Bodrum Restaurant Guide
Discover the best places to eat in Bodrum. From fresh seafood to traditional Turkish cuisine and international favorites.
💰 Price Guide (per person)
€
< €15
Budget
€€
€15-30
Mid-range
€€€
€30-50
Upscale
€€€€
€50+
Luxury
Fine Dining & Seafood
Mimoza
Gümüşlük
4.8
€€€€
Seafood
Highlights:
- • Sunset views
- • Fresh fish daily
- • Romantic setting
- • Reservation essential
Best for: Special occasions, romantic dinners
Memedof
Bodrum Marina
4.6
€€€
Seafood & Turkish
Highlights:
- • Marina views
- • Extensive wine list
- • Live music
- • Elegant atmosphere
Best for: Business dinners, celebrations
Orfoz
Bodrum Center
4.7
€€€€
Mediterranean Seafood
Highlights:
- • Chef's tasting menu
- • Innovative dishes
- • Sea views
- • Award-winning
Best for: Foodies, special occasions
Sait
Bodrum Marina
4.5
€€€
Fish & Meze
Highlights:
- • Traditional meyhane
- • Live Turkish music
- • Extensive meze selection
- • Local favorite
Best for: Groups, authentic experience
Traditional Turkish
Süngerbaba
Old Town
4.7
€€
Turkish Home Cooking
Highlights:
- • Family recipes
- • Cozy atmosphere
- • Vegetarian options
- • Hidden gem
Best for: Authentic local food, couples
Nazik Ana
Gümbet
4.4
€
Traditional Turkish
Highlights:
- • Home-style cooking
- • Generous portions
- • Budget-friendly
- • No-frills authentic
Best for: Budget travelers, families
Kocadon
Bodrum Center
4.6
€€€
Ottoman & Turkish
Highlights:
- • Historic setting
- • Ottoman recipes
- • Garden seating
- • Romantic ambiance
Best for: Date nights, Turkish cuisine lovers
Musto Bistro
Bodrum Center
4.5
€€
Modern Turkish
Highlights:
- • Contemporary twist
- • Local ingredients
- • Cozy interior
- • Great breakfast
Best for: Brunch, casual dining
International Cuisine
Tranca
Yalıkavak Marina
4.5
€€€
Italian
Highlights:
- • Authentic Italian
- • Wood-fired pizza
- • Marina views
- • Extensive wine list
Best for: Italian food lovers, families
Sakura
Bodrum Center
4.4
€€€
Japanese & Sushi
Highlights:
- • Fresh sushi
- • Japanese chef
- • Sake selection
- • Modern ambiance
Best for: Sushi lovers, date nights
La Pasion
Türkbükü
4.3
€€
Mexican
Highlights:
- • Authentic tacos
- • Margaritas
- • Beach location
- • Casual vibe
Best for: Casual dining, groups
Sunger Pizza
Bodrum Center
4.2
€
Pizza & Pasta
Highlights:
- • Late-night option
- • Quick service
- • Good value
- • Local favorite
Best for: Late-night food, budget dining
Beach Clubs & Casual
Nikki Beach
Torba
4.3
€€€€
International & Sushi
Highlights:
- • Beach club atmosphere
- • DJ sets
- • Luxury setting
- • VIP service
Best for: Beach parties, luxury experience
Xuma Beach
Yalıkavak
4.4
€€€
Mediterranean
Highlights:
- • Beach dining
- • Sunset views
- • Cocktails
- • Trendy crowd
Best for: Beach days, sunset dinners
Bağarası
Gümüşlük
4.5
€€
Seafood & Turkish
Highlights:
- • Feet in water dining
- • Simple fresh fish
- • Unique experience
- • BYOB option
Best for: Unique dining, groups
Bitez Beach Restaurant
Bitez
4.2
€€
Turkish & International
Highlights:
- • Family-friendly
- • Beach location
- • Water sports
- • All-day dining
Best for: Families, beach days
Budget & Street Food
Çınaraltı
Bodrum Center
4.3
€
Turkish Fast Food
Highlights:
- • Local institution
- • Döner & köfte
- • Quick service
- • Open late
Best for: Quick meals, late-night food
Bodrum Mantı Evi
Bodrum Center
4.4
€
Turkish Dumplings
Highlights:
- • Homemade mantı
- • Various fillings
- • Cozy spot
- • Vegetarian options
Best for: Comfort food, budget dining
Fish & Bread Boats
Marina
4.2
€
Street Food
Highlights:
- • Fresh grilled fish
- • In bread sandwich
- • Harbor views
- • Quick & cheap
Best for: Quick lunch, authentic experience
Pideci
Various locations
4.1
€
Turkish Pizza
Highlights:
- • Turkish pide
- • Many varieties
- • Wood oven
- • Fast service
Best for: Quick meals, families
Best Areas for Dining
Bodrum Marina
Upscale dining, sea views, nightlife
Old Town
Authentic restaurants, historic atmosphere
Gümüşlük
Sunset dining, seafood, bohemian vibe
Yalıkavak Marina
Luxury dining, international cuisine
Türkbükü
Trendy restaurants, celebrity spotting
Bitez
Family-friendly, beachside casual dining
Dining Tips & Etiquette
🍴Reservations essential for popular restaurants in summer
🍴Fish restaurants display fresh catch - prices by weight (per kg)
🍴Service charge (10%) often included, small tip appreciated
🍴Many restaurants offer complimentary starters and desserts
🍴Rakı (anise spirit) is traditional with seafood
🍴Lunch 12:00-15:00, Dinner 19:00-23:00 typical
🍴Beach clubs require minimum spending for prime spots
🍴Try local specialties: octopus salad, stuffed zucchini flowers
🍴Vegetarian/vegan options increasingly available
🍴Credit cards accepted at most restaurants, cash preferred at local spots