Eskişehir is a vibrant university city in western Anatolia, known as Turkey's "student capital" and the birthplace of meerschaum carving. The Porsuk River winds through the city centre past Venetian-style canals, gondola rides, and colourful bridges. The historic Odunpazarı district preserves beautifully restored Ottoman timber houses and is on Turkey's tentative UNESCO World Heritage list. Eskişehir hosts two major universities — Anadolu University and Eskişehir Technical University — whose combined enrolment of over 100,000 students gives the city a youthful, progressive energy unusual for inner Anatolia.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
Çibörekçi Şükrü Usta
Popular Tatar / Turkish restaurant in Eskişehir.
Kazan Restaurant
Popular Traditional Turkish restaurant in Eskişehir.
Leziz Börekçi
Popular Turkish Pastry restaurant in Eskişehir.
Odunpazarı Mutfağı
Popular Traditional Anatolian restaurant in Eskişehir.
Sarnıç Restaurant
Popular Turkish Fusion restaurant in Eskişehir.
Cumbalı Köşk
Popular Turkish Café restaurant in Eskişehir.
Günaydın Lokantası
Popular Turkish Home Cooking restaurant in Eskişehir.
Üniversiteli Kebapçısı
Popular Turkish Kebab restaurant in Eskişehir.
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
Turkish
Çibörekçi Şükrü Usta
Kazan Restaurant
Leziz Börekçi
Sarnıç Restaurant
Cumbalı Köşk
Günaydın Lokantası
Üniversiteli Kebapçısı
Narçiçeği Kahvaltı Salonu
Portakal Bahçesi
Mangal Bahçe
Biber Steakhouse
Rüya Balık
Anatolian
Tandır Ocağı
Seafood
Meze ve Daha Fazlası
Traditional Anatolian
Odunpazarı Mutfağı
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. |