nevresbey Bulvarı, offers enormous jacket (baked) potatoes (kumpir) with a choice of fillings that…
Turquoise Coast
This whitewashed and wooden lakeside restaurant serves mixed meze platters,alabalık(trout) and grills. The shaded terrace has lovely views of the lake.
Turquoise Coast
About 100m south of the Church of St Nicholas, this simple but spotless place with outside seating is a local favourite for pide and grilled meats.
Turquoise Coast
This welcoming restaurant on the main square has a large array of tasty pre-cooked dishes, as well as pide and köfte (meatballs).
Antalya
Grab a köfte ekmek (meatball sandwich; ₺13 with chips) at this snack bar, and add your own tomato, onion, pickle and garnish.
Selçuk
Like the larger Saturday version, this market offer fruits, veg and cheeses from village farms in the surrounding area.
İzmir
Opposite the Basmane train station, this friendly eatery never sleeps and specialises in ızgara (grills).
Diyarbakır
This restored 450-year old house conceals a leafy courtyard and poignant reminders of its former Jewish owners. (Look for the carved Star of David in the…
Diyarbakır
More expensive than the kahvaltı spots along Kıbrıs Caddesi, but worth it for the glorious ambience of the restored Hasan Paşa Hanı. Enjoy a leisurely…
Diyarbakır
Nosh on freshly prepared meat dishes, hearty casseroles and stuffed vegetables in this brisk Diyarbakır institution. It also does superb crisp wood-fired…
Diyarbakır
This bright eatery outside the city walls is famous for its kaburga dolması (lamb stuffed with rice and almonds). Round it off with a devilish İrmik…
