There are many top-notch restaurants in Turkey, particularly in Istanbul where international cuisine is quite prevalent. There are also a large number of small, family restaurants which offer simple but tasty dishes at moderate prices. The meze (hors d'oeuvres) are often accompanied by raki or wine. Fish and shellfish are fresh and very tempting. At most of the establishments along the road, there is spit-roasted lamb, salads with tasty dressings, and fresh vegetables stuffed with savory rice. If you don't know the names of the dishes, you can always go to the kitchen and choose from the dishes displayed.
Istanbul Restaurants
Istanbul has a wide range of restaurants, many of which serve international as well as Turkish cuisine. This local food is a fabulous mixture of Shish kebab (skewer-grilled lamb), fresh fish and sweet, often honey soaked, desserts such as 'baklava'. One of the highlights of eating in Turkey is being able to sit right next to the grill and watch your food being prepared. Turkish coffee (kahve) is worth a try, but you must tell the waiter how sweet you would like it, when you order, as sugar is added while it is made.
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