Travel video guide
Where to Eat in Bornova, İzmir: Butter and Potato Bun
This guide turns İzmir'in En İyi Burgerleri! - Oğuz Yenihayat from Oğuz Yenihayat into a practical restaurant map with 2 saved spots around Bornova and Konak. 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
Oğuz Yenihayat braved record-breaking 44-degree heat in Izmir to curate a specialized burger guide in the Alsancak district. He was particularly impressed by the technical execution at Juma, noting how the potato bun remained intact despite the heavy, juicy 220-gram smash patties. While he enjoyed the crispy texture of the meat at Burger Street, he noted the structural challenge of a soggy bottom bun compared to his first stop.
What this map is good for
- Planning a hamburger restaurant stop or short itinerary in Bornova.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 2 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
- Burger Street Bornova
Hamburger Restaurant in Trademark Studio, Kazımdirik, 367/8 Sk No:5/G, 35100 Bornova/İzmir, Türkiye, Kazımdirik, Bornova, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Hayat Cafe & Restorant Bar
Restaurant in Akdeniz, Atatürk Cd. No:112/A, 35210 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Akdeniz, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Jumjum burger (220g double smash)
- Butter and potato bun
- Truffle parmesan fries
- M&M burger (240g double smash)
Experiences captured
- Toured Alsancak burger shops in 44-degree heat
- Visited Juma burger restaurant
- Observed a rapid automatic bun toasting system
- Visited Burger Street restaurant
- Evaluated different burger bun and patty styles
- Compared smash burger techniques in Izmir
Planning notes for Bornova
Karacaoğlan is a neighborhood located in the Bornova district of İzmir, Turkey. It is situated on the Bornova Plain, a region with human settlement history dating back approximately 8,500 years. Historical Heritage and Archaeology The neighborhood is home to the Yeşilova Mound (Yeşilova Höyüğü), the oldest known prehistoric settlement in the Aegean region. Excavations at this site have uncovered four distinct cultural layers.
Must-try foods nearby
- İzmir-Style Kokoreç
A street food legend that reaches its peak in Bornova's Çamdibi and Karacaoğlan areas. - Boyoz
The quintessential İzmir breakfast pastry with Sephardic roots. This unleavened, flaky puff pastry is made with flour, sunflower oil, and tahini, resulting in a buttery. - Kumru
A signature İzmir sandwich served on a unique, chickpea-leavened bread roll. While the cold version features İzmir tulum cheese and tomatoes. - İzmir Bombası
A modern cult classic that has become a viral sensation. This thin, doughy cookie is stuffed with a massive amount of liquid chocolate 'lava' that explodes when bitten. - Wood-Fired Döner
In Bornova, döner is treated as an art form rather than fast food. Top local spots like Dönerci Vedat Usta serve thinly sliced.
When to go: The best time to visit Karacaoğlan, Bornova, is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) when temperatures are mild and ideal for outdoor exploration. While summers are hot and arid with temperatures often exceeding 33°C (91°F).
Local tips
- Purchase an İzmirim Card at major transit hubs like Bornova or Stadyum stations to access the integrated bus and metro network serving the neighborhood.
- When dining at local establishments, wait for the eldest person at the table to begin eating as a sign of respect.
- Use the 'Afiyet olsun' greeting before a meal and thank your host with 'Elinize sağlık' afterward to follow local social etiquette.
- Be aware that Karacaoğlan is a rapidly developing residential and industrial area, so stick to well-lit main avenues when walking at night.
What travelers are noticing
- Bornova Heritage Map digital exploration and international recognition
- Nova35 and Nüans Yapı luxury residential developments
- Most Beautiful Balcony and Garden community competitions
Official tourism resource
The official digital tourism portal for İzmir and its districts, including Bornova, providing information on historical sites, culture, and local attractions.
Planning questions
Where did Oğuz Yenihayat eat in Bornova, İzmir?
This guide maps all 2 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Bornova, İzmir.
What are the must-try foods in Bornova, İzmir?
Creator picks from the video include Jumjum burger (220g double smash), Butter and potato bun, Truffle parmesan fries, M&M burger (240g double smash). 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.