BY EDITOR
By the time the sun dips over Bodrum’s sapphire coastline, the only question worth asking is ~ where to dine? From Aegean-chic revelry to cliff-edge calm, these ten restaurants define the peninsula’s upscale dining scene, followed by our editors’ favourite spots for relaxed brunches and casual lunches. Oh Bodrum, Bodrum…
EDITOR’S PICK: Top 10 Upscale Restaurants in Bodrum
OPA Bodrum – Yalıkavak Marina
Greek theatrics at its most spirited: plate-smashing, sirtaki dancing, and wagyu souvlaki under jasmine-lit skies. Where craft meets creativity. Every dish at OPA Bodrum is plated with passion and precision.
Website: OPA Bodrum OPA Reservations:
+90 542 104 45 00 | reservations@opabodrum.com
Gigi Rigolatto – Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum
Italian glamour meets Aegean sunset on Hugo Toro’s terrace. Think Bellinis, curated boutiques, and pasta worth lingering over.
Website: Gigi Rigolatto Bodrum Gigi
Zuma Bodrum – Yalıkavak Marina
A refined sushi and robata experience with a side of mega-yacht views—and sake, sashimi, and sunsets to match.
Website: Zuma Bodrum zumabodrum.com
Sait Yalıkavak – Yalıkavak Marina
Elevated Anatolian flavours serving mezze and seafood with a modern twist and a heritage-rich soul.
Website: https://www.sait.com.tr/
Sakhalin Bodrum – Yalıkavak Marina
A White Rabbit Family venture, serving up truffle crab, ceviche, and Eastern-Mediterranean fusion with sea views.
Website: Sakhalin Bodrum sakhalin.rest
Parle Restaurant – Yalıkavak Marina
French café elegance meets Mediterranean ease. An effortlessly chic choice with crisp wines and coastal charm.
Website: Parlé Restaurant parle.com.tr
Maçakızı – Türkbükü
The grande dame of Bodrum chic: Michelin-starred, sun-soaked, artful dishes in a bougainvillea-drenched hideaway.
Website: Maçakızı Hotel & Restaurant macakizi.com
Spago – Maxx Royal Bodrum
Wolfgang Puck’s Mediterranean retreat: miso cod, handmade pasta, stellar wine—and sunset views that deserve their own chapter.
Website: Spago Bodrum by Wolfgang Puck Wolfgang Puck
Loft Elia – Loft Bodrum
Clifftop dining with architectural soul and menus rooted in local harvests—and Bodrum rosés served at infinity-edge pace.
Website: https://bodrumloft.com.tr/tr/yeme-icme/
Lucca by the Sea – Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum
Istanbul’s beloved Lucca, reimagined by the sea: inventive cocktails, breezy tunes, and coastal cooking with panache.
Website: https://www.mandarinoriental.com/tr/bodrum/paradise-bay/dine/lucca-by-the-sea
Editor’s Favourite BODRUM Brunch & Casual Lunch Spots
For when sandals replace stilettos and the marina feels miles away:
Vamos – A gem for colourful, garden-side brunch and bright, feel-good plates. @VamosBodrum
Kornel – Unpretentious elegance. Award-worthy coffee and pastries that taste like a European escape. We loved their flatbread oven pide, Schnitzel and signature mezze @KornelBodrum
Brekkie Bitez – Bitez breakfast that reads like a postcard – avocado toast, fresh juices, and a vibrant Turkish community feel cafe. @BrekkieBitez
Taboo Beach Club – Nestled on one of Bodrum’s most exclusive shores, Taboo blends vibrant beach culture with elevated dining, sunset rituals, and soulful beats. Chilled cellar, ceviche, and a Mediterranean playlist that keeps the horizon humming, the perfect spot for slow lunches and a dip in the crystal waters @TabooBeachClub
Coze Bodrum – Bitez
A delightful beach-club fusion on Atatürk Boulevard: stylish Mediterranean menus, balmy evenings, and a relaxed aura. Hours: beach 09:00–18:00, restaurant 18:00–02:00. @Coze.Bodrum
The beauty of Bodrum is served here in its golden sunsets, its sea-salt air, and the tables that make each moment linger.
