After landing at Dalaman Airport, you don’t need to go far to experience the amazing food of southwest Turkey. Whether you’re heading to Fethiye, Marmaris, Göcek, or Ölüdeniz, here are some top dishes and local favorites to try — and where to find them.
🥙 1. Döner Kebab
The Turkish classic — thin slices of lamb or chicken, slow-roasted and served in flatbread or on a plate with rice and salad.
Where to try it:
- Kebapçı Halil Usta (in Dalaman town)
- Fethiye Market food stalls
Perfect for: A fast, satisfying meal after your flight.
🐟 2. Grilled Sea Bream (Çupra) or Sea Bass (Levrek)
Fresh fish from the Aegean, grilled simply with olive oil, lemon, and herbs.
Where to try it:
- Göcek Fish Market – pick your fish, they’ll grill it for you
- Mori Restaurant (Fethiye Marina) – elegant setting, seaside views
Perfect for: A sunset dinner near the marina.
🍳 3. Turkish Breakfast (Kahvaltı)
A feast of cheeses, olives, breads, jams, eggs (often as menemen), tomatoes, cucumbers, and honey with clotted cream.
Where to try it:
- Kahve Durağı (Dalaman)
- Yakamoz Restaurant (Ölüdeniz)
Perfect for: Your first morning in Turkey — or anytime, really.
🧆 4. Meze (Appetizer Platters)
Cold and hot small plates like hummus, grilled eggplant, dolma (stuffed vine leaves), and tzatziki (cacık).
Where to try it:
- Agora Meyhane (Marmaris)
- Mozaik Bahçe (Fethiye – highly rated meze & kebabs)
Perfect for: Sharing over drinks with friends or family.
🍗 5. Tavuk Şiş (Chicken Skewers)
Grilled, marinated chicken on skewers, often served with flatbread, roasted peppers, and bulgur.
Where to try it:
- Sultan Sofrası (Dalaman)
- Any beachside restaurant in Sarigerme or Dalyan
🍮 6. Desserts to Try
- Baklava – flaky pastry with pistachio and syrup
- Künefe – warm shredded dough filled with melted cheese
- Lokma – fried sweet dough balls
- Dondurma – stretchy Turkish ice cream
Where to find them:
Most restaurants offer one or two options — or visit a “Tatlıcı” (dessert shop).
🥤 7. Local Drinks
- Ayran – salted yogurt drink, refreshing with kebabs
- Rakı – anise-flavored alcohol, often with seafood or meze
- Turkish tea (Çay) – served everywhere
- Pomegranate or orange juice – fresh, often squeezed at roadside stands
🚐 Hungry After Your Flight?
We don’t just drive — our local drivers can recommend top restaurants, make a quick stop on the way to your hotel, or drop you directly at a seaside restaurant for your first taste of Turkey.
👉 Book your private transfer with Sealine Transfer and ask your driver for local food tips!