Best restaurants in Antalya
Going on holiday isn’t just about making the most of the hot weather and exploring your surroundings - a big part is also about enjoying the cuisine on offer, and if you are looking for places to eat out, Antalya certainly doesn’t disappoint with a wide variety of restaurants serving up dishes to suit everyone from home grown Turkish feasts to Italian and Chinese, all within easy access and highly recommended.
A lot of the hotels in Antalya now offer all inclusive as a board basis, where buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner is laid on at the hotel restaurant; this is a fantastic dining option if you don’t want to venture far from your hotel.
Here are just some of the best restaurants in Antalya worth visiting during your stay.
A traditional Turkish experience
Try 7 Mehmet, located to the west of the city centre; this place is regarded by many as one of the best restaurants in Antalya. The hotel is family friendly, with a menu made up from a selection of fish and meat dishes and also the popular mezze to choose from.
Italian Restaurants
With lots of different dishes on the menu and a play area outside for the kids, Shakespeare Bistro in Lara is great for pizza, pasta, salads and much, much more.
Fancy a steak?
Then you have to visit Turgay Steak House. A short walk from the seafront, this restaurant is a meat lover’s haven. And if you have room after there is a gorgeous selection of desserts waiting for you.
For a bit of everything
Located in the old town of Kaleici, you will find the Vanilla Lounge Restaurant. The menu here is exquisite with many choices including fish, risotto and not forgetting the delicious range of pizzas.
Best bars in Antalya
Nightlife in and around vibrant Antalya is packed with bars, clubs and traditional pubs, all which attract both locals and tourists looking for a good time. Many of the best bars in Antalya can be found within the marina area. Whatever you are looking for from a night out, you are guaranteed to find here from rock bars to extravagant nightclubs. They even have a Tequila bar, what more could you want.
Club Ally, Kaleici
If you want to end your night up town in one of Antalya’s stylish nightclubs, make your way to Club Ally, this open air disco has dancers, laser shows, latest dance tracks and doors stay open until early hours for all you hardcore clubbers.
Jolly Joker Pub, Antalya
If you are staying in Lara Beach area, this English styled bar is located nearby. Overflowing with a buzzing rock vibe, this is a popular place to spend evenings. During summer months expect to see live rock music most nights as many great bands take centre stage to entertain. Jolly Joker also has tasty menu if you get peckish. Look out for sister bar Jolly Joker XL.
Highlander Bar, Antalya
Open until 3am most nights and lining up some great live music at weekends, this bar is centrally located in Antalya town. Sit back and unwind in comfortable surroundings, with comfy leather sofas and darts boards. There is also an outdoor bar, perfect for nights soaking up the cool breeze.
The James Joyce Irish Pub, Antalya
If you like nothing better than an old fashioned comfy Irish pub for a chilled out evening, look no further as this is one of the best bars in Antalya for slowing down the pace. Located in Konyaalti district, they deliver friendly service, delicious menus and a varied evening entertainment programme from live music to karaoke.
Nights in Antalya are all about having fun and lots of it.
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