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Where to Eat in Konak, İzmir: All 8 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns 🇹🇷 THIS IS FOOD HEAVEN!!! STREET FOOD TOUR IN IZMIR, TURKEY from Abroad and Hungry into a practical restaurant map with 8 saved spots around Konak and İzmir. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a cafe stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Abroad and Hungry was particularly impressed by the fish soup in Izmir, declaring it the best he has ever had in his life. He also highlighted the Kelle söğüş as a must-try specialty, praising its creamy texture and clean preparation despite its intimidating appearance. Throughout the cold day, Max was moved by the warm hospitality of multi-generational shop owners and the high quality of local ingredients like 18-month-aged cheese.
What this map is good for
- Planning a dessert restaurant stop or short itinerary in Konak.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 8 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
- Kemeraltı Bazaar
Tourist Attraction in Konak, Anafartalar Cd., 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Bizim Lokanta
Restaurant in Konak, 911. Sk. No:4, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Kumrucu Apo
Fast Food Restaurant in Konak, 895. Sk. No:2, 35240 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Kahveci Necco
Cafe in Konak, 904. Sk. No:55, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, İzmir, Konak, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - Meşhur Söğüşçü Celal ve Oğulları
Fast Food Restaurant in Güzelyurt, Eşrefpaşa Cd. No:24 D:A, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Güzelyurt, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Doyuran Manisa Kebap
Restaurant in Konak, 866. Sk. No:14, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Hisarönü Süt Tatlıları-Meşhur Kazandibi
Dessert Restaurant in Konak Mahallesi 901 Sokak No :2/A, Konak, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Ademoğlu şambali halep tatlısı
Dessert Restaurant in Güzelyurt mh, Anafartalar Cd. No:488, 35000 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Güzelyurt mh, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Fish soup with mackerel
- Chickpea and oxtail stew
- Kumru sandwich
- Pistachio Kazandibi
- Kelle söğüş
- Turkish coffee
- Turkish delight
- Fried anchovies
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Explored Kemeraltı Market in Izmir
- Visited Bizim Lokanta for breakfast
- Observed traditional Kumru cooking over charcoal
- Visited a famous local dessert shop
- Walked through a traditional butcher shop
- Tasted Izmir specialty head meat at a 1965 shop
- Warmed up with coffee in a cozy cafe
- Ate fresh fish near the Izmir fish market
Planning notes for Konak
Konak, the historical and administrative center of Izmir, is situated on the Gulf of Izmir and traces its origins to the 4th century BC. Historically known as "New Smyrna," the district was established on the slopes of Mount Pagos by order of Alexander the Great. Its geography allowed it to function as a primary Mediterranean port through the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods, serving as a hub for the export of silk, carpets.
Must-try foods nearby
- Boyoz
A legendary Sephardic Jewish pastry that is a staple breakfast in İzmir. It is unleavened, flaky, and buttery, typically served with hard-boiled eggs sprinkled with black pepper. - İzmir Gevrek
Similar to simit but distinctively İzmir, gevrek is boiled in molasses (pekmez) before being coated in sesame seeds and baked. - Midye Dolma (Stuffed Mussels)
A quintessential street food found throughout Konak. These mussels are stuffed with aromatic herbed rice, currants, and pine nuts, then finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon. - Enginar (Aegean Artichokes)
Mimar Sinan is at the heart of the Aegean herb culture. Local tradesmen restaurants (esnaf lokantası) serve artichokes braised in premium olive oil with broad beans, peas. - İzmir Bombası
A viral sensation that continues to trend into 2026. This thin, cookie-like dough is filled with a massive amount of molten chocolate hazelnut cream.
When to go: The best time to visit Mimar Sinan, Konak, is during the shoulder seasons of April to June and September to October.
Local tips
- Utilize the nearby Alsancak Ferry Terminal and Izban train station for the most efficient travel across the Izmir metropolitan area.
- Expect a lively social atmosphere in the evenings, as this neighborhood is a hub for local cafe culture and outdoor dining.
- When dining at local meyhanes, it is customary to order several small meze plates to share with the entire table.
- Keep your belongings secure in crowded pedestrian areas like Cyprus Martyrs Avenue to prevent opportunistic pickpocketing.
What travelers are noticing
- MasterChef 'Route of Chefs' Pop-up: A major culinary event at Kültürpark (Mimar Sinan) featuring street food and workshops by top Turkish chefs.
- İzmir Culture and Arts Factory (İKSF): The newly renovated former tobacco factory is the neighborhood's hub for 2026, hosting the '170 Years Embroidered in Hearts' exhibition.
- 39th International İzmir Festival: High-profile classical and jazz performances scheduled for June 2026 at the nearby Smyrna Agora and local cultural halls.
Extra place context
- Bizim Lokanta
Known for: Balık Çorbası (Creamy Fish Soup). Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Balık Çorbası (Creamy Fish Soup)
Official tourism resource
The official tourism portal for İzmir and its districts, including Konak, providing comprehensive guides to historical sites, culture, and local attractions.
Planning questions
Where did Abroad and Hungry eat in Konak, İzmir?
This guide maps all 8 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Konak, İzmir.
What are the must-try foods in Konak, İzmir?
Creator picks from the video include Fish soup with mackerel, Chickpea and oxtail stew, Kumru sandwich, Pistachio Kazandibi. 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.