Liman Meyhane is a full meyhane (tavern) on Küçük Liman's harbourfront in Amasra, operating in the evenings from 17:00 through to 01:00. The meyhane is a distinctive institution in Turkish social life: meals are not rushed transactions but extended, communal events built around rakı, a continuous procession of cold and warm mezes, and eventually the arrival of grilled fish or seafood. Liman Meyhane represents this tradition faithfully in the Bartın province context.
The cold meze spread (soğuk mezeler) is the most important component of a meyhane meal. At Liman Meyhane, the selection typically includes ahtapot salatası (octopus marinated in olive oil, vinegar, and parsley — one of the kitchen's signatures), tarama (fish roe spread), haydari, midye tava, and seasonal vegetable mezes. Warm mezes follow: calamari rings, grilled halloumi, and occasionally stuffed mussels. The main — usually a whole grilled sea bass (levrek) or sea bream (çipura) — arrives after the rakı has been flowing for an hour or more.
Rakı is served chilled, by the glass or carafe, and is traditionally mixed tableside with cold water, turning from clear to cloudy white (the 'lion's milk' that gives it its Turkish nickname). Beer is also available. The harbourfront location means the sound of the sea provides a natural ambient backdrop. Reservations are strongly recommended for weekends from May through September — Liman Meyhane is well-regarded among Bartın residents as the best meyhane experience in Amasra and tables fill reliably. A full evening meal with rakı typically costs ₺600–900 per person.
Signature dishes
- Meze platter (soğuk mezeler)
- Ahtapot salatası (octopus salad)
- Grilled sea bass
- Rakı
Good to know
- Known for
- Rakı table with an extensive meze spread and fresh fish; evening atmosphere
- Hours
- Daily 17:00–01:00
- Reservations
- Recommended; call +90 378 315 0987
Location
Küçük Liman Mah., Amasra, Bartın, Turkey
41.7458, 32.3908 View on map
Highlights
- Classic meyhane format: cold mezes, warm mezes, fish — a multi-hour dinner event
- Ahtapot salatası (octopus salad) — a kitchen signature and the standout cold meze
- Rakı service in the traditional manner with cold water on the side
- Küçük Liman harbourfront position providing a maritime backdrop for evening dining
- Late closing (01:00) making it the longest-operating dinner venue in the Amasra area
Tips for visiting
- Budget two to three hours minimum for a proper meyhane experience — the meal is the evening
- Order the cold meze spread first and let it arrive before requesting the fish — the sequence is part of the experience
- Pace the rakı with the mezes; the drinking and eating should progress together rather than separately
- Reserve by phone for Friday and Saturday evenings from May through September — weekend tables book up within days
Accessibility
The meyhane is on Küçük Liman Caddesi in Amasra, which is relatively flat and accessible from the road. The small harbour area is historically characterised by narrow lanes and some uneven paving. Visitors with mobility aids should contact the venue in advance to confirm entry and table arrangements within the dining space.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical cost for a full meyhane dinner at Liman Meyhane?
A full evening meal with a generous meze spread, one main fish dish, and two to three glasses of rakı typically costs ₺600–900 per person. The final bill depends on the quantity of rakı consumed and whether premium fish is ordered.
Can non-drinkers enjoy a meyhane?
Yes. The meze-and-fish format is fully enjoyable without alcohol. Non-alcoholic beer, soft drinks, ayran, and çay are available. The social and culinary aspects of the meyhane format do not require rakı specifically.
Does Liman Meyhane serve food at lunchtime?
Liman Meyhane opens at 17:00 and focuses on the evening meyhane experience. It does not operate as a lunchtime restaurant; visitors seeking daytime seafood should look at the nearby harbour restaurants.