MEATBALL

Köfte ekmek is the best-known classic of Turkish street food, and we make it without shortcuts. The meatballs are mixed fresh each day and grilled to order — never cooked ahead and left waiting. That means it takes a few minutes to prepare, but you taste the difference in the first bite.

The baguette is warmed before serving, so it stays crisp outside and soft inside. We roast our own peppers rather than using jarred ones, then add freshly chopped tomato, onion and parsley, topped with a scoop of fries. Ketchup and mayonnaise come on the side so you set the ratio yourself.

If you have been walking around Bodrum Çarşı all day and want one thing that genuinely fills you up, this is it. It goes well with ayran or a cold beer. If you like heat, ask us for extra roasted pepper — just say the word.