Kartalkaya Dağ Evi

Kartalkaya Dağ Evi sits within the Kartalkaya ski and mountain resort area above Seben in Bolu province, serving as the primary full-service food stop for skiers, snowboarders, and winter mountain visitors to one of Turkey's most popular ski destinations within reach of Istanbul. Kartalkaya's slopes — reaching elevations above 2,000 metres in the Köroğlu Mountains — attract significant weekend traffic from Istanbul and Ankara from December through March, and Kartalkaya Dağ Evi (Mountain House) provides the warming, hearty fare that altitude and cold demand. Kuzu İzgara (charcoal-grilled lamb chops or cutlets) is the signature meat dish: portions are substantial and served with grilled vegetables and pilav, suited to the caloric demands of a full day on the slopes. Paça Çorbası — a rich, gelatinous lamb's trotter soup thickened with vinegar and garlic — is the quintessential post-ski warming soup, prized across Turkey for its restorative quality after physical exertion in cold conditions. Gözleme provides a lighter option for those seeking a mid-morning or afternoon break rather than a full meal. During summer, Kartalkaya attracts hikers, mountain bikers, and paragliders, and the Dağ Evi opens at weekends to serve this smaller but enthusiastic visitor base. The outdoor terrace commands views across the Köroğlu highlands, making a summer tea break here a rewarding complement to the alpine scenery. Prices reflect the mountain setting at ₺400–800 per person.