Marmaris is the most picturesque resort town in Turkey. And the cuisine in this city is no less in demand than getting to know the famous places of Marmaris. Let us tell you about what delicious things you can try in Marmaris and how much it will cost.
What to try when in Marmaris
If you are lucky enough to come to the resort town of Marmaris, then you should definitely try the city's famous dishes:
- Balik ekmek. This is grilled fish seasoned with lemon juice and vegetables. All this is put into a bun or lavash and served.
- Lahmacun. Famous Turkish pizza with a crispy crust. The filling is usually: minced meat, vegetables, sauce and garnished with herbs.
- Trhanа chorbasy. Or simply - soup. It is cooked on a dry preparation called tarhana. It contains: wheat flour, yogurt, onion, salt, pepper and tomatoes.
- Gozleme. Fried flatbread. Cheese with herbs, seafood, vegetables or minced meat are used as a filling.
- Kokorech. Lamb giblets roasted on a spit with hot spices. Served with vegetables or bread.
When visiting Marmaris, don't forget to try some real Turkish coffee.
Cost of food in cafes and restaurants
Almost all tourists prefer to choose hotels with "all inclusive" for their vacation. And this also has its advantages. But if you still want to get to know the local cuisine better, then go outside the hotel and enjoy it.
Approximate prices for food in restaurants and cafes in Marmaris (per person)
- Breakfast – 15 lira;
- Lunch – 40-70 lira;
- Dinner (including a glass of wine) – 100-150 lira;
- Coffee – from 5 lira;
- Hour - 2 lira;
- Ice cream – from 4 lira;
- Soups – 13-20 lira;
- Vegetable salads – from 9 lira;
- Seafood salads – from 42 lira;
- Omelette – 14-25 lira;
- Fish dishes – from 35 lira;
- Fruit salads – 9-20 lira;
- Chicken kebab – 28 liras.
If you look for establishments that are located further away from the embankment, then there you will be able to not only eat hearty and tasty food, but also much cheaper.
Markets, supermarkets, shops
When visiting Marmaris, you can not only spend your entire vacation on the seashore or by the hotel pool, but also stroll through the shops, buying souvenirs, good cosmetics, beautiful jewelry or exclusive goods.
Among the most famous supermarkets and shops in Marmaris are the following:
- It is very popular with tourists. The prices for goods here are high, so it is very rare to meet a local here.
- A well-known chain of stores where you can buy national delicacies and products. Prices, like in Migros, are quite high.
- A chain of stores with fairly low prices for goods. But in these stores you will not find alcoholic or tobacco products on the shelves, since they are not sold here.
- Shops with fairly low prices for goods.
- The most favorite supermarket of all locals and tourists in the resort town. Offers a wide range of products and affordable prices.
On Thursday and Sunday you can go to the market. How much you can buy products for depends on how well you can bargain for goods. Most often, closer to the evening, sellers lower prices on products.
We told you about where you can make profitable purchases and eat deliciously. Which establishment will you visit first? Have you already decided what you will try first?
