Edirne is a historic city in northwestern Turkey, situated at the confluence of the Tunca and Meriç rivers near the borders with Greece and Bulgaria. Once the Ottoman capital known as Adrianople, Edirne served as the empire's most important city from 1369 to 1453 before Mehmed II conquered Constantinople. Today the city is celebrated for the UNESCO-listed Selimiye Mosque — architect Mimar Sinan's acknowledged masterpiece — alongside a remarkable cluster of Ottoman mosques, bazaars, and palace ruins. Edirne hosts the Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival, one of the world's oldest sporting events, held annually for over 660 years at the riverside Sarayiçi grounds.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
Ciğerci Adem Usta
Popular Turkish — tava ciğer restaurant in Edirne.
Saraçlar Cd. No:35, 22100 Edirne
Lalezar Restaurant
Popular Ottoman / Turkish restaurant in Edirne.
Talatpaşa Cd. No:17, 22100 Edirne
Ciğerci Niyazi Usta
Popular Turkish — liver specialist restaurant in Edirne.
Maarif Cd. No:12, 22100 Edirne
Şehzade Sofrası
Popular Ottoman / Turkish restaurant in Edirne.
Alipaşa, Hükümet Cd. No:11, 22100 Edirne
Meriç Et Mangal
Popular Turkish BBQ restaurant in Edirne.
Meriç Bulvarı No:32, 22100 Edirne
Kahvaltı Evi
Popular Turkish breakfast restaurant in Edirne.
Saraçlar Cd. No:18, 22100 Edirne
Surp Kevork Restaurant
Popular Turkish / Balkan restaurant in Edirne.
Karaağaç Mh., 22030 Edirne
Tunca Restaurant
Popular Turkish restaurant in Edirne.
Tunca Caddesi No:28, 22100 Edirne
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
Turkish
Ciğerci Adem Usta
Lalezar Restaurant
Ciğerci Niyazi Usta
Şehzade Sofrası
Meriç Et Mangal
Kahvaltı Evi
Surp Kevork Restaurant
Tunca Restaurant
Mazbut Meyhane
Eski Şehir Lokantası
Pastane Havuçlu
Hamdi Restaurant
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Tipping practices vary — check local customs. Service charge is often included.
Restaurants may close between lunch and dinner. Plan meals around local dining hours.
Popular restaurants may not take reservations — arrive early or be prepared to wait.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |