Mezra Yalıkavak
Bodrum, Türkiye
₺₺₺₺ ・ Farm to table,Turkish
MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View
Three Stars: Exceptional cuisine
Large glass façades lend an open feel to give this stylish industrial-style space. On the way to your table, you walk past the lounge bar and the stage where concerts are occasionally held. Right outside the restaurant, there is a vegetable garden and some livestock; the chef also has his own farm a short distance away. Local produce is central to the modern take on Turkish cuisine served here. Open-fire cooking and preservation techniques such as pickling complement new culinary trends. For example, the chef marinates lamb saddle in a poppy seed crust and then flame-grills it. This is accompanied by a cauliflower cream, an intense lamb jus and garlic-infused oil. The attention to detail is captivating.
Gastronomy & Sustainability
MICHELIN Green Star
"My mission is to create a space where sustainability, tradition, and community intersect. We are committed to preserving the land that nurtures us, sourcing over 150 geographically marked products from all over Turkey, and using ancient cooking techniques passed down through generations. By integrating sustainable practices like our heirloom seed bank, water conservation, and renewable energy, we offer a unique, seasonal menu that highlights the richness of Turkish agriculture and heritage."
Serhat Doğramacı
Facilities & Services
- Counter dining
Credit cards accepted
