Çanakkale
Hidden in the wisteria-covered courtyard of a late 19th-century caravanserai is this atmospheric hybrid çay bahçesi (tea garden) and bar that doubles as a…
Must-see nightlife in Thrace & Marmara
Çanakkale
Often bathed in sunshine, this hip cafe and roastery serves up excellent coffees, including very good lattes and flat whites. Secure a table outside or…
Çanakkale
One of Çanakkale's newest eating and drinking spots is also one of its most versatile. Downstairs, lured by frosty brews, international street food and…
Çanakkale
Turkish craft beer in Çanakkale – who'd have thought? The Helles Cafe increases its friendly ambience and al fresco appeal along the kordon by serving…
Edirne
Its laid-back ambience, pleasant outdoor deck and bargain snack-and-beer combo deals make Kahverengi popular with a youthful local clientele. Efes beer is…
Edirne
Local residents are as enamoured of the Mado chain of dondurma (Turkish ice cream) cafes as the rest of their compatriots, and flock to this huge branch…
Çanakkale
Regulars crowd in for cocktails served amid colourful street art and wall murals, and the international menu features pizza, pasta, steaks, salads and…
Çanakkale
One of the best spots to be when the sun sets over the Dardanelles, Golf has a huge outdoor terrace where you can enjoy a beer or a glass of tea while…
Thrace & Marmara
Run by Mersut, a rakı (aniseed brandy)–loving local who revels in his role as host, the Boomerang is a kitschy Aussie- and Kiwi-themed beach shack that…
Edirne
A boozy atmosphere, friendly staff and live halk meziği (folk music) five days per week are the attractions at this traditional Turkish tavern. Basic…
Bayramefendi Osmanlı Kahvecisi
Çanakkale
This colourful, wood-lined cafe is a homage to coffee prepared many ways. Try to secure an outside table for ocean breezes along the kordon – and look for…
Çanakkale
Dominating the cafe action at the southern end of the kordon, Şakir'in Yeri is as popular for breakfast – the pastries are delicious – as it is for…
Çanakkale
This thumping club at the northern end of the kordon spins Turkish pop for its party-focused patrons and offers drink deals for early-birds. Check its…
