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Where to Eat in Türkiye: Erzurum Yaprak Döner
This guide turns EN SEVDİĞİMİZ DÖNERCİLER - TOP 5️⃣ - Ayaküstü Lezzetler from Ayaküstü Lezzetler into a practical restaurant map with 5 saved spots around Beyoğlu, Muratpaşa, and Yenimahalle. The mapped places include a restaurant stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayaküstü Lezzetler was highly impressed by the flavor of the Erzurum-style doner, noting its distinct salt and fat balance enhanced by plane tree wood fire. While they debated the use of an electric cutting machine, they concluded that the high-quality meat and unique butter-dipping technique made it one of their favorite spots in Turkey. They particularly enjoyed the traditional chicken kashkak served as a bonus alongside the meal.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Beyoğlu.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 5 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
- Bolu Akın Lokantası
Restaurant in No:, Macun, 187. Cd. No:8, 06374 Yenimahalle/Ankara, Türkiye, Macun, Yenimahalle, Ankara, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Şehir Lokantası
Restaurant in Orta, Dr. Ata Giritli Cad. 28/1, 55500 çarsamba/Çarşamba/Samsun, Türkiye, Orta, çarsamba, Samsun, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Topcu Kebap
Turkish Restaurant in Elmalı, Kazım Özalp Cd. No:21, 07035 Muratpaşa/Antalya, Türkiye, Elmalı, Muratpaşa, Antalya, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Tadım Lokantası
Restaurant in Sanayi, Göllüce Cd., 27110 Şehitkamil/Gaziantep, Türkiye, Sanayi, Şehitkamil, Gaziantep, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Dönerci Engin'in Yeri
Turkish Restaurant in Bereketzade, Okçu Musa Cd. No:3, 34421 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye, Bereketzade, Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Erzurum yaprak döner
- Tombik ekmek arası döner
- Taze soğanlı döner
- Tavuklu keşkek
- Havza ayranı
- Pide üstü döner
Experiences captured
- Visited a four-story doner restaurant in Çarşamba
- Observed doner being cut with an electric shaver machine
- Discussed the use of kiln-dried plane tree wood
- Watched the meat being dipped in fat and butter
- Met with the owner İsa Abi
- Compared manual knife cutting versus machine cutting
- Experienced free kashkak service for two-portion orders
Planning notes for Muratpaşa
Muratpaşa, the vibrant heart of Antalya, Türkiye, is a destination where ancient history and traditional culture are beautifully preserved. The district's unique appeal centers on Kaleiçi, the historic Old City, which has served as the first urban settlement of Antalya since its founding around 150 BC by Attalus II, King of Pergamon. The area's rich historical heritage reflects the influences of successive civilizations, including the Romans, Byzantines, Seljuks, and Ottomans. Architecturally.
Must-try foods nearby
- Tahinli Piyaz
Antalya's iconic and registered geographical indication food. It is a refreshing white bean salad, but what makes it distinct is the creamy. - Şiş Köfte
The classic, traditional partner to Tahinli Piyaz. Şiş Köfte consists of small, juicy meatballs (usually a mix of ground beef and lamb) seasoned with spices, and sometimes onions. - Serpme Börek
A highly-regarded local breakfast specialty unique to Antalya. Unlike other regional böreks. - Kabak Tatlısı (Tahini Pumpkin Dessert)
An iconic regional dessert of candied pumpkin. Slices of pumpkin, often the local Döşemealtı variety, are slow-cooked with sugar until soft and caramelized. - Hibeş
A popular and traditional meze (appetizer/dip) staple in Antalya's cuisine. It is a creamy, flavorful dip made by whisking together tahini, lemon juice, garlic.
When to go: The best time to visit Muratpaşa is during the shoulder seasons of Spring (late April to mid-June) or Autumn (mid-September to late October).
Local tips
- Beware of pickpockets in crowded tourist areas like Kaleiçi, and use licensed yellow taxis or trusted ride-hailing apps for transportation.
- Show social respect by learning a few basic Turkish phrases like "Merhaba" (hello) and "Teşekkür ederim" (thank you) for everyday interactions.
- Observe dining custom by finishing the food on your plate and indicating you are done by placing your knife and fork side-by-side.
What travelers are noticing
- Anfaş Food Product International Trade Fair (January 6-9, 2026) at the Muratpaşa fair center, focusing on food industry trends.
- A continued trend of new, refined, family-focused ultra all-inclusive resort openings in the broader Antalya region, such as Voyage Kundu.
- Coastal Street Eats: The popularization of Midye Dolma (stuffed mussels) and Kokoreç (grilled lamb intestines) as top trending street foods along the Muratpaşa coast.
Extra place context
- Topcu Kebap
One of Antalya’s most historic food venues, established in 1885, offering a taste of classic Turkish cuisine in a traditional, casual setting.
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Official tourism resource
The official travel guide for Beyoğlu, a vibrant cultural district in Istanbul, provided by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Planning questions
Where did Ayaküstü Lezzetler eat in Türkiye?
This guide maps all 5 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Türkiye.
What are the must-try foods in Türkiye?
Creator picks from the video include Erzurum yaprak döner, Tombik ekmek arası döner, Taze soğanlı döner, Tavuklu keşkek. 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.