There is something about being close to the sound of the surf that absolutely revs up our appetite for delectables from the fishy deep. Whether you crave clams, sea bass or calamari, celebrate your proximity to this oceanic bounty with a great meal made up of the freshest seafood around.
Zahmetsiz Balık
Zahmetsiz Balık offers you some unique dishes that you won’t have tried at other fish restaurants around Bodrum, such as their balık kokoreç or balık mantı. Eskiçeşme Mahallesi, Neyzen Tevfik Caddesi No.146, Bodrum; T: 0252 316 16 36; zahmetsizbalik.com
Orfoz
A mouthwatering selection of seafood dishes like oven-baked mussels, cheesy oysters, octopus with garlic, fresh crabs and much more await you at this classic Bodrum establishment. Kumbahçe Mahallesi Zeki Müren Caddesi No.13/1, Bodrum; T: 544 316 42 85; www.orfoz.net
Memedof
Great mezes, a long list of seafood and fresh fish are on offer at this popular restaurant. Eskiçeşme Mahallesi, Neyzen Tevfik Caddesi No.176, Bodrum; T: 0252 313 42 50; www.memedof.com
Gemibaşı
A favorite throughout the seasons, Gemibaşı is known for its fish soup and rice with octopus. Neyzen Tevfik Caddesi No.132, Bodrum; T: 0252 316 12 20
Sait
Mouthwatering specialty dishes (John Dory, crabs, and fish börek to mention a few) make Sait a top choice for fish and seafood. Yalıkavak Marina, Çökertme Caddesi Blok 6 No.2, Yalıkavak; T: (0252) 385 53 86; www.sait.com.tr
Komodor Meze Evi
The fact that Komodor is owned by an ex-captain may be enough to vouch for the quality of its fish and seafood. The original meze selection is hard to beat as well. Doktor Mümtaz Ataman Caddesi Rasattepe Sokak No.11/A, Bodrum; T: 0252 313 75 55
Garo’s
Located in an old stone house, this restaurant features cozy décor along with fresh, delicious mezes and seafood dishes. Try the grilled calamari with oregano. Menemene Mahallsi 83. Sokak No.9, Göltürkbükü; T: 0252 377 61 71; www.garosturkbuku.com
Miam
Feel like a guest at a friend’s house at Miam with a menu that boasts flavor and freshness. Balık pastırma (fish pastrami) and Miam shrimp are among the best on offer. Yalı Mevkii No.51, Göltürkbükü; T: 0252 377 56 12
