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Cuisine of Izmir for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

IZMIR, Turkey. Cruise onboard Costa Romantica A significant part of attractive restaurants and cafes of Izmir are located on the territory of bazaars. Some dining facilities specialize exclusively in the preparation of national dishes, while others offer their visitors an opportunity to enjoy traditional European food. Tourists will surely find many attractive cheap restaurants at numerous bazaars of the city. There’s no wonder why they the attract attention of budget travelers. These dining facilities are a great way to taste delicious national dishes at most attractive prices. However, these institutions have several drawbacks. They close early, no later than at 19:30. Many restaurants do not have alcohol in their menus, so visitors who cannot imagine a meal without a glass of their favorite wine will have to choose another place to eat.
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The restaurant called Imbat is located just a few steps away from the coast. Kebab is the signature dish of this dining facility. In addition to this popular national treat, Imbat offers a wide choice of fish dishes, among which you will find either classic treats, or exotic delicacies. Kordon - Palet is widely known as one of the most romantic restaurants in Izmir. Its tables are installed on the spacious outdoor terrace right above the sea. The outdoor terrace is reminiscent of a deck of a ship. In the evening the restaurant is always full of visitors. When it comes to describing the menu, it is very versatile. In Kordon - Palet visitors will find fish and meat dishes, as well as interesting desserts.
The historic district of the city is the location of one of the most popular dining facilities – Turkevy restaurant, which specializes in the local cuisine. Guests of the restaurant will be surprised by a huge choice of light snacks and wines, and signature dishes that are cooked in accordance with old recipes will surprise even big experts of the local cuisine. 1888 restaurant is located in a beautiful historic building. The name of the restaurant is quite symbolic because the building that houses the restaurant was constructed in 1888. Later a wonderful restaurant was opened there. Visitors are provided with a huge selection of national and European dishes. A dinner in pleasant atmosphere will bring a lot of memorable impressions. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
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Travellers who enjoy seafood dishes will like Deniz restaurant. Such a huge choice of culinary delights is simply hard to find in any other restaurant of Izmir. The restaurant’s chefs do not cease to surprise guests with unique signature dishes. Parking restaurant is open in a beautiful garden. Its menu contains dishes of absolutely different culinary trends. The composition of dishes is updated literally every month, so regular visitors of Parking always have an opportunity to please themselves with new delicacies.
Izmir, Turkey In Izmir, travelers can always try the most popular dishes of Turkish cuisine. Locals are particularly fond of certain food. The city’s restaurants usually serve various pates as appetizers to their guests. Houmous and Tzatziki are the most popular among them. As a rule, pates are served with slices of toasted wheat bread. Before eating, the pates are usually spread onto the bread.
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Fans of seafood will be pleasantly surprised by the choice of delicacies in local restaurants. They can always order fabulous fried fish and many different kinds of seafood. Some dishes are traditionally cooked on a grill. Foreign guests usually enjoy ordering grilled gilt-head bream that is usually served with various fresh vegetables and salads. Sütlü balık is a very interesting local specialty. This is the way locals call fish cooked in milk.
The majority of restaurants specializing in seafood are located not far from the waterfront. This part of the city is a great place to try squid rings deep fried in soft dough. Local people also like stuffed mussels and regularly eat this dish. Experienced foodies should wake up early and head to one of Izmir’s markets. Only at fish markets, it is possible to see a true variety of fish and shellfish harvested by local fishermen.
Besides gilt-head bream, grilled rock-fish is a truly classical dish in the national cuisine. As a rule, rock-fish is served with beans and arugula. When it comes to describing vegetables, eggplants, zucchinis, sunroots, and artichokes are the most popular choices in the cuisine of the region. Different types of cranberry beans, pumpkin, and tomato are also important ingredient. Local chefs use seasonal vegetables not only to make interesting salads but also to cook soups.
IZMIR BAY TURKEY Fresh herbs are also typical in the national cuisine. That is particularly true about arugula, mallow, and even nettles. Meat dishes are also common in the menus of Izmir restaurants specializing in the national cuisine, but their number is, of course, not as big as the number of fish dishes. Tourists usually order meat stew, vegetables stuffed with minced meat, and different types of ham. When describing gastronomic peculiarities of Izmir, it would be a mistake not to mention high-quality locally made olive oil. This oil is widely used in the national cuisine.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Izmir and surroundings

Where to go for dinner in Izmir: recommended cafe and restaurants

Halikarnass Bahk Lokantasi
Where: Junction of 870, 871 and 873 soks, Izmir;
Dogu Karadeniz Lokantasi
Where: Yeyisel Cikmanzi39/E, Izmir;
Altinkapi
Where: 1444 Sok 14/A, Alsancak, Izmir;
Deniz Restaurant
Where: Izmir Palas Hotel, Vasif Cinar Bulvari, Izmir; Telephone: +90 (0)232 422 0601;
Vejetaryan Restaurant
Where: 1375 Sok 11, Izmir;
Kemal’in Yeri
Where: 1453 Sok 20/A, Izmir; Telephone: +90 (0)232 4223190;
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Cuisine and restaurants in the neighbours of Izmir

Travel notes on best cuisine and restaurants of Izmir (Turkey) on OrangeSmile.com. Famous recipes and traditional dishes and courses in Izmir restaurants. Where to eat - our recommendations on popular places in Izmir, where you can taste delicious meal and also spend a good time with your friends.
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