A lunch route for Diyarbakır's signature dish, kaburga dolması, comparing two restaurants close to the walls.
The Self-Guided Kaburga Dolması Lunch is an independent route in central Diyarbakır, Turkey, for the city's signature dish. No operator runs it and each restaurant is paid at the table. Kaburga dolması is a lamb rib cage stuffed with rice, mince, almonds and spices, steamed and baked for hours, and it is cooked in batches, so lunch is the best time. The first stop is Kaburgacı Selim Amca at Ali Emiri Caddesi 22/B in Yenişehir, a dedicated specialist named by Turkish Airlines. The second is Fırın-ci on Gazi Caddesi in Sur, listed by Enuygun among the venues serving the dish; sharing a portion at each makes a comparison possible. The route takes about two hours including the short walk between stops and is entirely savoury; künefe from a dessert shop can end it. A budget of roughly TRY 700-1400 per person (about $14-29) covers two shared portions with drinks. Hours are not verified. Dietary options are limited because the dish is lamb; vegetarians may eat salads and sides only.
| Price | Approx. TRY 700-1400 per person (~$14-29) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Address | Ali Emiri Cad. 22/B (Kaburgacı Selim Amca), 21100 Yenişehir, Diyarbakır |
What is included
- Kaburga dolması at Kaburgacı Selim Amca, Ali Emiri Cad. 22/B
- Comparison portion at Fırın-ci, Gazi Cad., Sur (about 10 minutes' walk)
- Optional künefe at a dessert shop afterwards
Location
Ali Emiri Cad. 22/B (Kaburgacı Selim Amca), 21100 Yenişehir, Diyarbakır
37.9156, 40.2314 View on map
Highlights
- Diyarbakır's signature dish at a specialist restaurant
- A second venue on Gazi Caddesi for comparison
- Walkable between Yenişehir and Sur
- Best at lunch while batches are fresh
Tips for visiting
- Arrive by 13:00; batches can sell out.
- Share a portion at each venue.
- Order ayran and salad with the rice.
- Confirm the Gazi Caddesi branch hours before walking over.
When to visit
Lunchtime.
Accessibility
Both stops are street-level restaurants; entrances should be checked on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a guide or operator for this route?
No. The route is self-guided and each stop is paid for directly at the counter.
How much does it cost?
Approx. TRY 700-1400 per person (~$14-29)
Do the venues need reservations?
No. All stops work as walk-in venues; hours are unverified, so check on arrival.
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Self-Guided Kaburga Dolması Lunch
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