A liver grill on İskender Paşa Sokak near Dağkapı (the north gate of the walled city), serving charcoal-grilled lamb liver.
Dağkapı Ciğercisi is a liver grill on İskender Paşa Sokak in Sur, named after the Dağkapı (Mountain Gate), the northern entrance to the walled city and the usual arrival point for buses and dolmuşes. The Google listing shows about 3.9 stars from roughly 1,800 reviews, a more modest profile than some neighbours, which can mean shorter waits. The food is the classic Diyarbakır liver breakfast: lamb liver on skewers, charcoal-grilled and served with raw onion, pepper, tomato and bread, with tea or ayran. Its position by the gate makes it a convenient first stop for visitors entering the old town in the morning, and it can start a route that continues south along Gazi Caddesi to the Ulu Cami. Expect roughly TRY 300-600 per person (about $6-12). The venue is walk-in; hours are unverified so check at the door, and note that liver houses generally run out of meat before the afternoon.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Hours not verified; check on arrival |
| Reservations | Walk-in; no reservation system found |
| Address | İskender Paşa Sok., 21100 Sur, Diyarbakır |
Signature dishes
- Ciğer şiş
- Raw onion and pepper
- Tea
Good to know
- Known for
- Ciğer (grilled liver). Approx. TRY 300-600 per person (~$6-12)
Location
İskender Paşa Sok., 21100 Sur, Diyarbakır
37.9160, 40.2361 View on map
Highlights
- Beside Dağkapı, the northern gate of Sur
- Charcoal-grilled lamb liver, onion, pepper and bread
- Convenient first stop on arrival in the old town
- About 3.9 Google stars from roughly 1,800 reviews
Tips for visiting
- Budget roughly TRY 300-600 per person (~$6-12).
- Cash is useful in small venues; confirm card acceptance when ordering.
- Opening hours are unverified; check on arrival or phone first.
- Liver is a morning dish; grills may sell out by early afternoon.
When to visit
Morning, before the liver sells out.
Accessibility
Accessibility is not confirmed. Sur has narrow, uneven streets and many venues have a step at the entrance, so visitors with mobility needs may wish to phone ahead.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dağkapı Ciğercisi known for?
A liver grill on İskender Paşa Sokak near Dağkapı (the north gate of the walled city), serving charcoal-grilled lamb liver.
How much does a meal cost?
Roughly TRY 300-600 per person (~$6-12).
Where is Dağkapı Ciğercisi?
İskender Paşa Sok., 21100 Sur, Diyarbakır.
Is a reservation needed?
No reservation system is known; the venue works as walk-in. Larger groups can phone ahead.