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Where to Eat in Antalya, Kepez: All 3 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns BİZDE ÖZEL SOS YOK! | ANTALYA'NIN ENLERİ from Ayhan Mortepe into a practical restaurant map with 3 saved spots around Antalya and Serik. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a water park. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayhan Mortepe explored the best chicken doner spots in Antalya based on follower recommendations, emphasizing the importance of meat cutting and marination. He was particularly impressed by the authentic Antakya-style wrap at Necmi Usta, praising the homemade garlic mayonnaise and thin bread. Throughout the journey, he highlighted the resilience of tradesmen and the necessity of passion in the culinary profession.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Antalya.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 3 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Dönerci Adem Usta
Restaurant in 209 Akdeniz Sa. Sit. &, Şafak, 75. Yıl Cd., 07220 Kepez/Antalya, Türkiye, Antalya, Kepez, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - NECMİ USTA DÖNER SALONU. LARA ŞUBESİ
Restaurant in Muratpaşa Çağlayan 124/B, Çağlayan, 07230 Muratpaşa/Antalya, Türkiye, Antalya, Muratpaşa, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - The Land of Legends Theme Park
Water Park in Kadriye Mahallesi. Atatürk Cad. No:104/1-2 No, Kadriye, D:515, 07525 Serik/Antalya, Türkiye, Kadriye, Serik, Antalya, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Chicken doner in gobit bread
- Beef doner (yaprak doner)
- Iskenderun style chicken wrap
- Garlic mayonnaise
- Pickles
- Hot peppers
- Green tea
Experiences captured
- Visited Dönerci Adem Usta in Antalya industrial site
- Interviewed master chefs about meat cutting techniques
- Observed traditional marination and bread baking processes
- Met a survivor of the Antakya earthquake
- Tasted authentic Antakya style doner at Necmi Usta
- Discussed food standardization and quality in Turkey
- Visited his own coffee shop Rom Coffee
- Explored highly recommended doner spots in Konyaaltı
Planning notes for Antalya
Antalya is a coastal city in southwestern Turkey with a history extending to the Hellenistic period. Founded in the 2nd century BC by King Attalus II of Pergamon as Attaleia, the city later transitioned to Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman rule. Historical Heritage and Architecture The city’s architectural landscape is defined by layers of these civilizations. The historic center, Kaleiçi.
Must-try foods nearby
- Antalya Piyazı
Unlike the standard Turkish bean salad, Antalya's version is a main dish defined by its rich 'tarator' sauce made from tahini, lemon juice, vinegar, and garlic. - Şiş Köfte
These are char-grilled meatballs specifically shaped onto skewers. In Antalya, they are traditionally served alongside tahini piyaz. - Yanık Dondurma (Burnt Ice Cream)
A legendary local delicacy made from goat's milk that is intentionally scorched during the boiling process. - Hibeş
A thick, savory spread or dip made from tahini, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, and red pepper flakes. - Serpme Börek
A masterfully prepared pastry where the dough is tossed and stretched by hand until it is paper-thin. It is typically filled with minced meat or cheese and baked until crispy.
When to go: The best time to visit Antalya is during the shoulder seasons of April to June and September to October.
Local tips
- Use the Antalyakart for all public transportation, including the tram and buses, as cash is generally not accepted on board.
- Always accept the first offer of tea (çay) in shops or homes, as declining can be perceived as a rejection of local hospitality.
- Expect to pay a 5-10% tip at restaurants, and note that splitting the bill is not a traditional local custom.
- Carry a small amount of Turkish Lira in cash for markets and small vendors, even though cards are widely accepted in major tourist areas.
What travelers are noticing
- 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) – A major global space event hosting thousands of experts and space agencies in October 2026.
- Antalya-Alanya Motorway Construction – A massive infrastructure project trending for its promise to reduce the 2.5-hour coastal journey to just 36 minutes.
- High-Value Gastronomy Tourism – A strategic shift toward luxury culinary experiences and food festivals like Antalya Foodfest to increase revenue per visitor.
Official tourism resource
The official city guide of Antalya, managed by the Antalya Promotion Foundation (ATAV) to promote the region's historical, cultural, and touristic potential.
Planning questions
Where did Ayhan Mortepe eat in Antalya, Kepez?
This guide maps all 3 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Antalya, Kepez.
What are the must-try foods in Antalya, Kepez?
Creator picks from the video include Chicken doner in gobit bread, Beef doner (yaprak doner), Iskenderun style chicken wrap, Garlic mayonnaise. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.