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Ayhan Mortepe in Konak, İzmir: 4 Spots
This guide turns İZMİR KEMERALTINDA NE YENİR? 😊 from Ayhan Mortepe into a practical restaurant map with 4 saved spots around İzmir 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
Ayhan Mortepe explored the vibrant street food culture of İzmir's Kemeraltı bazaar, emphasizing the importance of traditional ingredients like sourdough chickpea yeast bread and Kars cheese. He particularly highlighted the sövüş as his favorite local delicacy, praising the craftsmanship involved in cleaning and preparing the offal. The journey concluded with a sweet note at Süt Çiçeği, where he shared traditional milk desserts with his companion, Beste.
What this map is good for
- Planning a fast food restaurant stop or short itinerary in İzmir.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 4 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
- Numan Pide
Middle Eastern Restaurant in Konak, 876. Sk. No:8, 35250, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Kumrucu Apo
Fast Food Restaurant in Konak, 895. Sk. No:2, 35240 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, Konak, İzmir, Türkiye
Hours: Hours available - Değer Söğüş
Fast Food Restaurant in Uğur Mahallesi 848. Sokak, Uğur, Şakir İşhanı No: 68/A, 36250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, İzmir, Konak, Türkiye
Price level: Medium - Milk Flower
Dessert Restaurant in Konak, 900. Sk. no: 2, 35250 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye, İzmir, Konak, Türkiye
Price level: Cheap
Food notes from the video
- Kumru with Kars gruyere and charcoal-grilled meats
- Minced meat and cheese pita (pide)
- Tahini pita with cream, honey, and walnuts
- Pickle juice
- Sövüş (lamb offal wrap with brain, cheek, and tongue)
- Almond kazandibi (milk pudding)
- Plain kazandibi
Experiences captured
- Toured the historic Kemeraltı bazaar in İzmir
- Observed traditional wood-fired oven pita preparation
- Interacted with local shopkeepers and street food vendors
- Discussed price-performance ratios of local eateries
- Explored narrow side streets and crowded market areas
- Watched the meticulous preparation of İzmir-style sövüş
- Visited a famous milk dessert shop called Süt Çiçeği
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
- Numan Pide
While many pide spots focus on meat, Numan Pide is a local favorite in the nearby Kemeraltı/Konak border area known for its exceptional thin-crust dough and variety of cheese and vegetable toppings.
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The official digital tourism portal for İzmir, providing comprehensive guides to the city's historical, cultural, and natural heritage.
Planning questions
Where did Ayhan Mortepe eat in Konak, İzmir?
This guide maps all 4 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 Kumru with Kars gruyere and charcoal-grilled meats, Minced meat and cheese pita (pide), Tahini pita with cream, honey, and walnuts, Pickle juice. 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
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