Best Restaurants in Antalya 2025
Explore the culinary scene of Antalya - from local favorites to fine dining.
Antalya is Turkey's premier Mediterranean resort province, stretching along the stunning Turquoise Coast and offering a captivating blend of ancient ruins, dramatic waterfalls, and pristine beaches. The region is home to some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in the world alongside luxurious all-inclusive resorts and a vibrant old town.
Antalya's cuisine is a reflection of its Mediterranean coastal location and rich agricultural hinterland, featuring an abundance of fresh fish and seafood, locally grown citrus, pomegranates, and herbs from the Taurus Mountains. The province has its own distinct culinary traditions combining Ottoman influences with Anatolian village cooking, making it distinct from Istanbul's metropolitan cuisine.
Must-Try Dishes
These iconic dishes define the culinary identity of Antalya.
Antalya Piyazı
A local white bean salad with tahini dressing, onions, tomatoes, and hard-boiled eggs, this is Antalya's signature dish and unique to the region
Şiş Kebab
Marinated lamb or chicken threaded on skewers and grilled over charcoal, served with flatbread, grilled vegetables, and yogurt
Baklava
Layers of thin filo pastry filled with pistachios or walnuts and soaked in syrup; the pistachio variety from Gaziantep transported to Antalya restaurants is outstanding
Midye Dolma
Mussels stuffed with spiced rice, pine nuts, and currants, sold from street vendors with a squeeze of lemon; a beloved seaside snack
Çiğ Köfte
Spicy bulgur wheat mixture with tomato paste and spices wrapped in lettuce leaves and flatbread; now entirely vegetarian and hugely popular
Testi Kebab
Meat and vegetables slow-cooked sealed inside a clay pot, dramatically broken open at the table; a Central Anatolian specialty found in many Antalya restaurants
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Top Restaurants
Our handpicked recommendations for the best dining experiences.
Vanilla Restaurant
Perched above Kaleiçi with stunning views over the Roman harbor and Mediterranean, Vanilla is Antalya's most celebrated upscale dining destination. Creative Mediterranean-Turkish fusion cuisine is served in an elegant setting.
Parlak Restaurant
A beloved local institution near Kaleiçi harbor serving consistently excellent fresh fish and seafood at fair prices. Locals and savvy visitors alike come here for the freshest catch of the day grilled to perfection.
Hasanağa Restaurant
Set in a beautiful historic Ottoman courtyard in Kaleiçi, Hasanağa serves hearty traditional Anatolian cuisine in an atmospheric setting with live Turkish music in the evenings. One of the most charming dining experiences in old Antalya.
7 Mehmet Restaurant
One of Antalya's most famous and long-established restaurants, 7 Mehmet has been serving refined Turkish cuisine since 1969. Located on a hilltop park with sweeping sea views, it combines quality food with spectacular panoramas.
Şehzade Çiğ Köfte
A popular local chain serving çiğ köfte, a spicy bulgur wheat mixture wrapped in lettuce and flatbread that is Turkey's most beloved street food. Quick, cheap, and delicious with customizable spice levels.
Kaleiçi Balıkçısı
A hidden gem in Kaleiçi's fish market quarter serving exceptionally fresh seafood in a no-frills setting beloved by locals. The daily changing menu depends entirely on what the fishermen brought in that morning.
Duo Restaurant
A chic restaurant in Kaleiçi offering inventive fusion cuisine combining Turkish flavors with international techniques in a beautifully renovated historic building. The cocktail menu is also excellent.
Oz Urfa Kebap
A no-frills kebab restaurant near the bazaar serving outstanding Urfa-style kebabs and grilled meats at extremely affordable prices. Popular with market traders and locals for a quick, filling, delicious lunch.
Restaurants by Cuisine
Find restaurants that match your taste preferences.
Mediterranean Turkish Cuisine
Vanilla Restaurant
Turkish Seafood Cuisine
Parlak Restaurant
Sedir Balık Evi
Traditional Turkish Cuisine
Hasanağa Restaurant
Hisar Restaurant
Turkish Cuisine
7 Mehmet Restaurant
Turkish Street Food Cuisine
Şehzade Çiğ Köfte
Seafood Cuisine
Kaleiçi Balıkçısı
Kemer Balık
Street Food & Markets
The best local flavors at affordable prices.
Midye Satıcısı (Mussel Vendor)
Mussels stuffed with spiced rice sold from decorated carts; one of Turkey's most iconic street foods
Simit (Turkish bagel)
Sesame-coated bread rings, sold fresh from street carts throughout the day; the quintessential Turkish street breakfast
Mısır (Grilled Corn)
Whole corn cobs grilled or boiled and seasoned with butter and salt; classic beach and evening snack
Döner Dürüm
Shaved rotisserie meat wrapped in thin flatbread with tomatoes, onions, and hot sauce; Turkey's most ubiquitous fast food
Taze Sıkılmış Nar Suyu (Fresh Pomegranate Juice)
Freshly pressed pomegranate juice from local pomegranates; a Turkish specialty particularly abundant in Antalya's fruit-growing region
Food Markets
Antalya Kapalı Çarşı (Covered Bazaar)
Historic covered bazaar adjacent to the Yivli Minaret selling spices, dried fruits, nuts, Turkish delight, and souvenirs in a labyrinthine Ottoman structure
Muratpaşa Semt Pazarı
Lively weekly neighborhood market selling fresh produce, olives, cheese, and local foodstuffs at excellent prices
Lara Pazar
Popular weekly market in the Lara district selling fresh vegetables, fruits, spices, and local Antalya produce
Dining Etiquette & Tips
Navigate the local food scene like a pro.
Turkish lunch is typically served 12-3 PM; dinner starts late at 7-8 PM or even 9 PM in summer
Always check if a restaurant has a menu with prices posted; avoid restaurants without menus near tourist areas
Bread (ekmek) is served free with most meals
Ayran (salty yogurt drink) is the traditional accompaniment to kebabs and is delicious
Tipping 10-15% is customary at sit-down restaurants; round up for taxis
Dietary Information
{'vegetarian': 'Turkish cuisine has many vegetarian options including meze dishes, pide, gözleme, çiğ köfte, and vegetable stews; inform your waiter clearly', 'halal': 'Essentially all Turkish restaurants are halal as pork is not served; alcohol availability varies between establishments', 'gluten_free': 'Many Turkish dishes are naturally gluten-free (grilled meat, rice dishes, many meze); bread and pide contain gluten, request confirmation'}
Food Budget Guide
What to expect at different price points.
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