Top three restaurants in Kalkan

Despite the Guardian likening Kalkan to “the Italian Riviera minus the poseurs”, the Turkish town possesses a rare resistance to mass tourism.

The historical Mediterranean harbour town of Kalkan remains a peaceful resort that is unblemished by the effects of tourism.

Although this said, Kalkan in providing for the more ‘sophisticated’ of traveller in Turkey, has the highest number of bars and restaurants per inhabitant on the Turkish coast, and is renowned for its roof-top restaurants.

Here’s our top three restaurants in Kalkan, on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast.

Merkez Restaurant

This small and unpretentious restaurant situated in the heart of Kalkan town, has a menu of more than 30 dishes, ranging from a simple yet delicious spaghetti bolognaise to beautifully cooked fish accompanied with an exotic Turkish sauce.

This friendly and ‘down-to-earth’ restaurant has all its seats outside, which afford fantastic views of the mountains surrounding Kalkan. If you are seeking great food for value for money and friendly service, a trip to Merkez should be part of your Kalkan culinary itinerary.

My Fish House

A trip to a Turkish harbour town on the Mediterranean would not be complete without sampling the delicious local seafood. My Fish House is so small in size that it is easy to miss. Situated along the Kalamar Road, the food at My Fish House is of excellent quality and the service is also impeccable. Unlike many of the seafood restaurants on the harbour in Kalkan, food and drinks at My Fish House are reasonably price.

If you are wanting to taste some truly delicious Turkish seafood in one of the most renowned seafood towns in Turkey, a meal at My Fish House is imperative.

The Ivy

If you are looking for a place to experience a great steak set within a fantastic ambience and some great late-night entertainment, then The Ivy restaurant in Kalkan is the perfect venue. The restaurant is particularly famous for its divine steaks and kebabs, although the menu extends much further than purely meat.

For those seeking a romantic evening, The Ivy, with its dreamy and atmospheric Sultan’s Corner where guests can enjoy a pre-dinner drink, never fails to create a romantic atmosphere.

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