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Where to Eat in Mersin: All 3 Spots + Addresses
This guide turns LONDRA’YA ŞUBE VERDİM! | MERSİN VLOG from Ayhan Mortepe into a practical restaurant map with 3 saved spots around Akdeniz, Samsun, and Yenişehir. The mapped places include a restaurant stop and a dessert shop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Ayhan Mortepe explored the culinary highlights of Mersin, specifically praising the unique 'Termer' soup and the high-quality leaf-cut tantuni at Mehmet Can Tantuni. He was particularly impressed by the balance of flavors in the local hummus and the innovative approach of serving tantuni in a burger bun. Despite the frustrating city traffic, he emphasized that the authentic tastes of Tarsus and Mersin make the journey worthwhile.
What this map is good for
- Planning a restaurant stop or short itinerary in Akdeniz.
- 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
- Murat Usta
Restaurant in Karadeniz, Aziziye Cd. No:4, 55060 İlkadım/Samsun, Türkiye, Samsun, İlkadım, Türkiye - Kerebiççi Hayri Usta
Dessert Shop in Kiremithane, İstiklal Cd. No:91/B, 33000 Akdeniz/Mersin, Türkiye, Kiremithane, Akdeniz, Mersin, Türkiye
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Memetcan Tantuni
Restaurant in Eğriçam, Nevit Kodallı Cd. 27A, 33160 Yenişehir/Mersin, Türkiye, Eğriçam, Yenişehir, Mersin, Türkiye
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Karışık çorba (Mixed soup)
- Termer çorbası (Tarsus-Mersin soup)
- Humus (with tahini and pastırma)
- Tantuni (Yaprak tantuni)
- Tantuni burger
- Lavaş tantuni
Experiences captured
- Drove from Antalya to Mersin
- Visited a specialized soup restaurant
- Observed the preparation of Tarsus-style hummus
- Complained about heavy traffic and selfish drivers
- Interviewed a tantuni master about meat selection
- Learned about the use of cottonseed oil in tantuni
- Tasted a modern tantuni burger variation
- Explored local flavors in Mersin and Tarsus
Planning notes for Mersin
Mersin is a port city on the southern coast of Turkey with a settlement history extending back to the Neolithic period. Archaeological evidence from the Yumuktepe Mound indicates human habitation dating to approximately 7,000 BCE. Throughout the classical era, the region functioned as a strategic maritime hub for the Hittite, Roman.
Must-try foods nearby
- Tantuni
The undisputed king of Mersin street food, consisting of julienned beef or lamb flash-cooked in a traditional 'sac' pan with cotton oil and water. - Cezerye
Mersin's signature confectionery made from caramelized carrots, sugar, and nuts (typically walnuts, hazelnuts, or pistachios), all coated in shredded coconut. - Kerebiç
An iconic dessert particularly popular during Ramadan, these shortbread-like cookies are filled with pistachios or walnuts. - Tarsus Kebabı
While similar to the Adana kebab, the Tarsus variety is distinguished by the addition of finely minced onions and parsley directly into the meat mixture before grilling. - Batırık
Often called 'Mersin's liquid çiğ köfte,' this unique dish is made from fine bulgur, roasted peanuts or tahini, tomatoes, and various herbs.
When to go: The best time to visit Mersin is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November) when temperatures are comfortably between 20°C and 30°C.
Local tips
- Use the local dolmuş minibuses for affordable and frequent transport between the city center and coastal districts like Erdemli or Silifke.
- Always accept the first offer of tea (çay) from shopkeepers or hosts as a sign of respect for their hospitality.
- Order the city's signature dish, Tantuni, at small local stalls for the most authentic and budget-friendly dining experience.
- Dress modestly by covering your shoulders and knees when visiting smaller inland neighborhoods or historical sites outside the modern marina area.
What travelers are noticing
- Mersin Metro M1 Launch: The city's first rapid transit line, connecting Mezitli to the city center, is slated for its initial phase opening in mid-2026.
- Mediterranean International Textile Fair: A major 2026 trade event leveraging the newly opened Çukurova International Airport to establish Mersin as a global fashion and design hub.
- Mersin Port Expansion (EMH2): Completion of the $455 million terminal expansion, introducing high-tech ARMG cranes and a dedicated berth for cruise vessels to boost maritime tourism.
Extra place context
- Kerebiççi Hayri Usta
A historic dessert shop in the Akdeniz district, serving what many consider the most authentic version of Mersin’s traditional kerebiç.
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Official tourism resource
The official tourism and culture portal for the Mersin province, including the central Akdeniz district, managed by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Planning questions
Where did Ayhan Mortepe eat in Mersin?
This guide maps all 3 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Mersin.
What are the must-try foods in Mersin?
Creator picks from the video include Karışık çorba (Mixed soup), Termer çorbası (Tarsus-Mersin soup), Humus (with tahini and pastırma), Tantuni (Yaprak tantuni). 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.