Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Rest of Turkey

Olive Anatolian Restaurant is just as it is named. Set on the rooftop of Hotel Sultania, their menu is inspired by olives and the Anatolian cuisine. This is highlighted in their tapas style lunches or creative dinners. Breakfast is a buffet of Turkish and Continental platters. The wrap-a-round setting of the place with floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a beautiful terrace area for alfresco dining is augmented by sunset orange lamp fixtures on the tables, hanging light fixtures and modern furnishing. They even have a separate menu for kids and offer cooking classes to those who want to know more about their cuisine. Reservations are recommended.

With a humble start, as a butcher shop, Kasap Osman has come a long way as being one of the favorite spots for scrumptious kebabs. This restaurant is known for serving some of the best kebab rolls in town. The enticing flavors can be accompanied with pickled chillies, salads and of course the delicious Turkish coffee. The small restaurant has simple outdoor seating and is an ideal spot for witnessing local scene while you dine here.

With locations all around the world, Simit Sarayı is a popular chain of Turkish bagel restaurants. Just a short walk away from the New Mosque and the Emınönü ferry terminal, this bakery cafe is a warm and friendly place. The menu selection offers cheese plates, sandwiches, a variety of breads, tea and coffee, alongside the traditional Turkish Simit. Baked in small batches throughout the day, these delicious, doughy delights are always fresh and bursting with flavor. Whether you are looking for a quiet place to enjoy a quick breakfast or a leisurely afternoon snack, this local cafe is a great choice.

Red River Pub opened its doors in 2007 and is a popular hangout among the locals. It has a lovely ambiance to it with its light fixtures, creeper plants, wooden accents and many photo frames. Their affable staff will ensure that you have a pleasant experience at this bar and restaurant. Their bar has a good selection of whiskey, white wine, beer, cocktails and other liquors. Though their menu has pastas, fajitas salads and wraps, it is their Turkish dishes like Celtik Kebab, Pasha Kebab and Bostan Kebab which are a hit among patrons.

At Namlı Rumeli Köftecisi, guests can sample the traditional Şiş köfte (meatballs) at inexpensive prices. The recipes used are from the historical Rumelia (Balkans) region, lending nostalgic flavors to the food. The lamb meat used in the köfte is of high standard and is cooked to perfection. The meatballs are best savored in combo packages and eaten with side dishes like beans or Shepherd's salad. Do not miss the signature semolina dumplings and the mixed kebab platter. The restaurant has small interiors and mostly consists of chairs placed on a narrow street. Yet, it attracts young and old, tourists and locals for the authenticity of the meatballs.

Şehzade Erzurum Cağ Kebabı entices your taste buds with some delectable Turkish cuisine as you dine here. This restaurant pampers your palate with succulent kebabs along with salads, rice, wraps and desserts. The restaurant specializes in Cağ Kebabs which are a must-try when you dine here. The simple interiors and friendly staff make you feel at home and ensure a pleasant experience as you relish a meal.