Bodrum is a beautiful city with cozy cafes, quiet courtyards, and picturesque views. It has a reminiscent feel of Greece. Here, you can enjoy delicious meals, savouring every bite.
Cafes and restaurants in Bodrum
Most of the establishments are focused on tourists. These establishments are primarily located around Bodrum Castle and along the street that connects the beach to the bus station.
To be more precise, they are located on the coast and promise their guests not only delicious lunches and dinners but also a beautiful view of the sea. Here they offer to taste dishes not only of national cuisine but also European cuisine, pasta, pizza, seafood and lasagna, sweets and drinks.
Prices at establishmentsInstitution prices
For drinks, the price starts from 5 TRY.
You have to pay 35 TRY for the kebab.
Sweets will cost from 6-7 TRY.
Curly's Demeter Restaurant & Pool Club
The restaurant is located near the main street and attracts guests with international cuisine. The institution has its own garden of tangerine trees and a small pool with cool water.
Institution prices
Breakfast will cost 20-25 TRY.
A full meal of hot, two soups, drinks and ice cream will cost 70 TRY.
For a steak, you will have to pay 70-72 TRY.
Otantik Ocakbasi
This establishment is an example of Turkish hospitality. At sunset, live music is played here, and various dance groups are circling. The portions are so big that two people can eat one. Therefore, banquets are often ordered here.
Institution prices
Prices for meals in Otantik Ocakbasi are 10-15% higher than in other establishments.
For a delicious lunch or dinner, you will have to pay about 100-110 TRY per person. For two it is 270-300 TRY.
Avlu Bistro & Bar
This is a relatively new establishment that opened its doors in 2013 in a 19th century stone house. The atmosphere inside is enchanting, with a real fireplace, wood, and stone creating a special coziness. There are also tables in the garden. The bar boasts an excellent wine collection.
Institution prices
For a lunch of salads, meze and drinks for two people you need to pay 170 TRY.
The main course with a glass of wine will cost 65-70 TRY.
For a bottle of the cheapest wine, you will have to pay 75-80 TRY.
La Pasion closed
Located on the embankment in a green courtyard. Chefs prepare dishes from different cuisines of the world, which managed to win the love of tourists. A distinctive feature of the institution is the presence of a separate children's menu and a wine cellar. Only here you can taste fried octopuses in a special sauce, the secret of which is kept in strict confidence.
Institution prices
For lunch/dinner per person you need to pay 125 TRY.
Waiters can read your coffee grounds.
Zazu
Only in this cafe can you enjoy divine seafood dishes, such as baked shrimp casserole, aromatic mussels, calamari, stuffed fish, and a seafood platter. The chefs also prepare rare delicacies. The restaurant's menu is updated every week with a new dish from the chef. Musicians perform here after sunset.
Institution prices
Breakfast at Zazu is very hearty: olives, eggs, three kinds of cheese, toast with honey, vegetables and a hamburger.
The average bill for a dinner for two people is 140 TRY.
The Garden
This establishment serves Greek and Turkish cuisine:
Institution prices
It is not cheap to eat here, as the prices are inflated.
Mug of beer and 2 hot dishes will cost from 100 TRY.
A pint of beer and 2 hot dishes will cost around 100 TRY.
Kocadon
This is a gourmet restaurant serving dishes from ancient Ottoman recipes. Its disadvantage is only small portions, but the very appearance of the dishes already causes a brutal appetite.
Institution prices
The average price for a bottle of wine is 120 TRY.
Dinner for two will cost 300-350 TRY.
A check for seafood can be up to 500 TRY.
Naralti
The restaurant opened its doors to guests in 2017. Tables are outside under the shade of pomegranate trees and snow-white awnings. Guitarists play here every Friday.
Prices
Meze will cost 60-70 TRY.
A salmon steak costs 45 TRY.
You will have to pay 70-90 TRY for a bottle of wine.
The check for two persons will be in the range of 150-200 TRY.
Kahve Dunyasi
Western-style coffee shop design. The upper terrace is always waiting for guests for a cup of fragrant, hot coffee. It is located at the very end of the pier.
Prices
A cup of coffee costs 6 - 10.50 TRY.
Fresh, juice and cocktail will cost 8-10 TRY.
You will have to pay 10-11 TRY for a delicious dessert.
Fragrant pastries, sandwich and sandwich costs 3.50-12 TRY.
Aromatic pastries, sandwiches, and sandwiches range from 3.50-12 TRY.
A whole scoop of ice cream costs only 1 TRY.
Local Restaurants in Bodrum
On the territory of the peninsula, there are small cafes that are located away from the crowds of tourists. They are designed for the local population, so you will not see a menu in English or any other language here.
Pidecimm
Here, the food is incredibly tasty, and at the same time, for pleasantly low prices. The portions of the dishes are quite large, and a salad is usually added to the order. They offer both vegetarian and regular pizzas. The price range is between 8-12 TRY.
Institution prices
The price for drinks starts from 1 TRY.
First courses will cost from 5 TRY.
Kebabs are offered from 10 TRY.
Artemis Restaurant
The restaurant is located close to the tourist area, so the cost of meals here is slightly higher. The portions are large and delicious.
Institution prices
Chicken kebab and cheese pide cost 24 TRY.
Ayran, pide and chorba also cost 24 TRY. In addition, they will bring you a whole basket of delicious flatbreads and arugula.
Pizza starts at 11 TRY.
Street food in Bodrum
In addition to restaurants and cafes in Bodrum, there are many mobile stalls selling delicious street food. You should definitely try European soft waffles with different fillings.
Supermarkets and local markets
If the prices at cafes are too high, you can buy groceries in advance and prepare something tasty yourself. On Fridays, you can visit the large local market where fresh products are always sold at reasonable prices. Here you can find:
vegetables and fruits;
greenery;
honey products;
olives;
cheese.
On other days, you can buy products in small markets, where the choice is not so wide and the prices are slightly higher. There are also supermarkets and hypermarkets.
While in Bodrum, you will not go hungry. The local establishments will satisfy even the most discerning visitors and young tourists.
