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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
Kızılay is a neighborhood located within the Bornova district of İzmir, Turkey. The area is situated on the Bornova Plain at the foot of Mount Yamanlar, approximately 8 kilometers northeast of İzmir's traditional city center. Historical Heritage The history of the Kızılay area is linked to the broader timeline of Bornova, where archaeological evidence from the Yeşilova Höyük indicates human settlement dating back to the Neolithic period, approximately 8.
Must-try foods nearby
- İzmir-Style Kokoreç
A legendary street food staple in Bornova, particularly at the famous Kokoreççi Asım Usta. - Bornova Kumrusu
An iconic İzmir sandwich served in a special chickpea-yeast bread. While the classic cold version features tulum cheese and tomatoes. - Boyoz
The quintessential İzmir breakfast pastry. This flaky, unleavened bread, originally from the Sephardic Jewish tradition, is best enjoyed warm in Bornova's local bakeries. - İzmir Köfte
A comforting traditional dish of oval-shaped meatballs baked with potatoes, green peppers, and tomatoes in a light, savory broth. - Döner (Odun Ateşi)
A local obsession, especially at spots like Dönerci Vedat Usta. This is traditional 'yaprak' döner (thinly sliced steak) cooked slowly over a wood fire.
When to go: The best time to visit Kızılay, Bornova, is during the spring (April to June) or autumn (September to October) when temperatures are mild and pleasant for walking. Summers can be intensely hot with temperatures often exceeding 35°C (95°F).
Local tips
- Use an İzmirim Kart for seamless travel on the metro and ESHOT buses, as cash is not accepted on most public transit.
- Expect a vibrant, student-heavy atmosphere due to the proximity of Ege University, making it a safe and lively area even late at night.
- When dining at local lokantas, it is common to view the daily dishes at the counter and point to what you want rather than ordering from a printed menu.
- Say 'Elinize sağlık' to the cook or server after a meal to show appreciation for their work, a gesture highly valued in Turkish hospitality.
What travelers are noticing
- Romeo and Juliet at Bornova Aşık Veysel Open Air Theater (June 2026)
- Rise of independent art spaces like Bayetav Sanat in the Bornova district
- Expansion of the Izmir Culture and Arts Factory (İCAF) as a regional creative hub
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.