Bilecik is a small provincial city in northwest Turkey and the birthplace of the Ottoman Empire. Nestled among forested hills and deep river valleys in the Marmara region, it holds extraordinary historical significance — it was here that Osman I established the Ottoman state in 1299, and nearby Söğüt district is home to the tomb of his father Ertuğrul Gazi. The city blends Ottoman heritage with natural landscapes of canyons, waterfalls, and highland plateaus.
Top food tours
Guided experiences that show you Bilecik through its food.
Tour formats
Different ways to experience Bilecik's food scene.
Items tours
Cooking classes
Take a piece of Bilecik home with you.
DIY self-guided food tour
Build your own food crawl through Bilecik.
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Foodie tips
Get more out of every meal.
The regional specialty is çağ kebabı — horizontal spit-roasted lamb sliced thin; try it at Dostlar Çağ Kebap Salonu
Bilecik Parmağı (finger meatballs with yogurt) is a must-try local dish found at Bozüyük Yöresel Mutfak
Ask for günlük menü (daily menu) at lokantas for the best-value home-cooked meals
Tarhana çorbası (fermented wheat and tomato soup) is a local winter staple — hearty and nutritious
At the bazaar, sample local honey from the province — pine honey (çam balı) from highland forests is excellent
Markets run Tuesday and Saturday in Bilecik center and Friday in Söğüt