8 Top Restaurants in Kas Turkey

Kas is a bustling seaside community on the Mediterranean coast of southwest Turkey. This modest coastal town has endless excitement and entertainment, narrow, colourful streets, and a charming harbour. Since Kas is a working town a fair distance from local airports, most visitors are locals, which adds to the authentic charm of the harbourfront community. In addition, this buzzing Turkish Riviera destination has many excellent eateries, making it an ideal destination for gastronomy lovers.  

To begin with, let's mention that there are several delectable cafes, bars, and restaurants in Kas to enjoy. On each twisting backstreet, you can discover endless quaint restaurants in this adorable town. Rest assured; there is a restaurant in Kas for every taste bud, where you may find exquisite sweet treats, delicious international cuisine, or home-cooked Turkish specialities.

Below, we include some of our top-rated restaurants in Kas Turkey. However, many other incredible places didn’t make the list, so you’ll have to visit Kas to sample them for yourself!

Where to Eat in Kas like a Local

Yesil Restaurant

Asking locals about their fave eateries is the number one culinary travel recommendation, and without fail, Yeşil Restaurant is on everyone's list of the best restaurants in Kas Turkey. The family-run Turkish restaurant is just outside the charming Old Town, so you won't just happen upon it by chance.

The unassuming cafe isn't flashy or ostentatious, but that's a big part of its appeal. In Kas, casual restaurants are where you may get scrumptious, homemade Turkish food. You can see the Turkish grandmother toiling away in the kitchen, perfecting the ages-old family recipes. Yeşil is also one of the more reasonably priced restaurants in Kas Turkey. If you're travelling on a tight budget, this restaurant is a top choice because it's significantly less expensive than the Old Town's more popular eateries.

Location: Click here to find Yesil Restaurant on the high street.

Kasik Manti

Everyone should try manti, a peculiar Turkish speciality consisting of miniature dumplings filled with spiced ground meat and typically served with melted butter, garlic yoghurt, and spices. Manti is sometimes called "Turkish pasta" or "Turkish ravioli."

There is no better place in Kas to sample this unusual dish than the charming, family-run restaurant Kasik Manti. To satisfy everyone's tastes, it offers a variety of manti so that you can try meat or vegetarian, spicy or mild manti. Kasik Manti is located directly on the main square in the heart of Kas's Old Town. Tables spill right into the bustling public square, where most dining is outside. At any time of day, the buzzing Old Town's dynamic ambience may be enjoyed while people-watching at the Kas café. Kasik Manti's neighbour is a well-known tavern that hosts live music every night. So if you eat late, you can enjoy the free live music while dining.

Location: Follow the directions here to get to Kasik Manti. 

Best Restaurants in Kas Turkey for Breakfast

Pell’s Restaurant

Breakfast is the restaurant Pell's speciality. They offer a wide variety of sweet and savoury breakfast options and coffees. The restaurant has few seats and is situated in an outside courtyard. So it’s better to arrive early on weekends because there's a significant chance it'll be packed. The 'interior' looks boho, with bright pillows and string lighting everywhere. Pell's is unquestionably one of the most Instagrammable restaurants in Kas Turkey.

Location: Discover Pell’s backstreet location here.

Noel Baba Café & Bistro

Kas's central square is home to the Noel Baba cafe, which offers all-day dining. Although they have a sizable selection of food and beverages, this location is another restaurant where you can grab an excellent, filling breakfast. For a Western fix, this restaurant offers a great range of classic lunchtime favourites like pizzas, wraps and burgers- all perfectly executed and delicious. 

Location: Noel Baba Café is on the main square; see the area here. 

Best Restaurants in Kas for Veggies

Oborus Momus Restaurant 

Known as one of the best restaurants in Kas, you’ll need to make a reservation for dinner at Oburus Momus. The menu specialises in vegetarian food and local Turkish wine. This restaurant has a fantastic view of the harbour and is perfect for sharing plates and enjoying a pitcher of sangria.

Location: Take a look at the harbourfront location here.

Pisekar Vegan Food

At the base of Kas's peninsula is a little cafe in the boho-chic style called Pişekar. It has a similar atmosphere to the adorable little health cafes in places like Bali or LA. The restaurant features a pleasant staff that is glad to converse and make recommendations for your stay and a warm and welcoming ambience. All of Pişekar is vegan. Burritos, wraps, salads, soups, vegetarian bowls, and more items are available on the menu. Falafel, mushrooms, tofu, and tempeh are ingredients found in most recipes. Additionally, vegan treats, freshly squeezed juices, fruit smoothies, and hot beverages are offered.

Location: Find Pisekar here, where the mainland connects to the Peninsula.

Must-Visit Restaurants in Kas Turkey

A visit to a seaside town in Turkey wouldn’t be complete without the “Meyhane” experience. Meyhane’s are Turkey’s answer to tapas, with a range of freshly prepared hot and cold mezzes followed by seafood or meat dishes and accompanied by the local spirit Raki. When visiting a meyhane, expect to have a long leisurely meal to allow time to experience the incredible range of flavours. Here are our two favourite meyhane restaurants in Kas Turkey.

Beyhude Meyhane

A stone’s throw from the harbour, this meyhane restaurant in Kas offers a beautiful spacious setting with a cosy indoor space, ideal for visiting in the cooler months. The chefs at Beyhude pride themselves on using truly organic and locally sourced produce- and it pays off with delicately balanced dishes to make your mouth water. Visit in the evening to enjoy live music performances and a romantic ambience. 

Location: Take a stroll from the town centre towards the harbour and find Beyhude here.

Keyf-i Dem Meyhane

Kefy-i Dem is easy to spot, decorated in vibrant blue and white, perched on the walkway opposite the harbourfront. This meyhane has an unassuming vibe with whitewashed wooden tables dotted around a cute courtyard garden space. Keyf-i Dem offers all the meyhane classics and is praised by its patrons for incredible seafood dishes. Don’t forget to leave room for their homemade ice cream, which comes in creative fruit blends to delight your tastebuds.

Location: A stroll along the harbourfront will lead you to Kefy-i Dem here.

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