Gaziantep, in southeastern Turkey near the Syrian border, is one of Turkey's oldest continuously inhabited cities and its undisputed culinary capital. Famous worldwide for its baklava, pistachios, and complex spiced dishes, the city pairs 2,000 years of history with a thriving modern food culture. The Zeugma Mosaic Museum — one of the world's great mosaic collections — anchors a city packed with Ottoman bazaars, ancient hilltop citadels, and a copper-craft tradition that dates back centuries.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
İmam Çağdaş
Popular Gaziantep regional restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Century-old family baklava and kebab institution
Uzun Çarşı No:15, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Yüzevler Restaurant
Popular Gaziantep regional restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Slow-cooked lamb pit kebab in a restored stone house
Suburcu Mah., Kayabaşı Sok. No:3, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Halil İbrahim Sofrası
Popular Antep kebabs restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Pistachio-stuffed kebabs grilled over charcoal
Atatürk Bulvarı No:16, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Sütçü İbrahim
Popular Turkish breakfast, sweets restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Gaziantep's famous katmer (thin pastry with clotted cream and pistachios) for breakfast
Mithatpaşa Cad. No:12, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Güllüoğlu Baklava
Popular Turkish pastry restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Family-owned baklava dynasty; flagship Gaziantep branch
Suburcu Mah., Güllüoğlu Cad. No:5, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Zekeriya Usta
Popular Antep grills restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Liver kebab and mixed grill platters; locals' favourite for weekday lunch
Karagöz Mah., No:22, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Çulcuoğlu Restaurant
Popular Gaziantep regional restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Offal dishes and traditional Antep stews for adventurous eaters
Uzun Çarşı Cad. No:28, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Bahattin Restaurant
Popular Gaziantep traditional restaurant in Gaziantep.
Known for: Aromatic Antep soups and stews
İstasyon Cad. No:44, Şahinbey, Gaziantep
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
Gaziantep Regional
İmam Çağdaş
Yüzevler Restaurant
Çulcuoğlu Restaurant
Kale Restaurant
Kolcuoğlu Restaurant
Turkish
Sütçü İbrahim
Güllüoğlu Baklava
Mado (Maraş Ice Cream & Desserts)
Kamer Restaurant
Parlak Baklava
Fusion
Hatay Medeniyetler Sofrası
Büyük Şahin Restoran
Antep Grills
Zekeriya Usta
Antep Home Cooking
Sevim Hanım Yemekleri
Antep Kebabs
Halil İbrahim Sofrası
Büryan Kebab
Fırat Büryan
Contemporary Anatolian
Papirüs Restaurant
Döner & Street Food
Döner Usta
Gaziantep Soups And Stews
Hicaz Restaurant
Gaziantep Traditional
Bahattin Restaurant
Lahmacun Specialist
Lahmacuncu Selahattin
Modern Antep
Naif Restaurant
Pastry
Orkide Pastanesi
Street Food
Sokak Lahmacunu (Street Corner Lahmacun)
Traditional Cooking School
Gaziantep Mutfak Evi (Culinary House)
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. |