Alanya today is one of the main resorts on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Places where you can eat deliciously are easy to find in Alanya: many cafes are located on the streets between Hukumet and Gazipasa, excellent fish restaurants can be found on the waterfront. Of course, the resort, which is so popular among tourists, has many fast food outlets and bars.
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Alanya catering establishments are not characterized by any specific culinary delights. Here you can taste the cuisine of not only different regions of Turkey, but also international cuisine - Italian, Mexican, Chinese and European.
Top 5 restaurants in Alanya
Bistro Floyd - European cuisine
This Turkish-Dutch establishment occupies perhaps the most beautiful of the remaining old Ottoman houses on Damlatas Street. Inside, the restaurant is beautifully restored, and outside the spacious terrace is set aside for tables, where you can accommodate a large company without interfering with each other. The menu includes dishes of Turkish and European cuisine. There is a three-course vegetarian set menu and Sunday brunch buffet.
Average check 58-115 TL.
Tavern Kaleiçi Meyhanesi Alanya - seafood restaurant
Located just above the harbor, the tavern is a fine fish restaurant with at least thirty meze types and a huge selection of fish and seafood dishes. This is one of the few large waterfront restaurants that can be safely recommended for a delicious lunch.
Average bill: prices for meze - 13-15 TL, main courses - 38-74 TL.
Iskele Sofrası Restaurant - Turkish Cuisine
Three generations of the friendly Oz family run this harbor restaurant. Here you can taste wonderful meze sets. The main dishes are grilled, guests are offered dishes from the freshest seafood, but the lamb specialty (kuzu güveçt) must be ordered in advance - one day in advance. On the terrace overlooking the harbor, it is so pleasant to sit with a glass of wine or a beer in a leisurely anticipation of a feast.
Average bill: prices for meze - 13 TL, main courses - 34-95 TL.
Mini Mutfak Diner - Turkish Cuisine
Mini Mutfak in Turkish means "mini-kitchen" - a traditional Turkish eatery in central Alanya with unassuming homemade dishes. The relaxed atmosphere of this place makes you feel at home. Lamb shashlik, stewed beans, cabbage rolls, zucchini pancakes - it seems to be nothing special, but they cook it very tasty here!
Average price of food: 12-20 TL.
Mahperi Restaurant - International Cuisine
This stylish seaside fish and steak restaurant has been operating since 1947 - a unique case in Alanya - and offers a good selection of homemade Turkish dishes.
Average check: 52-102 TL.
